Library

Please note screening measures are in place to enter the libraries. Masks and temperature checks are required. Questions regarding travel will be asked.

New Library Hours
During Phase 1 of construction at the Main Library, all three Lakeland Library locations have new hours of operation:

Lakeland Public Library
Monday - Thursday 9 AM to 7 PM
Friday - Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM
Sunday 1:30 PM to 5 PM

Larry R. Jackson Branch Library
Monday - Thursday 9 AM to 7 PM
Friday - Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM
Sunday 1:30 PM to 5 PM

eLibrary South Lakeland
Monday - Thursday 9 AM to 7 PM
Friday - Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM
Sunday CLOSED

As a reminder, there will be no public access computers for adults or general seating available at the Lakeland Public Library, and entry to the facility will be through the Meeting Room doors off the lobby. Full library services will be available at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library and eLibrary South Lakeland.

For more information, please contact your local library.

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Library Services Online
Whether you want to borrow an ebook, stream music, or watch tutorials online, we have an app for that!

With our library apps, you can search the catalog, renew checked out materials, download eBooks and music, or watch arts and crafts tutorials all from a tablet or mobile device!

To view and download available apps, click here to see the full list of services available.

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...Ready to Play
Sports, teams, individuals, recreational, competitive...Lakeland has them all.

Enjoy this photographic stroll through some of our area's sports programs, including early Detroit Tigers, showcased from our Digital Collection through Flickr.

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Holiday Closing

The Lakeland Public Library and Larry R. Jackson Branch will be closed on Sunday, April 4th.

All three library locations will open at 9 AM on Monday, April 5th.
Your Library Anytime, Anywhere
Instantly borrow digital movies, music, eBooks, and more 24/7 with your library card.

Create a free account with your library card and download/stream up to 12 titles per month. With hoopla, your public library is accessible anytime, anywhere!

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You're more creative than you think.
Love to craft? Want to explore your creative side?

Meet Creativebug, your online resource for all things crafty. Learn new craft techniques for all skill levels and watch classes anytime, anywhere.

Create a free account with your library card to enjoy unlimited access to over 1000 online art and craft classes!

There’s no pressure, just possibilities! Get started today and explore your creative side.

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Limited-Contact Services

Did you know you can return library materials and/or pickup new ones without coming inside the library? Staff are stationed at the entrance of each library location and can assist with returning materials or bringing out your items on hold. You can also call ahead for curbside pickup at our Lakeland Public Library and Larry R. Jackson Branch locations.

Want to have library materials mailed directly to your house? Choose Lakeland Books by Mail as the pickup location for your holds or let library staff know you would like your materials mailed instead of made available for pickup.