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Adult Coloring Party

Join us to relax and color in the library Meeting Room. Coloring materials and pages will be provided.

Kids Computer Programming Class

Kids!  Join us for a computer programming class from Computer Software Development Instructor from Indian Hills Community College, James Warner!  He will be teaching hands-on programming skills, as well as...

Online Author Talk: Dan Santat

Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels. His...

Teen Computer Programming Class

Teens!  Join us for a computer programming class from Computer Software Development Instructor from Indian Hills Community College, James Warner!  He will be teaching hands-on programming skills, as well as...

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.

Songs and Stories

Join us every Wednesday in June and July at 11:00AM for songs, rhymes, singing and dancing! This storytime is aimed at kids 0-4 with a caregiver, but all children are...

End of SRP Carnival!

Join us for games, crafts, and outdoor fun to celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program! This free event is open to all kids and families, no registration required.

Online Author Talk: Dr. Jennifer Levasseur

You’re invited to virtually step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum curator Dr. Jennifer...

Library Board Meeting

Meeting Room

The monthly meeting of the Ottumwa Public Library's board.

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 while...

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 month's...