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#uklibchat

@uklibchat

Discussion group for library and information professionals. This is no longer an active account.

 United Kingdom
uklibchat.wordpress.com/
Joined October 2011
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We've made a decision to say goodbye to #uklibchat and end on a high having reached the 10 year mark. This account is no longer actively monitored. Chat archives 2011-2021: wordpress.com/page/uklibchat… Some tips for setting up and managing a community space: uklibchat.wordpress.com/2021…
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I may as well kick off with Q1 - what's your choice of beverage for our #uklibchat farewell drinks? I think with #StormBarra coming up I'll go with a hot chocolate...
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Have you been mulling over an idea for a project that would benefit from a brainstorm session? This group might be able to help! A farewell #uklibchat Mon 6 December 7pm UK time. uklibchat.wordpress.com/2021…
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We are gathering for a virtual cosy fireside chat with a hot beverage for a farewell #uklibchat Mon 6 December 7pm UK time. We would love to see you there. uklibchat.wordpress.com/2021…
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ALT table set with mugs of hot drinks, a jug, warm gloves and a vase of flowers

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Join us and @ciliplgbtq tonight from 7 pm (UK time) for the final #uklibchat when we will be discussing the state of LGBTQ+ #inclusion and #discrimination in libraries buff.ly/2ZvGt3h
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Join us and @ciliplgbtq tomorrow from 7 pm (UK time) for the final #uklibchat looking at how far we have come in overcoming LGBTQ+ #discrimination in libraries. Catch up with the latest and past feature articles and add your questions to the agenda at buff.ly/2ZvGt3h
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Might anti-LGBTQ+ trends affecting US libraries cross the Atlantic in time? Join the discussion on Tuesday 9 November from 7 pm (UK time) here on #uklibchat #DiversityandInclusion #discrimination buff.ly/2ZvGt3h
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Are libraries progressing towards a liberal utopia with equity of access and dignity for all? Discover the latest findings and join us and @ciliplgbtq for the final #uklibchat next Tuesday, 9 Nov from 7 pm. buff.ly/2ZvGt3h
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Are libraries seen as universally safe havens by LGBTQ+ people? Is everyone in the profession pulling in the same direction when it comes to LGBTQ+ #discrimination? Join #uklibchat and @ciliplgbtq for the discussion buff.ly/2ZvGt3h
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How far have libraries come in combating a national culture of transphobia and a distrust of sexual 'otherness'? Who fights for and against LGBTQ+ rights in libraries and how? Read the feature article and then join us and @ciliplgbtq to discuss buff.ly/2ZvGt3h
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So this is hilarious. Our chat anniversary was this summer, but it appears our Twitter account birthday is today. Very fitting as we slowly wrap things up. #uklibchat #MyTwitterAnniversary
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Your host @GabyK_lib is currently collecting possible reads for tonight’s *video livestream* edition book tour and adult read aloud. See you at 7pm UK time!
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Countdown to live #uklibchat today 2 Aug at 7pm - in just a few hours. Are you getting comfortable for a gentle bookshelf tour and reading aloud? uklibchat.wordpress.com/2021…
Next session Bookshelf tour and grown up story time Monday 2 August 7-8.30pm UK Time

ALT Next session Bookshelf tour and grown up story time Monday 2 August 7-8.30pm UK Time

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Just one day to go! Get your gin ready (or other beverage of choice) for #uklibchat Monday 2 August 7pm UK Time uklibchat.wordpress.com/2021…
Photo of a hand holding a book. Text alongside reads "You are cordially invited to Bookshelf Tour and Grown up Story time #uklibchat 2 August

ALT Photo of a hand holding a book. Text alongside reads "You are cordially invited to Bookshelf Tour and Grown up Story time #uklibchat 2 August

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What is the oldest book on your shelves? How many unread books do you own? This month's #uklibchat is LIVE - grown up "storytime" - reading aloud - and shelf tours. Join us Mon 2 August 7pm UK time and have a very relaxed watch and chat. uklibchat.wordpress.com/2021…
Next session Bookshelf tour and grown up story time Monday 2 August 7-8.30pm UK Time

ALT Next session Bookshelf tour and grown up story time Monday 2 August 7-8.30pm UK Time

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This month's #uklibchat is LIVE - grown up "storytime" - reading aloud - and shelf tours. What books did you love being read to you as a child? Join us Mon 2 August 7pm UK time and have a very relaxed watch and chat. uklibchat.wordpress.com/2021…
Photo of a hand holding open a book, plus text "You are cordially invited to Bookshelf tour and grown up story time #uklibchat Monday 2 August

ALT Photo of a hand holding open a book, plus text "You are cordially invited to Bookshelf tour and grown up story time #uklibchat Monday 2 August

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#uklibchat is back with a summery chat on Mon 2 Aug 7pm UK time - we will be live with @GabyK_lib. Since she's sharing her shelves - why don't you share yours? Instagram worthy or not! Here's a little childhood bookshelf to let you know it doesn't need to be perfect!
#uklibchat next session: bookshelf tour and grown up storytime Monday 2 August 7-8.30pm UK time

ALT #uklibchat next session: bookshelf tour and grown up storytime Monday 2 August 7-8.30pm UK time

Shelfie showing a range of books in variable condition. Some are tatty and some aren't. Mixture of children's books like Tarka the otter, flower fairies (originals) and adults including Star Wars and The Hobbit.

ALT Shelfie showing a range of books in variable condition. Some are tatty and some aren't. Mixture of children's books like Tarka the otter, flower fairies (originals) and adults including Star Wars and The Hobbit.

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Urgent message #uklibchat fans - the batsignal is going up a little late, but we ARE going to be with you very soon. Mon 2 Aug 7pm UK time will be an unconventional "chat" - a livestream including some bookshelf tours & grown up story time with @GabyK_lib uklibchat.wordpress.com/2021…
Photo of a hand holding an unknown book. Text reads "Your are cordially invited to Bookshelf tour and grown up story time. #uklibchat Monday 2 August.

ALT Photo of a hand holding an unknown book. Text reads "Your are cordially invited to Bookshelf tour and grown up story time. #uklibchat Monday 2 August.

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