Libraries Connected

As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect on a year of innovation and partnership. Whatever your connection with public #Libraries, thank you for everything you have done to champion them this year. We look forward to working with you again in 2026. librariesconnected.org.uk/news/our-highl…

Make friends at the library and look after your mental health. Regular clubs, activities and resources for all ages. somersetlibraries.co.uk/health #loveyourlibrary @BalsamCentre @libsconnected @bbcsomerset @thespacearts @SomersetCouncil

Come and experience our Black British Ballet Exhibition throughout January here at the Library! (with VR) Courtesty of @HeritageFundUK so thank you to all National Lottery Players. @libsconnected @blackbritishballet @oxygenartsuk #lovelibraries

Today is the final opportunity to nominate a #Library staff member or team for our 2026 Awards. The Awards give library staff the recognition they deserve. If you know anyone who deserves acknowledgement, please let us know posthaste! librariesconnected.org.uk/libraries-conn…

Applications are now coming in fast for the Libraries Connected Awards 2026. Don't miss out! If you know of an individual or team working in public #Libraries going above and beyond to provide an excellent service, nominate them before 5 January. librariesconnected.org.uk/projects/libra…

The Oxfordshire Business & IP Centre Team won our Children's Award in 2023. They have introduced hundreds of young people to entrepreneurship. If you want your team's work recognised, nominate them for our #Childrens Award for 2026, today. librariesconnected.org.uk/projects/libra…

A groundbreaking new report from LibrariesConnected shows Hampshire Libraries generate at least £60,000 in annual value by supporting mental health & wellbeing through volunteering opportunities. ⬇️ librariesconnected.org.uk/news/south-eas…

Happy World Kindness Day! We've put together a display with lots of wonderful books, all about celebrating and encouraging kindness 🥰 ♥️ Be the reason someone smiles today! ♥️ #WorldKindnessDay #BeKind #LoveLibraries #readingforpleasure

Today is Odd Socks Day and, we're inviting children to colour socks that will be used to decorate the libraries. Visit your local branch and help us create a colourful bunting display. #antibullyingweek

The amazing @libsconnected @MancLibraries 175 exhibition is still on display too - shaping libraries for the future not the past

No matter how often you visit the library, there's always a new discovery to be made when you step through those doors. We spoke to Michael and Barbara to find out what they've discovered over years of visiting the library. Read now salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk/library-storie…

Congratulations to all! As our Chief Executive @HunterIsobel notes in the case of Manchester City Council, public #Libraries are central to the vision of embedding lifelong learning in a growth strategy. #GetTheNationLearning

Did you know that it’s #GetTheNationLearningWeek 🎓 At MAES, we believe it’s never too late to learn something new. Learning builds confidence, creates connections, and opens doors. 🤔 What’s your next learning goal?

We are proud to be a partner of Get the Nation Learning Week. A new survey from @LearnWorkUK notes a sharp contraction in the number of adults learning nationally. Given adequate funding, public #Libraries are ideally placed to address this fall. learningandwork.org.uk/resources/rese…

It's #GreenLibraries week and did you know that using your library has a positive impact on the environment. From borrowing books and eBooks, attending community events, exploring our secret garden, or using shared tech, every library visit helps make a more sustainable world.

Public libraries: what local authority councillors need to know librariesconnected.org.uk/public-librari… love this from Libraries Connected

Those new or aspiring #Library Heads of Service wanting to take part in our 'Leading Libraries: Thriving in Complexity' programme have until Monday 27 October at 11am to apply. Please don't delay - send in your application this weekend! librariesconnected.org.uk/news/applicati…

#woolwichlibrary were delighted to welcome 150 schoolchildren to today’s @Letsalldance1 performance of Hansel & Gretel! The students from our local schools were completely captivated by the magic of the ballet. 👏🎶 @Royal_Greenwich @libsconnected @GLL_UK