• 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.

  • 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.

  • Summer Reading Program Kick Off – Seed Starters!

    Stop in to pick up your Summer Reading Program registration materials and while you're here, grab a seed starter from Wapello County United Way to take home!  Materials available while...

  • SRP – Magician: Mikayla Oz!

    Central Park 101 4th St, Ottumwa, IA, United States

    Kids and families! Join us for our first Summer Reading Program performance, the magical Mikayla Oz! Open to all kids and families, no registration required.

  • 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.

  • 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: Mary Savig

    Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much...

  • 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 seasoned experts...

  • 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.

  • SRP – Wapello County Conservation!

    Central Park 101 4th St, Ottumwa, IA, United States

    Kids and families! Join us for some conservation education with Miss Sara! Open to all kids and families, no registration required.