Discover the Magic of Libraries at the Festival Of Libraries 4th – 8th June 2025
Libraries are the heart of our communities, offering a treasure trove of knowledge, equality, discovery, and culture. This year’s Festival of Libraries is a vibrant celebration of all that makes libraries so special. Dive into a world of wonder with captivating exhibitions, mesmerizing performances, innovative installations, interactive workshops, family-friendly fun, and global collaborations. Don’t miss out on the chance to see what incredible events are happening in our libraries this year.
Join us and celebrate the magic of libraries!
Look for a Book
We will be hiding copies of Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock's ‘Am I Made of Stardust?’ around the borough for you to find. Follow on Facebook for clues to find your copy of the book.
Friday 23 May to 30 May
https://www.manchestercityofliterature.com/event/look-for-a-book-2025/
Movies for the Mind
Dive into the world of audio drama where words come alive through sound. This workshop will cover the principles of telling imaginative stories through the medium of sound.
Thursday 5 June 2025
5:00pm to 7:00pm
Prestwich Library
All ages welcome.
Find out more and book your free tickets: https://www.manchestercityofliterature.com/event/movies-for-the-mind/
Victoria Wood in the Library
‘I will not have chutney on my periodicals’
Join us to enjoy Victoria Wood’s “The Library”. A viewing and discussion of the legendary comedian’s short play, first broadcast in 1989.
Thursday 5 June 2025
7:00pm to 8:30pm
Bury Library
All ages welcome
Contact the library to book - Phone 0161 253 5872 or email: bury.lib@bury.gov.uk
Find out more: https://www.manchestercityofliterature.com/event/victoria-wood-in-the-library/.
Out of This World! at Ramsbottom Library
Join Dan Worsley, children’s author and performance storyteller as he embarks on an extra special, extraterrestrial storytelling journey. Dan will weave fact and fiction to prove that with a bit of imagination, anything really is possible. A guaranteed out-of-this-world storytelling experience!
Saturday 7 June 2025
10:30am to 12:00pm
Ramsbottom Library
Ages 7+
Find out more and book your free tickets: https://www.manchestercityofliterature.com/event/out-of-this-world-at-bury-library/