The following Connecticut State Library workshops has been scheduled for May 2012. To register access the Connecticut Library Continuing Education Calendar of Events http://evanced.info/cslib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp

Basic Book Repair: Tools & Techniques – May 24^th, 1:00 – 4:00 pm (WLSC)

Would you like to save money by getting more uses per book? Would you like to keep that out-of-print book in circulation to meet your library patron's needs? Would you like to quickly repair the broken book spine that came in your new book shipment, rather than waiting for a replacement? Many repairs that can extend the life of your library collection are fast and simple, and can be done with easy-to-obtain, inexpensive materials. This workshop is appropriate for a library staff member or volunteer who will be doing book repair. Emphasis will be on simple repairs for the everyday public or school library collection, rather than on archival or long-term preservation techniques.

Topics covered will include:
•Basic book handling and cleaning, and some damage prevention measures
•Materials needed for basic book repair and where to get them
•How to repair a torn page & how to reinsert a loose page or group of pages
•How to reattach a paperback cover
•Some repair options for simple hardcover spine problems
•When to cover, re-sew, encase, or rebind books
•Resources for book repair - websites, brochures, etc.

**HANDS-ON: BRING SOME DAMAGED BOOKS TO SHARE AND REPAIR - Some supplies will be available for sharing. Optionally, you may also bring your own book repair tools to work with, such as scissors, box cutter or Xacto knife, ruler, bone folder, glue stick, and/or glue brush.**

Kris Abery

Continuing Education Coordinator

Connecticut State Library

Email: Kris.Abery@ct.gov

Tele: 860 704 2206
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