What to do with the kids?

Thu 12 Nov, 18:00

Reading Dog Tyyne

Reading DogTyyne is eagerly awaiting readers at Tapiola Library from 6pm to 7pm. 20.8. 17.9. 15.10. 12.11. 10.12. Welcome! #HelloEspoo

Tapiolan kirjasto, Espoon kulttuurikeskus, Kulttuuriaukio 2 · Espoo

Fri 13 Nov, 09:30

Art mornings for little ones / poetry play

In poetry play sessions, you will be introduced to the world of children's poems and nursery rhymes with a gentle touch, the rhythm of the poem, and the language.

Lastenkulttuurikeskus Pessi, Vernissakatu 4 K-krs · Vantaa

Fri 13 Nov, 10:00

Main Library Story Time

Welcome to listen to a story at Sananjalka in the main library! This story time is for children under school age, and children in home care with their carers, family daycare providers with their groups, and other small groups are all welcome. The story time lasts about 20 minutes.

Nurmijärven pääkirjasto, Punamullantie 1 · Nurmijärvi

Fri 13 Nov, 10:00

Småtting på bibban

Welcome to a reading session in Swedish for toddlers aged 1-3 years.

Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki

Sat 14 Nov, 10:30

Whole family literary event: Kirjalitta – Animal-themed book fun

The day's programme includes performances, rhyme baths, author visits, an animal-themed children's book quiz, and other fun literary activities for the whole family.

Pääkirjasto Metso, Pirkankatu 2 · Tampere

Sat 14 Nov, 10:30

Monikielisiä satuhetkiä

Description in Finnish

Monikielisiä satuhetkiä tarjolla satuhuone Onnelissa!

Järvenpään kirjasto, Kirjastokatu 8 · Järvenpää

Sat 14 Nov, 14:00

Somali Story Time

Welcome to spend a wonderful moment with stories! A shared moment around stories, language, and culture. The story time is suitable for children aged 3-6 with their families. There will be relaxed togetherness and captivating stories in Somali – an opportunity to listen, empathize, and enjoy stories together. This is a perfect moment to pause – welcome! Welcome to share a beautiful time of stories with us! It is a shared time where children are given the opportunity to listen to stories read in their mother tongue. *👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who is it for?* Children aged 3-6 and their parents. *📖 What will be done?* A calm time together and interesting stories in Somali. Welcome!

Malmin kirjasto, Ala-Malmin tori 1 · Helsinki

Sat 14 Nov, 14:00

Skazka - Russian Story Time

Welcome to Myyrmäki Library's Russian story time! This story time is suitable for children aged approximately 0-5 and their families. Free entry, welcome! Autumn 2026 stories: Sept 19 at 2-3 PM, Oct 17 at 2-3 PM, Nov 14 at 2-3 PM, Dec 5 at 1-3 PM. **** Сказка зовет! Приглашаем вас в путешесвие в мир сказки. Добро пожаловать! Приходите всей семьей- будет весело и интересно каждому! Возрост: от 0 до 4-5 лет **** Keyword: children's culture Illustration: Emilia Erfving

Myyrmäen kirjasto, Paalutori 3 · Vantaa

Sun 15 Nov, 11:15

Story time and craft sessions in German - Märchen- und Bastelstunden auf Deutsch

Dive into the world of German fairy tales at the main library in Metso! Wir lesen Geschichten auf Deutsch for Kinder im Vorlesealter (0–6 Jahre). Kommt vorbei, macht es euch gemütlich und hört zu.

Pääkirjasto Metso, Pirkankatu 2 · Tampere

Sun 15 Nov, 14:00

Tatu and Patu's 14 Strange Problems

And the solutions to them.

Rientola, Pisteenkaari 3 · Vihti

Mon 16 Nov, 18:00

Evening Story Time

Come and enjoy a relaxed evening at the library! The evening story will be told using interactive methods, and everyone can join in the story experience, no matter what language they speak at home. After the story, there'll be a small evening snack and time to relax together and browse books. Children need to attend with an adult. All autumn story times are: Mon 31.8., Mon 14.9., Mon 12.10., Mon 16.11., Mon 14.12.

Myllypuron kirjasto, Kiviparintie 2 · Helsinki

Mon 16 Nov, 18:00

Reading Dog Kossi

Come and meet Kossi the reading dog at the library. If your child wants to practice reading, Kossi will happily listen without barking or judging. Kossi also loves cuddles and scratches!

Sellon kirjasto, Leppävaarankatu 9 · Espoo

Mon 16 Nov, 18:00

Russian-Language Story Time

A Russian-language story time, once a month.

Kirkkotori 1 · Kirkkonummi

Tue 17 Nov, 09:15

Main Library Morning Story Times

The Main Library holds morning story times for families and early childhood education groups once a month on Tuesdays.

Rovaniemen Pääkirjasto, Jorma Eton tie 6 · Rovaniemi

Tue 17 Nov, 09:30

Lighthouse Keeper Svante’s Museum Trail at the Suomenlinna Museum

Explore the Suomenlinna Museum, which tells the story of the history and present day of the Suomenlinna fortress, through Lighthouse Keeper Svante’s interactive museum trail. Lighthouse Keeper Svante has hidden twinkling specks of light, small tasks, and guiding clues throughout the museum exhibition. During their search, they learn a thing or two about the 270-year-old sea fortress and the lives of its inhabitants. The museum's receptionist will give you tips on where to start. The program is primarily aimed at preschool-aged children and pupils in grades 1–3 (maximum group size 25 participants). Groups move through the museum under the supervision of a responsible adult. Register and reserve a time slot for your group by email: guidebooking(@)suomenlinnatours.com.

Suomenlinna-museo, Suomenlinna C 74 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 10:00

Story Time at Tesoman kirjasto

All children, parents, grandparents, and caregivers are welcome to join the library's story time.

Tesoman kirjasto, Tesomankatu 4 · Tampere

Tue 17 Nov, 16:45

Information on volunteer activities in Vuosaari

Information on volunteer activities on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 4:45 PM to 6:30 PM at Vuosaaren kirjasto's Stage, Mosaiikkitori 2, 00980 Hki. Have you just retired and are wondering what meaningful things to do? Could volunteering be for you? This free training is for anyone interested. We'll cover the basics of volunteering, practical matters, and interaction skills – you'll gain good readiness to start. You can receive a certificate from the training. As a volunteer, you work when it suits you. There are many types of tasks available with different target groups, and you'll learn about them during the training. Experts will be present at the training to specifically introduce regional volunteering opportunities at the library, community centre, youth centre, Vuotalo, and sports guidance activities. Volunteers are needed, for example, to help with events, encourage physical activity, assist in the daily life of the youth centre, lead groups, provide homework help, and shelve books.

Vuosaaren kirjasto, Mosaiikkitori 2 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 17:00

Reading dogs at Lielahti Library

The job of a reading dog is to listen to the reader and provide a presence. They don't judge or point out if the reader makes an error, reads more slowly than others or hesitates.

Lielahden kirjasto, Antti Possin Kuja 1 · Tampere

Tue 17 Nov, 17:30

Lukukoira Hannu

Description in Finnish

Opetteletko lukemaan? Haluaisitko harjoitella lukukoiran kanssa? Lukukoira Hannu on kuuntelun ammattilainen, joka lempeästi auttaa lukijaa rentoutumaan. Voit varata ajan lukukoiralle tiistaisin klo 17.30-18.30 välisenä aikana. Yksi lukuhetki kestää 15 minuuttia ja hetkeen osallistuvat lukija, Hannu-koira ja hänen ohjaajansa. Ajanvaraus Malmin kirjaston asiakaspalvelupisteestä tai puhelimitse 0931085070. Lukijan ikäraja 4 vuotta, varauksen tekee aikuinen.

Malmin kirjasto, Ala-Malmin tori 1 · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 17:00

Lukukoira Häxa

Description in Finnish

Haluaisitko harjoitella ääneen lukemista? Lukukoira on kärsivällinen kuuntelija, jonka kanssa lukemista ei tarvitse jännittää. Lukukoira tarjoaa kuuntelevat korvansa ja empaattisen, karvaisen läsnäolonsa ääneen lukevalle. Lukukoiran kanssa lukutaito kehittyy! Yksi lukuhetki kestää noin 15min. Voit lukea koiralle mukaan ottamaasi kirjaa tai valita mieleisesi kirjaston kirjoista. Lukukoiran ohjaaja on läsnä lukuhetkessä. Ohjaajan tehtävä on valvoa lukuhetkeä sivusta, mutta ei puuttua sen kulkuun. Syyskauden ohjelma: ke 9.9., 30.9., 21.10., 18.11. ja 9.12. klo 17-18.20. Ohjeet lukuhetkeä varten: Varaa aika kirjaston info-tiskiltä tai puhelimitse 09 31085063 (vain yksi aika per kerta). Muistathan myös peruuttaa varauksesi, jos et pääsekään paikalle. Yksi lukija kerrallaan. Lukukoiran kanssa voi harjoitella ääneen lukemista. Rauhoitutaan lukemiseen. Lukukoira on lukukaveri, ei leikkikaveri. Lukukoirat pitävät silityksestä. Kysy kuitenkin ensin omistajalta lupa. Tervetuloa lukemaan, koira kuuntelee kaikilla kielillä! Tapahtuma on maksuton. Kuvassa borderterrieri Häxa

Maunulan kirjasto, Metsäpurontie 4 · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 18:00

Evening Porridge

Join us at Puistolan kirjasto for an open story time on Wednesdays, September 9th, October 7th, and November 18th, at 6 PM. We'll read all sorts of stories, and there'll be evening porridge too. Everyone's welcome!

Puistolan kirjasto, Nurkkatie 2 · Helsinki

Thu 19 Nov, 14:00

Shared Reading Time for Primary Schoolers

During our shared reading time, we'll read a text aloud together and then have a relaxed discussion. This reading time is aimed at primary school children, and everyone is welcome regardless of their reading level. Let's enjoy the joy of reading together! The reading time will be held in the Hymiö room on the 2nd floor of Myyrmäen kirjasto. A library employee will lead the session. No advance registration needed. Welcome! Keyword: children's culture.

Myyrmäen kirjasto, Paalutori 3 · Vantaa

Thu 19 Nov, 15:00

Minecraft-tapahtuma

Description in Finnish

Minecraft-aiheista puuhaa lapsille ja nuorille Myllypuron kirjastolla. Luvassa on mm. tietovisa, askartelua, pinssit ja kuvauspiste. Esillä on myös Minecraft-aiheisia kirjoja, joita voit halutessasi lainata kotiin. Ei ennakkoilmoittautumista. Vapaa pääsy. Tervetuloa!

Myllypuron kirjasto, Kiviparintie 2 · Helsinki

Sat 21 Nov, 10:00

Family Movie at Tesoman kirjasto

Family films at Tesoman kirjasto.

Tesoman kirjasto, Tesomankatu 4 · Tampere

Sat 21 Nov, 10:30

Story time in Russian

Come dive into the world of fairy tales at the Entressen Library. Fairy tale moments are in Russian and aimed at families with children. A warm welcome to all! Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m 22.8, 26.9, 17.10, 21.11 & 19.12.

Entressen kirjasto, Siltakatu 11 · Espoo

Sat 21 Nov, 10:30

English story time

English story time in the Main Library Metso.

Pääkirjasto Metso, Pirkankatu 2 · Tampere

Sat 21 Nov, 13:00

Reading support

📚💚 Tips and support for learning Do words get tangled or numbers mixed up? Does the text jump from line to line, does reading feel heavy, or is it hard to grasp the whole and find the essential? Come to the reading support sessions provided by the Helsinki Region Association for Learning Disabilities (HERO)! You will receive practical help for everyday learning in a calm and encouraging environment. In the reading support sessions, you will get: ✨ information about reading difficulties and other learning challenges ✨ concrete tips and simple exercises to support reading and writing ✨ guidance on useful apps and assistive tools (e.g. audiobooks, speech-to-text, text‑structuring tools) ✨ someone to talk to and support for everyday learning situations The service is free of charge, and the guidance is provided by HERO’s special education professionals. Sometimes the lovely Reading Dog Halla is also present, bringing calm, courage and good vibes to reading moments 🐾

Lippulaivan kirjasto, Espoonlahdenkatu 8 · Espoo

Sat 21 Nov, 14:30

Spanish story time - Cuentacuentos en Español

Dive into the world of Spanish-language fairy tales at Metso Main Library! ¡Bienvenidos al Cuentacuentos en Español en la Biblioteca Metso!

Pääkirjasto Metso, Pirkankatu 2 · Tampere