ATTENTION, PHASE 3 WATER SHORTAGE declared by Southwest Florida Water Management District. Learn more.
BURN BAN ENACTED May 6 for Lakeland. Learn more.
All three Lakeland Library locations will be closed on Friday, June 19th, for the Juneteenth holiday.
The Lakeland Public Library and Larry R. Jackson Branch Library will reopen on Saturday, June 20th at 9 am.
The Kelly Branch Library will reopen Monday, June 22nd at 9 AM.
Join us on Tuesday, June 16th from 4:30 PM to 6 PM at the Lakeland Public Library for Reptile Discovery! Meet the world’s most fascinating family of animals in an educational presentation by reptile expert and conservationist Bruce Shwedick. This program will feature turtles, an alligator, a crocodile, lizards, and snakes!
No registration required. All ages welcome.
Questions? Contact Michael Spicer at 863.834.4278 or email Michael.Spicer@lakelandgov.net.
Join us on Tuesday, June 23rd at 11 AM in the Lakeland Public Library Meeting Room to learn about easy, practical steps anyone can take to reduce water use at home, whether in the bathroom, the kitchen, or outdoors. This presentation by the Florida Governmental Utility Authority (FGUA) highlights everyday habits, smart tools, and helpful tips that make saving water both achievable and rewarding.
No registration required. All ages welcome.
Questions? Contact Michael Spicer at 863.834.4278 or email Michael.Spicer@lakelandgov.net.
Join us for a dino-mite time during our Summer at the Museum and roar into summer reading! Explore the possibilities with a summer of challenges, crafts, prizes, and new discoveries!
June 1st - July 24th
Children ages 0-12 can participate in the Kids' Summer Reading Program, "Reading Roars!" for prehistoric adventures.
Adults and teens ages 13+ can register for the Adult and Teen Summer Reading Program, "Summer at the Museum" and journey through the galleries to explore the world from prehistory to the edge of tomorrow.
Learn more about the summer reading programs, storytimes, registration, and prizes.
Storytime is on for the summer! Join us for songs, stories, and fun!
Kelly Branch Library Preschool Storytime (10:15 AM select Tuesdays); ages 2-5
June 16
July 7, 21
Lakeland Public Library Preschool Storytime (10 AM Wednesdays); ages 2-5
June 17, 24
July 1, 8, 15, 22
Larry Jackson Branch Library Preschool Storytime (10 AM Thursdays); ages 2-5
June 18
July 2, 9, 16, 23
Lakeland Public Library Baby Storytime (11 AM Thursdays); ages birth-18 months
June 18, 25
July 2, 9, 16, 23
Larry R. Jackson Branch Library Bilingual Storytime (10 AM select Thursdays); ages 2-5
June 25
July 30
Lakeland Public Library Children's Theater Interactive Storytime (2 PM select Saturdays); ages 4 and up
June 13
July 11
For more information, please contact the Kelly Branch Library at 863.834.4286, Lakeland Public Library at 863.834.4268, or Larry R. Jackson Branch Library at 863.834.4288
...when the weather is hot! Lakelanders know how to enjoy the summer sunshine and their favorite outdoor activities, which sometimes means staying cool indoors too!
Enjoy this "In the Summertime..." photographic stroll through summertime recreation in Lakeland, with beaches, pools, fishing, sports, movies, and more, showcased from our Flickr digital collection.
Download and enjoy up to 10 ebooks, audiobooks, and movies on your tablet or mobile device for free with OverDrive.
Create a free account with your library card and browse hundreds of titles, with new content added all the time. Plus, Lakeland users have access to additional OverDrive ADVANTAGE titles too!
For a quick and easy way to borrow and read from your library, download and try the Libby app, brought to you by Overdrive!
