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SUMMARY:SRP - Wapello County Conservation!
DESCRIPTION:Kids and families! Join us for some conservation education with Miss Sara! Open to all kids and families\, no registration required.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/srp-wapello-county-conservation-3/
LOCATION:Central Park\, 101 4th St\, Ottumwa\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T153344Z
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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-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T150000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
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SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk: Marie Lu
DESCRIPTION:Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets. Explore the depths of deceit\, battle for power\, and the lengths characters will go to unmask the Truth. Login to register or view the recording at: https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/78495
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talk-marie-lu/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T140335Z
UID:24018-1752829200-1752832800@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-53/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T163342Z
UID:24019-1752919200-1752926400@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-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T201841Z
UID:24020-1752933600-1752939000@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-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T153349Z
UID:24021-1753178400-1753182000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:SRP - Magician: Jonathan May!
DESCRIPTION:Kids and families! Join us for a high energy and fun filled magic show with Jonathan May!  Open to all kids and families\, no registration required.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/srp-magician-jonathan-may/
LOCATION:Central Park\, 101 4th St\, Ottumwa\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T151931Z
UID:24022-1753264800-1753268400@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-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T203458Z
UID:24023-1753282800-1753286400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk: Rex Ogle
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch.  \nLogin to register or view the recording at: https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/79007
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talk-rex-ogle/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T143409Z
UID:24024-1753434000-1753437600@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-54/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T154922Z
UID:24025-1753783200-1753786800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:SRP - Dinosaur Dimensions!
DESCRIPTION:Kids and families!  Join us for Dinosaur Dimensions\, a fast paced and extremely exciting show with realistic looking animatronic dinosaur puppets that will have the children second guessing if they are real or not!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/srp-dinosaur-dimensions/
LOCATION:Central Park\, 101 4th St\, Ottumwa\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T110000
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CREATED:20250625T001844Z
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UID:24026-1753869600-1753873200@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-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T181908Z
UID:24027-1753966800-1753970400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk: Pria Anand
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains (forthcoming June 10\, 2025). \nLogin to register or view the recording at: https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/79519
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talk-pria-anand/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T221919Z
UID:24028-1753983000-1753986600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club
DESCRIPTION:A book club focusing discussion of non-fiction works.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/nonfiction-book-club-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T194848Z
UID:24029-1754056800-1754064000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:End of Summer Reading Program Carnival!
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss out on the annual SRP Carnival!  We’ll be playing games\, winning prizes\, crafting\, and more!
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/end-of-summer-reading-program-carnival-2/
LOCATION:Central Park\, 101 4th St\, Ottumwa\, IA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250727T053345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T204900Z
UID:25264-1754143200-1754150400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Writer's Club
DESCRIPTION:Have a writing project and need a space to work on it?  All levels of writing and all styles are welcome. No registration required
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/writers-club-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T181930Z
UID:24030-1754398800-1754402400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk: Jay Falk
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide\, The Bird Book: The Stories\, Science\, and History of Birds. \nLogin to register or view the recording at: https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/83335
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talk-jay-falk/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250807
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250727T053347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T234849Z
UID:25266-1754438400-1754524799@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-76/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250807
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250727T053348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T234849Z
UID:25268-1754438400-1754524799@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-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T150417Z
UID:24031-1754474400-1754478000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Songs and Stories
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Songs and Stories in partnership with Wapello County Farm Bureau!  This storytime is aimed at kids 0-4 with a caregiver\, but all children are welcome.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/songs-and-stories-83/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T154900Z
UID:24032-1754560800-1754564400@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-12/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T143356Z
UID:24033-1754643600-1754647200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special storytime in partnership with Wapello County Farm Bureau! This storytime is aimed at children aged 3-5 but older or younger children are welcome.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/preschool-storytime-63/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T154844Z
UID:24034-1754733600-1754737200@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-6/
LOCATION:The Haven Memory Care\, 2 Pennsylvania Pl\, Ottumwa\, IA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T224838Z
UID:24035-1754931600-1754935200@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-27/
LOCATION:Meeting Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T221835Z
UID:24038-1755104400-1755108000@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-28/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T235056Z
UID:24041-1755712800-1755716400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk: Casey McQuinston
DESCRIPTION:Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston’s latest romantic comedy\, The Pairing.  \nLogin to register or view the recording at: https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/83866
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/virtual-author-talk-casey-mcquinston/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T140344Z
UID:24042-1755853200-1755856800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime Partnership with Luxury Learning
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-107/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250727T053356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T163400Z
UID:25270-1755943200-1755950400@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-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250727T053357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T193914Z
UID:25271-1755957600-1755963000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Painting Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly painting tutorial class from 2-3:30 pm. 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-9/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T132741
CREATED:20250625T001847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T153505Z
UID:24043-1756288800-1756292400@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-126/
END:VEVENT
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