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Enhanced Catalog: Catalog.SarasotaCountyLibraries.org 

• Our primary catalog, which is linked from our library website's search boxes and visit the catalog.
• With a modern, visual interface, we provide quick access to new materials and other popular items.
• Includes enhanced features for item covers, suggested titles, series, authors.
• Groups item formats together (e.g., book, audiobook on CD and CloudLibrary items).
• Use the Filters to refine your search.

Basic catalog: https://sarasota.polarislibrary.com/polaris/

• Provides a simpler layout.
• Includes access to advanced search features
• Includes more specific details about the item in the item records (such as subject headings, DVD contents, kit contents).

We offer a variety of items, including:

• Books (Fiction, Nonfiction, Biography)
  • Regular Print (paperback or hardcover)
  • Large Print
  • Books on CD
• DVDs and Blu-Ray 
• Magazines (Current issues are in library use only)
• Newspapers (In library use only)

Some special items you'll find in our catalog include:

• Launchpads. Custom tablets loaded with games and activities based on a theme.
• Playaways. Audiobook player. Requires a AAA battery and headset/earbuds with 3.5mm audio jack.
• Read-Along Books. Wonderbooks or VOX Books are books with the audiobook player attached to the book for an immersive read-along experience.
  • Juvenile Beginning Reader Read-Along Books
  • Juvenile Picture Books Read-Along Books
  • Juvenile Fiction Read-Along Books
  • Juvenile Nonfiction Read-Along Books

Mobile Hotspot

The Wifi hotspot kit includes the device, power cord, adapter, and the Quick Start Guide. 

Coverage not guaranteed and network experience may vary by area.

Book Club Kits

Book Club Kits contain 10 copies of a single title along with a biography of the title's author, discussion questions and a list of suggested further reading.

• Book Club Kits are available for adults, teens, and children. 
• These kits may be checked out for eight (8) weeks.

Eco-Explorer Kits

Eco-Explorer Kits are designed to inspire outdoor adventures and eco-friendly living. Kit themes include nature exploration, insects, birding, and sustainability. Each Eco-Explorer kit contains all you'll need to get started, including books, gear, and activities designed to inspire exploration for all ages. Check out kits for free with a valid Sarasota County library card.

Memory Kits

Bring back memories and unlock experiences from a family member or a friend with our Memory Kits. These kits include a DVD and/or CD, a program manual, songbooks, activity worksheets and a variety of items that may inspire memories to share.

We offer more than 30 kits centering on different themes such as holidays, seasons, school, county fairs and other life experiences.

Wellness Kits

Bring back memories and unlock experiences from a family member or a friend with our Memory Kits. These kits include a DVD and/or CD, a program manual, songbooks, activity worksheets and a variety of items that may inspire memories to share.

We offer more than 30 kits centering on different themes such as holidays, seasons, school, county fairs and other life experiences.