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 […]
From July 31 to August 2, your favorite local businesses set up shop right on the sidewalk! Take a stroll around historic downtown Ottawa and enjoy deals, displays, and more.
Enjoy a large variety of vendors and spend quality time with the family at this crafts show!
For adults, learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
For teens, Hey manga and anime fans! We’re getting together to talk about our favorite mangas (and the anime they’ve inspired). Come join us to meet fellow fans. This month we’re talking Assassination Classroom!
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 […]
Celebrate the 41st Car Show and the club's 41st year! We are changing things up a bit with being more involved with Ottawa's Friendship Days. We are also hosting a food truck festival along with a large craft show with over 50 large vendors. This gives the whole family a day of fun and entertainment.There […]
Enjoy a large variety of vendors and spend quality time with the family at this crafts show!
For children of all ages, join us at Nell's Woodland for a nature-themed story time. Enjoy stories, music, and a craft followed by a short hike through the park. *Registration is required* To register, please call the library at (815) 434-0509 or stop by the circulation desk.
Kids and dogs are always welcome on our kayaking tours. We have tandem kayaks that can hold up to 3 in different configurations. We also have single kayaks for those that want their own ride or for paddlers >225lbs. We can set up a tandem kayak (hold up to 550lbs) that can easily be paddled […]
