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  • December 2025

  • Sat 6
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    GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB (Grades 3-5 & 6-12)

    December 6, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    This club isn’t just for girls, but uses the Girls Who Code curriculum. At this month’s gathering, we’re learning about Cyber Security. Sign up for online tutorials at https://hq.girlswhocode.com and then come join us at the library for a fun get-together.

  • Sat 6

    Merry Everything Holiday Home Tour

    December 6, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Marquette Academy 1110 LaSalle St., Ottawa, IL, United States

    The Merry Everything Holiday Home Tour invites you to experience the magic of the season with visits to four beautifully decorated homes in and around Ottawa (including the Wallace mansion), along with the newly renovated St. Columba Church. Tickets cost $25 for this self-guided tour. Begin your evening at the Marquette Academy elementary cafeteria to […]

  • Sun 7

    Chris Kringle Market (Sunday)

    December 7, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Chris Kringle Market
    Downtown Ottawa

    Join us under the sparkling lights of historic downtown Ottawa, Illinois for the Ottawa Chris Kringle Market by Floret Events LLC. The Chris Kringle Market takes place throughout downtown Ottawa every weekend, from November 28 thru December 21, 2025. Please stay tuned for more updates!

  • Sun 7
    Rack of adult books at Reddick Library.

    Jane Austen Party

    December 7, 2025 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Come celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with tea, cookies, and a movie inspired by her work.

  • Tue 9
    Racks of children's books at Reddick Library.

    READY, SET, READ!

    December 9, 2025 @ 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.

  • Wed 10
    Rack of Children's books at Reddick Library

    SHAKE, RATTLE, READ!

    December 10, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am SHAKE, RATTLE, READ!
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, 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 on our website. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.

  • Wed 10
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    REINDEER MARIONETTE (Grades 3-6)

    December 10, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Come craft a festive reindeer marionette to enjoy this holiday season.

  • Wed 10

    WEDNESDAY EVENING BOOK GROUP

    December 10, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver will be discussed at this patron-led book group.

  • Thu 11

    HOLIDAY SWEATER BINGO

    December 11, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Wear your favorite holiday sweater and have a blast at bingo with chances to win gift card prizes. This event is for adults only. Doors will open at 6:45pm.

  • Fri 12

    Rusty Halo Mini Vendor Event

    December 12, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Rusty Halo Mini Vendor Event
    Rusty Halo 3277 E. 18th Road, Ottawa, IL 61350, Ottawa, IL, United States

    Enjoy a mini version of the Rusty Halo you know and love. This event will be strictly in the main Rusty Halo Store. No other buildings will be open, and there will not be vendors outside. All vendors will be inside the Rusty Halo. Parking in the town.   Vendor List: Rock 3 N Road […]

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