BOOKlatin sa Oodi

Philippine Embassy holds book reading at Oodi Library

by Anne Tafalla, Helsinki, Finland

The Philippine Embassy in Helsinki, in partnership with Oodi Library, held a book reading session on 22 August 2025 as part of “BOOKlatin sa Oodi,” in celebration of Buwan ng Wika (National Language Month).

Children listened to the Filipino story “Alamat ng Palay” (The Legend of Rice), read by Ambassador Domingo Nolasco and teacher Ricca Carsula from Espoo Multicultural Education Service.

After the storytelling, participants explored the “BOOKlatin sa Oodi” exhibit, showcasing children and young adult books by Filipino authors. The exhibit runs until 31 August 2025 and is free to the public.