BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ottumwa Public Library - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ottumwa Public Library X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ottumwa Public Library REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231117T100000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T150404Z UID:1251-1700211600-1700215200@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-27/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20231030T150335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T210445Z UID:6415-1700146800-1700150400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: Joy Harjo DESCRIPTION:United States Poet Laureate and winner of the 2022 Academy of American Poets Leadership Award\, Joy Harjo\, joins us for a chat about her most recent memoir\, Catching the Light and to discuss her rewarding lifetime as a writer and poet.  \nLog in at: https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-joy-harjo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230601T150335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T163348Z UID:1656-1700042400-1700046000@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-96/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230823T201901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T233335Z UID:4707-1699982100-1699984800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Snacks in the Stacks DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/snacks-in-the-stacks-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T113000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T163357Z UID:1249-1699957800-1699961400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/coffee-conversation-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231113T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231113T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T230513Z UID:1248-1699894800-1699898400@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-7/ LOCATION:Meeting Room END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231111T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20231026T180332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231111T211834Z UID:6318-1699711200-1699716600@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-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231111 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T230336Z UID:1247-1699574400-1699660799@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Library Closed in honor of Veteran's Day DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/library-closed-in-honor-of-veterans-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20231030T150334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T193433Z UID:6414-1699534800-1699538400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche DESCRIPTION:Log in November 9th at 1 pm for a budgeting\, investing and planning discussion with Tiffany Aliche\, author of Get Good with Money!Join us online at https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-tiffany-the-budgetnista-aliche/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T231853Z UID:1245-1699462800-1699466400@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-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230601T150334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T163410Z UID:1655-1699437600-1699441200@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-95/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231109 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20231023T162432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T231852Z UID:6234-1699401600-1699487999@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Kids Grab and Go Craft Bag 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-bag-10/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231109 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T231853Z UID:1243-1699401600-1699487999@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-14/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T201832Z UID:1242-1699020000-1699027200@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-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T100000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T141837Z UID:1241-1699002000-1699005600@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-25/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20231030T150333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T003534Z UID:6413-1698865200-1698868800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: John Stamos DESCRIPTION:Join us for an intimate conversation with Full House star\, John Stamos\, as he leads us through his incredibly moving and vulnerable memoir\, If You Would Have Told Me. Tune in online at  \nhttps://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-john-stamos/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230601T150334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T155128Z UID:1654-1698832800-1698836400@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-94/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231031T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231031T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230926T195133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T213747Z UID:5566-1698764400-1698771600@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Kids Halloween Party DESCRIPTION:Kids! Come in your Halloween costumes for snacks\, crafts\, games\, and to trick or treat at the desks! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/kids-halloween-party/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231030T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231030T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230621T154842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T193354Z UID:2278-1698674400-1698678000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Author visit Sally Jameson Bond DESCRIPTION:Historical Fiction| Sally Jameson BondSally Jameson Bond is a historical fiction writer. Her current book is My Mother’s Friend about a German POW. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/author-visit-sally-jameson-bond/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231030T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231030T113000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230921T180352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T160337Z UID:5439-1698660000-1698665400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Grow with Google Class DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, October 30 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 URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/grow-with-google-class-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20231018T170345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231028T160359Z UID:6117-1698487200-1698494400@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:An Introduction to FamilySearch.org DESCRIPTION:Wapello County Genealogical Society and the Ottumwa Public Library Presents: \nAn Introduction to FamilySearch.org \nCall 641-799-9850 to register. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/an-introduction-to-familysearch-org/ LOCATION:Joint Library program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T163000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230926T195132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T203417Z UID:5565-1698413400-1698424200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Teen Escape Room DESCRIPTION:Teens are welcome to join us for our very first escape room activity.  Call 641-682-7563\, ext. 210 to sign up\, or email Sam at skeith@ottumwapubliclibrary.org.  Sign up for either 1:30 or 3:30\, limited spots available.  Be ready to solve puzzles and make your escape! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/teen-escape-room/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T100000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T141924Z UID:1239-1698397200-1698400800@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-24/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T190000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230815T210323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T230333Z UID:3770-1698343200-1698346800@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Online Author Talk: John Iriving DESCRIPTION:You are in for a treat when you join us for an intimate conversation with John Irving as he chats about not only his most recent novel\, The Last Chairlift\, but also about his prolific body of work and a lifetime spent writing. Join us online at https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary on October 26th at 6 pm! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/online-author-talk-john-iriving/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T183000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230523T162512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T230333Z UID:1238-1698341400-1698345000@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Nonfiction Book Club DESCRIPTION:A book club focusing discussion of non-fiction works. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/nonfiction-book-club-6/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230809T160514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T210351Z UID:3595-1698249600-1698253200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Kids Science Club DESCRIPTION: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! URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/kids-science-club-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044112 CREATED:20230601T150334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T154909Z UID:1653-1698228000-1698231600@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-93/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231026 DTSTAMP:20260407T044113 CREATED:20230829T210602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T230445Z UID:4857-1698192000-1698278399@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Kids Grab and Go Craft Bag 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-bag-9/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231026 DTSTAMP:20260407T044113 CREATED:20230523T162511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T230445Z UID:1237-1698192000-1698278399@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-13/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T183000 DTSTAMP:20260407T044113 CREATED:20230523T162511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T223426Z UID:1235-1698168600-1698172200@ottumwapubliclibrary.org SUMMARY:Speculative Literature Book Club DESCRIPTION:The Speculative Literature Book Club focuses on literary science fiction and fantasy. URL:https://ottumwapubliclibrary.org/event/speculative-literature-book-club-6/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR