Library News

December 08, 2025 | News

We are Hiring

Lamar County Library System is hiring a full-time Branch Manager for our Purvis location. This position oversees daily branch operations, supervises staff, supports patron services, and helps plan community programs.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and library experience; college coursework and supervisory experience are preferred. Schedule is Monday–Friday (9–6) with rotating Saturdays (10–2).

Apply online by December 22, 2025.
Resume upload required.

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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?

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● 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?

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Library Events

Lamar County Library Events

● DIY Snowglobes

December 15, 2025 (Monday) | Oak Grove Public Library
Make your own snow-globe! Due to the toxicity of the glue, we are asking that children are not left to make the snow-globes but must have adult supervision at all times.

● Cookies with Cops/Community

December 15, 2025 (Monday) | L.R. Boyer Memorial Library
Santa, the Grinch, and other characters will be at our annual Cookies with Community on December 15th. Join us for a night of community fun and take LOTS of photos!

● Book Club

December 16, 2025 (Tuesday) | L.R. Boyer Memorial Library
Read-Meet-Discuss

● Tech Tuesdays

December 16, 2025 (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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