Join SHARE Cataloger Linda Johnson and IHLS Continuing Education Coordinator Morgan Ruden for a two-hour in-person book repair workshop. Follow the lifecycle of a book from selection to repair to withdrawal.
Topics covered in this session include:
- Importance of selecting books with good bindings
- Supplies needed to repair materials
- Hands-on practice with repairing books
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand the importance of being proactive with regard to repairs
- Identify and source supplies
- Make basic repairs
This is a hands-on workshop where participants will be repairing books. You do not have to be a SHARE library to participate.
Participants should bring:
- A pair of scissors and an X-acto knife (or prepare to share!)
- 5-10 books to practice repairs on. These books may be discards, donations, or books in circulation. Please do not bring rare or historically significant items.
IHLS will supply all other materials. Participants will keep some repair supplies used during the workshop to take back to their libraries.
IMPORTANT: All attendees will be asked to enter through the staff door at the rear of the building. Arrangements will be made to make this pathway accessible and easy to find.
Registration Information
Available to: All IHLS-member libraries
Session Capacity: 15 seats. Registration will be limited to ONE person per library, unless space permits.
Cost: $15 per person per session. Each participant must register individually. Your library will be invoiced after the registration deadline.
Cancellation deadline: One week before the start of the class at 5 p.m. No cancellations or refunds will be accepted after this date. However, registration can be transferred with at least 24 business hours of notice.
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About Illinois Heartland Library System
Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS) is a dedicated partner to public, school, academic, and special libraries across southern and parts of central Illinois. As one of the state's two multi-type library systems, IHLS supports libraries with efficient interlibrary loan delivery services, seamless automated lending, robust e-resources, and consulting and continuing education in librarianship. By connecting diverse library communities across the region, IHLS empowers its members to provide their patrons with access to the information and services they need, when they need them.
IHLS has offices in Champaign, Carbondale, and Edwardsville, Ill.
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