Library

Stories & Stones Walking Tour

Join us on Saturday, February 28th at 9 AM for a walking tour of Lakeland’s oldest Black cemetery, Tiger Flowers Memorial Cemetery. Explore local history through the stories of past residents and learn about the meanings behind funerary symbols.

Stories and Stones Historic Cemetery tours are offered monthly, alternating between Lakeview, Tiger Flowers, and Roselawn Cemeteries. Tours run October through March and are for ages 13+. Registration is required.

Find out more information and register beginning Saturday, February 14th at 9 AM.

Divorce 101 Workshop

Divorce can be an emotionally and financially overwhelming experience. Join Edward Jones at the Lakeland Public Library on Thursday, February 19th at 5:30 PM for a supportive and informative workshop focused on the divorce process and the important decisions that often come with it. Learn the basics of:

• Property division
• Debt support
• Equitable distributions
• And much more!

No registration required. This event is for ages 18+.

Questions? Contact Ángeles Otero at 863.834.4276 or email Ángles.Otero@lakelandgov.net

Strum Bugs Ukulele Camp for Kids

Learn to play the ukulele! Join us for a four-day beginner ukulele series at the Lakeland Public Library, Tuesday, February 24th through Friday, February 27th from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM each day. Kids will learn the basics of playing the ukulele, practice simple chords, and enjoy plenty of joyful strumming together. No experience needed.

This class is perfect for young beginners ages 4-10, but seats are limited to 8 participants and registration is required. Reserve your spot and get ready to make some music!

Registration is required and will open on Tuesday, February 17th at 3:30 PM. When you register, you are signed up for all four days in the series. Each participant must be registered separately. 

Preschool Storytimes at Lakeland Libraries

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) 
February 17

Lakeland Public Library Storytimes (10 AM select Wednesdays) 
February 11

Larry R. Jackson Branch Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays) 
February 5, 12, 19

Larry Jackson Branch Library Bilingual Storytime (10 AM last Thursday of the month) 
February 26

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  

Communities Have Power

Enjoy this "Communities Have Power" photographic album dedicated to the African-American Community of Lakeland and those that helped open the door of opportunity for all, showcased from our Flickr digital collection.

eBooks, Audiobooks, and Movies Anytime!

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!

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