Library

Library Holiday Hours at Main Library

The Lakeland Public Library will be closed on Sunday, April 20th, for the Easter holiday.

We will reopen on Monday, April 21st at 9 am.

Orchid Gardening Workshop

Join us in the Lakeland Public Library Meeting Room on Tuesday, April 29th from 10 AM to 11 AM to explore horticulture and the art of cultivating orchids through an engaging collaborative program with the University of Florida!  No registration required.

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

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 with fun writing prompts, encouragement, and prizes.  If this sounds like a  good time, then this is the Write Spot for you. Join us on Saturday, April 26th from 2 PM to 3:30 PM in The Commons at the Lakeland Public Library!

This event is for ages 18+. No registration required.

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

Bilingual Spanish/English Storytime at Jackson Branch

Traiga a su pequeño a la hora de cuentos en la Biblioteca de Larry R. Jackson. Disfrute de canciones, rimas y libros todo en Ingles y Español!

Bring your little one to storytime at the Larry R. Jackson Library. Enjoy songs, rhymes and books in both English and Spanish!

Thursday, April 24th at 10 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) 
May 6, 20

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

Larry R. Jackson Branch Storytimes (10 AM select Thursdays) 
April 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.