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

● Scholastic Bookfair with the Friends of the Oak Grove Public Library

Aug 10, 2026 (Monday) - Aug 15, 2026 (Saturday) | Oak Grove Public Library
Do you remember the Scholastic Book Fair coming to your school? Now it will be at the Oak Grove Public Library! This event will be sponsored by the Friends of the Oak Grove Public Library group. All proceeds will go back to the library.

● Cinema Saturday

August 15, 2026 (Saturday) | Purvis Public Library
Join us at the library every Saturday for a family-friendly film.

● Friends of the Library Meeting

August 17, 2026 (Monday) | Purvis Public Library
Swing by the Friends of the Purvis Library meeting to talk about upcoming events, becoming involved in the community, and all things library!