Digital help at Suolahti Library
Help using a computer, smartphone or tablet!
Suolahden kirjasto
Tue 12.5.2026 – Tue 15.9.2026
13 - 15
Puikot ja Pulinat Suolahden kirjastolla
Come meet new people over crafts, tea and coffee!
Suolahden kirjasto
Tue 11.8.2026 – Tue 15.12.2026
Tue 16:30 - 19
Palloilu- ja tasapainoryhmä
Beginner-friendly ball games and balance group for working-age adults and the newly retired.
Liikuntatalo
Tue 25.8.2026 – Tue 8.12.2026
10:00 - 11:00
Digital guidance at Äänekosken pääkirjasto
One-on-one, free guidance on digital matters!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Wed 26.8.2026 – Thu 24.9.2026
Mon, Wed, Thu / 12 - 16
Tällainen minä olen -taidenäyttely
A touching self-portrait art exhibition by the clients of Taitola in Äänekoski is on display at City Hall. Unique works created from various materials highlight the artists' personalities, interests, and strengths.
Kaupungintalo
Tue 1.9.2026 – Wed 30.9.2026
8:00 - 15:30
Sama saari, eri silmät; Valokuvia Gotlannista
A photo exhibition takes you to Gotlanti through the eyes of six photographers. It presents varied views, moods, and details—from vast landscapes to small encounters.
Äänekosken kaupunginkirjaston Hoikkassali
Wed 2.9.2026 – Tue 29.9.2026
Mon - Fri 10 - 19 and Sat 10 - 14
September Book Club at Äänekoski Main Library
Welcome to a book club led by Mari Moisio to discuss books in good company!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Thu 3.9.2026
17:30 - 19:00
Story Time at Suolahti Library in September
Come dive into stories!
Suolahden kirjasto
Thu 3.9.2026
9:30 - 10:30
Sadonkorjuu tapahtuma 3.9.2026
End-of-harvest celebration at the community garden for residents with speeches and a meal.
Yhteisöpuutarha
Thu 3.9.2026
14:00-16:00
Men's afternoon at Hietaman kirkko.
Believe it or not – come anyway!
Hietaman kirkko
Sat 5.9.2026
14:00
Suurtoripäivä in Äänekoski
Suurtoripäivä brings a traditional market-square vibe to town with about 25 vendors.
Äänekosken tori
Sun 6.9.2026
10:00-15:00
September book club at Suolahden kirjasto
Join the book club led by Mari Moisio to discuss books in good company!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Mon 7.9.2026
17:30 - 19:00
Tiistairastit Tunturikankaalla + yö
Orienteering is an easy way to get outdoors and active. There are routes for all ages and skill levels, and the whole family can join. You’ll learn to read a map, move through the forest, and enjoy the outdoors without pressure. Head into nature!
Tue 8.9.2026
17:00-19:00
Ulkoiluystäväkoulutus
Ulkoiluystäväkoulutus at Sumiaisten Kuntala on Wed 9 Sep 2026 at 14:30. Register by Wed 2 Sep 2026. Tel. 040 115199 or tiina.liimatainen@aanekoski.fi
Sumiaisten Kuntala/Valtuustosali
Wed 9.9.2026
14:30 - 16:30
Novellikoukku at Äänekoski Main Library in September
Come get hooked on short stories!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Thu 10.9.2026
17:30 - 18:30
HuimaUrho 2 - FC Soho
HuimaUrho's reserve team kicks off summer weekends with Friday night matches. The kiosk is open, so come watch the always entertaining Division 4. See the first team's future stars at the sports park pitches. Free entry.
Äänekosken liikuntapuisto
Fri 11.9.2026
19:30
VAPAAT ÄÄNET: Joakim Berghäll & Adele Sauros + T.I.M. (NO-FR)
This autumn, producer Charles Gil’s Vapaat äänet, celebrating its 30th anniversary, presents two ensembles in a concert at Painotalo.
Painotalo, Iso sali
Fri 11.9.2026
19:00
City of Äänekoski public visit at Pro Nemus
Metsä Group’s Pro Nemus visitor centre in the Äänekoski mill area offers an immersive, memorable overview of the Group—its operations, products, and innovations.
Vierailukeskus Pro Nemus
Sat 12.9.2026
9:00 - 11:00
City of Äänekoski public tour at Pro Nemus
Metsä Group's Pro Nemus visitor centre in the Äänekoski mill area offers an overview of the group - its operations, products and innovations - in an experiential and memorable way.
Vierailukeskus Pro Nemus
Sat 12.9.2026
12:00 - 14:00
City-run public visit at Pro Nemus
Metsä Group's Pro Nemus visitor centre in the Äänekoski mill area offers an overview of the Group—its operations, products and innovations—in an engaging and memorable way.
Vierailukeskus Pro Nemus
Sat 12.9.2026
14:00 - 16:00
Äänekosken VPK 130-vuotta
Äänekosken VPK celebrates 130 years of firefighting in traditional fire brigade festival style at its own fire station.
VPK -talo
Sat 12.9.2026
12:00-16:00
Polkuretki Sumiaisten Hitonhaudalle
Family-friendly trail hike to the beautiful scenery of Hitonhauta in Sumiainen on Sat 12 Sep, 10 - 14. At the campfire site: kettle coffee, juice and sausages.
Hitonhauta
Sat 12.9.2026
10 - 14
Touhutunti
Activities and an obstacle course for preschool-aged children at Sumiaisten koulu
Sumiaisten koulun liikuntasali
Sun 13.9.2026
13:30 - 14:30
Taloudellista turvaa arkeen ja tulevaisuuteen
Taloudellista turvaa arkeen ja tulevaisuuteen online lecture in Koskela on Monday 14 Sep 2026 at 17:30. Speaker: Taina Rajanen, a specialist and trainer in everyday household money matters.
Koskela
Mon 14.9.2026
17:30 - 18:30
Public lecture and birthday celebration
Sisä-Suomen Diabetesyhdistys ry. 50 years
valtuustosali
Mon 14.9.2026
16 - 19
Tiistairastit Äänemäessä + yö
Orienteering is an easy way to get outdoors. Routes suit all ages and skill levels, and the whole family is welcome. Learn to read a map, move in nature, and enjoy the outdoors without pressure. Head into nature!
Tue 15.9.2026
17:00 - 19:00
Sumiaisten kirjaston syyskuun lukupiiri
Join the book club led by Mari Moisio to discuss books in good company!
Sumiaisten kirjasto
Tue 15.9.2026
17:30 - 19:00
Tango del norte
The Finnish ensemble Tango del norte is an award-winning, stellar tango group whose journey began in 2011 with the music of Astor Piazzolla.
Painotalo, Iso sali
Fri 18.9.2026
At 19:00
Ukrainian lunch
A Ukrainian meal includes borscht, a bread roll, a cabbage pie, and coffee with layer cake. Proceeds from the meal go to Ukraine via Kirkon Ulkomaanapu and Filantropia ry.
Seurakuntakeskus, kirkko
Sun 20.9.2026
11:30 - 14:00
Tiistairastit Nakertajassa + yö
Orienteering is an easy way to get outdoors. There are courses for all ages and skill levels, and the whole family is welcome. You'll learn to read a map, move in nature, and enjoy the outdoors without pressure to perform. Head into nature!
Tue 22.9.2026
17:00-19:00
Outdoor/Dog-Walking Companion Training
Outdoor/Dog-Walking Companion Training will be held Wed 23 Sep at 17:00 at Pankkari. Register by Fri 11 Sep at tel. 0400 115199 or tiina.liimatainen@aanekoski.fi
Areena Pankkari
Wed 23.9.2026
17:00 - 19:00
Youth Library Evening at Suolahden kirjasto in September
Expect hanging out, games (Switch and board games), crafts, small snacks, and other fun!
Suolahden kirjasto
Wed 23.9.2026
4 - 7 pm
Museo Väksy autumn season opens on 24 Sep at 15:00
A diverse local heritage exhibition about Äänekoski, open Thu and Sun 15:00–19:00 starting Thu 24 Sep. The autumn season ends Sun 20 Dec. On the 3rd Monday of each month, the museum also hosts Tapahtumailta 17:00–18:15 on various themes.
Museo VÄKSY
Thu 24.9.2026 – Sun 20.12.2026
Thu and Sun 15 - 19
Sourdough Baking Course in Kivilahti 30 Sep 2026
Would you like to learn to bake bread completely without additives and industrial yeast? Do you long for real craftsmanship in your kitchen, an intoxicating aroma, and gut-friendly, crusty artisan bread?
Keltainen päärakennus
Wed 30.9.2026
10 - 16
Äänekoski Main Library October Book Club
Welcome to a book club led by Mari Moisio—discuss books in good company!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Thu 1.10.2026
17:30 - 19:00
Storytime at Suolahti Library in October
Dive into stories!
Suolahden kirjasto
Thu 1.10.2026
9:30 - 10:30
Classic Rock Show - next chapter
In January 2025, Classic Rock Show set off on its first tour—and the success was immediate. Sold-out concerts, a roof-raising atmosphere, and audiences rising to their feet to applaud.
Painotalo, Iso sali
Sat 3.10.2026
At 19:00
Accordion Concert
Young Äänekoski accordion virtuoso Veeti Tarvainen delights accordion music fans with traditional tunes on an autumn evening.
Äänekosken kaupungintalo
Sun 4.10.2026
16-18
October Book Club at Suolahti Library
Welcome to a book club led by Mari Moisio—come discuss books in good company!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Mon 5.10.2026
17:30 - 19:00
Storytime at Äänekoski Main Library in October
Come dive into stories!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Tue 6.10.2026
9:30 - 10:30
Youth library evening at Suolahden kirjasto in October
Hanging out, games (Switch and board games), crafts, light refreshments, and all kinds of other fun!
Suolahden kirjasto
Wed 7.10.2026
4 pm - 7 pm
Novellikoukku at Äänekosken pääkirjasto in October
Get hooked on short stories!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Thu 8.10.2026
17:30 - 18:30
Kvanttihypnoosin perusteet -kurssi 10.–11.10.
Maiju Saariniemi will lead a quantum hypnosis course in Äänekoski on 10–11 Oct 2026. Over these two days, we explore the world of quantum hypnosis through theory and practical exercises.
Kivilahden Hyvinvointikeskus
Sat 10.10.2026 – Sun 11.10.2026
9:00 - 18:00 incl. lunch break
October Book Club at Sumiaisten kirjasto
Welcome to a book club led by Mari Moisio to discuss books in good company!
Sumiaisten kirjasto
Tue 13.10.2026
17:30 - 19:00
Evakuointi rautateitse - Siirtoväkeä Keski-Suomeen Äänekosken seudulle -kirjan infotilaisuus
Entinen suolahtelainen harrastajatutkija Tauno Hovatta kertoo talvi- ja jatkosodan evakuoinneista ja siirtoväen saapumisesta Keski-Suomeen ja Suolahteen
Suolahden kirjasto
Wed 14.10.2026
Klo 16 - 18
Kenttäharmaa
The Pieksämäki-based Kenttäharmaa orchestra delivers upbeat cavalry spirit, humor, and moving melodies. Accordion artist Kalevi Hautamäki, known from Korsuorkesteri, brings strong expertise and a distinctive touch. Also featuring local accordion virtuoso Veeti Tarvainen.
Painotalo
Sun 18.10.2026
15:00
Preliminary round of Keski-kirjastojen palapeliturnaus at Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Are you the fastest jigsaw puzzler in Keski-Suomi?
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Tue 20.10.2026
15:30
Maria Ylipää & Ystävät
Maria Ylipää, the superb-voiced performer known as a versatile actor and singer, teams up with her dream trio for a concert of big emotions and swiftly shifting moods, featuring classics of stage and theatre music and settings of Finnish poetry.
Painotalo, Iso sali
Thu 22.10.2026
19:00
Keski-kirjastot jigsaw puzzle tournament preliminary round at Suolahden kirjasto
Are you the fastest jigsaw puzzler in Keski-Suomi?
Suolahden kirjasto
Thu 22.10.2026
9:00
Ilmiökahvit
Ilmiökahvit, open to all, is on again in the City Hall council chamber.
Kaupungintalon valtuustosali
Fri 23.10.2026
13:00-14:30
Tauski - Lauluntekijän kauneimmat rakkauslaulut
Tauski Peltonen’s decades-long career is filled with songs that speak straight to the heart.
Painotalo, Iso sali
Fri 23.10.2026
19:00
Storytime at Äänekosken pääkirjasto in November
Dive into stories!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Tue 3.11.2026
9:30 - 10:30
Storytime at Suolahti Library in November
Dive into stories!
Suolahden kirjasto
Thu 5.11.2026
9:30 - 10:30
Koskelan pelipäivä
A fun-filled event for the whole family - Koskelan Pelipäivä is already a tradition!
Koskela
Sat 7.11.2026
13 - 16
November Book Club at Suolahti Library
Welcome to a book club led by Mari Moisio—come discuss books in good company!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Mon 9.11.2026
17:30 - 19:00
The Miracle - A night with Queen: Freddie Mercury 80v.
This year marks 80 years since the birth of one of rock history’s greatest frontmen and songwriters, Freddie Mercury. Queen is undeniably one of the most highly regarded bands worldwide, and its legacy remains strong.
Painotalo, Iso sali
Wed 11.11.2026
19:00
Lapset, nuoret ja perheet -foorumi 2026: Tulevaisuus asuu täällä!
Future lives here – what do children’s and young people’s visions of the future look like in Äänekoski? Welcome to the Lapset, nuoret ja perheet -foorumi on Wednesday 11 Nov 2026, 12:30–16:00, at Äänekosken Pankkari. This time we want to highlight children’s and young people’s visions of the future and our shared responsibility to strengthen belief and trust in the future.
Pankkari Äänekoski Areena
Wed 11.11.2026
12:30 - 16:00
November book club at Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Welcome to a book club led by Mari Moisio—come discuss books in good company!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Thu 12.11.2026
17:30 - 19:00
November Book Club at Sumiaisten kirjasto
Welcome to a book club led by Mari Moisio—let’s talk books in good company!
Sumiaisten kirjasto
Tue 17.11.2026
17:30 - 19:00
Novellikoukku at Äänekosken pääkirjasto in November
Welcome to get hooked on short stories!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Thu 19.11.2026
17:30 - 18:30
Youth Library Evening at Suolahti Library in November
Expect hanging out, games (Switch and board games), crafts, light refreshments, and all kinds of other fun!
Suolahden kirjasto
Wed 25.11.2026
16 - 19
Koskelan joulustartti
Koskelan Joulustartti on Sat 28 Nov - a music-filled feel-good event.
Koskela
Sat 28.11.2026
11:00
Story time at Äänekoski Main Library in December
Dive into stories!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Tue 1.12.2026
9:30 - 10:30
December book club at Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Welcome to a book club led by Mari Moisio—come discuss books in good company!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Thu 3.12.2026
17:30 - 19:00
Story time at Suolahti Library in December
Dive into stories!
Suolahden kirjasto
Thu 3.12.2026
9:30 - 10:30
Suolahti Library December book club
Join Mari Moisio’s book club to discuss books in good company!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Mon 7.12.2026
17:30 - 19:00
December Book Club at Sumiaisten kirjasto
Welcome to a book club led by Mari Moisio—come discuss books in good company!
Sumiaisten kirjasto
Tue 8.12.2026
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Youth library evening at Suolahden kirjasto in December
Expect hanging out, games (Switch and board games), crafts, snacks, and all kinds of other fun!
Suolahden kirjasto
Wed 9.12.2026
16:00 - 19:00
Novellikoukku at Sumiaisten kirjasto
Come get hooked on short stories!
Sumiaisten kirjasto
Tue 15.12.2026
17:30 - 18:30
Novellikoukku at Äänekoski Main Library in December
Come get hooked on short stories!
Äänekosken pääkirjasto
Thu 17.12.2026
17:30 - 18:30