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  • Stacks of illustrated books on cream background with text Book Clubs

    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.

     

  • Aerial view of winding black road with four location points identified and text Rules of the Road: A Personal Finance Workshop, Lakeland Public Library; link to Lakeland Libraries' event calendar

    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

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    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 Commons at the Lakeland Public Library.

    Next Meeting:  Saturday, March 29th
    2 PM - 3:30 PM 

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

 

  • Colorful background with books, flowers, lightbulbs, and swirls with text "La Biblioteca Viva! abril 8, 5:30 PM, Biblioteca Publica de Lakeland" and small bookcover of "El Olor De Las Orquideas by Mariana Garcia Luna"; link to Library event calendar

    ¡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.

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    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) 
    March 26
    April 2, 9, 30

    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  

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    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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