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Library Software Update
Library Software Update
Our new library software and catalog are live!
Some library services and catalog features may be unavailable as we integrate them with the new library software. For example, our Sarasota County Libraries app is currently not available to access accounts or our catalog.
- Login to the new library catalog!
- How do I sign in to my library card account?
- See all FAQs for the library catalog.
- All library card PINs have been reset to the last four numbers of the barcode. Steps to reset the PIN are available in this FAQ: I don't know my PIN/Password or I want to reset it - help!
- CloudLibrary now requires a PIN. It may be helpful to uninstall and reinstall the CloudLibrary app to sign in with the PIN.
- hoopla accounts may also need to update the PIN. Steps to update the PIN are available in this FAQ: Having Trouble Logging onto Hoopla - receiving "Yikes!" message
Ways to contact us.
You choose, we're there!
You choose, we're there!
Email us your question.
We're glad to hear from you!
All library card PINs have been reset to the last four numbers of the barcode. Steps to reset the PIN are available in this FAQ:
I don't know my PIN/Password or I want to reset it - help!
We're glad to hear from you!
Have a Suggestion for our Library's Collection?
We're eager to hear from our community regarding items you'd like to see on the shelves and on our ebook/downloadable audiobook collection.
Please use our "Purchase Suggestion Form" to request items for consideration. After submitting your request, you'll hear back from the Collection Development librarians within a few days letting you know whether the Library can obtain the title.
Please keep those suggestions coming! We're glad to hear from you!
Chat with us!
Need a library card? Apply online now!
Submit your library card application online.
Submit an application for a new library card through the convenience of your computer or device.
Note: Applications will be unavailable during our Library Software Update (April 29 through May 6).
Get Tech Navigator Help.
Click here to request an Appointment with our Tech Navigators
Sarasota County Libraries Tech Navigators are library staff who act as trusted guides who assist the community with the internet and the use of computing devices. Tech navigation services include ongoing assistance with technical skills, application support, and the promotion of library digital resources. Appointments are one-on-one. Request an appointment today!
Library Quick Answers and "How tos".
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There are two ways you can reset your PIN. We can have your PIN reset at one of the Sarasota County Libraries or you are able to reset it online through the Library Catalog. You will need your 14-digit library card number.
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There are a few ways you can renew library materials: online, through the Sarasota County Library's app, by phone, or in person at any Sarasota County Library location.
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To access your library card account, you can sign in through the library catalog or through the Sarasota County Libraries Mobile App.
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You can cancel a hold online, or you may ask library staff to cancel an item for you in person, on the phone (941-861-1110) or through Ask Us (chat, text or email).
Holds can be cancelled at any time, just as long as they are not "in transit" or "ready for pickup."
To cancel a hold yourself, you will need your 14-digit library card number and PIN.
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Freezing or suspending a hold means that your position in the hold queue is skipped over until the hold is unfrozen.
Holds must be frozen prior to the item being "in transit" or "ready for pickup." You can freeze a hold by logging into your account through the library catalog, through the Sarasota County Libraries mobile app, call 941-861-1110, text 941-413-2044, or email/chat with us through AskUs.
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