Hi guys, could you please recommend me a dance studio for men over 37 in Espoo. And also a dancing style, for those who ll do it first time at that age.

Invasive species to be controlled again through mobile game this summer

Residents will soon have the opportunity to earn money by eradicating the lupines and Himalayan balsams they find in Espoo. Like last year, the campaign will be carried out using the mobile game Crowdsorsa in which people can film occurrences of invasive species to be destroyed and mark them on a map.

More info: https://www.espoo.fi/en/news/2024/05/invasive-species-be-controlled-again-through-mobile-game-summer

Espoossa palaa jälleen taas tänään.

Mun seurailujen mukaan nää tuhopoltot on alotettu jo viime vuoden loppukesästä / syksystä. Silloin Suvelan alueella joku poltti aluksi roskalaatikoita, joista hän siirtyi jo roskakatoksiin syksyn aikana. Talven aikana oli sitten puolestaan hiljaista. Tekikö tekijä tänä aikana suunnitelmia kevään kokkoja varten?

Ensimmäinen isompi autiotalon poltto tapahtui myös Suvelan alueella, lähellä Entressen ostoskeskusta. Tämän jälkeen paloi muistaakseni jossain enemmän kirkkojärven suunnalla, jonka jälkeen paloikin jo kohta Tuomarilan iso VPK-talo. Kaikki hyvinkin tässä Espoon keskuksen tuntumassa.

Tämän päivänen tyhjillään olleen koulurakennuksen poltto on tosin paljon kauempana Espoon keskuksen alueelta. Voisikohan kyseessä olla ns. copycat? o_O

Espoon keskuksen alueelta tiedän vielä useamman mahdollisen tuhopoltto kohteen. Vähän mietin olisikohan pitänyt asentaa niihin vanhoista kännyköistä modattuja valvontakameroita liiketunnistimilla :P Voisi saada hyvällä tuurilla hyvän kuvan tekijästä tai tekijöistä.

Mielenkiintoisena salaliittoteoria-avauksena useimmille tuhopoltetuille tonteille on jo kaavoitettu kerrostaloja, sun muita rakennuksia. Olisi aika hauska yhteensattuma jos kaikkien tuhopoltettujen tonttien uudisrakennuttajaksi osoittautuisi yksi ja sama yritys ;P

Mitä mieltä?

Is there a reliable source to find out where the “best” schools are in Espoo? Does a map of Espoo’s schools with rankings exist?

Bodom Trail 2024 is in the Books. This event is an opportunity for runners to dive deep into Espoo's stunning forests and experience their raw, untamed beauty firsthand. If you missed out this year, mark your calendars for next time because you do not want to miss this adrenaline-pumping adventure! 🚀💥

If you were not able to participate have now worries there are a few videos already on you Youtube:

• Pushing Limits: 21KM Bodom Trail Run 2024 | My first official half marathon
• Bodom Trail 2024 by Itkonen
• Bodom Trail 2024 polkujuoksukisa 21km - Lyhyelokuva - mitä siellä tapahtui ja miksi?
• Bodom Trail 12k (4.5.2024) by Jani Ollikainen

As well as the official race media: https://bodomtrail.com/

Onks kellään kuvaa tän vuoden matikan valtakunnallisest??❤️❤️❤️#ysiluokka

Vappu is upon us, and it’s the perfect time to share the joy and festivities. Whether you’re donning your white cap, picnicking at a local park, or enjoying some sima and munkki at home, I’d love to hear about it!

How and where are you spending your Vappu Day?

I’ll kick things off! As a perheellinen mies (not sure if this is correct), I’m planning to head over to Haukilahti beach with some friends with kids for a picnic. It’s the perfect spot to relax, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and have the kids play!

How about you?

Are you looking to expand your social circle and dive into the thrilling world of racing? Volunteering at Bodom Trail is your golden ticket! Not only do you get to be a part of an exhilarating event, but you also meet a diverse group of individuals who share your passion for adventure and sports. It’s more than just lending a hand; it’s about creating connections that go beyond the finish line.

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APUA! Pääsetkö sinä auttamaan? 📷

Bodom Trail järjestetään vapaaehtoisvoimin ja tarvitsemme vielä lisäkäsiä kisapäivinä (pe 3.5. ja la 4.5.). Ei haittaa jos et pääse molempina päivinä, toinenkin päivä tai muutama tunti auttaa. Kiitokseksi saat eväät/ruokailun, erikoisetuja ja kisaamaan ilmaiseksi (auta vaikka toisena päivänä ja kisaa toisena). Tule pliis mukaan mahtavaan seuraan! 📷

Ilmoittaudu toimitsijaksi 📷 https://bodomtrail.com/

English:

HELP! Are you able to help? 📷

Bodom Trail is organized by volunteers and we still need extra hands on race days (Friday May 3.5). now 4.5. ). It doesn't matter if you can't make it both days, another day or a few hours will help. As a thank you, you get snacks/food, special benefits and race for free (even help on another day and race the next day). Please come and join us in great company! 📷

Sign up to be an agent 📷 https://bodomtrail.com/

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The jury has now selected the winner of the Leppävaara idea competition organised by the City of Espoo. The winning entry is Walk Around by the construction company YIT, architecture company Arco, and engineering and consultancy company Ramboll.

https://www.espoo.fi/en/news/2024/04/walk-around-wins-leppavaara-idea-competition

A new chapter in the iconic Espoo restaurant building’s history is beginning as the renowned Strindberg opens its doors on April 26th in Haukilahti. The building previously housed Sikke Sumari’s Haukilahden Helmi restaurant.

At the new Strindberg Haukilahti, a maritime ambiance blends with traditional Nordic culinary culture and contemporary international flavors. The menu features all the classic dishes prepared with familiar recipes, from Strindberg’s meatballs to Rydberg’s steak, with added maritime elements enhancing the flavors of other dishes on the menu.

https://www.strindberghaukilahti.fi/en/home/

April Jazz is an annual jazz music festival held in Espoo, Finland since 1987 at the end of April. It is the largest jazz festival in the Helsinki Metropolitan area.

https://apriljazz.fi/en/home

Main news hitting HS.fi was Espoo increases the fees for exercise and sports relative to discussion in the Liikuntalautakunta.

How do you feel about the increase?

Liikuntalautakunta Esityslista | Sports Committee Agenda 18.04.2024

Full Agenda:

1. Kokouksen laillisuuden ja päätösvaltaisuuden toteaminen
2. Pöytäkirjan tarkastajien valinta
3. Liikuntalautakunnan lausunto kiinteiden rakenteiden ja laitteiden investointitarpeista vuosille 2025-2034
4. Liikunnan ja urheilun tulosyksikön maksujen tarkistaminen
5. Liikuntatoiminta- ja erityisryhmien liikuntatoiminta-avustus 2024
6. Vetoomus Puolarmaarin tenniskentän sulkemisesta
7. Liikuntalautakunnan kokousaikataulu kaudelle 2024-20258 Viranhaltijoiden päätökset

Link https://espoo.oncloudos.com/cgi/DREQUEST.PHP?page=meeting&id=20241109

The 11th Bodom Trail will take place on May 3-4, 2024. Come and enjoy the spring trails and meet other trail lovers!

Registration until 22nd of April: https://bodomtrail.com/en/

Imagine starting your weekend with a burst of energy, surrounded by nature and a group of friendly, like-minded individuals. That’s what you get every Saturday at 9:30 AM at the Espoon keskuspuisto.

Puolarmaari parkrun is not just a run; it’s a 5k event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer, or simply cheer on the participants. It’s about setting personal goals and achieving them at your own pace. Whether you’re aiming to beat your personal best or just looking for a fun way to stay active while meeting people, Puolarmaari parkrun is the place to be!

The best part? It’s absolutely free! All you need to do is register once, bring your printed barcode, and you’re set to join the fun. And after you’ve crossed the finish line, why not join us for a post-run coffee ? It’s a fantastic way to meet new friends and share your experiences.

So, lace up your running shoes, bring your enthusiasm, and let’s make every Saturday morning memorable at the Puolarmaari parkrun.

FYI: I am not part of the organization, just a participant.

https://www.parkrun.fi/puolarmaari/

Changed the tires to summer ones last week, but clearly the weather made a sudden u-turn. When would it be safe to drive the car again? The roads don’t look really icy, but I don’t know if it’s safe already.

Hello,

I will be using city bikes first time this year and I wanted to verify if I am seeing wrong or there is absolutely no city bikes station at the C region of Espoo? If it is the case, what nonsense is it?

Hello,

I am Eliel Kärkkäinen and I study Cultural Management in Humak University of Applied Sciences. I’m writing my thesis on the accessibility of controls in video games.

I’d like to organize workshop for the thesis where people that are concerned of this subject and everyone interested in the accessibility of video games are interested are welcome. I have not found a Finnish community of disabled gamers so thought to ask here about this. Feel free to let me know about these as well.

Point of the workshop is to bring together gamers with disabilities, that impair or prevent the use traditional controllers or mouse and keyboard as well as people that have created their own solutions to make controlling more accessible. In the workshop participants can demonstrate their own solutions, share ideas and adopt other participants’ control schemes as well as discuss how to make controls more accessible in video games.

Additionally I will be presenting the results of the workshop and rest of the thesis to Finnish game development studios like Mainframe Industries and Remedy Entertainment.

I have thought about organizing the workshop on week 15 either in Espoo in the library of Iso Omena or in Helsinki Kalasatama in Vapaakaupungin Olohuone depending on what suits best for most participants.

You can ask questions in the comments or by a private message :)

Hello I moved to Espoo for work a while back and delivered my baby around 6 months ago I would like to get to know working moms and the international community here as well Any ideas how? Or anyone interested to meet up??