East Regional Library

Getting here
Bus routes
The nearest bus stop is on the corner of Mineral Springs Rd. and Highway 98 - it's about a 1/2 mile walk east on Highway 98.
Bike racks
To the right of the entrance, past the brick sign that says “East Regional Library”
Parking
Large free lot
Amenities
- 24-hour exterior book drop
- Single-occupant all-gender restroom
- Infant changing stations
- Lactation room
- Bookable rooms
Sorry, Durham County Library does not offer notary services.
Common tasks
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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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?
- East Regional Library opened June 16, 2006. It was the first regional library in the Durham County Library system.
- East Regional is LEED certified.
Today’s events
3D Printing Orientation Part 1 (virtual)
Wednesday, April 02, 2025 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Learn how to 3D print from idea to design to fabrication! In this two part orientation series, you will learn how to design and 3D print your own ideas....
Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, High School, Intergenerational, Middle School, Senior Citizen, Teen, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds
STEAM TEAM: Peep Houses
Wednesday, April 02, 2025 • 4:30pm - 5:00pm
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane) (East Regional - Children's Programming Room)
Are you ready for a tasty engineering challenge? Join us at the library as we build houses for Peeps. We will use toothpicks and jellybeans for our creations. This bean building adventure is sure to be delicious! This program is geared toward...
Ages: Elementary School, Kindergarten
Writing the Novel with Redbud (6-week course)
Wednesday, April 02, 2025 • 6:00pm - 7:45pm
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane) (East Meeting Room)
Durham County Library is hosting a 6-week college-level course on writing the novel, taught by Redbud Writing Project. In-person instruction will take place on Wednesday evenings for 6 weeks, though there will be additional coursework to be completed...
Ages: Adult
Special features at East Regional Library

Programming room
Catch storytimes, craft programs, computer classes, game days, and more in this space for all ages.
Little World display
Brought to us by Little World Charity, the Little Worlds are custom-made, whimsical, mechanical displays. Find them at Durham County Libraries, Ronald McDonald Houses, Duke Children's Hospital, and other spots in the Triangle.
Outdoor seating
Enjoy the outdoors with bench seating in front of the library and near the children’s area.
Manager
L. Doll
Email: ldoll@dconc.gov
L. Doll is the Manager of the East Regional Library and has over two decades of experience working in public libraries. In her role, Ms. Doll enjoys assisting staff with trying out new ideas and helping them work towards their full potential. Her most intense customer service job began in 2019 with the adoption of her cat, an aspiring dictator.
Pronouns: she/her