It seems a bit odd to me, but apparently you don't receive a library card in NC the instant you apply for one.
I went to a local library the other day, told the lady working at the front desk that I wanted to apply for a card, and gave her my driver's license to verify my name and address. I completely understand why they want your ID. What I don't understand is why you have to wait for a card to be mailed to you in a few days.
She actually retrieved a new card from a drawer and scanned it with my information, so it was ready to go at that moment. Yet, I had to address an envelope to myself so she could mail it to me a few days later.
If you've got a current driver's license, is it really necessary to go through those extra (annoying) steps? I mean, who's going to lie about where they live just so they can obtain a library card? Why would you even want one for a county that you don't live in (or near)?
Maybe I'm just not thinking like a criminal.
I just have to follow another blog that admits to having dysfunctional branches ... I bet I have you beat! :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your blog.
Hi Kellie!
ReplyDeleteI don't know...my family gives a whole new meaning to dysfunctional...but I'll take your word for it!
Thank you for the support. I appreciate it!
That is different. Did they explain why you had to wait?
ReplyDeleteHi Heather!
ReplyDeleteNo, I didn't receive an explanation. I got the impression that it's just how they do things.
The day that I applied for a card, they gave me a temporary one with my new "library card number" written on it. It seems to be a regular practice with them for whatever reason.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks it's weird, though!
Welcome to the Geneabloggers family. Hope you find the association fruitful; I sure do. I have found it most stimulating, especially some of the Daily Themes.
ReplyDeleteMay you keep sharing your ancestor stories!
Dr. Bill ;-)
http://drbilltellsancestorstories.blogspot.com/
Author of "Back to the Homeplace"
and "13 Ways to Tell Your Ancestor Stories"
http://www.examiner.com/x-53135-Springfield-Genealogy-Examiner
http://www.examiner.com/x-58285-Ozarks-Cultural-Heritage-Examiner
Hi Dr. Bill!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your encouragement. I do appreciate it.
I'll be sure to check out your links. It looks like you stay busy!
Take care,
Jill