Come and join us for stories, songs and rhymes for all families with a child under five years. Term time only.
Suitable for age 0-5
Free, drop-in, no need to book
Construct, design, build and share – Lego fun like you’ve never seen it before!
Suitable for families
Free, drop in, no need to book
Chill out with our monthly movie club for all the family!
Suitable for all ages
Free, drop in, no need to book
Calling all artists! HOME, Manchester’s centre for contemporary theatre, film, art and music, visits North City Library to present an afternoon of creative activities for everyone. Plus, find out more about The Manchester Open, an exciting art competition open to artists from across Greater Manchester.
All ages welcome
Free, drop-in, no need to book
Are you aged 19-30? Want to meet new people and gain confidence? Join award-winning online radio station, Reform Radio, for this taster course, which will introduce you to the kinds of skills and activities you can expect to experience on one of their upcoming courses. For more information and to book your place please contact: projects@reformradio.co.uk or 07851652996
Suitable for age 19–30
Free, booking required
A comic strip art exhibition illustrating the journey of Merha, who escapes hardship in Eritrea and crosses Africa and Europe to reach safety in the UK. Commissioned by Positive Negatives and part of Journeys Festival International Manchester: exploring refugee experiences through art.
Suitable for all ages
Free, drop in, no need to book
The Travelling Library is an inspiring collection of books installed in vintage suitcases, exploring the experiences of those who are forced to flee their homes and seek sanctuary in other countries. Flick through award winning novels, beautifully illustrated children’s books, short stories and poems.
Part of Journeys Festival International Manchester: exploring refugee experiences through art.
Suitable for all ages.
Free, drop-in, no need to book
Journeys Festival has teamed up with volunteers from Manchester City of Sanctuary for a storytelling session from the Travelling Library. Part of Journeys Festival International Manchester: exploring refugee experiences through art.
Suitable for age 0–5
Free, drop in, no need to book
Fun Palaces put culture at the heart of community and community at the heart of culture. North City Library Fun Palace is a gloriously creative day packed with all sorts of artsy, crafty and sciencey stuff! Plus, music, free snacks and refreshments. Try your hand at Arabic calligraphy with Abdula and Rethink/Rebuild, make your own den with the Royal Exchange Theatre, stamp yourself a badge and create a 3D Doodle sculpture. Led by local people sharing their passions, skills and creativity, this event is a highlight of the autumn calendar, so come and have a go!
All ages welcome
Free, drop-in, no need to book
An exciting opportunity for young aspiring female music creators to be part of Both Sides Now, a groundbreaking initiative for women in music led by charity Brighter Sound. During this three-day project, you’ll work alongside established female musicians from the North West to develop your music production skills and prepare a performance piece, which will be showcased at an evening event on Tuesday 29 Oct.
Free, click here to book a place.
For young women aged 13-18
Following the three-day music residency with Brighter Sound,
we present this exciting showcase performance featuring new music by local young female artists. There’ll also be an open mic for musicians, poets and performers – arrive early and sign up on the night to secure your slot.
Everyone welcome
Free, drop in, no need to book
Crafts and Creativity for the Autumn school holidays. There’s so much fun you can have with scarily easy things for kids to make and take home this half term.
Suitable for age 4 -11 and their families
Free, drop in, no need to book
Suitable for all the family
Free, drop in, no need to book
Shiver with delight as we chill out and relax with a great family film for Halloween.
Everyone welcome
Free, drop-in, no need to book
Six Animals One Mission: to rescue the under 7’s from bland music! A musical gig for families with young children to enjoy together – dancing and singing along to a mix of classic covers and original music.
Suitable for families
Free, drop in, no need to book
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