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Starting from August 15, meet us at Tehtaankatu 27, Helsinki!
Abdennour Belalit, from the Alexandra N’Possee company, invites you to discover hip-hop dance — a blend of technique, self-expression, and the joy of movement!
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Voices of the Baltic Sea: Science, Art and Action
Tuesday the 2nd of September, 2025 17.00-20.00
Conference: Scientists, artists, and policymakers join forces to turn the challenges of the Baltic Sea into drivers of action.
Get ready to explore French and Finnish design through a mix of tradition and innovation — featuring standout pieces like Jaana Reinikainen’s “Trésor” rug, once displayed at the Élysée Palace.
Interested in carrying out a mobility and research project between France and Finland? Apply for the Maupertuis Program by September 22, 2025!
French Film Summer Series at Cinema Orion
The novel captivated the jury with the power of its storytelling, the richness of its imagination, and its evocative, fable-like narrative style.
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Borrow books for the whole summer!
The library will be closed from June 7 to August 14 due to the relocation of the French Institute. Books borrowed before the closing of the library can be returned in August, at our new location!
The French Institutes of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Norway, and Sweden have awarded the French Institute Nordic Award on the theme of the oceans.
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Spring Reading Suggestions
In the mood for a touching novel, an inspiring cookbook, or maybe something in between? Discover our media library’s spring selections here!
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Septentrionales Residency 2025
Laureate announcement – Congratulations to Madalena Valencia!
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Guarding the Baltic Sea
A new multidisciplinary art project to protect the seas has arrived!
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New arrivals at the library!
Discover all the latest additions in the list below and find your next favorite!
Discover the latest novel by Hervé Le Tellier, the story of a young man whose name was found on the wall of Le Tellier’s own house.