While we strive to meet our community’s needs by selecting a diversified print and audiovisual collection, the North Sarasota Public Library offers other resources as well, including: Professional Research Assistance Please ask the librarians for help. That is why we are here! Using Inter-Library Loan Services, we will do our best to find materials for you, even if we have to go outside of the Sarasota County Library System. Technology 24 Public Computer Terminals (18 adult, 5 youth) A computer lab which can hold technology classes of 8 people. High-speed Internet Access Microsoft Office XP software (Word, Publisher, Excel, etc.) Free access to Electronic Databases covering topics such as Genealogy, Law, US Companies, Magazine and Newspaper articles, and Health. Community The Library has two meeting rooms available for non-profit organizations. One is a large meeting room, equipped with projection tools, for up to 110 people. There is also a smaller room with space for 12-14 people. Both have access to a kitchenette.  There are one group and 4 individual study areas for when you need privacy or quiet time. They can also be used for tutoring sessions. We will have a variety of Adult, Youth and Teen Programming available for the public. Throughout the year, these will be available at no cost, and may include basic computer classes or special Teen programs. Feel free to ask us about these programs, and give us your input on what you would like to see or attend.