NOW ON BLUESKY NOT HERE (South Western Regional Library Services CIO - supporting libraries for over 80 years)
Joined January 2022
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6 Feb 2025
SWRLS is shifting from X - can be found on LinkedIn & Bluesky linkedin.com/in/swrls-south-…
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6 Feb 2025
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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3 Feb 2025
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
3 Feb 2025
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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17 Jan 2025
#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…
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8 Jan 2025
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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12 Dec 2024
Terrific to see so many #Libraries lit up last night in support of #Spellow.
11 Dec 2024
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
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1 Dec 2024
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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28 Nov 2024
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…
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SWRLS retweeted
28 Nov 2024
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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29 Nov 2024
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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19 Nov 2024
SWRLS has a new LinkedIn profile - you can connect here: linkedin.com/in/swrls-south-…
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18 Nov 2024
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.
18 Nov 2024
#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…
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13 Nov 2024
An inspiring morning hearing about SWRLS projects & activities & a lovely lunch at Bristol’s The Engine Shed
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13 Nov 2024
On way to SWRLS AGM event with chair Donna Gundry, trustee Mike Hosking, and coordinator Shelley Trower!
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11 Nov 2024
A space has become available on Wednesday - drop me a line at coordinator1@swrls.org.uk if you work at a SWRLS member organisation and would like to join us in Bristol
4 Nov 2024
Next week @EngineShed_BB: SWRLS AGM/conference with @joannefitz talking on neurodiversity, @SomersetLib new hospital partnership project & more eventbrite.co.uk/e/swrls-agm…
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4 Nov 2024
Next week @EngineShed_BB: SWRLS AGM/conference with @joannefitz talking on neurodiversity, @SomersetLib new hospital partnership project & more eventbrite.co.uk/e/swrls-agm…
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