FAQ's

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● Who is eligible for a free library card?

Anyone age 5 and older who lives, works, and/or goes to school in Lamar County may get a library car ... (Read More)

● Can I get a card if I don't live in Lamar County?

Patrons living outside of the Lamar County service area are eligible for a library card at no additi ... (Read More)

● How old does my child need to be to get his/her own card?

Children are eligible for their own regular library card when they reach the age of 5 years. All app ... (Read More)

● How much does a library card cost?

To sign up for a free library card, you must visit any Lamar County Library System location a ... (Read More)

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Library Events

Lamar County Library Events

● Christmas & New Year Holiday Hours

Dec 24, 2025 (Wednesday) - Jan 03, 2026 (Saturday) | Lumberton Public Library
The attached flyer states our holiday operating hours.

● Holiday Closure

Dec 24, 2025 (Wednesday) - Jan 03, 2026 (Saturday) | L.R. Boyer Memorial Library
Please see flyer for our holiday closures

● Closed in Observance of New Year's holiday

Dec 31, 2025 (Wednesday) - Jan 03, 2026 (Saturday) | Purvis Public Library
All Lamar County Library branches will be closed in observance of the New Year's holiday. Have a happy and safe New Year, and we will see you in 2026!

● Coffee Crawl

Jan 05, 2026 (Monday) - Mar 02, 2026 (Monday) | Oak Grove Public Library
Stop by the library and pick up a punch-card. Take the card around to many of the coffee shops in our area. Once you purchase something, your card will be stamped. Bring the card back to the library after you have 5 stamps and you will get a limited edition Lamar County Library mug. If you visit all the locations you will be entered to win a a gift basket featuring items from the coffee shops.

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