Behind the Scenes Tour of Central Library
Entrance HallWhich musician was once thrown out of the Language and Literature Library? What would you find now in the space where Patrick Stewart and Helen Mirren – amongst many others […]
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Crime Central
Performance SpaceRob Parker, Manchester Libraries and Instituto Cervantes invite you to very special CRIME CENTRAL!! With SL McManus, Teresa Solana and Nick Triplow! Bringing the best from all over! Featuring the […]
Sam Johnson Memorial Lecture 2024 with Jane Rosen
Lwr Ground Floor - Manchester Histories HubSam Johnson Memorial Lecture 2024 with Jane Rosen: The Co-operators, the Peacemakers, and the Enigmas: Women in the SCR Manchester Histories and Manchester Metropolitan University are delighted to host the […]
A History of Pies and Puddings
Performance SpaceExplore the history of some our most beloved British foods with local food historian Neil Buttery: pies and puddings, from their rather posh origins to the present day, where they […]
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Christmas Silent Disco!
Performance SpaceThe ever popular Retro Silent Disco returns for a Christmas Special at Central Library! Join DJ John for a night of 70's, 80's and 90's hits, with a sprinkling of […]
Instruments in Chinese Music: the guzheng
Performance SpaceWe're delighted to invite you to the final talk in our "Chinese instruments in focus" series. The series features three talks hosted by Po Hang Yuen, each focusing on a […]
Dominic Berry: How Can I Be Now?
Performance SpaceFlapjack Press presents How Can I Be Now?, Selected Poems by Dominic Berry. “Maybe I’m strange, but I want to ask whether I’m the only one who wishes more people cried […]
Christmas Extravaganza!
Performance SpaceJoin us for this free fun-packed day of Christmas entertainment, featuring music, crafts, refreshments and special guests. Suitable for families. Free - drop in. Please make a donation to support […]
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
It wouldn’t be Christmas without a wreath making session! Join us for a relaxing hands-on workshop and learn how to create a beautiful wreath to take home with you. Suitable […]
Classic Christmas Film Marathon!
Performance SpaceHave we got the ultimate selection box for you! Escape from the shops and join us for a magical day of festive films. Suitable for families. Free - drop in […]
The Hardest Music Quiz in the World!
Chief Librarian's OfficeThe Vinyl Listening Group present The Hardest Music Quiz in the World! Prizes to be won. And maybe even mince pies! All welcome. Free - just drop in.
New Horizons Choir Sing Christmas Favourites
Henry Watson Music LibraryThe New Horizons choir sing a selection Christmas favourites. The Manchester City Council employees choir rehearse every Wednesday evening in the Henry Watson Music Library, mainly for the joy of […]
From dedicated performance spaces to stairwells, screens, nooks and domes, Central Library might directly inspire your next event or intervention. Contact us to arrange a tour.
