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

● Cinema Saturday

July 11, 2026 (Saturday) | Purvis Public Library
Join us at the library every Saturday for a family-friendly film.

● Adult Bingo

July 13, 2026 (Monday) | Lumberton Public Library
Ages 18 and older, join us for a few rounds of bingo. Small prizes are awarded at the end of each round!

● Research Family History

July 13, 2026 (Monday) | Oak Grove Public Library
Join us and the Family Research Center of Hattiesburg to discuss researching your family lineage at Oak Grove Public Library July 13th at 6pm.

● Summer Reading Logs are Due

July 13, 2026 (Monday) | Oak Grove Public Library
This is the last day to turn in your summer reading logs. Winners will be drawn and announced later in the week Good Luck!!

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