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A casual morning gathering with porridge and coffee at Oulunkylä Community House.
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A fitness session performed while seated with or without chair support. The class includes warm-up, strength exercises, and stretching.
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An open poetry group gathering every Monday in Oulunkylä, led by Marjut.
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An open karaoke night for all, where you can sing your favourite songs or simply enjoy others' performances in friendly company.
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Open-mic evening for music and spoken word with Ogeli House Band and guest artists.
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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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Karuna Flow Music Duo performs mantra music with piano, guitar, and vocals. Free admission.
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Language students take you on an armchair journey around the world through their own stories and cultures. Coffee and snacks included.
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A casual language practice group where Finnish learners of any level can meet and converse together.
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A trivia night with changing themes at Oulunkylä Community Hall in Helsinki.
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A weekly Wednesday gathering at Oulunkylä Seurahuone where participants listen to music together, with the theme selected by the facilitator or the group.
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Record Council is a community music event where participants listen to and evaluate music together as an expert panel.
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An evening of group singing and karaoke where everyone can sing their favorite songs and join in communal singing. Open to all.
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Traditional Friday bingo at Oulunkylä community hall with coffee packages and treats as prizes.
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Open sewing workshop with access to sewing machines and overlock for experienced users.
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Free craft workshop where you develop fine motor skills together with others. No experience required.
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Open art group where you can develop your own artistic ideas and experiment with different techniques. All materials are provided.
concert13:00A classical music concert for seniors featuring singer Timo Aalto and pianist Mikko Mattila. The programme includes poetry and group singing.
lecture12:00A hands-on workshop exploring artificial intelligence, its practical applications, opportunities and risks. Participants collaborate to envision the future they want to create.
other13:00A song workshop exploring the anatomy of hit songs and composition techniques. Singer-songwriter Mirkka Paajanen guides you through writing your own songs and collaborative songwriting.
other15:00Oulunkyla residents gather at the community house to plan the autumn programme over coffee and cake. All suggestions are welcome.
other14:00Free guided walking tour of Oulunkylä's historic sites, from Seurahuone to Puukirkko and Oulunkylä Church.
lecture14:30Information meeting about Neighbourhood Circles for volunteer coordinators. The session covers the purpose of the activity, how to establish a circle, and the coordinator's responsibilities.
theater19:30A Ukrainian monodrama exploring identity and trauma through physical theatre and ritualistic stage language.
other14:00Free creative workshop where you can try art, photography, and crafts with varying themes. No prior experience required.
exhibition(51 days)
An art exhibition featuring fabric mandalas designed and created by a group under Lidia Kivinen's guidance throughout the summer.
other(29 days)
A photography workshop exploring the world through a camera lens and how to express emotions through images. You can use your own camera or your phone's camera.
lecture15:00Experienced consultant Aino explores the causes of depression and burnout and how to address them at Oulunkylä Community Hall.
lecture16:00A lecture on Finnish entrepreneur and restaurant pioneer Johanna Charlotta Maexmontan, who significantly influenced Helsinki's social and dining culture in the late 19th century.
other14:00An open art workshop where you can try different techniques and materials with guidance. Suitable for all skill levels.
lecture12:00Language learners share stories from China and Romania. Coffee and refreshments included.
other10:00Free bicycle maintenance service at Oulunkylä Seurahuone in June. The summer worker helps with bike checks and repairs on weekdays from 10:00 to 17:00.
concert18:30Karuna Flow Music Duo performs at Arts Night at Oulunkylä Community Hall. Free admission, tea and refreshments included.
other14:00Open art group meeting at Oulunkylä Community House on Wednesdays and Thursdays for painting and discussion.
other(50 days)
An open art workshop where you can work on your own projects, try new techniques, or create together with others. Architect and painter Natalia Kottonen leads the group, and all materials are provided.
other(17 days)
Guided sewing session in Oulunkylä where you can use a sewing machine or do handicrafts with instructor support.
concert18:00The band Umami plays a concert at Oulunkylä Seurahuone with free entry.
lecture10:00The 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.
festival12:00A summer season closing celebration with live music, dance lessons, folk dancing, stone painting and garden games for the whole family.
lecture(29 days)
Community 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.
other12:00A 2.4 km nature walk along a ring trail through Haltiala forest reserve, followed by sausage grilling at a cottage.
concert13:00BONFAJA is a duo with African influences and a northern spirit performing song and rap. The concert is part of Oulunkylän Seurahuone's summer Friday series featuring live music and grilling.
lecture12:30A guided tour of the restored villa where world-famous soprano Aino Ackté spent her summers. Discover a chapter of Finnish cultural history from the late 19th century.
other10:30A drawing and painting excursion to Suomenlinna departing from Oulunkylä Community Hall or Market Square. Binding registration is required.
festival14:00Summer finale at Kulttuuritila Merirastis featuring a music and theatre performance by Veera Railio and Johanna Viksten. Interactive entertainment, coffee and festive treats for all ages.
other(8 days)
A low-threshold workshop on listening to your body and exploring creative movement without performance pressure. Open to everyone regardless of experience.
other12:00Guided excursion to Kumpela Botanical Garden with the chance to join tours on history, cultural plants, and Japanese garden culture.
other10:30Free craft workshop where you create decorative flowers from egg cartons under the instructor's guidance.
other10:30Guided craft workshop where you create beautiful decorations from natural pinecones. Suitable for all ages.
lecture10:30Guided excursion to Seurasaari island with a tour of historic buildings. Departure from Oulunkylä Community Centre or directly to Seurasaari.
festival14:00Summer celebration with music, speeches, food and traditional piñatas hosted by the Finland-Nicaragua Society.
other12:30Guided tour of Korkeasalo Zoo exploring animal social behaviour and comparing it with human community dynamics. Meeting at the ticket office at 12.30.
other13:00Group outing to the Puotila minigolf centre. Participants play one round together before continuing at their own pace. Minigolf is free, but travel costs are self-funded.
sport14:00A group activity featuring minigolf at the Pukinmäki course. Participation is free and limited to 10 people.
lecture(15 days)
Indian head massage treating the head, face, ears, neck, shoulders and upper back. The treatment takes 15 minutes and requires no undressing.
other11:00Morning Asahi session with light exercise and breathing practices led by Aristarkos. Free entry, no registration needed.
lecture(15 days)
A workshop on hand health featuring hand exercises, home care techniques, and acupressure led by Urziya.
other10:30Free craft workshop where you decorate glass jars, storage boxes, and candles using decoupage technique. Materials are provided, but you can bring your own items to decorate.
other(22 days)
A colorful craft workshop where you create handmade projects and crafts together with other participants on different themes.
sport(22 days)
A brisk walking group that meets for walks together in fresh air and pleasant company.
festival(22 days)
An open-stage event where anyone can perform with their own or borrowed music, spoken word, or talk. Featuring Ogeli House Band and guest artists.
other(22 days)
An open art workshop where you can try different artistic techniques and materials under guidance. Suitable for everyone, including continuing your own projects.
other(15 days)
Learn to knit baby socks with instructor Urziyan. Bring your own yarn and needles if you have them available.
other10:30Celebration of International Joke Day at Oulunkylä Community Hall featuring body-care, children's jokes, and participants' own stories throughout the day.
club18:00Club Obsession is an open evening featuring writer Artemis Kelosaari, poet Tuija Kervinen, and musician Zuge Guerilla. The club also offers an open mic for interested artists.
other13:00Free workshop where old T-shirts are crocheted into bags and baskets. Limited places available - registration required.
other11:45A community centre boat trip to Stora Iiluoto along the eastern archipelago route. Grilling facilities available on the island. Departure from Kalasatama pier at 12.00, return around 17.00.
lecture15:00A lecture on deaf history, community, and the role of sign language. Participants will learn some signs in practice.
lecture13:15Guided tour of a maritime museum featuring maritime art, antiques, and historic maps. Meeting point at Pasila station.
concert14:00A midsummer concert featuring singer-songwriter Yusuf Albegoglu, whose music blends northern longing with warmth from the south. Free admission.
lecture16:00Community coordinator Petri Komulainen presents photographs from his travels to South Korea and shares experiences from a country where tradition meets modern technology.
festival13:00Helsinki Day celebration with live music and free entry at Oulunkylä Community Hall. The programme features Trubaduuri Vesa Salmi and Nättinassut Duo.
exhibition(20 days)
An exhibition at Oulunkylä Samfundshus showcasing Malla's mandalas and poetry from local poetry groups. The colors and details of the mandalas invite exploration and personal interpretation.
other(15 days)
Artist Lidia Kivinen leads a community art workshop where participants collaborate to design and make a patchwork quilt, which will later be displayed at Oulunkylä Seurahuone.
other(20 days)
An open sewing workshop where an instructor helps with sewing and pattern questions and shows how to use the machines. Sewing machines are freely available.
lecture(57 days)
A summer group for young people exploring nature-related questions through discussion and collaborative learning.
club(29 days)
Open craft club where you can work on your own projects, get advice, and meet fellow enthusiasts.
lecture(15 days)
A free Finnish language group where you can practice together with others. Coffee, tea, and light snacks are served.