FAQ's

Learn more from our FAQ's

● 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)

Expanded FAQ's

Library Events

Lamar County Library Events

● Bunco Night

July 30, 2026 (Thursday) | Lumberton Public Library
Call us to reserve your seat for Bunco Night! This event is open to ages 16 and older.

● Craft and Chat

July 30, 2026 (Thursday) | Oak Grove Public Library
Crafters get together at the library to work on their own projects while chatting and having fun.

● Decorative Book Edges Craft

July 30, 2026 (Thursday) | Purvis Public Library
Customize your favorite book with our DIY Sprayed Edges Craft! Join us at the library to add a colorful touch to your bookshelf. Please call us at (601) 794-6291 or email us at purcirc@lamar.lib.ms.us to register for this event.

● Boat Storytime

July 30, 2026 (Thursday) | Oak Grove Public Library
Special Summer Reading storytimes will be on Thursdays. The stories will be a little longer than the rest of the year but the rest of the fun will remain the same.

Expanded Library Events