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  • White circle on orange background with text, "The Lakeland Public Library will be closed January 27-29"

    Main Library Closing January 27-29

    The Lakeland Public Library (100 Lake Morton Drive) will be temporarily closed for three days from Monday, January 27 through Wednesday, January 29, 2025. During the closure, staff will be relocating Youth Services collections and furniture back into the building from an offsite location.
     
    This closure follows significant updates to the children’s area, including new flooring, ceiling, lighting, HVAC system, fresh paint, and new furniture. The updates mark the completion of a multi-year comprehensive construction project that has enhanced the entire facility.
     
    While the library is closed, the book drop will remain available, and patrons can pick up reserved items curbside. To schedule a curbside pickup, please call 863-834-4263 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
     
    The library is eager to unveil the newly renovated space and looks forward to welcoming visitors when it reopens on Thursday, January 30, 2025. For more information, please contact Library Administration at 863-834-4270.
  • Photo of Dr. Linda Hogans, book cover of "From the Porch" with text "Meet & Greet author of From the Porch, Dr. Linda Hogans (www.authordrlindahogans.com). Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 PM, Larry R. Jackson Library; link to lecture series event calendar page

    Lakeland History & Culture Center Lecture Series

    Join us at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library (1700 North Florida Avenue) on Thursday, January 23rd at 5:30 PM as  Dr. Hogans shares from her inaugural work, "From the Porch," which draws from the roots of ancestral storytelling and word-weaving.

    "From the Porch" is rooted in a place of antiquity, resounding a message of hope and overcoming in a culture of social and economic marginalization. Its southern dialect in fiction binds the experiences of the late-1800s to the mid-1900s that are revealing for today’s culture.
    No registration required.

    Find out more information about "From the Porch" 

  • Colorful streamers and confetti background with text Lakeland Public Library Welcome Back Bash

    Welcome Back Bash at Main Library

    Youth Services is opening and we’re celebrating the Lakeland Public Library on Saturday, February 1st from 10 AM to 12 PM with an epic party! We’ve got games, music, face painting, and a delicious new citrus exhibit that’s going to zest up the fun! Join us for a celebration you won’t want to miss!

    All ages welcome.  No registration required.

 

  • Scroll with feather pen in inkwell and spot of ink and text The Write Spot; link to library event calendar for The Write Spot

    The Write Spot

    The Write Spot:  A safe place where people who like to write or are interested in writing can come and create in a supportive environment.  Fun writing prompts, encouragement, and prizes.  If this sounds like a  good time, then this is the Write Spot for you.

    The Write Spot meets the last Saturday of each month at 2 pm in The Lakeland History & Culture Center at the Lakeland Public Library.

    Next Meeting:  Saturday, January 25th
    2 PM - 3:30 PM 

    For more info, contact Charles Frierman at Charles.Frierman@lakelandgov.net.  No registration required.

  • Photo strip of three images of a man and woman holding paper hearts on paper heart confetti background with text Lakeland Public Library Valentine's Day Photoshoot; link to Lakeland Libraries' events calendar to register for Valentine's Day Photoshoot

    Valentine's Day Photoshoot

    Grab your sweetheart and head over to the Lakeland Public Library on Sunday, February 2nd from 2 PM to 4 PM for a Valentine’s Day photo opportunity with a professional photographer! Couples and families who register will receive two stunning 8x10 digital photos sent via email before the special day. Don’t miss out on the romance!

    Registration is required and will open on Sunday, January 26th at 2 PM.

    Please note: Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent. This is a family-friendly photoshoot. No pets will be allowed.

    Within 48 hours of registration, you will receive an email confirmation from David Gonzalez with the time slot for your photo session.  

    Questions, comments, or recommendations? Contact David at David.Gonzalez@lakelandgov.net or at 863-834-4277.

  • 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) 
    January 21
    February 4, 18

    Lakeland Public Library Storytimes (10 AM select Wednesdays) 
    February 5, 12

    Larry R. Jackson Branch Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays) 
    January 23
    February 6, 13, 20

    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  

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