South Asian Heritage Month Crafts
Create your very own dholak drums, inspired by traditional instruments from India! These beautiful drums originated in the Indian subcontinent and have deep roots in South Asian culture. Suitable for […]
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Books on Your Head: Manchester Day Parade Workshops!
Lower Ground FloorCrafting workshops for children and their families to make headwear inspired by a favourite book for Manchester Day, which this year is celebrating the joy of reading and books, and […]
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Books on Your Head: Manchester Day Parade Workshops!
Lower Ground FloorCrafting workshops for children and their families to make headwear inspired by a favourite book for Manchester Day, which this year is celebrating the joy of reading and books, and […]
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French Storytime
FeaturedChildren's LibraryJoin us for Central Library’s French Storytime session. Listen to stories in French and English, learn new words and make new friends! Suitable for children aged 4-7. Free – just […]
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Sunday Funday – Manchester Day 2026
Ground FloorWe're celebrating Manchester Day at Central Library! This year's Manchester Day celebrates our city’s cultural links with Barcelona. Following Manchester’s appearance at Barcelona’s La Mercè festival in 2025, artists from […]
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Little Movers and Shakers
Henry Watson Music LibraryCalling all little groovers! Enjoy a fun, high-energy session filled with music and dance. Get ready to show off some moves – we’ll bring the tunes! Suitable for children up […]
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Summer Reading Challenge: Read and Rave!
Henry Watson Music LibraryMeet DJ Mu-Mu who will demonstrate the art of turntables and vinyl at our Read & Rave activity! Children can bop, dance, do a musical worksheet or read! Children will […]
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Summer Reading Challenge: Ukulele Taster Session
Henry Watson Music LibraryJoin Jim Wallace for a fun and relaxed beginner ukulele session for children. No experience is needed and instruments are provided. Kids will learn a few simple chords, play familiar […]
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Craft Session: Princess Hat Making
Lower Ground FloorJoin us at Central Library for a fun and interactive craft workshop where we will be making princess hats. We’ll provide all the materials, just bring your creativity. Free entry - just drop […]
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Film Fridays
Performance SpaceUnleash the musical theatre kid in you with this programme of music-themed films! Watch a family classic on the library’s huge screen, get involved in music-themed crafts and find out how you can take part […]
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