Virtual fun you can have at home

When stormy weather rolls in, the fun at home rolls out. Throw on your coziest digs and explore Lakeland from the comfort of your couch.

A hand holding a smartphone showing a sculpture Lakeland's downtown public art trail. The real sculpture is seen in the background.

No need to leave home to explore all Lakeland has to offer.

Photo by LALtoday

We love to get out and experience Lakeland firsthand, but unpredictable weather sometimes confines us to our couches. Don’t get stir crazy — discover Swan City from your phone with these virtual resources.

Take a virtual hike through Se7en Wetlands. This tour will show you three miles of habitats, trails, and even some of the native wildlife, along with audio clips.

If art is more your forte, browse all the pieces found downtown with the Downtown Public Art Trail — no umbrella needed. Green thumb? You may enjoy the city’s virtual tours of its flowering + fruit tree collections in Hollis Garden and on Lake Morton.

Lakeland Public Library doesn’t just offer books for readers, it also has dozens of videos for viewers of all ages. Try crafts, read along with storybooks, or sing to tunes by Mr. Charles + his puppet friends.

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