• Okechukwu Nzelu – HERE AGAIN NOW Book Launch

    Performance Space

    Join us at Manchester Central Library for the launch of Okechukwu Nzelu's new book HERE AGAIN NOW. About this event We're delighted to be working with Blackwells Books to host […]

    £3.60 – £16.31
  • Crime Festival

    Performance Space

    A CELEBRATION OF THE BEST CRIME WRITERS IN MANCHESTER Wednesday 16th March - Cath Staincliffe, Joseph Knox and Karen Woods. Thursday 17th March - Mandasue Heller, Alex Caan, Chris Simms […]

    £2.50 – £4.00
  • Murder Mystery Night

    Performance Space

    SOLD OUT Manchester Libraries Crime Festival After Dark Entertainment present: An Invitation to Murder Will you find a body in the library? When famous golden age detectives are invited to […]

    £5.50 – £7
  • WORD CENTRAL Open Mic Night

    Performance Space

    Open Mic Poetry and Spoken Word hosted by Tony Curry. Presented by Flapjack Press & Manchester Libraries. Next event: Tues 22nd March, 6.00pm (doors 5.30pm) with special guest Mantz Yorke. […]

  • 150 years of the Together Trust

    Wolfson Reading Room

    The exhibition tells the story of the Together Trust’s 150-year history in Manchester and the north west. It charts the development of this disability charity from its origins as a […]

  • A Northern Life – it’s not all about Margaret

    First Floor Display Cases

    Welcome to the wonderful world of local artist Lorraine Rudyard. Lorraine creates three-dimensional sculptures using recycled materials and vintage finds. Her work is colourful, humorous, warm and engaging, and reflects […]

  • Cracking Crafts

    Lower Ground Floor Link

    Pop in to Central Library for cracking creativity. Make some spring and Easter themed crafts to celebrate the start of spring. Suitable for families with children under 12. Free - […]

  • Word Central

    Performance Space

    Manchester Libraries and Flapjack Press present Word Central Open Mic Night Hosted by Tony Curry Featuring special guest Steph Lonsdale! Here's some more biog information from Steph - I was […]

  • MIRO Chamber Ensemble

    Henry Watson Music Library

    Join us for an intimate performance by a Manchester International Roots Orchestra chamber ensemble in the Hentry Watson Music Library on the First Floor of Central Library. The Manchester International […]

  • Crime Central: A New Crime Club at Central Library!

    Performance Space

    Crime Central is a new monthly event at Manchester Central Library, featuring the best and brightest crime writing talent both locally and from around the country. Showcasing blockbuster bestsellers, emerging […]

    £5