BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ottawa, IL - The Middle of Everywhere - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ottawa, IL - The Middle of Everywhere X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.visitottawail.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ottawa, IL - The Middle of Everywhere REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20250908T204124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T204124Z UID:10001061-1776502800-1776506400@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:parkrun DESCRIPTION: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 basis to enjoy the outdoors and get physically active. We want to encourage people to run\, jog\, walk and volunteer together – this event is truly open to all and best of all it really is FREE! Taking part is easy – just register before your first ever parkrun. The great thing is that you only ever need to do this once! Then just set your alarm for Saturday morning and get yourself there! Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee in the Bluegill Boathouse & Marina Bar – please come and join us! Maybe swap stories about your parkrun that day\, chat to other parkrunners over a cup of tea or coffee and just be an part of this community. So whether you’re a complete novice looking to get yourself started or a regular wanting to use this as a part of your training schedule\, you’re welcome to come along and join us. Please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don’t forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it\, you won’t get a time. You can visit the event website link to register. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/parkrun-9/2026-04-18/ LOCATION:Heritage Harbor Ottawa\, 2 Great Loop\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Run-Walk-Jog-FREE-Timed-5k.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T153000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T162618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162618Z UID:10001908-1776519000-1776526200@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:The Loop Group DESCRIPTION:Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable\npeople. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/the-loop-group-2/2026-04-18/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/th.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T133000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T152201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T152201Z UID:10001874-1776601800-1776605400@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Youth Poetry Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join in a free poem writing workshop for the Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry\nAwards\, hosted by Ottawa Poet Laureate\, René Parks Wendinger. This event is for\nchildren and teens in Grades K-12. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/youth-poetry-workshop/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Get Educated ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Reddick-Study-A-B-and-C-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T140000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T161230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T161230Z UID:10001900-1776690000-1776693600@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Mystery Monday Book Club: The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill DESCRIPTION:New members are always welcome to join this librarian-led book club.\nCopies of the book will be available for check out from the library.\nBook Summary: The beautifully ornate reading room at Boston Public Library\nis completely silent on a weekday morning\, until a woman’s terrified\nscream echoes through the room. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/mystery-monday-book-club-the-woman-in-the-library-by-sulari-gentill/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-library-adult-books-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T193000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T155141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T155141Z UID:10001891-1776706200-1776713400@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons DESCRIPTION:Discover the adventure your Dungeon Master has crafted for you. Can you\nendure? Will you achieve your objectives?. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/dungeons-dragons-2/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/library-door.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T104500 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T153120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T153120Z UID:10001880-1776765600-1776768300@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Read! DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Stay and play after the craft if\nyou have time. Find each week’s theme on the event calendar on our website.\nThis event is for children ages 3-5 years. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ready-set-read-4/2026-04-21/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-library-childrens-books-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T200000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T161437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T161437Z UID:10001901-1776792600-1776801600@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Artist’s Workshop DESCRIPTION:Looking for a space to sit down and create? Join us for some dedicated time\nto work on your art and spend time with other artists. This monthly adult\nevent is in collaboration with the Ottawa Art League. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/artists-workshop-4/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-study-rooms-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T104500 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T153601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T153630Z UID:10001885-1776852000-1776854700@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Shake\, Rattle\, Read! DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Stay and play after the\ncraft if you have time. Find each week’s theme on the event calendar on our\nwebsite. This event is for children ages birth to 3. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/shake-rattle-read-2/2026-04-22/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/reddick-library-more-childrens-books-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T171500 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T154613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T154613Z UID:10001890-1776961800-1776964500@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Kid’s Book Club (Grades K-3) DESCRIPTION:At this month’s book club\, we will be discussing The Creature of Habit by\nJennifer E. Smith and making a craft to go along with the story. Copies of the\nbook will be available for checkout in the Children’s Department. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/kids-book-club-grades-k-3-3/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Get Educated ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-library-childrens-books-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T161639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T161639Z UID:10001902-1776967200-1776970800@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Introduction to Food Preservation DESCRIPTION:Join Susan Glassman\, University of Illinois Extension’s Health and Wellness\nEducator\, for an introductory class on food preservation. She’ll share tips for\nfood preservation safety\, different ways to preserve your food\, and much more. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/introduction-to-food-preservation/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Get Educated ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Reddick-Study-A-B-and-C-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T113000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T152413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T152413Z UID:10001875-1777028400-1777030200@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Story Time with State Representative Briel DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special National Library Week Story Time with State\nRepresentative Briel. She will be reading a story in the Children’ Department. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/story-time-with-state-representative-briel/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260319T161841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T161841Z UID:10001903-1777032000-1777042800@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive DESCRIPTION:Help save lives by donating blood at our ImpactLife Blood Drive. Sign-ups\nfor specific times are preferred\, but we will do our best to accommodate walk\nins. To sign up for an appointment\, go to our events page. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/impactlife-blood-drive/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-community-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260121T170822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T085348Z UID:10001652-1777046400-1777057200@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:OVC 30th Birthday Party DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Ottawa Visitors Center with us! \n30 years… right here in the middle of everywhere \nThe Ottawa Visitors Center has been sharing the stories\, history\, and heart of this community for three decades… and we think that’s something pretty special. And if you really want to see what that looks like\, Ryan has started a blog series featuring 30 stories from past board members… and let me tell you\, they are something special.\n\nSo… we’re celebrating  Join us for our 30th Anniversary Open House on April 24 from 4–7 PM!\nWe’ll have great company\, great stories\, and live music from Kaedon Cronkright (because of course we do ).\nWhether you’ve been part of our journey for years or just discovered us\, we’d love to celebrate with you.\n30 years in the middle of everywhere… and we’re just getting started  URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ovc-30th-birthday-party/ LOCATION:Ottawa Visitors Center\, 1028 LaSalle Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,History,Live Music,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ovcbdayparty.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20250908T204124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T204124Z UID:10001062-1777107600-1777111200@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:parkrun DESCRIPTION: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 basis to enjoy the outdoors and get physically active. We want to encourage people to run\, jog\, walk and volunteer together – this event is truly open to all and best of all it really is FREE! Taking part is easy – just register before your first ever parkrun. The great thing is that you only ever need to do this once! Then just set your alarm for Saturday morning and get yourself there! Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee in the Bluegill Boathouse & Marina Bar – please come and join us! Maybe swap stories about your parkrun that day\, chat to other parkrunners over a cup of tea or coffee and just be an part of this community. So whether you’re a complete novice looking to get yourself started or a regular wanting to use this as a part of your training schedule\, you’re welcome to come along and join us. Please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don’t forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it\, you won’t get a time. You can visit the event website link to register. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/parkrun-9/2026-04-25/ LOCATION:Heritage Harbor Ottawa\, 2 Great Loop\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Run-Walk-Jog-FREE-Timed-5k.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T170000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194502 CREATED:20260225T161206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T161206Z UID:10001777-1777107600-1777136400@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:2026 Boater Safety Courses DESCRIPTION:*Free IDNR Approved Boater Safety Classes* (Advanced registration required) \nThis 8-hour class is required to complete your certification. Open to anyone 12 and over. Students under age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. \nDid you know: Anyone born on or after January 1st\, 1998 who operates a vehicle powered by a motor of 10 horsepower or more needs to complete an IDNR approved boater safety class \nThis class is recommended for: \n\nNew boaters\nFamilies that enjoy boating\nSeasoned boaters who would like to brush up on rules and regulations\n\nParticipants should bring their own snacks\, lunch\, and drinks. Class materials will be provided. Call to register today! \nCourse Dates: \nApril 25\, 9am to 5pm \nMay 23\, 9am to 5pm \nJune 20\, 9am to 5pm \nJuly 11\, 9am to 5pm \nAugust 15\, 9am to 5pm URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/2026-boater-safety-courses/2026-04-25/ LOCATION:Illinois Waterway Visitor Center\, 950 N 27th Rd\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Get Educated,Outdoor,Seasonal,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Safe-Boater-Class-Flyer-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T113000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260319T162034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162034Z UID:10001904-1777111200-1777116600@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Crafter Hours: Pressed Flower Frame DESCRIPTION:Come make a frame decorated with pressed flowers. Registration is\nrequired as spots are limited due to the availability of supplies. To register for\nthis class\, visit our events page\, call the library @ (815) 434-0509\, or stop by the\nCirculation Desk. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/crafter-hours-pressed-flower-frame/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-community-and-rack-card-holder-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T153000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260319T162618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162618Z UID:10001909-1777123800-1777131000@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:The Loop Group DESCRIPTION:Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable\npeople. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/the-loop-group-2/2026-04-25/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/th.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T110000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260319T152608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T152608Z UID:10001876-1777284000-1777287600@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Homeschool Art DESCRIPTION:We will be learning the art of printmaking. Explore different\ntechniques and then put what you’ve learned to use to create your own unique\nartwork. Be sure to wear clothing you don’t mind getting messy. Funding for\nthis event was provided in part by the Illinois Arts Council and the Starved Rock\nCounty Community Foundation. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/homeschool-art-2/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Get Educated ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-library-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T104500 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260319T153120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T153120Z UID:10001881-1777370400-1777373100@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Read! DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Stay and play after the craft if\nyou have time. Find each week’s theme on the event calendar on our website.\nThis event is for children ages 3-5 years. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ready-set-read-4/2026-04-28/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-library-childrens-books-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T173000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260319T155333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T155333Z UID:10001892-1777393800-1777397400@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Yappers Book Club DESCRIPTION:Need a place to study after school or somewhere to hang out with friends?\nBring schoolwork\, a project\, or a book to read for fun! There’s no pressure\nhere\, just friends\, snacks\, and time to get something done at the library. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/yappers-book-club-2/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-library-adult-books-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T190000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260319T152803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T152803Z UID:10001877-1777399200-1777402800@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:LEGO Club DESCRIPTION:Play with the library’s LEGO pieces with friends and display your creations\nafterwards in the Children’s Department. This month’s theme is buildings. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/lego-club-3/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/legos-2-e1734368742553.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T104500 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260319T153601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T153630Z UID:10001886-1777456800-1777459500@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Shake\, Rattle\, Read! DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft. Stay and play after the\ncraft if you have time. Find each week’s theme on the event calendar on our\nwebsite. This event is for children ages birth to 3. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/shake-rattle-read-2/2026-04-29/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/reddick-library-more-childrens-books-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T171500 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260319T150740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T150740Z UID:10001869-1777566600-1777569300@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Flower Fun (Grades 3-6) DESCRIPTION:At this STEAM program we will create origami flowers and magic blooming flowers. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/flower-fun-grades-3-6/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-library-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20250211T153359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T203317Z UID:10001112-1777708800-1777737600@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest & Burger Bash DESCRIPTION:In loving memory of Tom Nauman—our founding father from Morel Mania—this event exists because of his passion and vision. Without Tom\, none of this would be possible. \nJoin us at Washington Park along Jackson Street\, where you can shop and peruse a large Botanical Market and Morel Market featuring everything… you guessed it… MUSHROOMS! We’ll even host MOREL UNIVERSITY\, where you’ll learn to identify morels\, so you know exactly what to look for on your guided hunt. (Please note: The educational hunt has limited availability.) \nInterested in being a vendor? Use this form to register. \n*Burger Bash information and registration is below the Morel Fest information and registration form.* \n  \nSchedule: \n7:30 am – Hunt and Morel Market sign-in \n8-8:30 am – Morel University \n8:45 am – Busses depart for guided hunt \n9am – 3pm – Morel Market – morel mushrooms only \n8am – 3pm – Vendor Market \n9am – 11:30 am – Guided Hunt \n12:30 pm – Awards \nMorel Fest Registration\n\n\n \n\n \n Morel Registration 2026\n \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*GUIDED HUNT - 9AM - 11:30AMGuided Hunt Morel University 12 and under $25\, until April 1\, $30 after April 1 until April 27\, $50 at the door! Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $25.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Morel University 13 and older $50\, Until April 1\, until April 27\, $60 at the door $75. Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $50.00\n \n \n Quantity \n processing fee\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Total\n $0.00\n \n Credit Card\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n Card Details\n \n Hold Harlmless\n \n Midwest Morel Festival\nMay 2\, 2026\nOttawa\, Illinois 61350\n\nHOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT\nBy submitting this registration\, you acknowledge and agree to the following:\n\nThe undersigned individual\, partnership\, corporation\, or limited liability company\, including its successors and assigns\, in consideration of its participation in the Midwest Morel Festival and partnership with The City of Ottawa\, Illinois\, The Ottawa Visitors Center\, Inc.\, The Ottawa Exploreum Children's Museum\, Ottawa Downtown Association\, and/or their volunteers\, hereby agrees to the terms outlined below.\n\nI acknowledge and accept that there are inherent risks and hazards associated with participating in festival activities and being present on the event premises. I willingly choose to enter the premises and engage in activities despite these risks\, understanding that conditions may be hazardous or may become dangerous to me or my property. I voluntarily assume full responsibility for any loss\, property damage\, or personal injury\, including death\, that may occur to me or any damage or loss to property owned by me.\n\nIt is my explicit intent that this Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement applies to my family members and spouse\, if I am alive\, and to my heirs\, assigns\, and personal representatives if I am deceased. This Agreement serves as a Release\, Waiver\, Discharge\, and Covenant Not to Sue the aforementioned persons/entities\, including their heirs\, successors\, executors\, administrators\, or assigns.\n\nThe undersigned further acknowledges and agrees that this Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement is legally binding and supported by valid consideration. By signing\, I affirm that:\n\nI have full authority to execute this document.\nI have read\, understood\, and voluntarily agreed to this Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement.\nNo oral representations\, statements\, or inducements apart from this written agreement have been made.\nI am at least eighteen (18) years of age and fully competent.\nI enter into this Agreement knowingly and willingly\, with the intent to be legally bound.\nNOTICE: This is a legal document that grants rights to The City of Ottawa\, IL\, and all associated entities listed above while creating obligations for the signing party. You may wish to consult an attorney before signing.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBurger Bash Details\nJoin Us for the Burger Bash at the Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest! \nMark your calendars for Saturday\, May 2\, and come hungry for one of the tastiest highlights of the Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest—the Burger Bash! \nOpen to all—no restrictions on who can compete! Whether you’re a seasoned chef\, backyard grill master\, or just love making a great burger\, we welcome you to join the fun. \nEnjoy mouthwatering\, handcrafted burgers hot off the grill\, served with all your favorite fixings and sides. Local chefs and grill master’s will be bringing their best creations\, and every bite supports the Exploreum\, helping keep the spirit of Morel Fest alive for years to come. \nBuns & Stipend Option:We will provide Hawaiian rolls for all participants. Prefer to bring your own buns? You can opt out and receive a $75 stipend instead. \nIt’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend—great food\, great company\, and a great cause. Don’t miss this delicious start to the festivities! \nSchedule: \n\n11:00 AM – Set-up\n12:00 PM – Competition begins\n4:00 PM – Awards\n\nBurger Bash Registration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Festival & Burger Bash\n \n \n Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Festival & Burger BashJoin us for the Burger Bash\, a fun and flavorful new addition to the Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Festival!\nThis friendly cook-off celebrates community\, creativity\, and the joy of great Midwest food — all in memory of Tom Nauman’s love for gathering people together.\n\nEvent Highlights:\n\nFREE to enter – no registration fees.\n\nSlider buns provided by the festival.\n\nEach competitor must prepare at least 200 bite-sized sliders for judging and public tasting.\n\nJudging Categories:\n\nJudge’s Choice (official panel)\n\nPeople’s Choice (guest coin voting)\n\nPrizes:\n\n🏆 $250 Cash Prize + Trophy – Judge’s Choice Winner\n\n🏅 Trophy + Bragging Rights – People’s Choice Winner\n\nProceeds from the Burger Bash benefit The Exploreum and the Fireworks Fund.Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Contact person:Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n Phone*Email*\n \n Burger Name or ThemeDescribe Your Burger (ingredients\, inspiration\, etc.)“Competitor Agreement”*\n \n I will prepare a minimum of 200 bite-sized sliders for tasting and judging.\n \n \n I understand that slider buns will be provided by the festival.\n \n \n I will bring my own grill\, ingredients\, and cooking tools.\n \n \n I will arrive and set up by the required time on May 2\, 2026.\n \n \n I will notify organizers by April 15\, 2026\, if I cannot participate.\n Hold HarmlessHOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT By submitting this registration\, you acknowledge and agree to the following: The undersigned individual\, partnership\, corporation\, or limited liability company\, including its successors and assigns\, in consideration of its participation in the Midwest Morel Festival and partnership with The City of Ottawa\, Illinois\, The Ottawa Visitors Center\, Inc.\, The Ottawa Exploreum Children's Museum\, Ottawa Downtown Association\, and/or their volunteers\, hereby agrees to the terms outlined below. I acknowledge and accept that there are inherent risks and hazards associated with participating in festival activities and being present on the event premises. I willingly choose to enter the premises and engage in activities despite these risks\, understanding that conditions may be hazardous or may become dangerous to me or my property. I voluntarily assume full responsibility for any loss\, property damage\, or personal injury\, including death\, that may occur to me or any damage or loss to property owned by me. It is my explicit intent that this Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement applies to my family members and spouse\, if I am alive\, and to my heirs\, assigns\, and personal representatives if I am deceased. This Agreement serves as a Release\, Waiver\, Discharge\, and Covenant Not to Sue the aforementioned persons/entities\, including their heirs\, successors\, executors\, administrators\, or assigns. The undersigned further acknowledges and agrees that this Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement is legally binding and supported by valid consideration. By signing\, I affirm that: I have full authority to execute this document. I have read\, understood\, and voluntarily agreed to this Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement. No oral representations\, statements\, or inducements apart from this written agreement have been made. I am at least eighteen (18) years of age and fully competent. I enter into this Agreement knowingly and willingly\, with the intent to be legally bound. NOTICE: This is a legal document that grants rights to The City of Ottawa\, IL\, and all associated entities listed above while creating obligations for the signing party. You may wish to consult an attorney before signing.“Type your full name as digital signature”*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/midwest-morel-festival-2/ LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Agritourism,Entertainment,Family,Get Educated,Historic Downtown,Outdoor,Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/MorelFest-Poster-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260416T204519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T204519Z UID:10001947-1777730400-1777734000@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Manga Club DESCRIPTION:Hey manga and anime fans! We’re getting together to talk about our\nfavorite manga (and the anime series they’ve inspired). This month\,\nwe’re talking Kagurabachi! URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/manga-club/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Reddick-Study-A-B-and-C-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260416T195916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T195916Z UID:10001917-1777734000-1777737600@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Girls Who Code (Grades 3-5 & 6-12) DESCRIPTION:Join in the last meeting of the season! Work on your project and\nplay with Ozobot and Sphero. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/girls-who-code-grades-3-5-6-12/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Reddick-Study-A-B-and-C-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260415T135046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T164039Z UID:10001914-1777816800-1777824000@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Spring Dance DESCRIPTION:Join Ottawa City Rec for a fun-filled Spring Dance featuring live music from the Yorkville Big Band! Come enjoy an afternoon of great tunes\, dancing\, and community spirit you won’t want to miss. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/spring-dance/ LOCATION:Rivers Edge Event Center\, 401 West Main Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Entertainment,Family,Live Music,Seasonal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/662891068_941067942015087_6816928385591773905_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa City Rec":MAILTO:cityrec@cityofottawa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T113000 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260416T201021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T201021Z UID:10001921-1777890600-1777894200@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Story Time @ the Woodland DESCRIPTION:Join us at Nell’s Woodland for a nature-themed story time. Enjoy\nstories\, music\, and a craft\, followed by a short hike through the park.\nRegistration is required. To register\, please call the library at (815) 434-\n0509 or stop by the Circulation Desk. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/story-time-the-woodland-3/ LOCATION:Nell’s Woodland\, 2000 Alexis Ave.\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Nells-bridge.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T181500 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260416T200135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T200135Z UID:10001918-1777914900-1777918500@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Baby Prom DESCRIPTION:Dress in your best and join us for musical fun\, (wagon) limo rides\,\nphoto ops\, snacks\, and more! It’ll be a night to remember! This event is\nfor ages 4 and under. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/baby-prom/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-community-and-rack-card-holder-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T104500 DTSTAMP:20260417T194503 CREATED:20260416T201256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T201256Z UID:10001922-1777975200-1777977900@www.visitottawail.com SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Read! DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday for stories\, songs\, and a craft! Stay and play\nafter the craft if you have time. Find each week’s theme on the events\ncalendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5 years. URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ready-set-read-5/2026-05-05/ LOCATION:Reddick Public Library\, 1010 Canal Street\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitottawail.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/reddick-library-childrens-books-scaled-1.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR