• Teen Anime/Manga Club

    Join us in the OPL meeting room for all things anime and manga!

  • Grow with Google Class

    Join us Monday, October 9 at 10 am for our first class with Iowa Grow with Google coach Lindsey Newland as she teaches us the basics for Google services. The...

  • Library Board Meeting

    Meeting Room

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

  • Coffee & Conversation

    Seniors are invited to this once a month social hour to get to know new friends, socialize and hear speakers that are relevant to their community. Coffee and treats will...

  • Online Author Talk: Rick Steves

    Join guidebook author and TV host Rick Steves as he shares the latest in smart European travel. In this entertaining, information-packed slideshow lecture, Rick will teach you the secrets of safe, smart, inexpensive travel — low...

  • Snacks in the Stacks

    Join us downstairs in the children's area for some snacks, then listen to the first chapter of a book and take a copy home to keep! Registration not required, limit...

  • 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 Bag

    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...

  • 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.

  • Ottumwa Public Library Friends Meeting

    This is the semi-annual meeting for the Ottumwa Public Library Friends Group.  They will meet in the meeting room at the library.  Please call Sonja Ferrell at 641-682-7563 with any...

  • 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...

  • 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 children are welcome.