A quick reminder that we are accepting nominations for our 2025 Libraries Connected Awards. The Awards offer the opportunity to uncover new library champions, encourage the leaders of the future, and give library staff the recognition they deserve. librariesconnected.org.uk/awards

Next week Engine Shed: SWRLS AGM/conference with Jo Fitzpatrick talking on neurodiversity, Somerset Libraries new hospital partnership project & more eventbrite.co.uk/e/swrls-agmcon…

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

On way to SWRLS AGM event with chair Donna Gundry, trustee Mike Hosking, and coordinator Shelley Trower!

An inspiring morning hearing about SWRLS projects & activities & a lovely lunch at Bristol’s The Engine Shed

Now Jo Fitzpatrick talking about neurodivergent library staff

Report in progress from yesterday's AGM event: swrls.org.uk/post/swrls-agm…

This #SelfCareWeek, take the opportunity to visit your local #Library and pick out something from the The Reading Agency #ReadingWell collection. Reading Well supports you to understand and manage your health and #Wellbeing using helpful reading.

SWRLS has a new LinkedIn profile - you can connect here: linkedin.com/in/swrls-south…

Great to see public libraries recognised in House of Lords Built Environment Committee'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/committee/518/…

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/pub…

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

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/applications-f…

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Terrific to see so many #Libraries lit up last night in support of #Spellow.

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-han…

#Libraries - the third round of applications for our Arts Council England 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/projects/micro…

Today marks the start of #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek. Public #Libraries make crucial interventions by offering The Reading Agency's #ReadingWell collection for free. All books come recommended by leading health professionals. readingagency.org.uk/get-reading/ou… #HealthAndWellbeing

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-cou…

SWRLS is shifting from X - can be found on LinkedIn & Bluesky linkedin.com/in/swrls-south…