All three Lakeland Library locations will be closed Friday, July 4th for the Independence Day holiday.
The Lakeland Public Library and Larry R. Jackson Branch Library will reopen on Saturday, July 5th at 9 AM.
The Kelly Branch Library will reopen Monday, July 7th at 9 AM.
This is NOT your Mother’s Book Club! Join your favorite librarians at the Lakeland Public Library on July 1st at 5:30 PM to discuss "It Happened One Summer" by Tessa Bailey. Each month, we will explore new genres, share recommendations, and make friends. The Sweet & Spicy Book Club meets at the Lakeland Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. This event is for ages 18+. No registration required.
July's book: By the Book by Jasmine Guillory
Beginning Monday, June 16th, the computer area at Lakeland Public Library will be unavailable due to construction. The Lakeland Public Library will have a limited number of public access computer stations, but public-use computers are also available at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library. Printing and faxing services will still be available at both locations.
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.
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)
July 1, 15
Lakeland Public Library Preschool Storytimes (10 AM select Wednesdays)
July 2, 9, 16, 23
Lakeland Public Library Baby Storytimes (11 AM select Thursdays)
July 3, 10, 17, 24
Larry Jackson Branch Library Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays)
July 3, 10, 17, 24
Larry Jackson Branch Library Bilingual Storytime (10 AM last Thursday of the month)
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:
...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.
