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Preschool Storytime

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.

Window Decorating Event

Join in our Window Decorating Contest!Sign up to decorate one of the Library’s windows for the holidays! Patrons can sign up individually or in groups of up to 6 and...

Painting Class

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...

Adult Coloring Party

Join us to relax and color in the library Meeting Room. Coloring materials and pages will be provided.

Library Board Meeting

Meeting Room

The monthly meeting of the Ottumwa Public Library's board.

Snacks in the Stacks

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,...

Songs and Stories

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.

Preschool Storytime

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.

Kids Science Program – Ozobots!

Ozobots are small coding robots that provide many opportunities to create and learn!  Stop in for a chance to check them out yourself!

Wisdom & Wonder: Multi-generational Storytime

The Haven Memory Care 2 Pennsylvania Pl, Ottumwa, IA, United States

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...

Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway

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.