Do you love Lego? So do we! Drop in, pick your favourite bricks and build anything that takes your fancy. From castles to spaceships, the possibilities are endless! No need to book in advance. First come first served. Suitable for ages 4 and above. Free – just drop in. Please make a donation to support […]
Do you want to learn how to crochet and make new friends? Why not come along to our new monthly group? Free - drop in - please consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library.
Crime Central is the monthly crime and thriller fiction event at Manchester Central Library. Another bumper author panel in August! We bring you Natalie Chandler, TM Payne, May Rinaldi and Claire Wilson!! Bringing the best from all over! Featuring the best and brightest crime writing talent both locally and from around the country - the […]
Join us for Britannica Education’s “Can You Dig It?” Summer Reading event. This fossil-tastic drop-in event will provide a fun, dinosaur-themed activity kit to every attendee and the opportunity for children to explore Britannica Library to discover cool facts! Free entry, just drop in. Please consider making a donation if you can here or at one of […]
LAST FEW TICKETS!! Manchester Libraries are so excited to welcome the wonderful Puppet Folk Experience to Central Library this August. It's going to be the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational show!! The Puppet Folk Experience is a joyful live show combining acoustic music and beautifully crafted puppetry. Musician Andy and puppeteer Liam bring songs, characters, and […]
Unleash 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 in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. Suitable for children up to 12 years old. Free entry, just drop in. Please make a donation to support […]
Join publishing house Little Hibba for a special event inviting Muslim dads to come along and enjoy reading with their little ones! Bring the whole family to Manchester Central Library's children library to celebrate more Muslim books in the library. Expect reading sessions for children, colouring activities, and much more! Free - book your place […]
Join us for a relaxed colouring session in the children’s library. Let yourself be transported by the music and use the materials provided to create your next masterpiece. Perfect for those who want to discover the Summer Reading Challenge at their own pace. Free entry - just drop in. Please consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or […]
Join us for a fun and interactive storytime session in Farsi and English! Expect singing and crafts as we learn new words and make new friends. Suitable for children aged 4-7. Free – just drop in. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation […]
PLEASE NOTE - THIS EVENT HAS NOW SOLD OUT! Join us for an unmissable evening with one of Japan's most celebrated young novelists. The Booker-shortlisted author of Heaven and Breasts and Eggs, Mieko Kawakami makes a rare visit to the UK to launch Sisters in Yellow, a gripping, stylish noir set in Tokyo’s shadowy underbelly. Hana is fifteen, hopeful and […]
Join Sarah for lots of fun, music-making, action songs, playing instruments & more! Come along for a fun and interactive musical adventure, with each session specially tailored to different ages. Session 1 – Babies & Younger EYFS 10:00–10:45am Suitable for babies and young children up to age 5 This session is particularly tailored towards babies […]
Join artist Caroline for a fun, free Summer Reading Challenge activity! Get ready to sing, play, and create! Warm up your vocal cords and bring your puppet to life in this exciting craft session! Suitable for ages 4-11. Free entry, just drop in. Please consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our […]
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.
