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"Design matters—our spaces can be as powerful as our services." At the Designing Libraries Conference today, our CDO Sonia Ramdhian spoke on how intentional physical design transforms libraries into safe sanctuaries that build confidence, autonomy, and connection.
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Designing Libraries National Conference
We’re thrilled to announce the inaugural Designing Libraries Conference, taking place on Wednesday, 17th June 2026, at the iconic Swiss Cottage...
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Fantastic night out the Birmingham Rep enjoying the new A Midsummer Night’s Dream adaptation. Made in Brum! This is what the audience thought!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” — Thomas Merton. #StratfordCreates
I had a fantastic time over the weekend being part of the celebrations for Shakespeare’s 462nd birthday 🎭 There’s something truly special about experiencing it in Stratford-upon-Avon, his hometown, where the streets come alive with history and creativity.
Happy Passover to everyone.... Here’s a page from the 1430 Darmstadt Haggadah, one of my favourite editions: the illuminations are so gorgeous. The book of the Exodus story is usually read tonight around the table of the Seder dinner.
A fantastic celebration of reading in Warwickshire! 📚 Over 500 young people joined the Secondary Book Awards—full of energy and love for books. Congrats to winner Jenny Pearson (Shrapnel Boys) and all shortlisted authors. A brilliant showcase of young voices and creativity. #NationalYearOfReading
Stairs of Knowledge at the University of Balamand, Lebanon. Walking up these stairs is literally a step toward higher education. A Tribute To Modern Day Thinkers (10 Photos): streetartutopia.com/2026/01/09/a...
Last April, The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust announced its interim chief executive would serve in the role permanently. Rachael North reflects on the first year in the role. 🔗https://museumsandheritage.com/advisor/posts/rachael-north-my-first-year-as-ceo-of-the-shakespeare-birthplace-trust/
Spent part of my Saturday back at Shire Hall exploring the “Portraits of the Shire Hall” tour. What looks like decoration is actually a collection full of stories—from local figures to monarchs. A great reminder that history is often hiding in plain sight—and worth pausing for#Heritage #LocalHistory
Eid Mubarak to those celebrating 🌙✨ This beautiful occasion brings warmth, happiness and blessings to your home, filling it with peace and grace.💫 #Eid #EidMubarak #Eid2026 #Eid al-Fitr
Over the past few years, I’ve had the privilege of visiting some remarkable libraries and meeting dedicated library staff across the Middle East — including Iraq, Oman, Jordan, Qatar, Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia. The passion for knowledge, community, and learning is truly inspiring.
Fantastic few days in Paris 🇫🇷 reconnecting with colleagues from across the global library community. Great discussions on library design & collaboration at @IFLA Library Design Section mid-year meeting, plus visits to some amazing libraries.
An inspiring day at Warwick Castle meeting in 17th century Italian Library with our amazing DL sponsors #bibliotheca @designconceptuk.bsky.social #fgl #openingthebook Discussions covered web enhancements,IFLA collaboration & planning for an upcoming national conference on #librarydesign
Some “cheesy”chat up lines from Warwickshire Libraries for ❤️ Check out our instagram platform instagram.com/warwickshire_l… Don’t be left on the shelf this valentines…🥴
Feeling lucky to live near so many brilliant theatres — nothing beats live performance. Growing up it wasn’t something we could afford, so I’m definitely making up for it now! Instead of books, I’m sharing the plays I’ve seen. Best so far: A Thousand Splendid Suns - simple staging, stunning impact.
Read our latest perspectives article where @ayubkhan786.bsky.social has an insightful talk with Sue Mckenzie about her work as a library consultant: designinglibraries.org.uk/perspectives...
Ayub Talks to Sue
Ayub Khan talks to Sue Mckenzie, libraries consultant, about the consultant’s perspective on library design projects
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Information Professional Digital Winter 2025 features Designing Libraries Director @ayubkhan786.bsky.social discussing trends in library design and technology designinglibraries.org.uk/news/trends-...
Trends in Library Design and Technology
Information Professional Digital Winter 2025 features Designing Libraries Director Ayub Khan discussing trends in library design and technology
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Looking back over 25 years ago, would never have imagined our research in Birmingham would have such an impact! www.booktrust.org.uk/about-us/new...
"The successes of the Bookstart programme are undeniable"
Ayub Khan MBE - Head of Culture, Libraries and Registration at Warwickshire Libraries - reflects on his involvement with Bookstart over the years,…
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From local projects to big ideas, 2025 has been a rewarding year in Warwickshire. Here are some of my favourite moments
Curious about Artificial Intelligence but not sure where to start? In 2026, Warwickshire Libraries will launch friendly AI awareness workshops designed especially for older people. #AI #DigitalInclusion #Libraries Keep an eye of the Warwickshire Libraries website for further details
For some, the Christmas period can be lonely & cold. Everyone is given a Warm Welcome in Warwickshire Libraries providing safe friendly & comfortable spaces for residents to relax, connect and support throughout the colder months. We have a number of sessions: tinyurl.com/mrx4sfnd
Feeling Christmassy after attending Shakespeare Birthplace Trust's carol service last night at the wonderful Guild Chapel. Wonderful readings from local colleagues, who make such a difference to the community. Thank you Paul Edmondson for putting on such a lovely event
Great session at the RSC with key local stakeholders hearing about the new 2025-2030 strategic plan, work on skills development and update on the Towns Arts and Culture strategy. Also good to meet Paul Hayes the new commercial director outlining plans to increase income and visitor numbers.
Warwickshire Libraries staff love a good celebration, especially when it involves literary legends! To mark 250 years since Jane Austen’s birth, our amazing library staff went all in with Regency Revels at Kenilworth & Southam Libraries youtube.com/shorts/a0_0h... #JaneAusten250 #Libraries
Celebrating Jane Austen's 250th Anniversary at the library!
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Massive thank you to Meet & Greet team at Warwickshire County Council for setting up such a gorgeous Christmas tree. Decorations elegant. I had honour of placing the fairy on top. It's a privilege to lead the Meet and Greet team as they are truly "Director of First Impressions" for the Council.
It is brilliant to see the success of 'Our Freedom: Then and Now' in public #Libraries across the country. Workshops at Atherstone Library in Warwickshire featuring poetry and stories from the anniversary of VE Day resulted in a specially created zine. www.warwickshire.gov.uk/news/article...
Warwickshire Libraries celebrate local stories of liberation inspired by 80th anniversary of VE Day – Warwickshire County Council
Warwickshire Libraries are celebrating the remarkable success of their ‘Our Freedom: Then and Now’, project, which has brought together communities across t
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