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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

📣ATTENTION: All Durham County Library locations will be closed in recognition of the Independence Day holiday on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4. Main Library reopens Sunday, July 5 from 1 to 6 p.m. All locations will reopen Monday, July 6 for normal business hours. DurhamCountyLibrary.org

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Hey Durham - spread the word - Durham County Library is the cool place to be when the temperatures get extreme. Main, East, South, Southwest, North & Stanford L. Warren are designated as Cooling Centers during business hours as the heat is forecast to be dangerously high. DurhamCountyLibrary.org

Graphic of a penguin on ice. Text reads: It's Always Cool At The Library. Cooling Centers Open. Libraries will be open on Wednesday, July 1, Thursday, July 2 and Sunday, July 5. Main Library, East Regional, North Regional, South Regional, Southwest Regional, and Stanford L. Warren. Main Library only on Sunday!! DurhamCountyLibrary.org

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Durham teens - enter the Unearth Your Story Teen Art Contest and win fabulous prizes! But be quick, entries are due on June 30th at Main Library! More info: durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/16836283

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Amaris talks about Summer Reading Scavenger Hunts at South Regional Library this summer! Find out more at DurhamCountyLibrary.org/SummerReading youtube.com/shorts/E1m09...

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Summer Reading Scavenger Hunt at South

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Join Ms. Patty & Ms. Sara and our Bookmobile for a story, singing, dancing & a splash! Let's explore & play under the sun at our community Spraygrounds together this Saturday, June 20. We will visit Edison Johnson Sprayground at 10 a.m. & Hillside Sprayground at 11 a.m. Free & no registration!

Colorful promotional flyer for Splash Storytime, a family storytime event at Parks and Recreation Spraygrounds.

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Durham, spread the word - Durham County Library is the cool place to be! Escape the heat today through Sunday (during normal business hours, Main Library only on Sunday) and join us at your favorite library location. The A/C is keeping us cool! Visit DurhamCountyLibrary.org for hours & locations.

Graphic of a penguin on ice. Text reads: It's always cool at the library. Library's are cooling centers during normal business hours from Thursday, June 11 to Sunday, June 14. Main Library only on Sunday. DurhamCountyLibrary.org for information.

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Durham County Bragtown Branch Library Location Manager Felicia Brown is joined by Read A. Bull & Din-O Bull to invite all Durhamites to take part in the 2026 Summer Reading program from June 15 to August 8! Come to any of our 7 library locations this summer to "Unearth a Story!" youtu.be/cefpL5hN9vk

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Summer Reading 2026 - Unearth a Story!

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Today is Global Accessibility Awareness Day! The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than One Billion people with disabilities/impairments.

A graphic with an illustration of a pair of hands holding paper cut outs of people holding hands. Title on top says "Global Accessibility Awareness Day."
A smaller title bar below reads: Resources for Everyone! with icons representing accessibility below it.

Durham County Department of Public Health (DCoDPH) @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

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Dangerously high heat is here, so take steps to stay safe! Wear loose, light-colored clothes, drink lots of water, & never leave kids or pets in the car. If you or someone near you begins showing signs of heat stroke, move everyone to a cool place & call 911! www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/condi...

Stay safe in extreme heat. Before you leave home Drink lots of water Put on sunscreen Dress in loose, light-colored clothing. While you’re out Drink lots of water NEVER leave kids or pets in the car Watch for signs of heat-related illness.

Heat exhaustion symptoms: Cold, clammy skin
Heavy sweating
Headache
Fast, weak pulse
Muscle cramps
Nausea
Dizziness
what to do: Move to a cool place
Loosen your clothes
Put cool, wet cloths
on your body

What to do: Move to a cool place
Loosen your clothes
Put cool, wet cloths
on your body
Call 911 if you start throwing up or if your symptoms worsen or last more than an hour

Heat Stroke: Hot, dry skin
Headache
Fast, strong pulse
Confusion
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness
Slurred speech
Loss of consciousness

what to do: call 911 immediately. Move the person to a cool location and try to cool them down with cold, wet cloths or a cold bath

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Be a hero and join the Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, May 29 at Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Road) from 12-5 p.m.! All donors will receive an oversized Red Cross beach towel while supplies last! Sign up at www.redcrossblood.org and use the keyword 'southwest library'.

The logos of the Durham County Library and American Red Cross are above a picture of an arm of a person donating blood. Their hand is squeezing a yellow stress ball.

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City of Durham, NC @cityofdurhamnc.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Do you make under $89K a year? With www.getyourrefund.org/Durham63, you may be eligible to file your taxes at no cost to you. This IRS-trusted nonprofit connects you with certified volunteers who prepare and file your return.

A person sitting at a desk with a laptop, next to stacks of coins and a coffee cup. The screen shows a loading bar labeled "processing." The text reads: "Your money. Your refund. Earn under $89K? File your taxes FREE! Check out GetYourRefund.org.

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Durham County Library is excited to announce that the 6th annual Library Fest, in celebration of National Library Week, takes place from April 20 to April 25!! The theme for this year is The Stories that Built Us (U.S.).

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

You are invited to join Durham County Library's Board of Trustees meeting Happening Tuesday, March 24 at 6 p.m. Meetings are open to the public. Come share your feedback about your Library. Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St, Rm. 4347.

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Howdy pardner! Do you miss the days of floppy disks and 8-bit games? Then join us at Main Library for an Adults Only (21+) Oregon Trail Night! Registration is required. When: Thursday, April 23, 6:30-9 p.m. Where: 300 N. Roxboro Street Register: durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/15951982

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Choose Your Own Adventure: Oregon Trail

Howdy pardner! Do you miss the days of floppy disks and 8-bit games? Have you ever wanted to ford a river or suck venom out of a snake bite? Then join us at Durham County Main...

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Did you know that Durham County Library has a cutting-edge makerspace that's free to use with your library card? Join Caroline and Kyle from our Maker + STEAM team for a tour of the Innovation Lab as they show you all of the available resources and programs! youtu.be/1uB_VBenEOI

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Durham County Library's Maker + STEAM Team!

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Come join the fun at Main Library on Saturday, March 14 (12-3pm) as we celebrate Home Movie Day! Look through your attics & drawers to find your family's old home movies & bring it in to share! Don't have any? No worries! You can just show up to watch films of others & play Home Movie Day Bingo!

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Come out to South Regional Library for "The Pictographic Origins of Chinese Characters with Lewei Shang (商乐维)" ‼ Discover the 3,000-year evolution of Chinese characters - from early pictographs to modern scripts - & the logic behind simple & compound characters via hands-on pictographic calligraphy.

Flyer with QR code to register for event The Pictographic Originas of Chinese Characters with Lewei Shang on Saturday, March 14 at South Regional Library. Discover the 3,000-year evolution of Chinese characters, from early pictographs to modern scripts, learn the logic behind simple and compound characters through hands-on pictographic calligraphy, and enjoy a chance to win one of two pictograph-themed T-shirts from the presenter.

-Registration preferred-

Books by Lewei Shang

Brought to you by Sister Cities of Durham

March 14, 2026 starting at 2:00 PM

Durham County South Regional Library

4505 S. Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27713

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Join us at the Library for a FREE special screening and discussion of "The Inquisitor", a new Independent Lens | PBS documentary chronicling the life and legacy of Barbara Jordan on Tuesday, March 10, 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro St. Registration required. DurhamCountyLibrary.org

Flyer for The Inquisitor screening on Tuesday, March 10. Join us at the Library for a FREE special screening and discussion of "The Inquisitor", a new Independent Lens | PBS documentary chronicling the life and legacy of Barbara Jordan.

This film will explore her role in shaping American democracy, her leadership during moments like Nixon's impeachment, and the personal challenges she faced behind the scenes.

The event is Tuesday, March 10 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Main Library, 300 N. Roxboro Street.

After the screening, there will be a community conversation and Q&A with local leaders and subject-matter experts, reflecting on Jordan's impact, women in public service, and women leaders making change in our community.

Registration is required via Eventbrite at DurhamCountyLibrary.org

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Randy's Read Across Durham County for #ReadAcrossAmerica Week continues today with three more stops! Our newest Public Information Specialist checks out some of his favorites at East Regional, the Bookmobile & the North Carolina Collection. Tag us with some of your faves! #DCoL #read #books

City of Durham, NC @cityofdurhamnc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

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🚨 Don't miss our upcoming job fair! Connect with hiring managers, explore job options, and learn what it's like to work for the City. 📅 Monday, March 16 🕑 5 - 7 p.m. 📍 Holton Career & Resource Center Get all the details: bit.ly/4mZNKNN See current job openings: bit.ly/4mCc6Nl

City of Durham Job Fair flyer featuring three individuals smiling in work attire. Text states: "Monday, March 16 | 5 - 7 PM. Holton Career & Resource Center.

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

NEW: Congress has begun preparation for next year's federal budget, and they need to hear from library advocates like you. The best way to show up #ForOurLibraries during the budget process? Take action. Tell your Representative to #FundLibraries in FY 2027: ala.org/showup

Show up for our libraries. ALA 150, American Library Association.

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Today is #ReadAcrossAmericaDay, Dr. Seuss’ birthday and the start of #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek (March 2-6)! Randy, our new Public Information Specialist, is visiting all of our locations and showing off some of his favorite books! Tag us with photos of your go-to books!

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

🧵You probably aren't a terrible gardener. But why is that the message your tomatoes send you every summer? The answer is a concept called Sister Regions. In this FREE session, we will dig into the origins of the 1st tomato plants & their circuitous route to becoming a valued vegetable. 1/3

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Durham Grown: The Durham County Library Garden Club

Ripe Tomato Revolution! You probably aren't a terrible gardener. But why is that the message your tomatoes send you every summer? The answer is a concept called Sister Regions....

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Come out to Main Library on Saturday, Feb. 28 (2-3 p.m.) for a FREE family-friendly concert, Forgotten Clefs, the Renaissance wind ensemble from Mallarme Chamber Players ‼ Register and learn more at: durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/14817787

A group of musicians performs for a family-friendly event at the Durham County Library.

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

🧵Join us March 7 for an afternoon of global insight and local connection! Inspired by her book Four Mothers, author & reporter Abigail Leonard will sit in conversation with Commissioner Michelle Burton, a veteran educator & child protection advocate. Event is free and open to everyone! 1/2

Flyer with QR code to register, photos of Abigail Leonard and Commissioner Michelle Burton for Author Talk and Resource Fair on March 7 at Main Library. The Durham County Women’s Commission, Sister Cities of Durham, Early Years NC, and Durham County Library invite you to join us for an afternoon of global insight and local community connection!

Join us for an afternoon of global insight and local connection!

Inspired by her book Four Mothers, author and reporter Abigail Leonard will sit in conversation with County Commissioner Michelle Burton, a veteran educator and child protection advocate.

Together, they will bring a worldwide talk on parenthood followed by a practical resource fair designed specifically for Durham families.

You will be able to leave the author talk and gain real resources from local organizations through the resource fair following the talk!

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

It’s #GovernmentCommunicatorsDay, held each year to recognize the outstanding efforts of public communicators! We want to give a shout out to the members of the Library’s Marketing team (and Read A. Bull!) who work mostly behind the scenes to inform, educate & engage with everyone about our Library!

Picture of the Durham County Library Marketing staff in front of a wall of Durham County themed logos and graphics. Text reads: Happy Government Communicators Day from the Library Marketing team!

Durham County Library's Read-A-Bull lounges outside of the Durham County South Regional Library location. Logos for the library and Gov Comms day in corner.

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Did you know that the electric battery was created by Italian physicist & chemist Alessandro Volta waaaaaay back in 1745? Every year on his birthday – February 18th – we celebrate #NationalBatteryDay!

Graphic from the Durham County Library with images of different types of batteries and books on batteries for National Battery Day on February 18th. DurhamCountyLibrary.org

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

We are excited to share that the Durham County Library Small Business Center, along with Give it to the People & Durham County Commissioner Michelle Burton, are launching a countywide Durham Business Listening Tour at our locations! 1st stop is TOMORROW (2/17) at Stanford L. Warren from 6-7:30 p.m.

Graphic with schedule of all events at Durham County Libraries from February 17 to April 14 for the Durham Business Listening Tour featuring Give It to the People and Commissioner Michelle Burton. From the Durham County Library Small Business Center. QR codes as well.

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

🧵In partnership w/ Duke University Libraries & Sarah P. Duke Gardens, DCL at Duke will host “Still Telling: A Day of Stories at Durham County Library” on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at #DCo Main Library. Info: durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/16244191 1/4

Flyer for DCL at Duke Presents - Still Telling: A Day of Stories at Durham County Library
Date:
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time:
10:30am - 5:00pm

More info at DurhamCountyLibrary.org

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Guess who made the list?🎉Durham County Main Library has been nominated in Durham Magazine’s Best of Durham 2026 – Readers’ Favorite for Best Family Outing in Arts & Entertainment! Show us some love & vote by Feb. 20: durhammag.com/bestofdurham Thanks! You make our #DCo library community amazing ‼💛📚

Durham County Department of Public Health (DCoDPH) @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

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An airborne virus is a virus that can infect other people through unseen particles in the air, sometimes for hours after the sick person has left the area! Masks and clean, ventilated air can reduce the risk of getting sick from airborne viruses or infecting others.

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Durham County Department of Public Health (DCoDPH) @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Unfortunately, no, measles is not "just a rash." Some people will have mild symptoms, but others will experience severe illness, disability, or death. Take steps to avoid severe measles complications by avoiding having measles at all. Learn more about measles: www.healthychildren.org/english/heal...

No, Measles is not “just a rash” Sometimes it’s a mild illness that goes away in a week or so. Other times it’s much more. And there’s no way to predict how sick you’ll get. Kind of like how sometimes you’ll walk away from car accidents with only a scratch, but other times you could lose your life, hurt someone else, or end up permanently disabled. Since we don’t know what will happen, we try not to get into car accidents at all. Kind of like how sometimes you’ll walk away from car accidents with only a scratch, but other times you could lose your life, hurt someone else, or end up permanently disabled. Since we don’t know what will happen, we try not to get into car accidents at all. (Yes, everyone you currently know who had measles as a child survived. There’s a reason you never hear anyone who died from measles tell you it wasn’t that bad...)

When it’s not “just a rash,” measles is also: Pneumonia About 1 out of every 20 children with measles will get pneumonia, the most common cause of death from measles in young children.
Encephalitis (brain swelling) and disability. Measles can cause brain swelling, which can lead to convulsions
and cause permanent deafness and intellectual disability. Pregnancy complications

When it’s not “just a rash,” measles is also: SSPE (subacute sclerosing panencephalitis) A fatal brain disease that appears years after having measles. Symptoms include personality changes, dementia, convulsions, and more, and more, and finally death. Immune amnesia The measles virus can attack the memory cells in the immune system. This immune amnesia can erase up to 73% of your child's immune memory, making it harder to remember germs and fight off infections. Death Before measles vaccines were introduced, 400-500 people in the U.S. died from measeles each year. As vaccination rates decrease, last year the U.S. experienced its largest measeles outbreak in over 30 years and the first measles death in a decade.

So when you hear people say measles is “just a rash” or “not that bad,” maybe that was true when they had measles, and that’s great! But remember that measles can cause severe illness, disability, and death, even if you or your child have no other health conditions. There’s no way to know whether your or your child’s case of measles will be mild, disabling, or deadly, so it’s extremely important to take steps to prevent getting measles at all. (Yes, the measles vaccine, like all vaccines and medications, can have side effects, and it is significantly safer than having measles.) 2 doses of measles vaccine (MMR) = safe and 97% effective at preventing measles.

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Interested in improving your Spanish language skills? Join us for Spanish U – a 5-week class designed for adult learners, global citizens & lifelong learners! There are beginner & intermediate options on Saturdays at East Regional Library or South Regional Library from March 7-April 11.

Flyer for Spanish U sessions from March 7 to April 11 at East Regional Library or South Regional Library

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Whether you bike, walk, roll, or stroll - @durhamcounty.bsky.social & @cityofdurhamnc.bsky.social want to hear from you! Durham’s Bike+Walk Draft Plan is ready for your input. Let’s build a safer, more connected community together. Learn more & share your thoughts! engagedurham.com/221/Durham-B...

Durham Bike Walk Plan 2025 from City of Durham, Durham County and the Triangle Metropolitan Planning Organization needs your feedback. Logos of organizations over graphics of bike and walker. Share ideas at engagedurham.com/221/Durham-BikeWalk-Plan-Update

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Bragtown Branch Library will be closed today, February 4, due to HVAC issues. We apologize for any inconvenience. Check out our other locations! durhamcountylibrary.org/hours-and-lo...

Graphic of cones with message: Bragtown Branch Library will be closed today, February 4, due to HVAC issues.

Check out our other locations!

https://durhamcountylibrary.org/hours-and-locations/

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Celebrate Friday the 13th at Main Library with rounds of creepy trivia that will test your knowledge of legendary creatures and uncanny facts! This free program is intended for ages 9-15! Please be sure to include food allergies when registering - durhamcountylibrary.libcal.com/event/15925113

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Spooky Trivia

Celebrate Friday the 13th with rounds of creepy trivia that will test your knowledge of legendary creatures and uncanny facts! This program is intended for ages 9-15 years....

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

All Durham County Library locations will open at 11:30 a.m. tomorrow (Feb. 3). Stay safe! Aviso por el clima: Todas las bibliotecas del Condado de Durham abrirán mañana (3 de febrero) a las 11:30 a.m. ¡Manténgase seguro! DurhamCountyLibrary.org

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

All Durham County Libraries will be closed on Monday, February 2nd. Stay safe! Aviso por el clima: Todas las bibliotecas del Condado de Durham estarán cerradas el lunes, 2 de febrero. ¡Manténgase seguro! DurhamCountyLibrary.org

City of Durham, NC @cityofdurhamnc.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

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❄️ Check out our expanded operations for shelter this coming weekend. If you want to pitch in and help your neighbors, our HEART Team is seeking volunteers to help provide/serve meals, and support warming center and winter shelter operations. Get involved ➡️ linktr.ee/durhamcommunitysafety

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City of Durham, NC @cityofdurhamnc.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Special winter safety message from the Durham Fire Dept: Watch your footing when shoveling snow. Don’t do too much. If you feel chest pain, call for help. Check on your neighbors. Bring the pets in, if possible. Please be patient and stay off the roads so we can safely reach destinations.

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

The @cityofdurhamnc.bsky.social & @durhamcounty.bsky.social are continuing office hours at Main Library to help keep you informed about the update to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). 📌First Thursdays 3-6pm 📌Third Thursdays 10am-1pm

Colorful map of streets with post-it notes reading New UDO, Office Hours, and New Dates Added!

City of Durham, NC @cityofdurhamnc.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

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We are continuing our office hours to help keep you informed about the update to our Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). 📌 January 29, 3 - 5:30 p.m., South Regional Library 📌 February 3, 3 - 5:30 p.m., East Regional Library Learn more ➡️ engagedurham.com/35/New-UDO

Map of Durham in background with postage stamps promoting new office hours to learn more about the unified development ordinance draft.

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Weather Update: All Durham County Library locations will open at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow (Jan. 28). Stay safe! Aviso por el clima: Todas las bibliotecas del Condado de Durham abrirán mañana (28 de enero) a las 10:30 a.m. ¡Manténgase seguro! DurhamCountyLibrary.org

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Due to inclement weather, all Durham County Library locations will open on a delay, tomorrow, Jan. 27 at 12:30 p.m. DurhamCountyLibrary.org

Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Due to inclement weather, all Durham County Libraries will be closed Monday, 1/26/26. While our doors may be closed our online resources are always open‼️ Check it out at DurhamCountyLibrary.org

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durhamcounty @durhamcounty.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

All Durham County Government non-essential operations and offices will be closed on Monday, January 26. The Board of County Commissioners’ meeting scheduled for Monday, January 26, will be cancelled. More information on specific impacts to services due to the closure here: dconc.gov/DurhamCo-New...

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Durham County Library @durhamcountylib.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

ATTENTION: Northern High School (4622 N. Roxboro Street) to be opened as Mass Emergency Shelter on Saturday (Jan. 24) at 10 a.m. Details ⤵️