Special attention is drawn to the vibrant design in Hafnarfjörður. A special emphasis will be placed on the design in Hafnarfjörður's museums and cultural centres over the next few days. Hafnarborg, the Hafnarfjörður Library and the Bæjarbíó are among the more than 100 exhibitions, 400 participants and 250 events taking part in Design March 2022, the country's largest design festival. Through its participation, the City of Hafnarfjörður wishes to draw special attention to […]
In the summer of 2022, young people aged 14–17 (born 2005–2008) will be offered work at the Hafnarfjörður Work School. The Work School primarily focuses on environmental matters, thus playing a major role in cleaning the town and maintaining vegetation, streets and footpaths over the summer. The staff of the Work School therefore play an important role in creating the town's desirable appearance, that […]
Guðrún's family unveils a memorial in the heart of Hafnarfjörður. A heart stone in memory of Guðrún Helgadóttir was laid today in the heart of Hafnarfjörður, in front of the Bæjarbíó. The idea for a beautiful tribute and memorial first arose in conversation with the author herself, following her being honoured in Hafnarfjörður for her literary works and contribution to Icelandic culture in connection with […]
Hraunvallar School secured their place in the final of Skólahreysti yesterday after a tough competition. In Skólahreysti, pupils from the country's primary schools compete against each other in various events that test the competitors' power, strength and stamina. Pupils in Hafnarfjörður's primary schools have taken an active part in Skólahreysti, with good success. After five heats of Skólahreysti in the spring of 2022 […]
Clean-up Days 2022 – garden waste containers at primary schools on 25 May – 29 May 2022, a clean-up day is taking place in Hafnarfjörður under the slogan 'CLEAN UP HAFNARFJÖRÐUR', during which residents can dispose of garden waste in a container at all primary schools in the borough. The containers will be at the schools from 5 p.m. on Wednesday, 25 May until the end of the day on Sunday, 29 May. […]
Application deadline extended to 6 May 2022. The Town Council is advertising special event and cultural grants, made available following Covid-19. The application deadline is 6 May, and the grants will be allocated by the Town Council. Applicants must have a connection to Hafnarfjörður in some way. For example, through permanent residence of the individuals, or because the event or project […]
A clear vision developed in extensive consultation. At its meeting just before Easter, the Hafnarfjörður Town Council unanimously approved the proposed vision, main objectives and strategic priorities for Hafnarfjörður, which span all areas of the municipality. Hafnarfjörður's comprehensive strategy to 2035 supports the formulation of short-term priorities, and the council and committees will review the priorities annually and set […]
Registration is now open for after-school clubs for the 2022-2023 school year. The after-school clubs in Hafnarfjörður are available for children in Years 1-4 and operate at all of the municipality's primary schools. Their role is to offer a wide range of leisure activities after the standard school day ends, including group activities, workshops, outdoor activities and electives. The aim of the after-school clubs is for every child to have fun […]
St. Joseph's Hospital flourishes in a new role The St. József's Quality of Life Centre is rapidly approaching the historic and significant milestone of filling every floor and every space in the old St. Joseph's Hospital with activities related to health, quality of life and creativity. Sixteen businesses and organisations have now established themselves in the centre and are already beginning to offer services that […]
With the rising sun and disappearing restrictions, Erasmus visits are resuming. A good group from the primary school CEIP Mediterráneo, located in Alicante, visited Engidalsskóli and Lækjarskóli recently, along with staff from the Office of Education and Public Health of the Municipality of Hafnarfjörður. The visits were part of their Erasmus project, and the group was given an introduction to the school system in Hafnarfjörður. This group is part of […]
