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

● Mini Liberty Bell Craft

July 06, 2026 (Monday) | Purvis Public Library
Get creative and celebrate American history with us as we paint mini Liberty Bells! This fun, hands-on craft program is free and open to all ages. Join us for an afternoon of creativity and fun at the library!

● Shark Lego

July 06, 2026 (Monday) | Oak Grove Public Library
This event will run like our normal Lego Open Play programs, the twist is we will have shark patterns so you can build your ow shark from Legos!

● Patriotic Perler Bead Craft

July 07, 2026 (Tuesday) | Purvis Public Library
Celebrate American history with us as we create patriotic Perler bead designs! This fun, hands-on craft program is free and open to all ages. All supplies provided.

● American Girl Tea Party with Chick-fil-a

July 07, 2026 (Tuesday) | Oak Grove Public Library
Celebrate America's 250th with a special tea party featuring our favorite American Girls. Chick-fil-a will also be here to help us celebrate. We will serve refreshments, play games, do crafts and party like it's 1776!

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