Festival of Lights Parade Friday, November 28, 2025 • 6PMDowntown Ottawa, IL Kick off the holiday season in dazzling style at Ottawa’s beloved Festival of Lights Parade! Join us in the heart of downtown as festive floats, sparkling lights, and holiday music fill the streets with cheer. This magical tradition brings families and friends together to […]
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 […]
Create a festive holiday garland out of felt. Registration is required as spots are limited due to the availablity of supplies. To register for this class, please call the library at 815-434-0509 or stop by the Circulation Desk.
Join us under the sparkling lights of historic downtown Ottawa, Illinois for the Ottawa Chris Kringle Market by Floret Events LLC. The Chris Kringle Market takes place throughout downtown Ottawa every weekend, from November 28 thru December 21, 2025. Please stay tuned for more updates!
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
Join us under the sparkling lights of historic downtown Ottawa, Illinois for the Ottawa Chris Kringle Market by Floret Events LLC. The Chris Kringle Market takes place throughout downtown Ottawa every weekend, from November 28 thru December 21, 2025. Please stay tuned for more updates!
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 or call (815) 434-0509.
Join 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.
Join 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 on our website. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.
Learn how to make a delicious charcuterie board that’ll be perfect for the holidays in this class with Susan Glassman, University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator.
