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Library news February 2024 |
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 Celebrate International Mother Language Day with us on Wednesday 21 February. Visit Manchester City of Literature to check out more than twenty events!
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Generator: Now Open
The Generator, our new enterprise hub at St. Peter’s Square, is now open. It's a space perfect for freelancers, start-ups, and remote workers with events, workshops, and expert advice. Learn more at the Generator website or get in touch to arrange a free trial.
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Design a Library Card
Calling young artists! Celebrate Manchester Central Library's 90th birthday by designing a new children's library card. Open to children aged 5-16. Read more on the library blog.
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Sunday Funday: Year of the Dragon
Join us for a spectacular Chinese New Year celebration of the Year of the Dragon. We will have amazing crafts, performances, workshops amongst other exciting activities. Suitable for families. Sunday 11 February, Manchester Central Library. Read more at Library Live.
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Pity: Book Launch
Come to the Manchester launch of Andrew McMillan's debut novel Pity, Central Library, Thursday 15 February. Dive into a story of community, masculinity, and post-industrial Northern England. £5 or free with book purchase. Meet the author and get your copy signed. Read more at Library Live.
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Fangirl down: Book Launch
Join the celebration for Tessa Bailey's new romcom, Fangirl Down. The bestselling author is in conversation with Lucy Vine on Tuesday 27 February at Central Library. Tickets include a copy of the book. A must-attend for romcom fans! More details at Library Live.
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Long Live Our England
In 1972, BBC North West aired Long Live Our England, about the lives of West Indian families who came to Moss Side and Old Trafford. After fifty years, the stories are back in a special screening event with award-winning filmmaker Karen Gabay on Wednesday 21 February at SODA (School of Digital Arts). Tickets from fatsoma.com.
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Threads Exhibition
Delve into the rich tapestry of Manchester's history with the Threads Exhibition, running from 12th February to 23rd March at Manchester Central Library. Join us in unravelling the interwoven stories of textiles and cultural identities. For more information, visit Manchester City of Literature.
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Build a Business: Marketing Essentials
Learn from Rachel Craig and Karen Macwee from Ruche Marketing who'll be delivering Build a Business's all new marketing workshops on the core essentials to get you started as an entrepreneur. Book your place on the BIPC Eventbrite page.
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Start-Up Huddle
Join the next Start-up Huddle on Friday 23 February at 12.30pm in the BIPC at Central Library. Come and join the Manchester entrepreneurs and start ups uniting to strengthen the small business scene. Start-Up Huddle is free: register at the BIPC Eventbrite page.
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The 100 Story Hotel
Explore an interactive world filled with lions, dinosaurs, penguins, and a friendly polar bear at Z-Arts 100 Story Hotel. Perfect for ages 1-8. Book your spot now at Z-arts.org.
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Family Trees: Getting it Right
Hilary Hartigan will help you navigate the pitfalls of family tree research. Discover how to avoid common errors in the era of DNA testing and online tree sharing, Manchester Central Library, Saturday 17 February. Sign up at Eventbrite.
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IT Digital Skills Drop-in for Over 65s
Enhance your digital skills at our free training sessions for over 65s. Led by AbilityNet, these friendly sessions offer tailored guidance on using your devices. Starting 29 February, then every Thursday from 2 PM – 3:30 PM at Manchester Central Library. Bring your device and learn in a supportive environment.
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