Step outside, head down to the library and enjoy some games like they did back in the day--with no technology! We will have the board games and card decks ready for you. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
This month we’ll be showing Dog Man (rated PG with a running time of 94 minutes). Enjoy free popcorn and make a craft at this event for children of all ages.
Exciting News! Our Jordan Block Jams Summer Series continues with Tailgate Confessions! Join us for an unforgettable night of music, food, and fun! Date: July 18 Time: 7-10 PM (Music begins @ 8PM) Location: Jordan Block Ottawa Tailgate Confessions- Modern Country and Classic Rock Join us for a night of modern country and classic rock with Brittany Ralph […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Illinois Waterway Visitor Center offers free IDNR approved boater safety classes. Advanced registration is required. This eight hour class is required to complete your certification. Courses are open to anyone 12 and older. Students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This class is recommended for new boaters, families that […]
Create a watermelon out of recycled buttons to display for summer. Registration is required for this adult event due to the availability of supplies. To register, please call the library at (815) 434-0509 or stop by the Circulation Desk.
For adults, Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
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 […]
New members are always welcome to join this librarian-led book club. Copies of the book will be available for check out. Book Summary: In July 1962, a Mi’kmaq family from Nova Scotia arrives in Maine to pick blueberries for the summer. Weeks later, their youngest daughter vanishes. This is a riveting novel about the search […]
