Events

Learn the process of making inks and watercolors from plants as well as othermaterials. Take home at least one bottle of ink, recipes and reading suggestions. All ages welcome. BYOB for 21+. Admission $45. All sales final  

Kick off the holiday season in the Middle of Everywhere with a magical weekend full of festive fun! Happenings All Weekend Long Downtown Ottawa Christmas Open Houses Ornament Hunt & Lamp Light Carolers (Friday) King Carriage Rides (Friday 4-9 PM) Freshly Baked Cobbler by the Ottawa Boy

UpByn00n started first as a lifestyle with a mission as simple as its name, to make it out of bed at a time functional adults do (before noon). As we grew, the music has grown with us tackling issues like feeling trapped in your own life and

Hear history go BOOM as you learn about weaponry of the 18th century. During this Living History Encounter, you will see live demonstrations of various weapons from Alexander Hamilton's New York Provincial Company of Artillery as well as meet voyageurs and settlers who journeyed to this land

This ongoing program runs from Wednesday, Nov. 12, to Wednesday, Jan. 7. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. Only 0.007% of the planets water is available to fuel and feed its 8 billion people. Brad Temkin's photography puts visitors face to face with

Get ready to unleash your inner superstar! Start your weekend on a high note with delicious food, a self-serve beer wall, craft cocktails, and awesome giveaways! Don’t miss out on the fun – bring your friends and let’s make some unforgettable memories!

Create your own beautiful stained glass art. Learn how to cut & break glass as you create your own project using the copper foil method. The session will deal with type & quality of glass, appropriate tools, cutting techniques and assembling. Each person will leave the class

Join us at the Museum's Indoor Auditorium on Friday, November 14th from 5:30-9pm and sample over 35 hand crafted beers, ciders, seltzers & more!There will be local and regional craft brewers on hand to share their products and knowledge. Attending brewers and brews will be posted soon

It's the holiday season! Chances are good that you'll feast on turkey sometime soon. This program will provide you with turkey talking points so you can get through those celebratory meals without having to resort to talking about the weather. You'll learn natural history, fun facts and

Wrapped Pants Workshop with Jacqueline JoAnn. All Materials ProvidedCome join us for a fun and creative sewing class where you'll make your very own reversible wrapped pants! These stylish and comfortable pants are perfect for lounging, layering, or showing off your unique flairand the best part? They're

Start the day off right with yoga and a hike! This program includes a 35- to 45-minute all-levels yoga session and a 35- to 45-minute hike along our scenic trails. Ages 14 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required by

How much do you know about Illinois' state mammal, the white-tailed deer? Join a naturalist to examine different parts of deer and their current and historical uses. We will then hit the trails to look for sights and signs of deer. Registration required by Friday, Nov. 14:

*Please note- you will need to bring your own iPad with the Procreate app downloaded for this class. Having an Apple Pencil will make the activities easier but is not 100% necessary. Please make sure all devices are charged before class.*Have you downloaded the Procreate app excited

Start your morning with an unparalleled view of the Four Rivers bird feeders! View the resident birds and new winter arrivals indoors from the exhibit room and the Grand Hall. Enjoy provided warm beverages and muffins. Need more than a muffin? Bring your breakfast. A naturalist will

Settle in for a relaxing evening of creativity at Craft + Chill: Painting & Drawing, a laid-back night designed for anyone who loves to make art in good company.Well have a variety of materials ready for you canvases, tote bags, wood pieces, and more to paint on

Pound for pound, Brad Williams is the funniest comedian in the country right now, and has become one of the most in-demand comedians working today. Williams started doing stand-up comedy as a teenager and has been touring successfully ever since, routinely selling out prestigious venues all over

Answer the call of your wild child by getting outside with this monthly nature-themed program geared toward children ages 3 to 5. Join a naturalist for hands-on activities such as games, stories, crafts, hikes and more! The last Friday of each month we will have something new

Let Princeton be your destination of choice to help find those perfect Christmas gifts this holiday season! Our fabulous retailers will be open late until 7:00 pm or later on Friday evening, 4:00 pm or later on Saturday, and open Sunday 11:00 am - 12:00 pm to

Meet the artists! This is a free event open to everyone, come see the work from artists of the Ottawa Art League. Free to attend. Refreshments and appetizers provided.

On November 5th, the sky gifted us with a shimmering spectacle. The full “Beaver Moon” rises, shining a little brighter and closer than usual. This November full moon is also a supermoon, appearing larger and brighter than typical! There’s something deeply magical about this lunar energy right

A professed fan of all things Christmas, Chris Young is excited to announce his first-ever holiday tour – “It Must Be Christmas – An Acoustic Evening with Chris Young.”   Praised as “one of the genre’s most beloved performers”, Young will be sharing the spirit of the

Shopping, Heartland Bank sponsored Carriage Rides, Hot Cocoa & Cookies provided by New Hope Church, Extended Shopping Hours and Special Events: Christkindlmarkt November 22nd | Open Prairie Church | 9:30AM-2PM Handmade for the Holidays November 22nd 10AM-4PM & 23rd 12PM-4PM Artisan Market at Prairie Arts Center Gallery

This program will be offered Saturday, Nov. 22, and Sunday, Nov. 23. Program hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The State of Water: Our Most Valuable Resource is here at Four Rivers! Come check out this fantastic exhibit and then with a renewed appreciation for water

For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo—known worldwide as the Long Island Medium—has touched the lives of millions of fans, comforting supporters when they need it most. Now, Joliet fans will get their chance at healing when the acclaimed medium and beloved personality appears live at the

This program will be offered Saturday, Nov. 22, and Sunday, Nov. 23. Program hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The State of Water: Our Most Valuable Resource is here at Four Rivers! Come check out this fantastic exhibit and then with a renewed appreciation for water