Join us on Wednesday, June 11th from 5 pm to 6:30 pm in the Commons at Lakeland Public Library to explore new craft skills in a guided, hands-on creative experience for crafters of all experience levels. This month, it's Florida map coasters! All supplies will be provided.
This event is for ages 18+. Registration is required and opens at 5 PM on Wednesday, June 4th.
This summer, your adventure begins at the library! We’re celebrating the power of stories to take you on thrilling journeys, introduce you to fascinating characters, and explore far-off lands, both real and imaginary. Along the way, you can earn rewards by reading books and engaging in activities!
June 2nd - July 25th
Children ages 0-12 can participate in the Kids' Summer Reading Program and adults and teens ages 13+ can register for the Adult and Teen Summer Reading Program.
Learn more about the summer reading programs, storytimes, registration, and prizes.
Join us in the Lakeland Public Library Meeting Room on Saturday, June 7th from 2 PM to 4 PM to craft DIY refrigerator magnets! We will supply bookish stickers and magnet sheets, but feel free to bring small photos or other keepsakes too. Once you've picked out your favorites, we will guide you step-by-step to make your own unique magnets.
No registration required. All ages welcome. Ages under 13 will need guardian supervision.
Questions? Contact Diana at 863.834.4278 or email Diana.Edgar-Logsdon@lakelandgov.net.
Storytime is on for the summer! All three Lakeland Library locations have preschool storytimes for children ages 2-5 and their grownups, and the Lakeland Public Library has a baby storytime too for children birth to age 2! 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)
June 17
July 1, 15
Lakeland Public Library Preschool Storytimes (10 AM select Wednesdays)
June 11, 18, 25
July 2, 9, 16, 23
Lakeland Public Library Baby Storytimes (11 AM select Thursdays)
June 5, 12, 26
July 3, 10, 17, 24
Larry Jackson Branch Library Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays)
June 5, 12
July 3, 10, 17, 24
Larry Jackson Branch Library Bilingual Storytime (10 AM last Thursday of the month)
June 26
July 31
For more information, please contact the Kelly Branch Library 863.834.4286, the Lakeland Public Library 863.834.4268, or the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library 863.834.4288
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:
Access millions of songs and artists. Download and keep 5 songs each week absolutely FREE! Plus, unlimited music streaming! Even better? 15,000+ Music videos are available too! All you need is your library card.
Visit Freegal Music to get started!
The City of Lakeland is home to thirty-eight named lakes and a few unnamed ones. Many of the names tell part of the history of the city. These prominent geographical features vary in sizes, with Lake Parker being the largest within the city limits. A large portion of the lakes are natural, while others are man-made. People enjoy their beauty, fish in the waters and play on their shores.
Enjoy this "Lakeland Its Lakes" photographic stroll through our area's lakes and lakefront recreation places, showcased from our Flickr digital collection.
