The Friends' support enables the library staff to better meet the public's needs for quality library service. Any individual may join the Friends. The Friends conduct regular bookstalls all year long, offering a wide variety of materials from a wide variety of donors, including books, videos and CD's.
Many books are in gift-giving condition.
Check the library's programs page for the latest book sale dates . Over 1000 Durham children each year receive books of their very own in this nationwide effort to encourage children's reading. The Durham County Library participates in the statewide program to encourage a love of books and sustain reading skills between school years. Bookmobile's Reading Incentive Program A reading club in cooperation with Durham Parks and Recreation Centers - at various Recreation Centers in Durham. Performing Arts Programs Singers, storytellers, puppeteers, and other artists perform for families throughout the year, at all library locations.