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Swedish-language reading circle that meets monthly at Tapiola Library to discuss books and reading experiences.
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Open film screening for children and families every Friday at Tapiola Library. The first Friday of the month features a film for all ages, while other Fridays let the audience choose.
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Solmu is a free and open language café where you practice speaking Finnish in everyday situations. Beginners are welcome and no registration is needed.
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Reading dog Tyyne listens to children reading aloud at Tapiola Library once a month. Practising in a safe environment builds both reading skills and self-confidence.
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A postcard exhibition at Tapiola Library showcasing Finland through different perspectives. The exhibition runs from late August through late September.
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Advanced ukulele group meeting at Tapiola Library throughout the autumn. Music educator Sakari Heikka leads the group through familiar songs and new playing techniques.
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Tapiola Library's reading circle meets four times in autumn to discuss selected books.
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English conversation group for language enthusiasts looking to develop their skills and discuss interesting topics together.
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The Warrior Cats Club is a youth club at Tapiola Library for fans of the Warrior Cats book series, featuring crafts, games, and creative activities together.
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Casual ukulele jam on Fridays at Tapiola Library. Play different songs without preparation, focusing on accompaniment. All skill levels welcome, no commitment needed.
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A gaming group for Minecraft enthusiasts in grades 3-6, where you play together and solve the game's challenges as a team. Everyone welcome regardless of background or experience.
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Enter's volunteers provide free digital coaching for seniors at Tapiola Library, helping with phones, tablets, computers, and online services.
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A quiet reading group at Tapiola Library where you can read your own book and meet fellow book lovers.
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A club for primary school children where you play games, do crafts, read, and tell stories together. No registration needed.
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A child-led club for stick enthusiasts meeting every other Friday at Tapiola Library. Crafts, games, and stick care for children aged 7-11.
lecture17:00Reading advice and support for people with dyslexia at Tapiola Library. Featuring reading dog Halla, expert advisors, and learning games - free event.
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Family Library Morning at Tapiola Library featuring games, crafts, activities, and storytelling for the whole family.
lecture14:00Community singing for seniors at Tapiola Library. Experienced singing facilitator Elina Hakala leads the singing session where you can request your favourite songs. The event is free and open to everyone.
lecture18:00Author Leena Sainio presents her new book Tammifilosofit at Tapiola Library. The event features an interview and an opportunity to purchase a signed copy.
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Young people create their own songs using iPads and a synthesizer at Tapiola Library.
lecture18:00Author Teppo Hovi visits Tapiola Library to discuss his debut crime novel The Angels Who Disappeared and the Kasper Wik series. Book signing follows the talk.
theater14:00Language arts teacher Kati Oinonen presents poems by classic Finnish poets at Tapiola Library. The performance features interactive moments with the audience.
concert14:00The Finnish choir Dominante performs at Tapiola Library. The event is part of Espoo's Cultural Chain programme, offering art and cultural experiences for older residents.
lecture18:00Poet Mikko Räty presents his new collection "All That Falls" and discusses themes of loss and grace in conversation with author Riika Kotka.
lecture14:00Award-winning historian Mari Anthoni shares stories about Espoo's history, landmarks, and significant figures. The presentation is discussion-based, and participants can share their own memories.
lecture13:00Sociologist Sari Näre explores how wars shaped women's lives through her ancestors' stories. The meeting is hosted by cultural researcher Irene Jelin.
lecture18:00Crime fiction authors Hanne Dahl and Heikki Valkama build a crime novel plot together with the audience at Tapiola Library in Espoo.
other10:30Early childhood music education for babies and toddlers aged 3 months to 3 years. Songs, instruments, and movement games. Free.
concert10:30The children's music orchestra Svengaavat hirvet performs play songs where kids sing, dance, and play along. A 30-minute concert at Tapiola Library.
theater17:00A dance performance where everyday household materials transform into costumes, music, and movement for children and adults alike.
concert14:00Henna-Maija Kuki performs dance music classics and folk melodies on accordion and vocals. The event is part of the City of Espoo's Cultural Chain for older residents.
lecture18:00Author Mirva Karkinen presents her debut novel Leviatan, a story about women's position and the misogyny hidden within society, at Tapiola Library.
exhibition(25 days)
Artist Hanna Rinne's exhibition of mysterious life forms between pop-surrealism and contemporary art at Tapiola Library.
exhibition(12 days)
Espoo's resident parks celebrate their 50th anniversary with an exhibition touring the city's libraries in September. The exhibition showcases the parks' history, activities, and memories through photographs and stories.
other13:00An open graphic workshop where anyone can experiment with gel printing technique without prior experience. Instructors guide in Finnish, Swedish, and English.
concert16:00Classical guitarist Yunjia Liu presents the "Rainbow" project, a concert series built around the colors of the rainbow. Each 30-minute concert features classical works and the premiere of the new composition "PUU". The concerts are free and open to all.
lecture18:00Author Ari Saastamoinen presents his new book about pirates in the Mediterranean. After the lecture, the audience can ask questions and buy the book.
lecture17:00Practice argumentation and critical thinking through parliamentary debate in this free English-language workshop open to all levels.
lecture18:00Author and philosophy practitioner Severi Hämäri presents his new book on ancient philosophers' insights into life's essential questions.
exhibition(20 days)
A shared exhibition by artists Kseenia and Alexa in Tapiola Library's display window. Nature imagery meets emotional expression in a cohesive exploration of color and feeling.
exhibition(25 days)
Exhibition featuring napkin folding art through the seasons - from harvest motifs in August to Easter bunnies and midsummer roses, with seasonal table-setting ideas.
exhibition(27 days)
Kilahde Collective's eighth exhibition presents paintings and mixed-media works exploring different dimensions of the mind. The exhibition is open at Tapiola Library in early August.
exhibition(31 days)
The Warrior Cat Club Summer Exhibition displays children's and youth artwork at Tapiola Library throughout July.
exhibition(25 days)
Emmi Jaakola's colourful exhibition combines fruits, delicacies, and figures in acrylic and oil paintings. A celebration of joy and playfulness.
other13:00A summer stop-motion animation workshop at the library where you learn to move puppets, set up the camera, and build a story. Suitable for all ages, children under school age need an adult with them.
festival(64 days)
Open Friday film screenings for children and families at Tapiola Library. The first Friday of each month features an S-rated film, while other Fridays let the audience choose between S and K7 films.
exhibition(28 days)
Author Eppu Nuotio's Dream Garden opens at Tapiola Library for the summer. You can participate by writing or drawing your own dreams in the garden.
other(12 days)
Day camp for school-age children at Tapiola Library over two weeks in June. Each day brings new activities from board games to animation workshops. Attend the full week or just the days that work for you.
exhibition(26 days)
Amateur artist Tanja Kontinen presents an exhibition of summer flowers drawn with watercolor pens and pencil. The exhibition is open at Tapiola Library in early June.
exhibition(26 days)
Marika Meinander's exhibition showcases acrylic paintings of palm trees in different sizes at Tapiola Library throughout June.
exhibition(26 days)
Photographer Ellen Suikki from Espoo exhibits at Tapiola Library. Her works explore memory and forgetting through dreamlike colour harmony.