David Riley, 63, began volunteering at Manchester’s Central Library in 2018. After experiencing a period of severe ill-health, he was encouraged to take an online computer course – a major…
Manchester Libraries are very happy to be featured as a case study for the national Centre for Aging Better. This case study illustrates how they have changed services and spaces…
It’s lucky seven for Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast and the latest edition is chock-full of Library-related features, news and interviews from across the city. This month’s episode welcomes…
Chorlton Library sits proud on Manchester Road in Chorlton, this fabulous branch library that was funded by Andrew Carnegie in 1914 is a true treasure to its community. Its original…
As Manchester Central Library closes its doors for essential maintenance for three weeks from 2 – 24 August, the teams from the Business & IP Centre (BIPC), Build a Business and the Generator St Peter’s Square team are…
BBC Radio Manchester Show Live – Central Library “I was delighted to join Mike Sweeney on his BBC Radio Manchester show live from Central Library on 23 July. The whole show…
The Manchester City Council Digital Inclusion team was lucky to visit the Cheetham and Crumpsall Horticultural Society (CCHS) on Friday the 4th of July where they met with Modasar, the…
Manchester’s Libraries and Archives are absolutely brilliant, and that’s largely because of the dedication, passion and commitment of our amazing staff. We have a number of exciting opportunities for experienced and forward-looking library staff to…
This August, Manchester & Lancashire Family History Society will offer its helpdesk at 8 libraries in Manchester. The Family History Helpdesk usually takes place at Central Library on Monday to…
With Summer in full swing Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast returns for its spectacular sixth edition. With more features than the complimentary newspapers in the BIPC, this month’s episode sees…
Springing into the new season, FULL VOLUME: The Manchester Libraries Podcast is back with a brand new episode for April. Packed with fantastic features, the lead interview this month finds…
The Black British Book Festival is set to return to Manchester Central Library next year following a successful event at Manchester Central Library in September 2023. The festival will bring…