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SUMMARY:Songs and Stories
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/songs-and-stories-196/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
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SUMMARY:Reader's Ink Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 selection or call 641-682-7563.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/readers-ink-book-club-52/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T233520Z
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Jr. Day/Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/martin-luther-king-jr-day-library-closed/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20251215T205035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T171839Z
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SUMMARY:Chat\, Craft\, and Create
DESCRIPTION:Adults and teens\, do you enjoy crafting?  Crafting is always more fun when you can craft along with a friend!  Join us in the library meeting room and bring along your current project.  This is an opportunity to meet other crafters\, show off your current or recently finished projects\, and to share crafting knowledge with others!  Whether you knit\, crochet\, diamond paint\, cross stitch\, embroider\, etc.\, as long as your project can travel\, you are welcome to join!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/chat-craft-and-create-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20260105T151908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T161859Z
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SUMMARY:Reminisce Society presented by Larry Stone with Humanities Iowa
DESCRIPTION:Whitetail: Treasure\, Trophy\, or Trouble? Presented by Larry Stone with Humanities Iowa.  Reminisce Society Meetings are free and open to the public. For any questions\, or to be added to the Zoom list\, please call us at 641-682-7563 or email Director Sonja Ferrell at sferrell@ottumwapubliclibrary.org.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/reminisce-society-whitetail-treasure-trophy-or-trouble/
LOCATION:Knights of Columbus\, 123 3rd St W\, Ottumwa\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250727T053525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T160539Z
UID:25321-1769594400-1769598000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Songs and Stories
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/songs-and-stories-198/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250727T053526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T234907Z
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SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club
DESCRIPTION:A book club focusing discussion of non-fiction works.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/nonfiction-book-club-41/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20251227T042037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T163400Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/preschool-storytime-205/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20260114T210412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T211951Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Author Visit - Nicki Wyldes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reading of Zeke and Lulu and the Shrinking Snow by local author\, Nicki Wyldes!  We’ll be following that up with an opportunity to use your imagination and express your creativity!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/childrens-author-visit-nicki-wyldes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20260108T204858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T175045Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Seed Swap Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ottumwa Public Library and volunteers from the United Way of Wapello County for a Seed Swapping Event. For the first time ever we will be sending seed kits to participating libraries across the state!   A great way to get those seeds you need to begin your gardening experience.  Bring your own seeds to swap.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/garden-seed-swap-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250811T191939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T164900Z
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SUMMARY:Music and Movement
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Monday for singing\, dancing\, finger play and stories that build early literacy skills. This program is for children 18 months to 4 years old with an adult caregiver.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/music-and-movement-22/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250727T042016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T234944Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/adult-take-make-craft-giveaway-61/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250727T042016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T234944Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Grab and Go Craft Bags
DESCRIPTION: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 supplies last.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/kids-grab-and-go-craft-bags-27/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250727T053528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T160510Z
UID:25324-1770199200-1770202800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Songs and Stories
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/songs-and-stories-199/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20260122T181842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T230339Z
UID:29774-1770249600-1770508799@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:$1 a Bag Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Ottumwa Public Library will be hosting a mini book sale Thursday\, Feb. 5 through Saturday\, Feb. 7th. For only $1 you can fill a bag with weeded and donated books. We’ll have fiction\, nonfiction\, audio books\, children’s books and for the first time a small section of DVDs for sale available throughout the library. Bring your own reusable grocery bag or grab a Hy-Vee paper bag from the front desk. Stop in from Thursday\, Feb. 5th through Sat. Feb. 7th for a great deal!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/1-a-bag-book-sale/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20251227T042038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T160341Z
UID:29040-1770372000-1770375600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/preschool-storytime-206/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20251208T203419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T230339Z
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SUMMARY:Take Your Child to the Library Day
DESCRIPTION:The first Saturday in February is Take Your Child to the Library Day.  Kids who stop by for a special scavenger hunt get to take home a prize!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/take-your-child-to-the-library-day-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250811T191944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T170435Z
UID:25774-1770633000-1770636600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Music and Movement
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Monday for singing\, dancing\, finger play and stories that build early literacy skills. This program is for children 18 months to 4 years old with an adult caregiver.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/music-and-movement-23/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250727T053536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T233403Z
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SUMMARY:Library Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The monthly meeting of the Ottumwa Public Library’s board.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/library-board-meeting-44/
LOCATION:Meeting Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T181500
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250808T220422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T231907Z
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SUMMARY:Snacks in the Stacks
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the meeting room for some snacks\, then listen to the first chapter (or two) of a book and take a copy home to keep! Registration not required\, limit one book per family\, books available while supplies last.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/snacks-in-the-stacks-25/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250727T053537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T163333Z
UID:25327-1770804000-1770807600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Songs and Stories
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/songs-and-stories-200/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20260113T151922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T230342Z
UID:29539-1770827400-1770831000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Reader's Ink Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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 selection or call 641-682-7563.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/readers-ink-book-club-53/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20260128T201930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T164854Z
UID:29920-1770976800-1770980400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Raising School Ready Readers
DESCRIPTION:Discover simple tricks for busy families that turn everyday routines and experiences into learning opportunities.  You will connect with your child through activities that help develop a love of learning.  This program is brought to you in partnership with Wapello County ISU Extension and Outreach.\nRegistration is required.  To register visit: https://go.iastate.edu/GRMJQI
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/raising-school-ready-readers/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20251223T183513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T230356Z
UID:28954-1771200000-1771286399@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:President's Day/Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/presidents-day-library-closed/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250727T053541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T160351Z
UID:25330-1771408800-1771412400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Songs and Stories
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/songs-and-stories-201/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250811T154902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T221856Z
UID:25745-1771430400-1771434000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Kids Science Club
DESCRIPTION:Kids!  Join us for science club at the library.  We’ll be doing a different STEAM activity or two every month during the school year!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/kids-science-club-15/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20260128T201931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T161838Z
UID:29921-1771581600-1771585200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Raising School Ready Readers
DESCRIPTION:Discover simple tricks for busy families that turn everyday routines and experiences into learning opportunities.  You will connect with your child through activities that help develop a love of learning.  This program is brought to you in partnership with Wapello County ISU Extension and Outreach.\nRegistration is required.  To register visit: https://go.iastate.edu/GRMJQI
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/raising-school-ready-readers-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20260120T234843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T170337Z
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SUMMARY:Painting Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly painting tutorial class from 10-11:30 am. Class limited to 15 participants and registration is required. Patrons can sign up themselves and one other patron multiple spots cannot be booked by one person. Please contact us at 641-682-7563 or email amanning@ottumwapubliclibrary.org to reserve your spot. 
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/painting-class-12/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20260120T234844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T213342Z
UID:29730-1771682400-1771689600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Chat\, Craft\, and Create
DESCRIPTION:Adults and teens\, do you enjoy crafting?  Crafting is always more fun when you can craft along with a friend!  Join us in the library meeting room and bring along your current project.  This is an opportunity to meet other crafters\, show off your current or recently finished projects\, and to share crafting knowledge with others!  Whether you knit\, crochet\, diamond paint\, cross stitch\, embroider\, etc.\, as long as your project can travel\, you are welcome to join!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/chat-craft-and-create-9/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101552
CREATED:20250811T191948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T163336Z
UID:25776-1771842600-1771846200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Music and Movement
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Monday for singing\, dancing\, finger play and stories that build early literacy skills. This program is for children 18 months to 4 years old with an adult caregiver.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/music-and-movement-25/
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