TUESDAY 23.7.
Events marked in yellow in the program are particularly suitable for families with children. Children are also welcome to other events unless an age limit is specifically indicated.
10.00–15.00
9.00-10.30 Lost ship dogs workshop
Lost Ship Dogs is a sea-scented detective adventure book for children, set to be published in August 2024. The adventure takes place in the maritime landscapes of Rauma, specifically at the Kylmäpihlaja lighthouse and, of course, in Old Rauma.
Now, a gelli printing workshop themed around the book’s settings is available for a child and their parent or another important adult. The theme is the sea and beautiful window ship dogs. In gelli printing, you can play with colors with your child and create your own small art piece printed on a gel-like plate.
Each workshop accommodates 8 pairs (parent + child). The recommended age range for children is 3–7 years, but younger children can participate at the adult’s discretion. Acrylic paints are used in the printing process. The cost is €25 per pair.
Old Rauma- Mummola, Isoraastuvankatu 8D
More information and registration for the workshop: mummola.rauma@gmail.com
9.00–19.00 Library book sale
Book Sale at the Main Library.
Main Library, Alfredinkatu 1
More information: Rauma City Library
10.00 Painting workshop
Painting workshop for children aged 3–6. Come and create your own beautiful masterpiece! The workshop includes movement, music, and fun. Led by expressive art therapy instructor and early childhood education teacher, Taina Lehtinen. Price 10 € per child. Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.
A pop-up café and Suvi Ritvasen’s art exhibition will be available on the ground floor of KaikenKeskus, where adults can spend time during the art session.
KaikenKeskus, Kauppakatu 23
More information and registration for the workshop: tainalehtinen01@gmail.com
10.00–14.00 Handicraft workshop for children
A non-stop workshop for children where they can craft and try different handicraft techniques. Free admission.
Outbuilding in Marela’s inner courtyard, Kauppakatu 24
More information: Rauma Cultural Services
10.00–16.00 Quilt airing
Colorful quilts airing by the riverside. In case of rainy weather, the airing will be held indoors at the Holy Cross Church. Free admission.
Rauma Riverbank next to the church
More information: raija.lehtorinne@hotmail.com
10.00–17.00 Lace-making in Marela and Kirsti museums
During Lace Week, is an opportunity to see Rauma bobbin lace being made daily at Marela and Kirsti. The entrance fee is 10€ for adults, which includes access to Marela, Kirsti, and the Rauma Art Museum. Reduced tickets are 7€, and free entry for under 18.
Kirsti, Pohjankatu 3
Marela, Kauppakatu 24
More information and tickets: Rauma museum
10.00–18.00 Lace-making in Poselli
Poselli lace exhibitions offer the opportunity to discover lace-making free of charge.
Poselli Culture House, Nortamonkatu 12
Further information: Nyplääjät ry and Pitsikeskus Emelia
10.00–18.00 Lace Week open yards and yard sales
During Lace Week, over 30 residents of Old Rauma will open their yards to visitors. The residents will hold yard sales or allow visitors to explore their yards as they are. The yards are open according to the residents’ schedules, usually from 10.00 to 18.00.
A map of the open yards and yard sales can be found HERE.
More information: Vanha Rauma Association
10.30 ja 11.00 Storytime with Witch Roihu (FIN)
Note! This event is in Finnish.
The storytelling session lasts approximately 25-30 minutes. The sessions start at 10.30 and 11.00. Free admission.
Main Library, Alfredinkatu 1
More information: Rauma City Library
11.00–18.00 Rauma Martha Association’s traditional food café
The traditional café of the Rauma Martha Association, where you can enjoy picnic-style delicacies either sitting at a table on chairs or under the trees, even on mats.
The courtyard of the Church of the Holy Cross in Rauma, Luostarinkatu 1
More information: raumanmarttayhdistysry@gmail.com
12.00 Midday music moment
The string quartet of the Rauma Parish. Free admission.
Church of the Holy Cross, Luostarinkatu 1
More information: Rauma Parish, saara.kukko@evl.fi
12–12.45 ja 13.15–13.45 Reading dog Loru at the library
Reading dog Loru at the library. Free admission.
Main Library, Alfredinkatu 1
More information: Rauma City Library
12.00–15.00 Lace parkour (FULL, register for the waiting list)
During the hour, participants will practice the basics of parkour; overcoming obstacles, jumping, climbing, and performing tricks. No prior experience in parkour is needed. The group will be led by an instructor from the parkour academy. Participants join the group without an adult present.
Group 1 from 12.00 to 13.30: aimed at 7–9-year-olds
Group 2 from 13.30 to 15.00: aimed at 10–12-year-olds
Registration:
Group 1 12.00–13.30 (Full, register for the waiting list)
Group 2 13.30–15.00 (Full, register for the waiting list)
Meeting point and end of the session in front of Restaurant Kalatori, Kalatori 4.
For more information: Rauma Sports Services,
13.00 Winged Words – Writing workshop for children
All children with reading and writing skills, regardless of age, are welcome to participate in this creative and playful writing workshop. Free admission. The workshop will last approximately 1.5–2 hours.
The workshop is facilitated by: Author and visual artist Suvi Nurmi (FIN) and multidisciplinary artist and director Roscha A. Säidow (GER).
Pre-registration is not necessary, but it can secure a spot in the workshop. The workshop can accommodate a maximum of 12 children. Guidance during the workshop is available in Finnish and English. The workshop is free of charge.
Blacksmith’s house (Sepän talo), Alfredinkatu 3
More information and pre-registration: nurmisuvi@gmail.com
13.00–16.00 Children’s active summer day at Ylen
The summer day’s program includes exploring exhibitions, gallery orienteering, teddy bear hunting, and crafting, among other activities. Bring your own teddy bear/hugging toy. Free admission.
Art House Ylen Kodisjoentie 1535
More information: mirja.mattila@gmail.com
13.00–17.00 Flea market and café
Second-hand clothing with a café.
Rauma Free Church, Myllymäenkatu 1A
Organizer: ViaDia ry Rauma
14.00–18.00 Children’s stuffed toy clinic
Children can bring toys in need of repair to the clinic!
Rauma’s Church of the Holy Cross yard and Parish House, Luostarinkatu 1
More information: raumanmarttayhdistysry@gmail.com
14.00 Community singing event for children at the Library (FIN)
Note! This event is in Finnish.
The Aino and Tapani duo will host a sing-along event for children.
Main Library, Alfredinkatu 1
More information: Rauma City Library
14.00 Guided tour at the Rauma Art Museum
Curator Taina Myllyharju introduces Jarmo Mäkilä’s exhibition ‘Boy’. She shares the background stories and events related to the artworks, which are also connected to the autobiographical book of the same name to be published alongside the exhibition
Rauma Art Museum, Kuninkaankatu 37
More information: Rauma Art Museum
15.00–22.00
16.00–19.00 Wellness event in the Conversation Park
At the Conversation Park’s wellness event, there will be family-friendly park workouts, pilates, silent disco and a tasting station for herbal infusions. Free admission.
Conversation Park, Kalliokatu 28-30
More information: Lönnström Art Museum
16.00–16.30 Fun family exercise in the Conversation Park
Guided family exercise is a free and open to all, where you can experience the joy of exercise with the whole family. No pre-registration required.
Conversation Park, Kalliokatu 28-30
More information: Lönnström Art Museum
17.00 Nature path for babies in the Conversation Park
The wonderful nature bath for babies includes guided nature bathing exercises. Duration 45 minutes. Afterwards, families can still go on their own to explore the nature play areas built into the environment (e.g. listening to nature sounds and watching the clouds in a hammock, snuggling up in a sheet house). Suitable for babies aged 4-18 months + parent. There is capacity for 10 families.
Participation is free of charge, but requires advance registration. Registration: Lönnström Art Museum.
Conversation Park, Kalliokatu 28-30
More information: Lönnström Art Museum
16.00–20.00 Evening Market – Lace Miss Candidates and music
The theme of the evening market is a beauty fair. There will be sales points, flea market tables, and a sunny market atmosphere. On stage, you’ll see the Lace Miss Candidates and the Pläkploosarit band.
16.00 Pläkploosarit band
17.30 Alyssa
about 18.00 the Miss Lace candidates present themselves
Rauma Market Square
More information: Rakastunut Raumaan ja Luanista Oy
Inquiries about sales space: Rauma market supervisor, tel. 040 824 6400
17.00 Community singing event at the Library (FIN)
Note! This event is in Finnish.
Aino and Tapani duo organize a community singing event for adults at the library.
Main Library, Alfredinkatu 1
More information: Rauma City Library
17.00 Community singing event at the Market Square
A daily community singing event taking place at the market square throughout Lace Week.
Rauma Market Square
18.00 Finnish baseball
Women’s Superpesis match. Free Admission.
Urheilukatu 23, 26100 Rauma
More information: Fera
20.00 Lace Week evening serenade
Pihla Pakaslahti performs the Lace Week evening serenade from the City Hall Tower.
The City Hall Tower, Valtakatu 2
Info
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