Join us every Wednesday for stories, songs, and a craft!. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. Find each week’s theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.
At this month’s book club, the library will be discussing "The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade" by Justin Roberts and doing an activity to go along with the story. This event is for children in Grades K-3
For adults: Join Emily Hansen, Master Gardener, to learn practical techniques for starting seeds indoors, discover which seeds can be direct-sown outdoors, and explore methods for saving seed from your garden to use in future seasons. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned grower, this event offers valuable tips to help you plan and […]
Heritage Harbor parkrun, Ottawa is a FREE weekly 5k event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday at 8:00 AM, May – September, & 9:00 AM, October – April, in Heritage Harbor. It offers an opportunity for all the local community, regardless of age or gender, to come together on a regular […]
For adults: Paint a wooden wall hanger to display in your home. Registration is required as spots are limited due to the availability of supplies. To register for this class, please call the library at (815)434-0509, stop by the Circulation Desk
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
Illinois Valley PADS invites you to join us for our 3rd Annual Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) Fundraising Walk on Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Ottawa! This family-friendly, one-mile evening walk will begin at the Jordan Block and is part of a national movement across the U.S. and Canada to raise awareness—and $30,000—to support […]
That’s Entertainment! Trivia Night Hosted by the Exploreum Lights, camera… TRIVIA! Join us for a night packed with fun, laughter, and all things movies, music, and television — because that’s entertainment! Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Doors Open: 6:30 PM | Trivia Starts: 7:00 PM Location: VFW, 1501 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, IL Cost: $10 per person […]
Join us at Nell's Woodland for a nature themed story time. Enjoy stories, song, and a craft followed by a short hike through the park. Registration is required for this event. Please register online, in person at Reddick Library, or call 815-434-0509. This event is for children of all ages.
National Oreo day is celebrated in March and we need your help to decide what is the best oreo flavor ever? We will have all the varieties so you can try them first and then cast your vote for the ultimate Oreo flavor. Registration is required. Please register online, in person at the library, or […]
