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  • Painting of blooming citrus and oranges with lake and forest scene in background and white ibis flying with text "Birth of the Citrus Flavor Industry in Central Florida with Dr. Robert A. Kryger; Thursday, March 13th at 5:30 PM" and Lakeland History & Culture Center logo with text Lecture Series; link to lecture series event calendar page

    Lakeland History & Culture Center Lecture Series

    Join us at the Lakeland Public Library on Thursday, March 13th at 5:30 PM as Dr. Robert A. Kryger, a physics professor at Florida Polytechnic University and author of the book, "The Florida Citrus Flavor Industry, 1900-2000," presents "Birth of the Citrus Flavor Industry in Central Florida."

    Largely unknown to most Floridians, Florida’s citrus industry impacts millions of international consumers in products beyond fresh citrus fruits and juices, through specialized citrus flavoring products used in foods and beverages worldwide. Although citrus peels and oils have been used for flavoring for more than two millennia, a niche industry began to develop in Central Florida around 1960 to produce these flavors and eventually came to dominate the global market. In this presentation, Dr. Kryger will share insights into how modern citrus flavors are produced and highlight the importance of Lakeland and Central Florida in the development of this global industry.

    Find out more information about "Birth of the Citrus Flavor Industry in Florida".  No registration is required.

  • Row of hanging plants and potted plants framing text: Plant Swap @ the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library; link to Plant Swap event registration

    Plant Swap at the Jackson Branch

    Calling all local plant lovers! Come hang out with us, meet other plant parents, and exchange plant clippings, full plants, or seeds on Saturday, March 15th from 10 AM to 11 AM at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library. Registration is required.

    To be sure everyone has a great experience, we ask that you do the following:

    1. Bring only healthy, pest-free plants.  Check your plants and soil for pests and disease before you bring them.
    2. Bring at least one plant, cutting or seed pack to trade.  The more you bring, the more you can go home with, but you must have something to trade to participate in the swap. 
    3. Label all plants, cuttings, and seeds.  All swapped items must be labeled with the type of plant and care instructions.
    4. Plants/cuttings must be in a container, able to transport.  Plants being swapped must be in a pot you are willing to part with.  Cuttings should be wrapped in a wet paper towel and placed in a ziploc bag.
    5. Bring a box or container to take your new plants home.  This is the perfect time to use that pile of totes or un-broken down boxes. 
    6. Trades and giveaways only, no selling.  No buying/selling of plants among participants will be allowed.  The purpose of the plant swap is to increase your plant collection and meet other plant parents.

     

    Register for the Plant Swap

  • Microsoft Word icon on navy checked background with text "Word Basics: Formatting" Larry R. Jackson Branch

    Word Basics: Formatting at Jackson Branch Library

    Join us at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library on Tuesday, March 25th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM to learn how to format documents in Microsoft Word to make them look the way you want and incorporate multimedia elements. 

    If you would like to use a library-provided laptop, registration is required and opens Tuesday, March 18th at 5:30 PM. You do not need to register if you bring your own device, but please know that this class will focus on Windows computers and some instruction may differ.

    Questions? Contact Ray Daugherty at 863.834.4291 or email Ray.Daugherty@lakelandgov.net.

 

  • Five seated children looking off screen smiling; link to Lakeland Libraries' Storytime Programs event calendar

    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) 
    March 18

    Lakeland Public Library Storytimes (10 AM select Wednesdays) 
    March 12, 19, 26
    April 2, 9, 30

    Larry R. Jackson Branch Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays) 
    March 13, 20
    April 3, 10, 17

    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  

  • Libby logo on maroon background with text borrow ebooks, audiobooks & magazines; Link to Libby digital collection

    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!

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