Sundby Bibliotek is a district library on Amagerbro, housed in the community centre Kvarterhuset. The children's section is on the ground floor and the adult section on the first floor. Beyond books and periodicals, the building offers a café, meeting rooms and an assembly hall used for concerts, author talks, children's theatre and art exhibitions. In summer, outdoor concerts take place on a small stage next to the building.
Jemtelandsgade 3, 2300 København S
Mon-Thu 10:00-18:00, Fri 12:00-17:00, Sat 10:00-14:00, Sun closed
Biologist Morten D.D. Hansen discusses Danish bird species and birdwatching in cities, drawing on his new book and years of nature writing experience.
Postnatal event on introducing solid foods with specialist Kirsten Mikkelsen Ravnbøl, sharing practical advice and recipes for delicious baby food.
A puppet and shadow-play adaptation of Leo Lionni's classic about a dreaming mouse whose stories sustain his community through winter. For ages 3-6.
A lecture on German philosopher Hartmut Rosa and his concept of resonance, presented by theologian Steen Hjul Lybke at Kvarterhuset.
Author Peter Øvig leads a workshop on writing autobiographical and documentary narratives, exploring ideas, ethics, and dramaturgy.
Singer and author Alberte Winding is interviewed about her writing, vulnerability, and motherhood by literary mediator Lea Fløe Christensen.
Baby rhythm session for infants and parents at Sundby Library, led by motor skills instructor Pernille Broberg Balle.
A lecture about Earth's largest animals and how new technology allows researchers to track whales hunting in the ocean depths.
An introduction to quantum physics and quantum computers, exploring how this technology works and its potential applications.
Author and journalist Carsten Norton explores the transformation of Pusher Street from a 1970s social experiment to a criminal hub and its place in Copenhagen's history.
A postnatal morning at Sundby Library featuring baby rhythm activities led by motor skills advisor Pernille Broberg Balle, designed for parents and infants.
Three researchers explore coffee from plant biology to sustainability, climate impact, and health effects.
Expert lecture on overdiagnosis with Ph.D. Alexandra Brandt Ryborg Jønsson and professor John Brodersen, exploring the boundaries of disease and the consequences of unnecessary medical diagnosis.
Author Amalie Langballe leads a workshop on essay writing, where participants explore the genre through texts and practical exercises.
A lecture exploring seaweed's role in ocean ecosystems and its potential to tackle future challenges in health, food, climate, and environmental sustainability.
Author Christina Englund leads a writing workshop on developing vivid characters, their backgrounds, fears and secrets - plus dialogue on the page.
Physicist Troels Harmark explores the nature of time from ancient philosophy to modern cosmology in this expert lecture based on his book.
A lecture on the Amager Railway's colourful history, from factory transport to its notorious role in moving latrines from Copenhagen, told through photographs and archival research.
A lecture on the resilience of rural Copenhagen dialects among fishermen and market gardeners, presented by linguists Pia Quist and Bjarne S. Hansen from the University of Copenhagen.
An evening of classical guitar featuring German guitarist Flavius Wagner and Guitarorkestret at Kvarterhuset.
Summer Book Festival at Sundby Library featuring author Maria Rørbæk, who has written popular children's books. For children who completed the summer reading challenge.