lecture15:00The Poetics Conference brings together poets, writers, and scholars to discuss questions of poetry and literature. Speakers include Jonis Hartman, A. V. Marraccini, Merima Dizdarević, Antti Salminen, and Berta García Faet.
lecture13:00A guided literary walk through Koskelå led by poet Saila Susiluoto and museum lecturer Sauli Seppälä. The walk is free and open to all.
lecture13:00A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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An architecture walk exploring Alvar Aalto's human-centred modernism in Helsinki. Discover Finlandia Hall, the Iron House, and the Academic Bookstore with an expert guide.
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A one-hour guided tour of Alvar Aalto's iconic Kulttuuritalo, exploring the building's modernist architecture, history, and political significance.
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A meditation session exploring body-mind awareness and deepening concentration under the guidance of musician Kalle Ylitalo, who brings ten years of Buddhist meditation practice experience.
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The senior reading circle meets once a month to read today's newspapers together, discuss the news, and share thoughts. You can also attend just to listen.
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An open brain-teaser group for pensioners and unemployed people in Helsinki. Exercise your memory with word games and puzzles.
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A peer-support group for people with a memory disease diagnosis. Meetings include news exchange and activities such as brain exercises, music, and physical activity.
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Regular gatherings for Japanese language enthusiasts at Oodi, where participants discuss Japanese culture and life in Finland. Conversations are held in English and Japanese.
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Open memory support group for people with a memory disease diagnosis or memory challenges. The group offers peer support, discussion, and activities to support memory at Kannelmäki service centre.
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Reading Hours is a free reading group for pensioners and unemployed people that meets on Wednesdays in even-numbered weeks at the Kannelmäki service centre. A volunteer reads stories followed by discussion over coffee.
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The presentation of the detailed plan amendment for the Senior Quarter in Vuosaari and a scale model are on display at Vuotalo from mid-August to early September. An open discussion meeting is held on 26.8 from 15.30 to 18.00.
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Expert-led walk through modern Helsinki's architecture from the 1930s to today. Explore office buildings, department stores, and public structures in the city centre with museum guides.
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An open discussion group for older adults exploring current topics and doing exercises to support mental wellbeing. Also for anyone wanting to maintain their Swedish language skills.
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Ankkuri Group is a peer support group for pensioners and unemployed people discussing mental wellbeing, life management, and substance use.
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Open memory training group for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card. Quizzes, memory exercises and brain gymnastics.
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Memory training group for pensioners and unemployed at Kampi service centre. Train your memory together with others using various tasks - no registration needed.
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Physiotherapist-led gentle body care for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card during summer.
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Open memory group for people with a memory diagnosis or memory problems. Meet others in the same situation and receive peer support and information about brain health.
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A discussion group for pensioners and unemployed people at Laajasalo Service Centre. The event is open to all who have a service centre card.
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An open and free memory-activating group for pensioners and unemployed people in Helsinki.
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Somali story time for children aged 3-6 years with their families at Malmi Library.
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The Elonkirjon kaupunki project presents alternative plans to protect city forests from development. The Helsinki event brings together architects and residents to discuss the future of Stansvik and Kumpula.
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Gym orientation for beginners. Book your spot from the notice board or call to register.
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Open peer support group for family carers meeting monthly. Share experiences, get information about services, and receive support from others in similar situations.
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Free digital support at Pasila Library by appointment. Advisors help with smartphones, tablets, and computers as well as email, social media, and electronic services. Sessions last one hour and can be booked online or by phone.
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Open memory group for people with memory challenges or a memory diagnosis. Meet others in the same situation, receive peer support, and learn about brain health and practical daily support.
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The garden club meets at Puistola Library on Mondays to discuss gardening and plant cultivation.
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An English-language book club that meets monthly at Pasila library. Participation is voluntary and no registration is required - you can also just come to listen.
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A monthly reading circle where participants discuss books together. Meetings are held on Thursdays from 14.30 to 15.30.
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English-language guided tour of the Suomenlinna fortress, covering its history and main sights, with included entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
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A guided walking tour through Suomenlinna fortress, exploring its history from 1748 to the present day. Tours depart from the museum and last approximately one hour.
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A natural dye-making course for children aged 7-11, exploring local plants and creating colours and natural materials through painting, printing, and construction. Taught in English in a small group with individual guidance.
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Kristiina Leppänen leads a course where 15-18-year-olds design and create their own masks from recycled materials while exploring the significance of masks in art and culture.