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The Lakeland Public Libraries will be opening to the public on Monday, June 1st. For more information about hours, safety protocols, using the facilities, and re-opening FAQs, click here.

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Library Curbside and Walk-up Service!

Beginning May 18th, the three Lakeland Libraries are offering curbside and walk-up service for picking up holds, requesting items, faxing, copying, and picking up forms such as IRS forms and the Florida unemployment application.  We will be happy to assist you outside the facilities. 

Not sure what you want? Try our Book Concierge service! You can call any of the Lakeland libraries, walk-up, or use the form below:

1. Request up to 10 items:
   Pick-up Location: *

   Main Library
   Larry R. Jackson Branch Library
   eLibrary South Lakeland
   

   Name: *

   Library Card Number: (**NOTE: If you do not know your card number, please call the pickup location to place your curbside pickup request**) *

   Phone: *

   What type of item(s) would you like? *

   Audiobooks
   Beginning Readers
   Board Books
   Books
   CDs
   DVDs
   Large Print
   Picture Books
   Playaways
   

   Please tell us what authors, genres, and/or subjects you would like (i.e. James Patterson, Romance fiction, Dr. Seuss books, Asian cooking): *
2. A staff member will notify you by phone or text when the item(s) are available.
3. Visit during curbside hours for pickup:
   

   Lakeland Public Library (863) 834-4263 
   Mon. - Thurs.    9 AM to 6:30 PM
   Fri. - Sat.            9 AM to 4:30 PM
   Sunday          1:30 PM to 4:30 PM

   
   Larry R. Jackson Branch Library (863) 834-4288 
   Mon. - Thurs.    9 AM to 6:30 PM
   Fri. - Sat.            9 AM to 4:30 PM 

       

   eLibrary South Lakeland (863) 838-4507 
   Mon. - Thurs.    9 AM to 5:30 PM
   Friday                 9 AM to 4:30 PM
   Saturday          10 AM to 1:30 PM 

    

4. Park near library entry or in designated pickup spots.
5. Call the library to let staff know of your arrival. Please identify your vehicle color, make, and model.
6. A staff member will approach your vehicle window from a safe distance and deliver your item(s).

Ready to Serve

The Lakeland Libraries are ready to serve you! Let us know how we can help and staff will respond as soon as possible.

Your library card opens the door to a world of information and a wealth of entertainment! ... and best of all? Library cards are FREE! 

Register online for your library card today, then contact the Lakeland Public Library Monday through Friday 2 PM to 4 PM for full card privileges to access online content:

Lakeland Public Library—863.834.4263

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Instantly borrow digital movies, music, eBooks, and more 24/7 from hoopla. No library card? No problem! Create a free account with hoopla Engage to download/stream up to 3 titles per month.

To get started:

1. Visit hoopladigital.com or download the hoopla app.
2. Select "Get Started Today" and provide an email address and password to create your account.
3. Choose Lakeland Public Library as your library.
4. Select the option that you do not have a library card but would like to try hoopla.

With hoopla, your public library is accessible anytime, anywhere!

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Read, Watch, and Learn!

Tumble into reading fun for all ages! TumbleBooks are easy to use databases of ebooks and audiobooks with unlimited access! No checkouts, holds, or downloads required! Choose from animated picture books that incorporate sounds, music, and narration to create an electronic picture book, teen titles, or audiobooks for all audiences. 

• TumbleBook Library is a K-6 picture book database
• TumbleMath is a K-6 math ebook database
• Teen BookCloud is a grades 7-12 ebook database
• Audio BookCloud is an all-ages audiobook database

Learn about the basics and get your questions answered on your schedule! From library apps and computer questions to tablets, smartphones, ereaders, and more, book a one-on-one virtual technology support session for technology assistance with library staff! Virtual appointments are available Monday through Saturday for up to one hour each, and can be done by phone or video conference.

For any Lakeland History questions, obituary requests, or property records microfilm searches, book a virtual support appointment with Lakeland History Room Librarian, LuAnn Mims

To book an appointment, contact the Lakeland Public Library (863) 834-4263 or schedule your virtual appointment online here!

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