Book clubs
Several book clubs meet at the library, with themes changing every season. See more detailed information and the books being discussed in the clubs in the Helmet.fi Events section.
Book drop
It is on your own responsibility if you return your loans via the book drop. If you return items via the book drop when the library is closed, you cannot get a receipt because the loans are not registered as returned into the library system this way. The library staff records the items returned via the book drop as returned only on the next opening day of the library. Items returned in the book drop can result in penalty fees until the returns are recorded.
Book exchange
Book exchange station for customers' books.
Coffee machine
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Credit card option
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Digital support
Help with using the library’s or your own devices (computer, smartphone or tablet) and electronic services with or without an appointment.
Dogs allowed
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Enter ry guidance
Volunteer peer guides from Enter help seniors with using computers, tablets, smartphones and electronic services. Appointment booking at the library or by phone.
Exhibition vitrines
An exhibition vitrin where you can hold small exhibitions free of charge.
Open on Saturdays
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Outdoor games
Children's pétanque, badminton, mölkky, wooden ring toss game, frisbee golf set, basketball and soccer balls.
Quick reading tips
Want something new to read? Don't know where to start? Want some reading tips just for fun?
Quick reading tips is an easy and fun way to get personalized book tips about on your own interests. Helsinki City Library’s staff will choose you recommendations based on words you select from on form below. The 5 book list list will come directly to your e-mail!
Fill a form and the marvelous world of books is on its way.
General fiction
Other realities
Reading Dog
Reading Dog Nella takes appointments at Munkkiniemi Library. Book your own reading time in the library's info or by telephone 09-31085033.
Recycling point for batteries
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Self-service pick-up for reservations
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Self-service printing
In early 2023, Helsinki libraries will transition to a new printing system. In the future, it will no longer be necessary to log in to the machines with personal credentials.
To print, you will need to create a printing account. You can create an account by visiting the printing service website at asiakastulostus.hel.fi and selecting "Register an account." To create the account, you will need an email address. Activate your account by clicking on the link sent to your email and make note of the PIN code provided in the message.
On visitor computers, you can print A4-sized pages in black and white or color as a self-service option. The cost is 0.40 euros per page. Free printouts will no longer be available in Helsinki. Payment for printouts will be made directly to the library staff.
Special services
Book tips, library tours and other special services must be booked in advance by contacting the library.
Story hours
Story hours at Munkkiniemi Library on Saturdays from 11:00 to 11:30.
ToPo:n kausikortit
Nyt voit lainata Torpan Poikien (koripallo) kausikortin Munkkiniemen kirjastosta. Kortin eräpäivä on aina seuraavan kotipelin jälkeinen päivä. Yhdellä kirjastokortilla voit lainata kaksi kausikorttia. Kausikortit palautetaan Munkkiniemen kirjastoon eikä niitä voi varata tai uusia.
Wi-Fi
Customers have the use of Stadinetti, a free-of-charge wireless network provided by the City of Helsinki.
A bag with exercise equipment for seniors
A bag with exercise equipment for seniors contains different excercise equipment and instructions. Loan period is 4 weeks. Can't make a reservation for the bag.
Bright light lamps
Color prints
Self-service printing. You can print A4 black and white or colour prints on the customer printers. Price is €0.40 per sheet.
Computers
Two of the customer computers at Munkkiniemi Library have a one-hour usage time. The customer computer located in the workspace has a two-hour usage time.
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Copy machine (color)
Black and white or colour copies, self-service, sizes A4 and A3. One-sided copy €0.40/sheet, two-sided copy €0.80/sheet. You can also use the copier to scan documents to your e-mail or a memory stick.
Digital magazine service
You can read Finnish newspapers and foreign newspapers and magazines in digital format on designated tablets at the library.
Check out more detailed information on the digital magazine service at the library here: https://www.helmet.fi/en-US/eLibrary/Magazines
Drill bit set
SDS-Plus drill bit set for rotary hammer.
Hammer drill
A professional rotary hammer with a powerful 800W motor and SDS-Plus drill bit attachment; 3 modes: hammer drilling, non-hammer drilling, chiseling. Drilling capacity in concrete up to 26 mm. Impact energy of 2.4 J. Interchangeable quick chuck. Comes in a Makpac case. A drill bit set is available for loan. The loan period is 5 days, with a 2-day pickup time. Reservations can be made at the customer service desk or by phone at 0931085033.
Headphones
Headphones loaned for use in the library. Loan at the service desk with your library card.
Multifunction device
You can use the multifunction device to print, copy and scan without appointment.
Pick up tool
Self check-out and return machines
Option to use the self check-out and return machines for checking out and returning material.
Aalto collection
A selection of literature on architecture, Alvar and Aino Aalto in particular. Several of the books are for reference only.
Board games
Magazines
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Rainbow shelf
The rainbow shelf improves the discoverability and equality of LGBTQIA* material in the library. Library staff stock the rainbow shelf with materials for adults, young people and children that describe the life of sexual and gender minorities and rainbow culture mainly through positive representation. Homophobic and transphobic material does not belong on the rainbow shelf. Rainbow shelves can be found in several Helmet libraries, and all their materials can be reserved and borrowed in accordance with the Helmet rules of use. The material placed in the rainbow shelves of Helsinki City Library can be found in the Helmet database with the search word “sateenkaarihylly” (“rainbow shelf”).