Ottumwa Public Library

Songs and Stories
2026-09-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

Forrest McCurren Concert
2026-09-30 18:00 - 19:15
Join us as we welcome back to the Ottumwa Public Library Forrest McCurren in concert. He was featured on the television talent show “The Road” last year and put on a wonderful concert in Ottumwa in 2023.

Sit and Stitch
2026-10-01 13:00 - 15:00
Join us at the library for community and crafting! Bring your yarn project and get to know other crafters! Learning how to knit or crochet? You’ll find some seasoned experts in the room who can offer some advice!

Preschool Storytime
2026-10-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-30 10:00 - 11:00
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.

Teen Anti-Boredom Club
2026-10-02 13:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-09 13:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-16 13:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-23 13:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-30 13:00 - 16:30
Teens! Are you looking for a place to chill, create, and connect with friends? The Teen Anti-Boredom Club is your ultimate after-school destination! We are turning off the screens (except for the movie screen!) and bringing you a mix of everything you actually want to do: Craft, play board games, snack, and just hang out with friends!

Join us every Friday in the OPL meeting room for this free event, no registration required.

Music and Movement
2026-10-05 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-12 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-19 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-11-02 10:30 - 11:30
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.

Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway
2026-10-07
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.

Kids Grab and Go Craft Bags
2026-10-07
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.

Library Board Meeting
2026-10-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Meeting Room
The monthly meeting of the Ottumwa Public Library’s board.

Reader's Ink Book Club
2026-10-14 16:30 - 17:30
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.

Snacks in the Stacks
2026-10-20 17:15 - 18:15
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. Open to all kids with an interest in chapter books.

Reminisce Society: Wonders of Buxton
2026-10-27 10:00 - 11:00
The Reminisce Society meets once a month in the Spring and Fall to hear topics concerning Iowa History. This group is free and open to the public. For any questions, or to be added to the Zoom list for our hybrid in-person and broadcasted programs, please call us at 641-682-7563 or email Director Sonja Ferrell at sferrell@ottumapubliclibrary.org.

Kids Science Club
2026-10-27 16:00 - 17:00
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! Open to all elementary aged kids (and up) with an interest in science, no registration required.

Nonfiction Book Club
2026-10-29 17:30 - 18:30
A book club focusing discussion of non-fiction works.
