Øbro Jagtvej Bibliotek opened in 1922 and has been at Jagtvej 227 since 1953, situated between Fælledparken and the composers' quarter in outer Østerbro. The four-storey building houses a children's section on the ground floor, citizen services and book lending on the first floor, and study spaces with the adult collection on the upper floors. The library holds a wide range of books and regularly hosts literary events, author evenings and workshops for all ages.
Jagtvej 227, 2100 København Ø
Mon-Thu 10:00-19:00, Fri 12:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-14:00, Sun closed
Det Lille Turnéteater brings A.A. Milne's classic tale of Winnie the Pooh to the stage with adventures, friendship, and heartwarming moments for children and adults.
AKKordteater presents a humorous performance about friendship between two very different characters - an orderly person and the dog Sausage. Part of the Theater Magic autumn festival.
Historian Maria Østerby Elleby explores the witch hunts of 17th-century Denmark, where over a thousand people were convicted and executed. Part of Copenhagen Public Library's science festival.
Author and journalist Pia Fris Laneth presents a lecture on Tove Ditlevsen, a central voice in Danish literature and pioneer of working-class women's narratives.
Lea Korsgaard explores her year-long quest to see all Danish butterfly species, weaving together nature, philosophy, and existential questions about life and rebirth.
Librarians recommend autumn's best reads in a relaxed setting with sparkling wine and snacks at the library's Bogcafé.
A cosy library reading session where the facilitator reads aloud from Danish literature while serving coffee and treats, followed by discussion and a book raffle.
Two-hour family history writing workshop with author Marie Østergaard Knudsen, teaching you how to write engagingly about your family and personal life.
Elisabeth Møller Jensen presents her new book on the history of feminism from the 1800s to today, featuring Danish and international authors.
A cosy library reading session featuring Danish literature, coffee, and conversation. Bring your knitting or simply relax as stories unfold.
A writing group for adults at Øbro Jagtvej Library exploring creative expression and mental wellbeing through text and words.
Literary critic Klaus Rothstein explores the life and work of Nobel laureate Knut Hamsun, from his impoverished years in Copenhagen to his controversial wartime sympathies.
An evening exploring Nobel Prize-winning author Sigrid Undset, led by literary critic Klaus Rothstein. Coffee and pastry included.
A literary talk about Selma Lagerlöf, the Nordic region's greatest writer and first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Cultural journalist Tore Leifer guides you through her life and works.
