SOLINET, Inc., the Southeastern Library Network, is pleased to announce that there are still seats available in the following upcoming Preservation classes. See details and descriptions below (please excuse cross-posting): ***CARING FOR SCRAPBOOKS*** Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2008 Place and Time: Live Online Class, 10 am to 12 pm This two-hour class will explore the materials and techniques used, discuss the biggest preservation challenges, and outline proper storage and handling to preserve them for future generations. While the focus is on older scrapbook collections, many of the same issues apply to scrapbooks being created today. Price: $100.00 for SOLINET members, $150.00 for non-members; early bird discounts and late fees apply. ***PRESERVATION OF PHOTOGRAPHIC MATERIALS*** Date: Thursday, July 17, 2008 Place and Time: Live Online Class, 2 pm to 4 pm Photographic materials present significant preservation concerns in library and archival collections. They are often heavily used and are fragile and susceptible to damage due to improper handling and storage conditions. Visual examples of photographic processes and deteriorated photographs will be identified and discussed. Price: $100.00 for SOLINET members, $150.00 for non-members; early bird discounts and late fees apply. For more information or to register, contact Vanessa Richardson at 1-800-999-8558, [log in to unmask] or visit our website at http://www.solinet.net for full descriptions and online registration. These classes are funded in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, Division of Preservation and Access. Any registrant within the host state qualifies for the member rate. ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).