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SUMMARY:Veterans Guard 24-Hour Vigil
DESCRIPTION:Event Info & Call for Volunteers: \nThe 18th Annual 24-Hour Veterans Honor Guard Vigil will be held at the War Memorial in Washington Square\, downtown Ottawa. The opening ceremony will be on Friday\, November 6th at 4:45 pm\, when area Submarine Veterans will be the Lead Honor Guard. A brief closing ceremony will begin at 5 pm on Saturday\, November 7th. \nA combined area Color Guard will Place the Colors\, followed by brief remarks\, then place the Lead Honor Guard. The closing ceremonies will be at 5 pm Saturday with the Rifle Salute\, TAPS\, and Retirement of the Colors. Boy Scout Troop 745 will assist. \nMilitary vehicles will be on display. The “Tunes of Glory” Bagpipers will play appropriate music on Saturday\, 3 to 5 pm. The American Legion Amateur Radio Club (TALARC) will have a Field Day Exercise\, where all interested can learn new skills. “Flutes for vets” will also demonstrate throughout the event. New this year\, is a Legion vs VFW Bags Tournament on Saturday. \nThe Legion is seeking Veteran volunteers for this event. There will be tents for the command post (thanks to Illinois Valley Labor Management)\, shifts are 15 minutes. Food & coffee will be available. Chaperones to help assist vets from area nursing homes are also encouraged. Family members/fellow patriots may stand duty with each veteran’s shift. Wear weather/military appropriate clothing. Uniforms are welcome\, POW/MIA sweatshirts or Branch of Service caps are acceptable as well. Extra garrison caps will be available if needed. A “Stand-by” team is also needed. \nThis event precedes the Ottawa Memorial Association’s Veterans Day Ceremony at 10:15 am in the same location\, on November 11th. \n 
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/veterans-guard-24-hour-vigil/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Get Educated,Get Involved,History,Holiday,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa American Legion Post 33":MAILTO:chongofsb@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Out of the Darkness Walk
DESCRIPTION:At the LaSalle County Out of the Darkness Walk\, attendees can walk together to raise awareness\, support one another\, honor and remember loved ones\, and fund critical efforts to protect mental health and prevent suicide. Check-in is at 10 am\, event starts at 11 am. Visit the official website to learn more or sign up: https://afspwalks.donordrive.com/LaSalleCounty 
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/out-of-the-darkness-walk-2026/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Educated,Get Involved,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alexis Ferracuti":MAILTO:aferracuti@peterferracuti.com
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SUMMARY:Music in the Park: Radium City Rebels
DESCRIPTION:RAIN DATE!! \n🎶 Music in the Park 2026 🎶 \nJoin us on Saturday evening\, 5-7PM\, in the beautiful Washington Square for an incredible lineup of live music all summer long! From local favorites to special guest performers\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.\n🌞 Bring your friends\, your family\, and your picnic blankets – let’s make this summer unforgettable in Ottawa!
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/music-in-the-park-radium-city-rebels/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Live Music,Outdoor,Seasonal
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:The Ottawa Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum will hold their ice cream social in Washington Park on August 22\, from 6 to 7 pm. $5 a ticket. Includes lemonade\, ice cream\, and cake. \n 
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/ice-cream-social-2/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Food,Kids Corner,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Historical & Scouting Heritage Museum":MAILTO:ottawahistoricalscoutingmuseum@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Old Time Fair
DESCRIPTION:A day of old-fashioned fun for the whole family! Free games & activities! Enjoy classic festival fun like a watermelon eating contest\, rubber duck pond\, ring toss\, fishbowl toss\, egg race\, and more. Face painter will be available from 11 am to 3 pm.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/old-time-fair/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Festivals,Historic Downtown,History,Kids Corner,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Scoops & Smiles
DESCRIPTION:The Youth Service Bureau is observing its 50th anniversary this year\, so this calls for a celebration! Enjoy a free ice cream treat at the Old Time Fair in Washington Park.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/scoops-smiles/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Food,Kids Corner,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Youth Service Bureau":MAILTO:contactus@ysbiv.org
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SUMMARY:Best Beard Contest
DESCRIPTION:As part of Debate Days: \n  \nCategories: \nLongest Beard \nBest Styled Beard \nMost Legendary \nLooks Like He Lives in the Woods Award \nCrowd Favorite \nContestants\, spectators\, & beard envy welcome! \n  \nBest Beard Contest Sign-Up
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/best-beard-contest/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Festivals,Historic Downtown,History,Outdoor,Seasonal
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SUMMARY:Gospel Music in Washington Park
DESCRIPTION:As part of Friendship Days\, this family-friendly music event is back! Pack a cooler and bring a lawn chair for this FREE event at Washington Park.
URL:https://www.visitottawail.com/event/gospel-music-in-washington-park/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 100 West Jackson St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Diane Chapman":MAILTO:chapmand952@gmail.com
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