Italian Storytime
Children's LibraryOur monthly sessions are interactive and fun, involving a blend of themed stories, rhymes, and a final craft activity. Learn new phrases whilst gesturing, chanting, and singing. We can’t wait […]
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French Storytime
Children's LibraryJoin us for French Storytime to listen to stories in French and English, learn new words and make new friends! Suitable for children aged 4–7. For more information, contact angela.rawcliffe@manchester.gov.uk […]
French Film Club: Making Of
Performance SpaceJoin us and Alliance Française de Manchester for this month’s film, Making Of. Simon, a seasoned director, begins shooting a film about workers' struggle to save their factory. But between […]
Little Reads
Children's LibraryBrought to you by Manchester Literature Festival, Little Reads is a fun, interactive workshop using drama, dance, songs, play and craft to explore children’s picture books. Most suitable for children […]
Little Reads
Children's LibraryBrought to you by Manchester Literature Festival, Little Reads is a fun, interactive workshop using drama, dance, songs, play and craft to explore children’s picture books. Most suitable for children […]
Film Club
Performance SpaceJoin us for themed crafts and showcased books linked to this month’s film. The club is free to join, and we may even have popcorn! Bring the family for a […]
NEW! Ukrainian Storytime
Lwr Ground floor - City LibraryПривіт! Join our monthly Ukrainian storytelling sessions! Learn new words, listen to stories in Ukrainian and English, and have fun! Suitable for children aged 4 to 7. Free - just […]
Hispanic Film Club: Todo sobre mi madre / All about my mother
Performance SpaceJoin us for our first monthly Hispanic Film Club at Central Library, in collaboration with Instituto Cervantes, celebrating Hispanic cinema with a diverse line-up of films that explore resilience, identity […]
Conversation Club
Ground Floor (Handling Tables)Would you like to improve your English conversation skills? Join our friendly group, improve your English, and meet new friends. Suitable for adults. For more information email angela.rawcliffe@manchester.gov.uk Free - […]
Black British Book Festival Manchester
The Black British Book Festival is set to return to Manchester Central Library next year following a successful event at Manchester Central Library in September 2023. The festival will bring […]
LOVE STORIES etc FESTIVAL 2025
Performance SpaceLove Stories Etc… launched in 2024 with a one-day festival held at Manchester Central Library, with panels, workshops and book signings, aimed at encouraging romance readers to discover new authors. […]
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