• 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.

  • Teen Anime/Manga Club

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

  • Family Valentine’s Card Making

    Kids and families! Join us for a Valentine's Day card making event from 10am-12pm in the Ottumwa Public Library meeting room. We will provide cardstock, stamps, pens, markers, stickers, and...

  • 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.

  • Online Author Talk: Tessa Bailey

    Join us online on February 8th at 7 pm as the #1 New York Times bestselling author Tessa Bailey talks about the launch of her new super hot sports romance Fangirl Down.Log in...

  • 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.

  • Library Board Meeting

    Meeting Room

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

  • Coffee & Conversation

    Leigh Michaels joins us today to host a Valentine's card making workshop. Supplies are limited, so RSVP is required. Call the library at 641-682-7563 to RSVP. Coffee and treats will...

  • 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.