Ahoy, mateys! A ghostly ship has docked at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library, and pirates are taking over! On both Thursday October 30th from 4:30-6:30 pm AND Friday October 31st from 2:30-4:30 pm, the library will feature an eerie, yet family-friendly walkthrough, games with treasure, and, of course, candy! Come to whichever session fits your busy schedule.
The Haunted Shipwreck is open to buccaneers of all ages, no registration required, and family-friendly costumes (including pirate garb) are encouraged.
Questions? Contact Cassie Walters-Shantal at 863.834.4294 or email cassandra.walters-shantal@lakelandgov.net
Think strong bones are all about calcium? No bones about it — there’s more to the story! Join us on Wednesday, October 29th at 3 PM in the Commons at the Lakeland Public Library to learn about “bone builders” and “bone bandits,” get practical tips for protecting your bones at any age, and even sample a delicious, bone-healthy recipe. Walk away with easy ways to boost your bone strength beyond the milk carton in this fun, educational class with the University of Florida!
Registration required. This event is for ages 18+.
Questions? Contact Ángeles Otero at 863.834.4276 or email Ángeles.Otero@lakelandgov.net.
Vote for your favorite book pumpkin in our virtual book pumpkin contest!
Voting runs October 25 - October 30.
All three Lakeland Library locations have preschool storytimes for children ages 2-5 and their grownups! With stories, songs, rhymes, and activities, storytimes promote the development of preliteracy, verbal and listening skills, and socio-emotional skills.
Kelly Branch Library Storytimes (10:15 AM select Tuesdays)
November 4, 18
Lakeland Public Library Storytimes (10 AM select Wednesdays)
October 29 (followed by Halloween Costume Parade at 10:30 AM)
Larry R. Jackson Branch Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays)
November 6, 13
Larry Jackson Branch Library Bilingual Storytime (10 AM last Thursday of the month)
October 30
For more information, please contact the Kelly Branch Library 863.834.4286, Lakeland Public Library 863.834.4268, or Larry R. Jackson Branch Library 863.834.4288
This Friday only—October 31st—it's your treat! Enjoy 50% off at the Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Lakeland Public Library! Browse and select from a variety of genres and formats for all ages!
All Friends book area sales are cash-only and discount will be taken at register.
Hurricane season begins June 1st and ends November 30th
Find information about weather alerts, safety information, sandbags, shelters, updates about City services and closures and more from the City of Lakeland's Hurricane site and Polk County Hurricane Preparedness site.
Additional hurricane preparedness resources from the National Weather Service include:
