lecture14:00Researcher Erja Rappe discusses how nature affects the mental health and wellbeing of older adults.
lecture17:00Author Meritta Koivisto presents her new crime novel The Hermit at Kallio Library. She is interviewed by special correspondent Tiina Merikanto.
lecture13:00Töölö Service Centre showcases its offerings for seniors and autumn group activities. Meet social workers and enjoy refreshments.
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A reading circle exploring books featuring animals. Meets in the restaurant at Myllypuro service library.
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A reading circle at Jakomäki Library where participants discuss books together. Open group that welcomes new members at any time.
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An open poetry salon where participants discuss and share their favorite poems in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
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Cheerful nursery rhyme sessions for babies and toddlers with their parents at Myllypuro Library.
lecture12:30The Workers' Institute music lecture series explores Giuseppe Verdi's most celebrated operas, their plots, themes, and the interplay between music and text.
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English-language reading circle at Sello Library meets monthly to discuss books together. Participation is free and requires registration by email.
lecture14:00An art history tour of the University of Helsinki's classicist Observatory, exploring the building's architecture and the history of astronomy in Finland.
lecture14:45MiB and FYP Marketing host a marketing day with expert tips and networking for all interested participants. The event takes place both in person in Espoo and online via Zoom.
lecture15:00Jämsä 4H presents a hiking backpack available for loan, equipped with everything you need for outdoor adventures. The loan period is one week.
lecture15:00Free seminar on memory health for pensioners and unemployed at Roihuvuoren senior center. Open to anyone interested in memory issues or living with a memory disorder.
lecture17:00Maxim Fedorov presents his new book about Finland and the Finnish people. At the book release, he shares his journey into Finnish society, interviewed by Sampo Marjomaa.
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An English-language reading group meeting monthly at Richardsgatan Library. August's discussion focuses on Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights.
lecture18:00Sirkka Kosunen presents her autobiographical debut novel about intimate partner violence and the path to recovery. Free admission.
lecture18:00A 2.5-hour guided experience combining somatic movement, breathing exercises, slow flow yoga, and deep relaxation. The evening concludes with a reflection moment over tea and the option to draw a tarot card.
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Tapanila Library's reading circle meets monthly to discuss books. This season explores norms and adaptation through five international works.
lecture17:00Artist-led guided walks in the footsteps of Yrjö Blomstedt in Jyväskylä. Summer 2026 offers walks under dancer Laura Suonperä's guidance and family activities at Villa Rana.
lecture13:00A Swedish-language guided walk through Suomenlinna's history and present day, with free entry to the Ehrensvärd Museum.
lecture09:00Helsinki-info offers free advice on Helsinki city services and immigration matters through in-person consultations, phone, and chat.
lecture12:30A lecture series on Verdi's most celebrated operas, open to all interested listeners regardless of prior musical knowledge.
lecture14:00Finnish language conversation group at Pasila Library on Mondays and Wednesdays. Groups available for all levels from beginners to advanced.
lecture18:00A Bible evening for young adults with reading, discussion, shared prayer, and a light supper.
lecture13:00An online workshop offering hands-on guidance for creating your job applicant profile on the Job Market Finland platform. Advance registration is required, and participants must be residents of Helsinki.
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A discussion group for older adults to share thoughts about life's joys and challenges together. Requires a service centre card and is for retirees and unemployed individuals.
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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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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A peer-supported reading circle for POC readers meeting twice at Tikkurila Library. The group explores Carmen Baltzar's debut work carmen, with discussion and reflection at the second meeting.
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A language café where Finnish and Arabic speakers practice together, teaching each other their native languages over coffee.
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The city's digital advisor helps with computers, tablets, phones, and e-services at Kontula Community Centre. Bring your own device or use the centre's computers.
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A casual Finnish language practice group where learners of all levels can converse and improve their skills.
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A poetry group that meets every Monday at Stadin Community Centre Kontula to write poems together under volunteer guidance.
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Free story time for children and families at Töölö Library every Monday evening. Meeting place is the Reading Corner.
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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.
lecture16:00Art history student Anna Khirug leads a queer-guided tour of Kirsi Neuvonen's exhibition. The tour examines how the works engage with societal norms and opens perspectives on themes of otherness and diversity.
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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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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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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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Toastmasters group practices public speaking and presentation skills in an encouraging environment. Open meeting in English for all.
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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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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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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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A guided walk through Helsinki's sauna culture with a local Finnish guide. Learn about sauna history, practice Finnish vocabulary, and discover tips for responsible travel memories.
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Free digital support at Pasila Library: help with smartphones, tablets, and computers. Booking required, guidance lasts one hour.
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Roda ry peer support meeting at Sellos Library. An open gathering for anyone interested in peer support.
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Free chess instruction for all ages on Mondays at Lauttasaaren Library. Learn rules, openings, tactics, strategy, and endgames.
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Brain training in a small group at Kampi service centre. Simple exercises that stimulate different brain regions and can be done at home.
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Monthly book club at Hakunila Library where members discuss jointly selected titles. August's selection is Maja Lunde's "The Last".
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Free financial advice at Oodi library on the first Wednesday of each month. Experts help with money matters and debt problems confidentially.
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Arabic language café at Pasila Library where you can practise Arabic with native speakers. Suitable for all levels.
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Open discussion group for pensioners and unemployed people in Helsinki with a service centre card at Kampin service centre.
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Memory games and quizzes for retirees in Helsinki's service centre activity group.
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The language studio offers personal study guidance for those wanting to learn Finnish. A teacher will help you choose the right course.
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The mystery book club meets ten times during autumn 2026 at Ison Omenan library in Espoo. Participants discuss their favorite detective novels from authors including Donna Leon, Peter James, and Fred Vargas.
lecture16:00Community coordinator Petri Pöyhönen tells the story of Johanna Charlotta Maexmontan, a significant woman from the late 19th century who founded a boarding house, spa, and restaurant.
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Nursing students from Metropolia offer free health checks for pensioners and unemployed people: blood pressure and blood sugar measurements at Kontula senior centre.
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Hilma Support Centre opens a service point at Entressen Library every other Friday, offering free guidance to disabled immigrants and their families.
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A gathering for older Helsinki residents to discuss current topics and meet other participants.
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Free language café for practicing Finnish and discussing current events. Meets on Fridays at Konalantie 10.
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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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Free guidance for pensioners and unemployed people on e-services and online platforms at the service centre.
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Novellikoukku is a monthly reading group where short stories are read aloud and participants can do handicrafts at the same time.
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The garden club meets at Puistola Library on Mondays to discuss gardening and plant cultivation.
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Free housing advice for Espoo residents facing accommodation challenges. Experienced social workers assist with finding housing and resolving housing-related issues. Available on Tuesdays.
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Poetry Bath is a rhyme and verse session for babies aged 4 months to 1 year. The rhythm of poetry supports language development and offers a first introduction to literature.
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Swedish-language reading circle that meets monthly at Tapiola Library to discuss books and reading experiences.
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A creative writing group for seniors meeting every other Tuesday at the library. No experience needed - just bring curiosity and a willingness to write.
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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 physiotherapist instructs on gym equipment use for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card.
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English-language book club meeting monthly at the library. Discussions are in English, but books can be read in any language and fluency is not required.
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An open reading circle exploring societal themes about women's lives, humanity's relationship with nature, and technology's impact on daily life.
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Open story time at Sellos Library where stories are read in Finnish for children, parents, and preschool groups.
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A beginner Finnish language group meeting on Thursdays at Sellos Library using the TOISTO method. Open to all with no prior language experience required.
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Kaupungin digineuvoja auttaa sinua tietokoneen, tabletin ja puhelimen käytössä sekä asiointipalveluiden kanssa Malmilla.
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A beginner Finnish language course for multicultural children and youth in Espoo, meeting on Thursdays at Sello Library using the TOISTO method.
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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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Open discussion group where you practice Finnish by talking about current topics. Suitable for anyone with basic language skills.
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The Pilke Group is a discussion group for pensioners and unemployed people focusing on mental health and alcohol-related issues. Coffee and snacks are provided.
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A monthly book and culture discussion group in English at Itäkeskus Library. Participants can read or watch material related to the month's theme or simply join without preparation.
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Chinese story time for children at Ison Omena Library featuring tales and an introduction to Chinese culture.
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The city's digital advisor offers free help with computers, tablets, phones, and e-services at Pihlajamäki Community Centre.
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Swedish-language discussion group at Malmi community centre where you practise speaking and learn new words and expressions.
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Digitalkkari offers free help with computers, phones, and other devices at Myyrmäki Library. The service is available several times a week from August through November.
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A wellbeing path addressing mental health, housing, sleep, recovery, legal planning, nutrition, physical activity and nature.
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Open Swedish-language discussion group for beginners and advanced speakers. Practice speaking Swedish in a relaxed atmosphere without advance registration.
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Entressen's Swedish-language reading group meets monthly over afternoon coffee to discuss books.
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An art history guided tour through the University of Helsinki's central campus, exploring the buildings' history and architecture from 19th-century classicism to modern times.
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SPR's language café meets on Tuesdays at Entressen Library for informal Finnish practice. The group welcomes anyone looking to improve their Finnish language skills in a relaxed setting.
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Free housing search workshop where you can ask questions about housing and get help finding accommodation without needing to book in advance.
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Swedish language café at Pasila Library where you practise the language through conversation. Meets on Wednesdays from August to December.
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A monthly reading circle at Sello Library where participants discuss various books together. In August, the group reads Sven Mikser's "Vareda".
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A peer support group for rainbow seniors meeting monthly at Kontulan Senior Centre. Open to pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card, with the option to participate remotely.
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A peer support group for Somali-speaking men over 50, organized by the JADE community at Myllypuro service centre.
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The Kalajärvi Library reading circle meets on Wednesday evenings in autumn 2026. The first sessions focus on works by Maria Turtschaninoff and Irene Zidan.
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A film club where participants discuss the themes raised by films together. Throughout the autumn, artificial intelligence, difference, and human connection are explored through classic films - no prior experience required.
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Simple News Café is an open gathering where participants listen to simple news, read and discuss it together. A way to learn English and understand Finnish culture and history.
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A group exercise session supporting memory for pensioners and unemployed people with a service centre card. Participants complete verbal and written tasks to stimulate brain function.
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A music session where participants can share their favorite songs and listen to music together.
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Personal digital guidance for everyday technology challenges. Book a 60-minute session at the library, online, or by phone.
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A monthly reading circle at Entressen Library where participants discuss various books together.
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Open language cafe at Malminkartano Library where you can practise Finnish and discuss current topics with others.
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Library staff offer free guidance on digital services and online transactions in multiple languages.
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Open English story time at Lippulaiva Library in Espoo. Once a month on Thursdays from 5 to 5:30 pm, free entry for everyone.
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Free Finnish language café online via Teams on Thursdays from 18:00 to 19:00.
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Open evening story time for all at Nöykkiö Library. Stories and reading on Thursdays at 6 p.m.
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Russian-language story time for children at Entresse Library. Parents are welcome to attend.
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The city's digital advisor helps with computers, tablets, phones, and e-services at Helsinki Central Library Oodi 24-28 August. Personal guidance sessions can be booked in advance.
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A relaxed Finnish language practice group for adults at Koivukylä Library. Coffee, tea and conversation with no registration needed.
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Open peer support group for family carers at Gustavsgården service centre, where experiences are shared in a confidential setting.
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Finnish language café at Suutarila Library where participants practice Finnish through discussion of current topics.
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A fitness class combining exercise with folk dance steps, no partner needed. First session free, then 7 € per session.
lecture13:00A fitness advice tour stop at Ison Omenan library in Espoo where you can discuss your wellbeing and receive exercise recommendations.
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Pasila Library Culture Club meets every Tuesday to share traditions and customs. Free entry, no registration needed.
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Puistola Library's reading circle meets monthly with autumn's theme of power. August's session discusses Maria Stepanova's Kadoksiin.
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Espoo Info service advisors visit Lippulaiva Library to provide guidance and digital support on city services.
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Espoo Info service advisors offer guidance and digital support on city services at Entressen Library.
lecture14:00A 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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The city's digital advisor helps with computer, tablet, and phone use, as well as public e-services. The service is free and available on weekdays at the community centre.
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An open poetry group gathering every Monday in Oulunkylä, led by Marjut.
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Gentle yoga and meditation led by Dada with a focus on body balance. Mats and blankets are provided - just bring comfortable clothes.
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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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Open reception about safe relationships. A Suvanto ry event where you can discuss coercive situations with loved ones.
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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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An open meditation group meets on Sunday mornings at the library for 45 minutes of shared silence and conversation.
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Introduction to Paja's tools and equipment with guidance from a volunteer coach. Suitable for both beginners and experienced users.
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A casual language practice group where Finnish learners of any level can meet and converse together.
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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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A peer support group for people with OCD meeting monthly at Tikkurila Library, facilitated by an experienced peer leader.
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A volunteer-led English discussion group for pensioners and unemployed people at Roihuvuoren seniorikeskus.
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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.
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Sydkustens ordkonstskola offers word art as basic art education for 9-10-year-olds. Students write poetry, prose, and drama while receiving feedback on their texts.
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Sydkustens ordkonstskola offers word art instruction for 6-year-olds. In the group, you create stories, write poetry, and explore drama at your own pace. Teaching is conducted in Swedish.
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Sydkustens ordskola offers word art instruction for 7-8-year-olds. Classes cover poetry, prose, and drama at each student's own pace with teacher support. Teaching is in Swedish and follows the word art school curriculum.
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Sydkustens ordkonstskola offers word art instruction for 11-12-year-olds. During lessons you create stories, write poetry and drama at your own pace. The teaching follows the school's curriculum and is conducted in Swedish.
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Sydkustens ordkonstskola offers a word art course for ages 13-15. Students write poetry, prose, and drama under teacher guidance. Instruction is in Swedish.
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Sydkustens ordkonstskola offers word art for teenagers aged 16-18. Students create their own stories and write poetry, prose, and drama with guidance and feedback.