Do you know Onni the boy? Children's author Sanna Pelliccioni is visiting Tapanila library just before Father's Day, bringing a small table theatre. During story time, we'll hear the book 'Onnin ja isin oma päivä'. Afterwards, we'll make a small Onni-themed gift for dads or another special adult. There will also be an Onni puzzle, a memory game, and Onni's little play bag to enjoy. This event is best for children aged 2-7 with an adult.
Hoo-hoo! Owls are nocturnal animals. In this workshop, we'll make our own soft owl that can be a sleep buddy. We'll stuff the owl with soft wadding and paint it with fabric paints. Technique: Textile, painting. Children can participate in Special Art Stuff as a child-adult pair or with a larger support group. This workshop is for preschool and elementary school-aged children who need special support. The space has a calm atmosphere. Each workshop takes a maximum of about five children with their groups. We work flexibly, taking into account the skills and needs of all participants. Visual support and sensory aids are available. In Special Art Stuff, you can create art in your own style and at your own pace. You can leave the space and take breaks as needed. The workshop has two art teachers, Sanna and Miila. Additionally, an extra assistant is available if needed. The workshop is free of charge. We are organizing three Special...
Come and craft your own robot or other imaginative creature with illustrator and children's author Linda Bondestam! The youngest family members will craft together with an adult.
The Tanssin Taideleikit dance activities, organized by Keravan tanssiopisto, are for children aged 3–5 with an accompanying adult. These are experiential and warm-hearted dance sessions for adults and children.
La Fábrica de Poesía / The Poetry Factory By poet and educator Odette da Silva La Fábrica de Poesía / The Poetry Factory is a creative space for children aged 7-12. Led by a mother-and-son duo, this project was born from a family love for writing and making. At The Factory, "poetry" stands for fantasy, freedom, and connection; children play with words, explore their imagination, and experience the joy of bringing their ideas to life. At the Lippulaiva Library, The Factory has regular sessions in Spanish. Get in touch and stay updated via instagram @inkyhelsinki. FREE ENTRANCE — FOR AGES 7-12 IN SPANISH — WITH SUPPORT IN ENGLISH IF NEEDED SATURDAY 29 AUG / 3 OCT / 7 NOV / 5 DEC — 15.00-16.30 LIPPULAIVA LIBRARY — MAKERSPACE PAJA The Poetry Factory Facilitated by Odette da Silva The Poetry Factory is a creative space where words play, sing, and take on surprising shapes. Through fun activities that spark imagination, children explore poetry and develop their own voice in Spanish. Odette da Silva, poet and educator, believes that poetry can be a place of play and freedom for all ages. She is often joined by her 9-year-old son, who offers his help and builds a special bond with the participants. Each gathering at the Factory is a small adventure that can be enjoyed independently or as part of an ongoing poetic journey. -- La Fábrica de Poesía Facilitada por Odette da Silva La Fábrica de Poesía es un espacio creativo donde las palabras juegan, cantan y toman formas sorprendentes. A través de divertidas actividades que despiertan la imaginación, los niños exploran la poesía y desarrollan su propia voz en español. Odette da Silva, poeta y educadora, cree que la poesía puede ser un lugar de juego y libertad para todas las edades. A menudo la acompaña su hijo de 9 años, quien ofrece su ayuda y establece un vínculo especial con los participantes. Cada encuentro en la Fábrica es una pequeña aventura que puede disfrutarse de forma independiente o como parte de un viaje poético continuo.
Want to meet other cosplayers, brainstorm or make costumes, chat about cons, and hang out with like-minded people? Welcome to Kontula's cosplay meet-ups! We'll gather once a month on Saturdays during autumn 2026 at Luuppi Askis's craft hall, located at Ostostie 4. The hall has various materials available for making cosplay costumes. There's also a photo studio, so you can take pictures in your cosplay outfit! You can come even if you don't know what kind of costume you want to make yet. You can also just meet other cosplayers, chat, and hang out. There will be snacks and drinks, plus guidance on using the hall's equipment. We'll meet at the door of Luuppi Nuorisotalo at 5:00 PM! If you're late or have questions, please contact the leaders: 040 3545367 / Hannes (snapchat hannes_ohjaaja, ig hannes_kontula) 040 5833746 / Tytti. Cosplay Cafe & Workshop day...
Töpinät are activities where children and parents move together. There is many different equipment to use. The equipment may vary depending on the location. The parents and children can move without guidance. Wear clothes suitable for indoor exercise. An adult must always accompany the child. This way, the whole family can have fun safely. The organizers of Töpinät are not responsible for supervising the children. You don’t need to register for the Töpinät activities. Please join in only if you are healthy. Changes are possible.
Tuomarilan koulun liikuntasali, Puistotie 13 · Espoo
Tips for supporting swimming instruction sessions at Kirkkonummi swimming hall in October-December 2026
Tips for supporting swimming instruction sessions at Kirkkonummi swimming hall! Gladius Kirkkonummi instructors will be there to guide and give tips on three Sundays: October 4th, November 8th, and December 13th, 2026.
Everyone is welcome to the playground's music sessions! In these sessions, we'll do rhymes, sing, and make music – the rhythm will get your toes and fingers tapping. Parents will have a chance to meet other families with children, and kids will find playmates. Parents and children can participate in planning and carrying out activities together with the leaders. There's a possibility to warm up your own food and make coffee/tea.
Leikkipuisto Mellunmäki, Pyhätunturintie 2 · Helsinki
At this story time the stories are told in a clear and plain Finnish language. While listening to Finnish fairy tales, you can learn the language and also meet new friends.
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.
The children’s music orchestra Svengaavat hirvet performs familiar children’s songs with a fresh and lively approach. In this concert, children get to participate by singing, dancing and playing along with the songs. The library’s musicians guide children into the world of rhythm, melody and harmony through songs and musical games. The concert lasts approximately 30 minutes. Performance in Finnish Elina Kulmala – vocals and flute Sakari Heikka – vocals, guitar and violin Timo Ylönen – vocals and bass Lauri Iljin – vocals, piano and trumpet Below you will find the dates and times of the concerts. Groups of more than 10 children are kindly asked to register via the Webropol form: https://link.webropol.com/s/svengaavathirvet Welcome to the concert! Svengaavat hirvet at Tapiola Library – 15 September at 10:30 Svengaavat hirvet at Sello Library – 29 September at 10:30 Svengaavat hirvet at Iso Omena Library – 20 October at 10:30 Svengaavat hirvet at Lippulaiva Library – 10 November at 10:30 Svengaavat hirvet at Entresse Library – 24 November at 10:30 Christmas Spectacular Svengaavat hirvet at Sello Library – 8 December at 10:30
In the autumn, a new afternoon activity called Puuhapaja starts at Myyrmäen kirjasto, where you can play, craft, play games, and try out new hobbies. Puuhapaja themes: September 15: K-pop, October 20: Pokemon card game, November 10: To be decided later with participants, December 8: To be decided later with participants. No advance registration. Welcome!
Have you wanted to explore unknown worlds or uncover secrets? Encounter situations from another perspective? You can do all this at the library's tabletop role-playing game club. A little imagination and immersion will get you far. In uncertain situations, the dice will tell our fate.
Tempo resident orchestra workshops open to everyone!
The Tempo resident orchestra's open and fun workshops will start again in September at the evening clubhouse at Koivukylä resident farm! Everyone is welcome to join!
Come to ELOkolo on Tuesday, 10.11., from 5-7 PM for a movie night to watch The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. This gathering is specifically for families with special needs children.
Lasten Kino shows children's films in the Tello hall on the lower floor of Klaukkalan kirjasto. Free tickets for the films are distributed about two weeks before the screening. You can bring movie snacks to the screenings!
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!
At the Main Library's morning story times, you can enjoy a nice shared moment with rhymes, fairy tales, and stories. Recommended age +3. If you come with a daycare group
In our early childhood music sessions, we learn well-known and newer songs. During the sessions, we play music, explore a variety of instruments and take part in musical games. It doesn’t matter if you have never played an instrument or sung before. We discover music and have fun together with your child. The baby music session lasts 30 minutes. Everyone is welcome to join regardless of language skills or musical background. The group is intended for children aged 3 months to 3 years. Participation is free of charge. We recommend bringing your own blanket or non-slip socks, depending on the child’s age. Please only attend the session if you are feeling well. Registration for the baby music sessions is available via the link below: https://link.webropol.com/s/vauvamuskari Registration opens on 24 August at 10:00 for the following music sessions: Tapiola Library (youth space) 21 October at 10:30 Iso Omena Library (Stage) 27 October at 11:00 Sello Library (Jaminurkka) 28 October at 10:30 Entresse Library (Blue Room) 3 November at 11:00 Lippulaiva Library (Salon) 4 November at 11:00 Kauklahti Library 11 November at 10:30 Sello Library (Jaminurkka) 17 November at 11:00 Entresse Library (jukebox) 25 November at 11:00 Iso Omena Library (youth space VOX) 2 December at 11:00 The sessions are led by music pedagogues Sakari Heikka and Lauri Iljin. sakari.heikka(at)espoo.fi lauri.iljin(at)espoo.fi
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.
At Klaukkalan kirjasto story times, we read stories and poems on two days a month at 6 PM. The sessions last about 20 minutes and are best suited for children aged 3 and up.
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
At this story time the stories are told in a clear and plain Finnish language. While listening to Finnish fairy tales, you can learn the language and also meet new friends.
The Story Safari puppet theatre performance. Where our story takes us, the sky is high like the moon and the earth is red like a fox's fur. Where our story takes us, you can hear the song of flamingos and the trumpeting of elephants. This colourful and musical puppet theatre performance takes the audience to the African savannah, where they'll meet a giraffe, a hippopotamus, a turtle, and more. The performance is based on stories told in Africa and around the world. With the help of ants, they escape great trouble, and even the smallest can overcome a powerhouse with their cleverness. Script: Ilpo Mikkonen. Direction and puppets: Rainer Kaunisto. Duration: 30 minutes. Photo: Ilpo Mikkonen.
The whole Maunula-talo will be buzzing with activities! Join the Cosplay fashion show as your favourite character or dive into K-pop dance at Random Play Dance. At the mini art alley, art and craft lovers will be selling their creations, and you can make a pin from discarded library manga at the pin workshop. An anime film will be screened in Metsäpurosali. Månsas Deli café will be open all day. Entry is free, and there's no age limit for the event. The film and its age rating will be announced soon. Location: Metsäpurosali, lobby and youth centre, 2nd floor, and library, 1st floor. APPLICATION: Apply to join the art alley between 13.7.–10.8.2026 using this form.