This week (April 11-17) is National Library Week. Observed annually by the American Library Association, Library Week is an opportunity to learn about and celebrate all types of libraries. For most of the year, we try to keep our patrons informed about the services and resources that we provide. But we want to use Library Week to tell you about those provided by your local public libraries, so we will be posting information about area libraries all this week.

Did you know that all Georgetown Law students can get a library card from the DC Public Library? Even if you live in Maryland or Virginia, you have borrowing privileges at the DCPL, as well as your home library. For details on how to obtain a library card, visit the Web page of the DC Library, or those of Montgomery County, Alexandria, or Arlington.

You may also not be aware that all of the public libraries in the DC area have far more than books and magazines. They have extensive CD and DVD collections, and also provide access to online digital content, such as audiobooks, and streaming music and video. Even if they do not have an item you are looking for, they can request materials from other libraries for you. So be sure to take advantage of these resources that are available to you for free, and check this blog throughout the week for more information.