Yes, there is an advanced search option!
This option will allow you to search by Author, Concept, Series, or Title. You'll also be able to limit your search to items that are currently available, items at a specific library branch, item type (books, audiobooks, DVDs, eBooks, eAudiobooks, etc.), language, or publisher. These search limits are optional, and you can use as many or as few of them as you'd like.
To use the Advanced Search Option, please follow the steps below:
- Go to the library catalog.
- On the right side of the search bar, select the arrow.
- A drop-down menu will be generated, and you will be able to select Author, Concept, Series, or Title.
For information on how to search the catalog without an author or title, please click here.
Closure Notice
Fruitville Renovation
Renovations and expansion building works will be happening at Fruitville Library, which will require Fruitville Library to temporarily close beginning Dec. 18. The reimagined library is scheduled to reopen in July 2026.
Holds Pickup Interruption at Fruitville Library
With the closure of the Fruitville Library, there will be a brief period over the holidays when you will be unable to pick up your holds.
Our portable library pickup option will be available in early January.
If you prefer, you may change your hold pickup location to another library before that date. If you need assistance updating your pickup location, please call 941-861-1110.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
For more information, visit SarasotaCountyLibraries.org/FruitvilleRenovation.