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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240815
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240613T164053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T233344Z
UID:12175-1723593600-1723679999@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-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T222127Z
UID:3333-1723654800-1723658400@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-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240725T153731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T181903Z
UID:13696-1723726800-1723730400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: Irena Smith PhD The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join us for this must-watch talk by Irena Smith\, PhD. You will hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process\, preserve your relationship with your teen\, and help them define success on their terms instead of chasing the elusive “golden ticket.” \nLog in to join at:https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-irena-smith-phd-the-golden-ticket-to-college-admissions-is-not-what-you-think/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240816T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T144839Z
UID:3336-1723798800-1723802400@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-65/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240816T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240816T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T213950Z
UID:3337-1723820400-1723827600@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-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T152001Z
UID:3340-1724234400-1724238000@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-23/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240725T153731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T230346Z
UID:13697-1724263200-1724266800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: Shelby Van Pelt: An Exploration of Friendship\, Reckoning\, and Hope
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us as we chat with the amazing New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved novel Remarkably Bright Creatures. You don’t want to miss this deep-dive exploration of friendship\, reckoning\, hope\, and so much more! \nLog in to join at:https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-shelby-van-pelt-an-exploration-of-friendship-reckoning-and-hope/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240823T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T140635Z
UID:3341-1724403600-1724407200@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-66/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240829
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T234932Z
UID:3343-1724803200-1724889599@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-35/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240829
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240725T165157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T234932Z
UID:13702-1724803200-1724889599@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-9/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T153454Z
UID:3342-1724839200-1724842800@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-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240829T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240829T183000
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CREATED:20230731T150430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T231838Z
UID:3344-1724952600-1724956200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club
DESCRIPTION:A book club focusing discussion of non-fiction works.
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/nonfiction-book-club-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240830T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240830T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T144844Z
UID:3345-1725008400-1725012000@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-67/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240723T213355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T161835Z
UID:13652-1725098400-1725103800@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-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240723T213355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T202132Z
UID:13653-1725112800-1725118200@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-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20231127T161931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T234837Z
UID:7160-1725235200-1725321599@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Library Closed in honor of Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/library-closed-in-honor-of-labor-day-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240904T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T154837Z
UID:3346-1725444000-1725447600@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-25/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240826T170453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T144923Z
UID:14483-1725613200-1725616800@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-68/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T201837Z
UID:3348-1725631200-1725638400@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-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240909T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T224833Z
UID:3349-1725901200-1725904800@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-16/
LOCATION:Meeting Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240725T153732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T183612Z
UID:13698-1725973200-1725976800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: Garrett Graff Capturing the Human Drama Through History
DESCRIPTION:Don’t forget to register for this incredibly moving virtual chat with New York Times bestselling author Garrett Graff! An expert at capturing the human drama\, Graff will speak about his body of work with particular focus on his oral histories\, The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11 and When the Sea Came Alive: An Oral History of D-Day.  \nLog in to join at:https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-garrett-graff-capturing-the-human-drama-through-history/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240816T213948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T220440Z
UID:14224-1725988500-1725991200@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-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240912
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T234851Z
UID:3353-1726012800-1726099199@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-36/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240912
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240823T181943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T234851Z
UID:14405-1726012800-1726099199@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-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T151842Z
UID:3351-1726048800-1726052400@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-26/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T224840Z
UID:3352-1726074000-1726077600@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-17/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240913T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T140422Z
UID:3354-1726218000-1726221600@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-69/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240913T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240829T184939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T203357Z
UID:14562-1726239600-1726243200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Butterflies & Books
DESCRIPTION:Join Ottumwa Public Library and Pioneer Ridge – Wapello County Conservation Board for a special outdoor storytime where we will learn about butterflies!  We’ll also make a craft and if we’re lucky\, we’ll also get to interact with live butterflies!  This program is off-site\, at Sycamore Wildlife Area on the very north edge of town.  To get there\, turn west onto W. Rochester\, then turn north onto Sycamore Rd.\, Sycamore Wildlife Area is at the end of Sycamore Rd
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/butterflies-books/
LOCATION:Sycamore Nature Preserve\, Ottumwa\, IA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20230731T150432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T151834Z
UID:3357-1726653600-1726657200@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-27/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084821
CREATED:20240725T153733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T183521Z
UID:13699-1726664400-1726668000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org
SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: Nate Klemp\, PhD Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World
DESCRIPTION:Join us as New York Times bestselling author and philosopher Nate Klemp helps us explore pathways back to openminded living when he talks to us about the core tenets in his new book Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World.  \nLog in to join at:https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming
URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-nate-klemp-phd-living-with-an-expansive-mind-in-a-distracted-world/
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