Library Holiday Hours
All three Lakeland Library locations will be closed Monday, January 19th for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday.
We will reopen Tuesday, January 20th at 9 AM.
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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Join us in the Commons at the Lakeland Public Library on Thursday, January 22nd at 5:30 PM to learn the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI), including what it is, how key AI tools work, and the use of tools like ChatGPT for writing, research, organization, and problem-solving in everyday life. No prior AI experience is required, but participants should have basic computer skills. Participants will need a ChatGPT account (free version is sufficient) and email access during the class for activities.
Registration is required and will open on Thursday, January 15th at 5:30 PM.
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Percy Jackson Escape Room
The Quest of the Golden Fleece at Lakeland Public Library on Saturday, January 24th!
You and your team of demigods have been summoned to Camp Half Blood, where the magical barrier that protects the camp is failing! The Golden Fleece has been stolen and hidden somewhere on the campgrounds. Teams of up to 5 participants will have 40 minutes to work together, decipher clues, and find the missing fleece to restore the camp’s protection before monsters invade.
Registration is required and will open on Saturday, January 17 at 10 am.
Demigods under 12 years old must have an adult on their team. Teams that are smaller than 5 may be paired with other participants.
There are multiple escape room sessions on January 24th; please only register for one session. All escape room sessions are the same experience.Let the quest begin!
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Stories & Stones Walking Tour
Join us on Saturday, January 24th at 9 AM for a walking tour of Lakeland’s oldest cemetery, Lakeview Cemetery. Explore local history through the stories of past residents and learn about the meanings behind funerary symbols.
Stories and Stones Historic Cemetery tours are offered monthly, alternating between Lakeview, Tiger Flowers, and Roselawn Cemeteries. Tours run October through March and are for ages 13+. Registration is required.
Find out more information and register beginning Saturday, January 10th at 9 AM. -
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)
January 20Lakeland Public Library Storytimes (10 AM select Wednesdays)
January 21, 28Larry R. Jackson Branch Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays)
January 22Larry Jackson Branch Library Bilingual Storytime (10 AM last Thursday of the month)
January 29For 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
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Sounds of Music
Lakeland is alive with the Sounds of Music.
Enjoy this "Sounds of Music" photographic stroll through Lakeland's local musical heritage, showcased from our Flickr Digital Collection.
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eBooks, Audiobooks, and Movies Anytime!
Download and enjoy up to 10 ebooks, audiobooks, and movies on your tablet or mobile device for free with OverDrive.
Create a free account with your library card and browse hundreds of titles, with new content added all the time. Plus, Lakeland users have access to additional OverDrive ADVANTAGE titles too!
For a quick and easy way to borrow and read from your library, download and try the Libby app, brought to you by Overdrive!