@LukeOakesLDM

Library Development Manager, Cambridgeshire Libraries. Find me on Bluesky.

 Cambridge, England
cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/libraries-leisure-culture/libraries
Joined January 2021
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The 2025 Libraries Connected Awards are now open for nominations! We want to celebrate the achievements of public #Library staff and uncover new library champions and leaders. librariesconnected.org.uk/ne…
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CILIP@CILIPinfo27 Sep 2024
"In a world as noisy as ours, we need the quiet space of libraries for solace and safety. They are community hubs that serve whoever walks through the door but they also foster hope – in the power of words and in the people who write and read them." theguardian.com/commentisfre…

Libraries will only exist for as long as we borrow from them. Consider it your civic duty | Jodi...

In a world as noisy as ours, we need the quiet space of libraries. They are community hubs that serve whoever walks through the door

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#EndlessStories opens tomorrow @theUL. A fascinating story of a remarkable collection. Make sure you go upstairs to continue the exhibition and grab a scone in the tea room!
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Cambridge University Library@theUL4 Sep 2024
Endless Stories, opens on 28 Sep at Cambridge University Library. It showcases the extraordinary manuscripts collected by 17th-century visionary, Thomas Van Erpe. The exhibition includes works in Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, and Malay. Book your free ticket: lib.cam.ac.uk/endlessstories
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A flying visit to @britishmuseum to gawp at their #ReadingRoom. In the immortal words of Keanu, "Whoa."
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Some serious pipage to be found in Camden Town Library. #PublicLibraryPitStop @CamdenCouncil
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An excellent day spent discussing opportunities, aspirations and, most importantly, the nuts and bolts of Information & Digital, as part of the #UniversalLibraryOffer group. Thanks to @libsconnected for organising. Something fabulous this way comes. @ace_national @GoodThingsFdn
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"They are about opportunity, about discovery, about being in a place where a new thought is always possible." Great opinion piece by @PauldMcNamee on library closures. bigissue.com/opinion/librari…

Libraries are a boundless resource. We mustn't let their lights go out

Libraries are not just about books. They are about opportunity and discovery, about being in a place where new thoughts are always possible.

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Join us on Sat 21 and see what #EverySpace can do for you 😀
Cambs Libraries@cambslib13 Sep 2024
Join us at #MarchLibrary for the launch of our brand new EverySpace! Come and test out our new sound booth, green screen, iPads, Light Box & more! All with the help from our friends at #20TwentyProductionsCIC. Free drop in, no need to book. Saturday 21st September, 10am-2pm.
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Good to wander through @bibdekrook after reading so much about it. With study space galore, exhibitions, a café, photography studio, makerspace, meeting rooms and even an exercise bike to charge your phone, there's a lot on offer for the people of Ghent 😀
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Hey #LibraryTwitter you can now find me on Bluesky @lukeoakes.bsky.social
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Glorious. @DeschutesLib youtu.be/cszOex_V9Gc?feature…

Free Stuff at the Library

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Did you take part in the #SummerReadingChallenge when you were younger? 📢 We want to hear from you! 💬 Share your experience by filling out our survey and help us encourage future generations to get involved. 👉 surveymonkey.com/r/DXLGQ9R
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It's not too late to sign up for the #MarvellousMakers #SummerReadingChallenge! Join in the fun at your local library or visit our webpage to find out more: bit.ly/3VF3Fqa @readingagency #CambridgeshireLibraries
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Calling all book reviewers! Apply for your review copy here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… #Hilda #HildaAndTwig
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A lovely video about the importance of children having free access to books. Also, wonderful to see my storytime partner of old in the background, giving it the full beans 😀
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We loved hearing from this mum in Cambridge about why she loves sharing her #Bookstart Toddler pack with her son - and why it's so important to get reading together 💕
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Applications are now open for the first round of our #ACEFunded Microgrants Programme. Open to all public #Libraries in England, these grants will support small-scale activities or the early stages of larger initiatives. librariesconnected.org.uk/mi…
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A fabulously illuminating day spent @theUL finding out, "What can @cilipeoe do for you?" Keynote speaker @librarychampion gave a rallying call to fight for the future of #PublicLibraries, "Dream big, think creatively and build collaborative partnerships." @CILIPinfo
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Congratulations @RhonddaBryant on your new ministerial role covering #Libraries. Do swing past @cambslib and we'll show you how we've been using @ace_national funding to create innovative, flexible spaces for the community 😀 #EverySpace
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The #SummerReadingChallenge is here! Get your precious ones to the library and take part for free! Huzzah! @readingagency @cambslib youtube.com/watch?v=CQw2U60Y…
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Children can get crafty this summer by signing up to @cambslib Summer Reading Challenge. The theme of ‘Marvellous Makers’ aims to fire up children’s imagination and creativity through the power of reading. Sign up at your local library. Read more: ow.ly/2LNU50SG8BC
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