GMLibraries

Greater Manchester Libraries. Working together for residents and communities of Greater Manchester. #GMLibraries

[Manchester Libraries @MancLibraries]

Time to get planning your diary now...

@MCRCityofLit #FestivalofLibraries returns this June!! https://t.co/raisq75HN1

[📚 Rochdale Libraries @RochdaleLibrary]

🌞 Perfect weather for a book hunt! 📖 👀
Today’s hidden treasures:
📍 3 in Springfield Park (Castleton)
📍 2 in Hopwood Park (Heywood)
We’ll let you know when they’re ready to be found… 👀
Happy hunting & good luck! 🎉
#festivaloflibraries

[Stockport Libraries @SMBC_Libraries]

Edgeley - it's time for a Little Steps Activity Session in your library!

Join us Saturday, 28 March, at 11am for a fun-filled hour for 2-5 year olds.

There's music, bubbles, parachutes, and more!

Find out more and book a free ticket here https://t.co/9BseAmE9Ew

[📚 Rochdale Libraries @RochdaleLibrary]

Celebrate Rochdale’s amazing Year of Culture at the Rochdale Creates Youth Arts Festival, 27–29 March 2026!
M6 Theatre comes to Rochdale Library with The Street Where I Live — a gentle, magical show for ages 3+. Meet Cyril the cat, Granny Bradshaw, and their colourful street.

[Manchester Libraries @MancLibraries]

BIG BOOK QUIZ! Celebrate World Book Night with us!

Thursday 23rd April 7pm. Join us for a night full of quizzes, party games and the odd surprise challenge! Cafe and bar open all evening.

Early bird tickets available until the end of March...
https://t.co/PY6YiP7Nwu

[Trafford Libraries @TraffLibraries]

Come along to Stretford Library any time between 10am and 3pm on Sat 28th March to chat to Trafford's Local Studies and Archives team. Historic photos and artefacts will be on display and you'll be able to get advice on researching your family tree and the history of your house!

[Manchester Libraries @MancLibraries]

📚 Cosy Reading Club is back at Central Library!

🗓 Wed 11 Mar 2026
⏰ 6–7:30pm
📍 Ground Floor Performance Space
🎟 Free tickets https://t.co/RdiaeByQO8

1 hour of calm, quiet reading followed by an optional discussion

Come at 5.30pm for staff help to find a book you'll love

[Bury Libraries + Archives @BuryLibraries]

The Mayor of Bury has launched a children’s writing competition: "Why I Love the Place Where I Live."

🏆 Win book tokens
📖 Get your work published in a real library book!
⏳ Deadline: 31 March

[📚 Rochdale Libraries @RochdaleLibrary]

🐒💥Are you as invested in global sensation Punch the monkey as we are? Our Monkey at Langley has decided he and Punch would be besties!
He’s already picked out the perfect stories to read to him… just in case he swings by! 🍌
#lovelibraries #MonkeyMates #PunchTheMonkey

[Salford Community Libraries @SalfordLibrary]

1 WEEK TO GO!

From Thurs 5th March, you can exchange your #WorldBookDay tokens at the library to get a FREE book. We will also have plenty of fun activities and events for you to take part in on your library visit.

The library is the place to be this World Book Day!

[Bury Libraries + Archives @BuryLibraries]

��� Reminder: It's the second of our FREE National Year of Reading sessions at Ramsbottom Library tomorrow evening between 4.30pm and 6pm!

This week, we’re bringing the magical tale of Hansel and Gretel to life. Don't forget to call and book! 📖✨

[Bury Libraries + Archives @BuryLibraries]

Skip the queues and dive into our Spotlight Titles on BorrowBox. 📚

Enjoy unlimited, FREE access to best-selling books - no waiting required. There's a book for everyone, and it's all completely free.

📲 Download the FREE @BorrowBox app today!

[Manchester Libraries @MancLibraries]

People are LOVING our new silent reading group. Take some time for yourself and escape into a book with us!
Wednesday 11th March from 5.30pm. Tickets and more information below...
https://t.co/WMNHV7EGcH

[Manchester Libraries @MancLibraries]

BIG BOOK QUIZ / Thursday 23 April 2026 7pm.
Central Library. Join us for the ultimate book quiz celebrating @WorldBookNight with an evening of quizzes, party games, prizes and the odd surprise challenge! Early bird tickets now available... https://t.co/PY6YiP7Nwu

[Manchester Libraries @MancLibraries]

When the Marcus Rashford mural was defaced, people came together in a powerful show of support. @Ankaman616 presents our new digital education resource looking at what we can learn from this moment
https://t.co/hS2wJ0FxPp… via @YouTube
@ace_national @thespacearts @archivesplus

[Manchester City Council @ManCityCouncil]

No one should struggle to stay warm this winter.

Libraries are warm and welcoming spaces, so call in for a chat, to get advice and get online. Stay as long as you want.

Find yours at https://t.co/GUGAvUdjpV – call 0800 023 2692 or text 07860 022 876

#MakingManchesterFairer

[Stockport Libraries @SMBC_Libraries]

Celebrate the season (and school holidays!) with a family-fun silent disco!

Fri, 19 Dec, 4:30-6pm at Stockroom, Merseyway - tickets £3.

Enjoy 3 music channels (2 festive, 1 Christmas-free), Christmas cookies dcorating, colouring, and more.

Book at https://t.co/l5bK96KDpg

[Wigan Libraries @WiganLibraries]

Are you looking for something fun to do this weekend? Take a look at all the different activities available across our libraries this Saturday 20th December 😄 #fun #familytime #community #lego #chess #crafts #WiganLibraries #boardgames

[Bury Libraries + Archives @BuryLibraries]

Christmas viewing: Sorted! ❄️🎄🎅

From festive specials and long-awaited finales to exclusive interviews, our eMagazines have everything you need to plan your perfect Christmas TV schedule.

Just download the @BorrowBox app, sign in with your library details, and start browsing!

[Salford Community Libraries @SalfordLibrary]

This week, we welcomed our friends at The Lowry for some festive fun & plenty of cracking Christmas crafts for children. 🎄☃️

We still have plenty of Christmas cheer to spread, so join us at one of our Christmas fun days or craft activity. See what's on https://t.co/yLeNDHC2FC