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Anatomy of a title field

If you are interested in MaRC cataloging, the first field to master is the 245– also known as the title field.  When I started this blog, I imagined a nice, succinct post on the title field.  I no longer think this is possible.  I still think mastering the 245 makes for a good introduction to MaRC cataloging.  I just no longer believe it’s possible to be succinct when when discussing title fields (or anything else in a MaRC record).  Instead, I’m going to write a long post.  If you have … read more Anatomy of a title field

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UPRLC 2025 Cataloging PowerPoints

As promised, here are the power point slides for my presentations at the UPRLC Conference in Iron Mountain.  It’s always great to see you in person.   If you weren’t at the conference and you only have time for one of my slide shows, try taking the quiz:  What’s Wrong with this MaRC Record?  Here’s the answer sheet. Other presentations:   Adding Anything You Want What Every Library Workers Wants to Understand about the Library Catalog Serial-us-ly: Periodicals If you are interested in more refresher training on cataloging topics, don’t forget … read more UPRLC 2025 Cataloging PowerPoints

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Superiorland Library Cooperative’s New Director: Tricia Wylie

Welcome Tricia!  Tricia Wylie is Superiorland Library Cooperative’s new director.  Tricia comes to us from the New River Public Library Cooperative, a small rural library cooperative in NE Florida.  Tricia is originally from Indiana, so she has some experience with snow and ice.  She is an outdoor enthusiast and is excited to explore the four seasons of  recreational opportunities our beautiful Northern Michigan area has to offer.  Tricia’s email address is:  twylie@superiorlandlibrary.org.   Her phone number is:  906-228-7697, Ext. 1.  She is looking forward to meeting everyone and is planning to … read more Superiorland Library Cooperative’s New Director: Tricia Wylie

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