Library Live

Women’s Words on Manchester
2018-02-14 08:00 - 2018-04-27 17:00 UTC | Wolfson Reading Room
Women’s Words is a joint project between Manchester Libraries, Pankhurst Centre, Soroptimist International Manchester and Wordplay Community Arts. It captures a moment in Manchester’s history. One hundred years on from the Suffragette movement, born here in our city, Women’s Words gives voice to untold stories from women in Manchester in 2018
Free – please drop in

Fat Roland at Word Central
2018-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Performance Space
WORD CENTRAL
A semaphore-exploding mind-flow open mic poetry & spoken word hosted by Tony Curry.
February’s special guest poet is Fat Roland!
Fat Roland has been likened to “Johnny Vegas devouring Sam Simmons… on a rollercoaster… driven by a depressed buffalo”. He is champion of Literary Death Match Manchester and co-runs Bad Language, voted the UK’s best spoken word night two years in a row. He recently won a Developed With The Lowry commission to write a new show, which probably won’t include rollercoasters or buffalo.
The open mic is now full. To get your name on the reserve list email mail@flapjackpress.co.uk
NB Open mic slots are 3 minutes maximum.

Made In Manchester: Funny Business - how to make it in the Comedy industry
2018-01-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Performance Space
Comedy is big business these days.
Hear from our experienced panel as they give a unique insight into the many facets of the world of Comedy; from Performing, Writing, Promoting and breaking into TV and Radio. Find how you can make a living in an often precarious career.
Henry Normal
Henry is a writer, poet, TV and film producer. As co-founder of the incredibly successful Baby Cow Productions, hIs many credits include Gavin and Stacey, Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa and Philomena. In June 2017 he was honoured with a special BAFTA for services to television.
Justin Moorhouse
Justin is a stand-up comedian, radio DJ and actor. He appeared in Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights, Looking for Eric and Guess The Attendance. He has written and appeared in his own BBC Radio 4 sitcom Everyone Quite Likes Justin and tours regularly.
Hazel O’Keefe, Dulcet Sounds
Hazel is the founder of Dulcet Sounds, Laughing Cows Comedy, Club Feminista, The Women in Comedy Festival and is the catalyst for many other projects. A full time self employed consultant, event manager, curator and promotor, who is value and principle driven. Her work was recognised by Manchester City Council who awarded her ‘Women of Arts and Culture‘, commended by Northern Power Women and awarded comedy business of the year by the Northern Soul awards.
Moderated by Martyn Walsh from the Inspiral Carpets and Creative Industries Guru in Residence at the Business & IP Centre Manchester
Made In Manchester is a new series of panel events discussing the business aspects of the creative industries in the city.

Stories of Sacrifice
2018-01-23 08:00 - 2018-03-31 17:00 | Lower Ground Floor Exhibition Space
From recruitment to burial, this exhibition developed by the British Muslim Heritage Centre and part funded by the Community Covenant, gives an insight into the selfless sacrifice of Muslim soldiers, who valiantly fought for the freedoms and privileges that we take for granted in Great Britain today.
Free – please drop in

The Danger Tree – An Augmented Reality Experience
2018-01-15 09:00 - 2018-03-31 20:00 | First Floor Exhibition Hall
Scarlett Raven and Marc Marot are acknowledged to be amongst the world’s first augmented reality fine artists. The Danger Tree exhibition, visually brought to life by award-winning film set designer Kave Quinn, evokes the devastation of WWI while the narratives behind each painting tell the stories of those lost and lamented, but never forgotten.
Raven is the first oil painter to work in the world of augmented reality: using a smartphone app, visitors to the exhibition can reveal the creative journey behind each artwork with animation, music and poetry, read by actors including Sean Bean and Vicky McClure, superimposed on the artworks.
This is a free exhibition, and iPads and headphones will be provided for visitors to participate in the full AR experience.
Free – please drop in

WORD CENTRAL: Open Mic and Spoken Word Night
2018-01-04 18:00 - 20:00
Manchester Libraries and Flapjack Press present:
WORD CENTRAL
a semaphore-exploding mind-flow. Open mic poetry & spoken word hosted by Tony Curry
Featuring special guest poet Potting Shed Pete.
The open mic line up is now complete.To get on the reserve list please email mail@flapjackpress.co.uk
NB Open mic slots are 3 minutes maximum
Further Word Central dates for your diary –
Wed 7th February
Thurs 1st March
Thurs 5th April
Wed 2nd May
Wed 6th June
Thurs 5th July
Thurs 2nd August
Thurs 6th September
Thurs 4th October
Thurs 1st November
Thurs 6th December

The Crimson Pioneers
2017-12-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Performance Space
Join us for the premiere of new sci-fi adventure The Crimson Pioneers made by the Manchester Indie Film Makers Group, based at Central Library.
Synopsis: The first generation of ‘Crimson Pioneers’ have started to make Mars their new home. When all seems to be going to plan the unexpected happens and throws everything into chaos.
Doors: 6pm

A Dinner Engagement - Manchester Opera Ensemble
2017-12-19 18:30 - 2017-12-20 20:00 | Performance Space
Manchester Opera Ensemble return to Central Library on 19th and 20th December to present a new production of British composer Lennox Berkeley’s farce, A Dinner Engagement. Set in a Greater Manchester family home during the run up to Christmas dinner this production promises beautiful sounds, sights, smells and of course, a pinch of disaster. The production is directed by ALRA trained actor Charlotte Broadbent and directed by Ewan Gilford, currently working on the music staff at Northern Ballet.
Tickets

Yellow £15 – A yellow ticket affords you one of the best seats in the house, with close up views of the performers and a front row seat to watch the mayhem unfold
Green £12 – Our green tickets affords you a seat with an excellent view of the action, but slightly further back from the action.
Pink £9 – Our pink tickets sometimes offer a restricted view, but with the theatre in the round, you certainly won’t miss out on the immersive experience that the theatre offers.

IMPORTANT:
Event starts at 6.30pm prompt. Doors close at 6.25pm

Christmas Extravaganza
2017-12-16 09:30 - 16:00
Get your festive season underway with our annual family extravaganza. Listen to a fantastic line-up of local choirs and bands and enjoy a mince pie with us. Create your own Christmas crafts. There will be performances and activities galore and Father Christmas will be here!
For full details visit archivesplus.org

Feeling Sound: Evelyn Glennie in Conversation with Colin Blakemore
2017-12-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Seminar Suite, Floor Two
A LIVE SCREENING FROM THE BRITISH LIBRARY
Think hearing is just sound waves hitting your ear drums? Think again.

Percussionist Evelyn Glennie’s unique connection to her music comes from having lost almost all of her hearing by the age of 12. She joins neuroscientist Colin Blakemore to discuss how we can all really listen.
This event was conceived by and first presented at Cheltenham Science Festival 2017. It will be subtitled by Stagetext.
Part of a Season of Sound, celebrating the Library’s sound archive. Audio installation supplied by Bowers & Wilkins.
Tickets are free but booking is advised.

Project M and Introduction X Launch
2017-12-14 18:00 - 19:45 | Performance Space
Come and celebrate the launch of Introduction X, The Poetry Business New Poets anthology.
Introduction X is a gathering of outstanding poets at an early stage in their writing careers. Apart from this ‘newness’, and talent, and what W S Graham would call ‘the rarer gift of application’, what these writers happen to have in common is that at some point The Poetry Business has been fortunate enough to encounter them – either through residential courses, The New Poets Prize, or workshops and mentoring schemes, such as The Writing Squad.
Readers will include Northern Writers Award Winner Jasmine Simms, Now Then’s Word LIfe Editor Elizabeth Gibson, Foyles Young Poet of the Year Fielding Ronshaugen, and Gregory Kearns who was Highly Commended in this year’s Poetry Business New Poet Awards.
Project M is a workshop of writers aged 17-21 run by The Writing Squad and Manchester Literature Festival. Over the last year they have been meeting monthly with Squad writers James Varney and Lenni Sanders. They will share some of their work as a curtain raiser to the Introduction X anthology.

Black Christmas
2017-12-11 18:20 - 20:00 | Performance Space
Join our friends Grimm up North, as they present the classic 1974 christmas slasher movie, Black Christmas!
It’s time for the Christmas break, and the sorority sisters make plans for the holiday, but the strange anonymous phone calls are beginning to put them on edge. When Clare disappears, they contact the police, who don’t express much concern. Meanwhile Jess is planning to get an abortion, but boyfriend Peter is very much against it. The police finally begin to get concerned when a 13-year-old girl is found dead in the park. They set up a wiretap to the sorority house, but is it too late?
Grimm Up North have partnered with 101 Films to bring you this very special screening, celebrating the recent Blu-ray re-mastered release (first time in the UK!) of this classic shocker starring Olivia Hussey, Keir Dullea, John Saxon and Margot Kidder.
Complimentary mince pies will be on offer throughout the evening and attendees will also be in with a chance of winning a brand new copy of the film on blu-ray, just by showing up for the screening. There will also be some bargain christmas stocking fillers, Grimmfest t-shirts, posters & horror DVDs available to buy at knock down prices.
Strictly 18+ years only
Doors: 5.50pm
Film starts: 6.20pm (prompt)

Sunday Funday: Enter the Magical Wizarding World of Harry Potter!
2017-12-10 12:00 - 16:00
Calling all Witches, Wizards and Muggles.
You are invited to enter a magical wizarding world at Central Library!
This Harry Potter inspired event includes:
The Battle of the Wizards All is not what it seems as a Deatheater, an agent of He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, has been seen stalking the library. Fearing that Voldemort has returned and is trying to steal a powerful magical artefact, Professor Dumbledore summons Harry Potter, the boy who lived, to his side. Together they must outwit, out-duel and outsmart the devious Lucius Malfoy before it’s too late. Featuring action, excitement and comedy, this show is sure to bring a little magic to any Harry Potter fan’s day.
The Sorting Hat Dare you be sorted by the Sorting Hat? Will you be a Hufflepuff, or do you think that Slytherin is the right house for your skills?
Hagrid’s Magical Games join Hogwarts’ groundskeeper as he teaches pupils of all ages some of the tricks he’s learned but, of course, he’s strictly forbidden from performing magic outside Hogwarts!
Magical Crafts and Activities including the chance to make your own house badge, broomstick, magic wand or golden snitch. Plus face painting, green screen animation and wizard selfies!
During the event you will also get the opportunity to meet various characters from the stories. Including –
Harry Potter
Albus Dumbledore
Professor Snape
Professor Trelawney
Rubeus Hagrid
Professor McGonagall
Professor Sprout
and Lucius Malfoy!
This is a free drop in event for fans of all ages. We aim to offer activities and crafts to as many people as possible, but please be aware that places and materials are limited.

ALWAYS REMEMBER THE SCHOOL MOTTO:
NEVER TICKLE A SLEEPING DRAGON!

Seeing Daylight – a film portrait of Dorothy Bohm
2017-12-09 14:00 - 15:30 | Performance Space
Join us for a special preview screening of ‘Seeing Daylight’, a film portrait of Dorothy Bohm, one of Britain’s finest street photographers. With contributions from friends and family, and reflections from Dorothy as – still active at 92 – she looks back at her most important images and revisits the places where it all started. Produced by Unity House, this 45 minute film is followed by a 30 minute Q&A with Monica Bohm-Duchen (Dorothy’s daughter) and producer/director Richard Shaw.
Raised in Königsberg (present-day Kaliningrad) in 1924, Dorothy came of age in the shadow of Nazism. Climbing on board the last train escaping invading forces, Dorothy’s beloved father gave her the only thing he had with him – his Leica camera – with the parting words: ‘You might be able to use this’. Dorothy would not see her family again for another two decades. In that time, she would study photography in Manchester, England and go on to capture a world recovering from war in a series of astounding exhibitions and books. Influenced by close friend André Kertész, Dorothy began to experiment with Polaroids in the 1980s, as the world of colour photography opened up new possibilities.

Word Central - Open Mic Night
2017-12-07 18:00 - 20:00
A CHRISTMAS WORD CENTRAL
a semaphore-exploding mind-flow
open mic poetry & spoken word hosted by Tony Curry.
6.00pm – 8.00pm [doors open 5.30pm]
Everyone Welcome.
To book an open mic slot please email mail@flapjackpress.co.uk
[NB Open mic slots are 4 minutes maximum]

World War I's Hidden Voices
2017-12-07 09:00 - 2018-02-24 20:00 | Lwr Ground floor – City Library
India, Africa, the West Indies and recruitment through culture explored in two parallel exhibitions:
From the Shadows of War and Empire
A documentary exhibition by Southern Voices
Few know about how European powers brought colonies into World War I, took resources from these countries and took the war to ‘fronts’ outside Europe. An exhibition which finally tells this major part of the story from the colonies’ point of view. We focus on India, the West Indies, German and British East Africa, and Nigeria – the British Colonies.

THE POPPY RETAKE (v3)
A video art installation by Kooj Chuhan
Modern war propaganda began with World War I which obscured its pointlessness and deep colonial connections, while pretending to be the ‘war to end all wars’. This artwork explores coercion into war, involving an African woman working for a war-themed park. She finds herself caught between colonial narratives, spirits from the dead and video war games.

World War I's Hidden Voices - Exhibition Launch
2017-12-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Performance Space
India, Africa, the West Indies and recruitment through culture explored in two parallel exhibitions telling the story of World War 1 via the British colonial experience. Southern Voices exhibition, From the Shadows of War and Empire, tells the story from the colonies’ point of view, whilst Kooj Chuhan’s video installation, The Poppy Retake, explores coercion in to war.
This special event to mark the launch of the exhibition includes speakers Ahmed El-Hassan (Southern Voices) and Colette Williams (Mbari), plus live performance from Jaydev Mistry (music), Rani Moorthy (dramatised readings) and Kooj Chuhan (VJ projection).
Find out more about the exhibition here

Abel Heywood, Manchester’s Radical Mayor
2017-12-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Archives+ Ground Floor
Meet author Joanna Williams, whose book Abel Heywood, the Man who Built the Town Hall, was published by the History Press on 1 September 2017.
Abel Heywood (1810-93), Mayor of Manchester, as chair of the New Town Hall Committee was the leading light behind the construction of the ‘municipal palace’ in Albert Square. Rising from severe poverty, he had a long and successful career as a newspaper distributor, publisher, printer, and wallpaper manufacturer. He was especially committed throughout his life to his work on the Manchester Council, becoming Mayor twice. He became only the third Freeman of the City, and was the first from a humble background.
He was involved in the major radical causes of his day, from the free press – for which he went to prison in 1832 – to universal suffrage as a Chartist. In his eagerness to promote the latter, he even sought a parliamentary seat for Manchester in 1859 and 1865, but his working class origins and his radicalism failed to win over the vital middle class vote. As a radical liberal he espoused causes in Europe, such as Hungarian, Italian and German nationalism, and campaigned about the Crimean War and the Eastern Crisis in the Balkans. At times of crisis, notably the Cotton Famine in the 1860s, he was prominent in fund-raising and otherwise managing the situation, and very cordial relations were established between Manchester and the USA at this period.
He worked tirelessly throughout his life to develop Manchester’s infrastructure, notably as chair of the Paving and Sewage Committee, and took a lead in the construction of railways and the tram system. But his driving force was his own early experiences of squalor in Angel Meadow, which gave him an acute awareness of the needs of the city’s poorest inhabitants; public health, education, co-operation and temperance were all areas in which he laboured to improve their lot. Nor did he neglect the city’s cultural life; he encouraged the council to take on the Royal Institution as its art gallery, and was a patron of the College of Art. He assiduously focused on the development of Manchester to create a great city in every sense.
Although there are no personal papers, except for his will, the local press reported his activities in such detail that it is possible to gain an idea of the kind of man he was and what were his aspirations. There are also archives, such as the records of Manchester Corporation, private papers of his colleagues, and Home Office papers which reveal some of the inner workings of local power. The latter indicate some of the murkier aspects of his dealings with the government, as it appears that he informed on his fellow Chartists to prevent a violent uprising in 1840, for example. Examination of his election campaigns in the general elections of 1859 and 1865 show similarly that he was not above some manipulation in tailoring his choice of topics to his audiences; he was a clever politician.
The new Town Hall project was Abel’s overriding preoccupation for at least ten years, and his worst public humiliation was the refusal of Queen Victoria to open it and bestow a knighthood on him. The reasons for the royal snub remain a matter of conjecture to this day. But the city honoured him, and it was he who presided at the opening ceremonies and was acclaimed by the Liberal establishment, being granted the freedom of the city in 1891.
This event is free – no need to book, just drop in

Library Lounge presents Paul Hanley in conversation
2017-12-04 18:15 - 19:30 | Performance Space
Paul Hanley was the drummer in Manchester legends The Fall from 1980-85 and now plays with Brix & The Extricated. He’s currently completing his English degree with the Open University and occasionally writes for Louder Than War.
This Library Lounge event will be an exploration of Paul’s love of music, books and libraries and the influence they have all played in his life.
Tickets to this event are free, but a donation will be encouraged on the night in support of the Central Library Development Trust, the charity which supports the work of Central Library.
About Library Lounge
Library Lounge is a new series of relaxed ‘in conversation’ events featuring interesting and engaging guests hosted at Manchester Central Library.
Participants receive no fee for taking part – and any funds raised, through either ticket sales or donations on the night, go directly to Manchester Central Library Development Trust (registered charity no. 1150161).
The Development Trust supports the work of Central Library across a wide range of areas. This includes allowing it to stay open for longer and more often for activities, including special Sunday Fundays for families.
It also helps to fund special events, exhibitions, festivals, education projects and community programmes.

Lip Service presents Thrills and Quills!
2017-12-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Performance Space
LipService theatre take a comic look at Jane Austen’s letters, examine the vagaries of the Georgian postal system and wonder what witty words Jane could have conjured up with a Twitter account.We examine the world of communication from quill pen to SnapChat.
With extracts from Jane Austen’s novels, letters to family members and wickedly funny observations on her neighbours, we look at the vivid account Jane conjures of everyday life.
“LipService, Britain’s favourite literary lunatics” The Guardian

Library Lounge presents Danny Brocklehurst in conversation
2017-11-28 18:15 - 19:30 | Performance Space
Library Lounge is delighted to announce an evening of conversation and questions with BAFTA winning screenwriter Danny Brocklehurst.
Danny’s TV credits include In The Dark, Ordinary Lies, The Accused, Exile, Talk To Me, Shameless, The Driver and Clocking Off.
He also co-wrote the recent SKY One international hit show The Five – based on the work of best-selling American crime writer Harlan Coben. Prior to becoming a professional screenwriter Danny, who is also an International Emmy winner, worked as a freelance journalist for a range of regional and national publications including The Guardian, The Big Issue, The Manchester Evening News and City Life.
Tickets to this event are free – but donations will be encouraged on the night in support of Manchester Central Library Development Trust, the charity which supports the work of Central Library.

About Library Lounge
Library Lounge is a new series of relaxed ‘in conversation’ events featuring interesting and engaging guests hosted at Manchester Central Library.
Participants receive no fee for taking part – and any funds raised, through either ticket sales or donations on the night, go directly to Manchester Central Library Development Trust (registered charity no. 1150161).
The Development Trust supports the work of Central Library across a wide range of areas. This includes allowing it to stay open for longer and more often for activities, including special Sunday Fundays for families.
It also helps to fund special events, exhibitions, festivals, education projects and community programmes.

The Longplayer Conversation: David Attenborough and Chris Watson
2017-11-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Performance Space
A LIVE SCREENING FROM THE BRITISH LIBRARY
An evening of extraordinary sounds and discussion
The 2017 Longplayer Conversation brings together long time collaborators, sound recordist Chris Watson and naturalist and broadcaster Sir David Attenborough. Join us for what promises to be a fascinating conversation informed by their shared interests and experiences as sound recordists in the natural world.
Chris Watson began his career in sound in the late 1970s as a musician and since the ‘90s has been one of the foremost sound recordists of wildlife and natural phenomena. A collaborator on natural history broadcasts with Sir David for over two decades, Chris continues to travel the world as a freelance recordist whilst also producing albums.
David Attenborough’s first work in natural history broadcasting drew him into the world of sound recording and pioneering work with the earliest portable tape recorders on location. David recorded the wildlife and local music for his documentaries, recordings which are now stored for posterity in the British Library Sound Archive. Today, Sir David is one of the world’s most recognised advocates for the protection of our environments now and for the future.
Longplayer was composed by Jem Finer, and originally commissioned by Artangel. Now in the care of the Longplayer Trust, it can be heard in the lighthouse at Trinity Buoy Wharf, London, as well as other listening posts around the world, globally via a live internet stream, through an iOS app and occasional live performances. The annual Longplayer Conversations are a way of celebrating the vision behind Longplayer’s long term aspirations, by inviting friends to bring their personal experiences and expertise to bear on the theme of long time.
Part of a Season of Sound, celebrating the Library’s sound archive. Audio installation supplied by Bowers & Wilkins.
This is a free event but booking is advised.

Illuminate: a journey of seven stories
2017-11-24 08:00 - 2017-11-25 17:00
Please note: Illuminate is now sold out, however, you can join the waiting list for a chance to still get tickets. Plus, why not join us for the free countdown events taking place across the Library’s spaces between 20-24 Nov.
New dance, music and light art combine in this visually stunning and extraordinary site-specific piece created by Company Chameleon at the iconic Manchester Central Library.
Seven stories have underpinned literature since the beginning of time and this is their contemporary reimagining. From the inner monster to the superhero, from the tragedy of division to the pure joy of true love, Illuminate explores the stories that help us to understand ourselves, and our place in the world in which we live.
Seven scenes in seven spaces will take you to the past, present and future in a captivating mix of live performance around Central Library. As light art twists interiors and shifts perceptions, and an original and live soundtrack plays out, a rich blend of dance and movement will take you on a journey like no other.
Featuring international artists, rising talents and homegrown performers, Illuminate will be brought to life by an ensemble of 60 dancers, musicians and collaborators, for what promises to be a transformative and immersive cultural experience at Central Library.
Don’t miss the free countdown events taking place at the Library from Monday 20th to Thursday 23rd November in the lead up to Illuminate – find out more.

Countdown to Illuminate
2017-11-20 12:00 - 2017-11-23 14:00
In the countdown to Illuminate, our new site specific piece created for Manchester Central Library by Company Chameleon, we’re excited to present a series of free countdown events ahead of the main event.
Mon 20 Nov, 12-2pm | Pop-up: listen
A lunchtime performance of live music and a chance to hear the new and original soundtrack by award-winning composer, Miguel Marin, which features in the Illuminate production.
Tues 21 Nov, 1pm | Pop-up: see
Chameleon make the street their stage and perform a pop-up dance piece on the plaza outside Central Library’s main entrance.
Wed 22 Nov, 4-5pm | Preview
Central Library open up the sides of the performance space to create a stage for professional dancers from all over the world as they share their own creative responses to Company Chameleon’s powerful and original movement style in an informal presentation.
Thurs 23 Nov, 10am-5pm | Open rehearsals
Go behind the scenes and see the rehearsal and pre-production process unfold as Company Chameleon and their ensemble of 60 dancers, musicians and collaborators take over Central Library, ahead of the first performance of Illuminate on Friday night.
Find out more about the main Illuminate performance.

Saturday Spectacular
2017-11-18 12:00 - 16:00
To celebrate Explore Your Archive Week, join us to celebrate 120 years of the Disabled Living charity. Join us as we find out how the charity has changed over the years by using their archive images in a range of fun activities for all the family.
Free – just drop in

Gordon Brown: A Life in Politics
2017-11-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Performance Space
This event is sold out
The former Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, will talk about a remarkable 40 years on the political frontline. Join us for this landmark event to celebrate the release of his forthcoming memoir, My Life, Our Times, which reflects candidly on an extraordinary career; from New Labour’s 1997 landslide electoral victory, to the 2008 global financial crisis and the historic 2014 Scottish and 2016 European referendums.
Gordon will be signing copies of My Life, Our Times after the event.
This is a free event, but tickets must be booked from the link below. Only ticket holders will be allowed access to the talk.

Jennifer Egan
2017-11-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Performance Space
Acclaimed American author Jennifer Egan makes a rare UK visit to talk about her forthcoming novel, Manhattan Beach – her first foray into historical fiction. Set during the Depression and then the war, it tells the story of Anna Kerrigan, a navy diver making her own way at a transformative time for women; in a Brooklyn populated by sailors and gangsters, tragic starlets and mysterious tycoons. Kirkus Reviews called it ‘haunting…Realistically detailed, poetically charged, and utterly satisfying: apparently there’s nothing Egan can’t do.’
Jennifer’s previous novels include A Visit From the Goon Squad (winner of the Pulitzer Prize, The National Book Critics Circle Award and the LA Times Book Prize), the Invisible Circus and The Keep. Her short stories have been published in The New Yorker, Harper’s, Granta and McSweeney’s, and her journalism regularly appears in The New York Times Magazine. Hosted by Katie Popperwell.
This event is part of Manchester Literature Festival 2017
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Hidden Histories, Hidden Historians
2017-11-11 08:00 - 2018-01-31 17:00 | Archives+ Ground Floor
Manchester Histories presents Hidden Histories, Hidden Historians, a Heritage Lottery Fund supported exhibition. Five groups from across Greater Manchester have explored their own hidden histories to create a multi-media exhibition that includes archive photography, historical research, video and oral histories.
Free – just drop in

Homeless Film Festival Screening - Mr Stink
2017-11-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Performance Space
Join us for a screening of the film Mr Stink. The film is presented by the Homeless Film Festival which is a registered charity and the world’s biggest festival dedicated to using film screenings, special events and film making workshops as a way of highlighting and tackling homeless issues.
Free – to book email homelessfilmfestival@gmail.com

Made In Manchester: The Ups & Downs of Freelancing
2017-11-07 18:00 - 20:00
These days many careers in the ever-growing Creative Industries are freelance. Hear from our experienced panel as they discuss how to survive as a freelancer, make the most of opportunities, and stand out in the new “gig economy”. Featuring Tom Clarke from The Sharp Project, Alison Surtees from the Manchester Music Digital Archive and Pip Rustage, photographer. Hosted by Martyn Walsh from the Inspiral Carpets and Creative Industries Guru in Residence at the Business & IP Centre, Manchester Central Library

Made In Manchester is a new series of panel events discussing the business aspects of the creative industries in the city
