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SUMMARY:Paint and plant!
DESCRIPTION:Are you a reader and gardener in the making? \nWant to find out how you can get prizes for reading books? \nThen this session is for you! \nDecorate your very own terracotta pot\, plant some seeds and find out more about the Summer Reading Challenge during this interactive session. \nAll materials provided. \nPaint and plant! Friday 1 August 1-2pm @ Central Library Performance Space. \nFree entry\, just drop in!
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/paint-and-plant/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Art,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250801T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250801T160000
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UID:11329-1754056800-1754064000@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Leo HC Single Launch
DESCRIPTION:Leo HC is a 20 year old solo musician\, creating alternative folk tracks to soothe the soul. Equipped\, usually\, with an acoustic guitar\, his voice and lots of reverb\, his music creates an introspective and melancholic atmosphere for all to listen and enjoy. His debut album was released on 8 November 2024. Leo is currently based in Sheffield for studies and is also a member of the Sheffield-based band Junk\, but was born and raised in Greater Manchester. \nHe launches his new single\, Climbing\, with this event. \nFree – just drop in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/leo-hc-single-launch/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250801T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250801T160000
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SUMMARY:Film Friday
DESCRIPTION:Does Friday afternoon and cinema sound like a good combo to you? \nThen join us at Manchester Central Library for a free film screening with themed crafts! \nWe may even have popcorn! \nSuitable for children up to 12 years old. \nNo need to book\, drop in from 2pm. \nFilm screenings start at 2pm.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/film-friday/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250906T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T075405
CREATED:20250714T132241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T102726Z
UID:11338-1756195200-1757178000@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Responses: The Manchester College Students Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Students from The Manchester College have been developing a body of creative\, exciting work inspired initially by a book from Manchester Central Library. Each exhibited board is an insight into personal research and subject matter\, produced in traditional messy art school rooms where students become inspired and have tested the possibilities of ideas\, research and practical production. This exhibition is in Manchester Central Library’s iconic Wolfson Reading Room on the first floor. \nTo see more exciting innovative work and research please follow the Instagram link: #foundationartanddesigntmc \nFree – drop in \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/responses-the-manchester-college-students-exhibition/
LOCATION:Wolfson Reading Room
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251231T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T095914Z
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SUMMARY:ACTING UP!
DESCRIPTION:ACTING UP! tells the story of 40 years of HIV activism in the region through archives\, testimonies and films. The exhibition honours the memories of lives lost and continues the fight for a world free of HIV stigma and discrimination. \nVisit the exhibition in the ground floor of Central Library from 2 April till 31 December 2025\, with a special display in the first floor Reading Room until 31 May 2025. \nActing Up! is organised by George House Trust\, a charity which provides support\, advice\, information and advocacy services to people living with HIV in Greater Manchester and the wider North West. \nThe exhibition is part of ‘40 years of HIV Activism in Greater Manchester’\, a project marking 40 years of George House Trust and the broader regional response to HIV. \nFree – please drop in. \nPlease consider making a donation to support our Library Live programme here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/acting-up/
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251231T170000
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SUMMARY:Piccadilly Radio Archive: Nobody Did It Better!
DESCRIPTION:Explore the history of independent radio in Manchester from the birth of Piccadilly Radio in 1974 through to Key 103’s 1990s heyday. This free exhibition tells the story of the DJs\, programme makers and listeners through audio\, photography and ephemera. Listen to clips from your favourite DJs\, find out what it was like to work at the station and learn about how the station’s archive is being cared for and digitised by the Archives+ team. Over 750 Piccadilly Radio shows are now available to listen on Central Library’s Sound + Vision pods. \n The project was made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund\, with thanks to National Lottery players. It was supported by Manchester Libraries Trust. \nFree – just drop in.  \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/piccadilly-radio-archive-nobody-did-it-better/
LOCATION:Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T075405
CREATED:20250617T132213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T095821Z
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SUMMARY:Punk: The Art of Rebellion
DESCRIPTION:A new exhibition explores how punk exploded from the streets of 1970s Britain – raw\, loud\, and unapologetic. Born of crisis\, it raged against capitalism\, racism\, and conformity. Through music\, fashion\, protest\, and art\, punk gave voice to the voiceless\, challenged gender roles\, and still shapes culture today. \nFree – just drop in.  \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/punk-the-art-of-rebellion/
LOCATION:First Floor Display Cases
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251231T170000
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SUMMARY: LGBT Foundation’s 50 Years of Queer Hope & Joy Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:2025 marks 50 years of queer hope and joy for LGBT Foundation—and the heart of the celebrations begins in the centre of Manchester. \nSupported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and proudly sponsored by Barefoot Wine\, the 50 Years of Queer Hope & Joy Exhibition at Manchester Central Library invites the public into a powerful\, moving\, and often joyful journey through the stories that shaped five decades of LGBTQ+ life in Greater Manchester and beyond. \nFrom never-before-seen archive materials and oral histories to community artefacts and campaign posters\, the exhibition showcases the resilience\, resistance\, and creativity of LGBTQ+ people across generations. Whether you’re rediscovering the past or encountering it for the first time\, this in-person exhibition places the lived experiences of queer people at the heart of the narrative. \nThe 50 Years of Queer Hope and Joy Exhibition is open to the public on the Lower Ground Floor at the entrance to City Library\, and in the Wolfson Reading Room on the First Floor till 31 December 2025. \nFree – just drop in.  \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/lgbt-foundations-50-years-of-queer-hope-joy-exhibition/
LOCATION:Wolfson Reading Room and Lower Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T143000
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CREATED:20250723T124939Z
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SUMMARY:Laws of Your Game
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Central Library for this exciting session brought to you by National Football Museum! Every great game needs rules\, but who says we can’t rewrite them? In this workshop\, you’re the rule-maker of football. What do your laws of the game look like? Maybe every goal gets a dance-off\, everyone wears capes\, or kindness on the pitch earns extra goals. In this workshop we’ll start positive conversations around inclusion and diversity. Who is currently left out of football? What rules could we write to include more people? \nSuitable for families. \nFree entry – drop in \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/laws-of-your-game/
LOCATION:Lower Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T153000
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SUMMARY:Art Time
DESCRIPTION:Let your imagination run wild in this art session where anything can happen! \nAll materials provided\, including canvas\, children’s paint\, and more: just bring yourself! \nSuitable for ages 7+. \nFree entry\, no need to book!\n \nTuesday 26 August. 2.30-3.30pm. Lower Ground Floor.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/art-time/
LOCATION:Lower Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T104118Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with A.F. Steadman
DESCRIPTION:Join us for what promises to be a brilliant Q&A event with internationally bestselling author A.F. Steadman to celebrate the release of Skandar and the Spirit War\, the fifth and final book in the blockbuster Skandar series! Join us to hear all about the Skandar series and there will also be a Q&A so you can put your burning questions to the author herself! \nThe blockbuster hit series about bloodthirsty unicorns\, epic sky battles and elemental magic was crowned Waterstones Children’s Book of the Year in 2022. The series has been translated into 47+ languages and a film produced by Sony Pictures is in the works.  \nCome and celebrate the publication of Skandar and the Spirit War\, the highly anticipated fifth and final book in the Skandar series at this exclusive and unforgettable family event. \nA.F. Steadman will be signing and dedicating copies of the Skandar series after the event\, but due to time limitations A.F. Steadman will sign and dedicate one copy of Skandar and the Spirit War plus one other book per child. The book and ticket option includes a pre-signed copy of the hardback exclusive edition of Skandar and the Spirit War (RRP. £14.99) which will be available for collection at the event. \nPlease note that ticket holders 16 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult (who must also purchase a ticket) in order to gain entry to the venue and to remain in the venue for the duration of the performance. The venue reserves the right to refuse entry to unaccompanied ticket holders who are 16 years of age and under. \nThe event may be filmed and photographed\, as an attendee you consent to footage of you being used for promotional purposes.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/an-evening-with-bestselling-author-a-f-steadman/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Author Event,Book Launch
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250827T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T143000
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SUMMARY:Half and Half Scarves
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Central Library for a collaborative and fun session led by the National Football Museum! Half & half scarves tell a story of rivalries\, friendships\, big matches\, and personal connections. Now\, it’s your turn to create one that represents you! Pick your colours and patterns\, choosing a simple design that reflect two sides of your identity\, maybe it’s your hometown and your new city\, your club and your country\, your football passion and beyond. Then\, weave them together into a mini half & half scarf\, just like the ones you see at the match. \nSuitable for families. \nFree entry – just drop in \nPlease make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/half-and-half-scarves/
LOCATION:Lower Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250828T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T075405
CREATED:20250815T143149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T143149Z
UID:11503-1756389600-1756396800@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Plant Your Story Garden!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all budding gardeners (pun unintended) and readers! \nGet potting at this fun interactive session for the whole family. \nWe’ll provide seeds\, soil and pots\, just bring yourself! \nWe’ll also help you sign up to the Summer Reading Challenge\, so you can win some wonderful prizes. \nWhat’s not to like? \nFree\, no need to book. \nThursday 28 August. 2-4pm. Lower Ground Floor. \n 
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/plant-your-story-garden/
LOCATION:Lower Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Culture,Family,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250829T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T075405
CREATED:20250815T143450Z
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SUMMARY:Story Garden: A Garden Collage
DESCRIPTION:To welcome bees and butterflies\, we’ll start by planting beautiful\, colourful flowers. But that’s not all—we’re going to get crafty too! \nUsing decorative paper and layers of soft tissue paper\, we’ll create a giant blooming flower collage. \nEach petal we add will remind us how important flowers are for pollination and how we can help protect our natural world. \nSo grab your glue sticks and let your imagination bloom—our garden is about to get a whole lot more magical! \nFree entry\, no need to book. \nFriday 29 August. 1-2.30pm. Performance Space.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/story-garden-a-garden-collage/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Art,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250829T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T075405
CREATED:20250815T143823Z
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SUMMARY:Film Friday
DESCRIPTION:Does Friday afternoon and cinema sound like a good combo to you? \nThen join us at Manchester Central Library for a free film screening with themed crafts! \nWe may even have popcorn! \nSuitable for children up to 12 years old. No need to book\, free to drop in from 2.30pm. Film screening starts at 2.30pm. \nFriday 29 August. 2.30-4pm. Performance Space.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/film-friday-2/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Family,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250831T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250831T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T075405
CREATED:20250723T125705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T114837Z
UID:11387-1756641600-1756656000@librarylive.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wonderland Sunday Funday at Central Library!
DESCRIPTION:Not quite ready for the end of the holidays? Join us at Central Library for a special end-of-summer extravaganza brought to you by Z-Arts and Manchester Libraries! \n*FULL PROGRAMME* \nYoga and movement sessions for children \nPerformance Space (Ground Floor) \nStart times: 12pm\, 1pm \nStorytimes \nPerformance Space (Ground Floor) \nStart times: 12.30pm\, 1.30pm \nBessie’s Bees (Storytime) \nChildren’s Library (Lower Ground Floor) \nStart time: 12pm \nWonderland family gig: Yemi Bolatiwa and her band \nPerformance Space (Ground Floor) \n3-4pm \nFace painting\, crafts and carrot trail: THROUGHOUT THE AFTERNOON! \nWhy not dress up for the occasion? Costumes encouraged – whether you’re a mischievous Cheshire Cat or a dapper White Rabbit! \nBring your sense of wonder\, a big smile\, and your whole crew for a family-friendly adventure that’s sure to be madly memorable! \nFREE ENTRY! JUST DROP IN
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/central-library-sunday-funday/
CATEGORIES:Family
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