The City of Ottawa Arts Committee announces the first annual Paint the Town: En Plein Air Festival in Ottawa, IL. Plein air artists are invited to use their vision and talents to capture picturesque scenes. Nestled just 80 miles southwest of Chicago, Ottawa, Illinois, is a hidden gem for artists seeking inspiration. With its beautifully […]
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 Rusty Halo is a unique shopping experience set in a model 1920s town. Take a look at a collection of Model T Fords as you shop a wide selection of vendors. The Autumn Harvest Show will offer pumpkins, antiques & primitives, home-made goodies, jewelry, artwork, custom made items, soaps, seasonal, home decor, candles, honey […]
For adults, learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
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 […]
Join LaSalle County Sheriff's Office for Run the River for Respect, a 5K benefitting Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics IL. Registration is from 7:45 to 8:45. Run begins at 9:00. **Registration Fees:** $30 if you register before August 15th $35 for registrations after August 15th $40 after August 31st T-shirts: Be one of the lucky ones! Register by August […]
The Rusty Halo is a unique shopping experience set in a model 1920s town. Take a look at a collection of Model T Fords as you shop a wide selection of vendors. The Autumn Harvest Show will offer pumpkins, antiques & primitives, home-made goodies, jewelry, artwork, custom made items, soaps, seasonal, home decor, candles, honey […]
The City of Ottawa Arts Committee announces the first annual Paint the Town: En Plein Air Festival in Ottawa, IL. Plein air artists are invited to use their vision and talents to capture picturesque scenes. Nestled just 80 miles southwest of Chicago, Ottawa, Illinois, is a hidden gem for artists seeking inspiration. With its beautifully […]
If you're new to the library or just want a refresher, come learn about all the great things the library has to offer. We’ll cover Libby, Boundless, kanopy, and so much more! If you have time, join us for a brief tour of the library at the end. This event is for all ages.
