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Lakeland Public Library

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The Lakeland Public Library is a public library located in Lakeland, Florida within Polk County, FL. It is a member of the Polk County Library Cooperative (PCLC). The library has three branch locations. The main library is located at 100 Lake Morton Dr. Lakeland, FL 33801.

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History

Lakeland's first public library opened in 1927 in what is now the Park Trammell Building on the north shore Lake Morton. In 1966 a new facility was built on the east shore of Lake Morton and the library moved into its current location.

Branches

  • Lakeland Public Library
  • Larry R. Jackson Branch Library, 1700 N. Florida Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33805
  • eLibrary South Lakeland, 4740 S. Florida Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33813

    • What is an eLibrary? The "e" stands for express. The small collection features recent fiction, non-fiction, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, bestsellers, and HotSpots. Additionally, they offer fifteen public access computers, free Wi-fi, and pick-up or drop-off of items from any Polk County public library.

    Services

    At all three library locations you can

  • Apply for a library card
  • Check out / return / renew / reserve materials
  • Pay fines
  • Check your library account
  • Receive a guest pass for computer use
  • Get help with research questions
  • Ask about online databases & eBooks
  • Access FREE wireless (password required)
  • Fax or copy an item (with fee)
  • Schedule one-on-one technology tutoring

    • Digital Content

    Lakeland Public Library card holders have access to digital content including:

  • eBooks
  • eAudiobooks
  • eMusic
  • eMagazines
  • eLearning/Resources
  • eMovies/TV
  • Indie/Aspiring Authors

    • References

    Lakeland Public Library Wikipedia
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