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EXHIBIT NOW OPEN
The Ties That Bind, 1880-1925, looks at Lakeland's formative years with a focus on the railroad's impact on the areas population growth and economy. This interactive display is FREE and FAMILY friendly.
The Exhibit Gallery and History Room are open the same hours of the library.
For tour information please contact: 863.834.4269

The Generators- Genealogy Club
[Monday, March 6 @ 5:30PM]
Registration opens Monday, February 27
NOTE Change in Start Time

The Generators: is an ad hoc hands-on workshop that focuses on Family Genealogy.
This is a monthly discussion meeting centered about a topic of genealogical interest and a
chance to connect with others to learn more about genealogy.

March Topic: Finding Women in Courthouse Records

Lakeland History and Culture Center

The Spring 2023 History Lecture Series presents four notable local history speakers. All programs are FREE and requires NO registration

January 25 ~ Communities of the Kathleen Area with Lois Sherrouse-Murphy
February 23 ~ Henry Bradley Plant and the Gilded Age with Dr. Canter Brown, Jr
March 30 ~ We Freeze to Please - Lakeland Ice House with William Lloyd Harris
April 20 ~ Buffalo Soldiers - Those Men Who Came Before with Richard Wilder

for more information call 863.834.4269

City Cemetery Tours
Stories and Stones - Roselawn Cemetery
[Saturday, March 18 @9:00am-10:15]

A FREE walk and talk tour of the Roselawn Cemetery will focus on
biographies of Lakeland's notable ancestors.
*recommended ages 13- adult

Registration required - opens [March 11]

Focus On: Family Search

It's easy and FREE to use the resources of the Family Search genealogy website! Come find out how to navigate and utilize this popular database.

[Tuesday, March 28 @ 5:30-7pm]

Registration opens [March 21]

CYNDI'S LIST

Cyndi's List has been a trusted genealogy research site for more than 25 years. Cyndi's List is free for everyone to use and it is meant to be your starting point when researching online. To learn more about this fantastic resource join this hands-on workshop. Bring your laptop or tablet to follow along.

[Monday, April 24 @ 5:30-7pm]

Registration opens [April 17]

The Lakeland History Room Digital Collections contains more than 8000 images. Each month a different collection will be spotlighted.

Take a review of a photo collection featuring local sports and recreational activities.

Flickr Featured Album: READY TO PLAY

Lakeland Legend / Legacy / Lore Series
Ruth Elder: American Girl
In 1927, a young Ruth Elder, along with seasoned pilot George Haldeman attempted a trans-Atlantic flight after training for months in Lakeland.. Discover more about this record breaking journey.

Lake Mirror Tour
Green Hat and White Gloves
Resumes in September through May on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. This free 'walk and talk' tour provides insight into Lakeland's history as presented through the eyes of Serena Bailey, City Librarian from 1929-1959.
Registration is now open on the Library's Calendar or call the
Lake Mirror Office @ 863.834.2280
March 14 - April 11 - May 9

With your library card, you have free digital access to a wide array of current news resources in the library or at home.

Browse our digital newspaper services for free access to America's News, Lakeland Ledger Collection, and the New York Times online!

NEWSPAPER RESOURCES

Start your family history search
here at the library!

This FREE access is available at all three Lakeland Library locations and throughout Polk County's libraries.

Not sure where to start? Call
863.834.4269 for details.

Create your own Personal Family Archive and digitize your old home movies, photos, cassettes, slides & negatives so you can easily share them with family and friends.

To schedule an appointment please fill out our contact form or for more information call
Rebecca Whalon 863.834.4212

DIY Digitize Form

For more information about any of these events, contact LuAnn Mims 863.834.4269 or luann.mims@lakelandgov.net

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In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 286.26, Florida Statute, persons with disabilities needing special accommodation to participate in this proceeding, or those requiring language assistance (free of charge) should contact the City of Lakeland ADA Specialist, Jenny Sykes. Because providing a reasonable accommodation may require outside assistance, the City asks that any request be made with as much notice as possible; preferably five (5) business days, but no less than two (2) business days, in advance of the event, at: (863) 834-8444, Email: Jenny.Sykes@lakelandgov.net. If Deaf or Hard of Hearing, please contact the TDD numbers: Local – (863) 834-8333 or 1-(800) 955-8771
(TDD – Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) or the
Florida Relay Service number: 1-(800) 955-8770 (VOICE), for assistance.