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

● Parents of Neurodivergent Chidren

August 06, 2026 (Thursday) | Oak Grove Public Library
Connect with other parents of neurodivergent children at this free library program! Come prepared with questions, share stories, and plan for the future in community. This will be a patron led program facilitated by our library staff. If you are an adult who works with neurodivergent children or adults, you are welcome to join to further provide information and resources!Call or come in to register 601-296-16620.

● Alphabet Storytime

August 06, 2026 (Thursday) | Oak Grove Public Library
Oak Grove Public Library will be having Storytimes every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the school year. These are intended for preschool aged children but are open to all children. Please Join us 8/6/26 at 10:30am for stories, songs, and a simple craft.

● Story Time

August 06, 2026 (Thursday) | L.R. Boyer Memorial Library
Stories, coloring, crafts, etc.

● DIY Root Beer Floats

August 06, 2026 (Thursday) | Purvis Public Library
Join us for a sweet summer treat as you build your own delicious root beer float. Don't miss this tasty afternoon of fun!

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