Louisa Steel

Supporting libraries We are the development agency for libraries in England. Our focus is on public libraries which operate within a wider framework of library provision and local and national government services.

Congratulations to the 20 library services joining Arts Council England Libraries Development Framework. A fantastic opportunity to highlight and evidence the library service's commitment to ongoing development, innovation, sustainability and best practice. https://ow.ly/Lcfw50XFzFN

Congratulations!!

Black cat sitting on a teal sofa with his front paws resting on a book with a yellow cover

Congratulations from a cat who'd like to get a bird, but is too scared to leave the house...

Advert on H&M website showing a teenager with long dark hair wearing a cream sweatshirt with a picture of Snoopy dressed in red beret standing by the Eiffel Tower.

#H&M really??? #Peanuts

BBC Four - Storyville, The Librarians Documentary about the US librarians who are risking their safety to defend free speech.

Watch #TheLibrarians documentary on BBC Four's Storyville www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

A smartphone takes a picture of a busy theatre.

As part of our celebrations of the 175th anniversary of the Public Libraries Act, between October 6 and 12 we want #Librarians to take a photo - or several - that shows what your library service looks like today.

Information on how to submit is below.

www.librariesconnected.org.uk/projects/lib...

Saw #Evita in London last night. I've been lucky enough to see a lot of great productions over the years, but this was probably the best yet. Rachel Zegler is just incredible 🌟

I am one of the 14 authors who chose to leave the Polari Prize, and I find myself frustrated and saddened at the way this entire story has been represented. 1/

a close up of a stuffed rabbit holding a piece of paper in its mouth . ALT: a close up of a stuffed rabbit holding a piece of paper in its mouth .

Pipkins!

View of red brick Tudor Gatehouse with gardens in front under a blue sky interspersed with white clouds

Another fabulous History Books day at Layer Marney Tower to round off this year's @essexbookfest.bsky.social big congratulations to all those involved 👏

Beamish: Open-air attraction in County Durham wins Museum of the Year Beamish in Country Durham, which recreates life from bygone eras, is named the UK's museum of the year.

Brilliant news - thoroughly deserved. I've been visiting every few years since the 1980s, and it's been wonderful to see it grow. Just wish I didn't live 300 miles away!
BBC News - Open-air 'living museum' scoops prestigious £120k prize
www.bbc.com/news/article...

View of London skyline with office blocks in the distance and rooftops in the foreground. Sky heavy with white and grey clouds

Fun #librarian afternoon choosing titles for the #BBCRadio2BookClub plus great views from the #DK offices. Even spotted (just!) my old workplace at #LFB HQ

Shared reading boosts brain development, bonding, wellbeing, school readiness & community connection 📖

We’re proud to support the #ReadingRights report from @booktrust.org.uk & Frank Cottrell-Boyce, exploring how we can ensure no child misses out on reading as a part of daily life👇
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Large grey stone and glass library building with cloudy skies

Interior of library with planters in foreground of atrium with several floors visible in background

Library atrium with stairs leading up to multiple glass fronted storeys

Wall of books behind glass visible from library atrium

Quick trip today to the beautiful #CastleOfLight that is the #NationalLibraryofLatvia in #Riga

Hurrah!

Sad to see it go. Fond memories of visiting during student days in the late 80s - huge auditorium as I remember

Ooh - does she have The Magic Porridge Pot?

On Tuesday 27 May 1-2pm, I'm presenting a webinar on behalf of @ciliplgbtq.bsky.social, "How to be a good ally to trans*, non-binary and gender-conforming people"

I've spoken about this before but allies are more vital than ever now...

Register and share please!

www.cilip.org.uk/events/Event...

One orange and one white stuffed cat toy sitting on a grey tiled kitchen floor with blue drawers behind

Yes! But mine is only 7 and has been doing it since I rescued her 3 years ago. This morning's offering:

It was a great stealth bear!

Actor playing the Fiddler on the roof is surrounded by wheat, holding a bow in the air and the fiddle to his chin. Smoke rises behind him

NEW: Over £2 million invested for first time tours 🎉

Developed closely with the touring ecology, the pilot Incentivising Touring scheme will bring amazing UK dance and theatre to communities across the UK and internationally 💃️🎭🗺️

Find out more 👇
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Someone is reading a book in a library. The book title is Those People Next Door.

Quick Reads from @readingagency.bsky.social are short, powerful books by bestselling authors—perfect for ESOL learners, busy people, or those getting back into reading.

Find your next read this #WorldBookNight 📚

Find out more 👉 buff.ly/wmFK4DX.

#ACESupported

Two black cats sitting on a desk next to a pile of books with monitor behind. Desk is in the window with a view of a white clapboarded and pebble dashed house

Obligatory cat inspection of the new WFH set up #Caturday

From left to right are Shannon W. Lucid, Margaret Rhea Seddon, Kathryn D. Sullivan, Judith A. Resnik, Anna L. Fisher, and Sally K. Ride. NASA selected all six women as their first female astronaut candidates in January 1978.

Maybe we should honor the women who were real astronauts.

From left to right are Shannon W. Lucid, Margaret Rhea Seddon, Kathryn D. Sullivan, Judith A. Resnik, Anna L. Fisher, and Sally K. Ride. NASA selected all six women as their first female astronaut candidates in January 1978.

Just started Gallows Pole

Just loved this book - definitely one of my all time favourites. Beautiful writing. Have you read Rare Singles? Different again but a great read

Large bunch of fresh, purple-tipped asparagus wrapped in a brown paper bag

It's my favourite vegetable time of year! #Asparagus season has started, and this lovely bunch is fresh from the field #Thorogood #Southminster #DengiePeninsula

Oh, hadn't thought about that addition of water. Will give that a go!

What's your preferred ratio? 🤔