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Durham County Library Hosts: Know Your Rights: A discussion on divorce, child support and custody presented by the Family Law Clinic
Durham County Library will host Nakia Davis, an attorney with the Family Law Clinic, as she discusses the topics of divorce, child support and child custody. Read more 
Durham County Library Hosts Balanchine Program
Durham County Library will host Margaret Severin-Hansen, principal dancer of the Carolina Ballet, and UNC-TV staff for a screening of excerpts from the film, Balanchine Rarities. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on Artist Elizabeth Catlett
In 1935, Durham Public Schools employed a young art teacher named Elizabeth Catlett. After her two year experience in Durham, Catlett emerged as a major international sculptor and printmaker. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion of Nasher Exhibit: Matisse and Modern Masters
Sarah Schroth, Senior Curator of Art and Juline Chevalier, Curator of Education at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, will present a discussion and lecture on the exhibition, Collecting Matisse and Modern Masters: The Cone Sisters of Baltimore on Monday, December 3 at 7 p.m. at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Talk on Doris Duke
Durham County Library will host Mary Samouelian, Doris Duke Collection Archivist of Duke University's Rubenstein Library, as she shares discoveries that shed light on the unknown Doris Duke. The program will take place on Sunday, December 2, at 3 p.m. in the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Film on 70th Anniversary of Koinonia Farm
Durham County Library will host a film screening of Briars in the Cotton Patch: The Story of Koinonia Farm on Thursday, November 29 at 7 p.m. at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Author Joyce Perry Edwards
Durham County Library will host author Joyce Perry Edwards as she speaks on her most recently published book, Artelia: Portrait of an American Matriarch. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on Hunger in North Carolina
In preparation for Thanksgiving, Durham County Library will host Maureen Berner of UNC-Chapel Hill School of Government, and Sharon Paynter of East Carolina University, co-authors of The Hunger Project – A Portrait of Hunger in North Carolina. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Program on Tobacco Land USA
Durham County Library will host film collector Tom Whiteside as he screens two different versions of Tobacco Land USA, a 1939 film about tobacco growing and manufacturing in Durham. Read more
Durham County Library Closed for Staff Development Day November 14
Durham County Library (all locations) will be closed on Wednesday, November 14 for Staff Development Day. The library will reopen Thursday, November 15, with regular hours. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Fall Into Romance
Durham County Library will host “Fall Into Romance,” a weekend-long celebration of the romance genre, at Southwest Regional Library from Friday, November 9 through Sunday, November 11. Romance fans are invited to attend talks by authors and scholars, and mingle with other fans and authors. Read more
Main Library Audiovisual Collection Unavailable Through Nov. 9
DVDs, CDs, books on CD, VHS tapes and books on cassettes will be unavailable at the Durham County Main Library from Friday, November 2, through Friday, November 9 due to the renovation of the audiovisual room. The county’s General Services staff is painting the room and installing new shelving. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Program on the Secrets of Cookbook Stardom
Durham County Library will host authors Jean Anderson and Andrea Weigl, as they answer the question: What does it take to produce an award-winning cookbook? The award-winning food writers will discuss the secrets behind cookbook stardom on Tuesday, November 13 at 7 p.m. at Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Road. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Playmakers on It’s a Wonderful Life
Members of the PlayMakers Repertory Company will discuss their upcoming play It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play by Joe Landry. In the stage production, the treasured holiday film comes to life before audience members’ eyes. Radio players will perform a Christmas Eve broadcast with music and sound effects, along with the characters themselves stepping into the iconic scenes that have warmed hearts for generations. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Piedmont Laureate, Ian Finley
Durham County Library will host Piedmont Laureate Ian Finley as he speaks on his experience as a playwright and computer game designer, and the role of theatre in the 21st century. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Award Winning Play in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Durham County Library will host members of the PlayMakers Repertory for a discussion of their world premiere adaptation of Imaginary Invalid by Molière.Read more
Durham County Library Hosts PlayMakers for a Discussion of Molière’s Imaginary Invalid
Durham County Library wraps up Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Anita Shontel Woodley, also known as Mama Juggs. Woodley will present an afternoon of music and storytelling as she channels the voices of three generations of African-American women within her family.Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Talk to Explore Anti-Muslim Prejudice
Durham County Library will host Maleiha Malik, Professor of Law at King's College, University of London, for a brown bag lunch presentation that explores anti-Muslim prejudice in Europe and the US. The event will take place on Tuesday, October 23 at 12 noon, at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St.Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Reading from 27 Views of Durham
Durham County Library will host seven of the 27 authors of the anthology, 27 Views of Durham, as they read their essays from the book. The event will be held at the Carolina Theatre, 309 West Morgan St., on Sunday, Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. Steve Schewel, founder of the Independent Weekly, will introduce the authors. The readings will be followed by a question and answer period concluding with a book signing. Read more
N.C. History Comes Alive, Film Series: Change Comes Knocking
Durham County Library presents a screening of the documentary film Change Comes Knocking: The Story of the NC Fund. The film explores the history of the groundbreaking anti-poverty program initiated by Governor Terry Sanford in the early 1960s. It will screen on Saturday, October 20 at 3 p.m., at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Film on Artist Silvia Heyden
Durham County Library will host a screening of the film A Weaverly Path: The Tapestry Life of Silvia Heyden, joined by the film’s Assistant Director Marybeth Dugan and the subject of the film, Silvia Heyden. This film is an intimate and visually stunning portrait of Swiss-born tapestry weaver Heyden, following her during a year of weaving and reflection. The program will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on R. J and Katharine Reynolds
Dr. Michele Gillespie, Kahle Family Associate Professor of History at Wake Forest University, will discuss her new book, Katharine and R. J. Reynolds: Partners of Fortune in the Making of the New South. This program will take place on Sunday, October 14 at 3 p.m., at the Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Road. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion on the History of the Lowes Grove Community
Phil Evans, a native of the Lowes Grove community in southeast Durham County, will moderate a panel of current and former residents who will talk about the special place Lowes Grove holds in the hearts of those who have lived there, and the changes that have taken place in the neighborhood. The program will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13 at South Regional Library, 4505 S. Alston Avenue. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Award Winning Author, Sharon Ewell Foster, for Book Discussion on Nat Turner
Durham County Library will host author Sharon Ewell Foster for a discussion of her books The Resurrection of Nat Turner, Parts One and Two. The event will take place at 12 noon on Friday, Oct. 12 at Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center at 3200 Dearborn Dr. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Local Mystery Author, Judy Hogan
Durham County Library will host author, teacher and founding editor of Carolina Wren Press, Judy Hogan, for a discussion about her mystery novel, Killer Frost, and the issues it raises. The program will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. at South Regional Library, 4505 S. Alston Ave. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on ‘Race in Margaret Maron’s North Carolina’ Part of Durham Reads Together 2012
Durham County Library’s community read event, Durham Reads Together 2012, features the Judge Deborah Knott mystery series by North Carolina bestselling author, Margaret Maron. The third event in the series, Race in Margaret Maron’s North Carolina, will be held on Saturday, September 22, at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. at 3 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts the Graedons of The People’s Pharmacy
Joe and Terry Graedon of The People’s Pharmacy will visit Durham County Library to discuss their newest book, Top Screwups Doctors Make and How to Avoid Them. With this book, the Graedons seek to empower individuals with the ability to make “informed decisions about their health.” The program takes place on Saturday, September 22, 1 p.m. at the Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Rd. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘An Old Family Tradition: Bootlegging in North Carolina,’ Part of Durham Reads Together 2012
Durham County Library’s community read event, Durham Reads Together 2012, features the Judge Deborah Knott mystery series by North Carolina bestselling author, Margaret Maron. The second event in the series, An Old Family Tradition: Bootlegging in North Carolina, will be held on Sunday, September 16, at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. at 3 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on Estate Planning
Durham County Library hosts Attorney Rupe Gill as he discusses the merits of estate planning. The program takes place on Thursday, September 13, 6:30 p.m. at the Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Rd. After Gill’s presentation, a Q & A session will follow. Read more
Little Green Pig Theatrical Concern Visits Durham County Library to Discuss All-Female Rendition of Richard II
Members of the Little Green Pig Theatrical Concern will visit Durham County Library to discuss their upcoming, all-female adaptation of Shakespeare’s Richard II, directed by Jay O’Berski. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on the Work of Early Quaker Botanists in North Carolina
North Carolina Botanical Director Dr. Peter White will lead a discussion regarding early botanists who explored the Carolinas on Saturday, September 15 at 3 p.m. at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. White will focus on these Quaker scientists and their influence on botany through their observations in North and South Carolina during the 16th and 17th centuries.Read more
Durham County Library Kicks Off Durham Reads Together 2012 Margaret Maron’s North Carolina
Durham County Library’s community read event, Durham Reads Together 2012, features the Judge Deborah Knott mystery series by North Carolina bestselling author, Margaret Maron. The kickoff event, Margaret Maron’s North Carolina, will be held on Sunday, September 9, at the Main Library at 3 p.m. The author will read from her latest book in the series and sign copies of her books after the discussion.Read more
PlayMakers Visits Durham County Library to Discuss Production of Tony-Award Winning Red
Members of the PlayMakers Repertory Company will visit Durham County Library to discuss their upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning play Red, directed by Vivienne Benesch. The play portrays the life and work of Mark Rothko, acknowledged as an abstract expressionism pioneer and one of the great artists of the 20th century. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion of Historic 1963 March on Washington
Durham County Library welcomes Mandy Carter of the Bayard Rustin Centennial Project and Barbara Lau of the Pauli Murray Project for a discussion on Rustin and Murray’s role in the 1963 March on Washington. The event will be held on Tuesday, August 28 at 7 p.m. at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. This event takes place on the 49th anniversary of this historic civil rights march. Read more
Washington Street Writers Celebrate 20th Anniversary at Durham County Library
Durham County Library hosts the 20th anniversary celebration of the Washington Street Writers group, on Sunday, August 26, at 3 p.m. at the Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Rd. Having met monthly for 20 years, group members will share their secrets of forming a successful writing group. Book signings will follow the celebration. Read more
Durham County Library Welcomes Romance Author Claudia Welch
Durham County Library welcomes romance author Claudia Welch as she reads from her newest novel and discusses her experiences as an author of women’s fiction on Saturday, August 25 at 3 p.m. at Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Rd. This author talk is part of the DCL series, “Guilty Pleasures: A Celebration of Genre Fiction,” and is made possible by funding from Durham Library Foundation. A book signing will follow the reading. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion on Local Historical Connections to Canning
Durham County Library welcomes preservationist Ben Filippo of This & That Jam as he discusses the process, history and his envisioned future of canning as a means of connecting and "preserving" communities. Read more
Durham County Library Summer Reading Club Finale – County-wide Celebration
After a summer filled with reading fun, Durham County Library will send off the summer season with a system-wide festival. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Panel of Scholars to Discuss Black Confederates of the American Civil War
Durham County Library welcomes Dr. Freddie Parker, an internationally renowned scholar of Civil War and African-American history, as he leads a panel discussion of recent research findings on African-American soldiers during the Civil War. Read more
Durham County Library Welcomes Scholar from Durham’s Forest History Society to Address Forestry Conservation
Durham County Library welcomes Dr. James Lewis, staff historian at the Forest History Society, for a discussion of his book The Greatest Good, and a showing of excerpts from the film of the same name on Monday, August 6 at 7 p.m. at Main Libary. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts NCSU History Scholar of African-American Voting Empowerment Initiative
Durham County Library welcomes Dr. Katherine Mellen Charron, associate professor of History at North Carolina State University to discuss her latest book, Freedom’s Teacher: The Life of Septima Clark on Sunday, August 5 at 3 p.m. at Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Award Winning Fiction Writer Alice J. Wisler
Durham County Library welcomes Alice J. Wisler as she launches her latest novel, Still Life in Shadows, on Tuesday, July 31 at 7 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Scholar on Early African-American Photography
Durham County Library welcomes Dr. Maurice Wallace, associate professor of African-American Studies and English at Duke University, to discuss his latest book, Pictures and Progress: Early Photography and the Making of African American Identity on Sunday, July 29 at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library and UNC-TV Screen Documentary Film on the Life of Jesse Owens
Before the 2012 Summer Olympic Games begin, Durham County Library and UNC-TV present a screening of the documentary film Jesse Owens. Read more
Durham County Library North Carolina Collection to Begin Saturday Hours
Durham County Library’s North Carolina Collection will add Saturday hours beginning July 14, 2012. Read more
Be Book Smart with Reading Is Fundamental and Macy’s
With a goal to get 1 million books to kids in need, Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) and Macy’s have joined together to launch Be Book Smart, RIF’s largest customer supported campaign held at Macy’s stores nationwide. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Historical Romance Author Katharine Ashe
Durham County Library hosts Katharine Ashe, one of Booklist's "New Stars of Historical Romance," for a discussion of the romance fiction genre and industry on Sunday, July 15 at 3 p.m. at North Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Piedmont Laureate and Playwright Ian Finley
Durham County Library welcomes Piedmont Laureate and playwright Ian Finley on Thursday, July 12 at 7 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Youth Jazz Workshops
Durham County Library, in partnership with the Triangle Jazz Society and Target, will present a series of interactive jazz workshops for young people at Stanford L. Warren Library, on Mondays, July 2 and July 9, at 2 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Screening of Documentary Film on the Life and Teachings of Reynolds Price
Durham County Library and filmmaker Wil Weldon will present a screening of the documentary Pass It On, a film celebrating the life and teaching career of North Carolina native and author Reynolds Price. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Juneteenth Program for “Grown Folks”s
Long-time poet and storyteller, Beverly “Miz Bee” Fields Burnette, along with other members of the NC Association of Black Storytellers, will present a Juneteenth celebration of folktale narratives. Read more
Durham County Library Summer Reading Club Kickoff – County-wide Family Reading Festival
Durham County Library invites children, teens and adults to this year’s Summer Reading Club extravaganza “Dream Big – Read!” To celebrate the kickoff of the season, Family Reading Festivals will be held at every library throughout Durham County on Friday, June 15 or Saturday June 16. Read more
Durham County Library Board of Trustees Creates ‘Isthelibraryopen.com’
. It’s been five years, but every Friday morning, patrons arrive at the doors and are disappointed to find the library closed. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion on North Carolina’s Modernist Houses
Durham County Library will host George Smart, founder of Triangle Modernist Houses, as he leads a discussion that explores the innovative design characteristics unique to modernist homes on Tuesday, June 12, at 7 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program by Visual Artist on Disappearing Southern Wetlands
Marjorie Pierson, Duke University’s Nicolas School of the Environment lecturer, will lead a discussion regarding the disappearance of wetlands in the American South on Tuesday, June 5, at 7 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Documentary Film Excerpts in Celebration of the American Dance Festival
In celebration of the American Dance Festival, Durham County Library and UNC-TV will present a screening of excerpts from the documentary film Bill T. Jones: A Good Man. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on Local Artisan Bakers
Long-time baker, Frank Ferrell of Ninth Street Bakery, will moderate a panel of Durham’s artisan bakers on Sunday, June 3 at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on Local History: The Story of Mary Walker
Duke University History Professor Emeritus, Dr. Sydney Nathans, will host a reading and discussion of his new work, To Free a Family, on Tuesday, May 29 at 7 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Photography Program and Exhibit for Teens Produced by Students from the Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham
Meg Daniels and Sarah Gibbons, of the Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham, will host Exploring Art at the Main Library, on Thursday, May 24 at 5:30 p.m. as they engage young adults to examine photographs taken by students of the Institute. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Science Fiction Author David Halperin‘Guilty Pleasures: A Celebration of Genre Fiction’ Series Continues
Durham County Library welcomes Dr. David Halperin to read from and discuss his book, Journal of a UFO Investigator, on Tuesday, May 22 at 7 p.m. at Southwest Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Comics Fest 2012
Durham County Library will host the 2012 Comics Fest at Southwest Regional Library, 3605 Shannon Rd., on Saturday, May 19, from 12-5 p.m., and Sunday, May 20, from 2:30-6 p.m. This is the second year in a row that the library will host Comics Fest. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Reading and Discussion of American Foreign Policy
Durham County Library will host Dr. Michael Hunt, the Everett H. Emerson Professor of History Emeritus at UNC Chapel Hill, for a reading and discussion of his book, Arc of Empire: America's Wars in Asia from the Philippines to Vietnam. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Reading on African Americans’ Search for Missing Family Members after Emancipation
Durham County Library hosts Dr. Heather Andrea Williams, Associate Professor of History at UNC Chapel Hill, for a reading and discussion of her new book, Help Me to Find My People: The African American Search for Family Lost in Slavery. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts The Poetry of Relationships
Durham County Library will host an event featuring local poets Richard Krawiec, Debra Kaufman and Stephanie Levin as they share poems, including original works, that explore the nature of relationships, and how they mold and define us. Read more
Durham County Library Closed for Staff Development Day May. 16
Durham County Library (all locations) will be closed on Wednesday, May 16 for Staff Development Day. The library will reopen Thursday, May 17, with regular hours. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Photo Exhibit of North Carolinians at Work
Durham County Library and the North Carolina Folklife Institute will host the opening of the photo exhibit, North Carolina at Work: Cedric Chatterley’s Portraits and Landscapes of Traditional Labor. Read more
Durham County Library Presents a Concert by the Triangle Jewish Chorale
Durham County Library will host the Triangle Jewish Chorale in concert on Sunday, May 6 at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts the Bull City Soul Revival Interactive Discussion and Finale Concert
This musical tribute is the grand finale of a month-long celebration of Durham's rich legacy as an epicenter of Soul music. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts LGBTQ Collection Day and Coming Out Panel
Dr. Alexis Pauline Gumbs will moderate a panel of members of the LGBTQ community as they share their experiences of coming out in the South. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion on the Qur’an
Dr. Carl W. Ernst, the William R. Kenan, Jr. Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will host a reading and discussion of his book How to Read the Qur'an. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Performance and Lecture on the Humor Tradition in African-American Music
Dr. Bruce Bridges will lead a lecture and performance on the Signifying Monkey, toasts and the humor tradition in African-American music, on Thursday, April 12 at 7 p.m. at the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Inspirational Fiction Author Alice Wisler
Christian fiction author, Alice Wisler, will read from her latest novel and discuss her books and experiences as a writer of inspirational works. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Soul and the American Imagination
Mark Anthony Neal, Professor of Black Popular Culture in the Department of African and African-American Studies at Duke University, will explore how soul music has become a soundtrack for the American imagination. Read more
Durham County Library ‘Peeps Show’ Is Back
Durham County Library staff is using bunny and chick confections to shine a light on library services, programs and materials again this year, with the second annual DCL Peeps Show. Library fans are invited, once again, to vote for their favorite Peeps display. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts an Afternoon with Frances Wright in Celebration of Women’s History Month
Durham Library Foundation presents a visit from Frances Wright on Saturday, March 31, at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Small Business Start-up Seminar
Durham County Library will host a seminar for people interested in starting a small business. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Women’s Voices Chorus for Women’s History Month
County Library will Celebrate Women’s History Month with a concert from the Women’s Voices Chorus on Sunday, March 25 at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Those Eno River Boys
Durham County Library will host Those Eno River Boys, Wayne Poole and Dave Cook, for a program of stories and songs on Thursday, March 22. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Film on Environmentalist Aldo Leopold
Durham County Library will host a film screening of Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time on Sunday, March 18, at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Film on Faith and Family
Durham County Library will host a film screening of My Brother A Muslim on Saturday, March 17, at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts 50th Anniversary Celebration for Bragtown Library
Bragtown Library Family Literacy Center will host an open house celebrating its 50th Anniversary on Friday, March 9, from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Meet the Authors - 27 Views of Chapel Hill: A Southern University Town in Prose and Poetry
Durham County Library will host authors of the new book, 27 Views of Chapel Hill: A Southern University Town in Prose and Poetry on Sunday, March 4 at 3 p.m. at Southwest Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Self-Publishing Success with Sarra Cannon’
Southwest Regional Library will host young adult author Sarra Cannon as she talks about success in self-publishing, on Saturday, March 3, at 3 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Dramatization of the Works of Reconstruction and Harlem Renaissance Writers
Durham County Library will host Dr. Otis Alexander for a dramatization of the works of Georgia Douglas Johnson, Dudley Randall, Claude McKay, Langston Hughes, Paul Laurence Dunbar and others. The reading, in celebration of Black History Month, takes place on Sunday, February 19 at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Author and Romance Novel Expert Sarah Wendell: ‘Guilty Pleasures: A Celebration of Genre Fiction’ Series Continues
Sarah Wendell, author and popular blogger, will read from and discuss her book, Everything I Know About Love I Learned from Romance Novels, on Sunday, February 12 at 3 p.m. at Southwest Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Dr. John Q. Williams in an Exploration of One Family’s African Roots
Dr. John Q. Williams spent years researching his family history for his new book, Our Roots: African Origins of the Reclaimed Legacy of Three American Families. On Saturday, February 11, at 3 p.m. at the Main Library, he will share some of the stories he uncovered during his 48-year journey. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Fourth Event in the ‘Liberated Gardener’ Series: Growing Herbs in the Kitchen Garden
Durham County Library hosts the last of the four-part series, The Liberated Gardener: Tips for Easy, Sustainable, and Edible Gardens. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Screening and Discussion of Farmworker Film
This new film follows the lives of many Latinos in North Carolina, providing an in-depth portrait of the people who harvest our food today. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion of PlayMakers’ The Making of A King
Actors Shawn Fagan, Kelsey Didion and Cody Nickell, and scenic designer Jan Chambers, will discuss the PlayMakers Repertory Company’s current production of William Shakespeare’s Henry IV and Henry V. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Author Talk & Book Discussion: The Passion of Tiger Woods: An Anthropologist Reports on Golf, Race and Celebrity
Dr. Orin Starn, professor and chair of Cultural Anthropology at Duke University, will host a reading from his book, The Passion of Tiger Woods: An Anthropologist Reports on Golf, Race and Celebrity Scandal. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Third Event in the ‘Liberated Gardener’ Series: Save Time, Save Money and the Earth
Durham County Library hosts the third of a four-part series, The Liberated Gardener, on making gardening more fun and sustainable. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Author Talk on The Business of College Sports
Charles Clotfelter, the Z. Smith Reynolds Professor of Public Policy and Professor of Economics and Law from Duke University, will discuss his newest book, Big-Time Sports in American Universities, and explore the positive and negative consequences of sports programs at major universities. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion: The State of Tar Heel Politics
North Carolina has become one of the most politically competitive states in the South. In a timely program during this heated political season, Durham County Library will host author Rob Christensen as he discusses his book, The Paradox of Tar Heel Politics: The Personalities, Elections and Events that Shaped Modern North Carolina. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Community Dialogue on Race
At the conclusion of the Race: Are We So Different exhibit at the Museum of Life and Science, Durham County Library hosts a community conversation exploring white privilege. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion of Little Green Pig Theatrical Concern’s Donald
Actors Jay O’Berski and Dana Marks, and director Tony Perucci will discuss Donald, the current production of the Little Green Pig Theatrical Concern. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts New Series, Guilty Pleasures: A Celebration of Genre Fiction
Dr. Barbara B. Moran, of the School of Information and Library Science at UNC-CH, will kick off Durham County Library’s new series, Guilty Pleasures: A Celebration of Genre Fiction on Thursday, January 19 at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts an Afternoon with Lucrezia Borgia
Durham Library Foundation presents a visit from Lucrezia Borgia. Borgia, the 16th-century Duchess of Ferrara, has been portrayed as an evil femme fatale who poisoned lovers, husbands and enemies of the Borgia family. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Second Event in the ‘Liberated Gardener’ Series: Attracting Birds and Butterflies
Durham County Library hosts the second of a four-part series, The Liberated Gardener, on making gardening more fun and sustainable. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Foodie Program on Triangle Cheesemakers
According to the Southern Cheesemakers’ Guild, North Carolina has more craft cheesemakers than all the other southern states put together. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Dramatic Presentation on Zora Neale Hurston
Durham Library Foundation presents a dramatic production on Zora Neale Hurston in celebration of her birthday. Read more
Durham County Library South Regional Closed Friday Due to Building Maintenance
Due to the installation of a PA system, Durham County Library South Regional will be closed Friday, January 6. Read more
Before Brown v. Board There Was Blue v. Durham - Durham County Library Hosts Discussion on the 60th Anniversary of Historic Case
On the 60th anniversary of Blue v. Durham, the first lawsuit for school funding equalization in North Carolina, Durham County Library will host a discussion of this famous 1951 case. Eddie Davis, a former president of the North Carolina Association of Educators, will moderate the discussion on Sunday, December 18 at 3 p.m. at the Hayti Heritage Center. Read more
Durham County Library Host Gardening Series
Durham County Library hosts the first of a four-part series on making gardening more fun and sustainable. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Art with the Experts: The Deconstructive Impulse: Women Artists Reconfigure the Signs of Power
Durham County Library will host Nasher Museum of Art’s Sarah Schroth, Nancy Hanks Senior Curator, and Juline Chevalier, Education Curator, for a slide show and discussion of the current museum exhibition, The Deconstructive Impulse: Women Artists Reconfigure the Signs of Power, 1973-1991. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Jonathan Bloom, Author of American Wasteland: How America Throws Away Nearly Half of Its Food (and What We Can Do About It)
It is estimated Americans discard 160 billion pounds of food every year. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts a Foodie North Carolina Photographic Tour
Durham County Library will host an exploration of North Carolina through family farms, produce stands, farmers’ markets, wineries, orchards and more on Saturday, December 3, at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Host Discussion PlayMakers’ Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Actors Ray Dooley and Julie Fishell, and director Wendy Goldberg will discuss PlayMakers’ production of the classic American play, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Author of Give Smart: Philanthropy that Gets Results
Durham County Library will host author Joel Fleishman and Tim Walter, former CEO of the Association of Small Foundations, as they discuss Fleishman’s newest book, Give $mart: Philanthropy that Gets Results. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Builders of Hope’ Founder, Book Discussion
Durham County Library will host Nancy Welsh Murray, founder and CEO of Builders of Hope, on Tuesday, November 29, at 7 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Women’s Military History Event
Durham County Library will host a discussion of women’s military history in the Piedmont since World War I, on Saturday, November 19 at 3 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library McDougald Terrace Branch Open Today, Wednesday, Nov. 9
Durham County Library McDougald Terrace Community Library will reopen today, Wednesday, November 9 at 2 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Closed for Staff Development Day November 16
Durham County Library (all locations) will be closed on Wednesday, November 16 for Staff Development Day. Read more
Durham County Library Screens North Carolina WWII Documentary
Producer Scott Davis and UNC-TV staff will join Durham County Library in hosting a screening of the documentary North Carolina’s World War II Experience on Saturday, November 12, 3 p.m. Read more
McDougald Terrace Community Library Closed Today Due to Leak
Due to a roof leak, Durham County Library McDougald Terrace Community Library is closed today, Friday, November 4. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Climate Change Reading and Discussion
Durham County Library will host a reading and discussion on climate change with Dr. Orrin Pilkey, the Duke University James B. Duke Professor Emeritus of Geology, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 6. Read more
Durham County Library Screens Documentary Film Where Soldiers Come From
In anticipation of Veteran’s Day, Durham County Library will host a screening of the Heather Courtney documentary Where Soldiers Come From at the Main Library, located at 300 N. Roxboro St., on Thursday, November 3 at 7 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library to Screen Excerpts and Host Discussion on Ken Burns’ Prohibition
Durham County Library will screen excerpts and host a discussion of Ken Burns’ latest film, Prohibition, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 30 at the Southwest Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Library’s North Carolina Collection Helps Preserve Durham’s LGBTQ History
Durham County Library’s North Carolina Collection will host a history-collecting event to preserve Durham’s LGBTQ history for future generations. Read more
Durham County Library and the Museum of Life and Science Host DURHAM: Are We So Different?
In collaboration with the Museum of Life and Science exhibit, RACE: Are We So Different?, Durham County Library presents DURHAM: Are We So Different?, a related conversation exploring the varied experiences of race in Durham on Sunday, October 23 at 2:30 p.m. at the Stanford L. Warren Library. Read more
Durham County Library to Host Playmakers Discussion The Parchman Hour
Join playwright Mike Wiley and actors from Playmakers for a discussion of The Parchman Hour at Southwest Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Library to Host Community Forum on Durham’s Historical Past and its Economic and Cultural Future
On Sunday, October 23, UNC-CH professor and historian W. Fitzhugh Brundage will join local residents, business owners and community activists at the Hayti Heritage Center, located at 804 Old Fayetteville St., for a discussion inspired by his book, The Southern Past: A Clash of Race and Memory. Read more
Durham County Library Presents “Project Liberation” Film Screening and Discussion
Durham County Library presents a screening and discussion of Sandra Dubose’s Project Liberation: My Alopecia Experience on Thursday, October 20, at 7 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Friends of the Durham Library Fall Book Sale Oct. 14-16
Attention shoppers! Find great bargains on gently used books at the Friends of the Durham Library Fall Book Sale, Oct. 14 to 16 at Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Participates in Record-Breaking Reading Event
Durham County Library, in partnership with Bright Horizons Children’s Centers, will participate in Read for the Record, a free, family-friendly event in which participants attempt to break the world record of the most people reading the same book on the same day. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Rosenwald Schools Documentary Screening and Discussion
Durham County Library will host a screening and discussion of Claudia Stack’s documentary, Under the Kudzu, on Sunday, October 9, at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Local Author Collaboration
Is there something in the water? Kicking off a busy fall season of events, Durham County Library will host “Something in the Water: Why So Many Writers Call North Carolina Home,” led by former head of the North Carolina Humanities Council Georgeann Eubanks, on Sunday, October 2 at 3 p.m. Read more
Southern Cooking with Stephanie Tyson
Durham County Library will host an afternoon with Stephanie Tyson, author, chef and co-owner of the award-winning Sweet Potatoes Restaurant in Winston-Salem. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Back to School, College and Lifelong Learning Library Orientation
Students and members of the public are invited to come and see what the Main Library has to offer kids of all ages, teens and adults. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Award-Winning Author and Artist Kadir Nelson
Durham County Library will present a discussion hosted by award-winning author and artist Kadir Nelson on Monday, September 19 at 7 p.m. at the Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old Fayetteville Street. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Hip Hop and Community Empowerment Program
Durham County Library will host Pierce Freelon as he discusses Hip Hop and Community Empowerment on Sunday, September 18, at 3 p.m., at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Reading and Discussion with 2011 Piedmont Laureate Scott Huler
Durham County Library and South Durham Green Neighbors will host a discussion with Piedmont Laureate Scott Huler about the infrastructure of modern life: power, water, transportation and more. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Discussion on Controversial Malcolm X Title
Durham County Library will host a discussion with noted Muslim Imam Khalid Fattah Griggs and Duke University professor and popular culture critic, Mark Anthony Neal, on Manning Marable’s controversial biography, Malcolm X: A Life of Reinvention. Read more
Durham County Library to Screen Documentary on Sierra Club founder John Muir
Durham County Library will host a screening and discussion of the PBS Documentary John Muir in the New World on Saturday, September 10, at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Love My Library’ Video Contest
Just in time for Library Card Sign Up Month (September), Durham County Library is hosting a ‘Love My Library’ Video Contest sponsored by the Friends of the Durham Library. Read more
African Americans in Classical Music: Performance & Lecture
Durham County Library will host a performance and lecture on African Americans in classical music by Dr. Otis Alexander, an Oberlin Conservatory-trained vocalist and former music teacher, and Dr. Paula Harrell, former chair of the North Carolina Central University Music Department. Read more
Durham County Main Library to Host Dr. Julianne Malveaux
Dr. Julianne Malveaux, the 15th president of Bennett College for Women and an MIT trained economist, will read from her book, Surviving and Thriving: 365 Facts in Black Economic History, at the Main Library on Sunday, August 14 at 3 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library North Carolina Collection Hosts Talk‘Louis Austin, the Carolina Times and the Long Black Freedom Struggle’
Durham County Library’s North Carolina Collection will host a talk about Louis Austin, editor and publisher of Durham’s Carolina Times, on Sunday, August 21 at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Summer Reading Club Finale - County-wide Celebration
After a summer filled with reading fun, Durham County Library will send off the summer reading season with a system-wide festival. Read more
Durham County Library to Host System-Wide Blood Drive in November Seeks Pledges to Donate from the Community
Durham County Library is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive at every library in November. In order to bring the Red Cross to each location, the library needs pledges from 40 people at each branch or regional. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Food, Race and You’
How does race affect something as basic as what we eat? Dr. Sharon P. Holland, associate professor of African and African American Studies at Duke University, will guide the audience in a discussion of race as it relates to agribusiness, farmers markets, slow food culture and other aspects of food production and consumption. Read more
Book Discussion, III Gifts: Poems and Photographs National Minority Organ Donation Awareness Day
Alisa Hughley, MPH and editor of her brother’s book, III Gifts: Poems and Photographs, will give an engaging presentation on the national need for more registered donors and her personal story as the sister of an organ donor. Read more
Durham County Main Library Closed Saturday, July 23 Due to Water Outage -- Emmett Till Program Moved to Hayti Heritage Center
Durham County Main Library will be closed on Saturday, July 23 due to a planned water outage. All other locations of the Durham County Library will be open for regular hours. Read more
Dar He: The Story of Emmett Till – A Mike Wiley Production
On the 70th anniversary of Emmett Till’s birth, acclaimed actor and playwright Mike Wiley brings his story to Durham in the acclaimed one-man play, Dar He: The Story of Emmett Till. Read more
Durham County Library Summer Reading Club Midpoint Pit Stop Rally
Durham County Library invites everyone to celebrate Summer Reading Club during the long, hot days of summer with an “Are We There Yet?” Pit Stop Rally on Saturday, July 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Harry and the Potters Ride the Lightning 2011 Tour
Durham County Library will host world renowned Wizard Rock band Harry and the Potters as they bring their Ride the Lightning 2011 tour to Durham on Monday, July 18 for a free all-ages show at Casbah from 7-9 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘The Dry Grass of August’ Author, Anna Jean Mayhew
Durham County Library Southwest Regional will host a reading and discussion with Anna Jean Mayhew on Saturday, July 16 at 3 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Triangle Shape Note Singers
Reminiscent of the music from the movie Cold Mountain, the Triangle Shape Note Singers and author Chloe Webb will explore shape note singing, a uniquely American traditional singing style characterized by shaped notes, four-part harmony and strong, joyful voices. Read more
Durham County Library hosts activist and author Rev. Jimmy Creech
When the Rev. Jimmy Creech was visited one morning in 1984 by Adam, one of his most respected parishioners, he had no idea that this meeting would change the course of his life forever. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts 2011 Piedmont Laureate Scott Huler
Durham County Library will host 2011 Piedmont Laureate Scott Huler as he reads from and discusses his latest book, On the Grid: A Plot of Land, an Average Neighborhood, and the Systems that Make Our World Work, onSaturday, June 11 at 3 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Kicks Off 2011 Summer Reading Club Everyone Is Invited to Share ‘One World, Many Stories’
Durham County Library invites children, teens and adults to take a trip around the world during this year’s Summer Reading Club adventures. Read more
Durham Library Foundation Benefits From 5% Day, June 1 at Whole Foods Day Will Include Storytimes, Casey the Pirate & Bookmobile Visit
Durham Library Foundation will receive 5 percent of sales made on Wednesday, June 1, at Whole Foods (621 Broad St., Durham). Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Reading and Book Signing with Local Author and Durham Authority Jean Bradley Anderson
Local author, Jean Bradley Anderson, will read from and discuss the latest edition of her authoritative history of Durham, Durham County: A History of Durham County, North Carolina on Sunday, June 5 at 3 p.m. at Durham County Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Comics Fest
On Saturday, May 21, from 12-5 p.m., Durham County Library will host a Comics Fest at Southwest Regional Library, Read more
Computers Unavailable at Durham County Main Library Friday, May 13
Public computers will be unavailable at Durham County Main Library on Friday, May 13, due to an equipment upgrade. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Meet Emma Goldman’ One Woman Show
Dr. Sally Drucker, in a one woman show, will become Emma Goldman, a 20th-century feminist anarchist. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts the Authors of‘Aurora,’ Northern High School’s Literary Magazine
Durham County Library North Regional will host students reading from Aurora, Northern High School’s literary magazine, on Saturday, May 14 at 3 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘American Splendor’ Screening
On Thursday, May 12, at 7 p.m., Durham County Library will screen the film American Splendor at Southwest Regional. The film screening will include an introduction and a brief Q&A with Rob Clough, critic for The Comics Journal and highlowcomics.blogspot.com. Read more
Durham County Library Closed for Staff Development Day
Durham County Library (all locations) will be closed on Wednesday, May 11 for Staff Development Day. The library will reopen Thursday, May 12, with regular hours. Read more
Durham County Library Presents ‘Hearts in Three-Quarter Time’
Vocalist Ellen Ciompi and pianist Glenn Mehrback present "Hearts in Three-Quarter Time." Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Let Your Children Tell’ in Commemoration of Holocaust Remembrance Day
Join The Touring Theatre of North Carolina for a moving play in commemoration of Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. Read more
Durham County Library Presents ‘Books on Tap’ A Three-part Celebration of Local Brewers
Master brewers, local pubs and restaurants are joining with the library to tell the story of Durham’s great brews and to benefit the Friends of the Durham Library and Durham Library Foundation. Read more
Durham County Library Teen Customer Named WrestleMania XXVII Reading Challenge World Champion
A Durham County Library customer, Brandy Eggleston, is the World Champion of the WrestleMania Reading Challenge, High School Division. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts A Culinary Book Club Event: The Heart of an Artichoke and A Platter of Figs
The Culinary Book Club will celebrate eating locally using the cookbooks The Heart of an Artichoke and A Platter of Figs by David Tanis. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Art with the Experts: The Jazz Loft Project
Join Sam Stephenson, author of The Jazz Loft Project: W. Eugene Smith in New York City, 1957-1965, and Juline Chevalier, Education Curator of the Nasher Museum of Art, for a slideshow and discussion of the current Nasher exhibition of photographs and recordings of some of the jazz world’s greatest legends. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Paperback Dreams Film Screening & Discussion
In the last decade, competition from big chains and the internet has caused many independent bookstores to close their doors. On Monday, April 4 at 7 p.m., at the Stanford L. Warren Branch, the library explores this phenomenon with a discussion of the documentary Paperback Dreams: The Life & Times of the Independent Bookstore. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Eldercare: What are the Options?
A panel discussion will provide an overview of issues pertaining to seniors and their well-being, including information on long-term health care, area services available to the elderly and their care givers, the role of geriatric care managers, and legal advice on estate planning and Medicaid. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Sacrificial Poets
Durham County Library will host a live, spoken word performance and workshop by Sacrificial Poets, North Carolina’s only internationally competing youth performance poetry team. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Women’s Voices Chorus: A Commemoration of Women’s History Month
Durham County Library will host a free concert by Women's Voices Chorus on Saturday, March 26, at 3 p.m., at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts In the Wings: PlayMakers on Big River
Join members of the Playmakers artistic team and musicians for an evening of music and discussion of the play Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Winner of a Tony Award for Best Musical, Big River features bluegrass and country music. Read more
Durham County Library Presents A Few of My Favorite Things about North Carolina Pottery
Internationally renowned potter Mark Hewitt will talk about the pottery tradition in North Carolina and how it has influenced his work. Read more
Durham County Library South Regional Receives PBS KIDS Raising Readers Library Corner
Kids who visit Durham County Library South Regional now have a fun, new way to gain reading skills. South Regional is the first library in North Carolina to receive a ‘Library Corner’ from PBS KIDS Raising Readers, a national literacy campaign focused on building reading skills at home, at school, in child care centers and in the community. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Author Zelda Lockhart
Ms. Lockhart's dramatic reading will introduce the characters of her new novel, Fifth Born II: The Hundredth Turtle. Read more
Celebrate North Carolina: Faces and Places Photography Exhibit Now on Display at the Durham County Library
The Celebrate North Carolina: Faces and Places photography exhibit is on display now on the third floor of the Durham County Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro Street. The exhibit will run through February 19. Read more
Durham County Library and Triangle Family Services present ‘Your Finances: Identity Theft’
Identity Theft explains how to keep from becoming a victim, as well as what to do if you are already a victim of ID theft. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Film Showing and Panel Discussion on Bayard Rustin
Durham County Library invites patrons to view a PBS award-winning film about African-American, gay pacifist Bayard Rustin, on Saturday, February 12 at 1 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Wench author, Dolen Perkins-Valdez
On Sunday, February 6, at 3 p.m., Durham County Library will present a reading by Dolen Perkins-Valdez from her debut novel Wench at the Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old Fayetteville St. Read more
Durham County Library hosts author Ron Chepesiuk and former real life American Gangster, Leslie “Ike” Atkinson, for book discussion
On Saturday, February 5, Durham County Library will host former renowned drug trafficker Leslie “Ike” Atkinson and his biographer Ron Chepesiuk for a discussion and book signing of Sergeant Smack: The Legendary Lives and Times of Ike Atkinson, Kingpin, and His Band of Brothers. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on African-American Cabinetmaker Thomas Day
Durham County Library hosts the story of noted cabinetmaker and free man of color, Thomas Day, who lived and worked in Caswell County in the first half of the 19th century. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘The Sound of Poets Cooking’ Book Discussion
Durham County Library Southwest Regional hosts The Sound of Poets Cooking, a book discussion featuring great poetry and good food. Read more
Durham County Library South Regional to Close Thursday, December 23 to Resolve Plumbing Problem
Durham County Library South Regional will close on Thursday, December 23, to resolve a plumbing problem. The library will reopen on Tuesday, December 28 with regular hours. South Regional Library is located at 4505 S. Alston Ave. Read more
Durham CountyLibrary Partners With Triangle Family Services To Offer ‘Your Finances’ Workshops
Durham County Library is partnering with Raleigh-based Triangle Family Services to offer a series of free workshops in Durham about basic finances. Workshops cover topics from credit to mortgages, budgeting to identity theft. Read more
Durham County Library Presents ‘Eating with Fierce Kindness’
Local author, Sasha Loring will discuss and sign copies of her new book, Eating with Fierce Kindness on Monday, November 29 at 6 p.m. at Southwest Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Main Library Delayed Opening Monday, November 22
Durham County Main Library will open at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 22, due to a scheduled water outage caused by street repairs. All other library locations will open with regular hours. Read more
Durham County Library South Regional to Open Sunday, November 21
Durham County Library South Regional will be open with regular hours on Sunday, November 21. Read more
South Regional Closed, Saturday, November 20th
Durham County Library South Regional will be closed today, Saturday, November 20, due to a plumbing problem. South Regional Library is located at 4505 S. Alston Ave. Read more
Durham County Library hosts a reading of Nathan Garrett’s memoir: ‘A Palette, Not a Portrait’
On Sunday, November 21 at 3 p.m., the Durham County Library North Carolina Collection will host a reading of Nathan Garrett’s memoir, A Palette, Not a Portrait. Mr. Garrett will read from his memoir at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Closed for Staff Development Day
All branches of the Durham County Library will be closed on Wednesday, November 10, 2010. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Art With the Experts: The Vorticists
Sarah Schroth, Nancy Hanks Senior Curator and Juline Chevalier, Curator of Education at the Nasher Museum will lead a discussion on the Vorticists: Rebel Artists in London and New York, 1914-1918. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts 3rd Annual Romance Tea
Join the Durham County Library for its third annual Romance Tea, featuring dainty desserts, delectable tea and delicious dishing with some of the area’s most talented Romance authors, including: Lydia Dare, Kelly Gay, Mary Margret Daughtridge, Beth Williamson and Katharine Ash. Read more
Tammy Baggett Named Durham County Library Director
Durham County Manager Mike Ruffin announced today the appointment of Tammy Baggett as the new Durham County Library Director. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Blues Tradition Discussion
On Thursday, October 21, 2010 at 7 p.m., Tim Duffy and members of the Music Maker Relief Foundation will give an interactive talk on ‘The Blues Tradition in North Carolina and the Music Maker Relief Foundation’at Stanford L. Warren Library. Read more
Durham County Library hosts Hannah Gill, author of The Latino Migration Experience in North Carolina
On Thursday, October 21 at 7 p.m., Durham County Library will host Hannah Gill, author of the new book The Latino Migration Experience in North Carolina. Gill will discuss how North Carolina communities are facing the challenges and opportunities presented by having one of the fastest growing Latino populations in the nation. Read more
Library Friends Celebrate Book Sale Success During National Friends of Libraries Week
During National Friends of Libraries Week, October 17-23, 2010, Durham County Library is celebrating its Friends. Read more
Durham County Library presents ‘Colombia’s Displaced: Violence, Human Rights and the War on Drugs’ lecture by Daira Elsa Quinones Preciado
On Thursday, October 14, Durham County Library will present a lecture by Colombian activist, storyteller and musician, Daira Elsa Quinones Preciado, titled “Columbia’s Displaced: Violence, Human Rights and the War on Drugs.” The lecture, which will be held at 6 p.m. at Stanford L. Warren Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts In the Wings: PlayMakers on August Wilson’s ‘Fences’
On Monday, October 11, Durham County Library will host actress Kathy Williams and artistic staff from PlayMakers Repertory Company as they present a discussion on their upcoming production of August Wilson’s Fences. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Art with the Experts - The Record: Contemporary Art and Vinyl
Trevor Schoonmaker, the Nasher Museum’s curator of contemporary art, and Juline Chevalier, curator of education, will present a discussion/slideshow about the Nasher Museum’s current exhibition “The Record: Contemporary Art and Vinyl.” Read more
Durham County Library Presents Art on Film Series Event: ‘The Art of the Steal’
A celebrated selection of recent film festivals, The Art of the Steal chronicles the long and dramatic struggle for control of the Barnes Foundation, a private collection of art valued at more than $25 billion. Read more
Friends of the Durham Library Fall Book Sale Oct. 1-3
The Friends Fall Book Sale promises to be the biggest sale yet. It takes place Oct. 1 – 3 at Main Library in downtown Durham. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Art on Film Series Event: ‘The Collector’
The Collector explores the 46-year career of Allan Stone, the famed New York City gallery owner and art collector. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Art on Film Series Event: ‘Herb and Dorothy’
Throughout the month of September, Durham County Library hosts Art on Film, a series of documentaries about artists, collectors and the art world. Read more
Durham County Library presents second annual Banned Books Onstage
On Friday, September 24th at 7:30 p.m., Durham County Library will present the second annual Banned Books Onstage to celebrate Banned Books Week. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Wallace Wade Discussion
On Thursday, September 16 at 7 p.m., Durham County Library will host a discussion about legendary football coach Wallace Wade. Read more
Durham County Library hosts Art on Film series
Beginning in September, Durham County Library will host Art on Film, a series of documentaries about artists, collectors and the art world. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Invest 4 College: An Essential Toolkit for Planning’
Investing Basics is especially for the casual investor who wants to understand how to allocate money for a 401k or IRA. The class covers cash, stocks, ETFs, bonds and mutual funds. Participants will be better prepared to find ways to make their money grow. Food will be served at both locations. Rags to Riches theatre will provide entertainment for young children at the Southwest Regional workshop. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Career Readiness Workshop Series
Whether entry level or experienced, job seekers can gain valuable skills in these career readiness workshops co-presented with InStepp, Inc., Durham Housing Authority and The Greater Durham Black Chamber of Commerce. Read more
Durham County Library hosts “Held on the Homefront Exhibit” and Discussion about Nazi POWs in North Carolina
Durham County Library will host two programs about German POWs held in the United States during World War II. The programs will take place at the Main Library over the weekend of August 27-29. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Summer Reading Club Finale
Durham County Library will celebrate a summer of great books, fun events and creative programs with a Family Summer Reading Finale on Saturday, August 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Read more
Durham County Library Presents “Commemorating Courage” Series
During the month of August, the Durham County Library and its North Carolina Collection will present “Commemorating Courage,” a three-event series developed to highlight individuals and groups who have challenged the status quo, worked against injustice and shown bravery in the face of adversity. Read more
Durham County Library South Regional to Open July 28, 2010 - Library will celebrate with Open House 10am-2pm
Durham County Library will host a Grand Open House celebrating the opening of its newest facility South Regional Library on Wednesday, July 28, 2010, from 10am to 2pm. The library is located at 4505 S. Alston Avenue at NC 54 on the historic site of the Old Lowe’s Grove School. Read more
Seventeen-Foot Outdoor Artwork to Be Installed at Durham County Library South Regional
Internationally known, local artist Thomas Sayre will install an outdoor artwork at South Regional Library on July 14, beginning at 8 a.m. Read more
Durham County Library presents Book Discussion about the Bestselling Phenomenon The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo Series by Stieg Larsson.
On Wednesday, July 21 at 7:00 pm, Dr. David Carr will lead a discussion on The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, the first book in Stieg Larsson’s best-selling Millennium trilogy, and its sequels. Read more
Durham County East Regional Library Closed Early
Durham County Library East Regional closed early today, Saturday, July 10, due to an air conditioning malfunction. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Read Away the Blues,’ an interactive afternoon of blues music
On Sunday, June 27 from 2-5:30 pm, children, teens and adults can sing and play blues music with local musical talents including vocalist Lois Deloatch, drummer Pete Joyner, keyboardist Bobby Hinton and guitarist John Dee Holman. Read more
Parkwood Library Closes with Community Appreciation Open House
On June 27, Durham County Library Parkwood Branch will close its doors after 35 years in the Parkwood community. Read more
Durham County East Regional Library’s Air Conditioning Repaired; Library to Open at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 16
Durham County Library East Regional will open at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 16, after an air conditioning malfunction closed the building for nearly 24 hours. East Regional Library is located at 211 Lick Creek Lane. Read more
Durham County East Regional Library to Remain Closed Wednesday, June 16 Due to Air Conditioning Malfunction
Durham County Library East Regional will remain closed on Wednesday, June 16, due to an air conditioning malfunction. Read more
Make a Splash with Reading Durham County Library Kicks Off 2010 Summer Reading Club
Durham County Library invites children, teens and adults to get excited about reading during the 2010 Summer Reading Club with the theme, “Make a Splash: READ!” Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Lecture on “Coming-Out Stories in LGBT Literature”
To commemorate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month, Wendy Weber, lecturer in the department of English at UNC-Chapel Hill, will discuss the pivotal role of “coming out” stories in gay and lesbian literature. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Talk on American Dance Festival’s 2010 Season
On Sunday, June 6 at 3:00 pm, Jodee Nimerichter, American Dance Festival (ADF) co-director, and Gaspard Louis, director of ADF’s creative movement community program, will present a talk at Southwest Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Lecture on “Queer Lives & Literature in the Early 20th Century”
To commemorate Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender Pride Month, Erin Carlston, associate professor in the Department of English and Comparative Literature at UNC-CH, will present a talk entitled “Queer Lives & Literature in the Early 20th Century.” Read more
Durham County Library Presents Celebrity ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Featuring Miss North Carolina and Wool E. Bull
Meet Miss North Carolina, Katherine Southard, and Wool E. Bull of the Durham Bulls baseball team. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Lecture on Shirley Temple
Durham County Library hosts Dr. John Kasson, a current fellow at the National Humanities Center, who will discuss the popularity of the child actor Shirley Temple in the context of the Great Depression. Read more
Durham County Library Southwest Regional to Open May 24, 2010
Durham County Library will host a Grand Open House celebrating the opening of Southwest Regional Library on Monday, May 24, 2010, from 10am to 2pm. Read more
Durham County Library Closed for Staff Development Day
Durham County Library (all locations) will be closed on Wednesday, May 12 for Staff Development Day. Read more
Paul Tough, New York Times journalist and author of Whatever It Takes: Geoffrey Canada's Quest to Change Harlem and America, to speak in Durham
On Sunday, May 16 at 3:00 p.m., Paul Tough, author of Whatever It Takes: Geoffrey Canada's Quest to Change Harlem and America, will speak at Holton Career and Resource Center, 401 North Driver St. Read more
Friends of the Durham Library Book Donation Day at Duke University on 2010 Earth Day
Friends of the Durham Library are accepting gently used books, textbooks, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks as a way to celebrate Earth Day by reducing, reusing and recycling. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Marilyn Nelson, Award-Winning Poet
In celebration of National Poetry Month, Durham County Library will host award-winning poet Marilyn Nelson on Monday, April 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Neno Na Muziki ‘Spoken Word and Music’
Come and celebrate National Poetry Month with Durham County Library‟s first “Open Mic Poetry Nite” on Thursday, April 15 at 6:30 p.m., hosted by Main Library Manager, Joel White. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Jazz Appreciation Workshop
What's All That Jazz About? A Jazz Appreciation Workshop. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Final Year of Poetry for Everyone
In celebration of National Poetry Month, Durham County Library will be hosting the final three Poetry for Everyone events. Read more
Durham County Library to Celebrate National Bookmobile Day on April 14 During National Library Week
Durham County Library will celebrate National Bookmobile Day on Wednesday, April 14 by inviting the community to come aboard the bookmobile at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Presents ‘The Women Who Ran the Schools: Durham’s Rural Black Schools & the Jeanes Teachers’
Durham County Library will host an informative talk about Durham’s early 20th-century black schools and the teachers who ran them. Read more
Durham County Library Presents ‘The Business of Music’
Musician and producer Tony Yarborough will give participants practical tips on how to market, produce and sell their music in local and national markets. Read more
Durham County Librarian Named Romance Writers of America Librarian of the Year
Romance Writers of America has named Durham County Librarian Jennifer Lohmann the 2010 RWA Librarian of the Year. This honor is awarded to a librarian who demonstrates outstanding support of romance authors and the romance genre. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Lecture on Navigating Workplace Politics
Donnell Scott, Director of the Executive Master of Public Administration Program (EMPA) at NCCU, will discuss how workplace politics can affect on-the-job success. Read more
Friends of the Durham Library Spring Book Sale April 9-11
Attention shoppers! Find great bargains on gently used books at the Friends of the Durham Library Spring Book Sale, April 9 to 11 at Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Invest 4 College: An Essential Toolkit for Planning’ Workshop V: Demystifying College Financing
What are all the real costs of college and what can be done to cover them? During the last Invest 4 College workshop, participants will learn: the best time to start searching for scholarships and grants, what state-based grant programs are available, how the financial aid process works, all about federal student aid programs, and how personal savings and investments affect financial aid eligibility. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Invest 4 College: An Essential Toolkit for Planning’ Workshop IV: Protecting Your Money
Investing can’t be risk-free, but it is possible to steer clear of fraud and scams that may be directed at investors. In the fourth Invest 4 College workshop, an expert from the NC State Securities Division will talk to participants about protecting their money. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Celebration of Billie Holiday
Durham County Library will host a celebration of the late performer Billie Holiday on Sunday, March 21 at 3:00 pm at Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Invest 4 College: An Essential Toolkit for Planning’ Workshop III: Tools of the Trade
Participants will learn about the tools they can use to research and evaluate their investment choices, and how to decide if those investments are working. Read more
Durham County Library Presents From Haiti to Hayti: A Black Jacobin Dream Deferred in Durham
Durham native, historian and owner of the Know Bookstore and Restaurant, Dr. Bruce Bridges will bring together the disparate but shared histories and legacies of Haiti and Durham’s Hayti in a two-part lecture at Stanford L. Warren Library on Thursday, March 11 and 18, at 6:30 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Invest 4 College: An Essential Toolkit for Planning’Workshop II: Key Investment Concepts
Instructors will help demystify investing by explaining the basic terms and concepts, from saving vs. investing to rebalancing. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Program on the Africanization of Mexico Program
Dr. Marco Polo Hernandez-Cuevas, professor of Spanish at North Carolina Central University, will lecture on the African historical legacy of Mexico on Thursday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m., at the Stanford L. Warren Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Theatrical Performance Honoring the Women of World War II
Durham County Library will host a performance of Star Spangled Girls, an ensemble production from the Touring Theatre of North Carolina, on Sunday, March 7 at 3:00 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Investment Workshop Series‘Invest 4 College: An Essential Toolkit for Planning’
Durham County Library is hosting its second set of workshops on investing as part of a two-year long investor education program created to help parents prepare for their children’s college expenses. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Talk on Hugh Mangum, Photographer
Durham County Library will host a talk about photographer Hugh Mangum on Sunday, February 21, 2010, at 3 p.m. at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro Street. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Book Discussion on J. California Cooper’s Family
Book discussion on J. California Cooper’s Family, led by Dr. Karen Keaton-Jackson, Assistant Professor at North Carolina Central University. Read more
Life for Me Ain’t Been No Crystal Stair: Female Industrial Workers in Hayti, 1880-1930
Durham County Library will host a three‐part seminar entitled “Life For Me Ain’t Been No Crystal Stair: Female Industrial Workers in Hayti, 1880‐1930 at Stanford L. Warren Library, 1201 Fayetteville St. on February 16 and 23, and March 2 at 6 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Genealogy Workshop
Rob and Cathy Elias from the Durham-Orange Genealogical Society of North Carolina will lead a lunchtime workshop on basic genealogy. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Djembe Drums Workshops
Ronnie Pulley from Music Explorium will teach participants how to play the Djembe drums. Read more
Durham County Library to Close at 5:30 p.m. Today
Due to inclement weather, all locations of the Durham County Library will close at 5:30 p.m. today, Monday, February 1, 2010. Read more
Durham County Library Closed Saturday, Jan. 30 Due to Inclement Weather
Due to inclement weather, all locations of the Durham County Library will be closed on Saturday, January 30. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Author J. California Cooper
On Sunday, February 7 at 3:00 pm at Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old Fayetteville St., acclaimed author J. California Cooper will read from her work and discuss the writing process in this exclusive East Coast appearance. Ms. Cooper’s visit is sponsored by the Durham Library Foundation and is free and open to the public. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Art with the Experts on Andy Warhol’s Polaroids
Juline Chevalier and Reneé Cagnina Haynes from the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University will lead an interactive slideshow/discussion about Big Shots: Andy Warhol Polaroids, the exhibit on display at the Nasher Museum through February 21. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Do It Yourself Decorating'
Decorating your home but have no idea what to do or how to do it, where to start or what direction you should go? Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Actors from PlayMakers’ Production of Arthur Miller’s All My Sons
On Monday, January 11 at 7:00 pm at the Main Library, guest artists Ellen McLaughlin, Paul O’Brien and Christian Conn from PlayMakers’ production of Arthur Miller’s Tony Award-winning play All My Sons, will discuss acting in a play written by one of America’s greatest playwrights. Read more
Durham County Library Director Skip Auld Selected as UNC-CH Distinguished Alumnus - Auld to present commencement address at fall ceremony
Hampton “Skip” Auld has been named a 2009 Distinguished Alumnus of the UNC‐Chapel Hill School of
Information and Library Science (SILS). Read more
Durham Reads Together Extends to Durham, England
On Thursday, December 17 at 2:00 p.m., Rotarians from the Downtown Durham
Rotary Club and Rotarians from Durham, England, one of Durham’s official sister cities, will
discuss the Durham Reads Together selection, Something for the Pain, as part of the library’s
first international book discussion by video conference. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Children’s Art from Kostroma, Russia
Sister Cities of Durham, Inc. will display children’s art from Durham’s Sister City, Kostroma,
Russia on the third floor of Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St through December 8. Read more
Goodridge Named Volunteer of the Year
Jane Goodridge, Durham resident and long-time library supporter, has received statewide recognition for her volunteer work at the Durham County Library. Read more
Durham County Library Presents An Evening with PlayMakers – Nicholas Nickleby and Designing an Epic
Jan Chambers, costume designer, and McKay Coble, scene and costume designer, for
PlayMakers’ production of Nicholas Nickleby will discuss the challenges of designing
the costumes and sets for this two-part adaptation based on the novel by Charles
Dickens. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Presentation on the History of West Durham
On Sunday, November 8 at 3:00 p.m. at Main Library, John Schelp, president of Old West Durham Neighborhood Association, will discuss the history of West Durham as a mill village. Read more
Durham County and Legal Aid Present Legal Aid @ Your Library
On Saturday, November 7 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Main Library, volunteers from Legal Aid of North Carolina will answer questions about how to
access free legal services. Read more
Durham County Library Closed for Staff Development Day
Durham County Library (all locations) will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, for
Staff Development Day. The library will reopen Thursday, November 12, with regular hours. Read more
Durham Reads Together 2009 Finale - Meet the Author: A Conversation with Dr. Paul Austin
Triangle-area writer Rah Bickley will host a conversation with Dr. Paul Austin,
Durham resident and author of Something for the Pain, the Durham Reads Together
2009 book. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Job Fair
Durham County Library is hosting a job fair on Wednesday, November 4, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at
the East Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Durham Reads Together 2009 Event Healthcare in Hayti Discussion
Join special guests Spencie Love, author of One Blood: The Death and Resurrection of
Charles R. Drew, Margaret K. Goodwin, former director of radiology and laboratory
services at Lincoln Hospital (now Lincoln Community Health Center), and Andre Vann,
instructor of public history at NCCU, for a discussion about healthcare in the Hayti district
and notable African-American figures in Durham’s medical history. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Durham Reads Together 2009 Event American Red Cross Blood Drive
Give the gift of life by donating blood in the Durham Reads Together Red Cross blood
drive. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Durham Reads Together 2009 Cutting Edge Medicine Panel Discussion
On Thursday, October 15 at 7 p.m. at North Regional
Library, MaryAnn Black, Associate Vice President for Community Relations for Duke University Health
System, moderates a panel discussion among Drs. Alex Cho, Kevin Schulman, and H. Kim Lyerly on the
future of medicine. Read more
Friends of the Durham Library Fall Book Sale Oct. 16-18
Attention shoppers! Find great bargains on gently-used books at the Friends of the
Durham Library Fall Book Sale, Oct. 16 to 18 at Main Library. Read more
Durham Reads Together Book Discussion with Dr. David Carr
On Wednesday, October 14 at 7 p.m. at The Regulator Bookshop, Dr. David Carr,
Associate Professor at the UNC’s School of Information and Library Science, will lead a
book discussion on Something for the Pain. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Durham Reads Together 2009 Event ‘For Better or for Worse: When Your Spouse Has a Stressful Job’
In this panel discussion, moderated by WTVD’s Monica Barnes,
panelists will share their experiences and the joys and challenges of having a spouse with a
stressful job. Read more
Best-selling Author Sue Monk Kidd at Durham County Library
On Saturday, October 3 at 7:00 pm at Main Library, best-selling author Sue Monk Kidd and her daughter, Ann Kidd Taylor, will read from their new work Traveling with Pomegranates, and answer questions from the audience. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Invest Your Best: Investment Fundamentals
This fall, Durham County Library is hosting a series of workshops on investing called Invest Your Best: College and Beyond. Read more
Durham County Library Celebrates Banned Books Week with Three-Event Series
To commemorate Banned Books Week, Durham County Library will host three events that celebrate the freedom to read. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Investment Workshop Series‘Invest Your Best: College and Beyond’
This fall, Durham County Library will host a series of workshops on investing called Invest Your Best:
College and Beyond. The workshops are part of a new, two‐year long investor education program created to help
parents prepare for their children’s college expenses. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Film Premiere of “Spanish Voices”
On Sunday, September 20 at 3:00 p.m. at Main Library,
Durham County Library will present the premiere of the documentary “Spanish Voices,” a new
film that explores the Spanish language in the southeastern United States, with an emphasis on
North Carolina. Read more
NC Authors Read “Flash Fiction” at DurhamCounty Library
On Thursday, September 17 at 7:00 p.m. at Main Library, North Carolina authors Elizabeth Spencer, Lawrence Naumoff, Joe Ashby Porter, Randall Kenan, Bland Simpson, and Marianne Gingher will read their stories from Long Story Short: Flash Fiction by Sixty-five of North Carolinas Finest Writers, a new book by UNC Press. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Art with the Experts’ on Picasso Exhibit with Curators from the Nasher Museum of Art
On Sunday, September 13 at 3:00 p.m. at Main Library, senior curator
Sarah Schroth and curator of education Juline Chevalier from the Nasher of Museum of Art will present Art
with the Experts, an interactive slideshow and discussion about the exhibition Picasso and the Allure of
Language. Read more
‘Something for the Pain’ selected for Durham Reads Together 2009
Durham County Library has selected Something for the Pain by Durham resident Dr. Paul Austin for Durham Reads Together 2009, the library’s bi-annual community-wide reading event. Read more
Durham County Library Adult Summer Reading Finale to Feature Wil Flowers Quartet
Wil Flowers Quartet, a local jazz band, will perform at Durham County Library’s Adult
Summer Reading Finale: Jazzin’at the Library, on Friday, August 21, from 6-8 p.m., at the
Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Asks, ‘Whatcha Reading?’
Videos of local personalities discussing their favorite and current reads now online. From a choreographer to a poet to a collection of chefs, Durham County Library is reaching out into
the community this summer asking the age old question, “Whatcha reading?” and the community is responding
by sharing their favorites in online videos posted on the library’s website. Read more.
Durham County Library Hosts Summer Reading Club Finales
Durham County Library will celebrate a summer of great books, fun events and creative
programs with two events: The first is the Family Summer Reading Finale on Saturday, August 15, from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Using Online Library Research Tools Just Got Easier at Durham County Library
Library customers who once thought Google was the only easy answer to all their online research
needs will now find it easier to make use of the library’s online research tools. Read more
Durham County Library’s North Carolina Collection Receives Grant to Preserve Urban Renewal Audiotapes
The North Carolina Preservation Consortium has awarded Durham County Library’s North
Carolina Collection a grant of $840 to preserve reel-to-reel audiotape recordings of nine meetings of
Durham’s Urban Renewal Commission, held in 1968 and 1969. Read more
Durham County Library RIF Named Program of the Month
Reading is Fundamental, the nation’s largest children’s literacy organization, has named
Durham County Library’s RIF program July’s Program of the Month. Read more
Durham County Library Selected to Host Harry Potter Exhibit
Durham County Library will host “Harry Potter’s World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and
Medicine,” a new small format traveling exhibition organized by the National Library of Medicine, National
Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Army Band Concert on CCB Plaza
On Tuesday, July 7 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. the 208th Army Band’s Jazz Combo will play a
free, outdoor concert at CCB Plaza, located at 201 Corcoran Street in downtown Durham. Read more
Friends of the Durham Library Summer Book Sale June 26-28
Attention shoppers! Find great bargains on gently-used books at the Friends of the Durham Library Summer Book Sale, June 26 to 28 at Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Durham 27701. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Best-selling Author Michele Andrea Bowen
Best-selling author Michele Andrea Bowen will read from and discuss her latest book Up at the College at Stanford L. Warren Library, Thursday, June 25, at 6:00 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts US and Latin American Games
Come and play games from the US and Latin America and learn more about these two
cultures at Durham County Library on Saturday, June 13. Read more
Be Creative @ Your Library - Durham County Library Kicks Off 2009 Summer Reading Club
Durham County Library wants to get its customers, young and old, to express themselves
during the 2009 Summer Reading Club with the theme, “Be Creative @ Your Library.” Read more
Branching Out
News & Events for June, July and August 2009. Read more
Durham County Library’s Skip Auld earns 2009 ULC Leadership Grant
Hampton M. “Skip” Auld, director of the Durham (NC) County Library, has been awarded the 2009 Urban Libraries Council (ULC) Joey Rodger Fund for Library Leadership Grant. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Lecture with Professor Campbell Harvey“Is the Economy’s Turning Point in Sight?”
On Sunday, June 7 at 3:00 p.m. at the Main Library, Durham County Library will host Duke University professor Campbell Harvey who will give a lecture entitled “Is the Economy’s Turning Point in Sight?” Read more
Durham County Library Closes for Memorial Day
Durham County Library will be closed Sunday and Monday, May 24 and 25 in observance
of Memorial Day. The library will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, May 26. Read more
100+ Teens to Attend ‘The Color Purple’ After Participating in Durham County Library Essay and Artwork Contest
Thanks to a $15,000 donation from
Durham Coca Cola Bottling Company to the
Durham Library Foundation, approximately 230
teens and family members will attend the May 13
performance of The Color Purple. Read more
Best of Friends
Friends of the Durham Library Newsletter - Spring 2009. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts What’s In Your Attic? An Antiques Valuation Event
On Sunday, May 17 from 3:00–5:00 p.m. at the Main Library library customers can receive a free verbal evaluation of up to three hand-held items from certified antiques appraiser Merritt Leigh Hampton, ISA, of Whitehall Hampton Professional Services. Read more
Durham County Library Closed for Staff Development Day
Durham County Library (all locations) will be closed on Wednesday, May 6 for Staff
Development Day. The library will reopen Thursday, May 7, with regular hours. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Latin Musicians in Celebration of El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day)
In celebration of El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), Durham County
Library will host two musicians who, using a variety of instruments, will perform music hailing from the
Andean Mountains of Peru and from Andalucia, Spain, the birthplace of flamenco music, as well as from
other countries. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Young Harpists Concert
On Sunday, May 3 at 3:00 p.m. at the Main Library, Durham
County Library will host a Young Harpists Concert. Led by harpist Winifred Garrett. Read more
Durham County Main Library Closed May 1 for Filming
The Main Library will be closed Friday, May 1 for filming of the movie Main Street. All
other library locations will be open for normal hours. Read more
Durham County Library Extends Color Purple Contest Deadline to April 24
Durham County Library invites high school students to enter a writing and art contest for a
chance to win a pair of tickets to the May 17 performance of The Color Purple at the
Durham Performing Arts Center. Read more
Durham County Library Selects Artist for South Regional Library Art Project
Durham County Library has selected an artist for an outdoor work of art at the new South
Regional Library. Thomas Sayre, of Triangle-based Clearscapes, will create the artwork to be located
outside of the children’s area of the new library at Alston and Highway 55 on the old Lowe’s Grove
School site. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Poet and Children’s Author Pat Mora
On Thursday, April 30 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Durham County Library will host
acclaimed Latina poet and children’s book author Pat Mora at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library continues Poetry for Everyone
In celebration of National Poetry Month, local leaders and students will share their
favorite poems. Read more
Durham County Library Displays Paintings by Russian Artist from Sister City Kostroma
Art, photograph and souvenir display featuring artwork by Russian artist
Nikolai Smirnov (1939 – 2001). Read more
Poetry for Everyone, a series of readings in celebration of National Poetry Month (April)
In celebration of National Poetry Month, Durham County Library reprises its series Poetry for Everyone to be held at various library locations throughout the month of April. Read more
Durham County Library Holds ‘The Color Purple’ Contest for Teens
Durham County Library invites high school students to enter a writing and art contest for a
chance to win a pair of tickets to the May 17 performance of The Color Purple at the Durham Performing
Arts Center. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Emotional Well-being Workshop’
The Emotional Well-being Workshop will be broken into two parts. Read more
Friends of the Durham Library Spring Book Sale Mar. 27-29
Attention shoppers! Find great bargains on gently-used books at the Friends of the
Durham Library Spring Book Sale this weekend. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts ‘Art with the Experts’ on Escultura Social Exhibition with Curators from the Nasher Museum of Art
On Tuesday, March 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Parkwood Branch Library, 5122 Revere
Road, Juline Chevalier, curator of education, and Carolina Cordova, curatorial assistant from the Nasher Museum of Art, will present “Art with the Experts,” an interactive slideshow and discussion about the
exhibition Escultura Social:A New Generation of Art from Mexico City. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Breaking Barriers: Powerful Women in Their Own Words
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Durham County Library will host Breaking
Barriers: Powerful Women in Their Own Words on Sunday, March 22 at 3:00 p.m. at the Main
Library. Read more
Durham County Library Prepares for Bull City Chili Challenge with“Chili 101”
Library customers will have a chance to learn the basics of chili at “Chili 101” on
Saturday, March 21 at 2:00 p.m. at the North Regional Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts PlayMakers Director’s Talk – Pride and Prejudice
On Tuesday, March 17 at 7:00 p.m., Durham County Library will host a PlayMakers Director’s Talk about Pride and Prejudice at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Timothy Douglas, visiting director of PlayMakers’ production of Pride and Prejudice will discuss bringing the adaptation of Austen’s beloved classic to the stage. Read more
Durham County Library Screens Documentaries by Two Local Professors
Durham County Library will screen documentaries – at the Main Library, 300 N.
Roxboro St., Durham – by two local professors in the March. On Sunday, March 8 at 3:00 p.m. Read more
Branching Out
News & Events for March, April and May 2009. Read more
Best of Friends
Friends of the Durham Library Newsletter - Winter 2009. Read more
Main Library Phone Upgrade May Cause Service Disruptions
The Durham County Main Library phone system will be upgraded
Friday, February 27, 2009. Some service disruptions may occur. Read
more
Durham County Library & Durham Library Foundation Awarded $100,000 Grant for Invest Your Best: College and Beyond
Durham County Library and the Durham Library Foundation have been awarded a $100,000 grant by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Investor Education Foundation and the American Library Association (ALA) as a part of their Smart investing@your library® initiative. Read more
Durham County Library Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Pauli Murray
On Sunday, March 1 at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St., Durham County Library
will present Standing Tall in Proud Shoes: Pauli Murray’s Life and Legacy. Read more
Durham County Library Hosted Main Library Planning Study Meeting
Slide presentation from the public meeting that was held on September 25th. Read more
Durham County Library Presents Genealogy 101: How to Begin Researching Your Family Tree
Learn how to gather basic genealogical information, interpret records and overcome roadblocks, organize and write your family history, get the most out of internet resources, and use local, regional and national repositories. Read more
Durham County Library Presents ‘Fall Into Fashion’
Local teens showcase the latest fashions from Cato, Dress Barn and S&K Fashion. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Second Main Library Planning Study Meeting
Durham County Library will host a second public meeting on Thursday, September 25
from 5:00-6:30 p.m. to share progress on the planning and programming study for the renovation of the
Main Library. Read more
Branching Out
News & Events for September, October and November 2008. Read more
Durham County Library celebrates the Nasher’s El Greco to Velazquez exhibition with two library events
Durham County Library will host two events to celebrate the Nasher Museum of Art’s
current exhibition El Greco to Velazquez: Art During the Reign of Philip III. The first event is Art with
the Experts, a slide show and interactive discussion with Sarah Schroth, the exhibition’s curator, on
Tuesday, September 23 at 7:00 p.m. The second event is a live performance by classical guitarist Peter
Fletcher on Saturday, September 27 at 3:30 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library collaborates with the National Humanities Center to present Divining America: Religion in American History lecture series
This new humanities series explores many of the religious movements and
watersheds in American history from the 17th through the 20th centuries. Read more
Main Library’s Fall 2008 Saturday Computer Classes
Free and open to the public; registration required at 560-0125 or online. Registration opens 31 days prior to class. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Let’s Talk About It! Book discussion series focuses on Jewish literature
Durham County Library will host a book discussion series entitled Let's Talk About It: Jewish Literature Identity and Imagination in August 2008 through January 2009. This national, scholar-led program is being presented for the first time in Durham, and offers residents a unique way to learn about Jewish culture and literature. Read more
Durham County Library and Superintendent’s Task Force Host Back-to-School Bash and Summer Reading Club Finale
Durham County Library and the Superintendent’s Closing the Achievement Gap Task Force are partnering to host a Back-To-School Bash on Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Hosted Main Library Planning Study Meeting
Slide presentation from the public meeting that was held on July 29th. Read more
Durham County Library hosts Breaking Dawn Release Party
Teen fans of the best-selling Twilight series are invited to a Breaking Dawn release party, Friday, August 1 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm at the Southwest Branch Library. Read more
Main Library to Close Friday, August 1 for Carpet Installation
Durham County’s Main Library, at 300 N. Roxboro St., will be closed Friday, August 1 for
carpet installation on the first floor. Staff will still report to work. All other libraries will be open for
regular Friday hours, 2-6 p.m. The Main Library will reopen on Saturday, August 2 with normal operating
hours, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Main Library Planning Study Meeting
Durham County Library will host a public meeting on Tuesday, July 29 from 5:30-7 p.m. to
get public input on the renovation of the Main Library. Read more
Durham County Library Recognized as Compassionate Employer
Durham County Library has received a Compassionate Employer award for its
support of an employee who suffered the loss of a child. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Community Forum for Southwest Branch Expansion
The Durham County Library will host its second community forum to discuss the expansion of the
Southwest Branch on Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at 3605 Shannon Road. Read more
Durham County Library Launches New Website, New Service
Durham County Library has launched a new website with improved content and usability
and a new feature that helps customers keep up with the latest books in their favorite genres. Read more
108th Army Reserve Band Concert at Durham County Library
Bring a chair and a picnic basket and relax on the Library’s lawn while enjoying popular songs, patriotic favorites and classic tunes performed live by the 108th Army Reserve Band. Read more
Friends of the Durham Library Summer Book Sale
The Friends of the Durham Library will hold its Summer Book Sale June 20 through June 22, at the Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. in downtown Durham. Thousands of books, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs will be available at bargain prices, all categorized for easy shopping. Read more
Summer Reading Club Kickoff – Family Reading Festival
Durham County Library will kick off the 2008 Summer Reading Club with a Family Reading Festival on Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Main Library at 300 N. Roxboro. Read more
What’s Up with My Teen? Understanding the Teenage Brain
Aaron White, PhD, will give parents an overview of adolescence. Read more
Sarah Dessen, popular teen author, visits Durham County Library
Sarah Dessen will visit Durham County North Regional Library Saturday, June 21 at 2 p.m. to read from her latest book Lock and Key, and to autograph copies. Read more
Branching Out
News & Events for June, July and August 2008. Read more
Best of Friends
Friends of the Durham Library Newsletter - Spring 2008. Read more 
Stanford L. Warren Library Wins Golden Leaf Award - East and North Regional Libraries Score Nominations
Stanford L. Warren Library has received a Golden Leaf Award for Community Appearance. Read more
Durham County Library Introduces ‘Tell Me More’ Online Language Learning Software
Durham County Library customers will soon be able to learn Spanish, French, German, Dutch, Italian or English with “Tell Me More,” a free online language program that helps beginners through advanced learners with understanding, writing and speaking. Read more
Want a fun and educational introduction to modern and contemporary art on view in Durham?
The Durham County Library and the Nasher Museum of Art present a program - Art with the Experts. Read more
Attn Shoppers! Friends of the Durham Library Spring Book Sale April 11-13
Friends of the Durham Library will offer thousands of books, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs at bargain prices, categorized for easy shopping. Read more
Former Durham Resident Donates Home to Durham County Library
Durham County Library has received a gift of real estate from a long-time library customer.
Dorothy Gier, a former 15-year Durham resident, donated her home in the Willowhaven area to the Durham Library Foundation to show her gratitude for the many hours she enjoyed reading and researching information at the North Branch. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts Job Readiness Workshop
Presented by the Employment Assistance Re-entry Program at InStepp, Inc., this workshop will help jobseekers look for and apply for jobs in the Triangle. Read more
Main Library Adds New Spring 2008 Saturday Computer Classes
A second set of classes has been added! Read more
Durham County Library celebrates National Poetry Month with Poetry for Everyone
In celebration of National Poetry Month, Durham County Library presents a series of events called Poetry for Everyone to be held at various library locations throughout the month of April. Read more
Durham County Library Hosts 'Star in Your Story' a Creative Writing Program for Teens
Journalist and radio host Patricia Murray will encourage teens to explore writing as a path to self discovery in this three-part workshop. Read more
Branching Out
News and events for March, April and May 2008. Read more
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