Join us for a one-of-a-kind conversation with National Book Award-winner Colum McCann as he is joined by Diane Foley, the inspiration behind the heartrending book American Mother.Log in to join at:https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary/upcoming

Join us online or in person in the Ottumwa Public Library Meeting Room as we host over Zoom, Michael Ivankovich.  Mr. Ivankovich will present the second of his seminars on...

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...

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! 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...

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.

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...

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.

It's National Poetry Month so join us in the children's library for a poetry activity!  Stop in anytime to make your own poem by piecing together word strips and writing...

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.

We cannot wait for you to join us as we chat with award-winning and bestselling author Xochitl Gonzalez about her newest novel Anita de Monte Laughs Last. Anita de Monte Laughs Last is...

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.