BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ottumwa Public Library - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ottumwa Public Library X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ottumwa Public Library REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230915T161104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T231912Z UID:5286-1731517200-1731520800@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-19/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230915T161104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T162201Z UID:5285-1731492000-1731495600@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-20/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240816T213951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T224840Z UID:14226-1731431700-1731434400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org 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-13/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241112 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20231127T161936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T231908Z UID:7161-1731283200-1731369599@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Library Closed in honor of Veteran's Day DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/library-closed-in-honor-of-veterans-day-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20241031T170433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T163623Z UID:16544-1731146400-1731150000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Wisdom & Wonder: Multi-generational Storytime DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this special Saturday storytime on Saturday\, at 10AM at The Haven!  Do you have loved ones living in The Haven at Pennsylvania Place?  This would be the perfect storytime for your family to attend!  Any little ones (and their grown-ups) in the community are welcome!  Pennsylvania Place residents love to be around youthful energy; bring a smile to their faces and your kiddos by joining us! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/wisdom-wonder-multi-generational-storytime-8/ LOCATION:The Haven Memory Care\, 2 Pennsylvania Pl\, Ottumwa\, IA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241108T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241108T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20241020T010344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T203426Z UID:16237-1731074400-1731078000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Absolute Science: Explore Science Stations DESCRIPTION:Kids and families! Join us for science stations from Absolute Science and explore awesome scientific demonstrations! Open to all kids and families\, no registration required. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/absolute-science-explore-science-stations-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241108T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230915T161103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T150342Z UID:5281-1731056400-1731060000@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-76/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241106T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241106T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230915T161103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T155511Z UID:5280-1730887200-1730890800@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-17/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241107 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20241021T170336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T230337Z UID:16299-1730851200-1730937599@ottumwapubliclibrary.org 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-11/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241107 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230915T161103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T230337Z UID:5279-1730851200-1730937599@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-40/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241105T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241105T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20241001T221901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T223706Z UID:15943-1730822400-1730826000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Cuentos Y Cantos DESCRIPTION:Únase a nosotros para la hora del cuento en español donde leeremos cuentos\, cantaremos\, rimaremos y haremos manualidades. Esta hora del cuento está dirigida a niños de 1 a 5 años\, pero los niños mayores o más pequeños son bienvenidos. Join us for spanish storytime where we’ll be reading stories\, singing\, rhyming\, and doing a craft. This storytime is aimed at children aged 1-5 but older or younger children are welcome. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/cuentos-y-cantos-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230915T161102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T140757Z UID:5277-1730451600-1730455200@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-75/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241031T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241031T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20241001T145246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T212243Z UID:15935-1730386800-1730394000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Halloween Party DESCRIPTION:Kids! Come in your Halloween costumes for snacks\, crafts\, games\, and to trick or treat at the desks! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/halloween-party/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241030T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230915T161102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T144920Z UID:5274-1730282400-1730286000@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-15/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240819T170518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T150421Z UID:14298-1730196000-1730199600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Reminisce Society: The Underground Railroad in Iowa DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, October 29th for the next meeting of the Reminisce Society. This month we will be enjoying the program “The Underground Railroad in Iowa” presented by Darrin Crow. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/reminisce-society-the-underground-railroad-in-iowa/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240927T215039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T230850Z UID:15842-1729879200-1729882800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Adult Escape Room DESCRIPTION:Attempt to escape the library! Call 641-682-7563\, ext. 205 to sign up\, or email amanning@ottumwapubliclibrary.org to sign up. Patrons can sign up in groups of 4-6 or individually to be assigned a group. Registration is required\, limited spots available.  Be ready to solve puzzles and make your escape! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/adult-escape-room/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240927T205025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T215529Z UID:15840-1729872000-1729875600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Teen Escape Room DESCRIPTION:Teens are welcome to join us for an escape room.  Call 641-682-7563\, ext. 210 to sign up\, or email Sam at skeith@ottumwapubliclibrary.org.  Registration is required\, limited spots available.  Be ready to solve puzzles and make your escape! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/teen-escape-room-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240927T205025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T194900Z UID:15839-1729864800-1729868400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Kids Escape Room DESCRIPTION:Kids are welcome to join us for an escape room.  Call 641-682-7563\, ext. 210 to sign up\, or email Sam at skeith@ottumwapubliclibrary.org.  Registration is required\, limited spots available; children may bring an adult.  Be ready to solve puzzles and make your escape! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/kids-escape-room/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230915T161102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T140444Z UID:5273-1729846800-1729850400@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-74/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230915T161102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T222024Z UID:5276-1729791000-1729794600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:A book club focusing discussion of non-fiction works. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/nonfiction-book-club-18/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T181500 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240424T141848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T225023Z UID:10929-1729703700-1729707300@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Young at Heart Book Club DESCRIPTION:Are you an adult that loves young adult fiction? This is the book club for you! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/young-at-heart-book-club-23/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230914T010912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T150440Z UID:5236-1729677600-1729681200@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-14/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241024 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240903T163341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T235419Z UID:15026-1729641600-1729727999@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-22/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241024 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230914T161907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T235419Z UID:5251-1729641600-1729727999@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-39/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240925T165533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T004835Z UID:15784-1729346400-1729351800@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-16/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240925T165533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T004835Z UID:15783-1729332000-1729337400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org 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-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230914T010912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T004835Z UID:5235-1729263600-1729270800@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-18/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230913T234906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T004835Z UID:5233-1729242000-1729245600@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-73/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20240328T203418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T004835Z UID:10259-1729101600-1729107000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Peter Fletcher\, Celtic Guitarist Concert DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/peter-fletcher-celtic-guitarist-concert/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133252 CREATED:20230913T161929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T004835Z UID:5225-1729072800-1729076400@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-11/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR