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All three Lakeland Library locations will be closed Friday, July 3rd for the City-observed Independence Day holiday.
The Lakeland Public Library and Larry R. Jackson Branch Library will reopen on Saturday, July 4th at 9 am.
The Kelly Branch Library will reopen Monday, July 6th at 9 AM.
Join us on Thursday, July 9th at 5:30 PM at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library for an evening of mocktails and books, and let the library introduce you to your next favorite title.
From beach reads to cool classics, we'll match drinks with genres and highlight hidden gems from the stacks to keep you reading all summer. Whether you're looking for that must-read to take on vacation, or inspiration to break you out of your reading slump, we have suggestions.
This program is for adults 18 and over. No registration is required. Mocktails available while supplies last.
Are you looking for a roaring good time? Join us at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library on Saturday, July 11th from 10 AM-12 PM for a dinosaur-themed tea party. Come dressed in your tea time best and enjoy a dinosaur themed story and craft. Snacks and drinks will be provided!
This event is recommended for children ages 3-8 and their grown-ups, no registration required.
Questions? Contact Marine Acosta Ponce at 863.834.1828 or email Marine.Acostaponce@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
July 7, 21
Lakeland Public Library Preschool Storytime (10 AM Wednesdays); ages 2-5
July 8, 15, 22
Larry Jackson Branch Library Preschool Storytime (10 AM Thursdays); ages 2-5
July 9, 16, 23
Lakeland Public Library Baby Storytime (11 AM Thursdays); ages birth-18 months
July 9, 16, 23
Larry R. Jackson Branch Library Bilingual Storytime (10 AM select Thursdays); ages 2-5
July 30
Lakeland Public Library Children's Theater Interactive Storytime (2 PM select Saturdays); ages 4 and up
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
Postcards are a popular way of sending greetings to folks at home OR serve as a souvenir of your travels.
Enjoy this "Greetings from Lakeland" photographic stroll through greetings from Lakeland, Florida, 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!
