The gift-wrapped books contain many kinds of books for readers of all ages, from classics to the latest new books, and from novels to non-fiction. You can choose the suitable gift for yourself or your loved one based on the cover note attached onto the package, describing the content and topic of the book. However, the name of the book remains a surprise. This year, a total of 12 libraries around Helsinki participate in the campaign.
"Library visitors have liked this annual campaign a lot, and books from the gift tables have been actively borrowed for the borrowers themselves, as well as for others. Returning the book must obviously be agreed on with the recipient of the gift," says information specialist at the Herttoniemi, Laajasalo, and Roihuvuori libraries, Johanna Juvonen.
The library staff are happy to provide tips for book gift purchases and festive reading moments. At the Central Library Oodi, there is a book exhibition where you can borrow Christmas reading recommended by the staff.
The following libraries participate in the Christmas gift campaign:
- Herttoniemi Library
- Jätkäsaari Library
- Kallio Library
- Lauttasaari Library
- Malmi Library
- Munkkiniemi Library
- Oulunkylä Library
- Puistola Library
- Rikhardinkatu Library
- Roihuvuori Library
- Tapulikaupunki Library
- Töölö Library
