Library Lunchtime Choir
Fancy a sing on your lunch break? Or just a feel-good sing to boost your day? Then come along to our regular Library Lunchtime Choir session! There is no pressure […]
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Henry Watson Music Library
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Tapestry of Black Britons – Exhibition Launch
Archives+ Ground FloorJoin us to celebrate the arrival of Tapestry of Black Britons at Manchester Central Library
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Manchester Confucius Institute presents: The Chinese story of bamboo: Sustainability in Material and Culture
Performance SpaceJoin us for our next public talk with Manchester Confucius Institute to learn about the Chinese story of bamboo with Fang Zong. Bamboo, as a model of sustainability, is deeply […]
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Cult Manchester X Central Library Creative Pop Up
Henry Watson Music LibraryAuthor and journalist David Nolan launches his rising Manchester-focused media platform with a creative networking event and exclusive talk. In the three months since its launch the Cult Manchester website […]
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Gig: Faint Red Star – LIVE
Henry Watson Music LibraryOn Saturday 21st November, rising electronic duo Faint Red Star will perform an intimate matinee show at the Henry Watson Music Library. Faint Red Star are a duo born in […]
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Live Jazz: Woodshed Collective
Henry Watson Music LibraryManchester-based sax-led Woodshed Collective is unified by a shared passion for performing and composing swing, Latin jazz, fusion and bebop. The band takes inspiration from classic artists such as Charlie […]
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Indonesian Film Screening: Levitating (2026)
Performance SpaceThis screening is presented to you by Nuansa: Indonesian Film Pop-Up in collaboration with Manchester Central Library and Library Live. Delve into the world of spirit-fuelled trance parties in the […]
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Delia Derbyshire Day 2026
Henry Watson Music LibraryDelia Derbyshire Day returns to Manchester Central Library for 2026 Honouring the work of the electronic pioneer and BBC Radiophonic Workshop icon, expect a relaxed community gathering at the Henry […]
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Research Stories Told Live
Performance SpaceResearchers have captured their work in a single image. Now they're sharing the stories behind them. Join us for an evening of true stories told live by this year’s Images […]
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The Puppet Folk Experience celebrates The Muppet Christmas Carol!
Performance SpaceA LIVE TRIBUTE SHOW!! THE PUPPET FOLK EXPERIENCE celebrates THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL A Live Tribute Show The Puppet Folk Experience is proud to present a “most sensational” festive tribute […]
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‘The Story of the Christmas No.1’ – Music Q&A with Marc Burrows
Henry Watson Music LibraryMarc Burrows presents his new book - 'Mistletoe & Vinyl: The Story of the Christmas No.1' in conversation in our Music Library. Why does being No. 1 in the singles […]
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Yalda Celebration
Henry Watson Music LibraryJoin us for a special Yalda celebration with Golestan Kids! ✨ Yalda Night is a beautiful and important tradition for Persian-speaking families — a time to come together, celebrate and […]
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