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Joined July 2012
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Chance to check in for a check up as city’s libraries host pioneering wellbeing pods @leedslibraries #wellbeing #health #libraries news.leeds.gov.uk/news/chanc…
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The only mystery is why it has taken so long. @AnnCleeves is the 2023 recipient of #TheakstonsCrime @HarrogateFest Outstanding Contribution to Crime Fiction Award, presented by @StephLunch Ann is an outstanding author, writing sublime crime fiction that is relentlessly humane and is always exquisitely written. Ann is also an outstanding human being. This award has never been more richly deserved.
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We are celebrating the official opening of 8 new Wellbeing Pods in libraries & community hubs across Leeds with an open morning on Friday. There’ll be speakers, refreshments, children’s activities, a visit from the storybus and information about family services. Open to all!
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Great to see the fab @leedslibraries storybus making a stunning backdrop for this photo. @OpeningTheBook
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Not sure what to read next? Use our exciting new free Central Library service: Ask for a Book. You’ll receive 3 books based on your reading choices, personally picked for you from an expertly curated collection. askforabook.com @OpeningTheBook
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So proud to have worked with @leedslibraries on this groundbreaking initiative. #Wellbeing #libraries
Health Webinar 27 June 1-2.30pm Learn about our latest health initiative – the development of community Wellbeing Pods, a partnership between Leeds Libraries and the ICB. We’ve introduced 8 Wellbeing Pods into community libraries to deliver maternity and wider health services.
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A great new range of outdoor reading furniture from our pals at @BookSpace
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New product launch! Take a look at our brand-new furniture range - designed to promote a school-wide reading culture by taking reading outdoors. ow.ly/TNjl50NKFfT #outdoorreading #productlaunch #readingculture #readingforpleasure #readingshed #bookdisplay #outdoorfurniture
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Drop into our #Leeds Central Library Social at 11am on Friday 17 March and check out all the creative activities we have in our wellbeing box! Enjoy a cuppa and chat while you have a go; there’s something for everyone 😊
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Welcome to a new week of reading! Jane Austen knew the magic of books and a good library. Tell us what you are reading this week. You can access 1000s of books, and all for free: Leeds.gov.uk/libraries
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We can confirm that Pepe the OTB squirrel is back and stuffing his little face. Hibernation is over-rated.
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Solidarity with Ukraine ✊ (Russian Embassy, London)
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Imagine how many books are in the Tardis...
We're feeling a little bit Tardis-y today. Time for a trip to Farsley Library? @leedslibraries
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We're feeling a little bit Tardis-y today. Time for a trip to Farsley Library? @leedslibraries
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