Excuse me, I'd like to apply for a library card.
Certainly. Here's an application form. Do you have proof of residence?
What sort of proof do you need?
A driver's license or something showing that you live in this city.
I'm a student from out of state, so I don't have a local driver's license.
Do you have a current electricity or gas bill in your name?
The phone bill's in my name.
That'll do. Bring the most recent one in with your completed application, and we'll issue you a temporary library card right away.
How long will it take to get the regular one?
It'll be mailed to you within two weeks, but you can borrow books on the temporary card.