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Pages for Pennies
This three-day book sale is a partnership between the
Friends of the Ottumwa Public Library, Bridge View Center
and the Greater Ottumwa Convention & Visitors Center.
Normally held in May, this year’s event has been postponed
to Aug. 28-30. Donations are taken for the event weeks in
advance, and the sale offers books, CDs, DVDs, LPs, board
games, puzzles and sheet music.
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Klompen Classic 5K
For almost 30 years, thousands of individuals have
participated in the Klompen Classic 5K. This fun run/walk
raises funds for local programs to help children and families,
and winners are awarded a wooden Dutch shoe. Come enjoy
a touch of Holland and experience the beautiful tulips and
windmills of Pella on May 6.
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Ladies Night Out
Fill up your passport by visiting participating businesses
in the downtown Ottumwa district to be entered into a
drawing for prizes donated from the businesses. Live music
and prizes for drawings follow. Held annually on a Friday
night in April. For more information, contact Main Street
Ottumwa.
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Lemonade Day
This no-cost experiential program teaches youth how
to start, own and operate their very own business with
a lemonade stand. Third-, fourth- and fifth-graders are
invited to participate in order to learn business skills,
responsibility, financial literacy, goal setting and teamwork
while working with a local mentor. Ottumwa’s May 16 event,
with stands at several locations in Ottumwa, will be the first
one held in Iowa. For more information, contact AJ Gevock
at 641-683-5188 or [email protected].
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Paint Crawl
This paint-by-number party organized by Main Street
Ottumwa and the Ottumwa Area Arts Council allows
participants to travel to different bars and restaurants in
the downtown district. At each stop, they will be able to add
colors to their painting and enjoy food and drink specials.
By the end of the night, their painting will be complete.
Those needing extra time can grab a set of take-home
paints to complete their artwork. Look for this event in
March.
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