
Search, reservations and personal loans
Materials can be ordered with a free reservation from any library in your municipality or from Keski library to the nearest library. You can make a reservation in the online library (you need a Keski library card and PIN code) or ask the staff to make one

Äänekoski main library
The main library of the city of Äänekoski is located in the center of the Äänekoski agglomeration. The library has up-to-date and versatile loanable material as well as an expert advice and information service.

Suolahti library
The Suolahti library is located in the center of the Suolahti settlement. The library's lending hall has space for holding small-scale exhibitions. The library's newsroom has a separate entrance and longer opening hours.

Sumiainte library
The Sumiainen library is located in the center of the settlement, in a separate building in the grounds of the Sumiainen school. The library has a lending room, magazine room, customer computer, copier-printer and wireless network for customers.

Kongingkanka library
The Konginkankaa library is located in a commercial property in the center of the agglomeration. The library also has a newspaper reading room and a customer computer, as well as an open wireless network. The lending hall has space for holding small-scale exhibitions.

Exceptional opening hours of libraries
This page has collected additional information about exceptional opening hours of libraries, e.g. on public holidays.

Self-employed hours
Some of Äänekoski's libraries are open separately during customer service hours, when staff are present, and in addition during extended self-service hours without staff. The library premises can be accessed by logging in with a KESKI library card.

Most booked and new
The most booked top 10 books and novelties from the adult, youth and children's sections. All materials that arrived at the libraries during the previous month in the downloadable new catalog.

Selection of library material
The selection of materials is governed by the Public Libraries Act. According to the law, the public library must promote the population's equal opportunities for education and culture, the availability and use of information, as well as the culture of reading and multi-literacy.

Literary events
Äänekoski's libraries regularly organize various literary events open to everyone. Such are e.g. children's story lessons, embroidery evenings, expert lectures, theme weeks and digital guidance events.

Reading circles
A reading circle meets once a month in both Äänekoski and Suolahti libraries. In the reading circles of both libraries, a different theme is always followed for six months, to which all the books are related. The reading circles are led by Mari Moisio.

Magazine collections and magazines
A comprehensive collection of newspapers and magazines can be read in the Äänekoski libraries' magazine rooms. Magazines can be borrowed for 14 days (the latest issue is not borrowed). The main library and Suolahti library have separate entrances to the magazine rooms.

Accessibility library Celia's audio books
Is reading the text difficult for you, for example, due to dyslexia, muscle disease or impaired vision? An audiobook can help when reading plain text is difficult.

Library card and rules
KESKI libraries use a common library card. The first library card is free of charge, you can get it by filling out and signing the library card form and presenting a photo ID (e.g. driver's license, passport) at the library.

Information technology services
Libraries offer desktop computers for customer use as well as possibilities for printing, copying and scanning. Scanning is free of charge, copies and prints are chargeable (price below.

Kindergarten and school visits
The library invites kindergartens, elementary and middle schools, and secondary schools for guided visits. During these visits, you get to know the library's services, collections and information search, and you are advised to read a variety of things, from picture books to non-fiction books.

Nepsy shelves
All libraries in Äänekoski have their own Nepsy shelf, where you can find books related to the topic and information about Nepsy matters.

Clear books
Reference books are easy to read. All libraries have reference books.

Library in plain language
This page tells about the library and how to use it in plain language.

Äänekoski print products on sale
The lovely and popular Äänekoski print products are on sale at the Äänekoski main library and art museum. The print was designed by Kaisla Kujanpää, a designer from Äänekoski, and the name of the pattern is "City in nature's lap".
Events

Art reading circle
During the spring/winter season, we will be introduced to Pirkko Soininen's biographical novel Signe, which combines both fact and fiction in the story of photographer Signe Brander. As the story progresses, we will be introduced to 19...
Äänekoski Art Museum
Thu 6.2.2025 October 27.3.2025 - Thu XNUMX November XNUMX
16-17

Digital information strike recording at Äänekoski Main Library: Artificial intelligence or supporting intelligence? What would we all like to know about the possibilities of artificial intelligence?
The youth section of the main library will show a recording of a digital information session held the previous week in Jyväskylä. Information sessions provide solutions to everyday digital problems. You can come and watch the recording...
Äänekoski main library
Ti 18.2.2025
At 17:00

Board game club in Äänekoski main library (October 24.2)
Hello youth, adult or young adult - welcome to the open board game club of the Äänekoski main library!
My 24.2.2025
From 16:18 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Suolahti library reading circle in March
The reading circles led by Mari Moisio brighten up everyday life at the Suolahti library!
Suolahti library
My 3.3.2025
At 17.30 o'clock

Digital information attack recording at Äänekoski Main Library: Information security of home devices
The youth section of the main library will show a recording of a digital information session held the previous week in Jyväskylä. Information sessions provide solutions to everyday digital problems. You can come and watch the recording...
Äänekoski main library
Ti 4.3.2025
At 17:00

Say It Softly Exhibition
Say it softly - positive craft art
Hoikkassali/Äänekoski Main Library
Tue 4.3.2025 - Mon 31.3.2025
Mon-Fri 10am-19pm, Sat 10am-14pm

Äänekoski library's reading circle in March
The reading circles led by Mari Moisio brighten up everyday life at the Äänekoski library!
Äänekoski main library
The 6.3.2025
From 17.30:19.00 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Board game club in Äänekoski main library (October 10.3)
Hello youth, adult or young adult - welcome to the open board game club of the Äänekoski main library!
My 10.3.2025
From 16:18 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Digital information session recording at Äänekoski Main Library: Senior self-assessment – a new digital tool for assessing functional capacity
The youth section of the main library will show a recording of a digital information session held the previous week in Jyväskylä. Information sessions provide solutions to everyday digital problems. You can come and watch the recording...
Äänekoski main library
Ti 18.3.2025
At 17:00

Young people's library night at Suolahti library in March
There will be hanging out, games (Switch and board games), crafts, snacks and all kinds of other fun!
Suolahti library
To 19.3.2025
From 16:19 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Short story hook at the Äänekoski main library in March
Welcome to the short story!
The 20.3.2025
From 17.30:18.30 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Board game club in Äänekoski main library (October 24.3)
Hello youth, adult or young adult - welcome to the open board game club of the Äänekoski main library!
My 24.3.2025
From 16:18 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Digital information strike recording at Äänekoski Main Library: Towards the primacy of digital government messages
The youth section of the main library will show a recording of a digital information session held the previous week in Jyväskylä. Information sessions provide solutions to everyday digital problems. You can come and watch the recording...
Äänekoski main library
Ti 1.4.2025
At 17:00

Äänekoski library reading circle in April
The reading circles led by Mari Moisio brighten up everyday life at the Äänekoski library!
Äänekoski main library
The 3.4.2025
From 17.30:19.00 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Suolahti library reading circle in April
The reading circles led by Mari Moisio brighten up everyday life at the Suolahti library!
Suolahti library
My 7.4.2025
At 17.30 o'clock

Board game club in Äänekoski main library (October 7.4)
Hello youth, adult or young adult - welcome to the open board game club of the Äänekoski main library!
My 7.4.2025
From 16:18 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Novel hook at the Äänekoski main library in April
Welcome to the short story!
The 10.4.2025
From 17.30:18.30 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Fairytale massage at Äänekoski Library
Come with your child to a fairy tale massage session led by Tarja Laurila! Also included is an open daycare club with breakfast. New books on parenting will be on display.
Äänekoski main library
On the 11.4.2025th
From 9.30:11.00 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Digital Knowledge Strike recording at Äänekoski Main Library: Which smart device should I get?
The youth section of the main library will show a recording of a digital information session held the previous week in Jyväskylä. Information sessions provide solutions to everyday digital problems. You can come and watch the recording...
Äänekoski main library
Ti 15.4.2025
At 17:00

Young people's library night at Suolahti library in April
There will be hanging out, games (Switch and board games), crafts, snacks and all kinds of other fun!
Suolahti library
To 23.4.2025
From 16:19 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Digital information strike recording at Äänekoski Main Library: Municipal joint e-library. How do I borrow, read and reserve e-books, audiobooks and magazines?
The youth section of the main library will show a recording of a digital information session held the previous week in Jyväskylä. Information sessions provide solutions to everyday digital problems. You can come and watch the recording...
Äänekoski main library
Ti 29.4.2025
At 17:00

Board game club in Äänekoski main library (October 5.5)
Hello youth, adult or young adult - welcome to the open board game club of the Äänekoski main library!
My 5.5.2025
From 16:18 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Suolahti library reading circle in May
The reading circles led by Mari Moisio brighten up everyday life at the Suolahti library!
Suolahti library
My 12.5.2025
At 17.30 o'clock

Digital information strike recording at Äänekoski Main Library: Remote meeting platforms Teams, Google Meet and Zoom
The youth section of the main library will show a recording of a digital information session held the previous week in Jyväskylä. Information sessions provide solutions to everyday digital problems. You can come and watch the recording...
Äänekoski main library
Ti 13.5.2025
At 17:00

Äänekoski library reading circle in May
The reading circles led by Mari Moisio brighten up everyday life at the Äänekoski library!
Äänekoski main library
The 15.5.2025
From 17.30:19.00 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Board game club in Äänekoski main library (October 19.5)
Hello youth, adult or young adult - welcome to the open board game club of the Äänekoski main library!
My 19.5.2025
From 16:18 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Young people's library night at Suolahti library in May
There will be hanging out, games (Switch and board games), crafts, snacks and all kinds of other fun!
Suolahti library
To 21.5.2025
From 16:19 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Novel hook at the Äänekoski main library in May
Welcome to the short story!
The 22.5.2025
From 17.30:18.30 to XNUMX:XNUMX

Digital information recording at Äänekoski Main Library: Get to know OmaKanta
The youth section of the main library will show a recording of a digital information session held the previous week in Jyväskylä. Information sessions provide solutions to everyday digital problems. You can come and watch the recording...
Äänekoski main library
Ti 27.5.2025
At 17:00