When council cut paid library staff, they have to make do with who will work for free. Or close the library. This depressing notice from Sheffield Libraries acknowledges one of the many problems with this course of action. x.com/fairytrousers/…

If you don’t need it, don’t use it - it's great to hear the Government is considering a ban on single-use plastic straws in bars, pubs & restaurants in the UK 🌍 #PromiseForThePlanet

Sending 💕 and 🌈 to Drag Story Time, UK. They launched in Bristol Libraries, and completed a sold out event in Bishopston Library with a charming performance teaching children about acceptance, difference and kindness. x.com/dqst_uk/status…

Local GP explains how Wick Road library supports the health and social needs of the local community. From access to information on conditions to support groups. facebook.com/savewickroadli… #ittakesalibrary

7-year-old: I wish there was a bookstore where all the books were free. Me: *pulling out a library card* Do I have news for you...

Happy #WorldWildlifeDay everyone! This year, celebrate your favourite big cat by finding your kindred species and taking on the Big Cat Challenge here: bit.ly/2t749Kv

The 1.5 million Adélie penguins hiding in plain sight have increased the region's known penguin population by nearly 70 percent on.natgeo.com/2FjXvFs

Coming soon to Bristol #microbitsinlibraries. We have been given 300 - available to borrow from all libraries free - you just need your library card. For coders young and old or just those who want to find out what it’s all about. microbit.org

Happy International Women's Day! #IWD18

We’ve chosen these books by and about inspirational women to celebrate International Women’s Day. Which books would you recommend? ow.ly/cRza30iPcgG #IWD2018 #internationalwomensday2018

We LOVE hedgehogs, but over the last decade we have lost over 40% of our prickly neighbours 😞 Billy's here to give us a little advice and knowledge about how to help these iconic species out. 👇👇👇🦔 Hedgehog Society #Winterwatch #Hedgehogs #Saveourhedgehogs

Not easy to concentrate reading a whole book or just tired of reading alone? We run 12 welcoming #sharedreading groups in Bristol Libraries in partnership with dcrowley. Ask at your local Bristol Libraries to find out which is your closest

What does your library mean to you? Brislington Labour and Save W.R. Library asked that question and received nearly 100 testimonials of how the library supports the community. If you thought libraries were storage for books, read this and think again. Libraries are about people. x.com/cherylwarner77…

I've just signed up to the #GreatBritishBeeCount 2018 - join me and let's help #bees this summer! act.friendsoftheearth.uk/act/join-great…

Do you enjoy reading or listening to a recording but can't get out of the house? our Home Library Services offer a vital link to your local library. royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk/get-help/suppo… Or telephone Hetty on 07714 898 558 LibrariesWest Reading Passport RoyalVoluntarySvc

Free course to improve your #English conversation in #Bristol starts 19th April enrolonline.wea.org.uk/Online/2017/Co…

Did you know? Bristol Central Library has a stock of Children's Stories in Giant Print and Braille LibrariesWest RNIB Library

The government wants libraries to help benefit claimants etc but does nothing to stop cuts to them caused by (government-decided) austerity. The BBC points out this may cause a problem. bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-…

EU agrees total ban on bee-harming pesticides #Pesticides theguardian.com/environment/20…