Getting here

Bus routes

GoDurham 9B

Bike racks

On the side of the building near the patio

Parking

Large free lot

Electric vehicle charging

Two stations available

Amenities

24-hour exterior book drop
Single-occupant all-gender restroom
Infant changing stations
Bookable rooms

Common tasks

Technology

Public internet access computers

Computers with internet access are available for public use at all Durham County Library locations.
Public internet access computers details
Wireless internet access

You can connect your own device to the internet at any of our locations. Our wireless internet access is free and does not require a password. Look for the network named “DCo Library Public.” Heads up – our network is an unsecured network.
Hotspots for checkout

Your Durham County Library card lets you borrow a mobile hotspot to take the internet wherever you go!
Hotspots for checkout details
Printing

You can print to printers at North Regional from your mobile device or home computer.
Printing details
Scanners

Our scanners are flatbed style. They can handle up to letter sized (8.5″ x 11″) documents.

Scanning is free of cost. You will need a library card or computer use card to sign on to the scanner computer.
Copiers

Copiers are available at all locations. There is a small fee that can be paid by credit card at Main Library's adult computers and in cash at our other locations.
Copiers details
Fax

Fax machines are available for public use. Faxes cost $1.75 for the first page and $1 for each page after that. The fax machines only accept credit cards for payment (not cash). You can check the status of your fax online after sending it.

Assistive technology

More assistive technology info

BigKeys keyboard

Helps with typing for people with mobility and/or visual impairments. This multi-colored keyboard has bigger than normal keys to make it easier to see letters and select just one key at a time while typing at a computer. The multi-colored keys also pro
BigKeys keyboard keyguard

Can be placed over the BigKeys keyboard to help in selecting only a single letter or key at a time.
Trackball mouse

This mouse is a handheld pointing device that requires little wrist or hand movement. You can control it with very limited finger movement. It can also be used to control an on-screen keyboard, available at every computer through Microsoft Office.
Keyboard type aid

Fits over your hand to help select keys on a keyboard or turn the pages of an open book.
Handheld video magnifier

Magnifies text and images, with the option of changing the color contrast for easy visual discernment based on your preferences. The magnifier can be held in your hand or placed on an open book.
Adaptive joystick

A handheld pointing device that requires limited hand movement, with different grips available based on your preference. It can also be used to control the on-screen keyboard, available at every computer through Microsoft Office.

Did you know?

We’re within walking distance of three Durham Public Schools: Eno Valley Elementary School, George L. Carrington Middle School, and Northern High School. We’re also right next door to DPS’s Hub Farm.
We’re about 15 minutes from the Eno River State Park.
North Regional is LEED Silver certified.

Today’s events

Book Babies

Friday, April 19, 2024 • 9:45am - 10:15am

North Regional Library (North Meeting Room - Full Room)

Please join us for special bonding time with your little one, ages 0-18 months. We will spend about 20 minutes exploring the joys of movement, music, and books, and then have open play afterward. Come have fun socializing with other families...

Ages: Baby

Spanish for Beginners

Friday, April 19, 2024 • 12:00pm - 12:45pm

North Regional Library (North Study Room #1)

Join Oma for a Spanish class made especially for seniors! We will learn vocabulary, history, and culture in a fun, supportive environment. Registration is required. Email dpeterson@dconc.gov for more information.

Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, Senior Citizen

Spanish Conversation

Friday, April 19, 2024 • 1:00pm - 1:45pm

North Regional Library (North Study Room #1)

Stay after your Spanish class with Oma to practice and review! Oma is passionate about vocabulary, history, and culture and we will discuss these subjects in a fun, supportive environment. Registration is required (and is seperate from...

Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, Senior Citizen

Teen Game Day

Friday, April 19, 2024 • 3:00pm - 5:30pm

North Regional Library (North Meeting Room - Full Room)

Come relax and unwind after school on Fridays with video games, board games, card games, and most importantly: snacks and drinks!

Ages: High School, Middle School, Teen, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds

Perler Bead Fridays

Friday, April 19, 2024 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Regional Library (North Regional - Children's Programming Room)

Join Ms.Chelsea for some perler bead fun! Bring your own ideas or use one of our patterns!

Ages: Elementary School, Middle School, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds

April Scavenger Hunt

Friday, April 19, 2024 • All day

North Regional Library

Can you locate the different Types of Native North Carolina Flowers with the correct name in the children’s area? Write the name you find with under the correct picture. Return your scavenger hunt for a prize! Don’t forget the front and...

Ages: Elementary School, Kindergarten, Middle School, Pre-School, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds, DPS

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Special features at North Regional Library

A librarian places play-doh on trays in front of kids gathered around a table

Children's programming room

Catch storytimes, craft programs, and more in this fun space just for kids.

Book clubs

Our special book clubs include a Mystery Book Club, Testers & Tasters Cookbook Club, and Murder They Wrote: True Murder Stories.

Manager

K. Hayes

Email: khayes@dconc.gov

Kathleen is the Manager at North Regional Library with over nine years of experience working in public libraries and two years of experience working in academia. She earned a B.S. in exercise science from High Point University and her M.L.S. from North Carolina Central University. She is also a certified American Safety and Health Institute safety instructor. Kathleen believes that libraries are more than just books; they are spaces for collaboration, cultivating, learning, and discovery. She always looks for opportunities to better serve the community with resources that improve lives and wellbeing. Her favorite books are The Color Purple by Alice Walker and The Color of Water by James McBride.

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