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One of those librarians. Nerd. Hill walker and sea admirer. Books, cats, dogs, and chocolate lover. Convinced it'll all make sense in the end.
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Members of the Dublin Fire Brigade have received an award for rescuing a cat from a house fire in Ballyfermot

I've expanded my UK Universities Starter Pack with a few new entries thanks to @markrubin.bsky.social You can follow it here bsky.app/starter-pack...

⌛Last day to put yourself forward to join the next round of @iflaglobal.bsky.social committees. If you haven't already, check out this quick update with links to direct you to apply before 4pm today! Self-nominate now: www.cilip.org.uk/news/690560/...

@slglai.bsky.social

📚 Join us for Unlocking eBooks for Innovation and Growth webinar on 19 March 12:30-1:30pm! Learn how libraries can create a sustainable and inclusive framework for eBook access. Delivered in partnership with @knowledgerights21.org & @inflect.bsky.social Register now: www.cilip.org.uk/events/Event...

Looking for creative ways to celebrate @worldbookdayuk.bsky.social? The @cilipslg.bsky.social committee shares their best ideas. Get inspired & make reading magical!!!! londonslg.wordpress.com/2025/02/19/c... #SchoolLibraries #ReadingForPleasure @cilip.bsky.social

The #Library #Publishing Group of the Library Association of Ireland proudly presents... @niamhtumelty.bsky.social, Director of LSE Library & Managing Director of #openaccess LSE Press! Tue, 25 March 2025, 16:00-17:00 GMT Secure your ticket for this free online event now! tinyurl.com/yh4xrwfp

@cilip.bsky.social is concerned that the removal, hiding & modification of data, research & other information resources by authorities in the USA is starting to impede the vital work of UK library & information professionals, researchers & educators. www.cilip.org.uk/news/693964/...

Yes!!!!

🟠 Upcoming events for #RLUKICIL - Inclusive Collections Inclusive Libraries series that aims to foster conversation around decolonisation & inclusive practices for collections. These virtual event are free to attend & open to all 🎟️ bit.ly/RLUKICIL 🧵

Picard dating tip: No kissing until after you've faced mortal peril together.

Just two weeks left to apply for our #ASL2025 bursary! An LIS student or member of library staff can join us for free in @molimuseum.bsky.social on 27 March and their conference review will be published in the LAI journal An Leabharlann. More details at aslibraries.ie/asl-2025-bur...

Done! 44 academic libraries on this now: go.bsky.app/7nXffYF

What you got there..🐾😍

Calling all Drumcondra readers and writers! DCU Arts & Culture with support from Dublin City Arts Office is seeking expressions of interest from individuals and groups passionate about reading, writing, and Irish literature. More details here: launch.dcu.ie/40XUJxr

'the humanities are relevant and they matter...They matter as we consider climate change, global mobility, social injustice, human rights, poverty, the values we hold, & what kind of society we want to be.' We've launched a new #OpenAccess series, Humanities Futures: uolpress.co.uk/2025/02/call...

📢CILIP is inviting researchers to undertake a gap analysis and consultation with sector experts to create a comprehensive review of training provision for leadership in the public library workforce in England. Find out more👇 cilip.org.uk/news/692550/...

"David Walsh and Gerry McCartney, in 'Social Murder?', explore in data and case studies the idea that policies might be causing life-threatening harm to people’s lives." Find the book: policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/social-murder Read more in The Guardian: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Fancy attending #ASL2025 for FREE? LIS students and library staff can apply for our bursary for the chance to do just that. AND have your conference review published in @LAIonline's An Leabharlann! Apply by 1st March, more details at aslibraries.ie/asl-2025-bur...

Check out the first episode of our new RadioMoLI series, Books & Their Makers! In this episode Paul Lynch appears in conversation with Juliet Mabey and Margaret Kelleher to discuss his novel Prophet Song, the Booker Prize, and independent publishing. radio.moli.ie/r/paul-lynch...

Attention #InformationLiteracy #InfoLit folks: here's a starter pack for you! Reply to @infolitgroup.bsky.social if you want to be added :) b📚

The gorgeous residential Gladstone’s Library Writer in Residence programme provides space and resources for up to four writers whose work engages with liberal values in the broadest sense. Writers at all stages of their career can apply. Please share :) www.gladstoneslibrary.org/events/write...

Wir haben gegen X vor Gericht gewonnen! Gemeinsam mit @democracyreporting.bsky.social waren wir heute vor dem Landgericht Berlin. X verweigert den Zugang zu Forschungsdaten, die Hinweise auf Wahlbeeinflussung geben könnten – obwohl der #DSA Plattformen zur Herausgabe verpflichtet.

The Papua New Guinea Courier is in rare form.

Today we recorded a webinar for our members with information about @iqmaward with @Kevin_Inclusion, this framework can support School Leaders to develop, track, and celebrate inclusive practices through the lens of SSE @SSEinspectorate @Education_Ire #members #support

Join us tomorrow evening for First Fridays! The museum will be open late from 6pm to 9pm with free admission and special events throughout the evening. The Commons Café will also be open with a special menu for the evening. Book your free ticket now: moli.ie/events/first...

We're thrilled to announce @clairemcguin.bsky.social @ucdischool.bsky.social as our second keynote speaker at #ASL2025 on 27 March in @molimuseum.bsky.social, Dublin! Find out more and book your conference ticket at aslibraries.ie/asl-conferen...

They want you so sad you give up. But people and nations are fighting back.

My cartoon for Wednesday's Metro

📆Today, #WorldCancerDay🎗️ 💚A friendly reminder: Thriving health begins with a thriving environment Exposure to certain #PFAS increases cancer risk (among other diseases). These harmful chemicals are present in soil, water, food, and even in our bodies. It’s time to #BanPFAS for a #ToxicFreeFuture

📣Tomorrow is Free First Wednesday! Explore stunning historical landmarks near you at absolutely no cost. Immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Ireland. Visit heritageireland.ie/visit/free-wednesday for full terms and to plan your adventure. #FreeWednesday @nationalmons.bsky.social

I'm running a Presentation Skills course next week (for @m25consortium.bsky.social) which touches specifically on presenting during job interviews. I'd love to include more perspectives than just mine - what are your tips, and if you sit on panels, what do you like and dislike?

Our AGM is only a week away! Register for your free today so you don't miss out on this brilliant talk from @nlireland.bsky.social's Nora Thornton and Joanne Carroll

IReL is pleased to announce that it is continuing support for open research infrastructure. We have renewed membership agreements with @jisc.bsky.social, @oapenbooks.bsky.social & @doaj.bsky.social to support vital resources for open scholarship. Read about it here: irel.ie/irel-continu...

'Changemakers' is cafted for those who dare to challenge the status quo, this is a radical guide for activists. #SocialJustice 📖 Find the book: https://buff.ly/4habegw 🤝 Be part of the movement: https://buff.ly/4h7f1uS

Get your nominations in for a chance to join a group who will support international librarianship! Have a quick read on how CILIP will support nominees for this election - www.cilip.org.uk/news/690560/Think-international-call-for-nominations-for-IFLA-elections-2025.htm

Careful now!

Here's one for my fellow #librarians😁 Foil, Arms and Hog are just something else! Subscribe to their channel on YouTube. And if you can see them live, book a ticket! www.youtube.com/watch?v=8P3f...

Word of day is ‘unasinous’ (17th century): united in stupidity. A riff on ‘unanimous’: which comes from the Latin for ‘one mind’. ‘Unasinous’ means ‘one ass’.

#LISjobsIE

Join library, information and knowledge management leaders for two days of inspiring talks, workshops and networking at the #CILIPConference! 📍 Hilton Birmingham Metropole 🗓️ 2–3 July Register now: cilipconference.org.uk

Help shape research for an upcoming book on the experience of homeless users in libraries. Please fill in this anonymous survey that aims to find out more about the current situation and future developments 👇 forms.gle/1dVF5SHNA6CX...