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SUMMARY:Half-Term Activity for Children
DESCRIPTION:Behind The Lens is this year’s theme for LGBT+ history month. Join us to celebrate at our animation workshop inspired by popular culture. All are welcome at this free drop-in. \nThis activity is suitable for ages 8+ \nFree – just drop in – please consider making a donation to support our cultural programme if you can\, either online or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/half-term-activity-for-children/
LOCATION:Lwr Ground floor – City Library
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Children’s Music Activities
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of children’s music activities! \n11:30 – Rhyme Time \n\nStories and songs.\n\n12:20 – HWML instruments \n\nA brief showing of some of the music library’s instruments\, originating in different time periods and places around the world. Feel free to ask questions!\n\n12:40 – Children’s instruments \n\nXylophones\, maracas\, triangles\, ukuleles and much more to make some noise and have fun!\n\n13:10 – Drum United \n\nPositive\, meditative drumming. Very relaxing.\n\n14:00 – French Storytime \n\nMore stories and songs\, this time in French!\n\nSuitable for children aged 3 to 7. Families welcome. \nAll activities take place in the Henry Watson Music Library (1st Floor)\, apart from French Storytime\, which will be in the Children’s Library (Lower Ground Floor). \nFree – drop in – please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme\, either online at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/childrens-music-activities/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230304T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day Festival Event
DESCRIPTION:Directly after Manchester’s City Council’s Walk for Women\, the celebration continues here with a festival event featuring musical performances\, speeches from influential and strong women in and around Manchester\, Mexican dance\, spoken word\, and an amazing African fashion show! Find out more about the work going on in Manchester’s communities at the variety of information stalls on display. \nFree – please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in the venue\, or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/international-womens-day-festival-event/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230611T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20230522T121059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T121115Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Funday - Festival of Libraries Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of fun with the family as we celebrate the Festival of Libraries\, showcasing what Central Library has to offer and including our amazing crafts and face painting offers\, amongst many other treats. \nFree – drop in – please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in the venue or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/sunday-funday-festival-of-libraries-celebration/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230807T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230807T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20230802T084448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T091454Z
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SUMMARY:Craftivism
DESCRIPTION:Manchester Histories is excited to be working in partnership with Scary Little Girls and Greenham Women Everywhere to bring three fantastic events to Manchester Histories Hub and the Performance Space in Manchester Central Library from Monday 7 – Tuesday 8 August.  Join us as Common Ground explores the stories and significance of Greenham Common protest camps \nDrop in or stay for this whole craftivism session to make some radical badges and gelli-plate prints with a local artist. \nChat about the impact of Greenham Common Women’s Peace Camp with Greenham women while eating cake as we create a space for the change we want to see in the world! \nAll materials are provided. \nCommon Ground is a series of events made possible thanks to support from the National Heritage Lottery Fund as part of a project to map the impact of the Greenham Common Peace Camp on the women who inhabited it and the communities they returned to. \nFree – book a place via the Manchester Histories website
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/craftivism/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230819T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20230710T134822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T122138Z
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SUMMARY:The Lowry Saturday Spectacular Takeover
DESCRIPTION:Join The Lowry team at Central Library to get a taste of their newest free family exhibition: Julia and Axel – celebrating 30 Years of Favourite Stories. From arts and crafts to interactive storytelling and engaging workshops\, plus a chance to watch one of the stories on the big screen\, the whole family can have fun with all their favourite characters! \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/the-lowry-saturday-spectacular-takeover/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230902T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230902T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20230831T153233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T153233Z
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SUMMARY:Back to School Activity
DESCRIPTION:Sharpen your pencils and get your sports kit ready – it’s back to school! Come and decorate your own gym bag and more. Suitable for ages 4–11 \nFree – just drop in.  \nPlease support our cultural programme by donating at our cash or contactless donation boxes.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/back-to-school-activity/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230909T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230909T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20230829T145428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T085243Z
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SUMMARY:Heritage Open Days: Family Event
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at Central Library and Archives+? Join us on this fun\, fact-filled library trail as we take you into the depths of our treasured venue. Tours take place on the hour – see links below to book: \n1pm tour – book here \n2pm tour – book here \n3pm tour – book here \nFree – please book in advance \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/heritage-open-days-family-event/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230917T114500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20230904T122938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T123611Z
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SUMMARY:Black British Book Festival on Tour
DESCRIPTION:“Manchester has been unveiled as one of cities taking centre stage in a summer tour to celebrate the Black British Book Festival this year. \nIn its third year the Black British Book Festival is Europe’s largest celebration of black literature and a fast-growing and a widely acclaimed event showcasing black authors and providing a platform for established and up and coming writers across the country. \nChampioning emerging talent\, hear from leading voices in Manchester Central Library on Sunday 17 September and discover your new favourite Black authors at this family festival that aims to banish barriers to entry. \nStorytelling\, workshops and talks\, from key black authors including Derek Owusu\, Manchester based poet Jackie Kay and author Kehinde Andrews\, British academic and author specialising in Black Studies\, will be part of the festival event taking place in Manchester Central Library. \nOre Agbaje-Williams and Lola Jaye will lead workshops\, and children and adult and children’s authors Ella Phillips and Kimberley Whittam and Jaqueline Ro will also take part in the planned events. \nManchester Libraries & Archives and Read Manchester will also promote their See Myself in Book collections on the day\, which ensure books are racially inclusive. \nTickets for the event are free.  \nCouncillor John Hacking\, Executive Member for Skills Employment\, and Leisure said: \n” We have a wealth of interesting and creative talent in Manchester across diverse communities\, so I am particularly pleased that we are hosting this family friendly festival\, of established and emerging black British authors representing all literature genres\, in Manchester Central Library.  We need to be able to reach out to all communities to make literature more accessible and engaging and break down barriers to inspire a love of reading and light the spark for future generations in the city. This is a step in the right direction.” \nThe festival has partnered with major publishers including Pan Macmillan\, Hachette\, Penguin and SAGE.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/black-british-book-festival-on-tour/
CATEGORIES:Book Fair,Family,Performance,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20220906T144200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T131451Z
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SUMMARY:European Day of Languages Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Hello! Ciao! Hola! Bonjour! Celebrate European languages and learn some new vocabulary with a very special storytime\, as we share stories in Spanish\, Italian\, French and English\, with craft activities. The event is hosted with Manchester’s Alliance Française\, Instituto Cervantes and Società Dante Alighieri. \nSuitable for children aged 4-7 \nFree – drop in – please consider making a donation at our cash or contactless donation boxes
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/european-day-of-languages-storytime/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231014T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231014T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20230817T083904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T112415Z
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SUMMARY:Little Reads Family Day with Nathan Bryon & Dapo Adeola
DESCRIPTION:Author Nathan Bryon and illustrator Dapo Adeola’s loveable character Rocket has already taught us about space in the award-winning Look Up! Then she tackled ocean pollution in Clean Up! Now\, in Speak Up! she’s back to save her local library which she is horrified to learn is closing for lack of funding. Hear how Dapo and Nathan created Rocket and what inspired her adventures in this action-packed event about speaking up for what you believe in. Includes Speak Up! activity trail and crafting. Presented by Manchester Literature Festival. \nSuitable for ages 3 – 6 \nImage credit: Tim Lane\, Penguin Books
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/little-reads-family-day-with-nathan-bryon-dapo-adeola/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231023T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231023T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20231013T141819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T141952Z
UID:7867-1698057000-1698078600@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Welcome Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Get ready Greater Manchester! The Welcome Roadshow is coming to Manchester Central Library on Monday the 23rd this October half term\, bringing the magic of dance\, circus skills and craft workshops. \nWe’re visiting all 10 boroughs in Greater Manchester\, offering FREE workshops. It’s not just about honing your dance\, circus and craft skills; it’s about connecting with your community and finding out more about The Welcome a nine-day extravaganza coming to Aviva Studios this autumn. \nFind out more and book on the workshops here.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/the-welcome-roadshow/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231029T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231029T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20211006T081900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T092237Z
UID:5457-1698598800-1698609600@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spooky Sunday: Horrible Family Halloween Party!
DESCRIPTION:Central Library opens its doors to little spooks and ghouls for a fun-filled family spectacular. Fearsome face painters\, spooky silent disco\, creepy crafts and maybe a few treats and scary surprises. Fancy dress is absolutely encouraged. So dust down your capes\, polish your broomsticks and enjoy a spooktacular evening filled with ghoulish delights! \n£10 per family (maximum in a family on 1 ticket is 3 children and 2 adults) \nPlease note – no unaccompanied adults
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/spooky-sunday-horrible-family-halloween-party/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231108T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20231017T095831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T095831Z
UID:7894-1699441200-1699443000@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Under the Little Red Moon
DESCRIPTION:Join Lulu\, Monty and their friend Tom on a vibrant and colourful journey in English Touring Opera’s new opera for babies\, which explores the development of language with the help of music and movement. Composed by Russell Hepplewhite. Suitable for babies aged 6−24 months. \nFree – booking required below
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/under-the-little-red-moon/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240211T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240117T153448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T092201Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Funday - Chinese New Year
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spectacular Chinese New Year celebration of the Year of the Dragon. We will have amazing crafts\, performances\, workshops amongst other exciting activities. Suitable for families. \nThis event is free\, but please consider making a donation to support our Library Live programme if you can\, online\, or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/sunday-funday-chinese-new-year-2/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240224T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20220329T135528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T121023Z
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SUMMARY:Reading Rascals
DESCRIPTION:Reading Rascals is our very own monthly reading book club for children aged 7-12. Come and join us! \nFor more information and to book\, email angela.rawcliffe@manchester.gov.uk \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/reading-rascals/
LOCATION:Lwr Ground Floor – Manchester Histories Hub
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240405T090030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T105818Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Peter Book Club Live at Central Library!
DESCRIPTION:Manchester Libraries\, CBBC and The Reading Agency are excited to announce Blue Peter Book Club Live!  \nBlue Peter\, the BBC’s iconic children’s television series\, is partnering with The Reading Agency and Manchester Libraries on an exciting new initiative called Blue Peter Book Club Live. This ambitious project aims to inspire a love of reading and creativity in primary school-aged children across Greater Manchester and throughout the UK. \n \nBlue Peter Book Club Live Saturday 18th May.  \nJoin the Blue Peter presenters Abby\, Joel and Shini (and Henry the Dog!) for a day celebrating the love of reading. There’ll be guest authors\, creative crafts\, special story times\, masses of books and a chance to meet some magical classic book characters! \nChildren’s Laureate Joseph Coelho and children’s author Eve Ainsworth will be chatting to the Blue Peter presenters about their fantastic books. \nWe’ll ALSO be joined by George and Gyasi from CBeebies Bedtime Stories! \n   \nFREE EVENT. EVERONE WELCOME!! \nBlue Peter Badge Trail \nWe’ll also be launching The Blue Peter badge trail on the day. Grab one of our special trail maps and take up the challenge to discover the massive Blue Peter badges on display in 12 different venues across Manchester. \nHunt for a Book Club Book!  \nFancy getting your hands on a FREE copy of one of the Book Club books? We’ll be hiding them all over Manchester! We’ll also be holding a range of “Book Hunt” events over the summer in Manchester parks and open spaces. \n \nBlue Peter Book Club Live across the UK \nLibraries and schools will be able to participate in The Blue Peter Book Club Live using activity packs and reading resources developed by The Reading Agency to create a nationwide celebration. \nThe Blue Peter Book Club introduces young readers to new writing and encourage a love of reading. In partnership with The Reading Agency an expert panel of librarians\, booksellers and children in library sessions\, chose a list of Blue Peter Book Club recommended reads from awesome authors and fantastic illustrators. \nThe Blue Peter Book Club Live will have a major presence on broadcast and digital. A special episode Blue Peter Book club Live will be shown on CBBC and iPlayer\, 5pm\, Friday 24th May live from Media City UK with authors and local school children taking part. Working in collaboration with BBC Arts\, Blue Peter will also produce book review content\, animations\, digital games and more to engage kids at home and in the classroom. \nThe Blue Peter Book Club Live will take place into Summer 2024 with a series of pop-up events at libraries and schools across the UK. \nThe Blue Peter Book Club Live is supported through funding from Arts Council England’s Project Grants.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/blue-peter-book-club-live/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Author Event,Family,Party
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240616T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240517T111732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T124030Z
UID:8605-1718539200-1718553600@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:90th Celebration - Sunday Funday
DESCRIPTION:This year\, Central Library celebrates 90 years since its grand opening. Join us for this cultural extravaganza during Festival of Libraries Week\, celebrating the old and the new\, and the venue’s many highlights and successes over the past 90 years. Featuring music\, performances\, crafts\, displays\, and lots more fantastic family fun including: \n\nEdible Storytime\nManchester Histories Shadow Theatre\nRNCM musicians playing and taking about their instruments\nCommunity Performances\nString Quartet\nAcoustic sessions\nRNCM Jazz Trio\nFace Painting (£2 per face)\nHands on crafts\n\nKindly supported by Manchester Central Library Development Trust\, The Granada Foundation and The Duchy of Lancaster Benevolent Fund \nFree – just drop in. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in the venue\, or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/90th-celebration-sunday-funday/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240731T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240731T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240620T123651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T123823Z
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SUMMARY:Chess Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Calling all budding chess players! Head to our Performance Space and meet other players at this informal and fun drop-in session. Open to all children and families. For more information\, contact angela.rawcliffe@manchester.gov.uk or alessia.benedetti@manchester.gov.uk \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/chess-drop-in/
LOCATION:Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240801T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240717T103008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T105228Z
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SUMMARY:Little Movers and Shakers
DESCRIPTION:Meet us in our Music Library on the first floor for a fun-filled dance session! Suitable for children up to 7 years. \nFree – just drop in. Please 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/little-movers-and-shakers/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240806T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240717T104637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T105304Z
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SUMMARY:Imagination Gaming
DESCRIPTION:Learn to play-play to learn! Taking gaming to a different meaning. These games are designed to challenge your brain with stimulating mental challenge across all ages and abilities. Can you beat the game? \nFree – drop in. Please 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/imagination-gaming/
LOCATION:Lower Ground Floor Link
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240807T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240807T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240717T105036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T105036Z
UID:8771-1723028400-1723042800@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:National Playday
DESCRIPTION:Want a challenge over the summer? Join our big play day event and find out what challenges you can take on this summer. We will have an extra Lego club where we will challenge you to make your favourite reading space in Lego. Visit us at the main entrance\, where we will tell you about the Summer Reading Challenge and the Blue Peter Book Club. Suitable for children of all ages. \nFree – drop in. Please 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/national-playday/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240808T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240808T150000
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SUMMARY:Music Days: Born and Bred
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Music Thursday at Central Library! Doodle Dance is a workshop that combines mindful doodling techniques with movement. Create doodles and dance moves of your own in this fun and playful workshop. Designed for children of all ages for those who love to move and for those who aren’t sure. So come doodle\, dance and explore! \nFree – drop in. Please 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/music-days-born-and-bred/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240821T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240821T144500
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240717T121954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T112712Z
UID:8785-1724238000-1724251500@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Scrumptious!
DESCRIPTION:All is well at Sylvie’s Scrumptious Sweet Shop\, P.C. Lee can’t resist the fruit cake\, Stanley the Horse loves peppermint creams\, and the Talkative Twins only cause a crumb of chaos. That is until a stranger arrives\, and their irresistible ice cream threatens to spoil everything! Join us for this magical show about friendship and ice cream\, with hilarious songs\, dancing\, storytelling and gentle audience participation — the perfect free treat for families and anyone young at heart. Spaces are limited\, so book early to avoid disappointment! \nThere are two shows: 11-11.45am & 2-2.45pm. \nFree – spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment! \nTo Book your place email angela.rawcliffe@manchester.gov.uk
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/scrumptious-food-show/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240822T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240717T122407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T122407Z
UID:8792-1724335200-1724338800@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Love Science
DESCRIPTION:Join ‘Love Science’ this summer as part of the Marvellous Makers Club Summer Reading Challenge. Design and make light up pictures\, use friction to defy gravity\, and make a climbing model of your favourite book character to take home. Perfect for 5-11 year olds. \nFree – drop in. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/love-science/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241005T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20241002T144209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T144209Z
UID:9546-1728124200-1728144000@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Manchester Central Library Fun Palace
DESCRIPTION:Manchester Central Library will join hundreds of Fun Palaces nationally and internationally set to explode with free and fun activities for all. Join us on Saturday\, 5 October\, and master new skills from your neighbours\, share hobbies with friends old and new\, and celebrate the passions and enthusiasms of all of us! \n10.30am-4pm: Informal Bookbinding Workshops (Ground Floor) \nLearn bookbinding with this free engaging workshop delivered by the National Society of Bookbinders for their 50th anniversary! Free\, just drop in. More info here. \n11.30am-12 noon: Ukrainian Storytime \nПривіт! Join our new Ukrainian storytelling session led by one of our amazing volunteers! Learn new words\, listen to stories in Ukrainian and English and have fun! Suitable for children aged 4 to 7. \n2-4pm: Crafty Palaces \nDrop in and have a go at learning a new craft with the support of our local artists. Try finger knitting with Simone\, learn how to weave using scrap fabrics with Nayna from Street Style Surgery\, and much more! All ages welcome! \n2-3.30pm: Lego Club \nJoin our regular Lego Club for a Fun Palaces special! Pick your favourite bricks and let your imagination run wild: what will your fun palace look like? Suitable for ages 4 and above. \nFree – just drop in. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online \n  \nFun Palaces is an ongoing national and international campaign\, nurturing and supporting the potential and positivity of sharing people’s enthusiasms\, passions and skills with their own local community. Fun Palaces has an annual weekend of events each October\, although Fun Palaces can also happen at any time of year. \nDuring the weekend of celebration\, check out what’s happening elsewhere on X/Instagram:  #FunPalaces | @FunPalaces. www.funpalaces.co.uk
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/manchester-central-library-fun-palace/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241012T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241012T134500
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20240815T132021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T095300Z
UID:9040-1728738000-1728740700@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Spooky Poems Aloud with Joseph Coelho
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to jump into the SPOOKY\, spellbinding world of spoken word poetry\, with your guide: Joseph Coelho. In this interactive session with the Waterstones Children’s Laureate\, you’ll be thrilled (and maybe even a litttttle scared) by performances from Joseph as he brings you his latest poetry compendium\, Spooky Poems Aloud: 25 Poems to Frighten and Delight. \nGet ready to have your funny bones tickled as we create poetry together and learn how to recite it loudly\, softly\, and even in ghostly whispers. Then join us on the Spooky Poems Aloud Activity Trail and craft activity for children created by community artist Emma Martin. Presented by Manchester Literature Festival in partnership with Manchester Poetry Library. Supported by Library Live. \nSuitable for age 5-10 years. (All children must be accompanied by an adult) \nTickets: ‘Book Now’ below\, phone 0161 876 2015 or visit the MLF website
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/spooky-poems-aloud-with-joseph-coelho/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250201T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20230104T115815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T121601Z
UID:6770-1738414800-1738425600@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Chinese New Year Celebration - Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Year of the Snake as Bowen Education join us for arts & crafts\, face painting\, a selfie booth\, and a Hanfu Show featuring traditional Chinese clothing. \nThis event is a celebration of cultural fusion\, bringing together Eastern and Western traditions to create an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in Chinese culture or enjoy the talents of local performers\, there’s something for everyone! \nSuitable for families. \nFree – drop in. Advance booking optional: Chinese New Year Celebration at Manchester Central Library Tickets\, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite \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/chinese-new-year/
LOCATION:Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250608T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20250508T111836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T124803Z
UID:10918-1749384000-1749398400@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Festival of Libraries Sunday Funday!
DESCRIPTION: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! \nHighlights include:  \nOut of this World! 2pm – 3.30pm   \n \nJoin Wendy from Daresbury Laboratory and Dan Worsley\, children’s author and performance storyteller as they embarks on an extra special\, extraterrestrial storytelling journey. Dan will weave fact and fiction to prove that with a bit of imagination\, anything really is possible. A guaranteed out-of-this-world storytelling experience!  \nTickets are for Out of this World are free but limited and can be pre-booked here. \nStorytime Fun with Simon the Storyteller 12.30pm-1.15pm and 2.30pm-3.15pm \n \nCome and join Simon the Storyteller for fun interactive family story sessions. The sessions will include songs\, games\, parachute play and lots and lots of bubbles. These stories are great fun for all the family and will get everyone up on their feet singing and dancing.  \nSimon’s sessions will be at 12:30 and 2:30 and will last for 45 mins each. No booking required. \n‘The Space’ presents a Virtual Reality experience!!  \n \n\nWallace and Gromit Game\nThe Philharmonia’s Lark Ascending: A spellbinding 360 performance of Vaughan Williams’s piece\, featuring Nicola Benedetti.\nBerlin Blitz\nMonoliths – exploring England’s Northern landscape\n\nThere’ll also be crafts galore\, face painting fun\, activities for all and time to relax in the magical children’s library. \nFree. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/festival-of-libraries-sunday-funday-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,Family,Performance,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250608T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250608T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T224848
CREATED:20250520T074656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T075227Z
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SUMMARY:Out of This World!
DESCRIPTION:Have an interest in science? Enjoy getting creative with words?\nJoin 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. \nPrepare to believe the unbelievable as Dan takes you on an interplanetary journey using his mind-boggling storytelling skills. Alien adventures await as Dan weaves his story magic\, models his writing and sets up a creative writing opportunity for the children to take on. Dan will then hand over his storytelling waistcoat to any budding storytellers willing to share their stories. \nWendy’s spectacular scientific knowledge will stretch your mind and transport you to another dimension without leaving the venue. Witness heat sensors in action\, hear about incredible projects and see stunning images from space through visual and practical demonstrations. An out-of-this world visual experience! \nTICKETS ARE LIMITED AND CAN BE PRE-BOOKED BELOW!
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/out-of-this-world-2/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Culture,Family,Science
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