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Summer Reading Kick-Off Party

2026-06-06 11:00:00 2026-06-06 13:00:00 America/Chicago Summer Reading Kick-Off Party Join us outdoors (weather permitting) for our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party! This event is for children and teens of all ages. Reddick Library -

Saturday, June 06
11:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-06 11:00:00 2026-06-06 13:00:00 America/Chicago Summer Reading Kick-Off Party Join us outdoors (weather permitting) for our Summer Reading Kick-Off Party! This event is for children and teens of all ages. Reddick Library -

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

Among the fun will be face painting, games, crafts, snacks, and more! And best of all, you can stop into the library between all the fun and sign up for Summer Reading! Our theme this year is: Plant a Seed, Read! All the fun will be held on the Washington and Fulton Street side of the library (weather permitting- in case of rain, the event will be held indoors in the Community Room).

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: | Teens | Kids | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading | Social | Other | Games and Activities | Drop In | Arts and Crafts |

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Escape the Study Room Game - Mission to the Moon
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!
Escape the Study Room Game - Mission to the Moon
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.
The Loop Group
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
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Library Closed
Mon, May 25, All day
Reddick Library
Reddick Library is closed for Memorial Day
Escape the Study Room Game - Mission to the Moon
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!
Ready, Set, Read!
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.”
Escape the Study Room Game - Mission to the Moon
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!
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Escape the Study Room Game - Mission to the Moon
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.
Escape the Study Room Game - Mission to the Moon
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!
Improving Online Health Literacy - A Digit-ILL Training
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.
Escape the Study Room Game - Mission to the Moon
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!
Crafter Hours: Embossed Terra Cotta Pots
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
The Loop Group
Sat, May 30, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Learn to knit or crochet in a friendly environment with knowledgeable people.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Monthly Kit: Movie Night
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.
Story Time @ the Woodland
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.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Monthly Kit: Movie Night
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.
Ready, Set, Read!
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.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Monthly Kit: Movie Night
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.
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Monthly Kit: Movie Night
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. 
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Monthly Kit: Movie Night
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
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Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
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.
The Loop Group
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
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Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
The public is invited to attend the monthly board of trustees meeting.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Ready, Set, Read!
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.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Shake, Rattle, Read!
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.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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.
Trash to Treasures: T-Shirt Tote Bags
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.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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.
After Hours Switch Tournament
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!
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Cookie Decorating with Nonnies Cookie Co.
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.
The Loop Group
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.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Mystery Monday Book Club - "Daughter of Mine" by Megan Miranda
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.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Ready, Set, Read!
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.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Shake, Rattle, Read!
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.
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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?
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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!
Escape the Study Room Game: Bad Seed, Good Egg
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.
The Loop Group
Sat, Jun 20, 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.
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