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A volunteer English-speaking 3D-coach offers guidance and support at Ison Omenan Library's workshop. Perfect for both newcomers and experienced users.
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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.
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Finnish fairy tales and stories for young children accompanied by an adult.
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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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Weekly workshop evenings at Ison Omenan Library where children and adults create together. The library supplies all materials.
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Open craft workshop for adults at Iso Omena Library where you can repair clothes, make jewelry, or sew.
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A relaxed art journal workshop where you create at your own pace without pressure. Bring your notebook and start making.
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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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A Finnish-language children's film screening every Saturday at 12:00 at Ison Omena Library. Suitable for children from 7 years old, and you can bring your own treats.
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A wellbeing path addressing mental health, housing, sleep, recovery, legal planning, nutrition, physical activity and nature.
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A safe space for girls to pursue their own interests and discuss personal questions with supportive adults.
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Connectoria gathers once a month at Ison Omenan library. The August meeting focuses on food culture - bring a dish, spice, or food memory from your home country.
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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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Vietnamese story and music club for children at Ison Omena Library. The programme features children's books and songs in Vietnamese.
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Chair exercise class for seniors at Ison Omenan library on Mondays and Wednesdays. Exercises for mobility, strength, and balance, suitable for everyone regardless of functional ability.
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Italian language café at Ison Omenaissa library where you practice speaking in a relaxed atmosphere with an experienced teacher.
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Story time for children in Albanian at Ison Omena library, held once a month.
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Elmuska's monthly singing evening at Ison Omenan library featuring rotating singers and classic songs with refreshments.
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Swedish language cafe at Ison Omena Library every Thursday. Open to all who want to practice Swedish through conversation.
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An Arabic reading group that meets monthly at Ison Omenan library in Espoo. The next meeting is on 4 September from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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A monthly reading circle at Ison Omena Library in Espoo where participants discuss literature together on the first Monday of each month.
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Manga and anime club for grades 3-6 at Ison Omenan library in Matinkylä. Members learn through reading, watching, and hands-on activities. Free and open to both beginners and experienced fans.
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Seniors help seniors learn to use digital devices and e-services at the library in Espoo.
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Reading dog Lloyd listens to children read at the library. Free practice sessions for developing reading skills.
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Creative writing exercises for adults over six evenings led by library educators Heli and Päivi.
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Beginner ukulele course for adults and young people aged 12+ at Ison Omenan library. No prior musical experience needed, and instruments are provided. Classes meet on Thursdays from September through November.
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Safety Circle is an English-language family programme from KGShubin where children explore identity and self-confidence. The year includes a workshop in sewing or creative writing.
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Monthly meeting café at Ison Omenan Stage for community and wellbeing. September's gathering focuses on everyday safety with expert speakers and discussion.
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A poetry slam organized by Espoo writers, featuring MC rapper Vaara and guest poet Pauli Jokinen. Performance slots are distributed on site.
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A family cafe for bicultural families at Ison Omenan library, featuring play, reading and activities for children, plus opportunities for parents to connect and find support.
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The Youth Lounge is a gathering space for children and young people where you can play games, hang out with friends, and bring your own ideas to life with the help of staff.
other11:00A music education class for babies and toddlers featuring singing, play, and exploration of instruments.
lecture12:30A gathering of craft teachers at Ison Omenan library focused on integrating physical activity into craft education.
lecture17:00Poetry teacher Kati Oinonen performs works by classic Finnish poets at Ison Omenan library. The performance features interactive moments with the audience.
concert12:00The choir Dominante performs Finnish choral music at Iso Omenakirjasto library. Espoo's Cultural Chain free concert is open to all.
concert10:00A storytelling concert introducing Finnish folk instruments and folk songs, perfect for the whole family and especially young children.
lecture16:00A reading debate for primary school students about villains in books and animations, hosted by children's author Aleksandra Lahtinen.
concert10:30The children's music orchestra Svengaavat hirvet performs play songs where children sing, dance, and play alongside the musicians. A 30-minute concert at Ison Omenan library.
other18:00Opening of the Youth Lounge at Ison Omena Library. A new space for children and young people to hang out, play, and create together. Light refreshments will be served on opening day.
lecture16:00Award-winning lecturer Mari Anthoni presents Espoo's history through stories of significant places, people, and events. An interactive and illustrated cultural experience for all.
lecture18:00Coalition Party discussion on sustainable growth in Espoo, held at Ison Omena Library.
concert13:00Classical guitarist Yunjia Liu presents the "Rainbow" project, a concert series built around the colors of the rainbow. The programme features classical works and the world premiere of the composition "PUU".
lecture17:00Free reading advice in libraries from HERO's special education professionals. Tips for dyslexia, apps and assistive tools, plus support for learning challenges. Reading dog Halla sometimes attends.
other14:30Celebrate International Literacy Day with bookmark crafting and read-aloud sessions at Ison Omena Library.
other13:00Design and print your own pattern on a reusable fabric bag in this free workshop. Limited to the first 50 participants.
concert15:00Henna-Maija Kuki performs on the accordion with dance music classics and folk melodies at Ison Omenan Library. The audience can sing along or dance.
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An exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of Espoo's resident parks tours the city's libraries. At Ison Omena Library, the digital display highlights the history and memories of Matinkylä and Olari parks.
festival14:00INVERSUS™ takes families on a three-hour journey through art history with live performances, workshops, and interactive games for all ages. Free entry, no registration needed.
festival09:00Ison Omenan Palvelutori marks its 10th anniversary on Espoopäivän with the Nalleneuvola event, live music, and afternoon dancing.
lecture17:00Visual professionals share images from their lives and art in a relaxed Pecha Kucha format, followed by an audience question session.
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A fitness advice tour stop at Ison Omenan library in Espoo where you can discuss your wellbeing and receive exercise recommendations.
other(7 days)
Virtual diving among Baltic Sea creatures using a tablet at Iso Omenia Library. Part of the Baltic Sea Day programme.
lecture(57 days)
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.
other(15 days)
The children's summer club meets at Ison Omenan library on Mondays and Fridays. The programme features crafts, reading and games.
other13:00Ison Omenan Library hosts a writing workshop for children and young people where they can contribute their own stories to the book "My Story 3".
other10:00Senior Package Välkky is a free sports and culture event for seniors. The programme features exercise instruction, group singing, and refreshments.
sport15:30Ison Omenan library hosts a table tennis tournament for children and young people. The tournament takes place in the youth center Vox.
other13:00Ison Omenan library offers summer programs for children and young people in June. This session features a quiet reading hour in the youth space Vox.
other13:00A summer stop-motion animation workshop where you learn to create animations using puppets and modelling clay. Suitable for all ages, with young children needing an adult companion.
theater10:00Minna Kaaronen presents a dance work where household objects become costumes and choreography. A family-friendly performance for children from age 3.
other13:00Ison Omenan library runs summer activities for young people. This session introduces tabletop roleplaying games in Vox with no prior experience required.
lecture(66 days)
Jotpa and Ura-institutti are hosting an information session for mothers on parental leave without employment or studies. Find out about career guidance and sign up for the project.