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Half Term at Central Library!
Looking for something to do over the holidays? Check out our half term activity programme. All materials provided, just bring your imagination! Free entry, no need to book. Take a look at the full schedule below: Lego Club, Tuesday 27 May, 2-3pm, Lower Ground Floor Do you love Lego? So do we! Drop in, pick your […]
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French Storytime
French Storytime
Join us for French Storytime to listen to stories in French and English, learn new words and make new friends! Suitable for children aged 4–7. Suitable for children aged 4-7 Free - please drop in Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes […]
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VR Headset Experiences At the Library
Get ready to embark on an exciting digital journey with Wallace & Gromit and Vaughan Williams this Summer. For two weeks in June, Manchester Libraries will be hosting state-of-the-art VR headsets and a feast of digital experiences for the public. We are thrilled to announce that Manchester Libraries are one of the nine library services […]
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Festival of Libraries Sunday Funday!
Festival of Libraries Sunday Funday!
Join us at Central Library for a special Sunday opening as we celebrate the final day of Festival of Libraries 2025. Expect special performances, music, exhibitions, craft sessions, and lots of fun for all ages! Highlights include: Out of this World! 2pm - 3.30pm Join Wendy from Daresbury Laboratory and Dan Worsley, children’s author and […]
Out of This World!
Out of This World!
Have an interest in science? Enjoy getting creative with words? Join Wendy from Daresbury Laboratory and Dan Worsley, children’s author and storyteller as they collaborate to create an extra-terrestrial event that mixes science fact and science fiction. Prepare to believe the unbelievable as Dan takes you on an interplanetary journey using his mind-boggling storytelling skills. […]
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LEGO Club
LEGO Club
Do you love Lego? So do we! Drop in, pick your favourite bricks and build anything that takes your fancy. From castles to spaceships, the possibilities are endless! No need to book in advance. First come first served. Suitable for ages 4 and above. Free – just drop in. Please make a donation to support […]
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Little Reads
Little Reads
Brought to you by Manchester Literature Festival, Little Reads is a fun, interactive workshop using drama, dance, songs, play and craft to explore children’s picture books. Most suitable for children aged 2 - 6, but all family members are welcome. Free – just drop in. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural […]
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Little Reads
Little Reads
Brought to you by Manchester Literature Festival, Little Reads is a fun, interactive workshop using drama, dance, songs, play and craft to explore children’s picture books. Most suitable for children aged 2 - 6, but all family members are welcome. Free – just drop in. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural […]
Spanish Storytime
Spanish Storytime
Hola! Come and join María at the Spanish Story Time monthly sessions, where you can listen to a story in Spanish and learn phrases and vocabulary, whilst having fun. We end each session making a simple craft related to the story. Suitable for children aged 4-7 Free - just drop in. please consider making a […]
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From dedicated performance spaces to stairwells, screens, nooks and domes, Central Library might directly inspire your next event or intervention. Contact us to arrange a tour.
