Dates: August 20th - November 26th. Time: 5:30 PM. Age group: Preschoolers. Kids' Evenings offer activities for preschoolers to enjoy with a parent. There will be bedtime story times and crafts, among other things. The program always starts at 5:30 PM, and the duration varies depending on the content. The monthly program will be announced in advance on the library's Instagram, Facebook, and info screens.
Kalasataman kirjasto, Hermannin rantatie 5 · Helsinki
Lukukoira Sella will be at Jakomäen kirjasto on Thursdays, Sept 24th, Oct 8th, Oct 22nd, Nov 5th, Nov 19th, Dec 3rd, and Dec 17th, from 6 PM to 7 PM. A reading dog is a patient listener, so you don't have to feel nervous with them. Reading dog activities are for those learning to read and for reading support. Remember to book a 15-minute reading slot with the library staff in advance.
Fun nursery rhyme games and the joy of rhymes in a relaxed rhyme session (approx. 30 min) for 0-3 year old babies and toddlers with their own adult. After the rhyme session, it's possible to stay and hang out in the space. Free entry! No advance registration! Welcome!
Welcome to the world of Minecraft! Come craft, play, and get busy, and join the game quiz at 11 AM. The library also has the best Minecraft books available to read there or borrow to take home!
At Munkkiniemen kirjasto, we'll once again tune into the world of stories when story time starts as usual on Saturday at 11 AM. Story time is especially for 3–6 year olds, but all story-hungry listeners are welcome!
Welcome to the Kekri event for the whole family! Craft a ghost, a pumpkin, or perhaps a bat? Enjoy the atmosphere and lots of exciting reading material. Finnish story time at 11 AM.
Lauttasaaren kirjasto, Pajalahdentie 10 a · Helsinki
Join us for a fun family day and explore local hobbies and services for families in the Vuosaari area. Date and time: Saturday, October 24, 1:00–5:00 PM Location: Ulapparaitti 6, Ungdomsgården Rastis (near Vuosaari metro) What’s on for your family? Community fair Explore & Connect: Meet local service providers and explore local activities and services at our information stalls. Kid’s Corner: Storytelling, arts and crafts, and other fun things to do. Explore a fire truck & learn about fire safety! Coffee, tea, and light snacks provided. Mini-Talks Discover City of Helsinki services and get tips on daycare, family and youth services hobbies, sports employment and more. We warmly welcome you to our Family Day!
We're celebrating the release of the children's book Sisu ja surusiili on Saturday, October 24th, from 1 PM to 3 PM in Oodi's children's event space, on the 3rd floor of the library. The programme includes fun activities for the whole family: hedgehog crafts, playing with forest animals, a tree of happiness and gratitude, spiky ball massage, and hedgehog colouring pages. Sisu ja surusiili (Otava, 2026) is a beautiful picture book about grief, longing, and hope. When Sisu's beloved uncle suddenly dies, a grief-hedgehog moves into Sisu's chest. How does Sisu cope with the hedgehog? Will its quills ever soften? Comfort is found in warm hugs and memories hidden in the forest. The grief-hedgehog is here to stay, but joy and happiness can be its companions. The book's creators, Essi Suotula and Milja Laine, will be present. At the celebration, you can also buy a signed copy of Sisu ja surusiili at a special launch price. Payment by cash or MobilePay. A warm welcome to all.
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki
Pihapuuhat: This guided session includes things like exercise, exploring nature, rhymes, stories, and themed games with various play equipment. For 1-5 year olds. You can always come to play in the leikkipuisto yard! During the Pihapuuha session, we'll play with changing toys and themes. Come and develop play ideas together with the leaders. Children will find playmates, and parents can meet other families during playtime. There's a chance to warm up your own food and make coffee/tea. The leikkipuisto's indoor facilities are also available for families. (Veitikka-kerho uses some of the indoor facilities from 9-11:30 AM). In the afternoon, the park also hosts after-school activities for schoolchildren.
Leikkipuisto Vähätupa, Vähäntuvantie 4a · Helsinki
Story time sessions at Puistolan kirjasto are held on Mondays at 10 AM. Finnish-language stories are read during story time. Story time is aimed at children under 7 with their parents. Welcome to the world of stories!
Evening story time for families with children! Every other Monday from 6 PM to 6:30 PM in the library's children's section. The session lasts about 30 minutes. Welcome to listen!
Etelä-Haagan kirjasto, Isonnevantie 16 B · Helsinki
Evening story time in Swedish for families with children in the library's children's section! Every other Monday from 6:30 PM to 7 PM. The session lasts about 30 minutes. Welcome to listen!
Etelä-Haagan kirjasto, Isonnevantie 16 B · Helsinki
Welcome to listen to stories at Tapanila Library on Tuesdays of even-numbered weeks from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM. During story time, we'll dive together into the world of fairy tales and stories. Everyone, big and small, is welcome! Please note: Open story times are intended for families and family daycare providers, but not for daycare centres. Story times for daycare groups must be booked via Kultus.
At the playground's Story Time, we'll explore different stories and read together. Story Time is suitable for all ages. At the playground, there's also a chance to meet other families from the area. There's a chance to make coffee and warm up food.
Come read books, play board games, do something else fun, or just chat with me. You can find me in the children's section. See you! Regards, Kikka-kirjastomummo.
Would you like to practice reading aloud? A reading dog is a patient listener, so you don't need to feel nervous about reading. Reading with a reading dog helps reading skills develop! In autumn 2026, at Kallio Library, you'll have the chance to read aloud to reading dog Ebba every other Tuesday between 2 PM and 3:15 PM. The reading sessions are held in the library's group room Kontio (1st floor). You can book your own 15-minute reading slot at http://bit.ly/kallionlukukoira. NOTE! If you can't make it, please let us know by phone at 09 310 85053 or by email at kallion.lapsetjanuoret@hel.fi! The reading dog's handler will be present during the reading session but will not interfere. You can read a book you've brought with you or choose one from the library's collection. The reading dog session is suitable for everyone over 6 years old, including adults! You can read in any language. * Kallion kirjasto Viides linja 11 09 310 85053
Kids' evenings are held on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM, from August 18th to November 24th. These evenings offer activities for preschoolers with their parent. Expect things like evening story times and crafts with different themes. The program always starts at 5:30 PM, and the length varies. Sessions are always on Tuesdays in the children's section of Kallion kirjasto, on the third floor. The monthly program is announced beforehand on the library's social media. It's free entry, and no advance registration is needed! Kallion kirjasto Viides linja 11 09 310 85053.
An open evening story time on Tuesdays at Jätkäsaaren kirjasto from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM. All children, parents, and grandparents are welcome to join us for stories. We'll be reading in Finnish.
Jätkäsaaren kirjasto, Tyynenmerenkatu 1 · Helsinki
Evening story times are starting again on Tuesday, September 1st, at 6:00 PM. We'll be reading various fairy tales and stories. Each child gets a story passport and a sticker at the end of the session. Come and journey into the world of stories!
Arabianrannan kirjasto, Hämeentie 135 A · Helsinki
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
Want to practice reading aloud? A reading dog is a patient listener, so there's no need to feel nervous. Reading dog sessions are specifically for those learning to read or needing support with reading. Book your own time slot from Itäkeskus library's children's section or by calling (09) 3108 5090. Each reading session lasts about 15 minutes. The session involves the reader, the dog, and the dog's leader. The leader's role is to supervise the session from the side, without interfering. Come and read – the dog listens in all languages!
Itäkeskuksen kirjasto, Turunlinnantie 1 · Helsinki
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. Töölö Library's reading dog is available on Wednesdays, August 19th, September 2nd, 16th, 30th, October 14th, 28th, November 11th, 25th, and December 9th, from 6 PM to 7:20 PM. Book your own time slot at the library's customer service or by calling 09 3108 5025. Remember to cancel your booking if you can't make it. Instructions for the reading session: - One reader, the dog, and the dog's handler participate in the reading session. The handler's role is to supervise the session from the side, but not to interfere with its flow. - Focus on reading – the reading dog is a reading buddy, not a playmate. - Reading dogs enjoy being petted. However, always ask the owner for permission first. One reading session lasts about 15 minutes. You can read a book you've brought with you to the dog, or choose one you like from the library's books. The goal of the reading dog activity is to promote reading as a hobby.
Would you like to practice reading aloud? Come and read to a reading dog. A reading dog is a patient listener, so you don't have to feel nervous about reading with them. Reading Dog Tuisku is available at Laajasalo Library's meeting room Luoto every other Wednesday on September 2nd, 16th, 30th, October 14th, 28th, November 11th, 25th, and December 9th, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM. Book your own time slot at the library's customer service or by calling 09 3108 5084. One reading session lasts about 15 minutes. You can read a book you've brought with you to the dog, or choose one you like from the library's books. The reading session will have a reader, the dog, and the dog's handler present. The handler's role is to supervise the session from the side, but not to interfere with its flow. Come and read, the dog listens in all languages! The goal of the reading dog activity is to promote reading as a hobby and to create a successful reading experience. Dogs have been shown to increase people's feel-good hormones and relax the mind.
Laajasalon kirjasto, Yliskylän puistokatu 4 · Helsinki
The library is coming to leikkipuisto Viikkari while Viikin kirjasto is closed. Come join us for rhymes and reading together! There will also be a small selection of books available to borrow!
Leikkipuisto Viikkari, Laivuri Petterin kuja 3 · Helsinki
A reading dog is a patient listener, so you don't need to feel nervous about reading with them. Reading dog activities are for those learning to read and for reading support. Remember to book a 15-minute reading slot with the library staff in advance. Bookings can be made at the library's customer service or by calling: (09) 3108 5073.
A Swedish-language baby session for children aged approximately 0-18 months and their parents. During the session, we'll do rhymes, sing, and read first books for the little ones. Afterwards, we'll have coffee and chat in a relaxed atmosphere. Meetings are on Fridays during even-numbered weeks.
Herttoniemen kirjasto, Linnanrakentajantie 2 · Helsinki
At Little Ones' Mornings, we enjoy being together and explore picture books and rhymes for the very youngest. The sessions are suitable for babies and toddlers accompanied by their own adult. We start at 10 AM with a guided session, followed by time for free interaction. There are also nice books available at the library to read or borrow. Little Ones' Mornings are held at Tapanilan kirjasto on the last Friday of every month during the autumn season: August 28th, September 25th, October 30th, and November 27th. Welcome!
The beloved Winnie the Pooh character is celebrating his 100th birthday this year – come join us for bear-y special celebrations with the whole family! The programme includes Winnie the Pooh story time, crafts, a BeeBot station, honey pot fishing, bee orienteering, and juice and biscuits.
Malminkartanon kirjasto, Puustellintie 6 · Helsinki
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
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
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!
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.
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!
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