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Books, events, reading groups, film groups, free computer and internet access, children's storytimes and rhymetimes, online newspaper & magazine, study spaces and craft groups - find them all and more in Trafford Libraries! It's free to join by going to https://trafford.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSGTRN/OPAC/JOIN or visiting any library in Trafford.

Meet Simon, Partington Library’s entry for the Partington Community Scarecrow Trail! 👻 Pop by to say hello, snap a photo...
16/10/2026

Meet Simon, Partington Library’s entry for the Partington Community Scarecrow Trail! 👻 Pop by to say hello, snap a photo, and discover everything your local library has to offer. Not a member yet? Join today!

Celebrate Green Libraries Week with Trafford Libraries! 🌱 Join us for green Storytime and junk modelling sessions!. Le...
16/10/2026

Celebrate Green Libraries Week with Trafford Libraries! 🌱 Join us for green Storytime and junk modelling sessions!. Let’s learn, create, and make a difference together!

Trying to find more time to read for pleasure? Come along to our new Silent Book Club at Sale Library, a dedicated space...
16/10/2026

Trying to find more time to read for pleasure? Come along to our new Silent Book Club at Sale Library, a dedicated space to quietly read any book of your choice in the company of others and enjoy the wellbeing effects that reading can provide!

There’s no set book, or pressure to speak. Just make the most of the quiet atmosphere and uninterrupted reading time.

There is the option to stay and discuss what you have read after the reading hour if you would like to.

📍Sale Library
📅Tuesday, November 3 • 5 PM - 6:45 PM
🔴FREE

Over 18s only

Light refreshments are provided.

Book your place on Eventbrite. Ask a member of staff, or use the link below to book:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/silent-book-club-tickets-2003411066430

Get inspired this October at Urmston Library! 🎨✨ We’re celebrating local creativity with art exhibitions, crafts, and mo...
16/10/2026

Get inspired this October at Urmston Library! 🎨✨ We’re celebrating local creativity with art exhibitions, crafts, and more. Whether you’re an artist, crafter, or just love exploring new ideas, there’s something for everyone. Free entry—come and join the fun!

Interested in learning more about a family member's wartime service? Book your appointment now for our Military Records ...
15/10/2026

Interested in learning more about a family member's wartime service? Book your appointment now for our Military Records Help Day on 4th November!

🌟 Young writers, your moment is here! The BBC’s 500 Words Writing Contest—the UK’s biggest story competition for ages 5-...
15/10/2026

🌟 Young writers, your moment is here! The BBC’s 500 Words Writing Contest—the UK’s biggest story competition for ages 5-11—kicks off this week, and Trafford Libraries are here to help you shine. ✍️📚 Whether you’re bursting with ideas or just getting started, we’ll help you plan, draft, and polish your story for the contest. No need to book—just drop in, bring your imagination, and get ready to write something amazing! Check our poster for dates and locations. Let’s fill Trafford with fantastic stories—yours could be the next winner! 🚀✨

An inspiring creative writing workshop for 9-16 year olds at Old Trafford Library, Limelight. Are you more of a poet or ...
15/10/2026

An inspiring creative writing workshop for 9-16 year olds at Old Trafford Library, Limelight.

Are you more of a poet or a critic or a blogger? Whoever you are, take your skills back in time to explore the stories of Black British ballet dancers. Taking images and quotes from the exhibition as our base, we’ll do some activities together before you get to write your masterpiece - or silly piece!

FREE

Can't wait to see you there. Book on eventbrite via the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-writing-workshop-black-british-ballet-at-old-trafford-library-tickets-1998946285149

📍Old Trafford Library, Limelight, St Bride's Way Old Trafford M16 9NW
📅 Friday 30th October 2026 11am - 12.30pm
🔴FREE

Get creative this festive season and join local artist Caroline Coates for a relaxing and inspiring lino printing worksh...
14/10/2026

Get creative this festive season and join local artist Caroline Coates for a relaxing and inspiring lino printing workshop at Sale Library.

Learn the basics of lino printing and create your own unique festive designs. Caroline will guide you through the process of designing, carving and printing your artwork, helping you produce handmade prints.

This friendly workshop is suitable for beginners. All materials will be provided.

Book via the link below or our Trafford Libraries eventbrite:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/festive-lino-printing-with-caroline-coates-tickets-2003206733264

£5 Per Person

Date: Wednesday 18 November
Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Sale Library

Booking is essential as places are limited.

Join us for an author panel discussion at Sale Library on Monday November 9th. Authors Carys Bray, Marnie Riches and Dav...
14/10/2026

Join us for an author panel discussion at Sale Library on Monday November 9th. Authors Carys Bray, Marnie Riches and David Swan will be discussing the writers that inspire them. There will also be an audience Q&A with the authors at the end.

The event will be a great opportunity for readers and writers alike to hear from and engage with experienced, published authors.

Book your free spot through our Trafford Libraries eventbrite or feel free to ask a member of library staff.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/author-panel-event-the-writers-who-inspire-me-tickets-1996222697826

📍Sale Library
📅 Mon 9th November, 6pm - 7pm
🔴FREE

🎃👻 Get ready to boogie at our Halloween Half-Term Disco! 👻🎃Put on your spookiest costumes and join us for a FREE family ...
14/10/2026

🎃👻 Get ready to boogie at our Halloween Half-Term Disco! 👻🎃

Put on your spookiest costumes and join us for a FREE family disco packed with music, dancing, tasty treats, and fang-tastic prizes for the best dressed! 🕺💃

📍 Urmston Library: Tuesday 27th October, 5–6pm
📍 Timperley Library: Thursday 29th October, 5–6pm

The event is running on a first come first served basis, so please come early to avoid disappointment!

Address

Trafford Library Service, Sale Waterside
Manchester
M337ZF

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

01619123189

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