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  • Purple and pink watercolor flowers framing text Mayfaire Library Hours

    Mayfaire Library Hours at Main Library

    The Lakeland Public Library will be open regular hours on Saturday, May 10th but closed on Sunday, May 11th, for Mayfaire.

    We will reopen on Monday, May 12th at 9 am.

  • 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.

     

  • Bookcase with three shelves of books and one shelf of growing seeds surrounded by two potted plants and banner above "Seed Library! Spring Bloom" and text below Seed Library is at the Lakeland Public Library service desk

    Seed Library Available in May

    The Seed Library is back at the Lakeland Public Library! This seasonal program created for all gardening enthusiasts will be available for the month of May. Stop by the Service Desk at the Lakeland Public Library and select up to three seed packets. Don't forget to check out our gardening books and resources available at the library to help you cultivate your green thumb. Happy planting!

 

  • Red dragon forming circle with its body surrounding red icosahedron 20-sided die and text "Adventurer's Guild, Ages 13-17, the Commons at Lakeland Public Library"; link to Lakeland Libraries event calendar

    Adventurer's Guild RPG

    Dungeon-crawling, dragon-slaying, dice-rolling fun for ages 13-17! Join us on Friday, May 9th at 3 PM in the Commons at the Lakeland Public Library for a role playing game where you can play your character in a fantasy setting. Beginners welcome. All materials provided.

    No registration required.

    Questions? Contact Christopher Philip at 863.834.4250 or email Christopher.Philip@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) 
    May 6, 20

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

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

  • 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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