New Directions in Library Binding Institute
September 30-October 1, 1994
Normandy Inn, Minneapolis, Minnesota
This institute is designed to train library staff in the administrative
and operational functions of a library binding program. Supervisors of
serials, technical services, binding and preservation units will find
the curriculum most useful.
Goals and Objectives
Through a detailed understanding of changes in the processes and
materials used by library binders, participants will learn to administer,
evaluate and improve their operations to provide an effective,
preservation-conscious binding program.
Using plenary sessions and small group practicums, the institute will:
-- assess binding methods available under the LBI Standard for Library
Binding (8th ed.)
-- offer hands-on instruction for implementing a process for choosing
binding methods
-- provide guidelines for establishing library specifications for
specific binding tasks
-- provide guidelines for identifying volumes that should not or cannot
be bound and outline alternative ways of preserving them
-- offer recommendations for reorienting and upgrading the library
binding program
Housing
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Normandy Inn, the site of the
institute, at a special conference rate of $75.00 for a single or double
room until September 8. Call the hotel directly for your reservation,
mentioning the Institute on Library Binding. The phone number is
612-370-1400.
Fees and Registration Registration fees are $145 for ALCTS members, $190
for ALA members, and $235 for non-members. Registration will be accepted
in order of receipt for up to the maximum of 100 people, and must be
postmarked, faxed, or telephoned by September 15, 1994. Cancellations
will be accepted only until September 15, 1994 (subject to a $25
processing fee). Checks should be made payable to ALA/ALCTS.
Faculty
Wes Boomgaarden (Ohio State University), Gregor Campbell
(Campbell-Logan Bindery), John Dayton (Consultant, Kingsport, Tenn.),
Carol Eyler (Mercer University), Sally Grauer (Library Binding
Institute), Ivan Hanthorn (Iowa State University), Fritz James (Library
Binding Service), James Mason (Kansas State University), Jan
Merrill-Oldham (University of Connecticut), Paul Parisi (Acme
Bookbinding).
Program Outline Friday, September 30, 1994
8:15-8:45 Continental breakfast, registration
8:45-9:00 Welcome -- Sally Grauer (Library Binding Institute)
9:00-9:30 Library Binding in the 1990s: An Industry Still Changing --
Gregor Campbell. The president of the Library Binding Institute defines
the industry and looks to the future of library binding.
9:30-10:30 The Making of the Modern Book -- John Dayton. The knowledge
of what makes a publishers' binding is necessary to understanding the
process of library binding.
10:30-11:00 Break
11:00-noon A Book and a Binding: Making Sense of the Possibilities --
Jan Merrill-Oldham. Methods of leaf attachment are the heart of library
binding, and understanding them is a major part of the decision-making
process.
Noon-1:30 Lunch -- Courtesy of Library Binding Institute, Sally Grauer,
Executive Director.
1:30-2:00 A Book and a Binding, continued.
2:00-2:30 Library Binding: A Shared Responsibility, A Collaborative
Effort (video tape)
2:30-3:00 Break
3:00-5:00 Preservation Decision-Making (small group practicums) --
Members of the faculty.
Saturday, October 1
8:30-9:00 Continental breakfast
9:00-9:30 Binding Materials, Traditional and New -- Fritz James. An
overview of the quality materials used in library binding as well as
the latest in automated equipment for the bindery.
9:30-10:30 Weighing the Technical Options -- Paul Parisi. The Library
Binding Institute Standard for Library Binding and the Guide offer many
options that make library binding a complex process. Here's how best
to make good choices.
10:30-11:00 Break
11:00-11:45 Collections Conservation: Complement and Substitute for
Library Binding -- Wes Boomgaarden. The relationship between in-house
repair and library binding offers new options to a library's binding
program.
11:45-1:15 Lunch (on your own)
1:15-2:00 Managing a Quality Control Program That Makes the Quality
Difference -- Carol Eyler. Explores the librarian's crucial role in
assuring high quality library binding via a thorough understanding of
binding principles and practice, vigorous inspection of materials, and
ongoing communication with the binder.
2:00-2:45 Panel Discussion. Panelists will respond to a series of
questions.
2:45-3:00 Star Gazing -- Jan Merrill-Oldham. Thoughts about the
knowledge gained from the Institute and a look to the future.
3:00-3:05 Concluding Remarks -- Sally Grauer
Registration Form (4543)
Association for Library Collections & Technical Services
New Directions In Library Binding
September 30-October 1, 1994
Normandy Inn, Minneapolis, Minnesota
You may register by phone, fax, e-mail, or mail.
Mail: Complete this page and mail it with payment to: Library Binding
Institute, ALCTS/ALA, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611.
Fax: Complete this page and fax with payment information to
312-280-3257.
Phone: Call Yvonne McLean at 800-545-2433, ext. 5032.
E-Mail: Send registration information to Yvonne A. McLean at
yvonne.mclean@ala.org (credit card or purchase order only).
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