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SUMMARY: Museum of Finnish Architecture & Design Museum | Garden Futures: Designing with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the vibrant world of art and culture with Tuula Meres-Wuori\, a passionate art enthusiast and curator of unforgettable museum experiences in Helsinki. She warmly invites you to join her on captivating journeys through the city’s artistic wonders\, exploring innovative ways to design with nature and shape the future of gardens. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue with complete address: \n\nFirst: Korkeavuorenkatu 23\, 00130 Helsinki\n\n\n\nSecond: Kasarmikatu\, 00130 Helsinki\n\n\n\n\n\nMaximum capacity: 25 persons\n\n\n\nLast day to sign up: 2.2.2024\n\n\n\nCost: 20€ or Museum card. The Club sponsors the guide.\n\n\n\nGuest or members only: Members only.  If guests are added in the RSVP\, they will be cancelled by the organisers.\n\n\n\nWho is the organizer: Tuula Meres-Wuori\, tel. 0503047649\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the exhibition\n\n\n\n\n\n“Garden Futures: Designing with Nature marks a significant collaboration between the Museum of Finnish Architecture and the Design Museum\, as they embark on the creation of a new architecture and design museum. Spanning the exhibition spaces on Kasarmikatu and Korkeavuorenkatu from November 10\, 2023\, this immersive exhibition unfolds seamlessly across both museum buildings\, providing visitors with a comprehensive experience accessible with a single ticket. \n\n\n\nExplore the intersection of gardens\, architecture\, design\, and art in this groundbreaking exhibition\, presented as the inaugural stop in Helsinki by the Vitra Design Museum\, the Wüstenrot Foundation\, and the Nieuwe Instituut. Engage with the transformative journey that challenges traditional perceptions of gardens as mere havens\, prompting a reexamination through lenses of activism\, social justice\, and biodiversity. The exhibition sheds light on the interconnectedness of private gardens with society\, revealing\, for instance\, the colonial roots of many Western garden plants. \n\n\n\nDiscover not only the intricacies of design and landscape architecture related to gardens but also artworks that delve into the very essence of these spaces. The inclusion of local examples and projects enriches the international perspective of this touring exhibition. Both the Museum of Finnish Architecture and the Design Museum offer weekly guided tours\, allowing visitors to delve deeper into the thought-provoking narrative presented by Garden Futures: Designing with Nature.”
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/garden-futures-helsinki-design-museum/
CATEGORIES:Events for art lovers
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SUMMARY:Oodi | Knitting group
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a cozy journey with the inaugural meeting of the Knitting club at Oodi Library! Join us on the 8th of February at 3 pm in group room 8 for an afternoon filled with creativity\, camaraderie\, and\, of course\, knitting.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue: Oodi\, Töölönlahdenkatu 4\, 00100 Helsinki\, group room 8\n\n\n\nFor members and guests\n\n\n\nKnitting experts and newbies are welcome\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner eager to unravel the world of yarn\, our knitting club is the perfect place to connect with fellow enthusiasts\, share patterns\, and pick up new techniques. Bring your needles\, yarn\, and enthusiasm\, and let’s weave a tapestry of friendship together. \n\n\n\nMark your calendars for future gatherings\, as we aim to meet every third Thursday of the month. The Knitting club promises to be a haven for all things knit and purl\, where friendships are stitched with every loop and knot.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/oodi-knitting-group/
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SUMMARY:Luncheon | February 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary luncheon experience hosted by the International Women’s Club of Helsinki! Every month\, we gather to foster connections\, share experiences\, and embrace a sense of community. This month\, we are uncovering the sensitive topic of lust and pleasure from a feminine perspective. With our guest speaker\, Kajsa Heselius\, sexologist\, we will focus on desire and our sexual wellbeing. A part of sexual health is to know ourselves\, our mind and our bodies. What can we do to learn more about ourselves and what turns us on? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n11:30-12:00 Registration and welcome beverage\n\n\n\n12:00-14:00 Luncheon\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue : Albina\, Aleksiskivenkatu 23\, 00510 Helsinki\n\n\n\nPrice: 40€\n\n\n\nCapacity: 40 participants\n\n\n\nMembers & their friends welcome\n\n\n\nLast day to register or cancel is Friday before the event by 10am. \n\n\n\nNo shows and late cancellations (after the deadline) will be invoiced.\n\n\n\nOrganiser: Darta Svarcs\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the programme\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an empowering and informative February Luncheon as we delve into the crucial theme of “Women’s Sexual Health.” Our distinguished speaker\, Kajsa Heselius\, a renowned sexologist and expert\, will guide us through a thoughtful discussion on the significance of women’s sexual health for overall wellbeing. Gain insights\, ask questions\, and foster a deeper understanding of this important aspect of women’s lives. Don’t miss this opportunity to prioritize your health and engage in a meaningful conversation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting there\n\n\n\n\n\nConveniently located\, Albina Ravintola is accessible by tram Nr. 9 from the Central Railway Station and bus Nr. 23 from the Central Railway Station Square. \n\n\n\nParking is unfortunately no longer available in the yard but there is parking available on Aleksis Kivenkatu. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLuncheon details\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Restaurant Albina\, known for its delightful cuisine\, will be serving a scrumptious luncheon during the event. \n\n\n\nIt’s crucial for Albina to accommodate your dietary preferences\, so please inform us of any restrictions in advance.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/luncheon-february-2024/
CATEGORIES:For Foodies
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SUMMARY:Helsinki Contemporary | "Not Enough Room to Swing a Cat" | Afterwork exhibition & drink
DESCRIPTION:Let’s go together at Helsinki Contemporary for a guided tour of their current group exhibition “Not Enough Room to Swing a Cat”\, followed by a cosy debrieffing session around a drink near by\, at St George’s Winter Garden. Who’s in?  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue: Helsinki Contemporary\, Bulevardi 10\, 00120 Helsinki\n\n\n\nOpen to our members and their guests\n\n\n\nOrganisers: Tanja Vuorela (+358408266103)\, Juliette de Cuzey (+358452105753) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the exhibition\n\n\n\n\n\nHelsinki Contemporary’s second exhibition of the spring season\, titled “Not Enough Room to Swing a Cat\,” features three new artists to the gallery: Anton Alvarez\, Jussi Goman\, and Santeri Lehto. Despite their shared abstract minimalism\, the trio’s approach is far from nostalgic or lukewarm. Their unique styles involve clever and distinctive gestures that reinvent beauty in unexpected ways. \n\n\n\nThe paintings and sculptures in this collective display engage in a subtle and porous dialogue\, challenging preconceived notions and expectations. The artworks collide\, creating a momentous yet elusive experience. The exhibition freezes this dynamic interaction\, showcasing paintings by Lehto with elegant silence\, Goman’s energetic compositions filled with seemingly mismatched elements\, and Alvarez’s sculptures\, which play with shapes and colors in a subtly humorous way. \n\n\n\n“Not Enough Room to Swing a Cat” boldly presents a visual narrative within a historical context. Through contrasts and clashes\, the exhibition reconciles opposites\, embracing a back-and-forth of feminine and masculine expression\, deconstruction\, and creative reconstruction of form. The artworks merge in a riot of color\, forming a dance of sweet misshapenness and misshapen sweetness. \n\n\n\nAfter an inspiring visit\, let’s head to the Winter Garden at St George Hotel for a delightful transition from art to relaxation. Nestled in a haven of sophistication\, this elegant space exudes warmth with a crackling fireplace and iconic Klaus Hapaniemi designs\, among other classical pieces that capture the essence of Finnish aesthetics.
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/helsinki-contemporary-gallery-and-winter-garden-bar/
CATEGORIES:Events for art lovers
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SUMMARY:Sinebrychoff Art Museum | Water & Life
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enriching and immersive journey through the captivating world of water at our exclusive members-only event\, “Exploring the Essence.” Organized by Tuula Meres-Wuori\, this event promises a unique perspective on the significance of water in art throughout history. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue: Bulevardi 40\, 00120 Helsinki\n\n\n\nMaximum Capacity: Limited to 15 persons\n\n\n\nLast Day to Sign Up: February 23\, 2024\n\n\n\nCost: €18 or Museum Card (The Club sponsors the guide)\n\n\n\nExclusive Access: Members Only. If guests are added in the RSVP\, they will be cancelled by the organisers. \n\n\n\nContact: Tuula Meres-Wuori\, tel. 0503047649\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Water-themed Art Exhibition\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover the fascinating portrayal of water in various art forms\, spanning from the seventeenth century to contemporary masterpieces. The exhibition will showcase paintings\, sculptures\, graphic art\, and contemporary works that highlight the essential role water plays in our lives. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to delve into the beauty and importance of water as depicted through the eyes of talented artists. To secure your spot\, please contact the organizer. Immerse yourself in the artistic exploration of water’s profound impact on our planet and life itself. \n\n\n\nLet the waves of art inspire and captivate you!
URL:https://iwch.fi/events/sinebryckoff/
CATEGORIES:Events for art lovers
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