New members are always welcome to join this club, which is not just for girls. We’ll sign up accounts using the Girls Who Code curriculum. Members will learn computer coding at their own pace, either at home or on the library computers. We’ll meet once a month for activities and snacks to go.
Guided Tours of the Wallace-Dickey Family Cemetery & The Wallace Home, The Oaks 2 days of guided tours: Sept. 27 & Oct. 4, from 9am to 4pm. $15/person, $10/students, or $50/family. Starts at the Ottawa Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum (1100 Canal St, Ottawa, Il 61350) Tours start at 9 am, tickets available in the […]
In downtown Ottawa and @ the Jordan Block, enjoy a parade at 12 pm, followed by live music, food trucks, local vendors, and free kids' activities from 1 to 5 pm!
Join us at Nell’s Woodland for a nature-themed story time. Enjoy stories, music, and crafts followed by a short hike through the park. Please register in person at Reddick Library, online on our events page, scan the QR code, or call (815) 434- 0509. This event is for children of all ages.
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.
Join us every Wednesday 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 birth to 3 years.
Play with a variety of toys, color some pages, and read books in a low-light, low-sound environment. This event is for children of all ages and abilities. Registration is required. Please register online, in person at the library, or call (815)434-0509.
Get ready for Halloween by drawing a Jack-O-Lantern that looks like it’s glowing!
Join the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) to learn about different choices in the TV market, streaming services that are available, and how to cut your cable costs. They’ll also discuss call-blocking services, how to avoid common robocall scams, and how new federal legislation is helping to reduce robocalls.
The American Discovery Trail is a system of interconnected trails (local, state, & national) that ranges from California to Delaware. To celebrate the nation's 250th birthday, a relay will take place along the trail. On October 9, relay participants from LaSalle will make their way through Ottawa, along the I&M Canal trail. Schedule: https://bit.ly/IMRelaySchedule […]
Struggling with technology? Join us for some hands-on help from our knowledgeable staff at this monthly program. Whether you’re facing issues with the internet, your phone, or tech accessories, we’re here to help at this drop in program.
Come and make a ghost squishy out of memory foam.
Join LaSalle County Cruisers for another free event at the riverfront on October 10th from 8 am to 11 am. Naplate Fire Department will have food and Bean Box Espresso will have coffee and other hand crafted drinks.
Hosted 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 […]
Donate clean, gently used kids’ costumes. Donations can be brought to the library the day of the swap. If costumes include detached accessories, please have the costume with all its pieces together in a bag. Advance donors receive 1 ticket per costume and may begin swapping at 10:00am. Day of donors receive 1 ticket per […]
At the LaSalle County Out of the Darkness Walk, attendees can walk together to raise awareness, support one another, honor and remember loved ones, and fund critical efforts to protect mental health and prevent suicide. Check-in is at 10 am, event starts at 11 am. Visit the official website to learn more or sign up: […]
Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome.
🎬 Murder at the Oaks Best Laid Plans of Old Hollywood Every plan has a fatal flaw Step into the glamour and intrigue of Old Hollywood at The Oaks, the historic McCracken estate once owned by General Wallace. Guests will enjoy an immersive murder mystery experience filled with elegance, secrets, and suspense. Produced by the […]
Celebrate the season by playing a round of fall-themed putt putt.
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.
Join us every Wednesday 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 birth to 3 years.
Winnie the Pooh and friends are celebrating their 100 anniversary. Enjoy picnic snacks, play games, color some pages, and craft with us in the Hundred Acre Wood!
The Code of the Woosters by P.G. Wodehouse will be discussed at this patron-led book group.
Gather round to hear tales of ghosts, ghouls, and all things scary from local storyteller Bill Myers. Light refreshments and campfire-themed snacks will be served at this special event for adults.
It’s Friday and time to hang out and play games. We will have board and card games, bring your own Switch or take a turn on our Switch 2.
Hosted 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 […]
Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome.
Enjoy the ALL NEW 'WILD BILL! AN EVENING WITH JAMES BUTLER HICKOK-THE END OF THE TRAIL' featuring the muti-talented singer/songwriter/actor Ms. SARAH KAINE (who is also Mrs. Walt Willey), as the inimitable 'Calamity' Jane Canary. This all-new version is expected to sell out quickly, so get your online tickets now. Tickets $25/Student ID Free
The October history lecture at the Ottawa Historical and Scouting Heritage Museum will be Sunday Oct. 18, 2026 at 2pm. Donation is $10 dollars. Lecture topic is Automobiles and Motorcycles. Mollie Perrot will give the history of automobiles, including the Ghent Motor Co. that made cars here in Ottawa. She’ll also talk about various auto […]
