Events

Events

Events

Music in the Park

Music in the Park

Washington Square Park 100 West Jackson St, Ottawa, IL, United States

Embrace Ottawa’s small-town charm: bring a lawn chair, spread a blanket on the grass, or settle on one of the park benches to listen to the smooth sounds. Concerts run from 6-8pm on Saturdays in downtown’s historic Washington Park. Admission is free. At this time, no indoor venue is available, so if bad weather postpones […]

Starved Rock Guided Kayak Tours

Kayak Starved Rock Campground 1170 N. 27th Road, Ottawa, IL, United States

Kids and dogs are always welcome on our kayaking tours. We have tandem kayaks that can hold up to 3 in different configurations. We also have single kayaks for those that want their own ride or for paddlers >225lbs. We can set up a tandem kayak (hold up to 550lbs) that can easily be paddled […]

Mystery Monday Book Club: The Middle of the Night

Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

For adults, New members are always welcome to join this librarian-led book club. Copies of the book will be available to check out from the library. Book Summary: When Ethan reluctantly returns to his hometown, he must contend with the long-ago disappearance of his childhood best friend and the dark secrets lurking just beyond the […]

Dungeons & Dragons

Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

For teens, Discover the adventure your dungeon master has crafted for you. Can you endure? Will you achieve your objectives? We will have extra tables set up if you would like to run your own campaign with friends.

Ready, Set, Read!

Ready, Set, Read!

Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

Join the Reddick Library for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on the Reddick Library website. This event is for children ages 3-5 years

LEGO Club

Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

For all ages, this event is perfect for LEGO fans! We will choose a theme, and you will build your creation to align with it. All creations will be showcased afterwards in the Children's Department

Shake, Rattle, Read

Shake, Rattle, Read

Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

Join the Reddick Library for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on the Reddick Library website. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.

Bilingual Story Time/Tiempo para Cuentos

Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

Join us for stories and songs in English and Spanish! Make a craft, and stay and play if you have the time! This event is for children ages 3-5 years. Edades de 3 a 5 años. ¡Únete a nosotros para cuentos y canciones en inglés y español! ¡Haz una manualidad y quédate a jugar si […]

Barista Basics

Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

For adults, Do you spend too much money buying coffee out? Me too! Learn how to save money by making coffee shop quality coffees at home. Handouts will be provided.

parkrun

Heritage Harbor Ottawa 2 Great Loop, Ottawa, IL, United States

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 […]