Monthly Kit: Summer

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.

Registration is now closed

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.

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.

Mon, Jun 22, 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?

Homeschool Art

Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Reddick Library

Get ready to get messy! We will be exploring different ways to paint--bubbles, splattering, unusual paint brushes, and more! This event will be held outdoors on the Fulton Street side of the library.

Dungeons & Dragons

Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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.

Tue, Jun 23, 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 23, 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.

LEGO Club

Tue, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Make a pet-themed creation with library LEGO pieces and have your build displayed afterwards in the Children’s Department. This event is for children of all ages.

Wed, Jun 24, 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 24, 10:00am - 10:45am

Reddick Library - Community Room

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

Teatime Tutorial

Wed, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Reddick Library

Black, herbal, oolong? Come test out different varieties of tea and find a new favorite. We will also learn how to take an afternoon teatime. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.

Tinker Time - Loose Parts Nature Art

Thu, Jun 25, 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 25, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Create beautiful summer art using found items from nature. This event is for children in Preschool to Grade 2.

Grilling and Summer Salads

Thu, Jun 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Join Susan Glassman, University of Illinois Extension’s Health and Wellness Educator, to learn how to make healthy and delicious meals on the grill and tasty summer salads. This event is for adults.

Fri, Jun 26, 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?

Cringy Cosplay

Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Come show off your character creations in a low-pressure cosplay hangout.

Sat, Jun 27, 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 27, 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.

Stacks & Snacks Cinema - "Elio"

Mon, Jun 29, 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 29, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Enjoy the out-of-this-world animated adventure of "Elio" (rated PG with a run time of 100 minutes) while you snack on some popcorn and make some crafts. This event is for children of all ages.

Tue, Jun 30, 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 30, 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, Jun 30, 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.

Wed, Jul 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?

Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:45am

Reddick Library - Community Room

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

Heartstopper Hype Party

Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Reddick Library

Hangout with fellow fans for Heartstopper crafts, trivia, and activities. Get caught up, finish your rereads, and get your name on the waitlist for the newest. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.

Thu, Jul 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?

TikTok Recipe Trends

Thu, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Create viral recipes as seen on TikTok! Registration is required due to the availability of supplies. This event is for children in Grades 3-6.

Fri, Jul 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?

America250: Hamilton

Fri, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary by watching the filmed production of the Broadway hit, Hamilton (Rated PG with a run time of 160 minutes.) Join us to enjoy some snacks, sips, and sing-a-longs.

Library Closed

Sat, Jul 04, All day

Reddick Library

Reddick Library is closed for the 4th of July holiday.

Mon, Jul 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?

Story Time @ the Woodland

Mon, Jul 06, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain summer recipes and a summery charm. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron.

Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am

Nell's Woodland

Enjoy stories, music, and a craft followed by a short hike through the park, weather permitting. Be sure to dress for the weather! This event is for children of all ages.

America250: Boston Tea-n Party

Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Reddick Library

Come celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with a Revolutionary Tea Party. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.

Babies Go to the Beach

Mon, Jul 06, 5:15pm - 6:15pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Join us for a sensory exploration of the ocean! This event is for children ages 0-3 years.

Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain summer recipes and a summery charm. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron.

Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 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?

Wed, Jul 08, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain summer recipes and a summery charm. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron.

DIY Permanent Marker Tie-Dye

Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:45am

Reddick Library - Community Room

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

Wed, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

Come and design your own tie-dye shirt using permanent markers and rubbing alcohol. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.

Thu, Jul 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?

Thu, Jul 09, 9:00am - 7:00pm

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain summer recipes and a summery charm. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron.

After Hours Bingo

Thu, Jul 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

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. Doors will open at 6:45pm. This event is for adults.

Fri, Jul 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?

Shark Week Screening - "Jaws" rated PG

Fri, Jul 10, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Reddick Library

This month’s kit will contain summer recipes and a summery charm. Kits are available while supplies last and are limited to one per patron.

Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Reddick Library - Community Room

It’s Shark Week! Bring a beach towel to lounge on while we watch Jaws (Rated PG) and celebrate with some sea-themed activities. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.

Sat, Jul 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?

Sat, Jul 11, 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 - "Blue Lock"

Sat, Jul 11, 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 "Blue Lock." This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.