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SUMMARY:Storytime & Singalong: European Day of Languages 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the European Day of Languages with Instituto Cervantes at Manchester Central Library! Come along as we sing and bring stories to life in English\, Spanish\, Polish and Italian. \nWhether you are looking to introduce your child to new sounds\, practice a second language\, or simply enjoy the magic of live storytelling\, this interactive session offers a fun\, welcoming space for listeners of all ages. \nTo mark the occasion\, our storytellers bring the beloved children’s book The Gruffalo to life in four languages\, celebrating the rich linguistic diversity of Europe! \nThe Gruffalo is a renowned children’s tale written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. It follows the story of a quick-witted mouse taking a stroll through the forest\, who fends off potential predators—a fox\, an owl\, and a snake—by inventing a terrifying imaginary creature called the Gruffalo\, only to be shocked to encounter the actual monster later on. \nThe storytelling will be followed by a multilingual singalong and a craft workshop led by Magaly Flores. In collaboration with Società Dante Alighieri\, Manchester City of Literature and Manchester Libraries. \nRecommended age: 3-7. Free multilingual activity in Spanish\, English\, Italian and Polish. \nFree – book your free place on Eventbrite here or click ‘Book Now’ below. \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/storytime-singalong-european-day-of-languages-2026/
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:20261003T140000
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SUMMARY:Arabic Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Central Library’s Children Library to hear stories and sing songs in Arabic and English.\n\nLearn new words and make new friends! Suitable for children aged 4-7. Free – just drop in. \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/arabic-storytime-2/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Children’s Library
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Fun Palaces
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to celebrate Fun Palaces weekend at Central Library with a whole afternoon dedicated to the Mid-Autumn Festival\, one of the most important festivals in the Chinese calendar! \nJoin us for an afternoon of traditional Chinese music\, interactive workshops and lantern-making with Manchester Confucius Institute and Chinese Music Classroom at Chetham’s School of Music. \nProgramme: \n2-4pm – Mooncake seal carving with Manchester Confucius Institute \nJoin us for an interactive workshop where we will be making mooncake seals using carrots and potatoes. Suitable for families. Alternative options available for younger children. \n2–2.10 pm – Chinese bamboo flute performance with Chinese Music Classroom \nShort performance on the dizi (Chinese bamboo flute)\, followed by a brief\, child-friendly introduction to the instrument. \n2.10–2.35 pm – Participatory music activity with Chinese Music Classroom \nJoin us for a simple group activity inspired by Kodály approaches and led by a Chinese music specialist using rhythm\, clapping\, call-and-response and easy pentatonic patterns. Designed for children and families of all abilities\, no previous musical experience required. \n2.35–3.50 pm – Mid-Autumn Festival craft activity with Chinese Music Classroom \nRelaxed drop-in craft activity\, where children and families can make small handheld Mid-Autumn lanterns featuring moon and Jade Rabbit designs to take home with them. \n3.50–4.00 pm – Musical close \nShort bamboo flute performance and informal sharing of some of the lanterns made during the afternoon. \nSuitable for families. \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/fun-palaces-3/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261017T120000
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SUMMARY:Storytime and Mindfulness for Children
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this relaxing session led by Psychologist Özlem Bakan Yavaş. \nWe will be reading stories and learning about feelings in a comfortable and safe environment. We will finish each session with a calming and mindful craft. \nSuitable for children aged 4+. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions will take place in Manchester Central Library’s Children Library (Lower Ground Floor). \nPlease only book 1 ticket per child. Adults do not need to book on\, but are required to stay with their children at all times. \nBook your free spot via Eventbrite here or click ‘Book Now’ below. \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/storytime-and-mindfulness-for-children-4-years-2/
LOCATION:Children’s Library
CATEGORIES:Family,Reading,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Mandarin Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join our Mandarin Storytime. We will share the stories in Mandarin\, then English. Have fun and learn new words! Suitable for children aged 4–7. \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/mandarin-storytime/
LOCATION:Children’s Library
CATEGORIES:Family
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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/
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