Autumn at Wythenshawe Forum Library

Wythenshawe History Group

Mondays: From 2 Sept, 18:30 – 20:00

Looking back at local history on our doorstep and beyond.

Suitable for adults
Free, drop in, no need to book

  • Explore and Learn

Sewing Bee

Mondays: From 2 Sep, 13:00 – 15:00

Inspired by The Great British Sewing Bee on the BBC? Then join this informal session encouraging people to share sewing skills. Sewing machines provided, just bring your fabric.

Suitable for adults
Free, drop in, no need to book

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Explore and Learn

Chess Group

Mondays: From 2 Sep, 13:00 – 16:00

Love chess? Come along and play this brilliant game in our friendly space.

Suitable for adults
Free, drop in, no need to book

  • Explore and Learn
  • Social

The Manchester Open

Tuesday 3 Sep, 14:00 – 17:00

Calling all artists! HOME presents an afternoon of creative activities for everyone plus an opportunity to find out more about this exciting art competition open to artists from across Greater Manchester.

All ages welcome
Free, drop-in, no need to book

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Exhibition
  • Family Friendly

Tiny Tots & Toddler Time

Tuesdays: From 3 Sep, 11:00 – 11:30

Come and join us for stories, songs and rhymes for all families with a child under five years. Term time only.

Suitable for pre-school children and their grown ups
Free, drop in, no need to book

  • Family Friendly
  • Storytelling

Paint Pots Art Group

Tuesdays: From 3 SEP, 12:00 – 16:00

Interested in art? Then come along to this self-taught group, get creative and develop your artistic skills.

Everyone welcome
Phone 0161 227 3770 for booking

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Family Friendly

Afternoon Tea

Saturdays: 7 Sep, 5 Oct & 2 Nov, 14:30 – 15:30

Join our social gathering to bring people in Wythenshawe together. Friendly and relaxed, enjoy a cuppa and a cake and a nice chat.

Suitable for adults
Free, drop in, no need to book

  • Social

Lego Club

Saturdays: 14 & 28 Sep, 12 & 26 Oct, 9 & 23 Nov, 14:00 – 16:00

Get creative and build exciting lego models in a friendly social atmosphere.

Suitable for families
Free, drop in, no need to book

  • Explore and Learn
  • Family Friendly

Journeys Festival: Sanctuary Story Time

Tuesdays: 1 & 8 Oct, 11:00 – 11:30

Journeys Festival International Manchester 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

  • Social
  • Storytelling

Black History Month Celebration

Wednesday 1 – Thursday 31 Oct

A month of celebrations including displays, film shows and activities. Find out more at the reception desk at the library.

Everyone welcome
Free, drop in, no need to book

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Exhibition
  • Film

Fun Palaces

Saturday 5 Oct, 14:00 – 16:30

Fun Palaces put culture at the heart of community and community at the heart of culture. Join us for a packed day of arts, crafts, science and much more, all led by local people sharing their passion, skills and enthusiasm.

All ages welcome
Free, drop-in, no need to book

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Family Friendly
  • Music
  • Storytelling

Creative digital course with Reform Radio

Tuesday 15 – Friday 18 Oct & Monday 21 – Friday 25 Oct, 10:00 – 16:00

Age 19-30? Want to meet new people and gain confidence? Join Reform Radio for this two-week creative digital course, where you’ll work
with others to create your own live radio show. Includes visits to industry- standard radio studios in Manchester. More info & booking contact projects@reformradio.co.uk / 07851652996. In partnership with Manchester Adult Education Service.

For people, age 19-30, not in employment or full time education/training.
Free, booking required

  • Explore and Learn

Journeys Festival: Zine Making Workshop

Saturday 5 Oct, 14:00 – 16:00

Explore drawing, graphics, text and collage to make your own ‘Zine’ (mini magazine) about a personal journey you or your family has been on.

Suitable for families
Free, drop-in, no need to book

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Family Friendly

Big Imaginations Festival: Gav Cross

Tuesday 29 Oct, 11:00 – 11:30 | 11:30 – 12:00 | 13:00 – 13:30 | 13:30 – 14:00

Capturing imaginations, holding little minds captive, delivering stories and terrible tales with a twist, Gav Cross brings a sense of magic and wonderment to his performances.

Suitable for families
Free, drop in, no need to book

bigimaginations.co.uk

  • Family Friendly
  • Performance
  • Storytelling

Half Term Science Fun Thursday

31 Oct, 14:00 – 15:00

Fun science-based activities for curious minds.

Suitable for families
Free, drop in, no need to book

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Explore and Learn
  • Family Friendly

Culture Feast: Festival In My Library

Thursday 14 Nov, 16:00 – 19:00

A festival-style taste of the world curated and hosted by young people from Wythenshawe. Expect music, food and art activities, celebrating cultures from around the globe, and bringing the local community together.

Everyone welcome
Free, drop in, no need to book

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Family Friendly
  • Music
  • Performance

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