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SUMMARY:Crime Central
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Crime Fiction fans… \n\n\n\n\nNot long now until the next Crime Central!!\nThis month\, Rob Parker is welcoming Remi Kone\, Alis Hawkins and MRG Davies to Central Library!\n\n\n\n\n\nBringing the best from all over!\nFeaturing the best and brightest crime writing talent both locally and from around the country – the big names are all coming to Manchester! \nGo behind the scenes!\nShowcasing blockbuster bestsellers\, emerging talent and industry insiders\, Crime Central will share the real story of what goes on in the crime world. \nMeet your favourite authors!\nWith giveaways\, audience interaction\, book signings\, the chance to ask questions and more – while bringing a crime fiction buzz back to this great northern city.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/crime-central-27/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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SUMMARY:Photo Exhibition: What Makes a Great Coach?
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the charity Women in Sport\, this photo exhibition celebrates everything women bring to coaching. \nStill in 2026\, women are still undervalued and underrepresented in sports coaching. Women in Sport’s research has found that 30% of female coaches report being bullied (twice as many as men) and are 18% less likely to say their opinions are heard and respected. Despite good intentions\, many approaches still focus on ‘fixing the women’\, encouraging resilience\, confidence or aspiration rather than improving the conditions that make it harder for women to enter and stay in coaching. The issue is not women’s capability; it is the system they work within. Women already have the knowledge\, skills and experience needed to be great coaches\, and these photographs celebrate exactly that\, highlighting the qualities women bring to coaching everyday. \nTo support Women in Sport’s work championing women and girls you can donate here. \nFree – please drop-in
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/photo-exhibition-what-makes-a-great-coach/
LOCATION:First Floor
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Generations of Love: A Queer Up North Panel Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Manchester Histories and Queer Up North for a thought-provoking panel discussion exploring how queer culture can build community\, connect generations and sustain radical creative practice. Reflecting on the legacy of Queer Up North\, the conversation will consider what the festival built\, what it inherited\, and what we can learn from it today. The panel will also explore how we can maintain spaces for transgressive\, experimental work and radical queer practice in an increasingly commercial world. \nChaired by John E. McGrath\, the discussion features Gavin Barlow\, Dr Phoebe Patey-Ferguson and Claud Cunningham\, bringing together artists\, producers and cultural leaders to reflect on the past\, present and future of queer culture. \nBook your free tickets here or click ‘Book Now’ below.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/generations-of-love-a-queer-up-north-panel-event/
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SUMMARY:Storytime & Singalong: European Day of Languages 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the European Day of Languages with Instituto Cervantes at Manchester Central Library! Come along as we sing and bring stories to life in English\, Spanish\, Polish and Italian. \nWhether you are looking to introduce your child to new sounds\, practice a second language\, or simply enjoy the magic of live storytelling\, this interactive session offers a fun\, welcoming space for listeners of all ages. \nTo mark the occasion\, our storytellers bring the beloved children’s book The Gruffalo to life in four languages\, celebrating the rich linguistic diversity of Europe! \nThe Gruffalo is a renowned children’s tale written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. It follows the story of a quick-witted mouse taking a stroll through the forest\, who fends off potential predators—a fox\, an owl\, and a snake—by inventing a terrifying imaginary creature called the Gruffalo\, only to be shocked to encounter the actual monster later on. \nThe storytelling will be followed by a multilingual singalong and a craft workshop led by Magaly Flores. In collaboration with Società Dante Alighieri\, Manchester City of Literature and Manchester Libraries. \nRecommended age: 3-7. Free multilingual activity in Spanish\, English\, Italian and Polish. \nFree – book your free place on Eventbrite here or click ‘Book Now’ below. \nPlease consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/storytime-singalong-european-day-of-languages-2026/
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Saturday Afternoon Fever!
DESCRIPTION:We’re celebrating ‘Older Peoples Day’ with a special Saturday afternoon singalong with the brilliant Dee Dee Allen! \nWe’re inviting local community groups for over 55’s to get your dancing shoes on for an afternoon full of classic tracks from the 70’s to the 90’s! \nPlaces are free but limited so please phone Central Library on 0161 234 1932 to book a table for your group. Hot drinks and cake will also be served during the afternoon. Our Central Library cafe will also be open offering a range of sandwiches and hot meals to purchase.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/saturday-afternoon-fever/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Farsi Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and interactive storytime session in Farsi and English! \nExpect singing and crafts as we learn new words and make new friends. Suitable for children under 5. \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/farsi-storytime-2/
LOCATION:Children’s Library
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Community Screening: The People’s Emergency Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing – an eye-opening 50-minute film bringing together nine leading UK scientists and experts with the latest evidence and why it matters for things like: Extreme weather\, food security\, health and the cost of living. \nThe film is based on the National Emergency Briefing in Westminster (featured by ITV\, Channel 4 and The Times) with appearances from Chris Packham\, Deborah Meaden\, and a range of voices from across the UK. \nAfter the film there will be an open discussion about what it means for our community and what we can do locally. \nSeats are free but limited so please book in advance. If after booking you are unable to attend\, we’d be very grateful if you could let us know so that we can re-allocate your ticket to someone else. Bring a friend\, neighbour or family member: everyone is welcome! \nLearn more at www.nebriefing.org \nFree – book tickets on Eventbrite here or click on ‘Book Now’ below \nPlease consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/community-screening-the-peoples-emergency-briefing/
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SUMMARY:Talk English Circles
DESCRIPTION:Come along to Talk English Circles at Manchester Central Library to practise speaking English and meet other people. \nLearn English\, build skills and step into ESOL with this programme funded by Economic Activity Trailblazer and Manchester Adult Education. \nOpen to all levels. \nFree – book your free place here or click ‘Book Now’ below \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/talk-english-circles-2026-02-03/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Lower Ground Floor
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Poetry Encounters: Claudia Masin
DESCRIPTION:A bilingual poetry reading and conversation exploring poetic craft\, creative vision\, and the nuances of poetry translation. \n\n\n\nThe Instituto Cervantes in Manchester invites you to the second session of its “Poetry Encounters” programme\, this time featuring a discussion between Argentinian poet Claudia Masin and author and academic Charlotte Shevchenko Knight. \nPoetry Encounters was created with the aim of promoting the translation of poetry from Spanish into English through a collaborative project involving translation students from the University of Liverpool. \nThe event will include readings of Claudia’s poems as she has written them in Spanish\, as well as their English translations\, followed by an exploration not only into the creative substance of the poem (motifs\, imagery\, structure…)\, but also the process of translating it from one language to another. The discussion will also discuss Claudia’s literary trajectory as a poet and the context in which her writing places itself. The dialogue between both Claudia and Charlotte will be open to audience questions\, offering a unique opportunity to engage directly with their perspectives on poetry\, translation\, and contemporary literature. \nThe event will be held in English and is free to attend until full capacity is reached. \nTaking place at the Henry Watson Music Library on Tuesday 29 September.  \nTickets available to book below\, or via the Eventbrite link here \n**** \nEspanol:  \nEl Instituto Cervantes de Mánchester te invita a la segunda sesión de su programa «Encuentros poéticos»\, que en esta ocasión consistirá en un diálogo entre la poetisa argentina Claudia Masin y la autora y académica Charlotte Shevchenko Knight. \n«Encuentros poéticos» surge con el objetivo de fomentar la traducción de poesía del español al inglés\, a través de un proyecto colaborativo en el que participan estudiantes de traducción de la Universidad de Liverpool. \nEl evento incluirá una lectura de los poemas de Claudia en su versión original en español\, así como de sus traducciones al inglés. A continuación\, se profundizará no solo en la sustancia creativa de la obra (motivos\, imágenes\, estructura…)\, sino también en el proceso de traducirla de un idioma a otro. Asimismo\, se abordará la trayectoria literaria de Claudia como poetisa y el contexto en el que se enmarca su obra. El diálogo entre Claudia y Charlotte estará abierto a las preguntas del público\, ofreciendo una oportunidad única para conocer distintas perspectivas sobre la poesía\, la traducción y la literatura contemporánea. \nEl evento se desarrollará en inglés\, y el acceso será libre hasta completar el aforo.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/poetry-encounters-claudia-masin/
LOCATION:Henry Watson Music Library
CATEGORIES:Poetry
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SUMMARY:Causing Trouble: A Queer Up North Panel Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Manchester Histories and Queer Up North for a panel discussion exploring what today’s queer cultural spaces can learn from Queer Up North\, cultural activism and the radical past. Looking back at the festival in the context of the AIDS crisis\, Section 28 and wider movements for LGBTQ+ rights\, the conversation asks what should be carried forward\, what should be challenged\, and what a Queer Up North for 2026 might look like. The panel will explore the role of archives\, activism and artistic experimentation in shaping queer culture today. \nChaired by Cheryl Martin\, the discussion features Alyson Campbell\, Topher Campbell and Robert Pacitti\, bringing together artists and cultural leaders to reflect on the future of queer cultural practice. \nBook your free tickets here or click ‘Book Now’ below.
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/causing-trouble-a-queer-up-north-panel-event/
CATEGORIES:Talks
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SUMMARY:Talk: Schinkel in Manchester 1826-2026
DESCRIPTION:An evening with staff of the Manchester School of Architecture celebrating the 1826 visit to  Manchester of the Prussian architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel which will include discussion of the making of architectural models of buildings in Manchester and Berlin\, an exploration of the influence of his visit and an opportunity to play Schinkel Bingo. \nFree – please drop in \nPlease consider making a donation if you can here or at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes in Central Library
URL:https://librarylive.co.uk/event/talk-schinkel-in-manchester-1826-2026/
LOCATION:Performance Space
CATEGORIES:Talks
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