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Homeschool Art (Pre-school-Grade 12)
Homeschool Art (Pre-school-Grade 12)
Come to the library to meet up with other homeschoolers and learn about various artists and artistic styles. This event is for all ages.
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Ready, Set, Read!
Ready, Set, Read!
Join us every Tuesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
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Shake, Rattle, Read!
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Join us every Wednesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after craft if you have time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages birth-3 years.
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Cooking for One or Two
Cooking for One or Two
Learn how to make delicious meals for one or two people in this class taught by Susan Glassman, University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator.
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Family Yoga Night
Family Yoga Night
Throw on some comfy clothes, bring water and a yoga mat or a towel, and join us for yoga at the library! This event is for all ages.
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Manga Club
Manga Club
Hey manga and anime fans! We’re getting together to talk about our favorite mangas and the anime series they’ve inspired. Come join us to meet fellow fans. This month, we’re talking Soul Eater!
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Free Concert: The Starved Rock Pop Singers
Free Concert: The Starved Rock Pop Singers
Enjoy Music of the 60's 70's 80's & Beyond, with songs from Neil Diamond, Simon & Garfunkel, Toto, and The Mamas & The Papas. This free event is sponsored by Thrivent Financial and the Ottawa Special Events Committee.
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Monthly Kit: Spring
Monthly Kit: Spring
This month’s kit will contain recipes along with a decorative spring ornament. Kits will be available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available week of April 7th.
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Story Time @ the Woodlands
Story Time @ the Woodlands
Join us at Nell’s Woodland (2000 Alexis Ave.) for a nature themed story time. Enjoy stories, music, and crafts followed by a short hike through the park. Registration is required for this event. Please register in person at Reddick Library or call (815) 434-0509. This event is for children of all ages.
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Ready, Set, Read!
Ready, Set, Read!
Join us every Tuesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
3 events,
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Join us every Wednesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after craft if you have time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages birth-3 years.
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Wednesday Evening Book Group
Wednesday Evening Book Group
Absolution by Alice McDermott will be discussed at this patron-led book group.
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Special Fire Department Story Time
Special Fire Department Story Time
A member of the Fire Department will read a story in the Children’s Department. After the reading, there will be a chance for the kids to check out a fire truck up close.
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Yarn Painting (Grades K-2)
Yarn Painting (Grades K-2)
Join Miss Robin for a painting class that doesn’t use paint! Create a piece of art using yarn.
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Ready, Set, Read!
Ready, Set, Read!
Join us every Tuesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
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Ottawa Concert Association: Your Concert Series
Ottawa Concert Association: Your Concert Series
You are invited to the Ottawa Concert Series! Listed below are the groups and dates they will perform on: September 23, 2024: Street Corner Symphony November 8, 2024: Letters from Home March 14, 2025: Paolo Schianchi April 15, 2025: Sail On - The Beach Boys Tribute A membership includes four concerts in Ottawa as well […]
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Shake, Rattle, Read!
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Join us every Wednesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after craft if you have time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages birth-3 years.
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Yarn Wrapped Birds (Grades 3-6)
Yarn Wrapped Birds (Grades 3-6)
Play with color and texture as we create a yarn wrapped bird out of recycled materials.
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Natural Dyes and Food Coloring
Natural Dyes and Food Coloring
Learn how to make natural dyes and food coloring out of household ingredients and food scraps. This event is for adults.
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Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Ottawa Special Events Committee
Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Ottawa Special Events Committee
Exciting News! Join us for our First Annual Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the Special Events Committee! Save the Date: April 19, 2025 Location: Allen Park Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM PLUS! Enjoy FREE professional photos with the Easter Bunny! Stay tuned for more details—hoppin’ good fun awaits!
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Skydive Chicago presents….Easter Egg Hunt & Bunny Jump
Skydive Chicago presents….Easter Egg Hunt & Bunny Jump
11:00am- Easter Bunny Skydives! 11:15am- Easter Egg Hunt begins 11:15-noon- pics with Easter Bunny
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Cupcake Decorating (Grades K-2)
Cupcake Decorating (Grades K-2)
Celebrate spring by creating baby animal themed mini cupcakes with Miss Robin. Registration is required as spots are limited due to the availability of supplies. To reserve a spot, please call the library or stop by the circulation desk.
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Mystery Monday Book Club: Six Years by Harlan Coben
Mystery Monday Book Club: Six Years by Harlan Coben
New members are always welcome to join this librarian-led book club. Copies of the book will be available for checkout from the library. Book Summary: Six years have passed since Jake watched Natalie, the love of his life, marry another man. When Jake comes across the obituary of Natalie’s husband, he discovers that the mourning […]
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Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons
Discover the adventure your Dungeon Master has crafted for you. Can you endure? Will you achieve your objectives?
2 events,
Ready, Set, Read!
Ready, Set, Read!
Join us every Tuesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
1 event,
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Join us every Wednesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after craft if you have time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages birth-3 years.
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Sourdough Class
Sourdough Class
Join us for this introductory class to learn about the process of making your own sourdough bread and baked goods. Topics including recommended supplies, sourdough starters, and instructions. Registration is required for this exciting class. To reserve a spot, please call the library or stop at the Circulation Desk.
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Crafter Hours: Tulips
Crafter Hours: Tulips
Create a spring tulip bouquet using recycled egg cartons. Registration is required due to the availability of supplies. To register for this adult class. please call the library at (815)434-0509 or stop by the Circulation Desk.
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My Favorite Wife Radio Play
My Favorite Wife Radio Play
Step back in time to the 1930s/1940s as the local theater group, Pop-Up Players Ltd., presents the classic comedy, My Favorite Wife. Come watch the performers bring the radio show to life in this exciting special event.
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Homeschool Art
Homeschool Art
Come to the library to meet up with other homeschoolers and learn about various artists and artistic styles. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting messy.
2 events,
Ready, Set, Read!
Ready, Set, Read!
Join us every Tuesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after the craft if you have the time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
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Silent Book Club
Silent Book Club
Introverts unite! Bring whatever book you are reading and enjoy some quiet time with others. There will be an opportunity to discuss your book if you so desire and, of course, there will be snacks.
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Shake, Rattle, Read!
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Join us every Wednesday for stories, songs, and a craft! Stay and play after craft if you have time! Find each week's theme on the Events Calendar on our website. This event is for children ages birth-3 years.
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Kid’s Book Club (Grades K-2)
Kid’s Book Club (Grades K-2)
This month we will be discussing Books Aren’t for Eating by Carlie Sorosiak. We will also create edible mini-books! Copies of the book will be available for checkout in the Children’s Department.
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Midwest Morel Festival in Memory of Tom Nauman
Midwest Morel Festival in Memory of Tom Nauman
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. Join us at the Jordan Block (100 Main Street) where you can shop and peruse a large Botanical Market and Morel Market featuring everything… you guessed it… MUSHROOMS! […]