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The Illinois Valley Symphony Orchestra will kick off its season Saturday, Sept. 27. Bill's Barktober Fest is also happening Saturday in downtown Ottawa.
‘Lincoln’s Ottawa: Stories from Valley View’ take guests on a tour of several historic sites in the Illinois Valley related to Abraham Lincoln.
Meet Rachel Mershon The 94-year-old volunteer who’s logged nearly 10,000 hours at Starved Rock
Try the Mega Hike at Starved Rock State Park.
Hennepin unveils 'Grazing Cattle' sculpture and Kevin Coleman Bridge on Sept 20, 2025, highlighting local art and community connection on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Check out these photos by Kyle Russell.
The final Third Friday event of the season is Friday, Sept. 19 in downtown Ottawa. Princeton's Artisan
The BBQ & Blues Fest is set for Friday, Sept. 12, while the Jazz'N the Street Festival is Saturday, Sept. 13.
Plein air painting, which derives its name from the French term for “painting outdoors,” originated in the 19th century when artists began leaving their studios to capture natural light and scenery firsthand.
The Sumthins will perform at Ottawa's Washington Square Park on Saturday night.