What to do with the kids?

Thu 22 Oct, 18:00

Lukukoira Sella reading dog

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.

Jakomäen kirjasto, Jakomäenpolku 3 · Helsinki

Thu 22 Oct, 18:00

Reading dogs at Koilliskeskus Library

Kids can read to a reading dog at Koilliskeskus library. It’s beneficial to children who have reading difficulties, performance anxiety etc.

Koilliskeskuksen kirjasto, Liikekatu 3 · Tampere

Thu 22 Oct, 18:00

Reading dogs at Main Library Metso

Kids can read to a reading dog at Main Library Metso. It’s beneficial to children who have reading difficulties, performance anxiety etc. Reading dog activity is free of charge.

Pääkirjasto Metso, Pirkankatu 2 · Tampere

Thu 22 Oct, 18:00

Alvar the reading dog at Jokela Library

Come read to Alvar! It's safe and fun to practice reading with a reading dog. Alvar the reading dog welcomes eager readers at Jokela

Jokelan kirjasto, Keskustie 20 · Tuusula

Fri 23 Oct, 10:00

Toddler sessions at Jokela Library

Come to the toddler session to listen to stories, rhyme, and play together! The sessions are suitable for 1-3 year olds. In the Story Room Vinkkeli. Duration approx.

Jokelan kirjasto, Keskustie 20 · Tuusula

Fri 23 Oct, 10:00

Little Ones' Mornings

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!

Töölön kirjasto, Topeliuksenkatu 6 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 10:00

Baby på bibban

Welcome to a reading session in Swedish for babies (0-12 months).

Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki

Fri 23 Oct, 10:15

Swedish-language story time

Swedish-language story time every other Friday from 10.15–10.45 am

Kirkkotori 1 · Kirkkonummi

Fri 23 Oct, 14:00

The English Club

Description in Finnish

We read books, play games and have simple conversations, all in English of course! ​ The club is meant for kids aged 7-12. Welcome!​

Laajasalon kirjasto, Yliskylän puistokatu 4 · Helsinki

Sat 24 Oct, 10:00

Children's Saturday: Minecraft

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!

Malmin kirjasto, Ala-Malmin tori 1 · Helsinki

Sat 24 Oct, 10:00

Aviation hobby day

At the aviation hobby day, you can learn about the association's activities, the restoration of aircraft currently underway, and buy old and new books as well as model kits.

Puusepäntie 12 B 1 · Tuusula

Sat 24 Oct, 10:00

Song and Story Time in English

An English-language story and song session.

Kirkkotori 1 · Kirkkonummi

Sat 24 Oct, 10:30

Saturday Story Hours

Järvenpää Library will hold story hours in autumn 2026, on Saturday mornings once a month, in the Onneli story room at 10.30am.

Järvenpään kirjasto, Kirjastokatu 8 · Järvenpää

Sat 24 Oct, 11:00

Saturday story time

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!

Munkkiniemen kirjasto, Riihitie 22 · Helsinki

Sat 24 Oct, 11:00

Children's Saturday: Kekri Festival

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

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

Sat 24 Oct, 13:00

Chinese storytime for children

Welcome to the Iso Omena Library to listen to stories in Chinese and explore Chinese culture 15.8, 29.8, 12.9, 26.9, 10.10, 24.10, 7.11, 21.11, 5.12, 19.12. #helloespoo

Ison Omenan kirjasto, Suomenlahdentie 1 · Espoo

Sat 24 Oct, 13:00

Reading cats Marvin and Lenni available for a meeting

The Entressen Library now offers reading sessions for cats! Marvin and Lenni will be listening patiently on Saturdays 15.8, 12.9, 25.10 & 28.11. You can book your own reading time if reading feels difficult or makes you nervous. You can also come and practice with Marvin and Lenni if you want to practice the language. You can read to cats in any language. #HelloEspoo

Entressen kirjasto, Siltakatu 11 · Espoo

Sat 24 Oct, 13:00

Family day in Vuosaari

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!

Ungdomsgården Rastis, Ulapparaitti 6 · Helsinki

Sat 24 Oct, 13:00

Sisu ja surusiili book launch celebration

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

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

Sat 24 Oct, 13:00

Saturday Story Time

Saturday Story Times at Lappeenranta Main Library from 1 PM to 1:15 PM in story room Anni.

Lappeenrannan pääkirjasto, Valtakatu 47 · Lappeenranta

Mon 26 Oct, 09:45

Open Storytime

Welcome to listen to morning stories open to all in the multifunctional room of Saunalahti Library. The morning story times are at 9.45 on Mondays on 28.9., 26.10. and 30.11 The story time is in finnish.

Saunalahden kirjasto, Brinkinmäentie 1 · Espoo

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Yard Activities

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

Mon 26 Oct, 10:00

Story Time at Puistolan kirjasto library

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!

Puistolan kirjasto, Nurkkatie 2 · Helsinki

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

Mon 26 Oct, 17:30

Reading Dogs event at Lauritsalan kirjasto

The reading dogs will be at Lauritsalan kirjasto on Mondays, September 28th, October 26th, November 30th, and December 14th, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

Hallituskatu 27 · Lappeenranta

Mon 26 Oct, 17:30

Storytime in Finnish at the Iso Omena Library

At our evening storytimes, we read Finnish‑language stories and tales aloud. Please come and listen together with your accompanying adult. Storytime is intended for children under 7yrs. You are warmly welcome!

Ison Omenan kirjasto, Suomenlahdentie 1 · Espoo

Mon 26 Oct, 18:00

Reading Dog Helmi at Masalan kirjasto

Reading to a reading dog makes reading fun!

Puolukkamäki · Kirkkonummi

Mon 26 Oct, 18:00

Evening Story Time

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

Mon 26 Oct, 18:00

Evening Story Time

Open to everyone, evening story times on Monday evenings at 6 PM in the Reading Corner of Töölön kirjasto's Children's Area! Welcome!

Töölön kirjasto, Topeliuksenkatu 6 · Helsinki

Mon 26 Oct, 18:30

Evening Story Time

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

Tue 27 Oct, 09:30

Open story time

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.

Tapanilan kirjasto, Hiidenkiventie 21 · Helsinki

Tue 27 Oct, 09:30

Story Time at Kaukajärven kirjasto

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

Kaukajärven kirjasto, Käätykatu 6 · Tampere

Tue 27 Oct, 10:00

Story Time

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.

Leikkipuisto Kimmo, Turjantie 3 · Helsinki

Tue 27 Oct, 10:00

Story Time at Lielahden kirjasto

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

Lielahden kirjasto, Antti Possin Kuja 1 · Tampere

Tue 27 Oct, 14:00

Library Grandma

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.

Vuosaaren kirjasto, Mosaiikkitori 2 · Helsinki

Tue 27 Oct, 14:00

Reading dog Ebba at Kallio Library

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

Kallion kirjasto, Viides linja 11 · Helsinki

Tue 27 Oct, 17:30

Kids' evenings at Kallion kirjasto

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.

Kallion kirjasto, Viides linja 11 · Helsinki

Tue 27 Oct, 17:30

Storytime in Arabic

Welcome It's storytime in Arabic for our beloved little ones. We will dive into the world of adventures, imagination and dreams. It will be narrated to you by Sanaa every Tuesday at 17:30. Photo: Ali Al-Zaini

Sellon kirjasto, Leppävaarankatu 9 · Espoo