Free things to do in Manchester this weekend ft. Suffragette City + more

Suffragette City Exhibition Launch at The Refuge
Our first pick of free things to do in Manchester this weekend is the launch of a new photography exhibition at The Refuge. It’s part of Suffragette City, an ongoing project celebrating the achievements of Mancunian women that’s set to mark 100 years of women’s suffrage. This exhibition focuses on the women of Manchester’s music scene: Not just musicians, but venue owners, sound engineers, DJs and producers. The opening celebrations go on long into the night with DJ sets from Abigail Ward, Kath McDermott and Paulette, which is bound to make an excellent party.
Fri 23 Feb, The Refuge, The Principal Hotel, Oxford Street, Manchester, M60 7HA. 5pm – 1am, www.facebook.com

Record Fair at The Whiskey Jar
The Northern Quarter’s Whiskey Jar are hosting a free record fair this Saturday, offering the chance to get crate digging in one of the area’s most low key and relaxed venues. Reputable sellers will be setting up shop in the Tariff Street venue, their tables bursting with 12” gems from every genre. This is the ideal place to drop by this weekend if you’re looking to valuable additions to your record cabinet.
Sat 24 Feb, The Whiskey Jar, 14 Tariff Street, Manchester, M1 2FF. 12pm – 5pm, www.facebook.com

Last Chance to See humansbeingdigital at The Lowry
This Sunday is your last chance to catch The Lowry’s latest exhibition humanbeingdigital. It’s a an international, multi-disciplinary exhibition that explores the relationship between humanity and technology. Check out our full preview for more details.
Sun 25 Feb, The Lowry, Pier 8, The Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ. Tel: 0843 208 6000, times vary, www.thelowry.com

Family Fun Day at Manchester Jewish Museum
The Jewish festival of Purim takes place next week, and you can find out more through all the activities at the Manchester Jewish Museum’s family fun day. You’’l get the chance to make your own purim gragger, a noisemaker that’s to be rattled at every mention of the Old Testament villain Haman. Also on the day, they’ll be running biscuit-decorating and goodie bag making workshops. Everything you need for a fun, educational day.
Sun 25 Feb, Manchester Jewish Museum, 190 Cheetham Hill Road, Manchester, M8 8LW. 12.30pm – 4.30pm, www.eventbrite.co.uk