What to do with the kids?

Wed 28 Oct, 10:30

Vauva-aamu

Rentoa yhdessäoloa, vertaistukea sekä vaihtelevaa toimintaa. Tervetuloa kaikki vauvaperheet!

Leikkipuisto Tuorinniemi, Agnetankuja 4 · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 10:30

Baby Circus – The Adventure begins

Our baby classes are for mini circus superstars who have lots of energy and want to gain strength, coordination, dexterity, and more. We teach classes for children aged 6 months - to 1 years where they then join our Circus Sensory Classes with elements of acrobatics, and phycomotricity, among others. Our program builds confidence and resilience not only in the kids but also in the parents/tutors who are involved in the activities and performing a big part of the course objectives. Note: Parents or tutors are required to perform physical movements with their kids and is imperative to practice at home the exercises and tricks for the optimal result. Instructor: circus instructor and performer Enrique Salas Age recommendation: kids 6-12 months with an adult Duration: 5x45 min Languages: English, Spanish, Finnish Free entry Pre-registration starting from Tue 4.8. at 12 at stoa.fi. NOTE! PLEASE RESERVE ONLY ONE PLACE FOR BOTH YOU AND YOUR CHILD TOGETHER. More info: hanna.westerholm@hel.fi

Stoa, Turunlinnantie 1 · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 10:30

Movement Play

During our outdoor movement session, we'll play, do gymnastics, run, do tricks, play with balls, and go on adventures – anything is possible when kids and parents get to move around in the playground's yard! Kids will find playmates, and parents can get to know other families. If it's cold or rainy, we can hold the session indoors. You can warm up your own food and make coffee or tea here.

Leikkipuisto Iso-Antti, Valkovuokonpolku 20 · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 10:30

LIIRUM LAARUM LORU at Sahrami Family House

Welcome to the family morning at the family house for rhymes, movement, and exploration! The play and activity environment lets parents and children do things and play together, and kids will find playmates. While the children play, parents can get to know other families. Children and parents can help plan and run activities with the leaders. For more details, schedules, and program descriptions, check the family house's Instagram and Facebook pages. You can warm up your own food and make coffee/tea. The family house also has diaper changing facilities. Address: Haukilahdenkuja 3. We share the premises with Päiväkoti Viola, but 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.

Perhetalo Sahrami, Haukilahdenkuja 3 · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 10:30

Satu-Lohis Story Club

During story time, we'll read different stories with changing themes. If you like, you can even bring your own book for us to read.

Leikkipuisto Lohikäärmepuisto, Lohikäärmeenpolku 3 · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 11:00

Wednesday Soup

Welcome! Wednesday Soup for 5€ (under 6s free), for all ages at Nurmo parish hall on even-numbered weeks from 11 AM to 1 PM (September 2nd - November 25th, 2026).

Nurmon seurakuntakoti · Seinäjoki

Wed 28 Oct, 12:30

Piennarpiha community park baby meet-up

Come and meet other families with babies in the Masala area!

Piennarkuja 4 · Kirkkonummi

Wed 28 Oct, 13:00

Skappeli Wednesday - Move with Baby

Skappeli is a warm meeting place for families on the 2nd floor of Skanssi – come spend time, relax, and join in free activities whenever suits you! We offer diverse, guided activities for families, organized by trained children's leaders. On Wednesday afternoons at 2 PM, we move with babies at Skappeli – there will be easy baby exercise for those aged approximately 3–12 months. In the 'Move with Baby' sessions, we do various exercises suitable for small babies: gymnastics, dancing, and other baby-led movements. These activities support the baby's body awareness, joy of movement, and shared activities with an adult. All our activities are open and free of charge – you can come whenever it suits you, without registration. The space can accommodate about 40 people at a time. You can bring your own snacks and treats for the children. We offer coffee, tea.

Skanssin Skappeli, Skanssinkatu 10 · Turku

Wed 28 Oct, 13:00

Game Wednesday

Come to Tapanilan kirjasto on Wednesdays to play! Once a week, the library hosts an afternoon program for schoolchildren, with board games and Nintendo Switch available.

Tapanilan kirjasto, Hiidenkiventie 21 · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 13:00

Baby Meet-up in Hirvensalo

This warm and friendly group is a place to chat about everyday things, share experiences, and enjoy being together. We'll also have sing-alongs suitable for little ones. Coffee, tea, and small snacks are available. The group is for children aged 0–1.5 years with their parents, and expecting parents are also welcome. Come spend a nice moment with others in the same life situation – a warm welcome! We meet on Aug 26, Sep 2, Sep 16, Sep 23, Sep 30, Oct 7, Oct 21, Oct 28, Nov 4, Nov 11, Nov 18, Nov 25, Dec 2, Dec 9, and Dec 16. No registration needed. Free of charge.

Hirvensalon seurakuntakeskus · Turku

Wed 28 Oct, 13:00

Baby Café at Littoisten seurakuntatalo

The baby café is an open café for babies around one year old and their parents. If you're looking for company from other families and a moment with a cup of coffee, come join us! Welcome!

Wed 28 Oct, 13:30

TODAY WE MEET CAFÉ at Sahrami Family House

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!

Perhetalo Sahrami, Haukilahdenkuja 3 · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 13:30

Barnhålan club

Every Wednesday during the school year, students in grades 3-6 are welcome to Barnhålan on the first floor of Aurelia. At Barnhålan, you can play, play board games, do crafts, chill with friends, listen to music, eat snacks, move to various exercise videos on a big screen, and get help with homework. Children are allowed to have their mobile phones to, for example, contact their parents, but here the idea is for children to socialize with friends instead of being glued to their screens. Welcome! Snacks are served from 1:30 PM to 4 PM. This is an open activity, no pre-registration needed.

Aurelia · Turku

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

Wed 28 Oct, 14:30

After School Activities at Mosaiikki Library

Welcome to After School Activities to try new things! After School Activities are aimed at primary school children, and during them, you can do arts and crafts, cook and play — among other things. After School Activities will be held between 2:30 PM and 4:00 PM in the Group Room of the Mosaiikki Library. The program for After School Activities during October: 7.10. Puzzles 14.10. Cooking 21.10. Board games 28.10. Scary stories

Mosaiikin kirjasto, Vantaankoskentie 69 · Vantaa

Wed 28 Oct, 15:00

Malmi Library's Word Art Group

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.

Malmin kirjasto, Ala-Malmin tori 1 · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 15:00

Girls' Space Wednesday Group

You can come to the Girls' Space on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons to spend time and get to know other young people in a relaxed atmosphere.

Nicehearts ry, Lummetie 2b · Vantaa

Wed 28 Oct, 15:00

What is your deck like?

The environment of the Pakkala youth center is being developed into a place for residents of the area to meet, do activities and have fun together. Residents are invited to spend an afternoon together on Wed 28 October from 3-6 pm.

Pakkalan nuorisotila Wintti, Ylästöntie 35 · Vantaa

Wed 28 Oct, 15:00

Malmi Library's Word Art Group

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.

Malmitalo, Ala-Malmin tori 1 · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 15:30

Workshop afternoon at Iso Omena Library

Come and craft every week in the workshop at Iso Omena Library. Each workshop afternoon has its own theme. The library provides all materials. Small children together with an adult. Welcome!

Ison Omenan kirjasto, Suomenlahdentie 1 · Espoo

Wed 28 Oct, 15:30

Wednesday Club for 3rd-4th Graders

This is a club for schoolchildren where they play, have fun, and do crafts. The club meets once a week and is free of charge. No pre-registration is needed, and you can join the club even in the middle of the season. There are no club activities during weeks 42 and 9, or on public holidays. The club leaders are young volunteers from the parish. The clubs include a short devotional moment.

Pihatupa · Seinäjoki

Wed 28 Oct, 16:00

Snack Club for 1st-2nd Graders at Ylistaron pappila

In the snack club, children practice making snacks together with the club leaders. The club meets once a week and is free of charge. Pre-registration is required for the club, which needs to be done once per club season. You can also join the club in the middle of the season if there are open spots. Inquire about open club spots from Elina at 040 6881450. There are no club activities during weeks 42 and 9, or on public holidays. The club includes a short devotional moment.

Ojalan pappila · Seinäjoki

Wed 28 Oct, 16:00

Arts and crafts afternoon in the library’s Makerspace

Come and do arts and crafts together in the library's Makerspace. Each afternoon has a different theme. The library will provide the necessary materials.

Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoonlahdenkatu 8 · Espoo

Wed 28 Oct, 16:00

Get to know the Maker Space

Come and learn about the Maker Space devices and possibilities with the guidance of library staff. Events are always held in the library Maker Space from 4 to 6 p.m. No registration. Thursday 24th of September, we will use a vinyl cutter to make stickers or fabric prints. If you want to try fabric printing, bring your own clothing or fabric. Wednesday 28th of Ocktober, we will sew with overlock and sewing machines. We will learn about the technical aspects of the equipment, but we do not offer actual sewing instruction.

Entressen kirjasto, Paja, Siltakatu 11 · Espoo

Wed 28 Oct, 16:00

Kuunloiste Children's Choir

The Kuunloiste Children's Choir is for primary school-aged children who love to sing and make music. Practices are on Wednesdays from 4–4:45 PM at Hakunilan kirkko. Kuunloiste has a happy and relaxed vibe, so come join the choir adventure! The choir is led by cantor Sini Nikku. This hobby is free of charge. For more information, email sini.nikku@evl.fi.

Hakunilan kirkko · Vantaa

Wed 28 Oct, 16:15

Children's Comic Workshop

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

Wed 28 Oct, 16:30

LGBTQ+ gaming: Gaymers' Night

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.

Pelitalo Sture, Konepajankuja 3 · Helsinki

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

Wed 28 Oct, 16:30

Children's writing club at Lauritsalan kirjasto

Welcome to the writing club led by word artist Pilvi Valtonen!

Lauritsalan kirjasto, Hallituskatu 27 · Lappeenranta

Wed 28 Oct, 17:00

Pikku Huopalahti's reading dog

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

Wed 28 Oct, 17:00

Reading dog

Read out loud to reading dog Kaffe in the library! Book your 15-minute time at the library's service desk.

Etelä-Haagan kirjasto, Isonnevantie 16 B · Helsinki

Wed 28 Oct, 17:00

Masterchef club

The Masterchef club is for all primary school children.

Pappila, Kuninkaantie 28 · Sipoo

Wed 28 Oct, 17:00

Chess club

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

Wed 28 Oct, 17:00

Religions' Peace Walk in Turku 2026

The Religions' Peace Walk will once again bring together representatives of different religions in Turku this year.

Turun tuomiokirkkoseurakunta, Turun tuomiokirkko, Tuomiokirkonkatu 1 · Turku

Wed 28 Oct, 17:00

Today's theatre practice

Today's theatre practice

Stadin yhteisötalo Alppila, Sturenkatu 11 · Helsinki

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

Wed 28 Oct, 17:00

Masterchef club

A Masterchef club for all elementary school kids.

Pappila, Kuninkaantie 28 · Sipoo

Wed 28 Oct, 17:30

Familjeskoj club

Have you gone back to work and miss the community of the Family Café? Or do you want a few hours of activities for your child while you do something else? Familjeskoj makes it possible. You can come every week or just now and then. At Familjeskoj, kids can play and do crafts. We'll serve an evening snack. Welcome!

Aurelia · Turku

Wed 28 Oct, 17:30

Cooking club for 3rd-6th graders at Ylistaron Pappila

At the cooking club, kids will bake and cook together with the club leaders. It meets once a week and is free. You need to sign up once for the term, but you can join mid-term if there are spots available. To ask about open spots, contact Elina at 040 6881450. The club doesn't run during weeks 42 and 9, or on public holidays. There's a short devotional moment during the club.

Ojalan pappila · Seinäjoki

Wed 28 Oct, 17:30

Taking Charge of Daily Life – support for parents of neurodivergent children

Taking Charge of Daily Life offers practical tips, peer support, and new perspectives for parents of neurodivergent children to make everyday family life smoother. Do you need practical tips for making daily life easier with a neurodivergent child? Welcome to this group for parents, where we'll work together to find effective ways to ease the whole family's daily routines. The group will cover topics like routines, anticipation, transitions, emotional regulation, sensory sensitivities, and parents' own well-being. The goal of these meetings is to provide concrete tools for daily life and a chance to share experiences with other parents in similar situations. The group is led by volunteer Janni Ekman, a solution-focused neurodevelopmental coach. A warm welcome to find new perspectives and effective solutions to support your daily life!

Koivulan seurakuntatalo · Turku