Family Saturdays at Sola Library
Every Saturday, Sola Library arranges activities and experiences for children and families. Some events require a free ticket. Tickets are released on the Monday before each event at 9:00 am.
22 August, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Letter Workshop
Create your own letter and decorate it using imagination and a variety of materials.
29 August, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Insect Discovery Trail
Explore the world of small creatures and learn more about insects in nature. Did you know that some tiny insects can build nests taller than a person? Join an exciting discovery trail at the library.
5 September, 12:00 pm–2:00 pm (free tickets available)
Grandparents’ Day
A day full of experiences for both children and adults.
Popcornteateret will create an improvised performance together with children, where anything can happen. Show times: 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm.
The library and foyer will host craft workshops and activities that inspire creativity across generations. The event is open to everyone, including those without grandparents or grandchildren.
12 September, 12:00 pm–1:25 pm (Main Hall, free tickets available)
Family Film
Film screening in the Main Hall. Recommended age rating: 6 years.
19 September, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Stick Workshop
Inspired by Knerten, create fun figures using sticks and yarn.
26 September, 12:00 pm–1:45 pm (Main Hall, free tickets available)
Family Film
Film screening in the Main Hall. Recommended age rating: 6 years.
3 October, 12:00 pm–1:25 pm (Main Hall, free tickets available)
Family Film
Film screening in the Main Hall. Recommended age rating: 6 years.
6 October, 12:00 pm–1:30 pm (Main Hall, free tickets available)
Family Film During the Autumn Holidays
Film screening in the Main Hall. Recommended age rating: 6 years.
10 October, 12:00 pm–12:35 pm (Intimate Stage, free tickets available)
A Fox Behind the Ear
Through stories and fables, the fox is revealed as a clever trickster. The bear, the farmer’s wife and even the crow in the tree are all fooled. Recommended age: 3–7 years.
17 October, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Winnie-the-Pooh’s Birthday
The Winnie-the-Pooh books bring joy to both children and adults. Bring a cuddly toy and join the celebration of Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th birthday with activities and a craft workshop. Part of Kulturnatt in Sola.
24 October, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Festival de Barriletes Gigantes
Every year, a large kite festival called Festival de Barriletes Gigantes takes place in Guatemala. The festival is held on All Saints’ Day, 1 November, to honour the dead. Local residents create large, colourful kites to remember family and friends who have passed away.
Learn more about this tradition and help create the tail of the kite.
31 October, 12:00 pm–1:45 pm (Main Hall, free tickets available)
Family Film
Film screening in the Main Hall. Recommended age rating: 6 years.
7 November, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Superheroes
Who is the favourite superhero? What superpowers does the hero have? A creative workshop for making original superheroes.
14 November, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Bracelets
Make bracelets from yarn in different colours using a braiding technique from the Viking Age.
21 November, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Fantasy Creatures
Discover animals that seem almost impossible to be real. Did you know there is a fish with feet that can walk along the seabed, and a crab with legs that are almost four metres long?
Create your own fantasy creature with huge eyes, tiny teeth or other imaginative details.
28 November, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
The Library Mystery
Evidence and clues have been collected, but the mystery needs help to be solved. Become a detective for a day and find the culprit.
5 December, 12:00 pm–12:30 pm (Intimate Stage, free tickets available)
The Ash Lad’s Christmas
The Ash Lad is preparing for Christmas, but with a silly barn elf and a clever fox nearby, everything takes longer than planned. Will the Christmas tree be ready before Father Christmas arrives?
The performance is created and performed by Askeladden Friteater. Suitable for children aged 3 to 100.
12 December, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Mischievous Elf Saturday
The mischievous Christmas elf has visited the library and created lots of funny, strange and cheeky surprises. Discover all the elf’s tricks.
19 December, 10:00 am–2:00 pm (library)
Christmas Workshop
A cosy workshop for the whole family, with the chance to make Christmas decorations and personalised gift tags.
Organiser: Sola Library
