International Mother Language Day
Performance SpaceJoin us to celebrate the diverse language and culture of our city and local communities through traditional performances and crafts. Everyone welcome. Free - just drop in - please consider […]
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Geologise Theatre: Chrissie and the Skiddle Witch
Performance SpaceJoin us and Geologise Theatre for their unique blend of storytelling, songs, and science, in this uplifting show about a family trying to adapt to a changing world. Thirteen-year-old Chrissie […]
Free
Tony Lloyd Exhibition
Lower Ground Floor Exhibition SpaceAn insightful exhibition in memory of Sir Tony Lloyd (1950-2024) - a popular politician who represented three different constituencies in the Greater Manchester area for a total of 36 years […]
Creative Archive Workshop Series: Rivers, Industrial Heritage, Regeneration
‘So from the river we acquire an idea of human community. That is one of its most salutary features, so deeply imbued that we scarcely notice it.’ (Ackroyd, 2007: 11) […]
Word Central with Mike Garry!
Performance SpaceWord Central Open Mic Poetry and Spoken Word. Hosted by Tony Curry with special guest Mike Garry. Book your open mic slot from noon on Tuesday 11th February via mail@flapjackpress.co.uk. […]
Crime Central
Performance SpaceCrime Central is the monthly crime and thriller fiction event at Manchester Central Library. NEXT EVENT: Wednesday 26th February An hour chat with special guests Susy Aspley, Nick Quantrill and […]
aAh! Magazine X Lights Up Exhibition
Wolfson Reading RoomIn 2024, Manchester was crowned the first ever European Capital of Cycling, recognising the city’s commitment to making cycling safer and more accessible for all. As part of International Women’s […]
IMLD 25: The Rising Sun documentary film screening
Performance Space“We had dreams, goals, prospects, and we were working towards them…Everything was perfect! And now…” No family, no home, no language… The Rising Sun is a documentary about a happy […]
Celebrating the Manchester Corinthians
Performance SpaceThe pioneering Manchester Corinthians women’s football team was established during 1948-49. They toured the globe promoting the sport, Manchester and female endeavour at a time when women’s football was banned […]
Free
Women’s Community Festival 2025
Performance SpaceInternational Women’s Day (IWD) is returning to Manchester as a celebration of women’s empowerment, equality and contributions to the city at Manchester Central Library on Saturday 8 March. Led and […]
IMLD 25: How to Make a Tank Disappear – Screening
Performance SpaceAt the beginning of the war in Ukraine, in one Ukrainian village, a story took place that spread around the world. Even the Polish president tweeted about it. Local Roma […]
Emma Barnett
Performance Space'I am writing this because I think another woman will need to read it.' Broadcaster, author and journalist, Emma Barnett joins us to discuss her honest, relatable and funny new […]
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