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    Call for Papers: "Library Careers for Medievalists ...

    By: Allison McCormack , 8 days ago

    The International Society of Medievalist Librarians seeks speakers with an academic background in Medieval Studies to join a *hybrid* roundtable taking place at the International ...

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    Library binding periodicals

    By: Beth Doyle , 22 days ago

    We routinely send periodical binding units to our offsite location unbound but string-tied in units. When they circulate, we will usually send them to the commercial bindery. I'm ...

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    Book and Paper Interest Group Meeting at ALA Annua ...

    By: Karen O'Connell , one month ago

    Hi Everyone, The Book & Paper IG will be meeting at ALA Annual on Sunday, June 29, and we would love to see you there! Here are the details: Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025 ...

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    The History of Bookbinding from 200 to 1900: A Structure-Based ...

    By: Marieka Kaye , 4 months ago

    The History of Bookbinding from 200 to 1900: A Structure-Based Perspective A unique five-day workshop will be held at the University of Michigan Library in July, with ...

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    Job Posting: Reparative Collections Conservator, University ...

    By: Kara McClurken , 6 months ago

    Please excuse cross postings. I'm very pleased to announce a 2-year Reparative Collections Conservator position opening at the University of Virginia Libraries. Please note ...

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    Reminder: The Care and Keeping of Medieval Documents ...

    By: Allison McCormack , 10 months ago

    The International Society for Medievalist Librarians is soliciting speakers for their hybrid panel "The Care and Keeping of Medieval Documents," to be held at next year's International ...

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    RE: Seeking Chair for Book and Paper Interest Grou ...

    By: Erik Nordberg , 11 months ago

    Yes, we have you logged now as co-chairs. Many thanks for your response! Erik

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Purpose: Discusses matters related to the preservation and continuing role of books, paper-based materials, and other tangible artifacts in collections. Discussion includes, but is not limited to, library binding, physical quality and treatment.

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This interest group is part of Core's Preservation Section.