Festival of Libraries 2026: MAES Information Sessions
This year, we’re celebrating the Festival of Libraries 2026 and hosting a series of free community information sessions across Manchester.
Taking place at our centres in Wythenshawe, Longsight and Blackley, these sessions will give you the opportunity to find out more about Festival of Libraries events across the city and explore the wide range of adult learning opportunities available through MAES.
Whether you’re interested in improving your skills, exploring creativity through writing, building confidence or connecting with your local community, these sessions are designed to help you take the next step.
Everyone is welcome.
What you can expect
At each session you can:
- Find out more about the Festival of Libraries 2026 and its events
- Meet Manchester Adult Education staff
- Explore local adult learning opportunities
- Discover support available for returning to learning
- Ask questions in an informal and friendly environment.
Where are the events taking place?
Come along, meet your local learning community and discover what is possible in Manchester. The sessions are free to attend, but booking is required. Book your place through Eventbrite.
- Location: Forum Learning Centre, Forum Centre, Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 5RX
- Date: Monday 8 June
- Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm
- Location: The Avenue Library and Learning Centre, 9 Victoria Avenue East, Blackley, Manchester M9 6HW
- Date: Thursday 11 June
- Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm
- Location: Longsight Library and Learning Centre, 519 Stockport Rd, Longsight, Manchester M12 4NE
- Date: Friday 12 June
- Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm