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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-101/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231221
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
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SUMMARY:Kids Grab and Go Craft Bag
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-bag-13/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231221
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
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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-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231219T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T233407Z
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SUMMARY:Speculative Literature Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Speculative Literature Book Club focuses on literary science fiction and fantasy.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/speculative-literature-book-club-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20231121T153333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T204833Z
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SUMMARY:Gift Wrapping Party
DESCRIPTION:Can’t find your tape or scissors for those last minute presents this holiday season? We’ve got you covered! Join us for our family wrapping event December 16th in the library meeting room. We’ll provide the wrapping paper\, tape\, labels\, and scissors\, you bring the presents. Open to all ages\, no registration required.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/gift-wrapping-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20231115T163350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T161843Z
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SUMMARY:December 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/december-painting-class/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T224836Z
UID:1271-1702652400-1702659600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Teen craft club
DESCRIPTION:Teens and tweens!  Join us in the meeting room on the third Friday of each month for crafts!  No registration required.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/teen-craft-club-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231215T100000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T153343Z
UID:1270-1702630800-1702634400@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-31/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T233351Z
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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-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230601T150338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T160403Z
UID:1660-1702461600-1702465200@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-100/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230823T201903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T230337Z
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SUMMARY:Snacks in the Stacks
DESCRIPTION: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 one book per family\, books available while supplies last.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/snacks-in-the-stacks-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20231030T150338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T194839Z
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SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: Stephanie Land
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to an afternoon chat with New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Land as she talks to us about her new memoir\, Class: A Memoir of Motherhood\, Hunger\, and Higher Education. \nJoin us online at: https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-stephanie-land/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T163407Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Coffee and Conversation Tuesday\, December 12th at 10:30am. This month we’ll be hosting Sean Six’s Beginners Genealogy Class. He’s got tips and tricks for us and there will be plenty of time for questions on how to get started researching your family history. As always coffee and treats will be provided! We hope to see you there.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/coffee-conversation-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T220338Z
UID:1266-1702310400-1702314000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The monthly meeting of the Ottumwa Public Library’s board.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/library-board-meeting-8/
LOCATION:Meeting Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20231115T163348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231209T203343Z
UID:6836-1702130400-1702135800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Adult Coloring Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us to relax and color in the library Meeting Room. Coloring materials  and pages will be provided.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/adult-coloring-party-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20231120T230408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T210425Z
UID:6992-1702047600-1702051200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Do Art Productions - Comic Book Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Kids and teens!  Join us for a comic book workshop from Do Art Productions!  You’ll be encouraged to think out of the box and get in touch with your creative side.  Don’t miss this exciting program at 3pm in the meeting room!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/do-art-productions-comic-book-workshop/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T100000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T154840Z
UID:1265-1702026000-1702029600@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-30/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230601T150337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T164833Z
UID:1659-1701856800-1701860400@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-99/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231207
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20231120T220330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T231911Z
UID:6985-1701820800-1701907199@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Kids Grab and Go Craft Bag
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-bag-12/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231207
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T231912Z
UID:1264-1701820800-1701907199@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
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-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20231030T150337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T000332Z
UID:6417-1701799200-1701802800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: Victoria Aveyard
DESCRIPTION:Join us as the instant #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Red Queen and Realm Breaker series\, Victoria Aveyard\, chats with us about YA fantasy fiction\, world-building\, and her incredible body of work!  \nLog in online at: https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-victoria-aveyard/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T153000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20231103T171850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T203334Z
UID:6532-1701525600-1701531000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Abraham Lincoln: A New Birth of Freedom
DESCRIPTION:A first-person historical portrayal by President Abraham Lincoln\, sharing about the history of the United States during his time.  Mr. Lincoln is portrayed by Kevin Wood\, a professional Lincoln presenter who bears a remarkable resemblance to “the Great Emancipator” and who is very knowledgeable about his life and times. Mr. Wood has appeared as Lincoln nearly 2\,000 times in 33 states and two foreign countries.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/abraham-lincoln-a-new-birth-of-freedom/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T211954Z
UID:1262-1701439200-1701446400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Teen Anime/Manga Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the OPL meeting room for all things anime and manga!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/teen-anime-manga-club-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T100000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T153435Z
UID:1261-1701421200-1701424800@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-29/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T000718Z
UID:1260-1701365400-1701369000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club
DESCRIPTION:A book club focusing discussion of non-fiction works.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/nonfiction-book-club-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20231030T150336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T205213Z
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SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: Naomi Alderman
DESCRIPTION:Bestselling and award-winning author\, Naomi Alderman will join us to talk about her new book\, The Future. This new novel delivers a dazzling tour de force where a handful of friends plot a daring heist to save the world from the tech giants whose greed threatens life as we know it. \nLog in to join at: https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-naomi-alderman/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230809T160516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T224849Z
UID:3596-1701273600-1701277200@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-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230601T150336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T161936Z
UID:1658-1701252000-1701255600@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-98/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230815T210327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T163447Z
UID:3771-1701165600-1701169200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Reminisce Society: Bob Swanson
DESCRIPTION:Bob Swanson: “History and Culture of the Sauk and Meskwaki in Iowa  ” Presented at the Knights of Columbus Hall and virtually Via Zoom meeting. Call us at 641-682-7563 or email Director Sonja Ferrell at sferrell@ottumwapubliclibrary.org to be added to the Zoom meeting.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/reminisce-society-bob-swanson/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231125
DTSTAMP:20260407T072251
CREATED:20230523T162515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T230431Z
UID:1257-1700784000-1700870399@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closed in honor of Thanksgiving Holiday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/library-closed-in-honor-of-thanksgiving-holiday-2/
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