What to do with the kids?

Mon 2 Nov, 17:00

Cuentacuentos storytelling

Reading stories to children in Spanish.

Sellon kirjasto, Leppävaarankatu 9 · Espoo

Mon 2 Nov, 17:00

Pelikino: Minecraft movie (K7)

Pelikino will be showing a Minecraft movie chosen by children.

Keravan kaupunginkirjasto, Paasikivenkatu 12 · Kerava

Mon 2 Nov, 17:00

MLL family club session

A family club session run by volunteers from Hirvensalo MLL for all families. Meets on odd-numbered weeks. Free of charge, no registration needed.

Hirvensalon seurakuntakeskus · Turku

Mon 2 Nov, 17:30

Read to Reading Dog Johka at Kirkonkylän kirjasto

A reading dog listens to the reader and supports reading practice. During the reading session, an adult does not interfere with the reading, allowing the reader to practice at their own pace.

Nietoinkuja 1 · Vihti

Mon 2 Nov, 17:30

Reading Dog Alma

Come practice reading with reading dog Alma at Länsimäen kirjasto. Book a reading slot at the library in person or by calling the library's customer service (tel. 043 825 1548). Readers of all ages can read to the reading dog. Instructions for the reading session: – Book a slot at the customer service desk or by phone. – A maximum of two readers at a time. – You can practice reading aloud with the reading dog. – Let's focus on reading – the reading dog is a reading buddy, not a playmate. – The reading dog likes to be petted. However, please ask the owner for permission first. – Children under school age must be accompanied by an adult.

Länsimäen kirjasto, Suunnistajankuja 2 · Vantaa

Mon 2 Nov, 17:30

Reading Buddy Ringo

Come and read to a reading dog! Ringo, the happy tail wagging dog, waits with his handler for readers at the Nöykkiö library every second Monday from 17.30-18.30. Reading dog meets children over 5 years old.

Nöykkiön kirjasto, Oxfotintie 4 · Espoo

Mon 2 Nov, 18:00

Church Music Week wind orchestra concert

Wind orchestras Viventi and Virtuoso at Church Music Week. The Church Music Week wind orchestra concert will feature classical and spiritual melodies at Karjasilta Church on Mon 2.11.2026 at 6 PM. Free entry! Performers are wind orchestras Virtuoso and Viventi. Oboe soloist Kostja Sippola and Erkka Sipilä on organ. Conductors are Marjaana Rantakeisu, Matias Nässi, Esa Lappi, and Sauli Orbinski. Devotional moment by Joonas Vapaavuori.

Karjasillan kirkko · Oulu

Mon 2 Nov, 18:00

Children's Open Stage event

Children's Open Stage is a fun event where kids can freely perform with their own talents! Singing, dancing, poems, magic, or even stand-up – all performances are welcome.

Kulttuuritalo Lilla Villan, Jussaksentie 16 · Sipoo

Mon 2 Nov, 18:30

Evening Story Time

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!

Munkkiniemen kirjasto, Riihitie 22 · Helsinki

Tue 3 Nov, 09:00

First Baby Club

A club for parents with their first child. The First Baby Club is for parents who have had their first child. In the First Baby Club, new parents can catch up, discuss things on their mind, share experiences, and enjoy parenthood together. For children over one year old, we recommend other clubs in the area. There is no pre-registration for the club, and it is free of charge. Coffee and biscuits are available at the club. If you wish, you can also bring your own snacks; there is a possibility to warm baby food in the space. The club operates at Hiukkavaaratalo youth centre (library end), but the activities are organised by Oulujoki parish. The First Baby Club will move to the new Hiukkavaara parish hall once it is completed in autumn 2026 (October-November). The club meets once a week on Tuesdays from 9 AM to 11 AM. The first meeting of the autumn season is on 1.9. Exceptions are the following dates

Hiukkavaaran seurakuntatalo · Oulu

Tue 3 Nov, 09:00

Skidi Week festival: Dance Theatre Raatikko's Ding Dong! at Tuusulanjärvi School

Dance Theatre Raatikko's sensory dance performance invites you to explore sounds during Skidi Week.

Tuusulanjärven koulun sali, Tuusulantie 131 · Tuusula

Tue 3 Nov, 09:00

Juhlahetket ryhmille Synttärit!-näyttelyssä en

Tiistaisin klo 9–10. Lisää ajankohtia julkaistaan elokuussa. Kesto 60 min. Maksuton. Pakolliset ennakkovaraukset. Yksi ryhmä (max noin 20 lasta) / v

Lastenkulttuurikeskus Pessi, Vernissakatu 4 K-krs · Vantaa

Tue 3 Nov, 09:30

Poetry spa for families with babies (from 4 months–1 year)

What is a poetry spa for families with babies? Babies need to be bathed in their own mother tongue. Babies love to play, and they love snappy rhymes and the rhythm of poetry, which research shows also helps develop their brains! Through poems and nursery rhymes, babies have their first literary experiences. Give your child the gift of melodious language! Welcome to the world of poetry games and nursery rhymes! The event is in finnish.

Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoonlahdenkatu 8 · Espoo

Tue 3 Nov, 09:30

Poetry spa for baby families (4 months - 1 year)

What is a poetry spa? Babies need to be immersed in their own mother tongue. Babies love play, catchy rhymes, and the rhythm of poetry, which research shows also develops their brains! Through poems and rhymes, babies get their first literary experience. Give your child the gift of melodious language! Welcome to join us for poetry games and rhymes! Meetings in the Salon at Lippulaiva library on Tuesdays: 11.8. / 25.8. / 8.9./ 22.9. / 6.10. / 20.10. / 3.11. / 17.11. / 1.12. / 15.12

Lippulaivan kirjasto, Salonki, Espoonlahdenkatu 8 · Espoo

Tue 3 Nov, 09:30

Toddler forest bath, in Annala

A forest bath is a guided nature moment for children and adults together, where we'll wonder at the colours, sights, and smells of the forest.

Tue 3 Nov, 09:30

Open Storytime

Welcome to the morning story time sessions, which are open to everyone at the Nöykkiö Library. In the library's storytime we read stories to children aged 3-6. The language of the storytime is Finnish. This autumn's morning story time sessions will be held at 9:30 a.m. on tuesdays 18.8., 15.9., 6.10., 3.11. ja 8.12.

Nöykkiön kirjasto, Oxfotintie 4 · Espoo

Tue 3 Nov, 10:00

Little Ones' Morning

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

Tue 3 Nov, 10:00

Story Time at the Main Library

We hold open story times at the main library.

Pohjoinen Koulutie 2 · Sipoo

Tue 3 Nov, 10:15

Songs and Rhymes Session

A songs-and-rhymes session for under-3s, together with an adult.

Kirkkotori 1 · Kirkkonummi

Tue 3 Nov, 10:30

Rhyme time for babies and small children

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

Tue 3 Nov, 11:00

Baby music group

In our early childhood music sessions, we learn well-known and newer songs. During the sessions, we play music, explore a variety of instruments and take part in musical games. It doesn’t matter if you have never played an instrument or sung before. We discover music and have fun together with your child. The baby music session lasts 30 minutes. Everyone is welcome to join regardless of language skills or musical background. The group is intended for children aged 3 months to 3 years. Participation is free of charge. We recommend bringing your own blanket or non-slip socks, depending on the child’s age. Please only attend the session if you are feeling well. Registration for the baby music sessions is available via the link below: https://link.webropol.com/s/vauvamuskari Registration opens on 24 August at 10:00 for the following music sessions: Tapiola Library (youth space) 21 October at 10:30 Iso Omena Library (Stage) 27 October at 11:00 Sello Library (Jaminurkka) 28 October at 10:30 Entresse Library (Blue Room) 3 November at 11:00 Lippulaiva Library (Salon) 4 November at 11:00 Kauklahti Library 11 November at 10:30 Sello Library (Jaminurkka) 17 November at 11:00 Entresse Library (jukebox) 25 November at 11:00 Iso Omena Library (youth space VOX) 2 December at 11:00 The sessions are led by music pedagogues Sakari Heikka and Lauri Iljin. sakari.heikka(at)espoo.fi lauri.iljin(at)espoo.fi

Entressen kirjasto, Siltakatu 11 · Espoo

Tue 3 Nov, 14:00

Game Week: Activity Workshop

Activity workshops are afternoon activities organized by Vantaa City Library for schoolchildren, where they get to know different literacies and new hobbies through fun shared activities. On 3.11., the activity workshop will have game-themed activities. The event is part of the national Game Week, which aims to highlight games, gaming, and game education. The poster for Game Week 2026 was illustrated by Anna Polkutie. More events for Vantaa City Library's Game Week can be found in Vantaa's event calendar. Image: Anna Polkutie.

Länsimäen kirjasto, Suunnistajankuja 2 · Vantaa

Tue 3 Nov, 14:00

Game Week: Activity Workshop for primary school children

Welcome to the autumn Activity Workshops to try new things! The Activity Workshop is an activity session designed for primary school children, where you can, among other things, craft, play, game, and discover new hobbies. We'll be active at Lumon kirjasto on Tuesdays from 2 PM to 4 PM. At the Game Week Activity Workshop on 3.11., we'll play the Pokemon card game. Dates and contents of all autumn Activity Workshops: 8.9. Kpop Demon hunters 13.10. Robotics 3.11. Pokemon card game 15.12. Crafting ------ The Activity Workshop is part of Vantaa City Library's Game Week programme. Game Week is a theme week for game education and game culture, organised since 2011, aiming to highlight games, gaming, and game education.

Lumon kirjasto, Urpiaisentie 14 · Vantaa

Tue 3 Nov, 14:30

Game Week: Activity Wednesday, Dream Game Character workshop

This week's Activity Wednesday falls during Game Week. During Game Week's Activity Wednesday, we'll be designing dream game characters. If you like, you can enter your designed character into Game Week's national competition, where the winner of each age category will receive a €200 game gift package. No prior experience is needed, and all ages are welcome! The competition is divided into three age categories: Under 12s: The main focus is on a fun idea and the joy of creation. The character's backstory can be short (e.g., 5–10 sentences). 13-17 year olds: More detailed visual execution and a story that reveals the character's motivations and game world are expected. Adults: Adults are expected to present more in-depth concept design and a nuanced character description, also reflected in the illustration. More information about Game Week's Dream Game Character competition can be found here.

Mosaiikin kirjasto, Vantaankoskentie 69 · Vantaa

Tue 3 Nov, 15:00

Pokemon event

Come along to this Pokemon-themed event where Pokemon fans, collectors, and new enthusiasts of all ages can meet each other! At the event, you can learn about the Pokemon card game, show off your own collections, or just enjoy looking at others'. For the littlest ones, there will be Pokemon-themed crafts. Grab your Poke Balls and come join us!

Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoonlahdenkatu 8 · Espoo

Tue 3 Nov, 15:00

Game Week festival: PS5 tournament

Come and compete in Tikkurila library's Game Week PS5 tournament. The game for the tournament will be decided together with the participating players, taking into account factors like the number of players. This event is for schoolchildren. Participation is free of charge. The event is part of the national Game Week, which aims to highlight games, gaming, and game education. The Game Week 2026 poster was illustrated by Anna Polkutie.

Tikkurilan kirjasto, Lummetie 4 · Vantaa

Tue 3 Nov, 15:00

Playing Cards with Valtapeli Cards

What else is democracy all about besides voting? During Game Week on November 3, people will be playing regular card games with “Valtapeli” cards at Point, the youth space at the Sello Library. The cards offer a humorous take on Finnish democracy and get your brain working, encouraging you to think about democracy from different perspectives. Card games will be played from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Sellon kirjasto, Leppävaarankatu 9 · Espoo

Tue 3 Nov, 15:00

Word Art Club for grades 3-6

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

Tue 3 Nov, 15:00

Game Week game event at Sammonlahden kirjasto

Welcome to celebrate International Game Week at Sammonlahden kirjasto.

Sammonlahden kirjasto, Sammonlahden kirjasto, Ruskonlahdenkatu 5-7 · Lappeenranta

Tue 3 Nov, 15:30

Board Game Club

Board Game Club is a gaming club held at the Lappeenranta Main Library, where both new and experienced players can meet fellow enthusiasts and, most importantly, play games together!

Valtakatu 47 · Lappeenranta

Tue 3 Nov, 15:30

Reading dog Noppa

Are you just learning to read or need more confidence in your reading? Come read to a reading dog. Book your own reading slot at the library's customer service or by phone at 043 825 1308. Each reading slot is about 15 minutes. The reading dog is for all readers over 5 years old who need more confidence in their reading. The dog doesn't judge or comment on mistakes, slowness, or hesitation. The dog's presence relaxes and encourages reading. Myyrmäki library's reading dog is Noppa, a Shetland Sheepdog, who has completed the Finnish Kennel Club's reading dog training. The reading dog's handler will be present during the reading session but will not interfere with the reading. You can read your own book to the reading dog or choose a book from those provided by the library. In autumn 2026, the reading dog will be present every other Tuesday from 8.9.-15.12. between 3:30 PM and 4:30 PM. Please note an exception: the reading dog will not be present on 22.9.; the visit is moved to Tuesday 29.9.

Myyrmäen kirjasto, Paalutori 3 · Vantaa

Tue 3 Nov, 16:00

Craft Club

The Craft Club is held at Mårtensdals skola for children in grades 1-6, where we craft and create together. This is the club for you in grades 1-6 who love crafting. During autumn 2026, we will do lots of different and exciting crafts together with our club leaders. Come and be creative with us! Please wear clothes that can get a bit dirty. The Craft Club meets every other Tuesday on odd weeks from 4-5 PM at Mårtensdals skola. The club is run by the parish's assistant leaders with support from staff. Register HERE!

Mårtensdals skola · Vantaa

Tue 3 Nov, 17:00

Mr. Omar's Chess Club

Chess Club in Entresse Library's youth section Kibe.

Entressen kirjasto, Siltakatu 11 · Espoo

Tue 3 Nov, 17:00

Reading dogs at Kaukajärvi Library

Kids can read to a reading dog at Hervanta library. It’s beneficial to children who have reading difficulties, performance anxiety etc.

Kaukajärven kirjasto, Käätykatu 6 · Tampere

Tue 3 Nov, 17:00

Whole Family Twilight Activities

Whole family twilight activities at Hämmäauteensuo on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 5 PM to 7 PM.

Vanha Viipurintie 641 · Lappeenranta

Tue 3 Nov, 17:30

Family Lounge

Time together and peer support. In the Family Lounge, children get playmates their own age. As an adult, you'll meet other parents in similar life situations and get to enjoy empowering peer support for family life. The weekday evening Family Lounge has a changing shared program. The evening includes a short devotional moment and a small evening snack is available. Sari Häkki, a family activities leader, will be present at the evening Family Lounge. A warm welcome to this open activity!

Vapaalan seurakuntatalo · Vantaa

Tue 3 Nov, 17:30

Reading dog Häxa at Rikhardinkatu library

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

Tue 3 Nov, 17:30

Gaming YouTuber Kakkuh at the library

Come say hello to Kakkuh at the library! Popular gaming YouTuber Kakkuh is visiting Järvenpään kirjasto on Tuesday, November 3, from 5:30 PM to 7 PM.

Järvenpään kirjasto, Kirjastokatu 8 · Järvenpää

Tue 3 Nov, 17:30

Family evening at Korson kirkko

Welcome to a family evening! Welcome to a family evening at Korson kirkko. This family evening is held in honour of fathers. All families are welcome to the evening. The evening offers free activities for children of all ages to do with a parent. A light evening snack will be served. No separate registration is needed for the evening. More information from Nina Okkonen nina.okkonen@evl.fi, 050-574 7283

Korson seurakuntakeskus · Vantaa

Tue 3 Nov, 18:00

Reading pet Lloyd

Reading Dog Lloyd loves stories and enjoys listening to them. Come and practise reading with Lloyd. This gentle furry friend will be at the library on Tuesdays: 8 September, 6 October, 3 November and 8 December. Lloyd will be in the Story Room (saturiutta) at Iso Omena Library from 6.00 pm to 7.00 pm.

Ison Omenan kirjasto, Suomenlahdentie 1 · Espoo