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<\/a>The University Libraries observe Preservation Awareness Day on Wednesday, April 15, and the film, The FUNdamentals of Book Care in 5 Easy Lessons, <\/em>is framed in a lighthearted and whimsical manner, the film derails traditional library stereotypes and reinforces how fun a library can be.<\/p>\nWritten, directed, and produced by Leah Donnelly, Coordinator of the George Mason Oral History Program<\/a>; Veronica Fletcher, University Records<\/a> Manager; and Adam Fielding, SC&A<\/a>‘s Research Services Coordinator;\u00c2\u00a0 the video features a soundtrack by Washington, DC guitarist Rodney Richardson<\/a>. The cast includes George Mason University librarians and student employees. 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