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Cataloging hacks: item record by collection spreadsheet

Late Christmas gift? Help with a new year resolution? If all you ever wanted for Christmas was a sense of order, this spreadsheet’s for you! I’ve noticed some libraries lack a good tool for keeping track of how to add item records for different kinds of materials housed in different collections. When I started cataloging at Peter White Public Library, I was lucky.  I inherited an Excel workbook that had evolved over the years, enhanced by a series of clever catalogers who preceded me.     If I were expected to … read more Cataloging hacks: item record by collection spreadsheet→

Posted on December 27, 2024 in The cat's meow :|b cataloging tips

Adding “things” (Part 1)

What do you think? Library of things:  scary challenge or fun challenge? Searching for a bib record for a “thing” is much the same as searching for a record for a book. I search Workflows for both the title and the barcode number on the package in Call Number and Item Maintenance.  I use Title / Browse search parameters for the title and General / Keyword to search on the packaging barcode number.  If you’re looking for a popular board game, learning toy, or Wilton cake pan, chances are we … read more Adding “things” (Part 1)→

Posted on August 15, 2024 in The cat's meow :|b cataloging tips

Registration Now Open for the 2024 UPRLC Annual Conference

Register now for the 2024 UPRLC Annual Conference!  The conference will be held on Wednesday, September 25, and Thursday, September 26 2024 on the campus of Bay College in Escanaba, Michigan.  This year’s conference theme is Bold Library Futures, and we have nearly two full days of engaging breakouts, keynotes and more. Visit the UPRLC Annual Conference web page for more information, including a draft conference brochure and session schedule. We look forward to seeing you in September! Register for the 2024 UPRLC Annual Conference

Posted on July 23, 2024 in General
Upper Peninsula Region of Library Cooperation