Board of Trustees Meeting

Fri, May 22, All day

Children's Department

It’s T-45 before launching to the Moon. Can you and your crew solve the riddles before liftoff? Walk-in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!

Sat, May 23, All day

Children's Department

It’s T-45 before launching to the Moon. Can you and your crew solve the riddles before liftoff? Walk-in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!

Preschool Meet & Greet

Sat, May 23, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room,Conference Room

New to the area or looking for the preschool that’s right for your family? Stop by the Community Room and meet with staff from Ottawa-area preschools.

Sat, May 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.

Library Closed

Sun, May 24, All day

Reddick Library

Reddick Library is closed for Memorial Day

Library Closed

Mon, May 25, All day

Reddick Library

Reddick Library is closed for Memorial Day

Tue, May 26, All day

Children's Department

It’s T-45 before launching to the Moon. Can you and your crew solve the riddles before liftoff? Walk-in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!

Tue, May 26, 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, May 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Reddick Library - Conference 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, May 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Play with the library’s LEGO pieces with friends and display your creations afterward! This month’s theme is “setting of a story.”

Wed, May 27, All day

Children's Department

It’s T-45 before launching to the Moon. Can you and your crew solve the riddles before liftoff? Walk-in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!

Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 10:45am

Reddick Library - Community Room

Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.

Thu, May 28, All day

Children's Department

It’s T-45 before launching to the Moon. Can you and your crew solve the riddles before liftoff? Walk-in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!

Kid's Book Club

Thu, May 28, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

At this month’s book club, we will be discussing “What’s Inside a Flower” by Rachel Ignotofsky and learn about the parts of a flower while dissecting them! This event is for children in Grades K-3.

AI and Deepfake Scams

Thu, May 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Learn how artificial intelligence is being used in scams, including deepfake phone calls, videos, and messages.

Improving Online Health Literacy - A Digit-ILL Training

Fri, May 29, All day

Children's Department

It’s T-45 before launching to the Moon. Can you and your crew solve the riddles before liftoff? Walk-in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!

Fri, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

The Digit-Ill program offers an educational presentation by a WIU professor on how to use electronic resources to maintain and improve your health.

Crafter Hours: Embossed Terra Cotta Pots

Sat, May 30, All day

Children's Department

It’s T-45 before launching to the Moon. Can you and your crew solve the riddles before liftoff? Walk-in or reserve a room in advance to play the game and win a prize!

Sat, May 30, 10:00am - 11:30am

Reddick Library - Community Room

Join us to make a DIY Embossed Terra Cotta Pot. Registration is required as spots are limited due to the availability of supplies.

This event is full

Sat, May 30, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.

Mon, Jun 01, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Story Time @ the Woodland

Mon, Jun 01, 9:00am - 10:00am

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain a bag of popcorn and some recipes to make it extra tasty. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of June 1.

Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Nell's Woodland

Join us at Nell’s Woodland for a nature-themed story time.

Babies Go to the Zoo

Mon, Jun 01, 5:15pm - 6:15pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Join us for a sensory exploration of animals of all kinds. This event is for children ages birth to 3 years.

Tue, Jun 02, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Tue, Jun 02, 9:00am - 10:00am

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain a bag of popcorn and some recipes to make it extra tasty. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of June 1.

Tue, Jun 02, 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.

Wed, Jun 03, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Wed, Jun 03, 9:00am - 10:00am

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain a bag of popcorn and some recipes to make it extra tasty. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of June 1.

Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:45am

Reddick Library - Community Room

Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.

Thu, Jun 04, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Thu, Jun 04, 9:00am - 10:00am

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain a bag of popcorn and some recipes to make it extra tasty. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of June 1.

Escape the Game: Jumanji

Thu, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Escape the jungle of Jumanji! Will you be able to solve the riddles and burst out of the game? This event is for children in Grades 2-6.

Resume Workshop

Thu, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Discover the key elements of resumes, learn to fine-tune your resume to meet your needs, and how to best highlight your unique skills. This event is for Adults and Teens.

Fri, Jun 05, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Fri, Jun 05, 9:00am - 10:00am

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain a bag of popcorn and some recipes to make it extra tasty. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of June 1.

Teen Trivia

Fri, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Gather your friends and form a team for this exciting trivia event just for teens. Compete for fantastic prizes and tackle questions with your team. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party

Sat, Jun 06, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Reddick Library

Join us outdoors (weather permitting) for our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party! This event is for children and teens of all ages.

Sat, Jun 06, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Reddick Library

Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome.

Manga Club

Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Reddick Library - Conference Room

Hey manga and anime fans! We’re getting together to talk about our favorite manga (and the anime series they’ve inspired). This month, we’re talking The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn’t a Guy at All!

Board of Trustees Meeting

Mon, Jun 08, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

D&D 101

Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Dungeons, dragons, dice, and DMs? If you’re curious about what it all means and want to join in the fun, or just want a refresher on the basics, come join us for an intro to D&D.

Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

The public is invited to attend the monthly board of trustees meeting.

Tue, Jun 09, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Tue, Jun 09, 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.

Wed, Jun 10, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:45am

Reddick Library - Community Room

Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.

DIY Friendship Charms

Wed, Jun 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Come and make matching friendship charms out of air-dry clay to keep or to gift. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.

Trash to Treasures: T-Shirt Tote Bags

Thu, Jun 11, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Fairy Potions

Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Calling all fairies and magical beings. Join Miss Robin to create fabulously fizzing fairy potions. This event is for children in Grades K-2.

Thu, Jun 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Learn to turn trash into treasure by making a tote bag out of an old T-Shirt. Bring in your own (clean) T-Shirt or use one of ours. This event is for adults.

After Hours Switch Tournament

Fri, Jun 12, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Tech Time

Fri, Jun 12, 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.

Fri, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Come and join us for a pizza party and a Mario Kart tournament on our new Switch 2, sponsored by SOCU!

Cookie Decorating with Nonnies Cookie Co.

Sat, Jun 13, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:30am

Reddick Library - Community Room

Join Kim Gordon from Nonnies Cookie Co. to learn how to decorate delicious cookies. You'll take home your decorated cookies, Kim’s recipes for cookies and icing, and your own decorating tools.

Sat, Jun 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Reddick Library

Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome.

Mystery Monday Book Club - "Daughter of Mine" by Megan Miranda

Mon, Jun 15, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Mon, Jun 15, 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.

Slime-o-rama

Mon, Jun 15, 5:15pm - 6:15pm

Reddick Library

We will be getting messy and mixing up different types of slime to play with. Wear clothing that you don’t mind getting messy. This outdoor event will be held on the Fulton Street side of the library.

Tue, Jun 16, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Tue, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Reddick Library

Join us for some dedicated time to work on your art and spend time with other artists. This monthly adult program is in collaboration with the Ottawa Art League.

Wed, Jun 17, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:45am

Reddick Library - Community Room

Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.

Mini-Greenhouse STEM

Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Design and build a mini-greenhouse where you can watch seeds sprout. This event is for children in Grades 3-6

Voter Registration

Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Reddick Library - Study Room 2

Register to vote during this drop-in event.

Thu, Jun 18, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Fri, Jun 19, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Unplugged Gaming

Fri, Jun 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Step outside, head down to the library, and enjoy some games as they did back in the day--with no technology! We will have the board games and card decks ready for you!

Sat, Jun 20, All day

Children's Department

The Bad Seed and his friends only have 45 minutes to puzzle out their confusing chores. Can you and your team solve the riddles in time to win a prize?

Donuts with Dad

Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Snack on donuts, get crafty, and play games with your favorite dad to celebrate Father’s Day.