Libraries Update – August 2023
Summer Reading Challenge Children in Manchester have once again been invited to join in the free Summer Reading Challenge with Manchester Libraries which continues right up until September 16th. We launched this…
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Area Manager Sue Moores to Retire
It was with mixed emotions that colleagues of the very lovely Sue Moores said their ”goodbyes” and “all the best, we’ve loved working with you!”. After an amazing 44 years…
Libraries Update – July 2023
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LONGSIGHT LIBRARY IS BEING TRANSFORMED!
Longsight Library, one of Manchester’s busiest libraries outside of Central Library, is undergoing a major refurbishment at present. Already it’s looking somewhat stately with it’s dark slate grey carpeting and…
Looking to give something back? Why not sign up as a Literacy Champion?
Did you know we have 100 amazing Literacy Champions in Manchester? The volunteering programme led by Read Manchester started in March 2022 and has gone from strength to strength. As…
South Asian Heritage Month
South Asian Heritage Month happens annually and seeks to elevate the prominence of British South Asian history and heritage in the UK through education, arts, culture, celebration and commemoration. It…
Manchester Central Library hosts Black British Book Festival event
Manchester has been unveiled as one of cities taking centre stage in a summer tour to celebrate the Black British Book Festival this year. In its third year the Black…
Libraries Update – June 2023
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Families of the World
Something special takes place once a week at Manchester Art Gallery; the Lion’s Den, a children’s gallery co-designed with Sure Start workers, is host to a stay and play session…
A new survey shows that Manchester library users are more satisfied than ever with their libraries!
The Public Libraries User Survey was carried out in all 22 of Manchester’s public libraries in February 2023. Earlier this year, the PLUS (Public Libraries User Survey) was carried out…
Easter Opening Times
Manchester Libraries will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Bank Holiday Monday. Arcadia Library and Hulme High Street will remain open in self-service mode on the bank holidays. We’ll…
International Women’s Day
Hulme Library and their Age Friendly group came together to put on a lovely mindful rock painting activity at this years International Women’s Day. Customers and visitors sat and chatted…
International Mother Language Day at Longsight Library
International Mother Language Day at Longsight Library was a massive success! We had over 500 participants over the course of the afternoon! There was all manner of fantastic activities to have some…
Libraries Update – March 2023
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Digital Support in Manchester Libraries
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Libraries Update – February 2023
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We’re upping our game at Newton Heath Library!
One of our favourite branch libraries, Newton Heath Library is really at the top of its game. It’s a popular and well-loved local library in a verdant spot on the…
Fun Palace are 10!!
This year Fun palaces turn 10 and we’re very excited to feature in there celebratory film. Manchester Libraries have been creating Fun Palaces for a good few years now and…
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…
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…