There will be three Game Days a week during the autumn season of 2026. You can come play on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2-4 PM. We have a PlayStation 5 and a selection of console games. For each game session, players need their own valid library card to borrow a controller. A maximum of 4 players can play at a time, with each session lasting 30 minutes. The games have PEGI 3 and PEGI 7 age ratings.
Miniodarit is an open activity for 9-11-year-olds at Asola parish hall. At Miniodarit, you can spend time with other children your age. You can do homework and get help with it. Trained children's activity leaders are in charge. A small snack is available. No advance registration needed. Welcome!
YMCA Vantaa Mobile Meeting Place - Family Exercise Martinlaakso Vihertie Resident Park
The free family exercise classes at the YMCA Vantaa mobile meeting place will be held at the SOS Children's Village's grandma and grandpa's house in Martinlaakso, in the Vihertie resident's park, to get the whole family moving!
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. Reading skills improve with a reading dog! At Lumo, we have a wonderful reading dog, Martta, whom you can read to twice a month on Thursdays from 5 PM to 6 PM. In autumn 2026, the reading dog will be available on September 10th, September 24th, October 8th, October 22nd, November 5th, November 19th, December 3rd, and December 17th. Each reading session lasts a maximum of 15 minutes. You can read a book you've brought with you or choose one from the library's collection. The reading dog's handler will be present during the session. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Instructions for reading sessions: Book a reading slot at Lumon kirjasto's info desk or by phone at 043 825 1305. One reader at a time can practice reading aloud with the reading dog. Let's focus on reading – the reading dog is a reading buddy, not a playmate. Reading dogs enjoy being petted. However, please ask the owner for permission first.
Welcome to come and play some board games every thursday to Martinlaaksos library! Martinlaaksos board game club is for adults and young people, rules and some games are in english. Club is organisated by Finnis Board Game Society More info: https://lautapeliseura.fi/english/ Photo: Pixabay.com
Family clubs offer shared activities for adults and children. Welcome to the evening family club! We'll meet at the playground next to the parish hall and start with group games. After a short time outdoors, we'll go inside together to continue playing. You can come to the club whenever you like, no registration is needed. Evening snacks are available at the evening family club for 3€ per family.
Do you know how to handle an emergency? Or what to do when someone needs help? In the Red Cross Auttajaklubi – Helpers' Club you learn life-saving First Aid skills, practice Finnish in a fun, relaxed environment and make new friends! Aimed for adults 16-29 years of age. Helpers' Club will be held on Thursdays at 6 PM-8 PM. Won't be held on 15th of October. The teaching is in basic Finnish and English. Welcome! Sign up from here. Ask for more information: lansivantaa@punainenristi.fi
Welcome to your baby shower at Nikinmäen seurakuntakoti on 22.10. from 6–8 PM! At the shower, you can meet other mothers who are in the same stage of life. The program includes chatting and getting to know each other over food, as well as some light-hearted optional activities. You'll also hear about organizing christening parties, baby clubs, and other family events in Korson seurakunta. There's also a chance to participate in a mini maternity photoshoot at the event! Sanna Kettunen from Viekas Photography will be the photographer. The photoshoot costs 20€ and includes the session and one edited digital image. The first 20 people can participate in the photoshoot. The photoshoot starts 30 minutes before the baby shower begins! Early childhood education worker Jonna Puskala and early childhood education priest Annika Wallenius will be at the event. Register by 15.10. at the latest. When registering, please mention any special dietary needs and indicate if you wish to participate in the mat...
Family clubs offer shared activities for adults and children. Welcome to the family day! You can come whenever you like, no registration needed. At the church music group at 10 AM, we'll be bouncing babies on our knees and singing. We'll tie the name ribbons of baptised babies to the baptism tree. The family day offers a vegetarian soup lunch for 6€/family or sandwiches for 3€/family. Lunch is served approximately 10:30 AM–12 PM.
Welcome to the family club to enjoy yourselves and meet others in a similar life situation. Welcome to Korso Church's family club! At the family club, you can meet other families from the area, chat, and share what's on your mind and your news. The family clubs are open to everyone, so feel free to come along, even with the whole family! Children always attend the club with their own adult, who is responsible for them. The program varies each time, but always includes familiar elements: play, singing, togetherness, a short devotional moment in the chapel, and a shared meal. The soup lunch costs 2 euros per family. Participation in the club is free of charge. You can arrive whenever suits you. There's no need to register for the family club in advance. The family club meets in the children's facilities at Korso Church. They have their own entrance from the Kotkansiipi car park side.
An open club for families with children at Rekolan kirkko on Fridays from 9 AM to 12 PM. It's an open club for families where you can come and spend the morning with other families with children. Coffee and tea are available. Church muskaris will start in conjunction with Perheolkkari on Friday, Sept 4th, 2026. Welcome to join.
The family club at Länsimäen kirkko meets upstairs on Fridays from 9 AM to 12 PM. There are games, pleasant time together, and morning coffee. An open and free muskari for everyone starts at 10 AM on Friday, Sept 4th. On muskari days, lunch, a vegetarian soup, is usually available from 10:30 AM (2-3€ per family). On Friday, Aug 28th, there will be a park muskari at Vaaralan pallokenttä at 10 AM, and no family club on that day. Also, during the autumn break week, on Friday, Oct 16th, there will be no family club.
Baby Forest Bathing is a guided nature moment for an adult and a child together. During Baby Forest Bathing, you'll wonder at the sounds, sights, and smells of the forest. The walk to the forest bathing spot is short. In the forest, hammocks await us where adults and babies can swing. The outdoor forest bathing lasts about 30-40 minutes, after which you can move indoors to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, feed the baby, change diapers, and share experiences with other participants. Baby Forest Bathing is held near Nikinmäen seurakuntatalo. The gathering starts in the yard of Nikinmäen seurakuntatalo. Register for the October 23rd forest bathing by October 20th at taina.partanen@evl.fi. The next forest bathing is on October 27th; register for that by October 23rd.
An open family group on Fridays from 9:30 AM to 10 AM at Rekolan kirkko. In the church music group, we sing, play, move, do nursery rhymes, play instruments, and listen to music. Children participate in the music groups with a parent or another familiar adult. The church music groups are held in conjunction with the family living room, which is open from 9 AM to 12 PM. Welcome!
Welcome to the Musiklek music group and meet other families! In the parish's Swedish-speaking music group, we sing freely and do rhythm activities. Children's age levels are taken into account as much as possible in mixed groups. The child/baby participates with a parent or, for example, a grandparent. The program is aimed at approximately 1-2 year olds, but babies are welcome to participate. The music group is about 30 minutes, and we can socialise and play afterwards. The music group is free of charge. Music leader Heidi Åberg leads the music group. Please register if you are interested in participating by emailing heidi.aberg@evl.fi; you can then come when it suits your morning. The music group also has a WhatsApp group for current info during the autumn and spring terms. After the play session, there's an option for a vegetarian soup lunch on the 1st floor (5€/family); lunch is organised in cooperation with Tikkurila srk.
An open church music group for families with babies, Fridays from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at Rekolan kirkko (for babies 3-12 months). In the church music play school, or 'kirkkomuskari', we sing, play, move, rhyme, play instruments, and listen to music. Children participate in these music groups with a parent or another familiar adult. The church music groups are held in conjunction with the family living room, which is open from 9 AM to 12 PM. Welcome!
Free music club for children aged approximately 3–7 and their parents Singing and making music together for children and their parents. The sessions are led by music professionals. The joy of music for the whole family! The music club is held in Finnish and is free of charge for all participants. Meetings take place on Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. The club leaders are students of the Sibelius Academy. We sing, play, and move to music together. You are welcome to join even if you are still learning Finnish—the most important things are joy, togetherness, and having fun. No previous musical experience is needed. You are warmly welcome to join us!
A free music club for children aged approximately 3–7 and their parents. We'll sing and play music together, led by music professionals. Musical joy for the whole family! The music club is in Finnish and free for all participants. On Saturdays at 10 AM. The club leaders are students from Sibelius akatemia. We'll sing, play, and move to music. You can join even if you're still learning Finnish – the most important thing is joy and togetherness. You don't need any prior musical experience. You are warmly welcome to join!
A warm welcome to the world of Ukrainian stories! These story times are suitable for children aged 0-6 with their families. The session is led by a volunteer from Myyrmäki Library.
A joyful cultural celebration for children and families, featuring music, dance, art, games and cultural performances. The celebration combines Bangladeshi traditions, creativity and togetherness.
Want to practice reading aloud in a relaxed setting? Come read to a reading dog! All readers over 7 years old who want to practice reading can book a time with the reading dog. There's no need to be nervous when reading with a reading dog – the dog listens patiently and doesn't judge or point out mistakes or reading speed. Mosaiikki's reading dog is Daisy, a Rottweiler who has completed the Kennel Club's reading dog training. During the reading session, an instructor will also be present with the dog, but they will not interfere with the reading. You can read your own book to the reading dog or choose a book from the library. Instructions for the reading session: 1. You can book a slot with the reading dog at Mosaiikki's customer service desk or by phone (tel. 050 302 8367). Please notify the library if you need to cancel your booking! 2. Arrive on time with your chosen book. The reader participates in their slot alone, and each consecutive slot lasts
Celebrating the joy of anticipation! This baby shower is for everyone expecting a child. Warmly welcome! There will be light refreshments, discussion, crafting nursing jewellery, and information on organising a christening. Pastor Katja-Maaria Kaskinen and family activities leader Sari Häkki will be there. Please register for the event with Sari by October 22nd.
It's great to be a perfect ten! Korson parish invites all heroes turning 10 this year to celebrate their shared birthday at Korson kirkko on October 24th. The program includes fun activity stations and treats. You can come to the party with your whole family or even with a godparent. Please register by October 20th at terho.kettunen@evl.fi.
A family event of peace, autumn and community at Jokiranta School. The program includes peace orienteering, crafts, face painting, a pin workshop and a concert. Free admission!
Jump into an adventure that combines circus, dance and theatre. Based on Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland, this performance takes viewers into a whimsical, surprising world.
Hey, parent of a small child! Here, you and your child can, in a way suitable for them, get to know other children, God, and themselves. Welcome to join! Children's Church is a special time for children during the 10 AM Sunday service. The activity takes place at Tikkurila church, in Pienten paikka (Asematie 12 a). In Children's Church, we sing, play, learn about Bible stories, pray, and color. We spend some time together and wonder about life from a child's perspective. Children under 4 participate in Children's Church with their own adult. When coming to the service, families can first go into the church together. Children's Church begins after the day's prayer and ends when communion starts, at which point the children return to the service. Children's Church is led by trained volunteers.
Kristiina Kartano, Katja Maidell-Taipale, and Samppa Laakso are leading the Reformation Day service. The image shows Ferdinand Pauwels' painting of Luther's friend struck by lightning, from between 1860 and 1903. Wikimedia Commons.
Welcome to Sunday School at Rekola church. In Sunday School, we go through Bible stories with an adult Sunday School teacher, craft, sing, and play. Sunday School meets at Rekola church (Kustaantie 22) in the day club facilities on Sundays at 10 AM during the church service. Exceptions to this are holidays and family services, during which there is no Sunday School.
Come and rest and be refreshed in God’s presence. Lähde is a warm and welcoming worship service for all ages, with worship, prayer, teaching and Holy Communion. Interpretation is available in several languages. There is a programme for children and a light evening meal after the service. Tule levähtämään, kohtaaman muita ja virkistymään Jumalan läsnäolossa. Lähde-messu on lämminhenkinen ja elävä messu kaikenikäisille – sinulle, joka kaipaat yhteyttä, rukousta tai tilaa hengellisille kysymyksille. Messu rakentuu musiikista, ylistyksestä, Raamatun sanasta, opetuksesta, rukouksesta ja ehtoollisesta. Musiikista vastaa Täydellinen sovitus. Lapsille on messun aikana omaa ohjelmaa ja messun jälkeen voit jäädä rukouspalveluun tai istahtaa yhteiselle iltapalalle. Messu on suomeksi, käännös mahdollinen useille kielille älypuhelimella. Ota kuulokkeet mukaan. Come to rest, connect with others and be refreshed in God’s presence. Lähde is a warm and welcoming church service for all ages, with worship, music, Bible teaching, prayer and Holy Communion. There is a separate programme for children, and after the service you are welcome to stay for prayer ministry and a shared evening meal. The service is in Finnish, with interpretation available in several languages via smartphone. Please bring your own headphones. A place to rest, belong and encounter God - You are welcome!
Family clubs offer shared activities for adults and children. Welcome to the Family Day! You can come to the club whenever you want, no registration is needed. Breakfast is served at the Family Day for 3€ per family.
You can come and go as you please at the family café. At Kivistön church, the family café is open on Mondays from 9:30 AM to 11 AM. It's a meeting place where you don't need to register in advance. There's a program for both children and adults. Parents, grandparents, and family daycare providers are welcome with children. The session leaders are Satu Karonen and Satu Vähäkotamäki. The family café will be closed on Monday, October 12th, during the autumn holiday week.