Join us on Wednesday, October 8th 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 handmade woven bookmarks! All supplies will be provided.
This event is for ages 18+. Registration is required and opens at 5 PM on Wednesday, October 1st.
Calling all 13 to 17-year-old anime fans! The LJB Anime club is dedicated to all things manga and anime! We have crafts, anime-related activities, art materials, and snacks. Bring your opinions, recommendations, and come hang out! Join us on Saturday, September 27th from 3 PM to 4:30 PM at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library!
Please note that some shows might have content intended for a PG-13 audience.
Questions? Contact Marine Acosta Ponce 863.834.1828 or email marine.acostaponce@lakelandgov.net for additional information.
Join us in the Lakeland Public Library Meeting Room on Tuesday, September 30th from 10 AM to 11 AM to explore the joys of gardening and all about how to grow houseplants through an engaging collaborative program with the University of Florida! Discover how to choose the right container and select the best plants for your indoor space, as well as essential tips for keeping your houseplants thriving. No registration required. Ages 18+.
Questions? Contact Ángeles Otero at 863.834.4276 or email Ángles.Otero@lakelandgov.net
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)
October 7, 21
Lakeland Public Library Storytimes (10 AM select Wednesdays)
October 8, 15, 22, 29
Larry R. Jackson Branch Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays)
October 2, 9, 16, 23
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
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:
Did you know that your favorite magazines are available on your device with Libby, the library reading app? Browse and borrow from an incredible array of magazines covering a wide range of interests with no wait lists. From fashion and finance to science and society, there’s something for everyone.
"Taking what they're giving, working for a living"
Enjoy this "Workers of Lakeland" photographic stroll through Lakeland's wide variety of job opportunities and the workers who have made it happen through the years, showcased from our Flickr digital collection.
