Welcome to the Furry Club! The club is organized by an 11-year-old. In the club, we'll draw, craft, and spend time in the yard of Porolahden alakoulu. The club is also suitable for otherpaws and therians, for example.
Relaxed gaming in good company! Both beginners and enthusiasts, young people and adults, are welcome to the library's board game evening. Board game evenings are held on Mondays of odd-numbered weeks, starting August 10th, from 5 PM to 7:30 PM. We'll meet in meeting room Siimes. The games for the evenings are chosen in advance, and the leader will explain the rules. No need to register beforehand, just come and play!
Evening story time for families with children, in Swedish! Every other Monday from 6:30 PM to 7 PM in the library's children's section. The story time lasts about 30 minutes. Welcome to listen!
Our joyful rhyme and story times are suitable for babies and toddlers aged 0-3 with their parents. Each session lasts about 30 minutes, and afterwards, you can stay in the children's section to read, play, and chat with other parents and little ones. A warm welcome!
Etelä-Haagan kirjasto, Isonnevantie 16 B · Helsinki
Rhyme time for babies and small children with their own adult in the Salon at Herttoniemi library. We'll sing and rhyme together. We operate on the children's terms in a relaxed atmosphere. Welcome to join us!
Herttoniemen kirjasto, Linnanrakentajantie 2 · Helsinki
If you like writing and creating, then word art is for you. In this word workshop, you can imagine your own stories, create, and write together with others. We'll do playful exercises to unleash your imagination. You'll get support for your creative ideas and try out different ways of writing. The groups are led by a word art teacher. A warm welcome to the imaginative world of word art! As a collaboration between the library and Sydkustens ordkonstskola, word art is organised at Östra centrums bibliotek for grades 3-6. Östra centrums bibliotek: Tuesdays 3.11, 10.11, 17.11, 24.11 at 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM. The groups are free. Register at: www.ordkonst.fi
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Turunlinnantie 1 · Helsinki
Come and practice reading with the library´s Reading Dog. During a 15-minute reading session, you can read aloud to the dog. You can meet the Reading Dog in Rikhardinkatu Library on September 8 and 22,October 6 and 20, November 3 and 17 and December 1 between 5.30 PM to 6.30 PM. The reading session lasts about 15 minutes. Book your time in children´s department or by telephone (09) 3108 5813.
Rikhardinkadun kirjasto, Rikhardinkatu 3 · Helsinki
Come and enjoy wonderful performances by talented students from Helsingin Konservatorio in the atmospheric setting of the library. The concerts feature a variety of music, and each evening offers a unique experience. Tue 3.11. at 6:00 PM Jätkäsaaren kirjasto Wed 4.11. at 6:00 PM Kallion kirjasto
Jätkäsaaren kirjasto, Tyynenmerenkatu 1 · Helsinki
At Puistola Library on Tuesdays, September 15, October 6, November 3, and December 1, from 6 PM to 7 PM, the reading dog welcomes young readers. Book a 15-minute reading slot at the library or by calling 09 3108 5076. Children need written permission from a parent to participate. Come and read, Hannu is all ears!
The events in Gaza are shaking the world. Politicians and the media are closing their eyes. Ordinary citizens feel powerless. What is it all about? KOM-teatteri's new autumn production is a direct and startling report on why Western countries look away when they should intervene. The performance, tinged with dark humour, offers factual information for anyone who has felt confused by world politics. Director Susanna Kuparinen is a multi-award-winning scriptwriter, journalist, and pioneer of documentary theatre, whose previous works have shaken both decision-makers and audiences. In her works, theatre is a conveyor of information and an arena for public discussion. Now, Kuparinen, together with journalist Maria Pettersson and the KOM-teatteri ensemble, brings perhaps her boldest work to the stage. In it, the collapsing world order and Finnish politicians invade news screens.
Who is the best FIFA player aged 9-12 in the area? Come and find out! Qualifiers: Maunulan kirjasto Mon 2.11. at 4 PM, Käpylän kirjasto Tue 3.11. at 4 PM, Kallion kirjasto Wed 4.11. at 4 PM, Oulunkylän kirjasto Thu 5.11. at 4 PM. Semi-finals and final at Oulunkylän kirjasto Sat 7.11. at 12 PM. Register at least 24 hours before the start of the qualifier at your chosen location. Winners will receive fame, honour, and small prizes! The Kallion kirjasto qualifier will be played in the library's Satulinna (3rd floor. Not accessible, stairs). You are warmly welcome to play! *** Kallion kirjasto Viides linja 11 00530 Helsinki 09 310 850 53 facebook.com/kirjastokallio
National Candidate Master Tamás Martinec gives a simultaneous display at Central Library Oodi on November the 4th. Martinec is playing an open simul starting at 5 pm. No pre-registration is required. For more information, contact kristian.aura(at)hel.fi
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki
Suomen Käsityön Ystävät Club: How a Ryijy Rug is Made?
Welcome to learn about the different stages of ryijy rug weaving, from sketch to woven pattern! You'll also get to try out both the loom and knotting a ryijy corner by sewing. Actor Karim Rapatti will be a guest at the event, sharing his own experiences with weaving. The event is free and open to everyone. Welcome! Event time: November 4, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Event location: Maijansali, 1st floor. Organized by: Suomen Käsityön Ystävät and Keskustakirjasto Oodi.
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki
'Pyörre' (Whirl) is a contemporary circus performance suitable for the whole family, where Eetu Ranta takes the audience on a wondrous journey with spinning objects and acrobatic choreographies. Combining various objects and circus disciplines, the piece is a collection of successive wordless stories – movements, moods, and images. They are united by a swirling motion that draws in the performer and objects, sound and light. The performance features toys and tools used around the world, whose handling requires skill and knowledge of the effects of physical laws on movement. Originally made from natural materials, tools such as a Nigerian rascal top made from a snail shell, a South American lasso, and an East Asian diabolo come to life in a completely new way in the performance. Eetu Ranta & Circo Aereo Contemporary Circus Performance Pyörre. Performance and choreography: Eetu Ranta. Design: Eetu Ranta and Maksim Kom.
You can come and pet the Finnish Kennel Club's Kaverikoira dog without an appointment. The dogs are present on Wednesdays, August 26, September 9, September 23, October 7, October 21, November 4, November 18, December 2, and December 16, from 6 PM to 7 PM in the library lobby. Welcome! https://www.kennelliitto.fi/koirat/kaverikoirat
DA DA SUR A joyful dive into imagination! Can a clothespin be a bird? Can a box create a character that can cry and laugh? Of course! Da Da Sur is a wonderful journey into the subconscious and creativity. On stage, familiar objects transform and soar like birds into the sky or come to life through animation. During this gently flowing performance, even adults can relax. Da Da Sur's theme tune is the world's most pleasant earworm, which will stay in your mind long after the performance ends. Da Da Sur is a wordless and experiential dive into the world of Dadaism and Surrealism through object theatre. The performance is suitable for children and adults. You can come and see the performance regardless of your native language. At the end of the performance, the audience can explore the imaginative stage sets and objects more closely and try them out themselves! Audience comment: 'Amazing performance! Magnificent! Incredible! Unparalleled! S'
Rhymes in Finnish language and the joy of rhythm in a relaxed session for babies and toddlers aged 0–3, accompanied by their own adult. Duration about 20–30 min. After the session, you are welcome to stay for a while. The programme is held in Finnish, but we do our best to accommodate everyone regardless of language skills - the most important thing is to spend time together so that everyone is included. Free admission. Just drop in.
Thursdays, September 10, October 8, and November 5, 2026, from 3 PM to 4:30 PM at Kottby bibliotek, Väinölägatan 5. Do you enjoy: - letting your imagination fly? - writing funny, exciting, or remarkable texts? - laughing and having fun with others? - playing with words, rhyming, and inventing brand new words? If you answer yes to at least one of these questions, sign up for the word art club immediately at: annika.sandelin@gmail.com. The library provides biscuits and juice, but you can bring your own snack. The group is led by author Annika Sandelin.
Come play board games! If you like, you can bring your own favourite game. The club is aimed at adults and young people. The club meets once a month on Thursdays from 5 PM to 8 PM. The autumn dates are September 3, October 1, November 5, and December 3. Club members also play together on other days, so even if Thursday doesn't suit you, you might still find gaming company through the club. Ask the library for more information!
Tapulikaupungin kirjasto, Ajurinaukio 5 · Helsinki
Are you learning to read? Would you like to practice with a reading dog? Zita the reading dog is a professional listener, with whom you can comfortably practice reading. You can book a time with the reading dog on Thursdays between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM. One reading session lasts 15 minutes and includes the reader, Zita the dog, and her handler. Book an appointment at Malmi Library's customer service desk or by phone at 0931085070. The reader's age limit is 4 years, and an adult must make the booking.
At Vuosaari Library on Fridays, September 11, October 9, November 6, and December 11, from 10 AM to 11:30 AM. During Mornings for Little Ones, we'll do rhymes, play, and have fun together. Doors open at 10 AM, the guided session starts at 10:30 AM, and after that, you can stay in the space to relax and read. The session content is suitable for 0-3 year olds accompanied by their own adult. No advance registration needed. A warm welcome!
Under Svenska veckan blir det dags för bokbio! Evenemanget är för barn under skolåldern och filmen inspirerar till lek och diskussion. Filmerna är producerade av Finlandssvenskt filmcentrum med stöd av Stiftelsen Brita Maria Renlunds minne. Läromaterialet är utvecklat i samarbete med Barnvårdsföreningen. På fredagen visar vi Emilia och de små tanterna. På lördagen Emilia och lyckan. Klockan 11-12, evenemangsrummet för barn på tredje våningen.
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki
Girls’ Fridays will be held at Maunula Youth Center on 11.9 & 6.11. For grades 3–6, the event is from 3:00 PM to 5:15 PM, and for 7th grade to 18-year-olds from 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM. During Girls’ Friday, all girls and those who identify as girls are welcome at the youth center. The activities are based on the wishes of the participants, such as crafts, cooking, and listening to music. Remember to tell the instructors what else you would like to do! Girls’ Friday is substance-free, and participation requires a membership card.
Maunulan nuorisotalo, Maunula-talo, Metsäpurontie 4 · Helsinki
Opera Box: Giellavealgu – Finnish Swedish Heritage Day at Vuosaari House
We celebrate Finnish Swedish Heritage Day at Vuosaari House with a multilingual opera performance! Premiered in January 2026, Giellavealgu (‘Language Changer’) is a multilingual children’s opera produced by Opera Box, aimed at ages 3–12. The work explores northern nature, friendship and language as an Arctic fox, a bluethroat and a snowy owl search for a common voice. The opera is directed and written by Isa Kortekangas and Ville Salonen, and its ethno-influenced music based on the nature of Lapland, accompanied by violin, was composed by Pessi Jouste and Elias Nieminen. The opera highlights the importance of the northern languages and cultures and forms part of the broader theme year for national languages. Its key themes include Sámi culture, identity, biodiversity and friendship based on equality. The opera was first performed on 13 January 2026 at Alexander Theatre in Helsinki. Performance languages: North Sámi, Finnish, Swedish, Somali, Arabic, Ukrainian and Swahili Duration: roughly 35 min The daytime performances, which are aimed for schools and kindergartens, are already fullybooked. To the evening performance, which are aimed for familes, its possible to book free tickets from Lippu.fi.
Learn to be a stand-up comedian in LGBTQIA+ company! Hey you, queer person aged 17 or over, or anyone who wants to learn something new in LGBTQIA+ company! Have you always wanted to know what it feels like to make people laugh? Join our stand-up comedy course organised by the Qoomikot collective. You will learn about the history of stand-up and its different styles, get tips on writing jokes and, above all, have an opportunity to work on your own material together with professional comedians. The course is held on Saturdays in November, starting on 7 November. The course concludes with a performance at a club event at Caisa on 28 November. 7 November | The history and genres of stand-up comedy, practising your own set 14 November | Writing a joke, practising your own set (with Aurora Vasama) 21 November | Stand-up performance, practising your own set (with Raisa Omaheimo) 28 November | How to work in the Finnish stand-up scene (with Illusia Sarvas) and the closing club event The workshop is free of charge but requires advance registration by email: qoomikot@gmail.com Recommended age: 17–25 Course language: Finnish and English
Welcome to craft your own robot or other imaginative creature together with illustrator and children's author Linda Bondestam! The youngest members of the family will craft together with their own adult.
Arabianrannan kirjasto, Hämeentie 135 A · Helsinki
Annantalo Art Saturdays allow the whole family to spend time together enjoying art in open workshops – pop by briefly or stay for a longer visit. In a swaying kelp forest, you might spot a grunt sculpin, a swell shark, a sea lion and a sea otter. During this Annantalo Art Saturday, you get to know the inhabitants of kelp forests and create your own little slice of the blue sea and its creatures for a joint artwork. We work with tissue paper, glue and cardboard. Beneath the Waves is one of the workshops linked to the jointly created ‘Spectrum’ artwork In autumn 2026, Annantalo’s workshops and art groups will create a collaborative light art installation entitled Spectrum. This workshop is one of many in which different parts of the work are created. Come and make your contribution to the window installations to be displayed on the Annankatu side, glowing in the different colours of the spectrum. The opening ceremony for the Spectrum light installation will be held on 9 December at 18.00, illuminating the windows of Annantalo in a blaze of colour. Come and join us in building our shared spectrum! No prior skills are needed to participate, and all are welcome. Hearing protection and other sensory aids are available for children when needed. There is also a quiet room in the premises. Annantalo Art Saturdays are free-of-charge and suitable for participants from all language backgrounds. The workshop will be hosted by Annantalo art educators. We look forward to seeing you at Annantalo on Saturdays!
Comic Workshop Bubble – Children’s book festival at Annantalo
Drop in comic workshop. What does a story consist of? How do you get started with a comic? During the workshop we practice drawing a comic strip with three panels, three basic shapes and three emotions. You can also learn to fold your own comic zine and fill the pages with your stories. Anna Härmälä is a children's book author, illustrator and comic creator, known for the book and Instagram account Single mothering. The primary language of the workshop is Swedish, but you are welcome to speak English as well.
Do you know Onni the boy? Children's author Sanna Pelliccioni is visiting Tapanila library just before Father's Day, bringing a small table theatre. During story time, we'll hear the book 'Onnin ja isin oma päivä'. Afterwards, we'll make a small Onni-themed gift for dads or another special adult. There will also be an Onni puzzle, a memory game, and Onni's little play bag to enjoy. This event is best for children aged 2-7 with an adult.
Hoo-hoo! Owls are nocturnal animals. In this workshop, we'll make our own soft owl that can be a sleep buddy. We'll stuff the owl with soft wadding and paint it with fabric paints. Technique: Textile, painting. Children can participate in Special Art Stuff as a child-adult pair or with a larger support group. This workshop is for preschool and elementary school-aged children who need special support. The space has a calm atmosphere. Each workshop takes a maximum of about five children with their groups. We work flexibly, taking into account the skills and needs of all participants. Visual support and sensory aids are available. In Special Art Stuff, you can create art in your own style and at your own pace. You can leave the space and take breaks as needed. The workshop has two art teachers, Sanna and Miila. Additionally, an extra assistant is available if needed. The workshop is free of charge. We are organizing three Special...
Come and craft your own robot or other imaginative creature with illustrator and children's author Linda Bondestam! The youngest family members will craft together with an adult.
Want to meet other cosplayers, brainstorm or make costumes, chat about cons, and hang out with like-minded people? Welcome to Kontula's cosplay meet-ups! We'll gather once a month on Saturdays during autumn 2026 at Luuppi Askis's craft hall, located at Ostostie 4. The hall has various materials available for making cosplay costumes. There's also a photo studio, so you can take pictures in your cosplay outfit! You can come even if you don't know what kind of costume you want to make yet. You can also just meet other cosplayers, chat, and hang out. There will be snacks and drinks, plus guidance on using the hall's equipment. We'll meet at the door of Luuppi Nuorisotalo at 5:00 PM! If you're late or have questions, please contact the leaders: 040 3545367 / Hannes (snapchat hannes_ohjaaja, ig hannes_kontula) 040 5833746 / Tytti. Cosplay Cafe & Workshop day...
Ready to see a performance that's never been seen before and will never be seen again? Loud Visual is back with an unforgettable evening of Improv! As per usual, Loud Visual has a visiting group to perform with them. This time, it's the Helsinki based improv group Pioneerit who specialise in exploratory and experimental improv. NoName Theatre. 5th floor, the entrance on Lapuankatu 25 7.11.2026 18.00-20.00 Tickets 5€ from Holvi Shop, age limit 16 yrs The doors close as soon as the show begins, so plan to be inside the theatre at least by 17.55. The building has an elevator. Unfortunately, there is no wheelchair-accessible toilet. More information about accessibility: therealloudvisual@gmail.com This is an alcohol-free event. You are welcome to bring a small snack to eat during the short break. The event is in English.
Everyone is welcome to the playground's music sessions! In these sessions, we'll do rhymes, sing, and make music – the rhythm will get your toes and fingers tapping. Parents will have a chance to meet other families with children, and kids will find playmates. Parents and children can participate in planning and carrying out activities together with the leaders. There's a possibility to warm up your own food and make coffee/tea.
Leikkipuisto Mellunmäki, Pyhätunturintie 2 · Helsinki
Are you learning how to read just now, or do you find reading out loud difficult? Come and practice reading with a Reading Dog! During a 15-minute reading session, you can read aloud to Reading Dog Luna. Luna listens patiently without criticising or interrupting. Reading Dog Vappu takes appointments at Munkkiniemi Library on Wednesdays: 19.8, 9.9, 30.9, 21.10, 11.11, 2.12, 30.12. at 18.00-19.05. Book your own reading time in the library's info or by telephone 09-31085033. Luna's trainer will be present at the session. Kennelliittokoirat
FLY, FLY, LADYBUG A little ladybug is looking for its place in the world. On its journey, it meets many new friends. The ladybug wants to learn to fly, but it's so difficult! The performance is like a picture book, with a new acquaintance from the world of the grass appearing on each spread. This wordless, warm-hearted performance, which delves deep into nature, is suitable for the youngest members of the family. Duration 30 min. The performance can also be ordered for kindergartens, schools, and various events. Note: the performance requires a darkened space. Ask for more information: Henna Lundberg, 020 735 2232, henna.lundberg[at]nukketeatterisampo.fi.
The whole Maunula-talo will be buzzing with activities! Join the Cosplay fashion show as your favourite character or dive into K-pop dance at Random Play Dance. At the mini art alley, art and craft lovers will be selling their creations, and you can make a pin from discarded library manga at the pin workshop. An anime film will be screened in Metsäpurosali. Månsas Deli café will be open all day. Entry is free, and there's no age limit for the event. The film and its age rating will be announced soon. Location: Metsäpurosali, lobby and youth centre, 2nd floor, and library, 1st floor. APPLICATION: Apply to join the art alley between 13.7.–10.8.2026 using this form.
PodiKlubi is a low-threshold meeting place for anyone interested in podcasts. Bring your own podcast or just come and listen and be inspired! The event will give participants the chance to present their podcast to others: we will listen to a short clip from an episode and exchange ideas on the themes it raises. Each podcast will have its moment in the spotlight, but the atmosphere will remain relaxed and conversational – no pressure, no competition. Admission is free and the event is drug and alcohol free. Duration: 2 hours Language: multilingual