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

● Closed for Independence Day

Jul 03, 2026 (Friday) - Jul 05, 2026 (Sunday) | Lumberton Public Library
LCLS will be closed July 3-5, 2026 in celebration of Independence Day. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Monday, July 6th. Have a safe and happy holiday!

● Independence Day Holiday Closure

Jul 03, 2026 (Friday) - Jul 04, 2026 (Saturday) | Purvis Public Library
In observance of Independence Day we will be closed Friday, July 3rd-Saturday, July 4th. We will reopen Monday, July 6th at 9:00 AM.

● Independence Day Holiday Closure

Jul 03, 2026 (Friday) - Jul 05, 2026 (Sunday) | L.R. Boyer Memorial Library
We will be closed Friday the 3rd & Saturday the 4th for Independence Day.

● Mini Liberty Bell Craft

July 06, 2026 (Monday) | Purvis Public Library
Get creative and celebrate American history with us as we paint mini Liberty Bells! This fun, hands-on craft program is free and open to all ages. Join us for an afternoon of creativity and fun at the library!

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