• 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 at 10:00AM or 11:00AM for songs, rhymes, singing and dancing! This storytime is aimed at kids 0-4 with a caregiver, but all children are welcome.

  • 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...

  • Iowa Conservation Education Coalition: Seed Activity

    Central Park, W 4th St, Ottumwa, IA 52501, USA

    Kids! Join us for a seed activity from the Iowa Conservation Education Coalition! Open to all kids and families, no registration required.Location: Central ParkW 4th StOttumwa, IA 52501

  • 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.

  • Online Author Talk with Charles Soule

    Join us on our Online Library Speaker Consortium for a talk with the author of Daredevil  & She-Hulk, Charles Soule! Sign up online for July 15th at 1 pm.

  • Adult Coloring Party

    Join us to relax and color in the library Meeting Room. Coloring materials and pages will be provided. This month's party will be hosted by NAMI Iowa!

  • Absolute Science: Explore Science Stations

    Central Park, W 4th St, Ottumwa, IA 52501, USA

    Kids! Join us for science stations from Absolute Science and explore awesome scientific demonstrations! Open to all kids and families, no registration required.Location: Central ParkW 4th StOttumwa, IA 52501

  • 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.