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Baby Prom

2026-05-04 17:15:00 2026-05-04 18:15:00 America/Chicago Baby Prom Dress in your best and join us for musical fun, (wagon) limo rides, photo ops, snacks, and more! It’ll be a night to remember! This event is for ages 4 and under. Reddick Library - Community Room

Monday, May 04
5:15pm - 6:15pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-04 17:15:00 2026-05-04 18:15:00 America/Chicago Baby Prom Dress in your best and join us for musical fun, (wagon) limo rides, photo ops, snacks, and more! It’ll be a night to remember! This event is for ages 4 and under. Reddick Library - Community Room

Reddick Library

Community Room

Dress in your best and join us for musical fun, (wagon) limo rides, photo ops, snacks, and more! It’ll be a night to remember! This event is for ages 4 and under.

This event does not require prior registration; however, signing up will allow you to receive event reminders and notifications if the event is rescheduled or canceled.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Other | Games and Activities | Drop In |

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Reddick Library
Phone: 815-434-0509
Fax: 815-434-2634
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Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Cancelled
Voter Registration
Wed, Apr 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library
Register to vote during this drop-in event.
Personal Safety and Self Defense Workshop
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
We are excited to team up with Lindsey of Strictly Self Defense for our Personal Safety and Self Defense Workshop for teens and adults. Registration and a signed waiver are required to attend.
Illinois Libraries Present: Cristina Henriquez - Voice, Culture, and Human Connection
Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Join bestselling author Cristina Henríquez for a compelling conversation about her work.
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The Loop Group
Sat, Apr 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
Youth Poetry Workshop
Sun, Apr 19, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join in a free poem writing workshop for the Gwendolyn Brooks Youth Poetry Awards, hosted by Ottawa Poet Laureate, René Parks Wendinger. This event is for children and teens in Grades K-12.
Mystery Monday Book Club - "The Woman in the Library" by Sulari Gentill
Mon, Apr 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
New members are always welcome to join this librarian-led book club. Copies of the book will be available for check out from the library
Dungeons & Dragons
Mon, Apr 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Discover the adventure your Dungeon Master has crafted for you. Can you endure? Will you achieve your objectives? This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
Wits Workout
Tue, Apr 21, 9:30am - 10:30am
Reddick Library - Conference Room
This event is for adults 60+. Wits Workout promotes brain health in older adults. Registration for this event is closed.
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for themed stories, songs, and a craft. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
Artist's Workshop
Tue, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
Join us for some dedicated time to work on your art and spend time with other artists. This monthly adult event is in collaboration with the Ottawa Art League.
Fire Department Story Time and Touch-a-Truck
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for a special story time with the Ottawa Fire Department, followed by a Touch-a-Truck event. This event is for children of all ages.
Kid's Book Club - The Creature of Habit by Jennifer E. Smith
Thu, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
At this month’s book club, we will be discussing "The Creature of Habit" by Jennifer E. Smith and making a craft to go along with the story. This event is for children in K-3.
Introduction to Food Preservation
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join Susan Glassman, University of Illinois Extension’s Health and Wellness Educator, for an introductory class on food preservation.
Story Time with State Representative Briel
Fri, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Department
Join us for a special National Library Week Story Time with State Representative Briel. She will be reading a story in the Children’s Department. This event is for all ages.
ImpactLife Blood Drive
Fri, Apr 24, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Help save lives by donating blood at our ImpactLife Blood Drive. Sign-ups for specific times are preferred, but we will do our best to accommodate walk-ins.
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Crafter Hours - Pressed Flower Frames
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Come and make a frame decorated with pressed flowers. Registration is required as spots are limited due to the availability of supplies.
This event is full
The Loop Group
Sat, Apr 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
Toy and Clothing Swap
Sun, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Let’s swap! Donate clean, gently used infant, toddler, and kids’ clothing, shoes, and toys.
Homeschool Art
Mon, Apr 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reddick Library - Community Room
We will be learning the art of printmaking. Explore different techniques and then put what you’ve learned to use to create your own unique artwork.
Wits Workout
Tue, Apr 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
Reddick Library - Conference Room
This event is for adults 60+. Wits Workout promotes brain health in older adults. Registration for this event is closed.
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for themed stories, songs, and a craft. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
Yappers Book Club
Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Need a place to study after school or somewhere to hang out with friends? There’s no pressure here, just friends, snacks, and time to get something done at the library.
LEGO Club
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Play with the library’s LEGO pieces with friends and display your creations afterwards in the Children’s Department. This month’s theme is buildings.
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Flower Fun
Thu, Apr 30, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
At this STEAM program, we will create origami flowers and magic blooming flowers. This event is for children in Grades 3-6.
Budgeting with ItsMyCU
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reddick Library
April is Financial Literacy Month! Join Alexis Scogin from ItsMyCU (Illinois State Credit Union) to learn about the fundamentals of budgeting.
The Loop Group
Sat, May 02, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
Manga Club
Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
Hey manga and anime fans, we’re getting together to talk about our favorite manga (& the anime series they’ve inspired). This month, we’re talking Kagurabachi. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
Girls Who Code Club
Sat, May 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
Join in the last meeting of the season! Work on your project and play with Ozobot and Sphero. This event is for children in Grades 3-5 and teens in Grades 6-12.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Monthly Kit: Espresso
Mon, May 04, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes along with a sample of instant espresso. Kits will be available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of May 4.
Storytime @ the Woodland
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nell's Woodland
Join us at Nell’s Woodland for a nature-themed story time.
Baby Prom
Mon, May 04, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Dress in your best and join us for musical fun, (wagon) limo rides, photo ops, snacks, and more! It’ll be a night to remember! This event is for ages 4 and under.
Monthly Kit: Espresso
Tue, May 05, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes along with a sample of instant espresso. Kits will be available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of May 4.
Wits Workout
Tue, May 05, 9:30am - 10:30am
Reddick Library - Conference Room
This event is for adults 60+. Wits Workout promotes brain health in older adults. Registration for this event is closed.
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for themed stories, songs, and a craft. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
Revenge of the Fifth Party
Tue, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Explore your dark side at this drop-in event for children in Grades K-2. There will be crafts and games to enjoy.
Monthly Kit: Espresso
Wed, May 06, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes along with a sample of instant espresso. Kits will be available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of May 4.
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
DIY No-Sew Beverage Cozy
Wed, May 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us to make an easy, no-sew felt cozy to hold onto your hot drinks! This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
Monthly Kit: Espresso
Thu, May 07, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes along with a sample of instant espresso. Kits will be available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of May 4.
Family Story Time: Star Wars
Thu, May 07, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us in a galaxy far, far away for a Star Wars-themed story time! Stay after for a craft and play time if you have time. Dressing up is welcome but not required. This is an all-ages event.
Monthly Kit: Espresso
Fri, May 08, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes along with a sample of instant espresso. Kits will be available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of May 4.
Tech Time
Fri, May 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Whether you’re facing issues with the internet, your phone, or tech accessories, we’re here to help. This drop-in program is for adults.
Muffins with Mom
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Munch on muffins, get crafty, and play games with your favorite mom to celebrate Mother’s Day! This is an all-ages event.
The Loop Group
Sat, May 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
Library Closed for Mother's Day
Sun, May 10, All day
Children's Department
Reddick Library will be closed on Mother's Day
Board of Trustees Meeting
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
The public is invited to attend the monthly board of trustees meeting.
Wits Workout
Tue, May 12, 9:30am - 10:30am
Reddick Library - Conference Room
This event is for adults 60+. Wits Workout promotes brain health in older adults. Registration for this event is closed.
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, May 12, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us for themed stories, songs, and a craft. Stay and play after the craft if you have time. This event is for children ages 3-5 years.
Community Garden: Tomato Planting
Tue, May 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reddick Library
Join us for an update on our salad garden progress! We’ll check on our leafy greens and add some tomatoes to the garden.
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Wednesday Evening Book Group
Wed, May 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
"Culpability" by Bruce Holsinger will be discussed at this patron-led book group.
Bike STEM
Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Your bike is missing and your friends are off on adventures! Your challenge is to build a miniature bicycle that works. This event is for children in Grades 3-6.
D&D at the Library
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Whether you are new or are looking to meet fellow players, join us for some Dungeons & Dragons game play and basics. This adult event is presented by Goblin Gaming LLC.
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