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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Might visit to honour my multiple Irish great and great great grandmothers. None of whom left any useful records for me to find out anything about them.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

When you happen to be in the office when the BEST @booktrust.org.uk delivery arrives! Our libraries can't wait to gift these to our families! #nyr2026 #nationalyearofreading

A copy of Gruffalo Granny being held over a box of more copies of the book.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Great visit to the newly refurbished Carlisle Library for the @librariesconnected.org.uk North West meeting today. So great to see such a large space dedicated to children and families. ❤️ ( @librariesrising.bsky.social )

A library space with chairs and tables. The wall decor says 'Creative Lab' with a picture of a rainbow.

A library space filled with microfilm readers with the words 'History Lab' on the wall, along with images of Carlisle landmarks.

A photograph of the local history section at Carlisle Library, including multiple microfilm readers.

A photo of part of Carlisle children's library space including bookshelves and roman/hadrian's wall theme wall decor

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Blackpool Grand Theatre Official @grandtheatrebpl.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

🔊 Join Our Youth Advisory Board! Blackpool Grand Theatre launches its first Youth Advisory Board... If you are aged 13-18 years and are interested and would like to have your say about what happens at The Grand by working alongside our Trustees and Senior Leadership Team. bit.ly/4wWZ95J

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Turns out a little cartoon owl that looks upset is absolutely the way to make me stick at something... #NoteToSelf

A screenshot of Duolingo showing a 200 day streak

A screenshot from Duolingo showing Your Irish Score is 12

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The Sutton Trust @suttontrust.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

🚨 Wide disparities in GCSE attainment by region 🚨 Our analysis of GCSE results reveals more about the differences in the proportion of pupils achieving both pass grades and top grades, with London outperforming the rest of the country ⬇️ www.suttontrust.com/news-opinion...

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The Magic Faraway Tree or The Exiles. #booksky

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Hashtag St. Annes Problems. (OK, I needed a cake, right and also walked three miles to justify it...)

A pink paper bag that says Beurre Patisserie being held over a "from where I stand" style photo of a floor mosaic.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Shrub in Chester is hands down some of the best food I've ever eaten. Will never stop recommending.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Highlight of my week. Seeing a seagull smiling (I SWEAR it was smiling) upon discovering a full custard slice in the street. Also, hard relate.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Doughnut*, tiny bird, art, elk, books, bagel. *The actual world's best doughnuts imo. #Preston #Lancashire

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

When it's so humid the mist erases the tower, and it feels like you're walking through rain that's been suspended in time. 🥵 #Blackpool

The top of Blackpool Tower sticking out over the top of a cloud of sea mist. In front is a large modern building.

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 07/07/2026

🥳 We are delighted to announce that the brand new Waterstones #ChildrensLaureate 2026-2028 is the marvellous @lawrencepatrice.bsky.social We're so excited that Patrice is taking on the role and love that she will be focusing on how stories can help to build communities. #NationalYearOfReading2026

Patrice Lawrence Waterstones Children's Laureate 2026-28

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Lovely to see members in person today at our @librariesrising.bsky.social North West meeting at Stockroom in Stockport. 💛 PS. If you want to see a library reimagined for the 21st century done well, it's a must visit. (Couldn't get many photos because it was FULL of people! )

An image of a large smiley face on a white wall.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Interesting to learn about free licensing arrangements in the 1860s, which possibly explains how/why my great great great grandfather was fined multiple times for Sunday trading. The problem with having incredibly ordinary ancestors is that the only extra record of them is when they broke the law 🤷🏼‍♀️

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Discovering Finland @discoverfinland.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

BBC Future reports that "Finland's libraries are increasingly being valued not by how many books they lend, but how they help societies function": www.bbc.com/future/artic... Discover how Helsinki's new Central Library Oodi function as a living room for residents: oodihelsinki.fi/en/

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

A big well done to everyone but a HUGE #Blackpool well done to @knittymcsprag.bsky.social and team! 🎉🎉🎉

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Michael Rosen @michaelrosenyes.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Tomorrow I'm on in: Blackburn with Darwen Children’s Literature Festival at The Exchange Theatre See you there.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Joyful. I read it in one sitting. I worked for six years at the library in the very same little town. Hard relate. #lovelibraries #lovebookshops #booksky

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Emergency Rhyme Time cover at #Layton Library. Not what I was expecting to be doing today, and couldn't believe I still had my 2016 song list from Lytham to hand... It might have been a while but it was great fun to get stuck in 😊 #LoveLibraries

A piece of A4 paper containing a list of songs and rhymes being held up over a colourful rug and bookshelves.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Finally got round to watching #Andor. Space-Cleveleys is surreal.

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The Reading Agency @readingagency.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

We were delighted to see our Head of Research & Evaluation Carina Spaulding on BBC The One Show discussing the power of social connections in developing a reader identity. Watch the clip here from 1:55-5:25 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

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The One Show - 01/05/2026

Alex Jones and Clara Amfo bring you the stories that matter from across the country.

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BookTrust @booktrust.org.uk · 02/05/2026

It's never too early to start reading with a baby... Research shows that early shared reading has so many benefits - some right here and now, and some that can last a lifetime. Find out how #Bookstart Baby packs help families to share books and stories: bit.ly/4ejk2Cs #BabyDay

A photo of a woman reading a book to a baby on her lap, with a Bookstart Baby pack on the floor, White text on a pink background says 90% of all newborn babies in England and Wales receive a Bookstart Baby pack.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Come with us to the regional conference for @librariesconnected.org.uk North West! A day to celebrate libraries and explore how we can continue to evolve, grow and thrive 📚🌱Thank you to everyone that made this day of creativity, learning and reflection possible 🩷

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Cambridge University Library @theul.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Cambridge University Libraries & @bodleian.ox.ac.uk, with support from CILIP & @librariesconnected.org.uk, have published a review showcasing the value of public libraries across the UK: doi.org/10.1177/09610006261431330

A librarian with a pink mohawk sits at a desk using a computer in a large reading room, with rows of bookshelves and desk lamps in the background.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

Most surprised to stumble across morris dancers at the Museum of Liverpool given my current read. If I wasn't convinced we were in the middle of a folk revival already, I am now. Dubious of their claims of the dances being 600 years old though...

A view of a troupe of morris dancers in the lobby of The Museum of Liverpool

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

I've only read the introduction so far. Interesting concept though. Customs related to urban living and includes 'flowerbeds, fairs and charter days, pageants and processions.'

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Picked up a new book! Intrigued by the concept of 'municipal folklore': 'customs that...might not have fallen under the heading of folk because they have generally been associated with councils or institutions.' Now hiding from tree pollen 🤧 #booksky #hayfever #argh @lallymacbeth.bsky.social

A copy of The Lost Folk by Lally Macbeth being held up in front of a white wall.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Libraries through life starts with the very youngest. 🧡 A pleasure to be at the launch of the Libraries Alliance today with @librariesrising.bsky.social Fascinating to hear about parts of the sector I don't know much about too. @librariesconnected.org.uk

Backs of heads in front of a white screen displaying the text Libraries Alliance Libraries through life

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Ah it's lovely isn't it? I've been lucky enough to have one too. Such a good bookshop too!

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Libraries Rising @librariesrising.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Interested in joining our team as our new Development and Delivery Manager? We’re looking for someone who can help us secure and shape the work we want to deliver, bringing a values-led approach to funding and development. Closing date: 9:00am 8th April librariesrising.org.uk/resource/dev...

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Development and Delivery Manager - LibrariesRising

We're looking for a Development and Delivery Manager (Projects) to join our team. This is a new role for the charity.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

New book & sunshine. I've been looking forward to getting my hands on this for weeks. @traveloguer.bsky.social #booksky #lancashire

A copy of Lancashire by Chris Moss being held up above some grass and daffodils

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BBC NEWS @bbcnewsunofficial.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Blackpool, Ipswich, Milton Keynes among nine finalists for UK City of Culture 2029 The nine-strong longlist of cities will receive a £60,000 boost of funding to develop a full bid plan.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Happy birthday TeenLibrarian!

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 03/03/2026

We are very pleased to reveal the shortlists for the Libraries Connected Awards 2026, sponsored by OverDrive. All nominees stand out for their commitment to going above and beyond their daily roles, delivering exceptional services for communities. www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/shortli...

A woman works at a computer inside a library.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

One of my favourite libraries! (Shhh, don't tell the others!) Proud of my colleagues for their work on this project 👏

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

A pleasure to host @better-start.bsky.social and children's services colleagues at Palatine Library today for #NationalYearOfReading fun 😊 (Not me just excited to get a quick play with some googly eyes! 👀👀) #GoAllIn #Blackpool @readingagency.bsky.social @literacy-trust.bsky.social

A children's activity tray with materials such as pinecones, owl masks, woodland creatures and leaves.

A hand holding up a wooden disk with some cream coloured play-doh with googly eyes and feathers stuck on, in front of some library shelves.

An activity tray with wooden blocks and shapes and pictures of three baby owls in the background.

Wooden discs depicting woodland creatures with a copy of Owl Babies propped up in the background.

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Clover @cloveroverover.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

An absolute privilege to host another @loudinlibraries.bsky.social academy at #Blackpool Central Library 🧡 Never ceases to amaze me how talented and creative our young people are.

A whiteboard in a library covered in song lyrics written by young people.

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