Getting here

Bus routes

GoDurham 4

Bike racks

On the side of the building near the patio

Parking

Large free lot

Electric vehicle charging

Two stations available

Amenities

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

Sorry, Durham County Library does not offer notary services.

Common tasks

Technology

Public internet access computers

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

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

Your Durham County Library card lets you borrow a mobile hotspot to take the internet wherever you go!
Hotspots for checkout details
Printing
You can print to printers at North Regional from your mobile device or home computer by using our mobile printing website.
You can also print by sending an email with attachment(s) to these addresses:
- Letter size (8.5" x 11"), black and white:
  Northreg-bw@ewprints.com
- Letter size (8.5" x 11"), color:
  Northreg-color@ewprints.com
- Legal size (8.5" x 14"), black and white:
  Northreg-legal-bw@ewprints.com
- Legal size (8.5" x 14"), color:
  Northreg-legal-color@ewprints.com
Printing details
Scanners

Scanners are available at all locations. Our scanners have both flatbed and document feeder options. They can handle up to legal sized (8.5″ x 14″) documents. Scanning is free of cost.
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. The minimum credit card charge is $1.
Copiers details
Fax

Fax machines are available for public use at all Durham County Library locations. Faxing is free of cost.

Assistive technology

More assistive technology info

BigKeys keyboard

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

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

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

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

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

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

Did you know?

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

Today’s events

Dental Health Playtime with Free Dental Screenings for Kids

Wednesday, April 02, 2025 • 10:30am - 11:30am

North Regional Library (221 Milton Rd) (North Meeting Room - Full Room)

(Rescheduled from 2/19/25)...

Ages: Kindergarten, Pre-School, Toddler

Learn to Play Mahjong

Wednesday, April 02, 2025 • 12:00pm - 3:30pm

North Regional Library (221 Milton Rd) (North Regional - Children's Programming Room)

Learn to play American Mahjong, a skill and luck game. Beginners are welcomed.

Ages: Adult

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

Mock Interviews for Teens

Wednesday, April 02, 2025 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm

North Regional Library (221 Milton Rd) (North Study Room #1)

Is this your first interview? Or are you feeling a little jittery? Come to North Regional to have a practice interview with the Teen Librarian. Interview questions can be provided, or you can supply your own questions. ...

Ages: Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, High School, Middle School, Teen, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds

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Special features at North Regional Library

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

Children's programming room

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

Book clubs

Our special book clubs include a Mystery Book Club, Testers & Tasters Cookbook Club, and Entrepreneur's Book Club.

Manager

K. Hayes

Email: khayes@dconc.gov

Kathleen is the Manager at North Regional Library with over 14 years of experience working in public and academic libraries. She earned a B.S. in exercise science from High Point University and her M.L.S. from North Carolina Central University. Kathleen believes that libraries are more than just books; they are spaces for collaboration, cultivating, learning, and discovery. She always looks for opportunities to better serve the community with resources that improve lives and wellbeing.

Pronouns: she/her