Charlotte's South County Library Reopens Following Renovations

CHARLOTTE, NC — South County Regional Library is back in business, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library system announced Monday. The Rea Road library, which serves about 450,000 visitors annually, was closed for 15 months for renovations.

While the branch is now open, services will be limited, library officials said.

"During this phase, the library will only offer limited services including: “Grab and Go” holds pickup, mobile printing, materials returns and online programs for children, teens, adults, Outreach and more," the library said.

Here are the current hours for South County Regional Library, located at 5801 Rea Road:

• Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. — 8 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.
• Sunday: Closed

On Feb. 22, customers can expect the following adjusted services, according to the library:

• Customer holds will be available as “Grab and Go” at the front entrance of the branch. Materials can be reserved through the online catalog.
• Once you place a hold and receive notification that your items are available, please contact South County Regional by phone to schedule a pickup time. Options are by the hour and only available during regular operating hours. Please call the branch directly at (704) 416-6600.
• Staff will complete the check-out of materials for customers prior to placing them at the front entrance. Note: Customers will notice a change to the traffic flow at South County Regional. For your safety and the safety of others, please exercise caution and follow the signs in the parking lot.
• Staff will wear face masks/coverings and protective equipment. Masks/coverings are also required for customers.
• All material/book drops remain closed. Materials and books should be returned to the designated receptacles located at branch locations only during open hours. Signs will direct customers to the proper bin.
• Wi-Fi access is available outside the facility 24/7.
• Mobile printing is available online and can be picked up at the front entrance of the branch the same as holds. Click here to access mobile printing.
• Free mobile hotspots are available for customers to place on hold for checkout for seven (7) days at a time.
• Fines and fees are suspended.
• Facilities, restrooms and computers will not be open to the public.