Gaston County to extend library hours The Gaston County Public Library will expand public access at the Main Library and its branches, beginning Monday, Feb. 22. All library locations, except the Ferguson Branch Library and TECH@Lowell, will be open Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Ferguson Branch Library (located at Erwin Center) will be open Monday-Friday, noon to 5 p.m., and TECH@Lowell will not be open on Saturday. As before, a face covering is requested for all persons entering the library buildings, and everyone must practice social distancing protocols.