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Library e-bulletin October 2021 |
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Children and Families October Newsletter
October is always a busy month in the library world! We are busy with activities, events and Storytimes- there is something for everyone! With school half-term holidays approaching fast, take a look at what we have to keep you occupied and make sure you join us for our Spooky Sunday: Horrible Family Halloween Party! October is also Black History Month so remember to check out our full programme of events.
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Black History Workshop- 1981- The Year Moss Side Exploded
Manchester has always been a city of proud protest and in 1981 Moss Side exploded in racial unrest. Join our own Manchester Community educators and creatives Linford Sweeney and Shirley May for an exciting archive workshop as we explore the history of those momentous events and create our own response 30 years on.
This is a FREE event, suitable for young people aged 13-18yrs. Refreshments will be provided.
Join us on Saturday 16 October 1.30 - 4.30pm at Avenue Library and Learning Centre. Call 0161 219 2393 to book and Saturday 23 October 1.30 - 4.30pm at Forum Library, ring 0161 227 3770 to book.
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Superheroes: Inspiring Stories of Secret Strength
What do you want to be when you grow up? Curated by Stormzy and the #Merky Books team, Superheroes is a new children’s book celebrating modern day heroes from across the worlds of sport, music, food, the arts and more. Join us to celebrate the launch with an interactive workshop run by performance poet Sophia Thakur and illustrator Denzell Dankwah. This will be a lively afternoon of drawing, poetry and writing to encourage and empower children to harness their power and become their own superhero.
This 2 hour workshop (2pm-4pm) suitable for children ages 9-12 years, will take place on Saturday 16 October at Manchester Central Library. Booking is essential and tickets are just £5- book your place here.
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Spanish Storytime
Hola ! Come and join María at the Spanish Story Time sessions where you can listen to a story in Spanish and learn phrases and vocabulary, whilst having lots of fun!
Hasta pronto! The next session of this popular Storytime is on Saturday 16 October at 2.30pm in Manchester Central Library. There will be a story and craft activity suitable for children aged 4-7. Places are limited, so booking is essential!
To book your place, please email angela.rawcliffe@manchester.gov.uk
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ScienceX: A free family fun day
ScienceX is a festival like no other: bursting with fun, exciting activities for children, and open to all. Discover what the world of science and engineering is really about as we focus this year on climate change and the environment around us. You can learn about all about climate, sustainability and the environment. There are plenty of opportunities for families to get hands-on with a whole host of experiments – make DNA bracelets, build your own electronic car motors, learn about how we design robots to keep humans safe or become a climate-friendly chef for the day.
All of this (and more!) is taking place at Manchester Central Library on Saturday 23 and Monday 25 October, 10am until 4pm.
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ALEIAH’S ADVENTURE - Part of Manchester Libraries Black History Month programme
Aleiah’s Adventure is a children’s play written by Ros Norford and is about the journey of a young black girl with a hearing impairment who is introduced to the stories of 3 inspirational black historic Mancunians.
Suitable for families with children ages 7-11+ years.
Booking essential as places are free but limited
Monday 25 October 2pm Forum Library call 0161 227 3770 to book
Tuesday 26 October 2pm Central Library call 0161 234 1983 to book
Saturday 30 October 2pm Longsight Library call 0161 227 3706 to book
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Storytime Workshops: Part of Black History Month at HOME 2021
If you’re looking to get the young ones out of the house and engaged in something creative this coming half term, join our free drop-in workshops for all the family.
Designed to spark the imagination, through movement and sound, inspired by Storytime Sessions: The Discarded Oil Drum. Using the relaxed and rhythmic sounds of steelpans, these interactive artist-led sessions will transport you to the sunny Caribbean in a fun, musical and movement session.
Monday 25 October, 3 to 5pm at Moss Side Powerhouse
Tuesday 26 October, 11am to 1pm at Central Library
Wednesday 27 October, 2pm to 4pm at Longsight Library
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1001 Inventions: Journeys from Alchemy to Chemistry
1001 Inventions invites families to enjoy a fun Halloween weekend! Join 8th century pioneer Jabir ibn Hayyan on a fascinating learning journey and unravel some mysteries from the science of CHEMISTRY. A short animated film, on-stage experiments and hands-on activities will bring the magic of wizards and potions to help cast a spell on children so that they fall in love with science!
These FREE events take place on Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st October 2021 at Manchester Central Library.
Suitable for children aged 7-12 with an accompanying adult.
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Young People's Virtual Reading Group
Thursday 28th October 7-8pm
If you are aged 13+ and would like to get into reading, or already love reading and want to discuss your favourite books with others, join our friendly online reading group for young people. We meet once a month and our next virtual meet up is on Thursday 28th October at 7pm.
Email Siobhan to book your free place!
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Spooky Sunday: Horrible Family Halloween Party!
Fiendish family fun for a fiver. Central Library opens its doors to little spooks and ghouls for a fun-filled family spectacular. Fearsome face painters, spooky silent disco, creepy crafts and maybe a few treats and scary surprises. Fancy dress is absolutely encouraged – so dust down your capes, polish your broomsticks and enjoy a spooktacular evening filled with ghoulish delights!
This takes place on Sunday 31 October, 4.30 to 8.30pm.
Book now for £5 per family (maximum in a family on 1 ticket is 3 children and 2 adults). No unaccompanied adults allowed.
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Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration
Central Library, Saturday 6 November, 1-4pm
Come and join us in a unique and special ancient Mexican celebration Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead). In Mexican culture it is believed that during this time of the year your lost loved ones come back to visit. Family and friends gather together to honour their relatives and friends by cooking their favourite dishes, dancing, playing music, and telling their favourite stories. Families visit their loved ones graves and create elaborate beautiful decorated altars in their homes to welcome them. This is all a part of celebrating the cycle of life.
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Wythenshawe Park Story Trail
A fantastic new and interactive Walk and Talk Trail is coming soon to Wythenshawe Park. Helping us to bring this to life are local illustrator Ian Morris and author Gabby Dawnay who wrote and illustrated The Library Book.
Based on characters from the book, families will walk the trail and find the literacy clues. At the end of the trail, families will find a Little Free Library where they can pick up a free book to take home.
The trail will launch on the first Monday of half term (25 October) – see our blog for the story behind the trail
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Spotlight on Services
Whether you're a life-long library member or newly signed up, make sure you're using all the free library services available to you. Did you know there's an...
Online catalogue and an app so you can search for and reserve or renew books from anywhere.
Our Online reference library gives you access to free language courses, digital newspapers and magazines, music streaming and business resources.
Free ebooks and audiobooks mean you can download the latest bestsellers to read or listen on any device, there are no overdue charges, they return themselves and they're free to download.
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Thanks to donations ands grants many of our events and exhibitions in Manchester Libraries are free. You can make a donation in any library or visit Manchester Central Library Development Trust to make a donation or join the Library Lovers scheme.
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