Events

Events

Events

Stacks & Snacks

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

For all ages, We'll enjoy A Minecraft Movie (rated pg) while munching on popcorn and creating movie-themed crafts.

Home Energy Savings with Citizens Utility Board

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

For adults, join the Citizens Utility Board to learn about your energy choices and ways to save money on your utility bills. Can’t make it to the library in person? No problem. Register to view at home using the link: https://us06web.zoom.u s/webinar/register/WN_Y UePOnxnQdKV1g5oOnh VkQ#/registration

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 […]

Farmers and Makers Market

Farmers and Makers Market

Ottawa, IL Ottawa, IL, United States

Start your Saturday with an exciting market experience from 8am to 12:30pm. Enjoy fresh produce, local honey, handmade crafts, and delectable local treats. Indulge in farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore unique, handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans. Relish mouthwatering baked goods and tasty treats from food stalls. Bring your family, friends, and even your pets […]

Wildflowers Market

Jordon Block 101-123 W Main St 61350, Ottawa, IL, United States

Come shop til you drop with small business vendors. They’ll be all set up and ready for you to check out their crafts, boutiques, pieces of art, jewelry and so much more! Food trucks will be available as well. This is a family event! There will be fun activities going throughout the day. Check out […]

2025 Boater Safety Courses

Illinois Waterway Visitor Center 950 N 27th Rd, Ottawa, IL, United States

The Illinois Waterway Visitor Center offers free IDNR approved boater safety classes. Advanced registration is required. This eight hour class is required to complete your certification. Courses are open to anyone 12 and older. Students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This class is recommended for new boaters, families that […]

Summer Reading Finale

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

Join us to celebrate the end of Summer Reading with a foam party sponsored by It’s My CU! We’ll have other games and crafts set up around the library, as well as face painting, and Aussem Dogs will be on site selling lunch.

The Loop Group

The Loop Group

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

For adults, learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.

Local Author Story Time

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

Join us at the library to hear local author Paula Stacy read her book, The Teeniest Tiny Tiger! and then make a tiger craft after the story at this all ages event.

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 […]