Half Term at Central Library!

Half Term is upon us and, as one of the grown-ups who attended our family events once said, Central Library is the ‘Perfect place for school holidays. 10/10’!

Check out our half term activities calendar below and join the fun!

Mindfulness, Painting and Music Workshop

Thursday, 24 October

1-3pm

Performance Space

Get creative at our free craft activities inspired by Black History Month. Artist Tina Ramos Ekongo and musician Johanna Leung will help you do some mindful painting to music. This workshop is suitable for families and lasts two hours. All materials are provided – no booking required. Free entry!

Half Term Science Special

Three children sat behind a table. The one in the middle is looking through a microscope.

Friday, 25 October

2-4pm

Performance Space

Who said that science can’t be fun? Join our science-inspired activities for half term. You will make balloon rockets and find out how strong paper can be! Free, just drop in. Suitable for families. For more info, contact angela.rawcliffe@manchester.gov.uk.

Half Term Family Fun Special!

Woman doing crafts with a child. The child is wearing a crocodile costume.

Saturday, 26 October

2-4pm

Performance Space (Ground Floor)

Looking for a fun Saturday activity for the whole family? Look no further! Join our engaging Saturday half-term session. Expect music and ball games and learn how to weave using African fabrics with Nayna! Suitable for families. Free, just drop in!

Spooky Sunday

Spooky pumpkins over a black and orange background.

Sunday, 27 October

3-7pm

Ground Floor

We’re getting ready to welcome little spooks and ghouls to a very creepy Central Library for a fun-filled family Halloween spectacular. Are you brave enough to enter the world of fearsome face-painters, spooky silent discos, creepy crafts, torturous treats and sinister surprises?

£12.50 family ticket. Sorry, no unaccompanied adults allowed. Book your tickets at Spooky Sunday – Library Live

For more info, please contact angela.rawcliffe@manchester.gov.uk or alessia.benedetti@manchester.gov.uk. Please make a donation to support our Library Live cultural programme at one of our cash or contactless donation boxes or online.

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