Join us for an evening exploring the fascinating Assheton family of Middleton. Meet a medieval Middleton Bowman and discover everyday life through close-up encounters with original historic documents from the […]
Blink Publishing and Manchester Libraries present an evening with Jo Hamilton at Central Library. 'My first big discrepancy came in the shape of a £2,000 shortfall that just made no […]
We're are thrilled to welcome Julia Armfield back to Manchester for the paperback publication of Private Rites, an uneasy, water-logged tale of family, queer love and faith at the end […]
‘At the height of the inferno, around 75 firefighters tackled the blaze.’ MEN, 7 Aug 2019 What happens to collective memory, history and place when a devastating fire blazes through […]
This Summer, OASIS, make their highly anticipated return to their hometown and Central Library are getting ready to Roll With It. As the Gallagher brothers prepare to rock Heaton Park, […]
The LGBTQIA+ Staff Network are back for another cosy night in at Central Library to watch queer films with our friends, and we’re inviting you! We all love a good […]
Manchester Central Library presents... The Big Oasis Quiz. This July, the big Central Library Quiz returns for a one-off “Oasis Week” special. Do you know... Your Alan McGee, from your […]
For those in the mood for a Talk Tonight, on 15th July, expect to find esteemed Northern music journalist and frontman of the Membranes / Goldblade JOHN ROBB in-conversation about […]
Part of "Oasis Week" at Central Library, join us for a sensational singalong with the NEW HORIZONS CHOIR. Led by Tom Guest, the choir will be offering their own innovative take […]
This is the best kind of thriller: as literate and thoughtful as it is fast-moving. Attica Locke has bags of style, and sings the blues on every page’ - Mick […]
Mystery Screening of an Oasis documentary – chosen by you! Part of "Oasis Week" at Central Library, come along to our Oasis Film Night where you choose the title. Many […]
"Oasis Week" at Central Library will conclude with ‘Live Forever’ – a day of special Oasis-themed live sessions on Saturday 19th July. The day will begin with a little Morning Glory […]
From dedicated performance spaces to stairwells, screens, nooks and domes, Central Library might directly inspire your next event or intervention. Contact us to arrange a tour.
