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

● Books and Brunch

March 11, 2026 (Wednesday) | Oak Grove Public Library
This month we are discussing "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" by John Berendit.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil is a bestselling non-fiction book by John Berendt, published in 1994, that blends true crime with a vivid portrait of Savannah, Georgia's eccentric characters and social scene, centered around the murder trial of antiques dealer Jim Williams for the shooting of Danny Hansford

● Clover Story Time

March 11, 2026 (Wednesday) | Purvis Public Library
Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 AM at the library for story time! Get ready to read a book and make a fun craft, this week's theme is clovers!

● Kids Bingo

March 11, 2026 (Wednesday) | Lumberton Public Library
Bring the kids, ages 5-17, to play a few fun rounds of bingo. Small prizes are awarded at the end of each round.