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Music and Movement
Join us every Monday for singing, dancing, finger play and stories that build early literacy skills. This program is for children 18 months to 4 years old with…
Reminisce Society: Wonders of Buxton
The Reminisce Society meets once a month in the Spring and Fall to hear topics concerning Iowa History. This group is free and open to the public. For any…
Kids Science Club
Kids! Join us for science club at the library. We’ll be doing a different STEAM activity or two every month during the school year! Open to all elementary aged…
Songs and Stories
Join us every Wednesday at 10:00AM for songs, rhymes, singing and dancing! This storytime is aimed at kids 0-4 with a caregiver, but all children are welcome.
Kids Halloween Party!
Kids! Come in your Halloween costumes for crafts, games, and to trick or treat at the desks! Open to all kids and families, no registration required.
Preschool Storytime
Join us for storytime where we’ll be reading stories, singing, rhyming, and doing a craft. This storytime is aimed at children aged 3-5 but older or younger…
Teen Anti-Boredom Club
Teens! Are you looking for a place to chill, create, and connect with friends? The Teen Anti-Boredom Club is your ultimate after-school destination! We are…
Music and Movement
Join us every Monday for singing, dancing, finger play and stories that build early literacy skills. This program is for children 18 months to 4 years old with…
Online Author Talk: Asha Frost
In a fast-paced world that often leaves us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected, true healing does not come from looking outward—it begins within. Join us for…
Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway
Our next Adult Take and Make Craft give away is today! Drop by anytime today to pick up a craft bag kit, limit two per patron while supplies last.
Kids Grab and Go Craft Bags
Kids! Join us for another grab and go craft bag event. Stop by the children’s desks to pick up a craft bag. No registration required, craft bags are available…
Songs and Stories
Join us every Wednesday at 10:00AM for songs, rhymes, singing and dancing! This storytime is aimed at kids 0-4 with a caregiver, but all children are welcome.
Sit and Stitch
Join us at the library for community and crafting! Bring your yarn project and get to know other crafters! Learning how to knit or crochet? You’ll find some…
Preschool Storytime
Join us for storytime where we’ll be reading stories, singing, rhyming, and doing a craft. This storytime is aimed at children aged 3-5 but older or younger…
Teen Anti-Boredom Club
Teens! Are you looking for a place to chill, create, and connect with friends? The Teen Anti-Boredom Club is your ultimate after-school destination! We are…
Music and Movement
Join us every Monday for singing, dancing, finger play and stories that build early literacy skills. This program is for children 18 months to 4 years old with…
Library Board Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Ottumwa Public Library’s board.
Online Author Talk: Kelly & Zach Weinersmith
Join us for an out-of-this-world virtual conversation with New York Times bestselling authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith as they dive into their book, A City…
Library Closed in honor of Veteran’s Day
Reader’s Ink Book Club
We read a new book each month and discuss together on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Ottumwa Public Library. Ask at the Circulation desk for this…
Preschool Storytime
Join us for storytime where we’ll be reading stories, singing, rhyming, and doing a craft. This storytime is aimed at children aged 3-5 but older or younger…
Teen Anti-Boredom Club
Teens! Are you looking for a place to chill, create, and connect with friends? The Teen Anti-Boredom Club is your ultimate after-school destination! We are…
Music and Movement
Join us every Monday for singing, dancing, finger play and stories that build early literacy skills. This program is for children 18 months to 4 years old with…
Reminisce Society: Butter Sculpting: An Artists Journey
The Reminisce Society meets once a month in the Spring and Fall to hear topics concerning Iowa History. This group is free and open to the public. For any…