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SUMMARY:Manchester Literature Festival presents Little Reads Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Take part in a joyful day of stories\, theatre\, music\, dancing\, crafts and family fun. Help create some magical shoes with The Elves and the Shoemaker in an interactive show from Peoplescape Theatre\, packed with music\, puppetry\, clowning and storytelling. Strut your stuff with author and West End musical theatre star Robert Tregoning in a confidence-boosting event inspired by his latest picture book Dylan\, Daisy and the Disco Ball. Explore storytelling through movement with dancer Magdalen Bartlett. Book tickets for the individual events and drop in for some free crafts. Suitable for ages 3+. \nA Manchester Literature Festival event supported by Library Live.  \nBooking links:   \nThe Elves and the Shoemaker\, 10.30am – 11.15am | £6 – Book tickets here \nDance with Magdalen Bartlett\, 12 – 12.40pm | Free but booking recommended – Book tickets here \nRobert Tregoning – Dylan\, Daisy and the Disco Ball\, 1.30pm – 2.15pm | £6 – Book tickets here
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/manchester-literature-festival-presents-little-reads-family-day/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Farsi Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and interactive storytime session in Farsi and English! \nExpect singing and crafts as we learn new words and make new friends. Suitable for children under 5. \nFree – just drop in. \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/farsi-storytime-2/
LOCATION:Children’s Library
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261028T110000
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SUMMARY:Moniza Hossain reads Ritu in the Sun
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a storytime session with local author Moniza Hossain! Expect readings from Ritu in the Sun followed by a craft session where you will design your own rub-on henna tattoos! All materials provided. \nFree – drop in \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/moniza-hossain-reads-ritu-in-the-sun/
LOCATION:Children’s Library
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Once Upon an...Invention! by Science Owl
DESCRIPTION:What if a story could inspire an invention? Join Science Owl and Dr Renee for a fun\, hands-on workshop where reading meets creativity\, imagination\, and invention. We’ll begin by reading a picture book together\, then explore a real-world environmental challenge inspired by the story. With the help of Science Owl’s scientists and engineers\, you’ll design\, build\, and test your own invention to see how your creation can help the planet! Suitable for: Children aged 4+ and their families. \nFree entry. Spaces are limited – to reserve a place click ‘Book Now’ below or Eventbrite here
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/once-upon-an-invention-by-science-owl/
LOCATION:Lower Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Match Day Mix-Up with Lioness Jill Scott!!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at for a FREE afternoon of football-themed family fun this half term! \nWe’ve partnered with British Gas and Barclays Women’s Super League for an afternoon of free activities. Enjoy a theatre show ‘Footy Fairy Tales’\, crafts\, archives\, activities with the National Football Museum and pick up a free copy of the brand-new Match Day Mix-Up! book. \nMeet a Lioness: We will be joined by Lioness & Footballing icon JILL SCOTT!  Hear Jill Scott read from the newly published Match Day Mix-Up! Book\, with a special meet and greet giving fans the chance to meet a Barclays Women’s Super League (BWSL) legend. \n \nPerformance: Footy Fairy Tales\, by Yarnbird Arts (12.30pm to 1.20pm): \nFooty Fairy Tales\, is a lively\, family-friendly storytelling show originally created in partnership with the National Football Museum. The production brings classic fairy tales to life through the playful world of football.  Meet memorable characters such as the talented striker Cindy-Ella and follow Little Red Riding Hoodie deep into the woods to face a troll who insists\, “No Ball Games Allowed!”  Featuring original live music and songs\, an eye-catching set and immersive sound design\, the show combines the excitement of a football stadium with the magic of theatre. Please book a ticket for every person attending the performance\, including adults and children: Book your free tickets for the show ‘Footy Fairy Tales’ here \nFor all other activities\, no booking is required\, just come along on the day. Suitable for families. \n Free – just drop in. \n \n Please consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/match-day-mix-up/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Family Halloween at Manchester Central Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Manchester Central Library for an afternoon of spooky storytelling and Halloween crafts! \nProgramme \n1pm-3:30pm Face Painting for Children (£2 per child – Performance Space) Please note: you will be asked to pay at the gift shop’s till before joining the queue. For any questions\, please ask a member of staff. \n1pm – 1:50pm + 2:30pm – 3:20pm Spooky Storytelling with Simon Sullivan (Children’s Library – Lower Ground Floor) Join us for a spooky storytime session with Simon in the children’s library! Please note: The performance contains loud\, intense music. The story features wolves and may be a little scary for younger or more sensitive children. \n1pm – 4pm Family Film Club (Performance Space) Join us for a special Halloween edition of family film club! Watch a family classic on the big screen and learn how to make spider decorations and fairy wands at our craft session. \n1-4pm Halloween Lego Club (Performance Space) Join Lego Club for a special Halloween challenge: will you build the best haunted castle? There might be prizes for the winners! \nSuitable for children. Free entry (face painting: £2 per child). \nPlease consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/family-halloween-at-manchester-central-library/
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