Gospel Music in Washington Park
As part of Friendship Days, this family-friendly music event is back! Pack a cooler and bring a lawn chair for this FREE event at Washington Park.
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Washington Square Park 100 West Jackson St, Ottawa, IL, United States
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DIY School Supply Sticker Fest
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesFor teens: Get ready for the new school year and personalize your school supplies with our sticker collection. Bring your notebooks, water bottles, binders, and more, and we will provide the stickers.
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Ready, Set, Read!
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesJoin 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.
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Tinker Time: Rock Band
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesFor preschool-grade 2: Join Miss Robin and create musical instruments to have your own rock band. Tinkering builds fine motor and critical thinking skills, both of which are foundations for STEM learning.
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Shake, Rattle, Read!
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesJoin 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.
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Tissue Paper Flower Art
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesFor grades 3-6: Make a pretty craft to celebrate the peak blooming season for sunflowers.
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After-Hours Bingo
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesAdults, Have a blast at after-hours bingo with chances to win gift card prizes. Enter this event through the library Annex doors on Washington Street. Doors will open at 6:45pm.
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Jordan Block Jams: Hotel California
Jordan Block 101-123 W Main St 61350, Ottawa, IL, United StatesLIVE AT JORDAN BLOCK JAMS: HOTEL CALIFORNIA An Eagles Tribute Experience Date: August 14 Time: 8:00 – 10:00 PM Location: Jordan Block, 101 W Main St. FREE CONCERTFor over three decades, HOTEL CALIFORNIA has been recreating the legendary sound of the Eagles, thrilling audiences around the world with one of the most authentic tribute shows in rock […]
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Farmers and Makers Market
Jackson St Ottawa, IL, United StatesHosted 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 […]
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Ottawa’s Debate Days
Downtown OttawaOttawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]
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2026 Boater Safety Courses
Illinois Waterway Visitor Center 950 N 27th Rd, Ottawa, IL, 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 […]
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Ottawa Puzzle Challenge
Ottawa Historical and Scouting Museum 1100 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States🧩 Could YOUR team put together a custom Ottawa puzzle faster than everyone else? 📅 Saturday, August 15 🕙 10:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. 👥 Teams of 2. Cost is $50 per team. 🏆 $100 Prize 📍 Ottawa Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum And while you're there... Bring a puzzle. Take a puzzle. Because apparently […]
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Stacks & Snacks Cinema
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesAll ages are welcome to come and enjoy the new animated movie, GOAT (Rated PG with a runtime of 93 minutes). We’ll be serving popcorn and making basketball crafts.
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America 250: Researching Your Revolutionary Ancestors
LaSalle County Genealogy Guild 115 West Glover Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesScott Norrick will be presenting "America 250: Researching your Revolutionary Ancestors." Do you think you may have a Revolutionary ancestor in your family tree? Could they have been a minuteman? A spy? A signer of the Declaration? A participant in the Boston Tea Party? Come join us and find out! Scott's areas of expertise […]
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The Loop Group
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesLearn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
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Ottawa Puzzle Challenge
Ottawa Historical and Scouting Museum 1100 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United States🧩 Could YOUR team put together a custom Ottawa puzzle faster than everyone else? 📅 Saturday, August 15 🕙 10:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. 👥 Teams of 2. Cost is $50 per team. 🏆 $100 Prize 📍 Ottawa Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum And while you're there... Bring a puzzle. Take a puzzle. Because apparently […]
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Ottawa’s Debate Days
Downtown OttawaOttawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]
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Quilt Trunk Show/Mrs. Douglas & Lincoln Tea
Reddick Mansion 1000 W. Lafayette Street, Ottawa, IL, United States✨ Quilt Trunk Show & Mrs. Lincoln & Douglas Tea 📅 Sunday, August 16 🕑 2:00 PM 📍Reddick Mansion Explore beautiful quilts, hear the stories stitched into every piece, and enjoy an afternoon tea inspired by the Lincoln-Douglas era. Tickets for the Quilt Raffle are $10 each or 6 for $50, available at the OVC, […]
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Ottawa’s Debate Days
Downtown OttawaOttawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]
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Mystery Monday Book Club: The Golden Spoon
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesAdults, 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 production for the cooking competition Bake Week begins at the gothic estate of the show’s host and founder, celebrity chef Betsy Martin, everything seems normal, but as […]
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Friendly Faces, Safe Spaces: Autism Acceptance Family Night
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesFor all ages: Join us at the library to meet officers from the Ottawa Police Department’s LINKED program. Families can enjoy a sensory friendly Touch-a-Truck with the Ottawa Police and Ottawa Fire Departments (no lights, no sirens), along with light refreshments, kids’ crafts and activities, and a Quiet Room.
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Ottawa’s Debate Days
Downtown OttawaOttawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]
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Ready, Set, Read!
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesJoin 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.
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Artist’s Workshop
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesAdults, 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.
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Ottawa’s Debate Days
Downtown OttawaOttawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]
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Shake, Rattle, Read!
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesJoin 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.
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Library Voter Registration
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesAdults, Register to vote during this drop-in event. Requirements include being 18 years or older as of Election Day (11/3/26), a photo ID, and an additional proof of address. This event is located in Study Room 2.
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Abraham Lincoln in Song with Chris Vallillo
The Abbey 113 E. Lafayette St., Ottawa, IL, United StatesWith Abraham Lincoln in Song, Vallillo takes the audience on a musical journey, making history come alive with his excellent blending of music and storytelling. -Phil Funkenbusch, Director of Theaters, Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum The life of Abraham Lincoln spanned a period of change, growth and struggle in our young nation, and the music […]
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Ottawa’s Debate Days
Downtown OttawaOttawa's Debate Days is a celebration of the world-renowned debate between future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and Senator Stephen Douglas. It was held in the heart of historic Downtown Ottawa, at Washington Park. Come celebrate all things Ottawa with a week full of summer fun in the sun! Scroll down for the schedule, as well […]
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Bling your Book (Book Bedazzling)
Reddick Public Library 1010 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL, United StatesFor adults: Customize your own book with glitter and gems. Bring your own book or bedazzle one of ours. Registration is required as spots are limited due to the availability of supplies. To register for this class, visit our events page, stop by the Circulation desk, or call the Library at (815) 434-0509.