Events

Events

Events

Ready, Set, Read!

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 the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.

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.

Edible Skeleton (Grades 3-6)

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

Come celebrate the spooky season by building a skeleton that you can eat!

Voter Registration

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

Register to vote during this drop-in event. Requirements include being 18 years or older as of election day, November 4, 2025, a photo ID, and an additional proof of address. Registrations will take place in Study Room 2.

FAFSA Presentation

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

Whether you are graduating from high school soon or planning to go back to school, join Aubrie McDermott, ISA Corps Member, to learn how to fill out your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) paperwork. This presentation for teens and adults is for informational purposes only.

Farmers & Makers Market

Farmers & Makers Market

Jackson St 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 […]

parkrun

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 […]

Crafter Hours: Teacup Bookmarks

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

Come make a cozy teacup bookmark. Registration is required as spots are limited due to the availability of supplies. To register for this class, please call the library at (815) 434-0509 or stop by the Circulation Desk.

The Loop Group

The Loop Group

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

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

Mystery Monday Book Club: The Reckoning by John Grisham

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

New members are always welcome to join this librarian-led book club. Copies of the book will be available for checkout from the library. Book Summary: In 1946, Clanton, Mississippi, World War II hero Pete Banning calmly and inexplicably kills his pastor and friend, the Reverend Dexter Bell, and refuses to defend his actions during the […]