Librarians Building Libraries
@bldglibraries.bsky.social
Our mission is to collaborate with library communities worldwide, providing resources, training, and innovative solutions that promote literacy and provide access for all.
The JAMS Library Project continues! Phase Two is here: comfy furniture, more books students love, & better library tools. We’re not done yet—help us keep building!
Blog: bldglibraries.substack.com/p/were-back-...
@librarianjones.com @captainlibrary.bsky.social @andreatrudeau.bsky.social
Blog: bldglibraries.substack.com/p/were-back-...
@librarianjones.com @captainlibrary.bsky.social @andreatrudeau.bsky.social
August 3, 2025 at 11:37 AM
The JAMS Library Project continues! Phase Two is here: comfy furniture, more books students love, & better library tools. We’re not done yet—help us keep building!
Blog: bldglibraries.substack.com/p/were-back-...
@librarianjones.com @captainlibrary.bsky.social @andreatrudeau.bsky.social
Blog: bldglibraries.substack.com/p/were-back-...
@librarianjones.com @captainlibrary.bsky.social @andreatrudeau.bsky.social
Our time at Jane Adeny Memorial School in Kenya has come to an end, but the memories will stay with us. Grateful to Dr. Wasonga for her warm welcome and powerful vision.
The song playing? That’s the girls singing their school song—I recorded it during our visit.
The song playing? That’s the girls singing their school song—I recorded it during our visit.
July 28, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Our time at Jane Adeny Memorial School in Kenya has come to an end, but the memories will stay with us. Grateful to Dr. Wasonga for her warm welcome and powerful vision.
The song playing? That’s the girls singing their school song—I recorded it during our visit.
The song playing? That’s the girls singing their school song—I recorded it during our visit.
At JAMS in Kenya, we’ve seen firsthand how school libraries can become sanctuaries of healing as well as learning. In response to the need for emotional support for students, we created a Calming Corner—an inviting space designed to promote mental well-being.
Blog: open.substack.com/pub/bldglibr...
Blog: open.substack.com/pub/bldglibr...
July 24, 2025 at 7:40 PM
At JAMS in Kenya, we’ve seen firsthand how school libraries can become sanctuaries of healing as well as learning. In response to the need for emotional support for students, we created a Calming Corner—an inviting space designed to promote mental well-being.
Blog: open.substack.com/pub/bldglibr...
Blog: open.substack.com/pub/bldglibr...
It was such an honor to participate in @lieberrian.bsky.social's program Ducks 4 Laryssa in memory of her sister. If you find yourself at a library somewhere in the world, you can post your own ducky pic here: sites.google.com/view/ducks4l...
#ducks4laryssa #bldglibraries #internationallibraries
#ducks4laryssa #bldglibraries #internationallibraries
July 24, 2025 at 12:15 PM
It was such an honor to participate in @lieberrian.bsky.social's program Ducks 4 Laryssa in memory of her sister. If you find yourself at a library somewhere in the world, you can post your own ducky pic here: sites.google.com/view/ducks4l...
#ducks4laryssa #bldglibraries #internationallibraries
#ducks4laryssa #bldglibraries #internationallibraries
We introduced the girls to our new color-coded library system and checkout process today! Open house with art + story hour is on for the next two days from 4:30–6PM. They’re also letting us know what books they want next!
July 23, 2025 at 5:13 PM
We introduced the girls to our new color-coded library system and checkout process today! Open house with art + story hour is on for the next two days from 4:30–6PM. They’re also letting us know what books they want next!
Today, each student chose a rose quartz ❤️ from our collection. Known for symbolizing love, peace, and compassion, these offer a gentle reminder to breathe and be present. With exams underway, we encouraged students to keep them close—maybe in a pocket—to bring a moment of calm whenever they need it.
July 22, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Today, each student chose a rose quartz ❤️ from our collection. Known for symbolizing love, peace, and compassion, these offer a gentle reminder to breathe and be present. With exams underway, we encouraged students to keep them close—maybe in a pocket—to bring a moment of calm whenever they need it.
Hard at work and loving every minute of it! Today we’ve been busy labeling books for the library at JAMS in Kenya—getting each one ready to inspire, empower, and educate. Every sticker is a step toward building something beautiful for this incredible community. #LibraryLove #BooksChangeLives
July 22, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Hard at work and loving every minute of it! Today we’ve been busy labeling books for the library at JAMS in Kenya—getting each one ready to inspire, empower, and educate. Every sticker is a step toward building something beautiful for this incredible community. #LibraryLove #BooksChangeLives
Today we visited the Masolo family and the Jane-Pauline Audi Research Library, a community library they run from their home in memory of their daughter. Out of heartbreak, they’ve built something full of hope, love, and purpose.
July 21, 2025 at 7:19 AM
Today we visited the Masolo family and the Jane-Pauline Audi Research Library, a community library they run from their home in memory of their daughter. Out of heartbreak, they’ve built something full of hope, love, and purpose.
Took a break to read under the Kenyan sun—books, breeze, and absolutely zero emails.
We work hard, we play hard, but it’s just as important to slow down and enjoy the world around you.
Photos courtesy of a student at JAMS. #NextStyle
#ReadingInKenya #LibraryLifeUnplugged
We work hard, we play hard, but it’s just as important to slow down and enjoy the world around you.
Photos courtesy of a student at JAMS. #NextStyle
#ReadingInKenya #LibraryLifeUnplugged
July 20, 2025 at 6:46 AM
Took a break to read under the Kenyan sun—books, breeze, and absolutely zero emails.
We work hard, we play hard, but it’s just as important to slow down and enjoy the world around you.
Photos courtesy of a student at JAMS. #NextStyle
#ReadingInKenya #LibraryLifeUnplugged
We work hard, we play hard, but it’s just as important to slow down and enjoy the world around you.
Photos courtesy of a student at JAMS. #NextStyle
#ReadingInKenya #LibraryLifeUnplugged
Saturday nights are for dancing like nobody’s watching… because tomorrow we alphabetize like everybody is! 🕺📚💃
#LibraryLife #WorkHardShelfHard
#LibraryLife #WorkHardShelfHard
July 19, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Saturday nights are for dancing like nobody’s watching… because tomorrow we alphabetize like everybody is! 🕺📚💃
#LibraryLife #WorkHardShelfHard
#LibraryLife #WorkHardShelfHard
Our latest blog: “Wonderland”
A former student called it stunning. A school director called it inspiring. The founder called it Wonderland.
See how a rural Kenyan school library was transformed—with trust, vision, and heart.
bldglibraries.substack.com/p/wonderland...
A former student called it stunning. A school director called it inspiring. The founder called it Wonderland.
See how a rural Kenyan school library was transformed—with trust, vision, and heart.
bldglibraries.substack.com/p/wonderland...
July 18, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Our latest blog: “Wonderland”
A former student called it stunning. A school director called it inspiring. The founder called it Wonderland.
See how a rural Kenyan school library was transformed—with trust, vision, and heart.
bldglibraries.substack.com/p/wonderland...
A former student called it stunning. A school director called it inspiring. The founder called it Wonderland.
See how a rural Kenyan school library was transformed—with trust, vision, and heart.
bldglibraries.substack.com/p/wonderland...
“If you build it, they will come.” And they did—big time! 🤩
Today, the JAMS library was alive with energy! Students browsed and checked out books, played games, colored, relaxed, and connected with friends. It wasn’t just a library—it was the place to be.
#JAMSReads #BldgLibraries #TLsky
Today, the JAMS library was alive with energy! Students browsed and checked out books, played games, colored, relaxed, and connected with friends. It wasn’t just a library—it was the place to be.
#JAMSReads #BldgLibraries #TLsky
July 18, 2025 at 5:22 PM
“If you build it, they will come.” And they did—big time! 🤩
Today, the JAMS library was alive with energy! Students browsed and checked out books, played games, colored, relaxed, and connected with friends. It wasn’t just a library—it was the place to be.
#JAMSReads #BldgLibraries #TLsky
Today, the JAMS library was alive with energy! Students browsed and checked out books, played games, colored, relaxed, and connected with friends. It wasn’t just a library—it was the place to be.
#JAMSReads #BldgLibraries #TLsky
Check out our latest blog post, “Hidden Gems,” about rethinking what we give and how it makes kids feel. We highlight the new and rediscovered books now proudly on display in the school library.
bldglibraries.substack.com/p/hidden-gem...
bldglibraries.substack.com/p/hidden-gem...
July 15, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Check out our latest blog post, “Hidden Gems,” about rethinking what we give and how it makes kids feel. We highlight the new and rediscovered books now proudly on display in the school library.
bldglibraries.substack.com/p/hidden-gem...
bldglibraries.substack.com/p/hidden-gem...
We are deeply grateful to award-winning author @poetnikki.bsky.social for her generous donation to JAMS in Kenya. Her powerful stories and poems now line the shelves of the school’s library, inspiring young readers. Thanks a Million, Nikki, for investing in the minds and 💕 of the next generation.
July 15, 2025 at 1:10 PM
We are deeply grateful to award-winning author @poetnikki.bsky.social for her generous donation to JAMS in Kenya. Her powerful stories and poems now line the shelves of the school’s library, inspiring young readers. Thanks a Million, Nikki, for investing in the minds and 💕 of the next generation.
Big news from Librarians Building Libraries — we’re on the ground in Kenya!
Our first Substack post, “Difficult Roads Lead to Beautiful Places,” is live now. Learn what we’re doing, what we’re learning, and how you can be part of it.
Read it here: substack.com/@bldglibraries
Our first Substack post, “Difficult Roads Lead to Beautiful Places,” is live now. Learn what we’re doing, what we’re learning, and how you can be part of it.
Read it here: substack.com/@bldglibraries
July 10, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Big news from Librarians Building Libraries — we’re on the ground in Kenya!
Our first Substack post, “Difficult Roads Lead to Beautiful Places,” is live now. Learn what we’re doing, what we’re learning, and how you can be part of it.
Read it here: substack.com/@bldglibraries
Our first Substack post, “Difficult Roads Lead to Beautiful Places,” is live now. Learn what we’re doing, what we’re learning, and how you can be part of it.
Read it here: substack.com/@bldglibraries
Yesterday @andreatrudeau.bsky.social had the opportunity to visit @demcoinc.bsky.social to get an inside look at their innovative products & inspiring company culture! Big thanks to Ivonne Smith & Heidi Green for the warm welcome—plus all the goodies we will bring to Kenya! #TLsky #BeTheChange
June 26, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Yesterday @andreatrudeau.bsky.social had the opportunity to visit @demcoinc.bsky.social to get an inside look at their innovative products & inspiring company culture! Big thanks to Ivonne Smith & Heidi Green for the warm welcome—plus all the goodies we will bring to Kenya! #TLsky #BeTheChange
In just 35 days, our co-founders @captainlibrary.bsky.social @librarianjones.com & @andreatrudeau.bsky.social will be departing for our 1st project: building a library in rural Kenya! Please support them by purchasing items from this wish list: bit.ly/LBLwishes Thank you! #buildinglibraries #tlsky
June 1, 2025 at 5:41 PM
In just 35 days, our co-founders @captainlibrary.bsky.social @librarianjones.com & @andreatrudeau.bsky.social will be departing for our 1st project: building a library in rural Kenya! Please support them by purchasing items from this wish list: bit.ly/LBLwishes Thank you! #buildinglibraries #tlsky
Happy Birthday to our co-founder, the incredible @librarianjones.com! Help us celebrate & make one of her birthday wishes come true this year by purchasing an item off of our wish list: bit.ly/LBLwishes Every donation makes a difference! Thank you for your support! #BuildingLibraries #TLsky #BookSky
May 24, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Happy Birthday to our co-founder, the incredible @librarianjones.com! Help us celebrate & make one of her birthday wishes come true this year by purchasing an item off of our wish list: bit.ly/LBLwishes Every donation makes a difference! Thank you for your support! #BuildingLibraries #TLsky #BookSky
We're building our first library at a girls' school in Kenya! 💫 Education empowers & we’re inviting YOU to be part of it. Check out our wish list to support this incredible journey. Every donation counts! ❤️ bit.ly/LBLwishes
#GirlsEducation #BuildALibrary #Kenya #booksky #TLsky #Skybrarian #libraries
#GirlsEducation #BuildALibrary #Kenya #booksky #TLsky #Skybrarian #libraries
May 20, 2025 at 2:32 PM
We're building our first library at a girls' school in Kenya! 💫 Education empowers & we’re inviting YOU to be part of it. Check out our wish list to support this incredible journey. Every donation counts! ❤️ bit.ly/LBLwishes
#GirlsEducation #BuildALibrary #Kenya #booksky #TLsky #Skybrarian #libraries
#GirlsEducation #BuildALibrary #Kenya #booksky #TLsky #Skybrarian #libraries
We are preparing for our trip to rural Kenya this July to support the Jane Adeny Memorial School! Join us in spreading library joy by purchasing items from this wish list that we'll hand deliver to the school! bit.ly/LBLwishes TY for your support! 📚✨ #TLsky #booksky #BuildingLibraries #BeTheChange
April 28, 2025 at 1:50 PM
We are preparing for our trip to rural Kenya this July to support the Jane Adeny Memorial School! Join us in spreading library joy by purchasing items from this wish list that we'll hand deliver to the school! bit.ly/LBLwishes TY for your support! 📚✨ #TLsky #booksky #BuildingLibraries #BeTheChange
We couldn’t thank all of our donors and bidders more!
Thank you for being part of this journey with us!
Thank you for being part of this journey with us!
March 21, 2025 at 7:35 PM
We couldn’t thank all of our donors and bidders more!
Thank you for being part of this journey with us!
Thank you for being part of this journey with us!
Today is the day!
Get that last bid in for great PD, author visits, signed books, and more!
bit.ly/LBLAuction
Get that last bid in for great PD, author visits, signed books, and more!
bit.ly/LBLAuction
March 20, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Today is the day!
Get that last bid in for great PD, author visits, signed books, and more!
bit.ly/LBLAuction
Get that last bid in for great PD, author visits, signed books, and more!
bit.ly/LBLAuction
Just a couple days left to bid on some incredible items!
What are you waiting for?
Check them out at bit.ly/LBLAuction
What are you waiting for?
Check them out at bit.ly/LBLAuction
March 19, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Just a couple days left to bid on some incredible items!
What are you waiting for?
Check them out at bit.ly/LBLAuction
What are you waiting for?
Check them out at bit.ly/LBLAuction
Looking for PD for you, your district, your region, or state organization? We’ve got you covered.
Checkout the offerings at bit.ly/LBLAuction
Checkout the offerings at bit.ly/LBLAuction
March 15, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Looking for PD for you, your district, your region, or state organization? We’ve got you covered.
Checkout the offerings at bit.ly/LBLAuction
Checkout the offerings at bit.ly/LBLAuction