Wellbeing day for seniors at the sports hall
Program for seniors, tips, various measurements and tests, lotteries and bingo, tasting samples and hand massage. Time: Wednesday 7 October 2026, 1–4 p.m.Venue: Sports Hall (Pedersesplanaden 8, Jakobstad) The event is free of charge. Welcome!
Energy Saving Week, 5–11 October 2026
The nationwide Energy Saving Week celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. This year’s theme, “Energy powers everything”, highlights the essential role of energy in everyday life, housing, transport, work, services and throughout society. The City of Jakobstad is participating in…
Association evening – city grants
Welcome to learn about the new grant criteria for cultural, sports and other grants awarded by the city. Association evening on 7 October from 5.30 to 7 p.m. at the city library.
Handle garden waste properly
When carrying out autumn garden work, please remember that garden waste must not be taken to parks or forests. The Waste Act prohibits littering. Piles of garden waste reduce the amenity value of the environment and contribute to the spread…
Events in October
Here are some of the best event tips for October in Jakobstad. 🍂20 Aug-15 Oct Till skogs | Mennään metsään, Tempus🍂2 Sep-30 Oct Rebecca Enlund: Halvvägs barfota, library | Puoliväliin paljain jaloin, kirjasto🍂1 Oct Sami Hedberg – LUPA NAURAA, Schaumansalen🍂1…
Question of the Week: The Town’s Economy
What do you think the town should do to address the debt burden? You have time to answer until Sunday, October 4, 2026. Did you know that you can see the result of last and previous “Question of the week”…
City of Jakobstad participates in the nationwide LVV26 preparedness exercise
The Finnish Supervisory Agency will organise the nationwide LVV26 preparedness exercise from 29 September to 1 October 2026. The theme of the exercise is civil protection, and its aim is to strengthen society’s ability to function during disruptive situations under…
The Town Executive Board Approved Jakobstad’s First Equality and Non-Discrimination Plan
The Town Executive Board has approved the Town of Jakobstad Equality and Non-Discrimination Plan 2026–2030, which will serve as a guiding document for how the principles of equality and non-discrimination will be integrated into all municipal operations over the coming…
Daycare year begins with a focus on physical activity
Physical activity has been chosen as the theme for this school year in daycare. By developing activities in a more active direction, daycare centres, together with families, want to lay the foundation for healthy lifestyle habits from an early age.…
Strengberg area in students’ daily use
Etelänummi School has brought new life to the Strengberg area, along with changes to traffic arrangements. Safety in the area has been improved by lowering speed limits and installing speed bumps, among other measures. The drop-off and pick-up point for…