Monthly Archives: June 2011

Modern Life Is Rubbish.

Posted on June 27, 2011

I haven’t finished transferring all my CD collection over to my iPod yet.  I came across “Modern Life is Rubbish” by Blur when I was doing this the other day.  I couldn’t believe it was released in 1993.  It’s a … Continue reading →

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Accountancy should be easy …

Posted on June 21, 2011

Accountancy should be easy, shouldn’t it?  After all, everything is either a debit or a credit:  only two possibilities.  What could possibly go wrong?  How then, am I expected to write an interesting and stimulating blog about such a dry … Continue reading →

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Urdd National Eisteddfod, 2011

Posted on June 8, 2011

Our theme for the Urdd National Eisteddfod in Swansea was photography. Young visitors to our stand could learn more about Early Swansea Photography, and take part in activities based on the Geoff Charles Photograph Collection. The highlight of the week … Continue reading →

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IBeeM?

Posted on June 6, 2011

The International Bee Research Association (IBRA), originally the Bee Research Association, was founded in 1949 and has provided information on bee science and bee keeping ever since.  In 1986, IBRA moved its headquarters to North Road, Cardiff, and in 2006 … Continue reading →

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Threats and opportunities: managing wikis and blogs

Posted on June 3, 2011

Emma consulting Wikipedia This blog was written by Emma Towner, a member of staff in the Collection Support Unit of the Collections Care Section.  Emma is studying for the Msc/Econ or Diploma in Archival Administration at the University of Wales … Continue reading →

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The Black Book of Carmarthen returns to the town

Posted on June 2, 2011

A replica copy of The Black Book of Carmarthen, one of the most famous manuscripts in Wales, was the main focus of workshops held at Ysgol Gyfun Bro Myrddin from May 16-20. Every pupil in years 7 and 8 had … Continue reading →

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