Holiday Activities in December
Manchester Libraries are excited to announce the following free Holiday Activity Fund sessions this December. All these sessions are fun and interactive and were very popular when run in the…
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Gorton Library’s New Chapter
Gorton Library has moved into its new home, the lovely brand spanking new Gorton Hub. Although there is always sadness in leaving the comfort of our old surroundings and all…
Libraries winter newsletter
Urgent Christmas Book Appeal Launched! Manchester Central Library Development Trust has launched a new appeal, raising funds to support Read Manchester and Manchester Libraries book gifting campaign in the run…
Christmas Activities at Central Library
This December head down to Central Library for some festive fun for all the family. Starting the season is the return of our ever-popular retro silent disco with a Christmas…
Warm Spaces in Libraries across Manchester
Every library in Manchester is a ‘warm space’, that is an attractive welcome safe free space that residents of all ages can come in and stay warm all day in…
Giant Santa returns to Manchester
Manchester’s Giant Santa returned today and has taken his rightful place outside Central Library ready for another season of festive fun. The beloved Giant Santa was carefully constructed this morning…
Your New Gorton Hub!
After many years of joint working and careful planning, the amazing new Gorton Hub opens its doors to its first customers on Tuesday 15th November, with a phased opening of services until…
IT’S GAME ON AS TOYS OFFER A WARM WELCOME TO CHILDREN IN MANCHESTER LIBRARIES!
With the cold weather just around the corner, this winter Manchester Libraries are aiming to help our lovely library families as much as we can during this current cost of…
Arcadia Library’s New Book Club!
A new Over 50’s reading group has started at Arcadia Library in Levenshulme. Local customer Ria and other enthusiastic readers meet every month to discuss books and share ideas. Each…
Classic Christmas Film Marathon!
THURSDAY 22ND DECEMBER FROM 10AM MANCHESTER CENTRAL LIBRARY Have we got the ultimate selection box for you! We’ll be screening four of the best family Christmas films listed below. The…
Our Year, Our Card Winners Presentation
‘Our Year’ has been putting Manchester’s children and youth right at the forefront of action in 2022 and what better way to highlight their talents and achievements than with a…
New plaque commemorates Manchester’s theatrical past
A new plaque has been unveiled at Central Library to commemorate the much-revered Library Theatre Company and the Library Theatre. On Friday 30 September, the Lord Mayor of Manchester, Councillor…
Libraries Week 2022
Libraries Week takes place between 3 and 9 October, celebrating the nation’s much-loved libraries and the central role that libraries play in supporting life-long learning. This year’s theme is ‘Never…
Libraries Update from Councillor Hacking -September 2022
This bulletin provides news from libraries in and around the city with some highlights of what’s been going on throughout the month. So much has been happening to serve our…
Manchester Libraries October Newsletter
Manchester Libraries are proud to represent the diversity of the city in our activities and events programme. Each October is Black History Month and this year we are pleased to…
An Evening with Crime Writers Caroline England and Catherine Wimpeney
Here’s a real treat for crime fans! ‘Dark secrets behind Manchesters’ closed doors’. Join Caroline England and Catherine Wimpeney in conversation about the inspiration and creation of their psychological suspense…
Festival of Libraries – See Myself in Books
To celebrate the Festival of Libraries and our recently launched See Myself in Books collection, Manchester Libraries and Read Manchester held a special Sunday Funday on June 19th. We also…
Accessing the library from your mobile
You can access Manchester Libraries online from your mobile phone. There are 2 ways to do so – by the catalogue or by the Spydus Mobile App. From both you…
Free Holiday Activity Fund sessions in Manchester Libraries
Manchester Libraries are excited to announce the following free Holiday Activity Fund sessions. All these sessions are fun and interactive and were very popular when first run during the Easter…
Winners of the Our Year, Our Card competition
Manchester Libraries and Read Manchester are very happy to announce our winners of the Our Year, Our Card library card design competition. Our Year aims to put children at the…