What to do with the kids?

Thu 12 Nov, 17:30

Reading Dog Einar at Vuosaaren kirjasto

Are you just learning to read, or do you find reading difficult? A dog is a patient listener; it doesn't judge or correct. Book a private 15-minute reading session with Einar from the library's customer service or by calling 09 31085098.

Vuosaaren kirjasto, Mosaiikkitori 2 · Helsinki

Thu 12 Nov, 18:00

make-a-thek: Thursday’s Repair pop up with Mendis

Mend, upcycle, repair, customize, or design - come and get your clothes perfected at our repair pop-ups on selected Thursdays! Whether you want to fix an old favourite or create something brand new, we provide materials, help, tools, and ideas to inspire your creativity. Thursday’s repair pop-ups are for all general clothing repairs: changing a button or a broken zipper, patching holes or ripped seams, altering the size or fit etc. No previous sewing experience needed, we've got you covered! Guidance also in English if needed. Check the dates below and come as you are! Workshops enabled by make-a-thek project and funded by the European Union Horizon Europe program (contract number 101177660). Repair Pop-up Thursdays 18.00-20.00 3.9. 8.10. 12.11. 10.12. Oodi 2nd floor, Oppimistila 3 Participation is free!

Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki

Fri 13 Nov, 10:00

ODE TO XR

Description in Finnish

ODE to XR tuo kansainvälisen immersiivisen taiteen ja elokuvan Helsingin keskustakirjasto Oodiin marraskuussa! Koe ensimmäisenä Suomessa kansainvälinen näyttely täynnä uusia maailmoja, yllättäviä tarinoita ja elämyksiä, joissa ihmisen luovuus ja uudet teknologiat rikkovat todellisuuden rajoja. Näyttelyssä pääset myös tapaamaan taiteilijat ja ohjaajat teosten takana. Maksuton näyttely on kaikille avoin ja osa MatchXR-tapahtumakokonaisuutta. Näyttelyssä on mukana teoksia kuudesta eri maasta Ranskasta Etelä-Koreaan. Pääset tutustumaan teoksiin ennakkoon täältä: ODE to XR – MatchXR Tapahtuma-aika: Perjantai 13.11.2026 klo 10.00–18.00 Tapahtumapaikka: Oodin 1. kerros, Oodin 2. kerroksen Kuutio, Oodin 2. kerroksen Aura Tapahtuman järjestää: DIMECC ja Metaverse Finland yhteistyössä Helsingin kaupungin ja Helsinki XR Centerin kanssa.

Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki

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

Fri 13 Nov, 17:00

Sewing and clothes alteration Workshop

Once a month organized sewing workshop for 13-28 -year olds at Oodi Urban Workspace. You can bring along clothes you want to fix or alterate. There are sewing machines, overlockers and basic sewing materials for you to use. You can also come to learn how to use the sewing machine and overlocker. No previous experience needed. No booking required.

Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki

Fri 13 Nov, 20:00

Sampo Soikoon! concert: Mood Suprim x Asa

Description in Finnish

Mood Suprim x Asa Mood Suprim x Asa yhdistävät voimansa Mood Suprimin on musiikillinen tutkimusmatka identiteettiin, suomalaisuuteen ja eri kulttuurien väliseen vuoropuheluun. Konsertissa yhtye kohtaa suomalaisen hiphopin omaleimaisimpiin ääniin kuuluvan Asan . Illassa sykkii energinen ja monimuotoinen äänimaailma, jossa itämaisten Sufi-melodioiden mystiikka kohtaa modernin rytmin ja Itä-Helsingin katutodellisuuden. Mood Suprim kuljettaa yleisön hypnoottisen grooven, runollisen herkkyyden ja improvisaation läpi, kun taas Asa liittää kokonaisuuteen oman terävän kielensä, yhteiskunnallisen näkemyksen ja ainutlaatuisen, vuosien varrella hioutuneen läsnäolon. Yhdessä he rakentavat lavalle kokemuksen, joka ei ole pelkkä keikka, vaan räjähdysvoimainen, hengittävä show, jossa rytmi, runous ja rajoja rikkova ilmaisu sulautuvat hetkessä kuultavaksi ja koettavaksi. Yhtye on julkaissut kolme singleä legendaarisen räpartisti Asan kanssa. Mood Suprim julkaisee 16.10. ensimmäisen fyysisen levykokonaisuutensa Mustien perhosten silta. Julkaisulla yhtye yhdistää omaa musiikillista ilmaisuaan saamelaisartistien kanssa. Marouf Majidin, Esko Grundströmin ja Tomi Saikkosen muodostama Mood Suprim yhdistää sufilaisen musiikkiperinteen, suomalaisen kansanmusiikin, hiphopin, elektronisen musiikin ja Lähi-idän rytmit omaleimaiseksi nykyilmaisuksi. https://www.instagram.com/asapinnallinen https://www.instagram.com/moodsuprim

Nukketeatteri Sampo, Erottajankatu 7 · Helsinki

Sat 14 Nov, 11:00

Teater Kojan play: Kalas, Alfons Åberg

Berghälls bibliotek Saturday, 14.11.2026 at 11:00 AM. A cozy story time filled with anticipation, butterflies in your tummy, and real party fun! The audience gets to experience and participate. Alfons has turned 6 and is having a birthday party. Aunt Fiffi wants to organise a big party with many friends. Alfons would rather just invite Viktor and Milla... The story time is based on Gunilla Bergström's book. Licensed from Bok-Makaren AB. Duration 30 minutes. Age recommendation 2-6 years. Free entry, welcome!

Kallion kirjasto, Viides linja 11 · Helsinki

Sat 14 Nov, 12:00

Organ fairy tale BUU: Kerttu and Hukkanen's Adventures

Kerttu lives in a tiny village, so small it barely exists. A great wind sweeps across the world, carrying houses and people with it. Kerttu is blown away from her family and finds herself in an unknown forest. There, she meets a wolf who becomes her friend and trusted companion. This is the start of Kerttu and Hukkanen's adventure towards the wonderful tree, Buu. This organ fairy tale by author Kari Hotakainen and composer Jouni Hirvelä began with an email from organist Jan Lehtola to Hotakainen in October 2024. “Lehtola told me about Musiikkitalo's famous organ and asked me to write a fairy tale about it. The request sounded both crazy and interesting, so I said yes.” Text: Kari Hotakainen. Music: Jouni Hirvelä. Eerik Ohtamaa, organ. Martina Roos, narrator. Musiikkitalo 14.11.2026 12.00-13.00. Tickets 12,

Musiikkitalo, Mannerheimintie 13a · Helsinki

Sat 14 Nov, 12:00

Usagicon

Usagicon returns this November! We will share more details about the program in due course, but applications for performers and the Artist Alley are now open: 🥕 OPEN STAGE APPLICATION: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfb4RDXsIFkdqJeVL1muVp3y0_H5bE8RPR9S5TenGqq3tqSnQ/viewform 🥕 PERFORMER APPLICATION: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvSF0DkPHHhAXzU2Xvs1NOoqIEwzLx1kngCl1E5UKaTVr9BA/viewform 🥕 ARTIST ALLEY APPLICATION: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPqf8tPdFNFPOBvZZZEDyTmA-MGUa5d0CYkLGJPeO8FzGMqQ/viewform Stay up to date and follow us on our social media channels: IG @usagi.con Tik tok @usagi.con Home page usagicon.carrd.co

Tiivistämö, Sörnäisten rantatie 22 / Kaasutehtaankatu 1 · Helsinki

Sat 14 Nov, 14:00

Pinkki & Fankki - villikissaduo

Description in Finnish

Pinkki ja Fankki ovat kaksi hulvatonta villikissaa, jotka laulavat omia lastenlaulujaan. Duon muodostavat Mia Kavasto ja Tiina Ryyppö. Keikalla lapset pääsevät mukaan tanssimaan ja laulamaan kissojen kanssa. Ohjelmassa on aina myös pieni Pinkin tietovisa. Duo on julkaissut neljä sinkkua vuosina 2021–2023: Funkykatti, Vaskitsa, Mukava kana ja Kanihanibani. Laulut ovat kuunneltavissa Spotifyssa ja Apple Musicissa. Duo on niittänyt menestystä myös Salon lastenlaulukilpailussa. Ikäsuositus 3–8 vuotta, kesto noin 30 minuuttia.

Kannelmäen kirjasto, Klaneettitie 5 · Helsinki

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, 15:00

Narrative Family Guided Tour: Escape to Moominvalley exhibition

On this open narrative family guided tour to the Escape to Moominvalley exhibition, you'll explore together by wondering, experimenting, and playing. The tour uses storytelling to cover themes such as living and home, different cultures, a sense of belonging and roots, protection and rescue, and encounters with the unknown. The family guided tour ends at Muumilaakson Teatteri, where you can stay and play independently after the tour. The Escape to Moominvalley exhibition explores Tove Jansson's and the Moomins' relationship with architecture, the built environment, and design in an unprecedented way. Arkkitehtuuri- ja designmuseo, October 10 / November 14 / December 12, 2026, from 3 PM to 3:45 PM. With an admission ticket (3-23€), the guided tour is in Finnish. You can participate in the on-site family guided tour at the museum for the price of a museum ticket, without advance booking. Register for the tour at the museum's customer service desk upon arrival.

Arkkitehtuuri- ja designmuseo, Korkeavuorenkatu 23 · Helsinki

Sun 15 Nov, 12:30

Robot workshop with Linda Bondestam

Come and craft your own robot or other imaginative creature with illustrator and children's author Linda Bondestam! The youngest family members should craft with an adult. The event will be held in Finnish and Swedish. Kallion kirjasto Viides linja 11 09 310 85053.

Kallion kirjasto, Viides linja 11 · Helsinki

Sun 15 Nov, 13:00

make-a-thek: Embroidery Club

Join us for all types of hand stitching and sewing (or other handicrafts too!), everyone is welcome from complete beginner to advanced experts. Some supplies are available from Oodi for embroidery, the main thing you have to bring is a curious attitude and whatever you're working on. It's nice to gather and do this relaxing activity together. Meet new people and see old friends. Hope to see you there! Monthly on Sundays 13.00-15.00 at Learning space 3, Oodi’s second floor. Workshops enabled by make-a-thek project and funded by the European Union Horizon Europe program (contract number 101177660).

Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki

Sun 15 Nov, 14:00

Red Nose Company performance: Frankenstein

Disco music, brilliant lights, and interactive comedy! Frankenstein is a hilariously scientific and monstrously fun show for the whole family! Actors Timo Ruuskanen and Tuukka Vasama are a hugely popular clown duo, known for their seamless teamwork and insightful performances. Frankenstein is their playful take on Mary Shelley's classic story. We'll meet the monster, of course, but also two mad scientists who guide us through the show. Frankenstein explores experiences of difference and otherness. Who belongs, and who is accepted into the group? And doesn't a little monster live in all of us, after all…? Production details: Script, direction, and on stage: Timo Ruuskanen and Tuukka Vasama. Light and sound design: Jere Kolehmainen. Costumes: Paula Koivunen. Based on Mary Shelley's original idea. Produced by Red Nose Company at Konepajan näyttämö.

Konepajan näyttämö, Aleksis Kiven katu 17/ Bruno Granholmin kuja · Helsinki

Mon 16 Nov, 14:45

Open day for basic education classes in theatre arts at Annantalo

The Teatterikoulu ILMI Ö theatre school will host two open days at its basic education classes in theatre arts at Annantalo. Come and check out any of our classes! Below is the schedule for open classes (age groups are indicated in parentheses). No advance registration is required. A warm welcome! Monday, November 16 14:45–15:45 Thalia Group (ages 8–10) 16:15–17:15 Inspiraatio Group (ages 10–12) 18:00–19:00 Drama Group (ages 15–17) Wednesday, November 18 16:30–17:30 Kuiskaus Group (ages 13–15) 18:00–19:00 Katharsis Group (ages 16+)

Annantalo, Annankatu 30 · Helsinki

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

Children’s Rights Week concert

The Käpylä Music Institute’s Children’s Rights Week concert will feature performances by the school’s students as well as a sing-along. Monday’s concert will take place at Koskela Church. The concert does not contain any religious content and is suitable for everyone. See you there!

Koskelan kirkko, Käpyläntie 11 · Helsinki

Mon 16 Nov, 18:40

Cantando con Corocó

Bring the whole family along to enjoy songs, games, rhythms and dancing in Spanish and Finnish at the Helsinki YMCA Music College.

Helsingin NMKY:n musiikkiopisto, Vuorikatu 17 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 09:00

Instrument demonstrations at Latokartano Comprehensive School

During Children’s Rights Week, the Meri-Helsinki Music Institute will host musical activities for students at schools in Helsinki, both during music lessons and throughout the school day. Latokartano Comprehensive School will host musical instrument demonstrations as part of the school day. The students’ parents and guardians and other family members are also welcome to attend, if there is room. The instrument demonstrations are aimed specifically at students of Latokartano Comprehensive School, but anyone else wishing to take part can confirm their attendance by emailing ville-veikko.ijas@mehmo.fi. The school will be informed of more detailed times at a later date.

Latokartanon peruskoulu, Agronominkatu 22 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 09:00

Band and percussion workshop and concert during break time at Kankarepuisto Comprehensive School

During Children’s Rights Week, the Meri-Helsinki Music Institute will host musical activities for students at schools in Helsinki, both during music lessons and throughout the school day. Kankarepuisto Comprehensive School will host a drum and percussion workshop, as well as a concert during break time in the school playground. The students’ parents and guardians and other family members are also welcome to attend, if there is room. The workshop is aimed specifically at students of Kankarepuisto Comprehensive School, but anyone else wishing to take part can confirm their attendance by emailing ville-veikko.ijas@mehmo.fi. The school will be informed of more detailed times at a later date.

Kankarepuiston peruskoulu, Jakomäenpolku 6 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 09:15

Guided tour of the Huimaa! exhibition for primary schools

The Huimaa! – Sirkuksen taikaa ja tarinoita exhibition will take you on a journey through the history and present day of the Finnish circus. Along the way, we will see how the circus has evolved from the travelling troupes of the 19th century into the international art form it is today. The guided tour explores what makes the circus so fascinating, what it is like to become a circus artist, and just how much practice these skills require. We will also be exploring life on tour, different performance venues, and how circus can be used to promote wellbeing and a sense of community. Finally, we will discuss what the circus means today and why it continues to amaze, inspire and encourage audiences to see the world from a new perspective. Two free guided tours will be organised: one for primary school students and one for lower secondary school students (young people). The maximum group size is 20 people. Please register in advance by emailing: milla.kortemaa@teatterimuseo.fi.

Teatterimuseo, Kaapeliaukio 3 · Helsinki

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

Baby and toddler circus: free workshops

Circus Magenta will be offering two fun 45-minute workshops where you can explore baby and toddler circus. In the joint circus workshops for children and adults, participants play, perform tricks and try out various circus props. The workshops are free of charge. No prior circus skills are needed. The workshops require advance registration. Both groups can accommodate 10 children and their adults. Detailed schedule 10.00–10.45 babies aged 4–12 months. 11.00–11.45 toddlers aged 1–3 Sign up for the circus workshop using the online form.

Sirkus Magenta, Itäkatu 7 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 10:00

Open day at the Kindergarten Museum

Admission to the Kindergarten Museum will be free to celebrate Children’s Rights Week and the Children’s Culture for All! campaign. You can look forward to exploring the museum at your own pace, lots of play and a journey into the history of early childhood education. In the museum’s Paja workshop, you can make a little tea light holder as a souvenir of your visit! We especially welcome families with babies to visit us in the morning between 10 a.m. and 12 noon. The museum can accommodate around 100 people at any one time, but its long opening hours help to even out the number of visitors present at any given time. Please note that the Kindergarten Museum's Children's Rights Week event is intended for individual visitors and families. Groups of more than five people may visit the museum by booking a separate visit outside the event hours. For more information, please visit the museum's website.

Lastentarhamuseo, Helsinginkatu 3-5 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 10:15

Guided tour of the Huimaa! exhibition for lower secondary schools

The Huimaa! – Sirkuksen taikaa ja tarinoita exhibition will take you on a journey through the history and present day of the Finnish circus. Along the way, we will see how the circus has evolved from the travelling troupes of the 19th century into the international art form it is today. The guided tour explores what makes the circus so fascinating, what it is like to become a circus artist, and just how much practice these skills require. We will also be exploring life on tour, different performance venues, and how circus can be used to promote wellbeing and a sense of community. Finally, we will discuss what the circus means today and why it continues to amaze, inspire and encourage audiences to see the world from a new perspective. Two free guided tours will be organised: one for primary school students and one for lower secondary school students (young people). The maximum group size is 20 people. Please register in advance by emailing: milla.kortemaa@teatterimuseo.fi.

Teatterimuseo, Kaapeliaukio 3 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 10:30

Family dance course – On the Trail of Animals

An immersive four-session dance course where dance becomes storytelling, movement becomes play, and imaginations are let loose. Each session explores a new animal theme, taking participants on an exciting journey through time from the age of dinosaurs to the Ice Age, then to the present day and finally far into the future. Along the way, participants discover fascinating facts about the animals of each era. Every adventure ends with a lovely shared moment of calm and relaxation, engaging the senses in different ways. FOR WHOM? For children of all ages and adults of all fitness levels. The group is selected in accordance with the youngest child. Siblings can take part in the same session together with one adult. The adult can be any person close to the child, and different adults can attend different sessions. WHEN AND WHERE On Tuesdays in the dance hall of Malmitalo At 10.30–11.00 for ages under 4 (children who can already walk unaided) At 11.15–11.45 for ages 4 and over THEMES 17 Nov Ancient Dinosaurs 24 Nov Giants of the Ice Age 1 Dec Furry Friends of Today 8 Dec Animals of the Future CLASSES AND STRUCTURE The classes have been designed with love and are built together with the children. The movements and play involved help to develop aspects such as body control, balance, a sense of rhythm, concentration and creativity. The classes are not just about taking steps; they are immersive moments that are shared together, in which movement and play create wonderful memories. REGISTRATION Each session requires signing up, and each child must be signed up separately even if one adult is accompanying several children. Sign up here (form in Finnish). If there is room on the course, you are also welcome to come and give it a try. The teacher will provide a one-off registration link on site.

Malmitalo, Ala-Malmin tori 1 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 16:30

Jamkids Musiikkisirkus

Description in Finnish

Jamkids Musiikkisirkus tuo lavalle musiikkia, iloa ja sirkustunnelmaa koko perheelle. Osallistavassa esityksessä sirkustirehtööri, pelle ja leijona kutsuvat yleisön mukaan laulamaan, leikkimään ja kokemaan musiikin riemua yhdessä. Jamkids Musiikkisirkus on iloinen, osallistava ja vauhdikas musiikkiesitys koko perheelle. Jamkids juhlistaa 20-vuotista taivaltaan kutsumalla yleisön mukaan riemukkaaseen syntymäpäiväjuhlaan. Sirkustirehtööri, pelle ja leijona johdattavat katsojat sirkuksen ihmeelliseen maailmaan, joka on täynnä hauskoja lauluja, hahmoja ja leikkejä. Esityksessä yleisö pääsee osallistumaan leikkien, laulaen, liikkuen ja kuunnellen. Kohderyhmä: Koko perhe, erityisesti lapsiperheet Kesto: 40 minuuttia Ikäsuositus: Kaikenikäisille lapsille Lisätiedot ja liput: https://jamkids.fi/musiikkisirkus/ Järjestäjä: Jamkids Musiikkikoulu

Annantalo, Annankatu 30 · Helsinki

Tue 17 Nov, 16:30

Cantores Minores boys’ choir open day for primary school children

The Cantores Minores boys’ choir will be celebrating its 75th anniversary next year. You are welcome to come and watch the various choir groups’ rehearsals and find out more about the choir’s activities as part of the Children’s Culture for All! campaign. Further information about the event is available at the information desk at the Meritulli Parish Hall from 16.30 to 19.00 on 17–19 November.

Meritullin seurakuntatalo, Meritullintori 3 · Helsinki

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, 17:30

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, 09:00

Piano taster session at Puistola Comprehensive School

During Children’s Rights Week, the Meri-Helsinki Music Institute will host musical activities for students at schools in Helsinki, both during music lessons and throughout the school day. Puistola Comprehensive School will host a piano taster session as part of the school day. The students’ parents and guardians and other family members are also welcome to attend, if there is room. The taster session is aimed specifically at students of Puistola Comprehensive School, but anyone else wishing to take part can confirm their attendance by emailing ville-veikko.ijas@mehmo.fi. The school will be informed of more detailed times at a later date.

Puistolan peruskoulu, Suuntimotie 28 · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 09:00

Band and instrument demonstrations at Aurinkolahti Comprehensive School

During Children’s Rights Week, the Meri-Helsinki Music Institute will host musical activities for students at schools in Helsinki, both during music lessons and throughout the school day. Aurinkolahti Comprehensive School will host band and instrument demonstrations as part of the school day. The students’ parents and guardians and other family members are also welcome to attend, if there is room. The band and instrument demonstrations are aimed specifically at students of Aurinkolahti Comprehensive School, but anyone else wishing to take part can confirm their attendance by emailing ville-veikko.ijas@mehmo.fi. The schools will be informed of more detailed times at a later date.

Aurinkolahden peruskoulu, Iiluodonpiha 1 · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 09:30

Interactive guided tour: Professor Pea and Fantastic Flavours

Professor Pea has an exciting hobby: He collects flavours! His collection is huge by now, but as you probably know, once you get started with collecting something, it’s hard to stop. On this playful adventure, we will look through the museum in search of flavours. Professor Pea’s culinary journey offers an immersive way to discover the most delicious highlights of the Makuasioita exhibition. Please note! No food will be tasted during the tour. Literacy is not essential, but it is good to have a few literate people in the group. The tour is best suited to children aged 5–10. One group, comprising between 8 and 20 children, can take part in one activity workshop. The group will be able to accommodate a few extra children, but the museum’s rooms can then feel a bit cramped in places. Please sign up your group in advance for a guided tour by emailing aino.malminen@hotellijaravintolamuseo.fi

Hotelli- ja ravintolamuseo, Kaapelitehdas, Kaapeliaukio 3 · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 10:00

Vauvatreffit sisällä

Description in Finnish

Leikkipuiston vauvatreffeillä on mahdollisuus tavata toisia vanhempia ja vauvoja vaihtuvan toiminnan ohessa. Ohjattu tuokio kello 10.30. Vauvatreffeillä köllöttely- ja konttausikäiset lapset saavat yhdessä vanhemman kanssa osallistua leikkimiseen, liikkumiseen, tutkimiseen ja ilmaisuun mm. musiikki-, vauvasirkus-, taide ja lorutuokioissa. Vanhemmilla on mahdollisuus tutustua muihin lapsiperheisiin ja lapset saavat leikkiseuraa. Vanhemmat voivat osallistua toiminnan suunnitteluun yhdessä ohjaajien kanssa. Mahdollisuus omien ruokien lämmittämiseen ja kahvin/teen keittoon. Puiston sisätilat ovat perheiden käytössä. Iltapäivällä puistossa on myös koululaisten iltapäivätoiminta.

Leikkipuisto Vähätupa, Vähäntuvantie 4a · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 10:00

Open rehearsals: the ‘Sorsa Aaltonen ja lentämisen oireet’ chamber opera

Come along and join us for the open rehearsals of the performance based on Veera Salmi’s book of the same name. The work currently in production combines the expressive techniques of contemporary circus, musical theatre, physical theatre and opera to create a unique stage performance. The rehearsal is particularly suitable for 3–5-year-olds. Please note that you may only attend the rehearsal for part of the time. Please sign up in advance by emailing stiina.laakso@kapsakki.fi

Musiikkiteatteri Kapsäkki, Hämeentie 68 · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 10:00

Mikä se on? – a performance about the wonders of life – Wednesday Club

Mikä se on? is a performance for young children about the wonders of life, held in the library’s multi-purpose room Tempo. “If you pour water from a rubber boot onto the floor, could it create an ocean? If you find a ball on the floor, could it turn into a steam locomotive making its way through the landscape, a parent’s ear, or a baby bird learning to fly? If you give enough light, water and time, could they give rise to flowers blossoming in thousands of colours?” Kukka and Nuppu find a peculiar round object. What is it? The friends decide to find out, resulting in an adventure in which even the most ordinary of subjects turns into a great wonder and a gateway to a starry world of play. Mikä se on? is a lightly interactive performance for families with babies, which the children watch from their own seats with their parents. During the performance, baby care activities and all kinds of emotional states are allowed. We are looking forward to seeing you! Reservations and inquiries: Please contact Kanneltalo Community Producer at taru.honkanen@hel.fi. You can also come to the performance without a reservation if there are free seats available. There will be two performances: one at 10:00 and another at 11:00. Creative team: Siiri Ervasti and Paula Kovanen, Nuppuensemble Duration: roughly 30 minutes, after which you are welcome to remain for a moment to examine the props in the performance space. Maximum number of attendees: 15 children + 15 adults Recommended age for the children: 0–18 months Language spoken: Finnish

Kanneltalo, Klaneettitie 5 · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 10:30

Craft session at Kurkimäki community centre

The craft session is a low-threshold creative activity held at the Kurkimäki community centre. At the event, children and families will have the chance to do some craft activities together in a safe and supportive environment. Participants will be provided with all the necessary materials and guidance; no previous experience is required. The craft session offers children and families the chance to get creative, spend time together and try out new skills. The craft session helps to foster children’s imagination, manual skills and sense of belonging, while also providing a pleasant meeting place for local families.

Kurkimäen Korttelitalo / Lastenkulttuurikeskus Musikantit, Karpalokuja 7 A · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 15:00

Open day for basic education classes in theatre arts at Vuotalo

The Teatterikoulu ILMI Ö theatre school will host an open day at its basic education classes in theatre arts at Vuotalo. Come and check out any of our classes! Below is the schedule for open classes (age groups are indicated in parentheses). No advance registration is required. A warm welcome! Wednesday, November 18 15:00–16:00 Esirippu Group (ages 8–10) 17:00–18:00 Mysteeri Group (ages 11–13)

Vuotalo, Mosaiikkitori 2 · Helsinki

Wed 18 Nov, 16:00

Instrument Adventure

Instrument Adventure is an event for the whole family that gives visitors a chance to try different musical instruments and experience music and music teaching with a relaxed approach. It offers a unique chance to try out several different instruments, listen to performances and chat with the music teachers.

Helsingin kristillinen musiikkikoulu, Näkinkuja 3 · Helsinki