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SUMMARY:Full Volume Podcast - Episode 6: Kimberly Whittam
DESCRIPTION:With Summer in full swing Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast returns for its spectacular sixth edition.  \nWith more features than the complimentary newspapers in the BIPC\, this month’s episode sees host Alan Lynch sitting down with acclaimed Manchester children’s author Kimberly Whittam. Kimberly’s new book ‘Quiet Storm’ has just been selected to be Manchester Libraries’ transition read 2025 – with 8\,000 copies of the brilliant book gifted to local pupils to help them get ready for secondary school. Set in Manchester\, ‘Quiet Storm’ tells the story of Storm who has never liked to stand out from the crowd\, and is based in part on the author’s own experiences as a quiet and sometimes shy child. Find out more in the Full Volume interview. \nFrom the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)\, representatives Louise Murphy and Ellis Quinn\, come in for a chat about their fascinating new exhibition ‘Our Lives\, Our Privacy’ which has been a popular success at Central Library in recent months. Alan takes a deep dive with the duo as they mark the 40th anniversary of the ICO with this exhibition\, and reflect on key moments in history when people’s right to privacy or access to information has been affected – positively or negatively – and the role they have played in protecting our rights. \nThere’s a finely tuned feature with the New Horizons Choir\, as choirmaster Tom and members of the group tell us about how they and Central Library have worked in perfect harmony over the years\, plus the high notes you too could hit in life as part of their community choir. \nContinuing our blockbuster ‘Branch Out’ two-part special\, Alan is joined by chair of the Manchester Libraries Trust Brendan O’Shea; Head of Libraries\, Galleries and Culture Neil MacInnes\, and Sally\, the current Manager of Chorlton Library\, who all appear on the podcast to offer their perspectives on the freshly refurbished space. \nElsewhere\, Alan and his trusty sidekick Gary Parkinson bring you all the best of What’s On across Manchester Libraries this month\, including plugs for the Board Games Club at Central Library\, a ‘Behind The Scenes Tour’\, and the Age Friendly events at Moss Side Powerhouse and Gorton Hub. Plus\, there’s a sneak preview for the highly anticipated “Oasis Week” at Central Library coming this July\, which will feature exclusive live sets\, quizzes\, Q&As\, and so much more. \n‘Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast’ takes listeners behind the shelves of our city’s much-loved libraries. Presented by the Central Library’s own Alan Lynch\, every month the podcast lifts the lid on a treasure trove of insider tips\, exclusive interviews\, book reviews\, and much more. \nReceiving rave reviews and overwhelming support from listeners\, the podcast has so far featured special guests such as celebrated author Dame Jacqueline Wilson\, plus Manchester City Council’s Head of Libraries\, Galleries\, and Culture Neil MacInnes OBE\, Manchester City Council photographer Barrie Leach speaking about his exhibition ‘Our Town Hall: Portraits of a Workforce’\, legendary Manchester artist and illustrator Stanley Chow\, Manchester’s Lord Mayor\, Councillor John Hacking\, BBC broadcaster and esteemed newspaper columnist Emma Barnett\, and more. \n‘Episode 6: Kimberly Whittam’\, the sixth episode of ‘Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast’ is on all major streaming services now.  \nTurn it up\, and tune in to Episode 6 of Full Volume – now: https://push.fm/fl/actjsf7o-80012-96971\n\nWatch out for Episode 7 in July… \nhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/09hLTcx3FdMqpXR9ehtOkC?referral=labelaffiliate&utm_source=1110l9T4fAp&utm_medium=Indie_Routenote&utm_campaign=labelaffiliate
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SUMMARY:'Oasis Week' rolls into Manchester Central Library
DESCRIPTION:This Summer\, OASIS\, make their highly anticipated return to their hometown and Central Library are getting ready to Roll With It.  \nAs the Gallagher brothers prepare to rock Heaton Park\, right here in the city centre\, Central Library will be paying tribute to the legendary Manchester band with seven days of FREE festivities in its own “Oasis Week”.  \nAligning with Manchester City Council’s official MCR Live 25 celebrations taking place across the city this Summer\, the library has its own Masterplan of Oasis-themed programming\, packed with live performances from Rock’n’Roll Stars\, Supersonic film screenings\, Liam’n’Noel look-a-like competitions\, a head-shrinking Big Oasis Quiz\, and so much more.  \nWith events taking place daily from Monday 14th July\, the week will conclude with ‘Live Forever’ – a day of special Oasis-themed live sessions on Saturday 19th July.  Beginning with a little Morning Glory from the MANCHESTER STRING QUARTET performing classical renditions of Oasis hits; the following afternoon of performances in the Henry Watson Music Library will offer reimaginations by the UKULELE ORCHESTRA\, sumptuous reworkings by vocal harmony group CANTER SEMPER\, before a rousing headline performance by top-tier tribute act: NOASIS. Having played big venues like London’s Alexandra Palace to major festivals like Y-Not\, Noasis are ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ and will be appearing in the Music Library for an intimate\, stripped-back set especially for “Oasis Week”. Tickets will be pay-what-you-like and available Friday 20 June @ 10am.  \nEarlier in the week\, fans will also be able to Slide Away into the sounds of the NEW HORIZONS CHOIR who will be offering their own innovative take on Oasis hits. A fun\, welcoming\, inclusive choir who meet for a sing every week in the Manchester Central Library\, get ready to enjoy an hour of uplifting en-masse singing of some of your favourites on Wednesday 16th July. Speaking about their show\, the choir say:  \n“We are very excited to be part of Oasis week and hope you enjoy singing along with these brilliant Mancunian songs!” \nPlus\, for those in the mood for a Talk Tonight\, then on 15th July\, expect to find esteemed Northern music journalist and frontman of the Membranes / Goldblade JOHN ROBB at Central Library in-conversation about his brand new book ‘Live Forever: The Rise\, Fall\, and Resurrection of Oasis’. ‘Live Forever…’ promises a rollercoaster ride through the Gallagher brothers’ turbulent lives and the music that defined a generation. John will be appearing in-person for a Q&A and book-signing event to mark its release. \nElsewhere\, the Archives+ and Sound Archives team will be digging deep into the Piccadilly Radio and Key103 audio archives and resurfacing some vintage interviews with Noel Gallagher from their 90s peak. Available to hear on the Sound & Vision pods on the ground floor of Central Library\, the Oasis sound clips will feature as part of a new Piccadilly Radio Exhibition also launching in July.  \nThroughout the week\, there will also be a screening of an Oasis film favourite – as picked by you the fans – in Central Library’s Performance Space\, a chance to test your knowledge in The Big Oasis Quiz (with some tasty prizes up for grabs)\, and show-off your swagger in our Liam’n’Noel Look-a-Like competition. \nThe full programme for “Oasis Week” at Central Library is as follows:   \n\nMon 14th July – QUIZ: The Big Oasis Quiz – with Big Oasis Prizes up for grabs!\n[6.00pm\, Henry Watson Music Library] \n\n\nTues 15th July – TALK: John Robb In-Conversation about his Oasis book ‘Live Forever: The Rise\, Fall\, and Resurrection of Oasis’\n[6.30pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]   \n\n\nWed 16th July – MUSIC: New Horizons Choir performing Oasis songs  \n[6.00pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]  \n\n\nThurs 17th July – FILM: Mystery Screening of an Oasis documentary – chosen by you! [6.30pm\, Performance Space] \n\n\nFriday 18th July: COMPETITION JUDGING: Liam’n’Noel Look-a-like Competition – are you a Gallagher doppelganger?  [1.00pm\, Henry Watson Music Library] \n\n\nSat 19th July – MUSIC: Live Forever – A Day of Oasis-themed Live Sessions. Featuring:\n\n– Manchester String Quartet [11.00am – 12.00pm\, Shakespeare Hall Balcony]\n– Ukulele Orchestra [12.00pm – 12.30pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]\n– Canter Semper [1.00pm – 1.30pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]\n– Noasis (stripped-back set) [2.00pm – 2.45pm\, Henry Watson Music Library]\n \n\nIf you were one of the many who missed-out on tickets to see Oasis on their Live 25 Tour\, Don’t Look Back In Anger because there will be plenty to enjoy at Central Library during “Oasis Week” this July.  \nEveryone is welcome and best of all attendees won’t have to pay a penny for anything – yes\, It’s Good To Be FREE. \n Oasis Week is kindly supported by Manchester Libraries Trust and will take place at Manchester Central Library 14th-19th July 2025.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/oasis-week-rolls-into-manchester-central-library/
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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SUMMARY:New Horizons Choir Sing... OASIS!
DESCRIPTION:Part of “Oasis Week” at Central Library\, join us for a sensational singalong with the NEW HORIZONS CHOIR. \nLed by Tom Guest\, the choir will be offering their own innovative take on Oasis hits with their stunning vocal talents. \nA fun\, welcoming\, inclusive choir who meet for a sing every week in the Manchester Central Library\, get ready to enjoy an hour of uplifting enmasse singing of some of your favourites on the evening of Wednesday 16th July. \nSpeaking about their upcoming show\, the choir say:   “We are very excited to be part of Oasis week and hope you enjoy singing along with these brilliant Mancunian songs!” \nNew Horizons is a fun\, welcoming\, inclusive choir who meet for a sing every week in the Manchester Central Library.  They are an unauditioned choir\, so everyone is welcome to come and enjoy an hour of uplifting singing and we have a repertoire of songs from 80s pop ballads through classics and showtunes to contemporary bangers. They are primarily a singing group for well-being\, with the focus on enjoying the mental health benefits singing together can bring and they also give performances at Manchester Cathedral\, Gorton Monastery and of course Manchester Central Library. \nNew Horizons Choir sings Oasis takes place at 6pm on Wednesday 16 July.  \nFree – just drop in! \n****** \n“Oasis Week” at Central Library is part of the Manchester City Council ‘MCR Live 25‘ – a summer of music\, art\, markets\, and unforgettable vibes all summer long. It includes: \n\nmusic-themed markets\npop-up shops\na festival bar\nimpromptu performances\na fabulous guitar-themed trail\nartworks and exhibitions across the city.\n\nFor full details\, go to visitmanchester.com/mcrlive25. \nThis event is part of “Oasis Week” at Central Library\, kindly supported by Manchester Libraries Trust.\nFor more information\, and to secure your tickets for some of the limited-capacity events of “Oasis Week” at Central Library head to: librarylive.co.uk
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/new-horizons-choir-sing-oasis/
CATEGORIES:Music,Oasis Week
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SUMMARY:Attica Locke
DESCRIPTION:This is the best kind of thriller: as literate and thoughtful as it is fast-moving. Attica Locke has bags of style\, and sings the blues on every page’ – Mick Herron (Slow Horses) \nWe’re thrilled to welcome American crime writer Attica Locke to Manchester Literature Festival for a rare UK event. In Guide Me Home\, the latest of her gripping\, politically charged crime novels\, Texas Ranger Darren Matthews is in trouble: he might be about to stand trial in front of a Grand Jury; his difficult and destructive mother is back in his life\, and a young Black woman from an all-white sorority appears to be missing\, although her sorority sisters and her family deny she has disappeared. With his job\, relationship and possibly his life on the line\, Darren is forced to grapple with the realities of living in Trump’s America. \nAttica Locke is an author\, screenwriter and producer who was born in Houston\, Texas. She is the author of six novels including Heaven\, My Home\, a Waterstones Thriller of the Month; Bluebird\, Bluebird\, winner of the CWA Steel Dagger; Pleasantville\, longlisted for the Baileys Women’s Prize for Fiction\, and Black Water Rising\, shortlisted for the Orange Prize. Her screenwriting/producer credits include When They See Us\, Empire\, and the Emmy-nominated Little Fires Everywhere\, for which she won an NAACP Image award for television writing. \nPresented by Manchester Literature Festival in partnership with the Centre for New Writing and Creative Manchester. Supported by Library Live. \nImage credit: Victoria Will \nTickets: Book here or click on the green ‘Book Now’ button below\, or phone the box office on 0161 876 2015
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/10675/
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