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

● Mississippi Writers' Guild-Sumrall Chapter

September 19, 2026 (Saturday) | L.R. Boyer Memorial Library
This group is for the writers in and around the Sumrall area to gather, share, and give feedback on their work.

● Cinema Saturday

September 19, 2026 (Saturday) | Purvis Public Library
Join us at the library every Saturday for a family-friendly film.

● Friends of the Library Meeting

September 21, 2026 (Monday) | Purvis Public Library
Swing by the Friends of the Library meeting to talk about upcoming events, becoming involved in the community, and all things library!