Ottumwa Public Library

Grow With Google Class with Lindsey Newland
2023-09-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us on Thursday, September 28 at 10 am for our fourth class with Iowa Grow with Google coach Lindsey Newland as she teaches us the basics for Google services. This class will focus on protecting yourself from online scams. Call the Library to register @ 641-682-7563

Nonfiction Book Club
2023-09-28 17:30 - 18:30
A book club focusing discussion of non-fiction works.

Preschool Storytime
2023-09-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-10-13 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-10-20 09:00 - 10:00
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 Anime/Manga Club
2023-10-06 14:00 - 16:00
Join us in the OPL meeting room for all things anime and manga!

Grow with Google Class
2023-10-09 10:00 - 11:30
Join us Monday, October 9 at 10 am for our first class with Iowa Grow with Google coach Lindsey Newland as she teaches us the basics for Google services. The first class will focus on Google Docs. Call the Library to register @ 641-682-7563

Library Board Meeting
2023-10-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Meeting Room
The monthly meeting of the Ottumwa Public Library’s board.

Coffee & Conversation
2023-10-10 10:30 - 11:30
Seniors are invited to this once a month social hour to get to know new friends, socialize and hear speakers that are relevant to their community. Coffee and treats will be provided.

Online Author Talk: Rick Steves
2023-10-10 15:00 - 16:00
Join guidebook author and TV host Rick Steves as he shares the latest in smart European travel. In this entertaining, information-packed slideshow lecture, Rick will teach you the secrets of safe, smart, inexpensive travel — low on stress and high on fun. Join us online at https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary October 10th at 3 pm.

Snacks in the Stacks
2023-10-10 17:15 - 18:00
Join us downstairs in the children’s area for some snacks, then listen to the first chapter of a book and take a copy home to keep! Registration not required, limit one book per family, books available while supplies last.

Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway
2023-10-11, 2023-10-25
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 Bag
2023-10-11, 2023-10-25
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.

Songs and Stories
2023-10-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-25 10:00 - 11:00
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.

Ottumwa Public Library Friends Meeting
2023-10-11 11:00 - 12:00
This is the semi-annual meeting for the Ottumwa Public Library Friends Group. They will meet in the meeting room at the library. Please call Sonja Ferrell at 641-682-7563 with any questions.

Reader's Ink Book Club
2023-10-11 17:00 - 18:00
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.

Kids Eclipse Viewing Party
2023-10-14 10:30 - 12:00
Join us to learn all about eclipses, do an activity, and watch the eclipse together!

Adult Coloring Party
2023-10-14 14:00 - 15:30
Join us to relax and color in the library Meeting Room. Coloring materials and pages will be provided.

Grow with Google Class
2023-10-16 10:00 - 11:30
Join us on Monday, October 16 at 10 am for our second class with Iowa Grow with Google coach Lindsey Newland as she teaches us the basics for Google services. This class will focus on the Google Calendar. Call the Library to register @ 641-682-7563

Online Author Talk: Ruth Ware
2023-10-18 13:00 - 14:00
You’re invited to tune in as we chat with New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in Cabin 10 and The It Girl as she talks about her newest book, Zero Days. Join us online at https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary on Wednesday October 18th at 1 pm!

Teen craft club
2023-10-20 15:00 - 17:00
Teens and tweens! Join us in the meeting room on the third Friday of each month for crafts! No registration required.

October Painting Class
2023-10-21 10:00 - 11:30
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.

Cuentos Y Cantos
2023-10-21 10:30 - 11:30
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.

Grow with Google Class
2023-10-23 10:00 - 11:30
Join us on Monday, October 23 at 10 am for our third class with Iowa Grow with Google coach Lindsey Newland as she teaches us the basics for Google services. This class will focus on Google Drive. Call the Library to register @ 641-682-7563

Reminisce Society: Molly Naumann
2023-10-24 10:00 - 11:00
Molly Naumann: “Ottumwa in the 20s” Presented at Sienna on 220 N Court St. and virtually Via Zoom meeting. Call us at 641-682-7563 or email Director Sonja Ferrell at sferrell@ottumwapubliclibrary.org to be added to the Zoom meeting.

Speculative Literature Book Club
2023-10-24 17:30 - 18:30
The Speculative Literature Book Club focuses on literary science fiction and fantasy.
