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
Stop the Bleed- CANCELED
Saturday, April 26, 2025 • 10:00am - 11:30am
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave) (South Meeting Room)
This session of stop the bleed has been CANCELED. The next session at South Regional is on May 2nd....
Ages: Adult, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, Senior Citizen
Art Therapy
Saturday, April 26, 2025 • 11:00am - 12:30pm
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave) (South Conference Room)
Let's explore our inner strength with some fun and easy Art Therapy! Devon Abdo LMFT (with 10 years experience) will run this adult group Art Therapy experience. We will be collaging different aspects of our inner strength, may it be your inner...
Ages: Adult, Senior Citizen
Registration full. Join the waitlist >
KIDZ MOVIE MADNESS
Saturday, April 26, 2025 • 11:00am - 12:30pm
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave) (South Regional - Children's Programming Room)
Please join our movie event where we will watch The Emperor's New Groove (a 25-year-old Disney classic). Popcorn and juice will be provided! Please register before attending.
Ages: Elementary School, Kindergarten, Pre-School, Toddler
South Durham Chess Club
Saturday, April 26, 2025 • 1:30pm - 5:30pm
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave) (South Conference Room)
Participate in the Royal Game of Chess! ...
Ages: Adult, Elementary School, Emerging Adult: 18-24 Year Olds, High School, Intergenerational, Middle School, Senior Citizen, Teen, Tweens: 9-12 Year Olds
The Great Egg Hunt (Scavenger Hunt)
Saturday, April 26, 2025 • All day
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave) (South Regional - Children's Area)
Pick up a scavenger hunt sheet at the Information Desk and find all of the beautiful eggs. Write down the number on each and turn your sheet in at the Information Desk for a temporary kid tattoo.
Ages: Elementary School, Kindergarten, Pre-School, Toddler
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