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.
Welcome to come and listen to bedtime stories in the Nöykkiö library's multi-purpose room, the event is open to all. The Spring bedtime storytimes are at 18:00 on Thursdays 20.8., 17.9., 8.10., 12.11. and 17.12.
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
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.
ODE to XR brings international immersive art and film to Helsingin keskustakirjasto Oodi in November! Be the first in Finland to experience an international exhibition full of new worlds, surprising stories, and experiences where human creativity and new technologies break the boundaries of reality. At the exhibition, you'll also get to meet the artists and directors behind the works. This free exhibition is open to everyone and is part of the MatchXR event series. The exhibition features works from six different countries, from France to South Korea. You can preview the works here: ODE to XR – MatchXR. Event time: Friday, Nov 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM. Event location: Oodin 1. kerros, Oodin 2. kerroksen Kuutio, Oodin 2. kerroksen Aura. Organized by: DIMECC and Metaverse Finland in cooperation with Helsingin kaupunki and Helsinki XR Center.
Keskustakirjasto Oodi, Töölönlahdenkatu 4 · Helsinki
At Jokela library, we watch fun and exciting children's animations once a month! Screenings are held in the Jokela-sali on Fridays at 10 AM. 18.9. Pörr
Welcome to listen to a story at Sananjalka in the main library! This story time is for children under school age, and children in home care with their carers, family daycare providers with their groups, and other small groups are all welcome. The story time lasts about 20 minutes.
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
Kirlittan presents The Great Adventure play – Teatteri Tuomikko
How do you know this island is deserted? – Because in all great adventures, you always get shipwrecked on a deserted island. And this is that great adventure!
Whole family literary event: Kirjalitta – Animal-themed book fun
The day's programme includes performances, rhyme baths, author visits, an animal-themed children's book quiz, and other fun literary activities for the whole family.
Come get into the Christmas spirit at Lottamuseo's traditional Christmas opening! There will be activities for the whole family throughout the day. Lottamuseo is open from 11 AM to 5 PM. Free entry.
Water play is a shared physical activity for families where there's no need to perform or compete. The activity is supervised, but a child always needs their own adult with them.
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!
IsoKristiina's enchanting Christmas opening event on Sat 14.11. will feature a gnome school, Santa Claus, and the Juhlaprinsessat. Come enjoy the Christmas atmosphere and get into the spirit of the most magical time of the year!
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
Pinkki and Fankki are two hilarious wild cats who sing their own children's songs. The duo consists of Mia Kavasto and Tiina Ryyppö. At the gig, children get to dance and sing with the cats. The program always includes a small Pinkki quiz. The duo has released four singles between 2021–2023: Funkykatti, Vaskitsa, Mukava kana, and Kanihanibani. The songs are available on Spotify and Apple Music. The duo has also achieved success in the Salo children's song competition. Recommended for ages 3–8 years, duration about 30 minutes.
SAFETY CIRCLE BY KGShub Learn. Grow. Create. Stay Safe. A fun and interactive programme where children learn and grow together. SEPTEMBER THEME: IDENTITY Children will explore: - Who am I? - What are my values? - How do I build confidence and healthy boundaries? - Why is knowing my worth important? YEAR-LONG SKILLS LAB Children can choose ONE skill to develop through the year: Sewing or Creative Writing. LAUNCH EVENT Saturday, 12 September 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Iso Omena Library (Omenan Kirjasto) Palvelutori, Espoo Direct access via Matinkylä Metro For parents & children. All families welcome. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED. SNACKS INCLUDED. Safety Circle by KGShub: Building confident, creative, and safety-conscious children. #helloespoo
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!
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
The open and free family café organized by Kiintymysvanhemmuus ry, meets on Saturday, November 14th, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at Yhteisötalo, located at Raastuvankatu 7 (entrance from the courtyard).
Kuvataideyhdistys Maahiset art association's annual exhibition at Rovaniemen kirjasto in the Lapponica hall. Featuring colourful works by the association's members.
Rovaniemen pääkirjasto, Jorma Eton tie 6 · Rovaniemi
Story time and craft sessions in German - Märchen- und Bastelstunden auf Deutsch
Dive into the world of German fairy tales at the main library in Metso! Wir lesen Geschichten auf Deutsch for Kinder im Vorlesealter (0–6 Jahre). Kommt vorbei, macht es euch gemütlich und hört zu.
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.
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
Nukketeatteri Pikkukulkuri presents: Leppäkerttu Pilkuton! Welcome to the pre-event for Children's Rights Week! In Jokela-sali on Nov 15 at 1:30 PM. Le
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+)
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.
Come and meet Kossi the reading dog at the library. If your child wants to practice reading, Kossi will happily listen without barking or judging. Kossi also loves cuddles and scratches!