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3 events,
OHS Centennial Celebration
Ottumwa High School is turning 100 years old and we're celebrating with six days of events. Thursday, August 24 Alumni Strol & Krazy Days - Downtown Ottumwa Friday, August 25 OHS Alumni Career Fair at OHS Pep Buses to OHS Football game at Keokuk Saturday, August 26 Pancake Breakfast at OHS Centennial Parade Recreation of […]
GriefShare Seminars
GriefShare Seminars
A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]
2 events,
Wapello County Republicans Raffle
Wapello County Republicans Raffle
Drawing with be Tuesday August 29th at Sycamore Park Shelter 6:00pm. You can purchase tickets online at https://tinyurl.com/3swk28d4 Call 641-680-8484 or 641-680-6060
5 events,
Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway
Our next Adult Take and Make Craft give away is today! Drop by the Ottumwa Library anytime today to pick up a craft bag kit. Limit two per patron while supplies last.
Songs and Stories
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.
Online Author Talk with Jeff Selingo
Online Author Talk with Jeff Selingo
The Ottumwa Public Library invites you to sign up for our next online author talk with Jeff Selingo as we discuss his book Inside College Admissions on our Online Library Speakers Consortium.
1 event,
Nonfiction Book Club
Nonfiction Book Club
Join us at the Ottumwa Public Library for a book club focusing discussion of non-fiction works.
1 event,
Food Drive
The Ecumenical Lord's Cupboard is holding a food drive. South Hy-Vee Friday and Saturday From 9am to 5pm. Donations can be mailed to: Lord's Cupboard PO Box 1876 Ottumwa, Iowa 52501 For questions call Shirley Gingrich-Slonaker at 641-683-3837.
3 events,
Fairfield Farmers Market
Fairfield Farmers Market
The Fairfield Farmers Market outdoor market is held May through October at Howard Park on Saturdays. Enjoy fresh vegetables, fruit, home baked goods, crafts, and more! Support local and neighboring county vendors!
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1 event,
GriefShare Seminars
GriefShare Seminars
A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]
0 events,
1 event,
Songs and Stories
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.
7 events,
Grow With Google Class with Lindsey Newland
Grow With Google Class with Lindsey Newland
Join us 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.
Bingo at Ottumwa Eagles
Bingo at Ottumwa Eagles
Bingo starts at 6:45. Kitchen will be open at 5:30. We play Bingo every Thursday night.
7 events,
Preschool Story Time
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 older or younger children are welcome.
Lunch and Learn
Lunch and Learn
Join the Mahaska County YMCA and Mahaska Health for their monthly Lunch & Learn. Register by calling the Y! at 641-673-8411
Barnyard Bash
Barnyard Bash
Join the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate our rich agriculture community! The fun begins with agriculture related booths and interactive activities! A bounce house, a tractor-cade, horse drawn wagon rides, face painting, barrel train rides, antique tractors, and many more displays and demonstrations will take place throughout the evening. There will be […]
9 events,
Ottumwa Community Market
Ottumwa Community Market
Baked goods, Plants, Halloween Decor, Fall Decor, Vegetables We are collecting donations for Lutheran World Relief. This project provides aid to help families restore their lives. 1524 N. Court Street Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Dutch Oven Cooking
Dutch Oven Cooking
Have you ever wanted to try Dutch oven cooking? Join Chloe at the Lake Sugema campground to learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking and how to prepare meals for future camping adventures. Remember to bring a camping chair to this event and sit around the campfire and bug spray is recommended. Kids 10 and […]
3 events,
Jubilee Family Church presents Bill Wiese
Jubilee Family Church presents Bill Wiese
Jubilee Family Church invites you to join them to listen to Bill Wiese tell his personal story of “23 Minutes in Hell”. What he saw, heard and felt in that place of torment that changed his life. Bill will be giving presentations at 10am and 7pm. Please join Jubilee Family Church at 401 S D […]
2 events,
GriefShare Seminars
GriefShare Seminars
A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]
2 events,
Coffee & Conversation
Coffee & Conversation
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.
Snacks in the Stacks
Snacks in the Stacks
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.
6 events,
Kids Grab and Go Craft Bag
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.
Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway
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.
MAIN STREET LEADERSHIP WEBINAR
MAIN STREET LEADERSHIP WEBINAR
Main Street Leadership Webinar Topic: Preparing for the 4th Quarter Presenter – Robin Bostrom, Main Street Iowa. Robin will discuss the importance of the 4th quarter to local downtown economies and ways that Main Street programs and downtown small businesses can prepare for the 4th quarter. The session will include: Ideas for how to work with content […]
Songs and Stories
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.
Teacher Appreciation Day
Teacher Appreciation Day
This event is aimed at helping all Pre-K through 12th grade teachers stock their classrooms with the supplies they need for the year ahead. Sign up today to host a booth and offer supplies and various other items to the teachers. We’ll supply you with a wish list of needed items. We would also like […]
8 events,
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Southeast Iowa area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® . Join us at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa. To register and receive the latest updates on this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, visit alz.org/walk.
Grow With Google Class with Lindsey Newland
Grow With Google Class with Lindsey Newland
Join us 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 Google Calendar. Call the Library to register @ 641-682-7563.
Family Caregiver Support Group
Family Caregiver Support Group
McCreery Cancer Center - 1003 E Pennsylvania Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501. If you have any questions, please call Elizabeth at 641-455-8244.
5 events,
Ranch Horse Show Series at River Valley Lodge
Ranch Horse Show Series - The sixth of the 2023 series. Jackpot sorting, roping, barrel racing, extreme trail course competition, wine tasting, dance, food concessions, and more. Camping is available on the grounds. Location: River Valley Horsecamp & Lodge 29080 Hawk Dr. Farmington, IA 52626 Contact Person: River Valley Horsecamp & Lodge Phone: 319-878-3888
Preschool Story Time
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 older or younger children are welcome.
Teen Craft Club
Teen Craft Club
Teens and tweens! Join us in the meeting room on the third Friday of each month for crafts! No registration required.
Monarch Tagging
Monarch Tagging
Explore Lake Sugema Prairie to tag monarchs. This guided program is to discover monarchs’ life cycle and the trip butterflies take south. This trail is grass and dirt, proper hiking attire, and bug spray is recommended. Registration is REQUIRED, limited to 20 participants. Registration: https://www.mycountyparks.com/Event/County/Van-Buren/Default.aspx?action=back Location: Lake Sugema Wildlife Area 19640 Jersey Ave. Keosauqua, IA 52565 […]
14 events,
Fall All-State Barn Tour
The self-guided tour is free and open to the public and makes for a great multi generation family weekend adventure. Participants have the unique opportunity to experience and appreciate Iowa’s agriculture heritage as they walk through these majestic barns. Barns are open for touring 9-5 both days except where noted in the individual barn descriptions. […]
Duck Races
Duck Races
https://www.duckrace.com/ottumwa?fbclid=IwAR3Xsu5GwJuLucc5rzKwC5vj3rG_X2PV3sIR20IIyxj7KW1XsIRMW1lWZpk
Van Buren County Conservation Bird Hike
Van Buren County Conservation Bird Hike
Explore and discover various bird species found in our local habitat. This 2-mile hike will have various terrain types from moderate to difficult. This trail is gravel and timber so, proper hiking attire and bug spray is recommended. We have a limited number of binoculars available if you don't have your own. Registration is encouraged. […]
3 events,
Collector Cars Unlimited Car Show
Collector Cars Unlimited Car Show
The 41st Annual Collector Cars Unlimited Show brings out the best cars in the region! The Fairfield Square will be filled with cars of all kinds, all competing for 25 awards! Spend the day looking under the hoods and checking out vintage and new models.
1 event,
GriefShare Seminars
GriefShare Seminars
A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]
1 event,
Speculative Literature Book Club
Speculative Literature Book Club
The Speculative Literature Book Club focuses on literary science fiction and fantasy.
3 events,
Songs and Stories
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.
Online Author Talk: Adam Alter
Online Author Talk: Adam Alter
Join us as we chat with New York Times bestselling author Adam Alter about his new book Anatomy of a Breakthrough: How to Get Unstuck When It Matters Most. Online at https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary
Homecoming Parade
Homecoming Parade
Any organization that would like to sign up to participate in the parade, please use this link: https://docs.google.com/.../1henFNqoooMwtpVWW.../viewform
6 events,
Grow With Google Class with Lindsey Newland
Grow With Google Class with Lindsey Newland
Join us for our third class with Iowa Grow with Google coach Lindsey Newland as she teaches us the basics for Google services. Call the Library to register @ 641-682-7563.
Community Health Fair
Community Health Fair
Join Mahaska Health for our community health fair event at Gateway Church in Oskaloosa! Our fall health fair will feature free cholesterol and blood pressure screenings, sleep assessments and health guidance from board certified physicians and specialists. Enjoy family friendly activities, health information, food, and connect with our Mahaska Health experts! Take time to learn […]
6 events,
Preschool Story Time
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 older or younger children are welcome.
Paddle at Lacey-Keosauqua Lake
Paddle at Lacey-Keosauqua Lake
Enjoy the colors of fall leaves on this paddle! Meet at Lacey Keosauqua Boat Ramp to paddle and explore at Lacey Keosauqua Lake. If you have your own canoe or kayak you are more than welcome to bring your own. The paddle is open to everyone, however, children under age 18 must be accompanied by […]
16 events,
Kids Scavenger Hunt
Join us for a scavenger hunt in the Children’s Library! Open to all kids, no registration required, just drop in and look for clues!
SOUTHEAST IOWA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTS “SHOWSTOPPERS!”
Our “Showstoppers!” program features vocal soloists Dr. Christine Bergan and Stephen Swanson on numerous show tunes and light opera arias including Annie Get Your Gun, Les Misérables, My Fair Lady, and The Merry Widow. Also featured is concertmaster Charlene King on Fiddler on the Roof, and additional orchestral pieces by Leroy Anderson, Andrew Lloyd Webber […]
Ottumwa Community Market
Ottumwa Community Market
Specialty baked goods, family fun, garden produce, small businesses!!! Brats or hotdogs and a drink for $3.00 from 11:00-1:00
1 event,
GriefShare Seminars
GriefShare Seminars
A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]
4 events,
Reminisce Society
Reminisce Society
Call us at 641-682-7563 or email Director Sonja Ferrell at sf[email protected] to be added to the Zoom meeting.
Reminisce Society: John Thompson
Reminisce Society: John Thompson
See John Thompson: “Iowa Poems 175” Presented at the Knights of Columbus Hall and virtually Via Zoom meeting. Call us at 641-682-7563 or email Director Sonja Ferrell at sf[email protected] to be added to the Zoom meeting.
6 events,
Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway
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
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.
Free Business Workshops
Free Business Workshops
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesi0Dbpc34wU6Q_pjzn5RqQPgQm-HQPk-tVNfywH5danB6aA/viewform
Songs and Stories
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.
Kids Science Club
Kids Science Club
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!
5 events,
Southern Iowa Senior Expo
Southern Iowa Senior Expo
The Ottumwa Courier's Senior Lifestyles Expo is one of the premier events for seniors in southeast Iowa, offering access to those who specialize in seniors' needs. The event is free to attend and packed with great vendors and giveaways.
Grow With Google Class with Lindsey Newland
Grow With Google Class with Lindsey Newland
Join us for our next class with Iowa Grow with Google coach Lindsey Newland as she teaches us the basics for Google services. Call the Library to register @ 641-682-7563.
3 events,
Preschool Story Time
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 older or younger children are welcome.
Full Moon Hike
Full Moon Hike
Join Chloe at Lake Sugema Wildlife Area to discover the moon and constellations in the night sky. This trail is grass and dirt, proper hiking attire, and bug spray are recommended. We will meet at Lake Sugema Campground near the non-reservable sites. Registration is encouraged. Registration: https://www.mycountyparks.com/Event/County/Van-Buren/Default.aspx?action=back Location: Lake Sugema Wildlife Area 19640 Jersey Ave. Keosauqua, […]
6 events,
Prairie Seed Collecting
Prairie Seed Collecting
Want to try collecting native prairie seeds? Learn how to collect native prairie seeds and discover various prairie plants in our local habitat at the Lake Sugema Wildlife Area. This area has tall grass, wearing proper hiking attire, and bug spray is recommended. Meet at Lake Sugema Campground near the non-reservable sites. Kids 15 and […]
Architecture Across Three Centuries
Architecture Across Three Centuries
A tour of distinctive homes in Fairfield, Iowa Tourists can visit the homes in any order and ask questions of the current owners. These homes are rarely open and have never all been open on the same day. The Rodham Bonnifield House 1838, Waterworks Road James A. Beck House, 1896, 401 East Burlington Avenue James […]