SOLINET, Inc., the Southeastern Library Network, is pleased to
announce our Spring 1999 preservation workshop schedule:
******************PRESERVATION MANAGEMENT********************
This session outlines the manager's role in organizing and planning
preservation activities in a library or archives. It includes lecture
and discussions covering the following topics: preservation issues;
preservation planning; preservation reformatting; strategies for
integrating preservation into library operations; and organization of
staffing and workflow.
The instructors are Christine Wiseman, Preservation Education Officer,
SOLINET, and Patricia Palmer, Head, Preservation Services, Virginia
Commonwealth University.
The workshop will be held at The Library of Virginia, Richmond,
Virginia on Thursday, May 20, 1999 from 9am - 4pm.
Cost is $95 SOLINET members ($85 early bird, $120 late registration);
$135 Non-SOLINET members and FEDLINK ($125 early bird, $160 late
registration).
****************PRESERVATION OF PHOTOGRAPHIC MATERIALS***************
This one day introductory session discusses means of preserving
photographic materials based on real-world issues and situations.
Deterioration of photographic materials is a significant concern in
library and archival collections. Topics covered include:
photographic materials and processes; issues with prints, color,
film, glass, albums,,etc.; environmental and storage guidelines;
handling and housing guidelines, and much more...
The instructor is Andrew Robb, a Photograph Conservator in private
practice. His clients include: Library of Congress, the National
Museum of American Art, and the National Museum of American History.
This workshop is scheduled for Friday, May 28, 1999 from 9am - 4pm at
The Historic New Orleans Collection, New Orleans, LA..
Cost is $95 SOLINET members ($85 early bird, $120 late registration);
$135 Non-SOLINET members and FEDLINK ($125 early bird, $160 late
registration).
**********************LIBRARY BINDING*************************
This one day session will provide the tools you need to make
appropriate library binding decisions that balance your preservation
goals and your financial realities. Topics covered include: book
structure and modern book manufacturing; what really happens at the
bindery; working with your binder; and evaluating and writing
contracts.
The instructors are Julie Arnott, SOLINET, and JC. Noyes, Marketing
Manager, Bridgeport National Bindery, Inc.
The workshop is scheduled for Thursday, June 3, 1999 from 9am - 4pm at
The Birmingham Public Library, Birmingham, AL.
Cost is $95 SOLINET members ($85 early bird, $120 late registration);
$135 Non-SOLINET members and FEDLINK ($125 early bird, $160 late
registration).
For more information or to register, please contact Andy Jones at
[log in to unmask] or call 800-999-8558, 404-892-0943.
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