Van Buren County Fair

At the Van Buren County Fair, we have flea markets for moms, exciting exhibits for kids and tasty fair food for dads. In short, our county fair has something for […]

Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway

Join us at the Ottumwa Library for our next Adult Take and Make Craft give away! Drop by anytime today to pick up a craft bag kit, limit two per […]

Kids Grab and Go Craft Bag

Kids! Join us at the Ottumwa Library for another grab and go craft bag event. Stop by the children's desks to pick up a craft bag. No registration required, craft […]

Songs and Stories

Join us at the Ottumwa Library for songs, rhymes, singing and dancing! This story time is aimed at kids 0-4 with a caregiver, but all children are welcome.

Gardening Class

Join us at the Ottumwa Library for a gardening class taught by Brenda Jones. We'll be talking all things gardening- vertical gardening, raised beds, garden pests, different types of tomato […]

Online Author Talk with Ethan Kross

Join us for our next online author talk with psychologist Ethan Kross as he discusses his book The Voice in Our Head. For more information contact info@ottumwapubliclibrary.org

Preschool Story Time

Join us at the Ottumwa Library for story time where we’ll be reading stories, singing, rhyming, and doing a craft. This story time is aimed at children aged 3-5 but […]

Teen Craft Club

Teens and tweens! Join us in the meeting room of the Ottumwa Library for crafts! No registration required.

Ottumwa Community Market

1524 N. Court Specialty baked goods, family fun, garden produce, small businesses. 11:00-1:00 walking taco/drink for $5 in the church basement.

Adult Painting Class

Join us at the Ottumwa Library for a monthly painting tutorial class. Class limited to 15 participants and registration is required. Adults 18 and over may participate. Patrons can sign […]