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  • Sat 15
    A photo of the front of Study Rooms A and B at Reddick Public Library

    The Loop Group

    August 15 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm The Loop Group
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.

  • Sat 15

    Ottawa Puzzle Challenge

    August 15 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Ottawa Puzzle Challenge
    Ottawa Historical and Scouting Museum 1100 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    🧩 Could YOUR team put together a custom Ottawa puzzle faster than everyone else? 📅 Saturday, August 15 🕙 10:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. 👥 Teams of 2. Cost is $50 per team. 🏆 $100 Prize 📍 Ottawa Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum And while you're there... Bring a puzzle. Take a puzzle. Because apparently […]

  • Sun 16

    Ottawa’s Debate Days

    August 16 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Debate Days
    Downtown Ottawa

    Ottawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]

  • Sun 16

    Quilt Trunk Show/Mrs. Douglas & Lincoln Tea

    August 16 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Reddick Mansion 1000 W. Lafayette Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    ✨ Quilt Trunk Show & Mrs. Lincoln & Douglas Tea 📅 Sunday, August 16 🕑 2:00 PM 📍Reddick Mansion Explore beautiful quilts, hear the stories stitched into every piece, and enjoy an afternoon tea inspired by the Lincoln-Douglas era. Tickets for the Quilt Raffle are $10 each or 6 for $50, available at the OVC, […]

  • Mon 17

    Ottawa’s Debate Days

    August 17 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Debate Days
    Downtown Ottawa

    Ottawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]

  • Mon 17
    Rack of adult books at Reddick Library.

    Mystery Monday Book Club: The Golden Spoon

    August 17 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Adults, New members are always welcome to join this librarian-led book club. Copies of the book will be available for check out from the library. Book Summary: When production for the cooking competition Bake Week begins at the gothic estate of the show’s host and founder, celebrity chef Betsy Martin, everything seems normal, but as […]

  • Mon 17

    Friendly Faces, Safe Spaces: Autism Acceptance Family Night

    August 17 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    For all ages: Join us at the library to meet officers from the Ottawa Police Department’s LINKED program. Families can enjoy a sensory friendly Touch-a-Truck with the Ottawa Police and Ottawa Fire Departments (no lights, no sirens), along with light refreshments, kids’ crafts and activities, and a Quiet Room.

  • Tue 18

    Ottawa’s Debate Days

    August 18 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Debate Days
    Downtown Ottawa

    Ottawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]

  • Tue 18
    Racks of children's books at Reddick Library.

    Ready, Set, Read!

    August 18 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am Ready, Set, Read!
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Join us every Tuesday 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 3-5 years.

  • Tue 18

    Artist’s Workshop

    August 18 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Adults, Looking for a place to sit and create? Join us for some dedicated time to work on your art and spend time with other artists. This new monthly adult program is in collaboration with the Ottawa Art League.

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