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

● Book Club

April 21, 2026 (Tuesday) | L.R. Boyer Memorial Library
Read-Meet-Discuss

● Friends of the Library Meeting

April 21, 2026 (Tuesday) | L.R. Boyer Memorial Library
Friends meet quarterly to see how and what they need to do to help the library. The library needs more friends! If you are interested, please join a meeting to see what it's all about!

● Once Upon a Crime: Asylum Hill

April 21, 2026 (Tuesday) | Purvis Public Library
Join us for a special investigative Once Upon a Crime! Dr. Jennifer Mack will be visiting to discuss the Asylum Hill Project and the ongoing archaeological excavation.

● Tech Tuesdays

April 21, 2026 (Tuesday) | L.R. Boyer Memorial Library
Need help with setting up a FB account, email, or any other tech issues. We have set aside a few hours every Tuesday to help you with all your tech needs!

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