Introduction to Basic Book Repair: Decision-Making and Techniques for Circulating Collections (San Francisco)

Program Type:

In-Person
  • Registration is available for this event.
  • Registration will close on July 9, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
  • There are 14 seats remaining.

Event Details


In-person event | San Francisco, CA | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm


Learn how to make basic book repairs for circulating or general collections in this one-day, hands-on workshop taught by UCLA Library’s Book and Paper Conservator, Nicole Alvarado. Participants will spend the first hour and a half learning about proper book handling procedures and examining bound materials. This will be followed by hands-on practice performing basic repairs such as hinge repair, minor spine repair, tear repairs, and tipping-in loose pages.

Due to the hands-on nature of the workshop, attendance is limited to 15 participants.

Who should attend

Library, archives, and other staff who have responsibility for the preservation of circulating collections.

Presenter: 

Nicole Alvarado, UCLA Library’s Book and Paper Conservator

 

Address of Hosting Library

SFPL Main Library
100 Larkin Street in San Francisco, CA 94102
Lower Level-- Latino/Hispanic Meeting Room

Travel and Parking Information

  • Attendees will enter through the entrance at 30 Grove Street. The Main Library does not open until 12pm on Fridays, but Library Security will allow attendees to enter at the Grove Street entrance.
  • The SFPL Main Library is accessible by BART (Civic Center Station) and Muni. Parking is available at the Civic Center Garage. The daily rate is $30. Street parking is generally not available.
  • Carpooling is encouraged if you are driving.

Travel Reimbursement Information

CALL will reimburse travel by personal vehicle or public transit for library workers traveling 50 miles roundtrip or more.

  • Reimbursements are not allowed when using government or city cars.
  • Reimbursement for mileage is 72.5 cents per mile.
  • Public transit expenses will be reimbursed when they represent a reasonable and cost-effective means of travel. Reimbursement is limited to standard fares and does not include premium or upgraded services.

 

Track: Book Repair

 

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