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We the People: A Traveling Exhibit Procession

9/11 was a tragic day for our country. Educating younger generations about this tragedy bridges the gap of first-hand experience and fosters and understanding of its lasting impact on our […]

Free

4th of July Fireworks

Ottawa Township High School 211 E Main St, OTTAWA, IL, United States

One of central Illinois LARGEST and most SPECTACULAR light shows! Our unique venue offers views from the high school bleachers to the bluffs along the Illinois & Fox Rivers either […]

Free

“We the People” A Traveling Exhibit

Illinois Valley Community College- Ottawa Campus 321 W. Main Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

9/11 was a tragic day for our country. Educating younger generations about this tragedy bridges the gap of first-hand experience and fosters and understanding of its lasting impact on our […]

Free

We the People: A Traveling Exhibit Grand Opening Ceremony

Illinois Valley Community College- Ottawa Campus 321 W. Main Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

9/11 was a tragic day for our country. Educating younger generations about this tragedy bridges the gap of first-hand experience and fosters and understanding of its lasting impact on our […]

Free

Ottawa Downtown Association Annual Meeting

Cat's Eye Wine Bar 724 LaSalle Street, Ottawa, IL, United States

Calling all downtown Ottawa business owners. Join the ODA for an informational meeting for the upcoming holiday season and events. We will be announcing the window decorating contest theme, giving […]

Ottawa Scarecrow Fest

Downtown Ottawa

The long-standing Ottawa Scarecrow Fest returns to Downtown Ottawa with activities for the entire family. Stroll from Washington Park to the Jordan block visiting craft vendors, trying a great variety […]

Community Christmas Tree Ornament Making Event

Jordan Block 101-123 W Main St,, Ottawa, IL, United States

Help us decorate the Community Christmas Tree at the Chris Kringle Market! We invite the community to be a part of something truly special—decorating the community Christmas tree with the […]

Ottawa Fall Fest and Parade

Downtown Ottawa

We are preparing a Fall parade on Sunday, September 29th, at 1:00 PM. The route will be determined. We are looking for organizations and schools to decorate floats on the […]

Help Us Decorate the Community Christmas Tree!

Open Space Art Gallery & Studio 223 W Madison St, Ottawa, Illinois

Families are invited to create unique ornaments from recycled materials to adorn this year’s community Christmas tree at the Chris Kringle Market. Our tree theme, "Gingerbread Lane," will shine even […]