Helmet online service to be updated in 2023 The Helmet.fi online service of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area libraries will be updated in 2023. The new online library will utilise Finna, which is a free-of-charge online service platform maintained by the National Library of Finland.
Helsinki libraries to change their printing and computer use practises Helsinki libraries will be introducing a new printing system at the beginning of 2023. Customers will no longer log into computers using their personal credentials. To print materials, you will first have to create a printing account. Free printing will no longer be available in Helsinki.
Helmet online library service review feature will no longer be available as of 14 April 2023 The current review function will be discontinued on 14 April 2023. If you have written your own reviews you can save them until 13 April 2023.
What are your wishes concerning the new Kivistö library’s services and staff? Answer the survey and make an impact! With this survey, we are collecting residents’ wishes and expectations concerning the new Kivistö library’s services and staff. You can answer the survey from March 27 to April 10, 2023.
The library is encouraging people to become activists Library Encourages Activism is the spring 2023 campaign of Helmet libraries to encourage people to take environmental action with an activist diploma.
Helmet Library user regulations changed – 100 reservations allowed now Changes to the Helmet Library user regulations enter into force on 1 February 2023. You may now have up to 100 pending reservations at the same time. Previously, the maximum number of reservations was 50.
Possible power outages affect library operations Power outages caused by energy shortages are possible throughout Finland in early 2023. If they occur, the power outages will affect Helmet library operations.
New library in Kalasatama created together with city residents The City of Helsinki library services will expand with the establishment of the city’s 38th library in Kalasatama. The concept of the new library will be formed in a user-oriented manner, paying attention to the requests of local residents.
Call a librarian for help with the call button Do you have trouble sometimes finding a librarian when you need help? Now you can use the call button!