Holiday Hours for All Lakeland Libraries
Christmas: Friday, December 23 - Closed
Saturday, December 24 - Closed
Sunday, December 25 - Closed
Monday, December 26 - Closed
New Year's: Sunday, January 1 - Closed
Monday, January 2 - Closed
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Lakeland History and Culture Center
at the Lakeland Public Library
Opened on September 8, 2022, the Lakeland History and Culture Center features a 1400 square foot exhibit space dedicated to telling the many stories of our community.
The current exhibit, Ties That Bind: 1880-1925, Lakeland's Formative Years, showcases the early days of Lakeland's founding and incorporation, as well as the role of the railroads in helping to build and develop the area.
Click here for more information about the Lakeland History & Culture Center.
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Generators: Library of Congress Genealogy Reference Service
[Main Library | Mon, Dec 5 @
6 pm]
The Generators is a hands-on workshop focusing on family genealogy. This monthly meeting is centered around a topic of genealogical interest.
Questions? Contact LuAnn Mims at 863.834.4269 or LuAnn.Mims@lakelandgov.net
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Writers @ LPL
[Virtual Meeting l Wed, Dec 7 @ 5:30 pm]
Writers @ LPL is a writing group hosted by Lakeland Public Library.
Writers @ LPL takes an active approach to writing. In each session we’ll discuss writing-related topics, but the focus will be putting words on the page.
Please register for this Zoom meet-up.
Questions? Contact Brenda Patterson at 863.834.4276 or
Brenda.Patterson@lakelandgov.net
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Stories and Stones: Roselawn Cemetery Tour
[Roselawn @ E Parker St |
Sat, Dec 10 @ 9 am]
Join us for a walking tour of one of Lakeland’s oldest cemeteries, Roselawn.
Learn more about the history of Lakeland, as told through the stories of some of our past residents, and become familiar with common funerary iconography.
The tour will begin at the northern end of the cemetery, just off East Parker Street.
Please wear appropriate shoes, use sun protection, and stay hydrated.
Questions? Contact Rebecca Whalon at 863.834.4212 or Rebecca.Whalon@lakelandgov.net
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Get Organized to Write Your Family History
[Main Library l Mon, Dec 12 @ 5:30 pm]
So you want to write your family story? Join this workshop to help get you organized and ready!
The program will be focused on family genealogy, but could be beneficial to other writers.
Questions? Contact LuAnn Mims at 863.834.4269 or LuAnn.Mims@lakelandgov.net
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Knit One, Crochet Too!
[Jackson Branch | Wednesdays @ 5:30pm]
Our knitting/crochet club meets Wednesday evenings at the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library.
Bring your current yarn project in and chat with other yarn fanatics.
Some knowledge of either knitting or crocheting recommended.
Questions? Contact Lisa Kolesar at 863.834.4281 or Lisa.Kolesar@lakelandgov.net
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Made @ the Library
[Jackson Branch | Thu, Dec 15 @ 5:30 pm]
Join us for a new, in-person, adult craft program.
Made @ the Library will feature a new project every month.
Supplies will be provided; all you need to do is register.
This program is for adults 18 and over and is free to attend.
Questions? Contact Susan Crawford at 863.834.4282 or
Susan.Crawford@lakelandgov.net
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Preschool Storytime
[Main Library | Wed, Dec 7 & 14 @ 10 am]
Ages 2-5
Join us for stories and activities featuring books, songs, and rhymes that promote the development of verbal and listening skills.
Questions? Contact Melissa Estrada at 863.834.4275 or Melissa.Estrada@lakelandgov.net
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Crafternoon
[Jackson Branch | Tue, Dec 20 @ 3 pm]
Ages 5 and up
Come create with us! We’ll supply the materials; just bring your imagination!
Crafternoon is a monthly, drop-in craft program at the Larry R. Jackson Branch.
Questions? Contact Danielle Daniels at 863.834.4291 or Danielle.Daniels@lakelandgov.net
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Did you know that reading to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers helps them develop essential skills for later success in school?
Build a future reader by joining the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program! Stop by the Jackson Branch or the eLibrary to pick up a packet. Then just track your reading to earn prizes as you work towards the 1,000 book goal.
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Storytime at Home
[Jackson Branch Library]
Ages 2-5
Check out a Storytime at Home kit for your little reader. Each themed kit includes 3-5 pictures books, an activity guide, a craft, songs and more. Current themes include dogs, cats, hedgehogs, dinosaurs, birthdays, police and firemen.
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Take-Home Storytime
[eLibrary South Lakeland]
Ages 2-5
Missing storytime at the Library? We've made a take-home version! Drop by the eLibrary and grab some books from our display table, get a sheet of suggested songs and rhymes, and ask for a craft at the desk. Voila! Storytime, anytime.
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Have you tried the book lockers at Kelly Recreation Center?
Place items on hold and choose “Lakeland Book Locker” as the pickup location.
Once you are notified the items are available, visit the book lockers inside Kelly Recreation Center and scan your library card to retrieve your items.
It's that easy!
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Find out what new books and movies have arrived at the Library by signing up for our new material email alerts The Goods.
Select your interests and once a month an alert will be delivered to your inbox!
Click here to sign up.
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black & brew
is open!
Stop by the Main Library to relax and recharge in the coffee shop.
Hours:
Monday thru Friday: 7 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 8 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 10:30 am - 5 pm
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