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SUMMARY:Friendly Faces\, Safe Spaces: Autism Acceptance Family Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library to explore local autism resources! Meet officers from\nthe Ottawa Police Department’s LINKED program and hear from representatives\nof community organizations about what they have to offer. We’ll also have a\nsensory-friendly Touch-a-Truck with the Ottawa Police and Ottawa Fire\nDepartments (no lights\, no sirens) along with light refreshments\, kids’ crafts and\nactivities\, and a Quiet Room.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/friendly-faces-safe-spaces-autism-acceptance-family-night/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Shake\, Rattle\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Stay and play after the\ncraft if you have time. Find each week’s theme on the event calendar on our\nwebsite. This event is for children ages birth to 3.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/shake-rattle-read-2/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game-Rescue Peter Rabbit
DESCRIPTION:Are you quick enough to solve the riddles that will free Peter Rabbit ffrom Mr. McGregor’s garden? Help Peter escape and win a prize.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-rescue-peter-rabbit/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Yappers Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Need a place to study after school or somewhere to hang out with friends? Bring schoolwork\, a project\, or a book to read for fun! There’s no pressure here\, just friends\, snacks\, and time to get something done at the library.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/yappers-book-club/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Watercolor Bunnies (Grades 3-6)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about illustrator Catherine Rayner as you create value studies of bunnies using watercolors.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/watercolor-bunnies-grades-3-6/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Read
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Find each weeks theme on the event calendar on our website. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ready-set-read/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T172152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T172152Z
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SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game-Rescue Peter Rabbit
DESCRIPTION:Are you quick enough to solve the riddles that will free Peter Rabbit ffrom Mr. McGregor’s garden? Help Peter escape and win a prize.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-rescue-peter-rabbit/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Art
DESCRIPTION:We will be working with charcoal this month. Learn the different techniques and then use that knowledge to create your own unique work of art. Be sure to wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/homeschool-art/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Get Educated
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260331
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SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game-Rescue Peter Rabbit
DESCRIPTION:Are you quick enough to solve the riddles that will free Peter Rabbit ffrom Mr. McGregor’s garden? Help Peter escape and win a prize.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-rescue-peter-rabbit/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T172152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T172152Z
UID:10001813-1774742400-1774828799@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game-Rescue Peter Rabbit
DESCRIPTION:Are you quick enough to solve the riddles that will free Peter Rabbit ffrom Mr. McGregor’s garden? Help Peter escape and win a prize.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-rescue-peter-rabbit/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T195710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T195710Z
UID:10001845-1774704600-1774711800@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:The Loop Group
DESCRIPTION:Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/the-loop-group/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Get Educated
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
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SUMMARY:Crafter Hours: Cupcake Liner Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Make a beautiful bouquet out of cupcake liners. Registration is required as spots are limited due to the availability of supplies. To register for this class\, visit our events page\, call the library at 815-434-0509\, or stop by the Circulation Desk.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/crafter-hours-cupcake-liner-flowers/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20250908T204124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T204124Z
UID:10001058-1774688400-1774692000@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:parkrun
DESCRIPTION: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 basis to enjoy the outdoors and get physically active. We want to encourage people to run\, jog\, walk and volunteer together – this event is truly open to all and best of all it really is FREE! Taking part is easy – just register before your first ever parkrun. The great thing is that you only ever need to do this once! Then just set your alarm for Saturday morning and get yourself there! Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee in the Bluegill Boathouse & Marina Bar – please come and join us! Maybe swap stories about your parkrun that day\, chat to other parkrunners over a cup of tea or coffee and just be an part of this community. So whether you’re a complete novice looking to get yourself started or a regular wanting to use this as a part of your training schedule\, you’re welcome to come along and join us. Please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don’t forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it\, you won’t get a time. You can visit the event website link to register.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/parkrun-9/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Heritage Harbor Ottawa\, 2 Great Loop\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T172152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T172152Z
UID:10001812-1774656000-1774742399@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game-Rescue Peter Rabbit
DESCRIPTION:Are you quick enough to solve the riddles that will free Peter Rabbit ffrom Mr. McGregor’s garden? Help Peter escape and win a prize.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-rescue-peter-rabbit/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T194121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T194121Z
UID:10001839-1774548000-1774551600@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Food for Thought Book Club: Skinnytaste Simple by Gina Homolka
DESCRIPTION:New members are always welcome. Participants wil be asked to make a recipe out of the cookbook prior to each meeting and share their opinion of the results. Cookbooks will be available for check out from the library.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/food-for-thought-book-club-skinnytaste-simple-by-gina-homolka/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T171500
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T173545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T173545Z
UID:10001830-1774542600-1774545300@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Kid's Book Club (Grades K-3)
DESCRIPTION:At this month’s book club we will be discussing the book\, Secret Pizza Party by Adam Rubin and will make a craft that will go along with the story. Copies of the book will be available for check out in the Children’s Dept.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/kids-book-club-grades-k-3-2/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T193720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T193720Z
UID:10001838-1774456200-1774459800@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Afternoon Tea and Tolkien
DESCRIPTION:Whether it’s your first visit to the Shire\, or you’re a regular guest at second breakfast\, celebrate National Tolkien Reading Day with tea\, treats\, and your favorite J.R.R. Tolkien tales.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/afternoon-tea-and-tolkien/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T165537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T165537Z
UID:10001793-1774432800-1774435500@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Shake\, Rattle\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Find each week’s theme on the event calendar on our website. Stay and play after the craft if your schedule permits. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/shake-rattle-read/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T171015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T171015Z
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SUMMARY:Lego Club
DESCRIPTION:Make a daydream-themed creation with library LEGO pieces and have your build displayed afterwards in the Children’s Dept.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/lego-club/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T165205Z
UID:10001788-1774346400-1774349100@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Read
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Find each weeks theme on the event calendar on our website. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ready-set-read/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T170454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T170454Z
UID:10001810-1774137600-1774223999@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game- Leprechaun Chase
DESCRIPTION:Are you lucky enough to outsmart the leprechaun\, King Brian? Solve all his riddles and win a prize.\nSaturday\, March 7-Sunday\, March 22 during open hours.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-leprechaun-chase/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T195710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T195710Z
UID:10001844-1774099800-1774107000@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:The Loop Group
DESCRIPTION:Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/the-loop-group/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Get Educated
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20250908T204124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T204124Z
UID:10001057-1774083600-1774087200@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:parkrun
DESCRIPTION: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 basis to enjoy the outdoors and get physically active. We want to encourage people to run\, jog\, walk and volunteer together – this event is truly open to all and best of all it really is FREE! Taking part is easy – just register before your first ever parkrun. The great thing is that you only ever need to do this once! Then just set your alarm for Saturday morning and get yourself there! Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee in the Bluegill Boathouse & Marina Bar – please come and join us! Maybe swap stories about your parkrun that day\, chat to other parkrunners over a cup of tea or coffee and just be an part of this community. So whether you’re a complete novice looking to get yourself started or a regular wanting to use this as a part of your training schedule\, you’re welcome to come along and join us. Please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don’t forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it\, you won’t get a time. You can visit the event website link to register.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/parkrun-9/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:Heritage Harbor Ottawa\, 2 Great Loop\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260322
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T170454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T170454Z
UID:10001809-1774051200-1774137599@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game- Leprechaun Chase
DESCRIPTION:Are you lucky enough to outsmart the leprechaun\, King Brian? Solve all his riddles and win a prize.\nSaturday\, March 7-Sunday\, March 22 during open hours.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-leprechaun-chase/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20260302T170454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T170454Z
UID:10001808-1773964800-1774051199@www.visitottawail.com
SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game- Leprechaun Chase
DESCRIPTION:Are you lucky enough to outsmart the leprechaun\, King Brian? Solve all his riddles and win a prize.\nSaturday\, March 7-Sunday\, March 22 during open hours.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-leprechaun-chase/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Bees and Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Buzz into the library to learn about bees and beekeeping from Illinois Valley Beekeeping Association President\, Warren Norris. He’ll have demonstration hives\, tools\, suits\, as well as frames that are full of capped honey to view.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/bees-and-beekeeping/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Get Educated
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320
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SUMMARY:Escape the Study Room Game- Leprechaun Chase
DESCRIPTION:Are you lucky enough to outsmart the leprechaun\, King Brian? Solve all his riddles and win a prize.\nSaturday\, March 7-Sunday\, March 22 during open hours.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/escape-the-study-room-game-leprechaun-chase/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T131543
CREATED:20250901T172343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T173606Z
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SUMMARY:Your Concert Series: She Gees
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to groove to the timeless tunes of one of the most legendary bands of all time with The She Gees! This electrifying female-led tribute to the Bee Gees will have you dancing and singing along to all of your favorite hits. With impeccable harmonies and soulful vocals\, The She Gees pay homage to the Bee Gees in a way that is both authentic and fresh. From “Stayin’ Alive” to “How Deep Is Your Love\,” “Night Fever” to “Tragedy\,” they capture the essence of the Bee Gees’ sound and energy\, making you feel like you’re experiencing the real thing.  For tickets and Ottawa Concert Association membership information\, please visit the OCA website or Facebook. You can also call Beth at (815) 228-6474. Adult membership is $60 each or $130 for the whole family. Membership includes four concerts in Ottawa and four in Pontiac.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/your-concert-series-she-gees/
LOCATION:Central Intermediate School\, 711 E McKinley Rd\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Entertainment,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T193000
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SUMMARY:Voter Registration
DESCRIPTION:Register to vote during this drop-in event. Requirements include being 18 years or older as of election day (11-3-26)\, a photo ID\, and an additional proof of address. This event is located in Study Room 2.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/voter-registration/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Educated
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T104500
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SUMMARY:Shake\, Rattle\, Read!
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Find each week’s theme on the event calendar on our website. Stay and play after the craft if your schedule permits. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/shake-rattle-read/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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