This month’s kit will contain refreshing recipes along with a watermelon charm. Kits will be available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of July 7.

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. This event is for children of all ages.

Our Dungeon Master needs your assistance! Are you interested in leveling up to DM status? If so, come to this event and learn how to run a campaign. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.

Join us 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.

Don’t be late to take a trip down the rabbit hole at our Alice in Wonderland themed mini golf course.

Join us 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.

Join us for a fun session where you can create an adorable reading buddy – no sewing machine required!

From July 10th-13th, the LaSalle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair are back for 2025! This year, the fair celebrates "4-H By the Decades." Event Schedule: Thursday, July 10 Beginning at 8am- General 4-H Projects Judging- all buildings 2pm- Style Revue, Exhibit Hall 3, includes "4-H Swag Show" 3:30pm- County Dog Show 6-7pm- Laura, Face […]

Have a blast at after hours bingo with chances to win gift card prizes. Enter this event through the Library Annex doors on Washington Street.

From July 10th-13th, the LaSalle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair are back for 2025! This year, the fair celebrates "4-H By the Decades." Event Schedule: Thursday, July 10 Beginning at 8am- General 4-H Projects Judging- all buildings 2pm- Style Revue, Exhibit Hall 3, includes "4-H Swag Show" 3:30pm- County Dog Show 6-7pm- Laura, Face […]

A great way to bring the beauty of nature with you wherever your go. We will be taking a short hike and stopping to sketch and learn about the plants and animals we see.

In this live action game, you’ll get to be the hippo! Who will be the hungriest of them all?

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 […]

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 […]

From July 10th-13th, the LaSalle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair are back for 2025! This year, the fair celebrates "4-H By the Decades." Event Schedule: Thursday, July 10 Beginning at 8am- General 4-H Projects Judging- all buildings 2pm- Style Revue, Exhibit Hall 3, includes "4-H Swag Show" 3:30pm- County Dog Show 6-7pm- Laura, Face […]

WWII Reenactment, Military vehicles, Convoy, Vendors and Food (Bring your military vehicle and join the Convoy). Military vehicle rides both days Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm    Battles 11:00 and 3:00   Convoy through Ottawa 12:30 Sunday 8:00am to 1:00pm   Church service 9:00    Battle 11:00   Show ends 1:00 No Admission but donations appreciated. Info.- check us […]

Join us for a feast for the senses as we welcome food vendors from across the Midwest to satisfy every taste. From finger foods to the finer foods, the Infinity Food and Arts Festival will have something for everyone. Infinity Food and Arts Festival will take place in Downtown Ottawa, in the Jordan Block Park, […]

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 […]

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 […]

WWII Reenactment, Military vehicles, Convoy, Vendors and Food (Bring your military vehicle and join the Convoy). Military vehicle rides both days Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm    Battles 11:00 and 3:00   Convoy through Ottawa 12:30 Sunday 8:00am to 1:00pm   Church service 9:00    Battle 11:00   Show ends 1:00 No Admission but donations appreciated. Info.- check us […]

From July 10th-13th, the LaSalle County 4-H Show and Junior Fair are back for 2025! This year, the fair celebrates "4-H By the Decades." Event Schedule: Thursday, July 10 Beginning at 8am- General 4-H Projects Judging- all buildings 2pm- Style Revue, Exhibit Hall 3, includes "4-H Swag Show" 3:30pm- County Dog Show 6-7pm- Laura, Face […]

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 […]