Kauniainen library

We have four customer workstations. We also have a few laptops that you can borrow (only for use in the library, not during self service hours). You can borrow a Hublet media tablet for a maximum of 2 hours (only for use in the library, available during self service hours). The computers and tablets cannot be booked in advance.

You can take copies in when the customer service is open. Doublesided copies in sizes A4 and A3.

You can use Hublet- tablet computers anywhere in the library. Read current news, get acquainted with our vast selection of e-magazines and e-books, use services online or watch your favorite tv-shows - You decide! For kids Hublet - tablets provide educational material and entertainment such as games and kids' shows. 

Showcase for exhibitions: we are happy to receive our customers’ own exhibitions of handicraft, collections, photographs and art. Exhibitions can be organised in the library’s locked showcase. Sales exhibitions are liable to a  charge of 10€.

Kauniainen's own art gallery. Exhibition price is 100€/week. Reduced price 50€/week for associations and organizations in Kauniainen. Reduced price 15€/week för youth organizations in Kauniainen, as well as organizations in Kauniainen för the unemployed and for senior citizens). Please contact culture producer Cecilia McMullen, phone number 050 5599580.

The library has a meeting room that can be reserved. Suitable for groups of up to 10 to 12 people. Available for non-commercial use. Please book in advance by calling 050 411 6504 or e-mailing kirjasto@kauniainen.fi. PLEASE NOTE! The meeting room is not available right now due to covid-19 restrictions.

The reading hall is meant for quiet study. There are a limited number of seats available due to covid-19 restrictions.

Our storyroom is located in the children's book section. You can play and read in the storyroom. We have story readings in finnish and in swedish once a month. Welcome to listen. PLEASE NOTE! The storyroom is not available right now due to covid-19 restrictions.

Exchange station for customers' own books and magazines. 

Paulig's coffee in different blends for 1€ a cup. Due to covid-19 restrictions the coffee machine is not in use right now, as customers must wear a face guard at all times.

We meet up once a month to discuss the books we have read. We'll read current favorites and old classics. Be in contact with the staff if you are interested in participating. 

During self-service hours, there are no staff at the library, but the facilities are monitored technically with the use of cameras, for example. During self-service hours you can check out and return material, use customer computers, read magazines, work or have meetings at the library. The wireless network is at your disposal. You can open the library door an enter by placing your library card below the device at the door with the barcode facing up and entering your four-digit PIN code. If you do not have your PIN code, the library staff will provide it to you during service hours.

Book your visit in advance by calling 050 411 6504 or e-mailing kirjasto@kauniainen.fi