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  • Blooming in the West – Flowers from China

    Performance Space

    In this talk, Dr Fang ZONG will introduce some traditional garden plants of China and their journeys to the West. Their cultural symbolism, presence in art and medical applications will […]

  • Saturday Spectacular – Christmas Special

    Performance Space

    Our Saturday Spectacular turns Christmassy this December! With family favourite films shown on our big screen, some delicious snacks to dig into, Christmas crafting, plus a seasonal singalong too; this […]

  • United in Rebellion: The Story of the Anti-Nazi League

    Henry Watson Music Library

    Join us for this talk inspired by Geoff Brown's book, 'A People's History of the Anti-Nazi League, 1977-1981'. Discover how the Anti-Nazi League (ANL) emerged from the streets, schools and […]

  • Christmas Extravaganza!

    Performance Space

    Join us at Central Library for a special Sunday opening as we celebrate all things Christmas. Bring the whole family and get stuck in our craft sessions, listen to Christmas […]

  • Carol of the Bells-Film Screening

    Performance Space

    Join us for a special screening of Shchedryk, a feature film by director Olesia Morgunets-Isaenko (122 min), in Ukrainian with English subtitles. At its heart is the world-famous melody by […]

  • Christmas Singalong

    Henry Watson Music Library

    Ho Ho Ho!  Come and join the New Horizons Choir for some Christmassy songs, a mince pie and some festive cheer.  The choir will be singing in the Henry Watson […]

  • Full Volume Podcast: Christmas Edition

    Online

    Step into Christmas with Manchester Libraries for the final Full Volume podcast of 2025. Back for one last hurrah before the year is out, presenter Alan Lynch and co-host Gary […]

  • Recurring

    Ukrainian Storytime

    Children's Library

    Привіт! 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 […]

  • Funny Stuff – Exhibition

    Ground Floor

    A creative and humorous response to grief, memories and the stuff we accumulate, hoard and hate to let go, from Manchester comedy legend, Lipservice Theatre Company. Sue Ryding is one half […]

  • Manga Appreciation Club

    Lower Ground Floor

    Are you a manga fan? Never read a manga before but want to see what the whole fuss is about? Either way, this group is for you! Share your passion, […]

  • Book Launch: Forbidden Waters by Rob Parker

    Performance Space

    Join us to celebrate publication of the second in Rob Parker's Cam Killick series: Forbidden Waters! We are thrilled to celebrate the launch of Rob Parker's Forbidden Waters on the 15th of […]

  • Recurring

    Little Reads

    Children's Library

    Brought 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 […]