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Dear Sir, I am a graduated student from China,and I am majoring in Library Science.Recently,I am doing a research about Finish reading.What I want to know is… 410 The promoting of reading is an important task for both schools and libraries. Reading books in central in schools, pupils read and do projects, essays, analyses of many sorts in schools. Library is often a partner in these projects, we recommend books, booklists, provide books both to school classes and pupils and other people that come to libraries. You can find information about promoting reading at this site The Finnish Reading Center, https://lukukeskus.fi/english/ There are many projects where reading is promoted for instance, Lukuliike https://lukuliike.fi/en/, Lukuinto (motivation for reading) http://www.lukuinto.fi/, Lue lapselle (Read to your/a child) https://luelapselle.fi/.  Libraries have various…
How do you say in Finnish: "Set and maintain boundaries"? 410 Translation isn't easy. In most cases, you need to know more how and where the sentence is used. Like in this case: what kind of boundary is being set and maintained? A literal boundary line between neighbours or countries? More abstract concept, like personal boundaries in a certain situation? Perhaps "Asettaa ja ylläpitää rajoja" would work in both cases? If this is about personal boundaries, I might add a possessive affix. 
I have some not needed books (all in Russian language) and I would not want to through them away since they are in good condition and might be useful for… 407 Yes, it is possible to give them to the library. You can take them to the nearest library. We cannot promise that all of them will be taken, because it might be that we already have some of those books in our collection, but we will check the situation and we will take the books which we need. Thank you very much for you books!
Where do i get information about name of clothes which is worn in different degree of temprature like during +20, +10,-0,-10 and -20 407 Tricky question! I would personally look for the answer in different hiking guides. You might want to browse through a few books before finding the right one. Why not start with "The ultimate hiker's gear guide", which can be found in the Helmet libraries: http://haku.helmet.fi/iii/encore/record/C__Rb2044258 If you want to search the Helmet database yourself, you can use the search term "erätaidot" as a starting point. This is also a subject found on various hiking pages online. Try googling terms like "hiking" and "different temperatures". This page lists a few suggestions for several weather conditions: https://backpackerverse.com/what-to-wear-when-hiking/
I am looking for a book in english about the finnish plant. Any help would be appreciated. 406 Hello! These ones you can find from Helmet-libraries http://haku.helmet.fi/iii/encore/record/C__Rb1428134__Skasvisto__Ff%3Af… http://haku.helmet.fi/iii/encore/record/C__Rb1908422__Skasvisto__Ff%3Af…
I want to know that is there availablity of ielts practice book? 403 Here is a link to a list where you can see all the IELTS materials available in HelMet libraries: http://www.helmet.fi/search*fin/X?SEARCH=ielts*&searchscope=9&m=&l=&b=&… And this link leads to a list of materials available in university libraries: http://finna.fi Please contact your own library in order to get grasp of the materials suitable for your needs.
I am doing my thesis, related "entrepreneurship", and Finnish business laws. Could you please tell me which libraries in Helsinki region I should visit ? 394 I would suggest for you to visit the following three libraries: Helsinki School of Economics Library - Helecon Information Center: http://helecon.lib.hse.fi/EN/ The Library of Parliament: http://lib.eduskunta.fi/Resource.phx/library/index.htx Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences: http://www.haaga-helia.fi/en These libraries are open to everybody and you will get their library cards by presenting your ID.
Can I volunteer at a library? If so, what volunteer opportunities are available? 392 There is a report of libraries and volunteers in Scandinavia in a magazine Scandinavian Library Quorterly (1/2014): http://slq.nu/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/SLQ1.2014.pdf Information about volunteering in city of Helsinki you can find here: https://www.hel.fi/kulttuurin-ja-vapaa-ajan-toimiala/en/services/Youth/become_a_volunteer/        
I would like to know which classification system you use, and its the same as the other libraries in Finland? Thanks! 391 Tuusula library uses YKL - Yleisten kirjastojen luokitusjärjelstelmä, in English PLC - Finnish Public Libraries Classification System, http://finto.fi/ykl/en/. It is used in all public libraries except the Helsinki city library, who has it's own classification system, HCLCS - Helsinki City Library Classification System, http://finto.fi/hklj/en/.
Could you tell me in which library I can find books on psychology in English? 388 Below kindly find a listing on books on psychology in the Helmet libraries. When you click on the title you will see where to find the http://www.helmet.fi/search*fin?/dpsykologia/dpsykologia/1%2C2%2C747%2C… in question.
I borrowed two books but I had to travel outside Finland and I don't have the card with me to renovate them. Now the system generated a fine and I would like… 388 You must first renew or return the loans. Only then will you be able to pay the accrued fines. You can also renew your loans by telephone. Instead of a card number, you can use your social security number. If the books are reserved, they can not be renewed.
I have just been notified that a book I have reserved has arrived at the library. I am going out of town, so I just cancelled it online. Is there anything else… 388 If You cancelled Your reservation in HelMet online, that is all You need to do. In case You cancel Your reservation before the pick-up date, You don't have to pay the fee for the uncollected reservation. https://www.helmet.fi/en-US https://www.helmet.fi/en-US/Info/FAQ/Frequently_asked_questions_about_t…
Is there any drama clubs or free clubs in Lappeenranta? 386 We have sent you and email an have been waiting for more information from you. We are not quite sure what kind of clubs you mean. Please, send us more specified information and we can answer your inquiry.
I have borrowed one book from Nikkila(Sipoo) library and i would like to renew it but i can't. Its webpage http://porsse.kirjas.to/Porsse is also closed. Any… 386 They are opening a new system, Helle libraries, and that is why Porsse is closed. Helle netlibrary isn't opened yet, but you can renew your loans by telefone, 09 2353 6003.
I would like to get info on the karaoke booth at Tikkurilan. I would like to know what it looks like - if you can be seen from other patrons when you sing, and… 385 Karaoke is sung in a soundproof room, that was originaly used as a listening room. Other customers can't see inside. The room fits about 20 customers and you can come to sing alone or with your friends. We have organised a karaoke clubs for younger patrons with library staff supervising. So far it seems that karaoke service is very popular, with many new patrons coming to the music department. Unfortunately I don't have exact statistic at the moment. We'll be making those available later. At the moment it is not possible to record your singing. It has been however requested by several customers and recording possibility will be available later. The cost of the service depends on the selection of songs. Currently we have a selection of…
I need a book about (Type 1 diabetes) for children in English that I can read it to my diabetic child. I wanted it with colourful pictures and in a simple way… 385 Unfortunately there isn't children's books about diabetes in english in Helmet libraries (Helsinki Metropolitan Area Libraries): children's books about the subject are available only in finnish and swedish. The search on the database of The Finnish Institute for Children’s Literature didn't bring results either. There seem to be a few books you are looking for in international online stores. There is also three free self made books about diabetes under the following site: http://grandmasandy.org/books-info.html
Dear Sir/ Madame, I am writer and art journalist right now at artist in residence project at Nelimarkka museum in Alajarvi. I would like to write an article… 383 Thank you for your request. Unfortunately I did not quite understand if it is Alajärvi Library that you would like to visit or some library in Helsinki. If you meant Alajärvi Library, it would be best for you to contact them straight. Their e-mail address is kirjasto(at)alajarvi.fi . If on the other hand it is Helsinki City Library that you are interested in, you could contact tiina.tarvonen(at)hel.fi . Here in Helsinki City Library we would be glad to give you a guided tour in the library and all the information you need. Your book donations would also be very welcome in our collections. Further information about Helsinki City Library in general: http://www.hel.fi/www/kirjasto/en about Pasila Library (Main Library) in particular: http://…
What is polytechnic rankings in europe from technology and business? and what is postion of finnish polytechnics and universties in the world? 382 I asked the Finnish Higher Education Evaluation Council (FINHEEC) (http://www.minedu.fi/minedu/education/finheec/finheec.html) if there is some official board that ranks European polytechnics and universities. They told me that there is no such board. That is, there are no official ranking lists that compare polytechnics of Europe. I have found university ranking lists produced by different institutions for a few separate European countries. They are http://www.che.de/html/hitlisten.htm (Universities of Germany) http://www.studmag.com/index.cgi?show=ranking (Universities of Norway) http://www.thesis.co.uk/statistics/university_performance/league_tables… (Universities of Great Britain) http://www.careerdynamo.com/mba_ft_rank_2001.html (…
I search a statistica about Vallila Library , Helsinski. Something like an annual report with loan/by habitant, number of book and other think of their… 379 2011 Vallila library's collection was about 26 000 items and there was 163 000 loans. Book in finnish form the main part of the collection (21 000 items) but there are also books in swedish and english (about 2 000), dvds (700), cds (1800)
I have tried, without success, to find a copy of piano sheet music for the Christmas song Tulkoon Joulu - could you please suggest how/where we might find or… 379 'Tulkoon joulu' is a beautiful song composed by Pekka Simojoki. It was first recorded in 1991 by a chorus called Braxen. The most famous and popular versions are by Petri Laaksonen (2006) and Suvi Teräsniska (2009). https://youtu.be/2G0bVLN46WI https://youtu.be/ifbO9m3p2tY You can find 'Tulkoon joulu' in the free sheet music catalogue MuseScore. https://musescore.com/user/624426/scores/2710001   Other sources: https://fenno.musiikkiarkisto.fi/