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Manchester City Council has launched a new initiative to help vulnerable residents to use digital technology during the coronavirus pandemic. Residents who have internet access at home, but who are…
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Newsbank
Did you know that with your library card you have access, to a world of varied, interesting and reliable information, from home or on any device! NewsBank is an online…
Manchester’s free digital library offer sees e-book lending boom
Loans of e-books and e-audiobooks in Manchester are booming, thanks to a free online service offered to the public by the city’s library service. Although libraries are temporarily closed due…
Manchester Libraries STEM club
STEM clubs are a powerful and enjoyable way to engage young people and their families with STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. We hope to ignite interest through hands…
Weekly events from Manchester Libraries
Our library staff have been busy at home, working on lots of activities and online events to keep you entertained. Discover our new weekly events and activities programme on Facebook…
Library newsletter #3
Welcome to our third fortnightly newsletter with news & links from the world of Manchester Libraries and beyond. Again we’re highlighting our many free digital resources including e-books and digital…
Homeschooling? Our Free 247 Reference Service can help!
Homeschooling? To all the adults out there currently channelling their inner teacher, whether you’re top of the class or feeling a bit educationally challenged, Manchester Libraries 24/7 online reference service…
There’s still all sorts to do in Manchester… From home!
While the city’s buzzing galleries, theatres, libraries and leisure centres are temporarily closed, behind the scenes, staff have been busy finding ways to help local people of all ages to…
Celebrate VE Day from Home.
A Message from The Royal British Legion On 8th May 2020 our nation is remembering VE day during another very difficult period for our country. We are remembering all those…
Children & Families Newsletter #5
Now that we’re back in ‘term time’ after the holidays, we’re still looking to bring you a blend of fun activities and learning opportunities to keep you and your family…
Investigate your Family History for free from home!
Whilst you’re at home, why not start to delve into your family history? Or if you’re already a keen genealogist, then you can now continue doing your research. If you’re…
Online Memory Boxes from Archives+
Whilst many children and young people are off school and many adults are at home, why not take this opportunity to discover those important stories in your family history,…
Manchester Libraries supporting residents with the Internet
The Covid situation and lockdown has left most of us more isolated than normal. People without access to the Internet or without the skills and confidence to use their Internet…
Children & Families Newsletter #4
Children’s & Families Newsletter Wow – is it week four of our newsletter already?! Don’t worry, we still have masses of brilliant ideas to support you and your family at…
Library Newsletter #2!
Welcome to our second fortnightly newsletter with news & links from the world of Manchester Libraries and beyond. Just because you can’t get to your local library at the minute,…
Desert Island Books
We want to know what Manchester’s favourite books are and celebrate the joy of reading for pleasure! As part of our World Book Night celebrations on Thursday 23rd April we are…
Free Digital Magazines
Get digital copies of your favourite magazines sent direct to your phone or tablet for free! Anyone who is a member of any library in Greater Manchester can sign up…
Prepare at home for your driving test with Theory Test Pro
Your driving lessons may have stopped during the lockdown, but here’s a great way you can still prepare for your theory test. Theory Test Pro is a realistic online simulation…
Borrow Ulverscroft Audio Books for Free.
The wonderful people at Ulverscroft have a special offer for our customers! Free access to 500 bestselling e-audiobooks to help everyone get through these challenging days. Here’s more information from…
New format! Library Newsletter
Welcome to our new fortnightly newsletter with news & links from the world of Manchester Libraries and beyond. Just because you can’t get to your local library at the minute,…