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Anciennement: Conseil International des Associations de Bibliothèques de Théologie
Formerly: International Council of Associations of Theological Libraries
The 41st General Assembly of BETH
Registration for the 41st General Assembly of BETH is now open. The Assembly will be held in Belfast, Northern Ireland, 8-12 September 2012 with accommodation in the excellent facilities of Stranmillis College (www.stran.ac.uk/).
The cost for the assembly is 425 Euros and can be paid by bank transfer on arrangement with the treasurer of BETH, Veronique Verspeurt (veronique.verspeurt@theo.kuleuven.be).
Delegates who will be coming by air should plan to fly into Belfast City airport, as this is by far the most convenient airport for reaching the centre of the city; several airlines offer service into Belfast City airport from London and from other locations. Belfast International Airport is also possible, but is at a much greater distance from the centre of the city; public transportation is available from Belfast International Airport into the city centre. Alternatively, delegates can travel by ferry which takes you into Belfast Loch, fairly close into the city.
The theme for this 41st General Assembly is Religion in Conflict, featuring an historic look at the 'Troubles' in Northern Ireland and the resolution. In addition to some valuable presentations on archiving techniques, we shall have some open forum discussion on various problems that are common to all theological librarians. The Assembly will include visits to the Records Office (a beautiful new state-of-the-art facility), the Linen Hall Library (www.linenhall.com), and the St. Patrick's Centre (www.saintpatrickcentre.com). A complete program will follow at the beginning of May.
To Register to attend the Assembly click here