TODAY WE MEET CAFÉ from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM. The family house's Today We Meet Café is a meeting place for cultures for all families with babies and children. In guided sessions, children learn language in a fun and diverse way through stories, songs, and rhymes. Adults have the opportunity to practice their Finnish language skills. Children will find playmates, and while they play, parents can get to know other families. The activity is free of charge. You can warm up your own food and make coffee/tea. The family house also has diaper changing facilities. Address: Haukilahdenkuja 3. We use the premises in cooperation with Päiväkoti Viola, and the family house has its own entrance. Note! Strollers can be left in the fenced area under the canopy in the inner courtyard (shared with Päiväkoti Viola). We are open Mon-Fri from 9 AM to 4 PM. You can always drop in to play and have fun according to your own schedule!
What happens when a ghost child from the past gets lost in the library? What if you can enter a secret world through a countess's mirror? Or what if a cat can talk and fish? Come invent your own stories, play with words, and let your imagination run wild! In the group, we write, brainstorm, and create together. No prior experience is needed. In this group, everyone can create word art! The leader is children's author and word art teacher Maami Snellman. The group is suitable for 3rd-5th graders. The group does not meet during the autumn holiday week.
What happens when a ghost child from the past gets lost in the library? What if you can enter a secret world through a countess's mirror? Or what if a cat can talk and fish? Come invent your own stories, play with words, and let your imagination run wild! In the group, we write, brainstorm, and create together. No prior experience is needed. In this group, everyone can create word art! The group is for 3rd–5th graders. The leader is children's author and word art teacher Maami Snellman.
Welcome to the children's comic workshop! In the workshop, you'll practice making comics, from brainstorming to sketching characters and creating a story. The workshop is led by Petra Rapo, an art educator from Sarjakuvakeskus. No registration is needed for the comic workshop.
Jätkäsaaren kirjasto, Tyynenmerenkatu 1 · Helsinki
Come and spend some time with your favourites games, either alone or with friends! We have powerful gaming PCs, Nintendo Switch and Playstation 5 consoles, and VR equipment for use. Gaymers' Night is hosted at the same time as IrisHelsinki LGBTQ+ youth evenings. We follow age ratings for games, and K18 or M-rated games are not allowed at all. Use your own gaming account when playing on PCs: make sure to bring your own Steam, Battle.net or other gaming account with you! You can download your own games on the computers, and in addition to the games at Youth Centre, you can play your own games on the Nintendo Switch and Playstation 5 consoles, if you bring them with you.
Want to practice reading aloud? A reading dog is a patient listener, so there's no need to feel nervous. Pikku Huopalahti library's reading dog will be available on Wednesday, October 28th, from 5 PM to 6 PM. Book your own time slot from the library's customer service, by calling 09 3108 0377 or emailing pikkuhuopalahden_kirjasto@hel.fi. Remember to cancel your booking if you can't make it. Instructions for the reading session: The session involves one reader, the dog, and the dog's leader. The leader's role is to supervise the session from the side, without interfering. Focus on reading – the reading dog is a reading buddy, not a playmate. Reading dogs enjoy being petted, but please ask the owner for permission first. Each reading session lasts about 15 minutes. You can read a book you've brought with you or choose one from the library's collection. The goal of the reading dog activity is to promote reading as a hobby.
Pikku Huopalahden kirjasto, Tilkankatu 19 · Helsinki
Want to learn to play chess or looking for a playing partner? Come join the library's chess club! The club meets on the last Wednesdays of the month: August 26th, September 30th, October 28th, November 25th, and December 16th, from 5 PM to 7 PM. The club is for players of all skill levels, and all ages from primary schoolers upwards are welcome. It's run by two volunteers who are chess enthusiasts.
Tapulikaupungin kirjasto, Ajurinaukio 5 · Helsinki
Want to practice reading aloud? A reading dog is a patient listener, so there's no need to feel nervous. Reading dog sessions are specifically for those learning to read or needing support with reading. Book your own time slot from Itäkeskus library's children's section or by calling (09) 3108 5090. Each reading session lasts about 15 minutes. The session involves the reader, the dog, and the dog's leader. The leader's role is to supervise the session from the side, without interfering. Come and read – the dog listens in all languages!
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Turunlinnantie 1 · Helsinki
Would you like to practice reading aloud? A reading dog is a patient listener, so you don't have to feel nervous about reading with them. Töölö Library's reading dog is available on Wednesdays, August 19th, September 2nd, 16th, 30th, October 14th, 28th, November 11th, 25th, and December 9th, from 6 PM to 7:20 PM. Book your own time slot at the library's customer service or by calling 09 3108 5025. Remember to cancel your booking if you can't make it. Instructions for the reading session: - One reader, the dog, and the dog's handler participate in the reading session. The handler's role is to supervise the session from the side, but not to interfere with its flow. - Focus on reading – the reading dog is a reading buddy, not a playmate. - Reading dogs enjoy being petted. However, always ask the owner for permission first. One reading session lasts about 15 minutes. You can read a book you've brought with you to the dog, or choose one you like from the library's books. The goal of the reading dog activity is to promote reading as a hobby.
Would you like to practice reading aloud? Come and read to a reading dog. A reading dog is a patient listener, so you don't have to feel nervous about reading with them. Reading Dog Tuisku is available at Laajasalo Library's meeting room Luoto every other Wednesday on September 2nd, 16th, 30th, October 14th, 28th, November 11th, 25th, and December 9th, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM. Book your own time slot at the library's customer service or by calling 09 3108 5084. One reading session lasts about 15 minutes. You can read a book you've brought with you to the dog, or choose one you like from the library's books. The reading session will have a reader, the dog, and the dog's handler present. The handler's role is to supervise the session from the side, but not to interfere with its flow. Come and read, the dog listens in all languages! The goal of the reading dog activity is to promote reading as a hobby and to create a successful reading experience. Dogs have been shown to increase people's feel-good hormones and relax the mind.
Laajasalon kirjasto, Yliskylän puistokatu 4 · Helsinki
Are you interested in writing, illustrating, comics, creativity, and inventing stories? Welcome to this creative writing hobby club for children and young people at Malminkartanon kirjasto! At each meeting, you're free to write, draw, build, and invent your own stories, or tackle pre-planned tasks and themes. You can bring your own snacks, and if you like, share your own texts with other club members. The leader is a literary arts instructor from the library.
Malminkartanon kirjasto, Puustellintie 6 · Helsinki
Time to be together with guided play, movement, rhymes, art, or music indoors at the staffed playground. The guided session is from 10:30–11:00 AM. You can find more details about this session's activities on Leikkipuisto Taivallahti's Instagram page and the playground's notice board.
Leikkipuisto Taivallahti, Pohjoinen Hesperiankatu 22 · Helsinki
The library is coming to leikkipuisto Viikkari while Viikin kirjasto is closed. Come join us for rhymes and reading together! There will also be a small selection of books available to borrow!
Leikkipuisto Viikkari, Laivuri Petterin kuja 3 · Helsinki
Everyone is welcome to the Warrior Cats club! The club meets every other Thursday from 5 PM - 6 PM. The first session this autumn is on September 3rd. The club isn't too serious; sometimes we'll do activities, and sometimes other Warrior Cats-themed things. The club leader is 14 years old, but people of all ages are welcome; there's no age limit. We hope as many people as possible can make it!
In Family Crafts, children can practice crafting together with a parent, guided by the session leader. Thu, Oct 29, 5-7 PM: Fun Kekri crafts inspired by the harvest. Tue, Nov 17, 5-7 PM: Making paper lanterns to brighten up the dark season. Sat, Nov 28, 10 AM-12 PM: A card workshop for the whole family – let's create beautiful cards together. A warm welcome!
A reading dog is a patient listener, so you don't need to feel nervous about reading with them. Reading dog activities are for those learning to read and for reading support. Remember to book a 15-minute reading slot with the library staff in advance. Bookings can be made at the library's customer service or by calling: (09) 3108 5073.
At the mornings for little ones, babies and toddlers get active! Mornings start with a guided activity session, followed by time for free play and relaxing. This autumn's theme is rhymes and nature baths. Sessions are on September 4th, September 25th (Baby Day), October 30th, November 13th, November 27th, and December 11th. No need to register in advance – welcome!
Song session for families at Torpparinmäen leikkipuisto
Welcome to Torppis's song session! During the session, we'll sing, chant rhymes, and play music together. The session is held indoors and is suitable for all ages. Before and after the song session, there's a chance to play and meet others indoors from 9 AM to 12 PM. In the common room, you can enjoy your own snacks and have coffee. Dishes, a microwave, a fridge, and a coffee maker are available for use. Welcome! Changes are possible. Please only come if you are healthy.
Leikkipuisto Torpparinmäki, Käräjätuvantie 3 · Helsinki
A Swedish-language baby session for children aged approximately 0-18 months and their parents. During the session, we'll do rhymes, sing, and read first books for the little ones. Afterwards, we'll have coffee and chat in a relaxed atmosphere. Meetings are on Fridays during even-numbered weeks.
Herttoniemen kirjasto, Linnanrakentajantie 2 · Helsinki
At Little Ones' Mornings, we enjoy being together and explore picture books and rhymes for the very youngest. The sessions are suitable for babies and toddlers accompanied by their own adult. We start at 10 AM with a guided session, followed by time for free interaction. There are also nice books available at the library to read or borrow. Little Ones' Mornings are held at Tapanilan kirjasto on the last Friday of every month during the autumn season: August 28th, September 25th, October 30th, and November 27th. Welcome!
Welcome to a film screening for schoolchildren! The age rating for all films is K7. Films shown: Fri 4.9. 2 PM-4 PM Madagascar Tue 13.10. 12 PM-2 PM (note the time) Wall-e Fri 30.10. 2 PM-4 PM How to Train Your Dragon Fri 4.12. 2 PM-4 PM Annie
Oulunkylän kirjasto, Kylänvanhimmantie 27 · Helsinki
Welcome to Kontulan kirjasto's Halloween event! The program includes a disco, a badge workshop, and a bouncy castle. You can dress up according to the theme. The program includes: - Halloween disco in the children's section - Badge workshop: 1 badge per visitor - Crafting: draw your own monster with the Monster Machine - Bouncy castle outside in front of the library. Free entry!
These events are meant for 16-to-28-year-old women and girls while respecting gender self-identification and diversity. We speak both Finnish and English at the event. Events are held on Fridays on even-numbered weeks from 16:30 to 22:00. Are you interested in PC or console gaming in a safer space? Do you want to try out a VR headset? Are you looking for friends interested in the same things as you? Come and get your gaming on at this gaming event meant for women and girls! At other womens and girls' gaming nights we played Overwatch, Jackbox games and Mario Kart, what should we play this time? Gamehouse Sture has 20 powerful gaming PCs, Nintento Switch and Playstation 5 consoles, VR headsets and loads of board games. The event has youth workers (Siikku and Jonathan!) there to help you out with technical difficulties, choosing games and finding people to play game with. Playing with the PCs requires your own accounts, so make sure you know how to log in to your Steam, Epic or Battlenet account. You can download games to the PCs with our super-fast internet, as long as you have a license for it. PEGI 18 games are not allowed in the space due to there being under 18-year-olds present. We require the free Helsinki Youth Services membership card, more commonly known as Jässäri. The first time you visit you don't have to have everything ready, the youth workers can help you out! More information about Jässäri can be read here. More info: email: pelitalo@hel.fi Discord: siikkuohjaaja, jonttu_ohjaaja Instagram: PelitaloSture phone/WA: 0406433225 Directions on video
Come dance and have fun with us in Malmi Hall in a wildly exciting Halloween atmosphere on the eve of All Saints’ Day! We also have other spookily fun activities in store. Recommended age: 7–10 Free entry
Vesalan nuta is open to all rainbow youth and allies! Welcome, 12–17 year olds who identify as rainbow or are exploring rainbow issues. Come alone or with friends, here you can hang out with like-minded people. The entire youth centre is at our disposal! No separate registration is needed. More info via WhatsApp / text: Hannes 040 3545367 / Sari 041 5121761.
At the party, create sparkling magic wands, hooting ghosts, spooky pumpkins, or flying brooms! The party is decorated with terrifyingly lovely decorations; grab glow-in-the-dark ornaments, colorful pom-pom balls, shimmering swirls, or ticklish feathers for your creation. Recycled materials are used for the workshop. Maunula-talo's children's Saturday will be filled with a whimsical party atmosphere and glowing lights, welcome! Location: Maunula-talo main lobby, 2nd floor. The rest of the building is closed, entrance through the main door. Free admission!
Welcome to celebrate the pre- and after-parties of Pokemon Go Super Mega Raid Day at keskustakirjasto Oodi on Saturday, October 31st, starting at 11 AM! In the morning, there will be crafting and activities for the whole family in Oodi's children's area. From 5 PM onwards, a Pokemon Go PvP tournament will be played in Oodi's lobby instead of chess. Registration for the tournament is in advance. The registration link for the tournament will be published later. The more detailed program for the day will be confirmed soon. The event is organized in collaboration with Pokémon GO Kamppi, Helsinki. The event is part of Game Week.
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki
Come and join us for the top-secret Black Moon Halloween Party and meet a real-life dragon. The authors of the Musta Kuu (Black Moon) book series (Lasten keskus 2021–) writer Reetta Niemelä and picture book author Katri Kirkkopelto – will attend the event. The dragon will be brought to life by puppeteer Alma Rajala. WORKSHOPS TROLL “I’d organise a party for the trolls. We’d have a good time together as friends, and I wouldn’t have to be afraid of them any more!” In this workshop, you get to make trolls out of collage materials cut from magazines. You glue the trolls onto magic paper, where they are safe and cannot break free. Once you feel comfortable enough to take a closer look at the troll, you may discover that maybe all it really needs is some attention and a kind, gentle approach. The workshop is based on Satu Kettunen’s picture book Mörköjuhlat (Monster Party, Tammi 2019). MONSTER In this workshop, participants will craft various terrifying masks under the guidance of Pinja Meretoja. You can draw inspiration from Meretoja’s newly published picture book, *Monsterit vapaalla* ("Monsters on the Loose"), which features a classic cast of monsters—the Mummy, Dracula, the Werewolf, the Yeti, Frankenstein, a Ghost, a Zombie, and a Witch—or you can invent your own chilling character. The only limit is your imagination! Well-suited for ages 5–12. You are welcome to dress up according to the theme.
Welcome to Maunula Youth Centre to spend a fun Saturday with us! We are open on Saturdays 5 September, 31 October and 28 November. 15:00–17:15 for grades 3–6 18:00–22:30 for grades 7–18 years On Youth House Saturdays, you can play on gaming PCs and consoles, as well as enjoy a variety of board games. We also like to relax and watch films together, following the age ratings K7 and K12. You can also have a say in what we do on Youth House Saturdays. Come and join us!
Maunulan nuorisotalo, Maunula-talo, Metsäpurontie 4 · Helsinki
Nuorisoseurat and Maunula Youth Centre are organising a Halloween disco for youngsters in grades 3–6 at Metsäpuro Hall on Saturday, 31 October, from 3 pm to 5 pm. There will be Halloween-themed games, disco dancing and competitions at Metsäpuro Hall! A prize will be awarded for the most original Halloween costume! You can also make your own Halloween mask in the lobby of Maunula House. And strange things will be happening in the youth centre’s premises, too … The Halloween disco is free of charge. Nuorisoseurat will also run a café at Månsas Deli during the event. The event is substance-free.
Maunulan nuorisotalo, Maunula-talo, Metsäpurontie 4 · Helsinki
This year, the Horror for Kids evening is wonderfully spooky, as the dark winter and gloomy season bring out the most amazing creatures! Not only will Stoa's own gentle dragon return, but also many strange beings from the creature kingdom. Come bravely as yourself or transformed in honor of All Saints' Day! You can also get help with your transformation at Stoa's numerous workshops. See the detailed event program on Stoa's website.
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Turunlinnantie 1 · Helsinki
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🗓 1.11.2026 ⏰ 2 pm – 6 pm 📌 Oodi Central Library - Töölönlahdenkatu 4, Helsinki, Children's section (3rd floor) - 🎟️ All activities have free access 🧡 All ages 💬 English, Spanish, Finnish, Swedish ♿ Accessible space 💡 Check out the full program at ninho.fi 🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️ 🧡 Welcome to the 5th edition of Día de Muertos-Family Day at Oodi and explore this Mexican and Central-American tradition, recognized by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Finland in 2023 as Intangible Cultural Heritage and part of UNESCO's intangible world heritage since 2008. During this ancestral festivity, typically celebrated between November 1st and 2nd, families set up spectacular Altars in memory of their loved ones, who have passed away. It’s a special day to honor them, while surrounded by family and friends. Join us at Oodi to celebrate this community event, colorful, vibrant and traditional Day of the Dead with activities for the entire family. 👇🏾 Check out the full program! 🧡 2-4 pm Loved Stories I Multilingual Storytelling Sessions 2 pm: Storytelling in Swedish by Camilla Cedercreutz-Bäck (FI) 3 pm: Storytelling in Finnish by Camilla Cedercreutz-Bäck (FI) 4 pm: Storytelling in Spanish by Abraham Cano Alarcón (MX) 🧸 +4 with an adult, younger siblings are welcome 📌 Main Carpet area 🧡2-5pm Make your own Day of Dead Altar | Arts & Crafts Non-Stop Workshop by Mariana Núñez Sánchez (MX). Everyone is welcome to either build their own ofrenda/altar with the collage pieces that will be given or mix collage and drawing to create a more unique and personal Altar. 🧸 +2 with an adult 💬 Spanish, English 📌 Loft (Purple tables) 🧡️ 2-5pm "Calaveritas" I Non-Stop Face Painting led by Alicia Sevilla (MX) & Núria Rovira Martí (Catalonia) This activity will transform children into colorful little skulls to share a joyful memory. Come and be part of this commemoration! 🧸 +2 with an adult 💬 Spanish, English 📌 Children's Area 🧡️ 2-5pm Altar for all souls - Community Art Installation Let‘s come together to remember our family members, friends, pets… who are no longer with us, in this beautiful collective offering. 🧸 +2 with an adult 💬 Spanish, English 📌 Trees area 🧡️ 2-5pm Interactive Digital Art Installation 'Papel Picado' by Julle Gröhn (MX) Nite Labs Ltd @nitelabs. A 3D homage to the vibrant tradition of Día de Muertos. Inspired by papel picado, this animation celebrates the delicate dance between life, death, and memory through color, light, and motion. 🧸 All ages 📌 Events room 🧡️5-6pm Remembranza I Dance and Music Performance by dancer Paola Elean (MX), double bassist Grisell MacDonel (MX) and cellist Victoria Sofía (MX). Music and movement come together to inhabit and reimagine this profound celebration. 🧸 All ages 📌 Main Stage 🧡Invite your friends and family members to remember together. See you there! This is a Kulttuurikeskus Ninho production in cooperation with Oodi Central Library and Nite Labs Ltd. With the support of @helsinkicity @taikegram @kulturfonden #DayoftheDead #DiadeMuertos #EventsinHelsinki #OodiLibrary #OodiTapahtuu #Oodissa #OodiKirjasto #IlmaisetTapahtumat #storytelling #askartelu
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki
During Game Week, there's lots happening in the children's and youth section of Itäkeskus library! MONDAY 2.11. 1-2 PM: Minecraft exhibition opening. You can contribute to the Minecraft screenshot exhibition in the library's game room throughout October. Instructions are available in the game room. Game Week kicks off with the exhibition opening, featuring screenshots created by players. TUESDAY 3.11. 2-3 PM: Game Week Kahoot! bonanza. We'll play video game-themed Kahoot! quizzes. You'll need a device to participate; you can also borrow one from the library. FRIDAY 6.11. 1-3 PM: Pokémon afternoon. We'll play Pokémon Go and do Pokémon-themed crafts.
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Turunlinnantie 1 · Helsinki
The beloved Winnie the Pooh character is celebrating his 100th birthday this year – come join us for bear-y special celebrations with the whole family! The programme includes Winnie the Pooh story time, crafts, a BeeBot station, honey pot fishing, bee orienteering, and juice and biscuits.
Malminkartanon kirjasto, Puustellintie 6 · Helsinki
Activities for girls at Vuosaari library. Each session has different activities, from crafts to games. You can also just come to hang out and chat. No registration needed. Welcome!