South Regional Library

Getting here
Bus routes
Bike racks
Near the front parking lot
Parking
Large free lot
Electric vehicle charging
Two stations available
Amenities
- 24-hour exterior book drop
- Single-occupant all-gender restroom
- Infant changing stations
- Bookable rooms
Sorry, Durham County Library does not offer notary services.
Technology
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Public internet access computers
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Wireless internet access
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Hotspots for checkout
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Printing
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Scanners
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Copiers
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Fax
Assistive technology
More assistive technology info-
BigKeys keyboard
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BigKeys keyboard keyguard
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Video relay services
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Trackball mouse
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Keyboard type aid
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Handheld video magnifier
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Adaptive joystick
Did you know?
- South Regional is LEED Gold certified.
Today’s events
Preschool Storytime-CANCELED DUE TO PROGRAMMING BREAK
Monday, August 25, 2025 • 10:30am - 11:00am
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave) (South Meeting Room)
Due to a programming break, this storytime session is cancelled and will be rescheduled for Monday, September 8th at 10:30am.
Ages: Baby, Kindergarten, Pre-School, Toddler
Virtual Homeschool Learning Lab: Melted Crayon Art
Monday, August 25, 2025 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Get ready to turn tired old crayons into a rainbow explosion of creativity! This dazzling DIY art adventure is perfect for kids ages 6–12 ...
Ages: Elementary School
Learn to Play Mahjong!
Monday, August 25, 2025 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave) (South Conference Room)
Looking to learn how to play mahjong? Join us for this 8 week course to get started! As the skills learned in this class are cumulative, we encourage you to attend every session.
Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, Senior Citizen
Registration full. Join the waitlist >
South Regional Express Yourself Unavailable
Monday, August 25, 2025 • All day
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave)
Express Yourself at South Regional will be unavailable for the remainder of August through the end of September for upgrades and staff training. Please be aware that this timeline may change. Please check back in October for an improved Express...
Special features at South Regional Library

Children's programming room
Catch storytimes, craft programs, and more in this fun space just for kids.

Stephen's Bent
This 17-foot-tall sculpture, located outside the front entrance, pays homage to the community’s history.
Express Yourself makerspace
Use this small space for your creative projects. Equipped with a variety of maker and AV equipment.
More about South Regional
South Regional Library replaced the Parkwood Branch Library and is located on the historic site of the Old Lowe’s Grove School. Historic panels, artifacts, and a timeline in the library honor the Parkwood and Lowe’s Grove communities.
Manager
T. Ché Anderson
Email: tanderson@dconc.gov
T. Ché Anderson is from New York and moved to Durham in 2011. She received her undergraduate and graduate degrees from the State University of New York at Buffalo. She has over 35 years of experience working in public and academic libraries.
Pronouns: she/her