If an item you have placed on hold is returned, the item is labeled Shipped as soon as it is checked in at the library. The wait time for it to become Ready for Pickup will vary. Average transit time from one library to another is approximately 2-3 regular business days (excluding weekends), barring delays from holidays, inclement weather, or unforeseen circumstances.
If the item is on the shelf at one library and has to be delivered to a different library branch, the item will usually be pulled by staff to fulfill the hold on the following business morning. If the item is checked in that day, it will be labeled Shipped, and the average transit time noted above applies.
If the item on hold is labeled On Shelf in the same library branch that you have chosen for pickup, it will be labeled Ready for Pickup after being checked in by staff.
Closure Notice
Fruitville Renovation
Renovations and expansion building works will be happening at Fruitville Library, which will require Fruitville Library to temporarily close on 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.
To ensure you receive your long-awaited items, please pick them up by 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 17. Our portable library pickup option will be available in early January.
If you prefer, you may also 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.