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8 upcoming events this week.

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Thu 22 Oct

Thu 22 Oct, 17:00

Lukukoira Martta reading dog

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. Reading skills improve with a reading dog! At Lumo, we have a wonderful reading dog, Martta, whom you can read to twice a month on Thursdays from 5 PM to 6 PM. In autumn 2026, the reading dog will be available on September 10th, September 24th, October 8th, October 22nd, November 5th, November 19th, December 3rd, and December 17th. Each reading session lasts a maximum of 15 minutes. You can read a book you've brought with you or choose one from the library's collection. The reading dog's handler will be present during the session. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Instructions for reading sessions: Book a reading slot at Lumon kirjasto's info desk or by phone at 043 825 1305. One reader at a time can practice reading aloud with the reading dog. Let's focus on reading – the reading dog is a reading buddy, not a playmate. Reading dogs enjoy being petted. However, please ask the owner for permission first.

Lumon kirjasto, Urpiaisentie 14 · Vantaa

Free7–12 yrs

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Sat 24 Oct

Sat 24 Oct, 11:00

Ukrainian-language story time

A warm welcome to the world of Ukrainian stories! These story times are suitable for children aged 0-6 with their families. The session is led by a volunteer from Myyrmäki Library.

Myyrmäen kirjasto, Paalutori 3 · Vantaa

Free0–6 yrs

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Sat 24 Oct, 13:00

Daisy the reading dog

Want to practice reading aloud in a relaxed setting? Come read to a reading dog! All readers over 7 years old who want to practice reading can book a time with the reading dog. There's no need to be nervous when reading with a reading dog – the dog listens patiently and doesn't judge or point out mistakes or reading speed. Mosaiikki's reading dog is Daisy, a Rottweiler who has completed the Kennel Club's reading dog training. During the reading session, an instructor will also be present with the dog, but they will not interfere with the reading. You can read your own book to the reading dog or choose a book from the library. Instructions for the reading session: 1. You can book a slot with the reading dog at Mosaiikki's customer service desk or by phone (tel. 050 302 8367). Please notify the library if you need to cancel your booking! 2. Arrive on time with your chosen book. The reader participates in their slot alone, and each consecutive slot lasts

Mosaiikin kirjasto, Vantaankoskentie 69 · Vantaa

Free7+ yrs

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Mon 26 Oct

Mon 26 Oct, 14:00

Stories and creative activities about nature

Come to a nature reading circle where you can dive into the world of nature-themed books, read together, tell stories, and do creative nature activities!

Hakunilan kirjasto, Kimokuja 5 · Vantaa

Free

Luonto-Liiton Uudenmaan piiiri

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Wed 28 Oct

Wed 28 Oct, 14:30

Mosaiikin Halloween event for primary schoolers

Welcome to Mosaiikkisali for a Halloween event for primary schoolers! From 2:30 PM to 4 PM, we'll be inventing scary stories through drawing and writing. At 4 PM, Tim Burton's movie Hotel Transylvania (K7) will start. Feel free to dress up in theme and bring your own snacks for the movie! The library also has a horror book exhibition where you can find some creepy reads. The Halloween craft workshop is from 2:30 PM to 4 PM, and the movie screening is from 4 PM to 5:30 PM. The event is on October 28th, from 2 PM to 5:30 PM, at Mosaiikkisali.

Mosaiikin kirjasto, Vantaankoskentie 69 · Vantaa

Free7+ yrs

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Wed 28 Oct, 16:30

Reading dog Tuike

Our reading dog sessions are back at Tikkurilan kirjasto for the autumn term of 2026 – come and read! Want to practice reading aloud? A reading dog is a patient listener, so there's no need to feel nervous. Reading with a reading dog helps improve reading skills! At Tikkurilan kirjasto, you can read aloud to Tuike the reading dog on Wednesdays: September 30th, October 28th, November 18th, December 2nd, and December 16th. Each reading session lasts a maximum of 15 minutes. The reading dog's leader will be present during the session but won't interfere. You can read a book you've brought with you or choose one from the library's collection. Instructions for the reading session: 1. Book your slot at the children's section info desk or by phone (tel. 043 8250 964). 2. One reader at a time. 3. You can practice reading aloud with the reading dog. 4. Focus on reading – the reading dog is a reading buddy, not a playmate. 5. Reading dogs enjoy being petted, but please ask permission first.

Tikkurilan kirjasto, Lummetie 4 · Vantaa

Free7–12 yrs

Tikkurilan kirjasto

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Wed 28 Oct, 17:00

Reading cat Tuska

Come and read to reading cat Tuska at Hakunilan kirjasto. Book a 15-minute reading slot at the library in person or by calling the library's customer service (tel. 043 824 8306). Instructions for the reading slot: – Book a slot at the customer service desk or by phone. – Maximum two readers at a time. – You can practice reading aloud with the reading cat. – Let's focus on reading – the reading cat is a reading buddy, not a playmate. – The reading cat likes to be petted. However, ask the owner for permission first. – Children under school age must be accompanied by an adult.

Hakunilan kirjasto, Kimokuja 5 · Vantaa

Free≤6 yrs

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Thu 29 Oct

Thu 29 Oct, 10:00

Hakunila Library's Halloween

Hakunila Library is celebrating Halloween on Thursday, October 29th. There will be activities for children and schoolchildren. Word art station: Write your own horror story and leave it on the spooky wall for others to read. Drawing station: Come and color spooky coloring pages or draw something of your own. Terrifying books: Borrow something scary to read from the book exhibition. Pumpkin hunt: Can you find all the pumpkins hidden in the library? The best finders will get a sticker prize.

Hakunilan kirjasto, Kimokuja 5 · Vantaa

Free7–12 yrs

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Details come from the organisers' own calendars. Check the time and price with them before you go.