You can connect your own device to the internet at any of our locations. Our wireless internet access is free and does not require a password. Look for the network named “DCo Library Public.” Heads up – our network is an unsecured network.
Hotspots for checkout
Your Durham County Library card lets you borrow a mobile hotspot to take the internet wherever you go!
Our scanners are flatbed style. They can handle up to letter sized (8.5″ x 11″) documents.
Scanning is free of cost. You will need a library card or computer use card to sign on to the scanner computer.
Copiers
Copiers are available at all locations. There is a small fee that can be paid by credit card at Main Library's adult computers and in cash at our other locations.
Fax machines are available for public use. Faxes cost $1.75 for the first page and $1 for each page after that. The fax machines only accept credit cards for payment (not cash). You can check the status of your fax online after sending it.
Helps with typing for people with mobility and/or visual impairments. This multi-colored keyboard has bigger than normal keys to make it easier to see letters and select just one key at a time while typing at a computer. The multi-colored keys also pro
BigKeys keyboard keyguard
Can be placed over the BigKeys keyboard to help in selecting only a single letter or key at a time.
Trackball mouse
This mouse is a handheld pointing device that requires little wrist or hand movement. You can control it with very limited finger movement. It can also be used to control an on-screen keyboard, available at every computer through Microsoft Office.
Keyboard type aid
Fits over your hand to help select keys on a keyboard or turn the pages of an open book.
Handheld video magnifier
Magnifies text and images, with the option of changing the color contrast for easy visual discernment based on your preferences. The magnifier can be held in your hand or placed on an open book.
Adaptive joystick
A handheld pointing device that requires limited hand movement, with different grips available based on your preference. It can also be used to control the on-screen keyboard, available at every computer through Microsoft Office.
Did you know?
We’re within walking distance of three Durham Public Schools: Eno Valley Elementary School, George L. Carrington Middle School, and Northern High School. We’re also right next door to DPS’s Hub Farm.
We’re about 15 minutes from the Eno River State Park.
Write Types is a writing critique group for works of all genres.
Each month, we will discuss the craft of writing and review
each other's works. Registration is required. To submit an item for
critique, email dpeterson@dconc.gov by May 19th....
Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, High School, Teen
Chess Club
Saturday, May 28, 2022 • 1:30pm - 5:30pm
North Regional Library (North Meeting Room - Left Side)
Participate in the Royal Game of Chess! ...
Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, High School, Intergenerational, Middle School, Senior Citizen, Teen, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds
Graphic Book Club: Euro-Comics
Saturday, May 28, 2022 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual
Are you a fan of comic books or graphic novels? Join us on ZOOM for
this month's meeting of Durham County Library's Graphic Book
Club....
Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, High School, Senior Citizen
Ms. Fennell believes that libraries are important because they serve as a social outlet for different groups in the community. She enjoys self-help books and would recommend The Gift of Fear by Gavin De Becker.