Services All libraries in the Sarasota County Library System provide meeting rooms for nonprofit groups and organizations whose aims are cultural, educational, intellectual, charitable and/or for discussions of current public issues. Please contact your local library or email libraryinfo@scgov.net to ask about availability. Policies The use of these rooms is granted to nonprofit groups and organizations whose aims are cultural, educational, intellectual, charitable and/or for discussions of current public issues. The use of the library for meetings will not be granted to groups or organizations for meetings which are commercial in nature. There is no charge for use of the room. Groups requesting the use of library meeting rooms may be asked to produce verification of nonprofit status. All meetings must be open to the public. Library sponsored functions take precedence. Groups may be denied use of meeting rooms or asked to reschedule a previous room reservation if a conflict arises with a library sponsored function. Rooms may be reserved up to 12 times per calendar year. Reservations are taken no more than 12 months in advance. By the first day of any given month, if space remains available, additional dates may be granted at the discretion of the Library Manager. All organizations are expected to turn in reserve requests in writing. Requests should be submitted on the standard application form to include specific dates, times, room requested and the contact person’s name and telephone number. It is the organization’s responsibility to confirm room reservations. Groups holding reservations are requested to notify the library of any cancellation at the earliest possible date. The fact that a group is permitted to meet at the library does not in any way constitute an endorsement of the group's policies or beliefs by the library or Sarasota County Government. A statement to this effect must appear on promotional materials and handouts. The library does not assume any liability on groups or individuals attending meetings in the library nor does the library assume responsibilities for any loss, damage, costs and/or expense that may arise during use of library facilities.  Rules for Use (PDF)