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SUMMARY:Exploreum Sparkle Spectactular
DESCRIPTION: Exploreum Sparkle Spectacular A Tree Auction Fundraiser for the Ottawa Exploreum Children’s Museum\n Jeremiah Joe Coffee – 807 LaSalle Street\, Ottawa\, IL Starts: Thursday\, November 7\, 2025 Kickoff: 5:00 PM Bidding closes: Thursday\, November 21\, 2025\n\nGet ready to step into a holiday wonderland at the Exploreum Sparkle Spectacular—a festive fundraiser benefiting the future Exploreum Children’s Museum in Ottawa! Wander through a whimsical display of fully decorated\, themed Christmas trees created. Then\, bid to bring one home!\n\n What’s in store: Dozens of stunning\, one-of-a-kind trees Festive music and cozy vibes Picture-perfect photo ops Delicious drinks & treats Bidding is silent and open through November 21—highest bid wins!\n\nAll proceeds go directly to helping us build the Exploreum—a hands-on\, play-based children’s museum in the heart of Ottawa.\n\n Come sip\, stroll\, and support something TreeMendous
URL:https://ottawadowntownassociation.org/event/exploreum-sparkle-spectactular/
LOCATION:Jeremiah Joe Coffee-Downtown Ottawa\, 807 La Salle St\, Ottawa\, IL\, 61350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Holidays
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SUMMARY:Send Day
DESCRIPTION:When you shop local\, you might just get sent somewhere new! On Send Day\, every time you make a purchase at a participating downtown business\, you’ll get to draw a special chip from the Send Day bucket. Each chip reveals a surprise deal\, discount\, or freebie from another downtown shop\, restaurant\, or boutique.\n\nIt’s a fun and festive way to discover new favorites\, share some local love\, and keep your holiday dollars circulating right here in our community.\n\nHow it works:-Shop at any participating Send Day business.-After checkout\, pull a chip from the Send Day bucket.-Each chip sends you to a different downtown business with a special promo—maybe a free treat\, a discount\, or a surprise gift!\n\nKeep exploring\, redeem your deal\, and enjoy discovering more of downtown Ottawa. The more you shop\, the more surprises you can uncover!
URL:https://ottawadowntownassociation.org/event/send-day/
LOCATION:Downtown Ottawa
CATEGORIES:Downtown Event,Holidays,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Community Christmas Tree Decorating Day
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to deck the park! All Ottawa Community Christmas Tree sponsors are invited to join us on Saturday\, November 15\, from 11 AM–2 PM in Washington Square Park to decorate your tree for the season.\n\nThis is your day to bring your creativity to life — add your weather-resistant ornaments\, ribbons\, and festive touches to make your tree shine! We’ll have your tree and signage ready for you when you arrive\, and our team will be on hand to help with questions as needed.\n\nWhen we’re done\, Washington Square Park will be transformed into a beautiful holiday display for the entire community to enjoy all season long.\n\nEvent Details: Washington Square Park\, Downtown Ottawa Saturday\, November 15 11 AM – 2 PM Trees will remain on display through the Christmas season
URL:https://ottawadowntownassociation.org/event/community-christmas-tree-decorating-day/
LOCATION:Washington Square Park\, 101 E Lafayette St\, Ottawa\, Illinois
CATEGORIES:Community Service,Downtown Event,Fundraising,Holidays,Kid-Friendly
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