NOW ON BLUESKY NOT HERE (South Western Regional Library Services CIO - supporting libraries for over 80 years)
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Training in fundraising specifically relevant to library staff - starting 12 March. A short course to enable participants to identify funding opportunities & write compelling bids, as well as providing feedback & more eventbrite.com/e/training-co…
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Today marks the start of #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek. Public #Libraries make crucial interventions by offering @readingagency's #ReadingWell collection for free. All books come recommended by leading health professionals. readingagency.org.uk/get-rea… #HealthAndWellbeing
This #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek @Place2Be why not encourage children to explore helpful reading that supports mental health and wellbeing?
Our #ReadingWell book collection can offer support and advice to young people. Find out more about the list here: readingagency.org.uk/reading…
ALT Photo of a child holding a book open. The book title is: 'Dealing with Bullying'.
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#Libraries - the third round of applications for our @ace_national Microgrants programme closes at 5.30pm today, meaning you have just a few hours to get your bid in. Don't delay! librariesconnected.org.uk/pr…
ALT A woman and child are advised by a male librarian.
Final spaces left for next Thursday - frontline training for libraries: Tips for Handling Difficult Customer Situations (subsidised places for SWRLS members) - more info. and to sign up: eventbrite.co.uk/e/tips-for-…
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Terrific to see so many #Libraries lit up last night in support of #Spellow.
We're lighting up some of our libraries tonight as a symbol of solidarity and hope to mark the re-opening of Spellow Library and Community Hub in Liverpool, which was torched during the summer's violent disorder.
#ShareTheLight #SpellowLibrary
ALT A series of lanterns in the dark
ALT A white tree in a window with fairy lights in it
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The submissions window for places on our annual talent development programme, Word Space, is now open.
Download the info pack to find out more, and apply by 31st January 2025.
literatureworks.org.uk/appli…
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Great to see public libraries recognised in @HLBuiltEnviro's new report on the future of our high streets. The Committee found that high street libraries can make local services more accessible and increase footfall to sustain local businesses committees.parliament.uk/com…
ALT A bustling high street with people walking and shopping, lined with historic black-and-white Tudor-style buildings.
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This govt report shows the central role of libraries in tackling digital exclusion. During Get Online Week, 54% of the activity was by the public sector and most of this was in libraries. Good to see their vital work recognised gov.uk/government/publicatio…
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Our final newsletter of 2025 will reach subscribers next week, with news of a new #QuayWords callout, and a look back at some highlights of 2024 from across our busy programme and the South West region.
Subscribe here: bit.ly/LitWnews
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This #SelfCareWeek, take the opportunity to visit your local #Library and pick out something from the @readingagency #ReadingWell collection. Reading Well supports you to understand and manage your health and #Wellbeing using helpful reading.
#SelfCareWeek is a time to talk about looking after our mental health and wellbeing. Advice and support for all ages can be found in our #ReadingWell books, e-books and audiobooks.
Explore the books online 👉 readingagency.org.uk/reading…
An inspiring morning hearing about SWRLS projects & activities & a lovely lunch at Bristol’s The Engine Shed
On way to SWRLS AGM event with chair Donna Gundry, trustee Mike Hosking, and coordinator Shelley Trower!
A space has become available on Wednesday - drop me a line at [email protected] if you work at a SWRLS member organisation and would like to join us in Bristol
Next week @EngineShed_BB: SWRLS AGM/conference with @joannefitz talking on neurodiversity, @SomersetLib new hospital partnership project & more eventbrite.co.uk/e/swrls-agm…
Next week @EngineShed_BB: SWRLS AGM/conference with @joannefitz talking on neurodiversity, @SomersetLib new hospital partnership project & more eventbrite.co.uk/e/swrls-agm…