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Girls Who Code Club
2026-12-05 15:00:00 2026-12-05 16:00:00 America/Chicago Girls Who Code Club This event is not just for girls, but uses the Girls Who Code curriculum. This month’s meet-up will introduce the Python coding language. This event is for children and teens in Grades 3-12. Children's Department -

Saturday, December 05
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-12-05 15:00:00 2026-12-05 16:00:00 America/Chicago Girls Who Code Club This event is not just for girls, but uses the Girls Who Code curriculum. This month’s meet-up will introduce the Python coding language. This event is for children and teens in Grades 3-12. Children's Department -

This event is not just for girls, but uses the Girls Who Code curriculum. This month’s meet-up will introduce the Python coding language. This event is for children and teens in Grades 3-12.

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 |

EVENT TYPE: | Technology | Games and Activities |

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Mon, Nov 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 14 9:00AM to 5:00PM
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Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
"This Is Happiness" by Niall Williams will be discussed at this patron-led book group.
Leaf Thief Squirrel Collage
Thu, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Listen to "The Leaf Thief" by Alice Hemming, then create a collage featuring the squirrel character from the book. This event is for children in Grades K-3.
Bingo
Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Have a blast at bingo with chances to win gift card prizes. This free event is for adults.
Tech Time
Fri, Nov 13, 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.
DIY No-sew Buddies
Fri, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Come and join us to make a cute study buddy out of socks and rice. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Sat, Nov 14, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
The Loop Group
Sat, Nov 14, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome. This event is for adults.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Sun, Nov 15, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Hunger Games Hype
Sun, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
"Sunrise on the Reaping" is on the horizon, and we’re gathering the citizens of Panem for a day of Hunger Games prep. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Mon, Nov 16, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Mystery Monday Book Club - "Wild Dark Shore" by Charlotte McConaghy
Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
New members are always welcome to join this librarian-led book group. Copies of the book will be available for check out from the library. This event is for adults.
Dungeons & Dragons
Mon, Nov 16, 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.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Tue, Nov 17, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
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 - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Wed, Nov 18, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Nintendo Switch Tournament
Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Come and join us for a Mario Kart tournament with our Nintendo Switch 2. Registration is required for this event. This event is for children in Grades 3-6.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Thu, Nov 19, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
World Traveler's Book Club
Thu, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Travel the world through stories during this monthly book club for children in Grades K-3.
Food for Thought Book Club - "Half Baked Harvest Quick & Cozy" by Tieghan Gerard
Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
New members are always welcome to join. Participants will be asked to make a recipe out of the cookbook prior to each meeting and discuss their opinion of the results. This event is for adults
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Fri, Nov 20, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Gamer's Lounge
Fri, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
It’s Friday, time to hang out and play games! We will have board and card games ready for you. You can also bring your own Switch or take a turn on our Switch 2. This event is for Grades 7-12.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Sat, Nov 21, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Dinosaur Discovery
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Celebrate Dinovember with us! Join us for a variety of dinosaur-themed activities, crafts, and snacks. Dino-wear is encouraged but not required. This event is for children and teens of all ages.
The Loop Group
Sat, Nov 21, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome. This event is for adults.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Sun, Nov 22, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Mon, Nov 23, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Tue, Nov 24, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages 3-5 years.
Turkey Hideout STEM
Tue, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Design and build a structure to keep a turkey safe from becoming Thanksgiving dinner! This event is for children in Grades Preschool-2.
Yappers Book Club
Tue, Nov 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
Need a place to study or somewhere to hang out with friends? Bring schoolwork, a project, or a book to read for fun! This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
LEGO Club
Tue, Nov 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Use library LEGO pieces and display your build in the Children’s Department. This month’s theme is “Grateful”. This event is for children of all ages.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Wed, Nov 25, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Library Closes at 5pm
Wed, Nov 25, All day
Reddick Library
Reddick Library will close at 5pm.
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:45am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Library Closed for Thanksgiving
Thu, Nov 26, All day
Reddick Library
Reddick Library is closed for Thanksgiving.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Fri, Nov 27, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Sat, Nov 28, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Crafter Hours - Winter Tree Button Art
Sat, Nov 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us to make a wintery tree out of buttons to display this season. Registration is required as spots are limited due to the availability of supplies.
The Loop Group
Sat, Nov 28, 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. This event is for adults.
Escape the Study Room - Pumpkin Pie Paradox
Sun, Nov 29, All day
Children's Department
A customer wants a pumpkin pie just like the first Thanksgiving from your bakery. Can you and your crew decode a recipe in time?
Cosplay Club
Sun, Nov 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Come show off your character creations in a low-pressure cosplay hangout. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
Homeschool Art
Mon, Nov 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Reddick Library - Community Room
We will be weaving with yarn! Funding for this event was provided in part by the "Illinois Arts Council" and the "Starved Rock Country Community Foundation." This event is for children of all ages.
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Dec 01, 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.
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Dec 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Reddick Library - Community Room
Stories, songs, and a craft for children ages birth to 3 years.
Sensory Friendly Santa Visit
Wed, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Santa is coming to the library! Play with a variety of toys, do some coloring, and read books in a low-light, low-sound environment while you wait your turn to chat and take pictures with Santa.
Skiing Squirrel Directed Drawing
Thu, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Reddick Library
Squirrels can jump up to 5 feet high! Imagine how much fun they could have skiing. Join Miss Robin as she guides you to draw a skiing squirrel. This event is for children in Grades 3-6.
OTHS Choir Concert
Fri, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Come and enjoy the beautiful harmonies of the Ottawa Township High School Choir with us. This event is for all ages.
The Loop Group
Sat, Dec 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join fellow fiber artists for some craft time and conversation. Limited assistance and supplies may be available. All experience levels are welcome. This event is for adults.
Manga Club
Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
We’re getting together to talk about our favorite manga (and the anime series they’ve inspired). This month, we’re talking, "You and I are Polar Opposites." This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
Girls Who Code Club
Sat, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Department
This event is not just for girls, but uses the Girls Who Code curriculum. This month’s meet-up will introduce the Python coding language. This event is for children and teens in Grades 3-12.
Holiday Card Workshop
Sun, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Join us to make a holiday card you can give to friends and family. We will provide the supplies and some examples but feel free to be creative with your own ideas. This is a drop-in event for adults.
Monthly Kit: Cardamom
Mon, Dec 07, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes and a sample of ground cardamom. Kits are available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of December 7.
Story Time @ the Woodland
Mon, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nell's Woodland
Join us at Nell’s Woodland for a nature themed story time. Enjoy stories, music and a craft followed by a short hike through the park. This event is for children of all ages. Registration is required.
Monthly Kit: Cardamom
Tue, Dec 08, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes and a sample of ground cardamom. Kits are available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of December 7.
Ready, Set, Read!
Tue, Dec 08, 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.
Monthly Kit: Cardamom
Wed, Dec 09, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes and a sample of ground cardamom. Kits are available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of December 7.
Shake, Rattle, Read!
Wed, Dec 09, 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, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Conference Room
"Code of the Woosters" by P. G. Wodehouse will be discussed at this patron-led book group.
Monthly Kit: Cardamom
Thu, Dec 10, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes and a sample of ground cardamom. Kits are available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of December 7.
Holiday Sweater Bingo
Thu, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Have a blast at bingo with chances to win gift card prizes. This free event is for adults. Feel free to wear your favorite festive sweater to show some holiday spirit. Doors open at 5:45pm
Monthly Kit: Cardamom
Fri, Dec 11, All day
Reddick Library
This month’s kit will contain recipes and a sample of ground cardamom. Kits are available as supplies last and are limited to one per patron. Available the week of December 7.
Tech Time
Fri, Dec 11, 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.
DIY Snail Mail Station
Fri, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Reddick Library - Community Room
Time to catch up on your correspondence the “old-fashioned” way: mailing letters. Join us and write letters to your friends and family at our stationery setup. This event is for teens in Grades 7-12.
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