Events · Finland

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19 upcoming events over the next month.

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Thu 22 Oct

Thu 22 Oct, 17:00

Lukukoira Martta reading dog

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.

Lumon kirjasto, Urpiaisentie 14 · Vantaa

Free7–12 yrs

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Sat 24 Oct

Sat 24 Oct, 11:00

Ukrainian-language story time

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.

Myyrmäen kirjasto, Paalutori 3 · Vantaa

Free0–6 yrs

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Sat 24 Oct, 13:00

Daisy the reading dog

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

Mosaiikin kirjasto, Vantaankoskentie 69 · Vantaa

Free7+ yrs

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Mon 26 Oct

Mon 26 Oct, 14:00

Stories and creative activities about nature

Come to a nature reading circle where you can dive into the world of nature-themed books, read together, tell stories, and do creative nature activities!

Hakunilan kirjasto, Kimokuja 5 · Vantaa

Free+ 1 more dates

Luonto-Liiton Uudenmaan piiiri

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Wed 28 Oct

Wed 28 Oct, 14:30

Mosaiikin Halloween event for primary schoolers

Welcome to Mosaiikkisali for a Halloween event for primary schoolers! From 2:30 PM to 4 PM, we'll be inventing scary stories through drawing and writing. At 4 PM, Tim Burton's movie Hotel Transylvania (K7) will start. Feel free to dress up in theme and bring your own snacks for the movie! The library also has a horror book exhibition where you can find some creepy reads. The Halloween craft workshop is from 2:30 PM to 4 PM, and the movie screening is from 4 PM to 5:30 PM. The event is on October 28th, from 2 PM to 5:30 PM, at Mosaiikkisali.

Mosaiikin kirjasto, Vantaankoskentie 69 · Vantaa

Free7+ yrs

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Wed 28 Oct, 16:30

Reading dog Tuike

Our reading dog sessions are back at Tikkurilan kirjasto for the autumn term of 2026 – come and read! Want to practice reading aloud? A reading dog is a patient listener, so there's no need to feel nervous. Reading with a reading dog helps improve reading skills! At Tikkurilan kirjasto, you can read aloud to Tuike the reading dog on Wednesdays: September 30th, October 28th, November 18th, December 2nd, and December 16th. Each reading session lasts a maximum of 15 minutes. The reading dog's leader will be present during the session but won't interfere. You can read a book you've brought with you or choose one from the library's collection. Instructions for the reading session: 1. Book your slot at the children's section info desk or by phone (tel. 043 8250 964). 2. One reader at a time. 3. You can practice reading aloud with the reading dog. 4. Focus on reading – the reading dog is a reading buddy, not a playmate. 5. Reading dogs enjoy being petted, but please ask permission first.

Tikkurilan kirjasto, Lummetie 4 · Vantaa

Free7–12 yrs

Tikkurilan kirjasto

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Wed 28 Oct, 17:00

Reading cat Tuska

Come and read to reading cat Tuska at Hakunilan kirjasto. Book a 15-minute reading slot at the library in person or by calling the library's customer service (tel. 043 824 8306). Instructions for the reading slot: – Book a slot at the customer service desk or by phone. – Maximum two readers at a time. – You can practice reading aloud with the reading cat. – Let's focus on reading – the reading cat is a reading buddy, not a playmate. – The reading cat likes to be petted. However, ask the owner for permission first. – Children under school age must be accompanied by an adult.

Hakunilan kirjasto, Kimokuja 5 · Vantaa

Free≤6 yrs

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Thu 29 Oct

Thu 29 Oct, 10:00

Hakunila Library's Halloween

Hakunila Library is celebrating Halloween on Thursday, October 29th. There will be activities for children and schoolchildren. Word art station: Write your own horror story and leave it on the spooky wall for others to read. Drawing station: Come and color spooky coloring pages or draw something of your own. Terrifying books: Borrow something scary to read from the book exhibition. Pumpkin hunt: Can you find all the pumpkins hidden in the library? The best finders will get a sticker prize.

Hakunilan kirjasto, Kimokuja 5 · Vantaa

Free7–12 yrs

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Sat 31 Oct

Sat 31 Oct, 12:00

Children's horror book recommendations

Want to find exciting reads for autumn evenings or Halloween? Our staff member Satu will recommend suitable horror books for children on actual Halloween day – spooky! The book recommendations are suitable for primary school-aged children and are just the right amount of scary. These recommendations are for anyone hungry for thrills and adventure.

Jumbon kirjasto, Tasetie 8 · Vantaa

Free7–12 yrs

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Mon 2 Nov

Mon 2 Nov, 14:00

Stories and creative nature activities

Come to a nature reading circle where you can dive into the world of nature-themed books, read together, tell stories, and do creative nature activities!

Länsimäen kirjasto, Suunnistajankuja 2 · Vantaa

Free

Luonto-Liiton Uudenmaan piiiri

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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

Free≤7 yrs

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Tue 3 Nov

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

Free6+ yrs

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Wed 4 Nov

Wed 4 Nov, 18:00

Martinlaakso librarys reading dog

September 2nd Aliina and owner Helena Soukka returns to library from summer break. Aliina will once again be at the library starting September 2nd, 2026 6pm to 7pm Everyone is welcome to read library books or even their own books to the reading dog. The dog encourages reading without judgment or criticism of mistakes, slowness, or hesitation. The presence of the dog relaxes the reader and reduces stress. Reading dog activities are part of animal-assisted therapy and are based on volunteerism. Aliina will be listening to your reading every third Wednesday from September 2nd, 2026, to December 16th, 2026, from 6 pm to 7 pm. Dates when Aliina is at library: 2.9., 23.9., 14.10., 4.11., 25.11 and 16.12.2026 Also in monday 7.9. second reading dog Lucky and hes owner Pia starts to visit Martinlaakson library. Lucky is a 6-year-old Labrador Retriever (show line). Lucky is friendly and likes people. Lucky joined the Finnish Kennel Club's reading dog program in the autumn of 2025. In addition to serving as a reading dog, Lucky is a Kennel Clubs "Buddy Dog." Lucky arrives to library: Monday 7.9., wednesday 7.10., monday 16.11. and wednesday 2.12. Readers are allotted 15 minutes, and appointments can be made at the library's customer service desk or by calling: 043 825 0909. Welcome Picture: Helena Soukka and Pia Purola-Salmi

Martinlaakson kirjasto, Laajaniityntie 3 · Vantaa

Free18–19 yrs

Martinlaakson kirjasto

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Tue 10 Nov

Tue 10 Nov, 10:00

Mosaiikki's open story time

Welcome to an open story time! It's an active and playful session where children join in with their own adult. The story time lasts up to half an hour and is held in the group room. This session is in Finnish and recommended for ages 2–6.

Mosaiikin kirjasto, Vantaankoskentie 69 · Vantaa

Free4–6 yrs

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Tue 10 Nov, 18:00

Youth Book Club

Hey 13-20 year old, come join the book club! The book club meets once a month on Tuesdays: September 8, October 6, November 10, and December 8, 2026, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM. This autumn's book club discussions will be about these books: Sep 8: Taylor Jenkins Reid: Vain kahdesti elämässä; Oct 6: Penn Cole: Ikiliekin kipinä; Nov 10: Tiia Mattila: Humalan soundtrack; Dec 8: Matt Haig: Keskiyön kirjasto. No registration is needed for the book club. You can pick up the book club book from Lumon kirjasto or reserve it from the Helmet website. It doesn't matter if you haven't had time to read the book: come along anyway!

Lumon kirjasto, Urpiaisentie 14 · Vantaa

Free13–20 yrs

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Wed 11 Nov

Wed 11 Nov, 17:00

Reading Cat Tuska

Come and read to reading cat Tuska at Tikkurilan kirjasto on Wednesdays: 9.9., 14.10., 11.11., and 9.12. Book a 15-minute reading slot at the library in person or by calling the children's department customer service at 043 825 0964. Instructions for your reading session: – Book your slot at the customer service desk or by phone. – Maximum two readers at a time. – You can practice reading aloud with the reading cat. – Focus on reading – the reading cat is a reading buddy, not a playmate. – The reading cat enjoys being petted. However, please ask the owner for permission first. – Children under school age must be accompanied by an adult.

Tikkurilan kirjasto, Lummetie 4 · Vantaa

Free0–6 yrs

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Fri 13 Nov

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

Free0–3 yrs+ 3 more dates

Lastenkulttuurikeskus Pessi

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Sat 14 Nov

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

Free0–5 yrs

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Thu 19 Nov

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

Free7–12 yrs

Details from the organiser

Details come from the organisers' own calendars. Check the time and price with them before you go.