Category Young People

See Myself in Books Festival

Every child deserves to see themselves in the stories they read. This is the driver behind Read Manchester’s See Myself in Books campaign, which aims to introduce children to a…

Heartstone Story Circles and See Myself in Books 

Every child deserves to see themselves in the stories they read.   This is the foundation of Read Manchester’s See Myself in Books campaign which aims to introduce children to a range of diverse…

See Myself in Books festival is back! 

The See Myself in Books Festival returns to Manchester from 9 to 20 March, featuring 13 diverse authors and illustrators. Designed to promote inclusivity in children's literature, the festival allows children to engage with relatable characters and cultural stories, enhancing their reading experience. A special event will be hosted on 12 March.

15,000 packs: Bookstart blooms in Manchester

Bookstart is thriving in Manchester and here at Manchester Libraries we’re really proud to take the lead in delivering a variety of Booktrust programmes and supporting their campaigns.  Last year we delivered over 15,000 Bookstart Baby, Toddler, Preschooler, and Additional Needs packs and resources to families across the city.  However even more important is…

Manchester Libraries Launch Youth-Friendly Standards

This year we have been looking at our Youth Friendly Standards, consulting with young people from all over Manchester to obtain their views and feedback to help launch a new…

Non-Fiction November with Read Manchester

A child reading a non-fiction book in the children's section at Manchester Central library

When we think of reading for pleasure, we often first think of novels – but fiction is only part of the story. National Non-Fiction November is an annual celebration of…

Pride in the Archives

Lesbians and gay men out and proud - never going underground - logo mimicing London Underground iconic signage in blue and red on white background

Manchester Pride is over for this year, but we are still celebrating the landmark anniversaries of two landmark Manchester charities – 50 years of the LGBT Foundation and 40 years…

Libraries Update – August 2025

Storytelling session at Wythenshawe Park - families sat on the grass engaging with library staff

Summer Reading Challenge – Story Garden This year’s Summer Reading Challenge – Story Garden – was launched on 1 July and runs to 13 September. Manchester Libraries have been offering lots of…

Beswick Library Chess Tournament

Close up of chess board in play with players hands visible.

Chess Club was started at Beswick Library at the beginning of this year by staff member Jamie and has swiftly grown in size and popularity since then. In April, Jamie…

Martial Fit Fusion Fighting Fit with BIPCGM

Lindsey pictured with her case study cube in the BIPC

Lindsey is the founder of Martial Fit Fusion, a business that offers a unique blend of holistic fitness, mobility, and martial arts training. Her services include online group classes via…

Libraries Update – June 2025

Councillor John Hacking and Councillor Garry Bridges

Councillor John Hacking and Councillor Garry Bridges shared the stage at an event this month marking Manchester’s designations as a UNESCO City of Literature & a UNESCO City of Learning…