Ottawa, IL - The Middle of Everywhere

Teatime Tutorial
2026-06-24 16:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Grades 7-12,
Black, herbal, oolong? Come test out different varieties of tea and find a new favorite. We will
also learn how to take an afternoon teatime, a perfect addition to an afterschool snack routine

Shake, Rattle, Read!
2026-06-24 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-06-17 10:00 - 10:45 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
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. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.

LEGO Club
2026-06-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
All Ages,
Make a pet-themed creation with library LEGO pieces and have your build displayed afterwards
in the Children’s Department.

Ready, Set, Read!
2026-06-23 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-06-16 10:00 - 10:45 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, 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.

Dungeons & Dragons @ The Reddick Library
2026-06-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Grades 7-12,
Find out what quest your Dungeon Master has created for you. Will you survive? Will you accomplish your goals?

Homeschool Art
2026-06-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
All ages,
Get ready to get messy! We will be exploring different ways to paint–bubbles, splattering,
unusual paint brushes, and more! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting messy. Funding for this
event was provided in part by the Illinois Arts Council and the Starved Rock Country
Community Foundation. This event will be held outdoors on the Fulton Street side of the library.

Music in the Park
2026-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Washington Square Park, 100 West Jackson St, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Unwind in the park with a chair or blanket, and enjoy the sweet sounds of your favorite performers.

The Loop Group
2026-06-20 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-13 13:30 - 15:30 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.

Ottawa Lions Club Carnival 2026
2026-06-20 13:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-19 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-18 18:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-17 18:00 - 22:00 | Lincoln Douglas Park, 600 E. Norris Drive, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
The 2026 Ottawa Lions Club Carnival will be held from June 17th through the 20th. It will be near the pool again.
$30 Armbands each session (unlimited rides)
Wed-Fri: 6-10 pm, Sat: 1-5pm & 5pm-9pm
Advanced Armband Tickets: $25 EA.
1 ticket good for 1 armband session

Donuts with Dad
2026-06-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
All ages,
Snack on donuts, get crafty, and play games with your favorite dad to celebrate Father’s Day

2026 Boater Safety Courses
2026-06-20 09:00 - 17:00 | Illinois Waterway Visitor Center, 950 N 27th Rd, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
*Free IDNR Approved Boater Safety Classes* (Advanced registration required)
This 8-hour class is required to complete your certification. Open to anyone 12 and over. Students under age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Did you know: Anyone born on or after January 1st, 1998 who operates a vehicle powered by a motor of 10 horsepower or more needs to complete an IDNR approved boater safety class
This class is recommended for:

New boaters
Families that enjoy boating
Seasoned boaters who would like to brush up on rules and regulations

Participants should bring their own snacks, lunch, and drinks. Class materials will be provided. Call to register today!
Course Dates:
April 25, 9am to 5pm
May 23, 9am to 5pm
June 20, 9am to 5pm
July 11, 9am to 5pm
August 15, 9am to 5pm

Farmers and Makers Market
2026-06-20 08:00 - 12:30 | Jackson St, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Hosted by the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce, the Ottawa Farmers & Makers Market is a vibrant, family-friendly event that brings together local growers, makers, and artisans in the heart of downtown Ottawa, Illinois.

Location: Jackson Street, south side of Washington Square Park(Barricades will block access at LaSalle Street and Columbus Street)
Market Hours: Saturdays from 8 am-12:30 pm.

28th Annual Cruise Night
2026-06-19 18:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Ottawa
Come help LaSalle County Cruisers celebrate the 250th birthday of the country at the 28th Annual Ottawa Cruise Night. Friday June 19th from 6-10pm. Registration is still $10. Goodie bags and dash plaques to the 1st 300 vehicles registered.Music provided by the famous 3D Sound.
LaSalle County Cruisers has chosen Ottawa River Rescue as the 50/50 beneficiary this year. They will utilize the funds for much needed replacement of their ice rescue gear. Be sure to watch for the people out and about that evening with tickets available. There will also be a ticket both set up at the corner of LaSalle St and Jefferson St.
Event shirts will be available from S&S Shirts N More. They will also be set up at the corner of Jefferson St and LaSalle St

Come hungry and check out the food options from some of your favorite local non-profit organizations. Some of our generous sponsors will have booths set up for you to check out too. This will all be located on West Jefferson St.

Sponsored by the City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Special Events Group.

Ottawa's Third Friday Maker's Market
2026-06-19 17:00 - 21:00 | Madison Street
Arts’ culture and entertainment come alive in downtown Ottawa, IL every Third Friday of the month May – September!

Unplugged Gaming
2026-06-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Grades 7-12
Step outside, head down to the library and enjoy some games like they did back in the day–with
no technology! We will have the board games and card decks ready for you!

Voter Registration Event
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Adults,
Register to vote during this drop-in event. Requirements include being 18 year or older as of
Election Day (11/3/26), a photo ID, and an additional proof of address.

Mini Greenhouse Stem
2026-06-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Grades 3-6,
Design and build a mini-greenhouse where you can watch seeds sprout.

Homeschool Art
2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
All ages,
We will be exploring calligraphy Funding for this event was provided in part by the Illinois Arts
Council and the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation. This event will be held outdoors
on the Fulton Street side of the library.

Artist's Workshop
2026-06-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
For 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.

Slime-o-Rama
2026-06-15 17:15 - 18:15 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
All ages, We will be getting messy and mixing up different types of slime to play with. Wear clothing that
you don’t mind getting messy. This outdoor event will be held on the Fulton Street side of the
library.

Mystery Monday Book Club
2026-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Adults,
Daughter of Mine by Megan Miranda will be discussed–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 Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake’s longtime local detective
unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she’s warily drawn back to town–and people–she
left behind almost a decade earlier. But Hazel’s not the only relic of the past to return: a drought
has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin
to emerge…including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother’s
disappearance.

Ottawa Family Pride Festival 2026
2026-06-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Washington Square Park, 100 West Jackson St, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Ottawa Family Pride Festival will have 100 vendors again, plus Broadway Star, and Internationally known Drag Superstar, Nina West is our Grand Marshall in the Annual John Fisher Dann Memorial Parade.
Parade kicks off the day at 10am, and we are back to our original setup of Washington Park and Jordan Block.

Reptile Show, Magic Show, Balloon Art, Roaming Mime, Jugglers, and more. Drag Show in Washington Park at noon.

Check out our interview with HumanKIND Initiative President Dylan Conmy: https://www.visitottawail.com/2026/06/12/Ottawa-Family-Pride-Fest-Interview

Cookie Decorating with Nonnies Cookie Co.
2026-06-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Reddick Public Library, 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
Adults,
Join Kim Gordon from Nonnies Cookie Company to learn how to decorate delicious cookies. Each
participant will take home their decorated cookies, Kim’s recipes for cookies and icing, and their
own decorating tools. 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.

Rusty Halo Mini Market
2026-06-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Rusty Halo, 3277 E. 18th Road, Ottawa, IL 61350, Ottawa, IL, 61350, United States
More details TBA! Parking available in the little town. All vendors will be inside the main Rusty Halo building. Enjoy a unique shopping experience setting in a 1920’s town.
