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SUMMARY:WORD CENTRAL: Open Mic and Spoken Word Night
DESCRIPTION:Manchester Libraries and Flapjack Press present: \nWORD CENTRAL\na semaphore-exploding mind-flow. Open mic poetry & spoken word hosted by Tony Curry \nFeaturing special guest poet Potting Shed Pete. \nThe open mic line up is now complete.To get on the reserve list please email mail@flapjackpress.co.uk \nNB Open mic slots are 3 minutes maximum \nFurther Word Central dates for your diary – \nWed 7th February\nThurs 1st March\nThurs 5th April\nWed 2nd May\nWed 6th June\nThurs 5th July\nThurs 2nd August\nThurs 6th September\nThurs 4th October\nThurs 1st November\nThurs 6th December
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/word-central-open-mic-spoken-word-night/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171228T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171228T200000
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SUMMARY:The Crimson Pioneers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the premiere of new sci-fi adventure The Crimson Pioneers made by the Manchester Indie Film Makers Group\, based at Central Library. \nSynopsis: The first generation of ‘Crimson Pioneers’ have started to make Mars their new home. When all seems to be going to plan the unexpected happens and throws everything into chaos. \nDoors: 6pm
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/the-crimson-pioneers/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171219T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171220T200000
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SUMMARY:A Dinner Engagement - Manchester Opera Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Manchester Opera Ensemble return to Central Library on 19th and 20th December to present a new production of British composer Lennox Berkeley’s farce\, A Dinner Engagement. Set in a Greater Manchester family home during the run up to Christmas dinner this production promises beautiful sounds\, sights\, smells and of course\, a pinch of disaster. The production is directed by ALRA trained actor Charlotte Broadbent and directed by Ewan Gilford\, currently working on the music staff at Northern Ballet. \nTickets \n\nYellow £15 – A yellow ticket affords you one of the best seats in the house\, with close up views of the performers and a front row seat to watch the mayhem unfold\nGreen £12 – Our green tickets affords you a seat with an excellent view of the action\, but slightly further back from the action.\nPink £9 – Our pink tickets sometimes offer a restricted view\, but with the theatre in the round\, you certainly won’t miss out on the immersive experience that the theatre offers.\n\n  \nIMPORTANT:  \nEvent starts at 6.30pm prompt. Doors close at 6.25pm
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/dinner-engagement-manchester-opera-ensemble/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171216T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
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SUMMARY:Christmas Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Get your festive season underway with our annual family extravaganza.  Listen to a fantastic line-up of local choirs and bands and enjoy a mince pie with us. Create your own Christmas crafts. There will be performances and activities galore and Father Christmas will be here! \nFor full details visit archivesplus.org
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/christmas-extravaganza/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171214T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
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SUMMARY:Feeling Sound: Evelyn Glennie in Conversation with Colin Blakemore
DESCRIPTION:A LIVE SCREENING FROM THE BRITISH LIBRARY \nThink hearing is just sound waves hitting your ear drums? Think again. \n\n\nPercussionist Evelyn Glennie’s unique connection to her music comes from having lost almost all of her hearing by the age of 12. She joins neuroscientist Colin Blakemore to discuss how we can all really listen. \nThis event was conceived by and first presented at Cheltenham Science Festival 2017. It will be subtitled by Stagetext. \nPart of a Season of Sound\, celebrating the Library’s sound archive. Audio installation supplied by Bowers & Wilkins. \nTickets are free but booking is advised.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/feeling-sound-evelyn-glennie-conversation-colin-blakemore/
LOCATION:Seminar Suite\, Floor Two
CATEGORIES:Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171214T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171214T194500
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
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SUMMARY:Project M and Introduction X Launch
DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate the launch of Introduction X\, The Poetry Business New Poets anthology. \nIntroduction X is a gathering of outstanding poets at an early stage in their writing careers. Apart from this ‘newness’\, and talent\, and what W S Graham would call ‘the rarer gift of application’\, what these writers happen to have in common is that at some point The Poetry Business has been fortunate enough to encounter them – either through residential courses\, The New Poets Prize\, or workshops and mentoring schemes\, such as The Writing Squad. \nReaders will include Northern Writers Award Winner Jasmine Simms\, Now Then’s Word LIfe Editor Elizabeth Gibson\, Foyles Young Poet of the Year Fielding Ronshaugen\, and Gregory Kearns who was Highly Commended in this year’s Poetry Business New Poet Awards. \nProject M is a workshop of writers aged 17-21 run by The Writing Squad and Manchester Literature Festival. Over the last year they have been meeting monthly with Squad writers James Varney and Lenni Sanders. They will share some of their work as a curtain raiser to the Introduction X anthology.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/project-m-introduction-x-launch/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171211T182000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
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SUMMARY:Black Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Join our friends Grimm up North\, as they present the classic 1974 christmas slasher movie\, Black Christmas! \nIt’s time for the Christmas break\, and the sorority sisters make plans for the holiday\, but the strange anonymous phone calls are beginning to put them on edge. When Clare disappears\, they contact the police\, who don’t express much concern. Meanwhile Jess is planning to get an abortion\, but boyfriend Peter is very much against it. The police finally begin to get concerned when a 13-year-old girl is found dead in the park. They set up a wiretap to the sorority house\, but is it too late? \nGrimm Up North have partnered with 101 Films to bring you this very special screening\, celebrating the recent Blu-ray re-mastered release (first time in the UK!) of this classic shocker starring Olivia Hussey\, Keir Dullea\, John Saxon and Margot Kidder. \nComplimentary mince pies will be on offer throughout the evening and attendees will also be in with a chance of winning a brand new copy of the film on blu-ray\, just by showing up for the screening. There will also be some bargain christmas stocking fillers\, Grimmfest t-shirts\, posters & horror DVDs available to buy at knock down prices. \nStrictly 18+ years only \nDoors: 5.50pm \nFilm starts: 6.20pm (prompt)
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/black-christmas/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171210T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
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SUMMARY:Sunday Funday: Enter the Magical Wizarding World of Harry Potter!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Witches\, Wizards and Muggles.\nYou are invited to enter a magical wizarding world at Central Library! \nThis Harry Potter inspired event includes: \nThe Battle of the Wizards All is not what it seems as a Deatheater\, an agent of He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named\, has been seen stalking the library. Fearing that Voldemort has returned and is trying to steal a powerful magical artefact\, Professor Dumbledore summons Harry Potter\, the boy who lived\, to his side. Together they must outwit\, out-duel and outsmart the devious Lucius Malfoy before it’s too late. Featuring action\, excitement and comedy\, this show is sure to bring a little magic to any Harry Potter fan’s day. \nThe Sorting Hat Dare you be sorted by the Sorting Hat? Will you be a Hufflepuff\, or do you think that Slytherin is the right house for your skills? \nHagrid’s Magical Games join Hogwarts’ groundskeeper as he teaches pupils of all ages some of the tricks he’s learned but\, of course\, he’s strictly forbidden from performing magic outside Hogwarts! \nMagical Crafts and Activities including the chance to make your own house badge\, broomstick\, magic wand or golden snitch. Plus face painting\, green screen animation and wizard selfies! \nDuring the event you will also get the opportunity to meet various characters from the stories.  Including – \nHarry Potter \nAlbus Dumbledore \nProfessor Snape \nProfessor Trelawney \nRubeus Hagrid    \nProfessor McGonagall \nProfessor Sprout \nand Lucius Malfoy! \nThis is a free drop in event for fans of all ages. We aim to offer activities and crafts to as many people as possible\, but please be aware that places and materials are limited.  \n\nALWAYS REMEMBER THE SCHOOL MOTTO:  \nNEVER TICKLE A SLEEPING DRAGON!
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/enter-magical-wizarding-world-harry-potter/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171209T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171209T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171116T155944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171116T155944Z
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SUMMARY:Seeing Daylight – a film portrait of Dorothy Bohm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special preview screening of ‘Seeing Daylight’\, a film portrait of Dorothy Bohm\, one of Britain’s finest street photographers. With contributions from friends and family\, and reflections from Dorothy as – still active at 92 – she looks back at her most important images and revisits the places where it all started. Produced by Unity House\, this 45 minute film is followed by a 30 minute Q&A with Monica Bohm-Duchen (Dorothy’s daughter) and producer/director Richard Shaw. \nRaised in Königsberg (present-day Kaliningrad) in 1924\, Dorothy came of age in the shadow of Nazism. Climbing on board the last train escaping invading forces\, Dorothy’s beloved father gave her the only thing he had with him – his Leica camera – with the parting words: ‘You might be able to use this’. Dorothy would not see her family again for another two decades. In that time\, she would study photography in Manchester\, England and go on to capture a world recovering from war in a series of astounding exhibitions and books. Influenced by close friend André Kertész\, Dorothy began to experiment with Polaroids in the 1980s\, as the world of colour photography opened up new possibilities.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/seeing-daylight-film-portrait-dorothy-bohm/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171207T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171101T184901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171101T185015Z
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SUMMARY:Word Central - Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:A CHRISTMAS WORD CENTRAL \n a semaphore-exploding mind-flow \nopen mic poetry & spoken word hosted by Tony Curry. \n6.00pm – 8.00pm [doors open 5.30pm]\nEveryone Welcome. \nTo book an open mic slot please email mail@flapjackpress.co.uk\n[NB Open mic slots are 4 minutes maximum]
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/word-central-open-mic-night-5/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171207T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171115T122413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171115T122413Z
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SUMMARY:World War I's Hidden Voices
DESCRIPTION:India\, Africa\, the West Indies and recruitment through culture explored in two parallel exhibitions: \nFrom the Shadows of War and Empire \nA documentary exhibition by Southern Voices \nFew know about how European powers brought colonies into World War I\, took resources from these countries and took the war to ‘fronts’ outside Europe.  An exhibition which finally tells this major part of the story from the colonies’ point of view.  We focus on India\, the West Indies\, German and British East Africa\, and Nigeria – the British Colonies. \n  \nTHE POPPY RETAKE (v3) \nA video art installation by Kooj Chuhan \nModern war propaganda began with World War I which obscured its pointlessness and deep colonial connections\, while pretending to be the ‘war to end all wars’.  This artwork explores coercion into war\, involving an African woman working for a war-themed park.  She finds herself caught between colonial narratives\, spirits from the dead and video war games. \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/world-war-hidden-voices/
LOCATION:Lwr Ground floor – City Library
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171206T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
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SUMMARY:World War I's Hidden Voices - Exhibition Launch
DESCRIPTION:India\, Africa\, the West Indies and recruitment through culture explored in two parallel exhibitions telling the story of World War 1 via the British colonial experience. Southern Voices exhibition\, From the Shadows of War and Empire\, tells the story from the colonies’ point of view\, whilst Kooj Chuhan’s video installation\, The Poppy Retake\, explores coercion in to war. \nThis special event to mark the launch of the exhibition includes speakers Ahmed El-Hassan (Southern Voices) and Colette Williams (Mbari)\, plus live performance from Jaydev Mistry (music)\, Rani Moorthy (dramatised readings) and Kooj Chuhan (VJ projection). \nFind out more about the exhibition here
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/world-war-hidden-voices-exhibition-launch/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171206T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171129T114443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171129T114443Z
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SUMMARY:Abel Heywood\, Manchester’s Radical Mayor
DESCRIPTION:Meet author Joanna Williams\, whose book Abel Heywood\, the Man who Built the Town Hall\, was published by the History Press on 1 September 2017. \nAbel Heywood (1810-93)\, Mayor of Manchester\, as chair of the New Town Hall Committee was the leading light behind the construction of the ‘municipal palace’ in Albert Square.  Rising from severe poverty\, he had a long and successful career as a newspaper distributor\, publisher\, printer\, and wallpaper manufacturer.  He was especially committed throughout his life to his work on the Manchester Council\, becoming Mayor twice.  He became only the third Freeman of the City\, and was the first from a humble background. \nHe was involved in the major radical causes of his day\, from the free press – for which he went to prison in 1832 – to universal suffrage as a Chartist.  In his eagerness to promote the latter\, he even sought a parliamentary seat for Manchester in 1859 and 1865\, but his working class origins and his radicalism failed to win over the vital middle class vote.  As a radical liberal he espoused causes in Europe\, such as Hungarian\, Italian and German nationalism\, and campaigned about the Crimean War and the Eastern Crisis in the Balkans.  At times of crisis\, notably the Cotton Famine in the 1860s\, he was prominent in fund-raising and otherwise managing the situation\, and very cordial relations were established between Manchester and the USA at this period. \nHe worked tirelessly throughout his life to develop Manchester’s infrastructure\, notably as chair of the Paving and Sewage Committee\, and took a lead in the construction of railways and the tram system.   But his driving force was his own early experiences of squalor in Angel Meadow\, which gave him an acute awareness of the needs of the city’s poorest inhabitants; public health\, education\, co-operation and temperance were all areas in which he laboured to improve their lot.  Nor did he neglect the city’s cultural life; he encouraged the council to take on the Royal Institution as its art gallery\, and was a patron of the College of Art.  He assiduously focused on the development of Manchester to create a great city in every sense. \nAlthough there are no personal papers\, except for his will\, the local press reported his activities in such detail that it is possible to gain an idea of the kind of man he was and what were his aspirations. There are also archives\, such as the records of Manchester Corporation\, private papers of his colleagues\, and Home Office papers which reveal some of the inner workings of local power.  The latter indicate some of the murkier aspects of his dealings with the government\, as it appears that he informed on his fellow Chartists to prevent a violent uprising in 1840\, for example.  Examination of his election campaigns in the general elections of 1859 and 1865 show similarly that he was not above some manipulation in tailoring his choice of topics to his audiences; he was a clever politician. \nThe new Town Hall project was Abel’s overriding preoccupation for at least ten years\, and his worst public humiliation was the refusal of Queen Victoria to open it and bestow a knighthood on him. The reasons for the royal snub remain a matter of conjecture to this day.  But the city honoured him\, and it was he who presided at the opening ceremonies and was acclaimed by the Liberal establishment\, being granted the freedom of the city in 1891. \nThis event is free – no need to book\, just drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/abel-heywood-manchesters-radical-mayor/
LOCATION:Archives+ Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171204T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171103T153037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171103T153614Z
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SUMMARY:Library Lounge presents Paul Hanley in conversation
DESCRIPTION:Paul Hanley was the drummer in Manchester legends The Fall from 1980-85 and now plays with Brix & The Extricated. He’s currently completing his English degree with the Open University and occasionally writes for Louder Than War. \nThis Library Lounge event will be an exploration of Paul’s love of music\, books and libraries and the influence they have all played in his life. \nTickets to this event are free\, but a donation will be encouraged on the night in support of the Central Library Development Trust\, the charity which supports the work of Central Library. \nAbout Library Lounge \nLibrary Lounge is a new series of relaxed ‘in conversation’ events featuring interesting and engaging guests hosted at Manchester Central Library. \nParticipants receive no fee for taking part – and any funds raised\, through either ticket sales or donations on the night\, go directly to Manchester Central Library Development Trust (registered charity no. 1150161). \nThe Development Trust supports the work of Central Library across a wide range of areas. This includes allowing it to stay open for longer and more often for activities\, including special Sunday Fundays for families. \nIt also helps to fund special events\, exhibitions\, festivals\, education projects and community programmes.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/library-lounge-presents-paul-hanley-conversation/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171202T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20170815T104144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T092006Z
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SUMMARY:Lip Service presents Thrills and Quills!
DESCRIPTION:LipService theatre take a comic look at Jane Austen’s letters\, examine the vagaries of the Georgian postal system and wonder what witty words Jane could have conjured up with a Twitter account.We examine the world of communication from quill pen to SnapChat. \nWith extracts from Jane Austen’s novels\, letters to family members and wickedly funny observations on her neighbours\, we look at the vivid account Jane conjures of everyday life. \n“LipService\, Britain’s favourite literary lunatics” The Guardian
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/lip-service-presents-thrills-quills/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171128T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171128T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171102T120906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171127T101515Z
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SUMMARY:Library Lounge presents Danny Brocklehurst in conversation
DESCRIPTION:Library Lounge is delighted to announce an evening of conversation and questions with BAFTA winning screenwriter Danny Brocklehurst. \nDanny’s TV credits include In The Dark\, Ordinary Lies\, The Accused\, Exile\, Talk To Me\, Shameless\, The Driver and Clocking Off. \nHe also co-wrote the recent SKY One international hit show The Five – based on the work of  best-selling American crime writer Harlan Coben. Prior to becoming a professional screenwriter Danny\, who is also an International Emmy winner\, worked as a freelance journalist for a range of regional and national publications including The Guardian\, The Big Issue\, The Manchester Evening News and City Life. \nTickets to this event are free – but donations will be encouraged on the night in support of Manchester Central Library Development Trust\, the charity which supports the work of Central Library. \n  \nAbout Library Lounge \nLibrary Lounge is a new series of relaxed ‘in conversation’ events featuring interesting and engaging guests hosted at Manchester Central Library. \nParticipants receive no fee for taking part – and any funds raised\, through either ticket sales or donations on the night\, go directly to Manchester Central Library Development Trust (registered charity no. 1150161). \nThe Development Trust supports the work of Central Library across a wide range of areas. This includes allowing it to stay open for longer and more often for activities\, including special Sunday Fundays for families. \nIt also helps to fund special events\, exhibitions\, festivals\, education projects and community programmes.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/library-lounge-presents-danny-brocklehurst-conversation/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171127T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171101T193856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T113424Z
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SUMMARY:The Longplayer Conversation: David Attenborough and Chris Watson
DESCRIPTION:A LIVE SCREENING FROM THE BRITISH LIBRARY \nAn evening of extraordinary sounds and discussion \nThe 2017 Longplayer Conversation brings together long time collaborators\, sound recordist Chris Watson and naturalist and broadcaster Sir David Attenborough. Join us for what promises to be a fascinating conversation informed by their shared interests and experiences as sound recordists in the natural world. \nChris Watson began his career in sound in the late 1970s as a musician and since the ‘90s has been one of the foremost sound recordists of wildlife and natural phenomena. A collaborator on natural history broadcasts with Sir David for over two decades\, Chris continues to travel the world as a freelance recordist whilst also producing albums. \nDavid Attenborough’s first work in natural history broadcasting drew him into the world of sound recording and pioneering work with the earliest portable tape recorders on location. David recorded the wildlife and local music for his documentaries\, recordings which are now stored for posterity in the British Library Sound Archive. Today\, Sir David is one of the world’s most recognised advocates for the protection of our environments now and for the future.\nLongplayer was composed by Jem Finer\, and originally commissioned by Artangel. Now in the care of the Longplayer Trust\, it can be heard in the lighthouse at Trinity Buoy Wharf\, London\, as well as other listening posts around the world\, globally via a live internet stream\, through an iOS app and occasional live performances. The annual Longplayer Conversations are a way of celebrating the vision behind Longplayer’s long term aspirations\, by inviting friends to bring their personal experiences and expertise to bear on the theme of long time. \nPart of a Season of Sound\, celebrating the Library’s sound archive. Audio installation supplied by Bowers & Wilkins. \nThis is a free event but booking is advised.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/longplayer-conversation-chris-watson-david-attenborough/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171124T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171125T170000
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SUMMARY:Illuminate: a journey of seven stories
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Illuminate is now sold out\, however\, you can join the waiting list for a chance to still get tickets. Plus\, why not join us for the free countdown events taking place across the Library’s spaces between 20-24 Nov. \nNew dance\, music and light art combine in this visually stunning and extraordinary site-specific piece created by Company Chameleon at the iconic Manchester Central Library. \nSeven stories have underpinned literature since the beginning of time and this is their contemporary reimagining. From the inner monster to the superhero\, from the tragedy of division to the pure joy of true love\, Illuminate explores the stories that help us to understand ourselves\, and our place in the world in which we live. \nSeven scenes in seven spaces will take you to the past\, present and future in a captivating mix of live performance around Central Library. As light art twists interiors and shifts perceptions\, and an original and live soundtrack plays out\, a rich blend of dance and movement will take you on a journey like no other. \nFeaturing international artists\, rising talents and homegrown performers\, Illuminate will be brought to life by an ensemble of 60 dancers\, musicians and collaborators\, for what promises to be a transformative and immersive cultural experience at Central Library. \nDon’t miss the free countdown events taking place at the Library from Monday 20th to Thursday 23rd November in the lead up to Illuminate – find out more.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/illuminate-journey-seven-stories/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171120T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171123T140000
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SUMMARY:Countdown to Illuminate
DESCRIPTION:In the countdown to Illuminate\, our new site specific piece created for Manchester Central Library by Company Chameleon\, we’re excited to present a series of free countdown events ahead of the main event. \nMon 20 Nov\, 12-2pm | Pop-up: listen\nA lunchtime performance of live music and a chance to hear the new and original soundtrack by award-winning composer\, Miguel Marin\, which features in the Illuminate production. \nTues 21 Nov\, 1pm | Pop-up: see\nChameleon make the street their stage and perform a pop-up dance piece on the plaza outside Central Library’s main entrance. \nWed 22 Nov\, 4-5pm | Preview\nCentral Library open up the sides of the performance space to create a stage for professional dancers from all over the world as they share their own creative responses to Company Chameleon’s powerful and original movement style in an informal presentation. \nThurs 23 Nov\, 10am-5pm | Open rehearsals\nGo behind the scenes and see the rehearsal and pre-production process unfold as Company Chameleon and their ensemble of 60 dancers\, musicians and collaborators take over Central Library\, ahead of the first performance of Illuminate on Friday night. \nFind out more  about the main Illuminate performance.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/countdown/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171118T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
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SUMMARY:Saturday Spectacular
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Explore Your Archive Week\, join us to celebrate 120 years of the Disabled Living charity. Join us as we find out how the charity has changed over the years by using their archive images in a range of fun activities for all the family. \nFree – just drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/saturday-spectacular-2/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171116T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171023T143933Z
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SUMMARY:Gordon Brown: A Life in Politics
DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out \nThe former Prime Minister\, Gordon Brown\, will talk about a remarkable 40 years on the political frontline. Join us for this landmark event to celebrate the release of his forthcoming memoir\, My Life\, Our Times\, which reflects candidly on an extraordinary career; from New Labour’s 1997 landslide electoral victory\, to the 2008 global financial crisis and the historic 2014 Scottish and 2016 European referendums. \nGordon will be signing copies of My Life\, Our Times after the event. \nThis is a free event\, but tickets must be booked from the link below. Only ticket holders will be allowed access to the talk. \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/gordon-brown-life-politics/
LOCATION:Performance Space
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171115T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171004T082918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171004T082918Z
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SUMMARY:Jennifer Egan
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed American author Jennifer Egan makes a rare UK visit to talk about her forthcoming novel\, Manhattan Beach – her first foray into historical fiction. Set during the Depression and then the war\, it tells the story of Anna Kerrigan\, a navy diver making her own way at a transformative time for women; in a Brooklyn populated by sailors and gangsters\, tragic starlets and mysterious tycoons. Kirkus Reviews called it ‘haunting…Realistically detailed\, poetically charged\, and utterly satisfying: apparently there’s nothing Egan can’t do.’ \nJennifer’s previous novels include A Visit From the Goon Squad (winner of the Pulitzer Prize\, The National Book Critics Circle Award and the LA Times Book Prize)\, the Invisible Circus and The Keep. Her short stories have been published in The New Yorker\, Harper’s\, Granta and McSweeney’s\, and her journalism regularly appears in The New York Times Magazine. Hosted by Katie Popperwell. \nThis event is part of Manchester Literature Festival 2017 \nBook on 0843 208 0500 or
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/jennifer-egan/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Writing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171111T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171025T090440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171106T095842Z
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SUMMARY:Hidden Histories\, Hidden Historians
DESCRIPTION:Manchester Histories presents Hidden Histories\, Hidden Historians\, a Heritage Lottery Fund supported exhibition. Five groups from across Greater Manchester have explored their own hidden histories to create a multi-media exhibition that includes archive photography\, historical research\, video and oral histories. \nFree – just drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/hidden-histories-hidden-historians/
LOCATION:Archives+ Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171109T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171025T085930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171025T085930Z
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SUMMARY:Homeless Film Festival Screening - Mr Stink
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a screening of the film Mr Stink. The film is presented by the Homeless Film Festival which is a registered charity and the world’s biggest festival dedicated to using film screenings\, special events and film making workshops as a way of highlighting and tackling homeless issues. \nFree – to book email homelessfilmfestival@gmail.com
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/homeless-film-festival-screening-mr-stink/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Screening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171107T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171025T093137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171025T122116Z
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SUMMARY:Made In Manchester: The Ups & Downs of Freelancing
DESCRIPTION:These days many careers in the ever-growing Creative Industries are freelance. Hear from our experienced panel as they discuss how to survive as a freelancer\, make the most of opportunities\, and stand out in the new “gig economy”. Featuring Tom Clarke from The Sharp Project\, Alison Surtees from the Manchester Music Digital Archive and Pip Rustage\, photographer. Hosted by Martyn Walsh from the Inspiral Carpets and Creative Industries Guru in Residence at the Business & IP Centre\, Manchester Central Library\n\n\nMade In Manchester is a new series of panel events discussing the business aspects of the creative industries in the city
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/made-manchester-ups-downs-freelancing/
CATEGORIES:Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171104T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
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SUMMARY:War Memories
DESCRIPTION:With the endorsement of WarGen\, Manchester Central Library together with one of its volunteer groups\, the Manchester Indie Film Makers Group (MIFMG)\, are presenting a single performance of War Memories\, a production written by the MIFMG using film and written material from the published WarGen pages on the internet. WarGen is currently uploading film and transcriptions of the experiences of both veterans and civilians during World War 2. \nThis performance is timed to be close to this year’s Armistice Day\, just one week later\, and will be in remembrance of all who lived and showed such bravery during the First and Second World Wars. \nThe performance will consist of film projection and live acting for approximately one hour\, followed by a cream tea and an opportunity to meet others at the event. Young people will produce short content for social media during the event\, interacting with veterans and their friends and families. \nAll are welcome\, please book your place by phoning Ruth Jacobson on 0161 234 1981 or email r.jacobson@manchester.gov.uk
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/war-memories/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171101T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171023T085541Z
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SUMMARY:WORD CENTRAL open mic poetry & spoken word
DESCRIPTION:WORD CENTRAL is back on Wednesday 1st November at Central Library. \n6pm – 8pm [doors open 5.30pm]\, free entry \nThis month’s special guest is poet Mark Mace Smith\nGlastonbury Festival Poetry Slam Winner 2008\, BBC MediaCity Poet in Residence 2011-2015\, and author of A Fruit Filled with Bitter Ashes. \nAll open mic slots are already filled\, but if you want to book a place on the reserve list email mail@flapjackpress.co.uk [NB Open mic slots are 4 minutes maximum] \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/word-central-open-mic-poetry-spoken-word/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=Atlantic/Azores:20171031T190000
DTEND;TZID=Atlantic/Azores:20180122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171006T152825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171107T100817Z
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SUMMARY:Harry Potter: A History of Magic Live Screenings
DESCRIPTION:SORRY\, THESE EVENTS ARE NOW BOOKED UP. \nJourney to where magic and myth began! \nHave you ever wanted to delve into Divination\, ponder the peculiarities of Potions and discover enchanting creatures? Now you can. \nWatch lecturers at the British Library unveil rare books\, manuscripts and magical objects from the British Library’s collection\, capturing the traditions of folklore and magic which are at the heart of the Harry Potter stories. Marvel at original drafts and drawings by J.K. Rowling and illustrator Jim Kay\, both on display for the first time. \nSee the gargantuan 16th-century Ripley Scroll that explains how to create a Philosopher’s Stone. Gaze at Sirius in the night sky as imagined by medieval astronomers. Encounter hand-coloured pictures of dragons\, unicorns and a phoenix rising from the flames. \nIn conjunction with the British Library and together with libraries around the country Manchester Libraries are holding a number of live screenings beamed from the British Library in the coming months. These will be based on the Hogwarts curriculum\, including Defence Against The Dark Arts\, Care of Magical Creatures and Divination. \nPlease note that the lectures are about the history and mythology behind the subjects rather than focusing on the books themselves. \nBrooms\, Wands and Cauldrons: The Instruments of Magic with Simon Costin\nTue 31 Oct 2017\, 19:00 – 20:15 \nDiscover why witches’ friends are feline and how the wand became one of the established objects of magical power. This illustrated lecture from Simon Costin of the Museum of Witchcraft and Magic looks at the instruments\, objects and tools that have been used by witches and wizards over the centuries\, from the iconic to the lesser-known. \nIllustrating Harry Potter with Jim Kay and Olivia Lomenech Gill\nFri 17 Nov 2017\, 19:00 – 20:30 \nHow do you illustrate magical tales like the Harry Potter series?\nFind out from two artists who have done just that\, adopting very different approaches to achieve equally stunning results. Chaired by Olivia Ahmad from the House of Illustration. \nWomen\, Witches and Witch Trials\nTue 5 Dec 2017\, 19:00 – 20:30 \nThe history of witchcraft and gender roles within it.\nAnita Anand chairs a panel of expert historians including Margo Burns\, the x10 great-granddaughter of one of key protagonists of the Salem Witch Trials\, Malcolm Gaskill\, and Ulinka Rublack as they discuss the history of witchcraft and gender roles within it. \nThe Hogwarts Curriculum Lectures: Defence Against The Dark Arts with Christopher Frayling\nMon 22 Jan 2018\, 19:00 – 20:15 \nHow can we protect ourselves from vampires?\nHistory contains no Death Eaters\, but plenty of vampires. Cultural historian Christopher Frayling explores the history and myths surrounding these bloodsucking fiends over the centuries and gives a lesson on how the various methods of protecting ourselves. How has their appearance changed? What are their weaknesses? And how have they been appropriated by the Gothic imagination?
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/harry-potter-history-magic-live-screenings/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171031T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171031T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
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SUMMARY:Creepy Crypt Halloween Activity
DESCRIPTION:Darken the doors of Central Library for our spooky Halloween event. Dare to visit the creepy crypt and take part in a ghastly game\, hear chilling rhymes from the creature in the corner and then take part in the trick or treat trail with your carefully crafted goody bag.\n\nSuitable for families\n\nNo need to book just creep in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/creepy-crypt-halloween-activity/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171025T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T143416
CREATED:20171023T134610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171023T134651Z
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SUMMARY:Science@Central
DESCRIPTION:Central Library is a mysterious\, secret-filled place. Who knows what hidden knowledge lies between the pages of its many books? Read up on the spirit of scientific investigation and come find out for yourself\, discovering how science has affected the story-lined corridors of Manchester Central Library over the centuries. Get elbow deep in moonrocks and meteorites\, dig around in our archives\, meet a real-life conservator\, learn the fascinating history of science in the city and get hands-on with the collections (as well as some Lego robots) in the afternoon. \nAll activities apart from Lego are drop in. For booking information on Lego robots visit the link below.\n\nhttp://www.manchestersciencefestival.com/event/lego-robotics/\n\nScience all around in Central Library. Pop in and find out more
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/sciencecentral/
CATEGORIES:Family
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