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Book Clubs at the Lakeland Libraries

Book clubs are a great way to meet other readers and discover new favorite authors and titles. We've got a variety of book clubs across our three Lakeland Libraries locations that we think you'll love.  Check out our event calendar for upcoming book club meetings and learn about our book clubs below.

The Reserve Book Club -- Want to discuss that popular new title you just finished?  We're here for you!  Every month we'll discuss a recent best-selling book. We meet at the Kelly Branch Library on the first Thursday of the month at 6:15 pm. 

Sweet & Spicy Book Club -- This is NOT your Mother’s Book Club! Join your favorite librarians to discuss a different romance book each month. Explore new genres, share recommendations, and make friends. The Sweet & Spicy Book Club meets in the Lakeland History Room at the Lakeland Public Library on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. 

Books Sandwiched In -- Looking to expand your reading palate? Love to talk about books? Books Sandwiched In explores a variety of topics, genres, and formats. Books Sandwiched In meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library at 12:15 PM.

¡La biblioteca viva! -- Un club de lectura donde las historias cobran vida a través de la conversación y la interacción. Aquí, cada libro es una puerta abierta a nuevas ideas, culturas y emociones, transformando la experiencia de leer en un viaje compartido. ¡Ven y sé parte de una biblioteca que respira, escucha y conecta! La biblioteca viva se reune el segundo martes a las 5:30 PM de cada mes en la biblioteca principal de Lakeland.

 

Rules of the Road: Personal Finance Workshop

Why are some people more successful investors than others? Do they know a secret? Definitely not – because there are no real secrets to investing. But there are rules you can follow as you work toward your goals. Join us in the Lakeland Public Library Meeting Room on Thursday, April 3rd at 5:30 PM for our Rules of the Road presentation with Edward Jones financial advisor Amanda Salcido, AAMS. You’ll learn:

• The most common investing mistakes and how to avoid them
• Investing strategies to help you reach your long-term goals
• What you can do to help ensure you stay on track

No registration required. Ages 18+.

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

Book Bouquet Workshop

Join us on Tuesday, April 8th from 12 PM to 1 PM in the Commons at the Lakeland Public Library and celebrate National Library Week by creating a dried flower book bouquet!  You can either bring your own hardback book or use one provided by us. Let’s gets tearing and arranging!

Registration is required and opens Tuesday, April 1st at 12 PM. This event is for ages 18+.

¡La biblioteca viva! Spanish Book Club

Únase con nosotros en nuestra discusión de libro en español, ¡La biblioteca viva!, un club de lectura donde las historias cobran vida a través de la conversación y la interacción.

Aquí, cada libro es una puerta abierta a nuevas ideas, culturas y emociones, transformando la experiencia de leer en un viaje compartido. ¡Ven y sé parte de una biblioteca que respira, escucha y conecta! La biblioteca viva se reune el segundo martes a las 5:30 PM de cada mes en la biblioteca principal de Lakeland.

El libro para el mes de abril es El olor de las orquídeas, de la autora Mariana García Luna.

Para más información se puede comunicar con Angeles Otero o Luis Perez al teléfono 863.834.4276 o 863.863.4264.

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) 
April 1, 15

Lakeland Public Library Storytimes (10 AM select Wednesdays) 
April 2, 9, 30
May 7, 14

Larry R. Jackson Branch Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays) 
April 3, 10, 17
May 1, 8, 15, 22

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  

Introducing Magazines on Libby!

Your favorite magazines are now 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. Get started today for free with your library card on Libby!

Playgrounds, Parks, Fields, and Gardens

Lakeland is home to many outdoor (and indoor) spaces to enjoy, imagine, reflect, and relax.

Enjoy this "Playgrounds, Parks, Fields, and Gardens" photographic stroll through our area's green spaces and recreation places, showcased from our Flickr digital collection.