“Who Will Comfort Toffle?” and “The Book About Moomin, Mymble and Little My” short films.

“Who Will Comfort Toffle?” is the timeless, magical tale of the wistful wallflower, Toffle – too shy to speak to anyone and fearful of the world he is watching from afar. Lonely and sad, Toffle runs away from home and watches the magical cast of Moominvalley – Mymble, Little My, Snufkin, the merry whompses and the Fillyjonk – celebrate and enjoy life. His insecurity continues to only serve his isolation until he has the courage to overcome his fears by reaching out to another frightened introvert, the mesmerizing Miffle. Who Will Comfort Toffle? is an endearing, introspective story that will speak to readers of all ages – anyone who has ever needed a friend to pull them out of their shell.

“The Book About Moomin, Mymble and Little My”: In a delightful, curious game of what comes next, Moomintroll travels through the woods to get home with milk for Moominmamma. A simple trip turns into a colorful adventure as Moomintroll meets Mymble, who has lost her sister, Little My. Along the way, they endure the hijinks of all the charming characters of the Moomin world, including the Fillijonks and Hattifatteners. Will Moomintroll ever make it home safe and sound?

“Who Will Comfort Toffle?” and “The Book About Moomin, Mymble and Little My” short films.

“Who Will Comfort Toffle?” is the timeless, magical tale of the wistful wallflower, Toffle – too shy to speak to anyone and fearful of the world he is watching from afar. Lonely and sad, Toffle runs away from home and watches the magical cast of Moominvalley – Mymble, Little My, Snufkin, the merry whompses and the Fillyjonk – celebrate and enjoy life. His insecurity continues to only serve his isolation until he has the courage to overcome his fears by reaching out to another frightened introvert, the mesmerizing Miffle. Who Will Comfort Toffle? is an endearing, introspective story that will speak to readers of all ages – anyone who has ever needed a friend to pull them out of their shell.

“The Book About Moomin, Mymble and Little My”: In a delightful, curious game of what comes next, Moomintroll travels through the woods to get home with milk for Moominmamma. A simple trip turns into a colorful adventure as Moomintroll meets Mymble, who has lost her sister, Little My. Along the way, they endure the hijinks of all the charming characters of the Moomin world, including the Fillijonks and Hattifatteners. Will Moomintroll ever make it home safe and sound?

“Who Will Comfort Toffle?” and “The Book About Moomin, Mymble and Little My” short films.

“Who Will Comfort Toffle?” is the timeless, magical tale of the wistful wallflower, Toffle – too shy to speak to anyone and fearful of the world he is watching from afar. Lonely and sad, Toffle runs away from home and watches the magical cast of Moominvalley – Mymble, Little My, Snufkin, the merry whompses and the Fillyjonk – celebrate and enjoy life. His insecurity continues to only serve his isolation until he has the courage to overcome his fears by reaching out to another frightened introvert, the mesmerizing Miffle. Who Will Comfort Toffle? is an endearing, introspective story that will speak to readers of all ages – anyone who has ever needed a friend to pull them out of their shell.

“The Book About Moomin, Mymble and Little My”: In a delightful, curious game of what comes next, Moomintroll travels through the woods to get home with milk for Moominmamma. A simple trip turns into a colorful adventure as Moomintroll meets Mymble, who has lost her sister, Little My. Along the way, they endure the hijinks of all the charming characters of the Moomin world, including the Fillijonks and Hattifatteners. Will Moomintroll ever make it home safe and sound?

Heikki Mäenpää will play a selection of tunes from his career as a singer-songwriter. His daughter Anna-Liisa will join him on a few tunes as well!

Performer Bio: Heikki Mäenpää (born 1957 in Tampere) is an internationally awarded Finnish crossmedia producer, music maker and performer. He lives in Kangasala, Tampere Region and has worked worldwide within culture, technology, and education.

Recorded discussion and showing of video about the renovation and extension of the Kuopio City Theater and restoration of Dipoli.

This special screening or pre-recorded lecture will offer a rare glimpse into the groundbreaking work of ALA Architects, one of Finland’s most internationally recognized architecture firms. Known for iconic public buildings like Helsinki’s Oodi Central Library and the new Helsinki Airport Terminal, ALA’s work exemplifies the power of contemporary design to create inclusive, civic spaces rooted in place. Through film or visual lecture, audiences will gain insight into the studio’s process, design philosophy, and recent projects that continue to shape the Nordic built environment.

This presentation is made possible by: Arbor Wood Co. and Lakehead Constructors Inc.

Finlandia Foundation National’s 2023 Performer Of The Year!

Ida will be performing original and cover songs (singing and playing the guitar), in Finnish and English!

Performer Bio: Ida Metsberg is a Finnish singer-songwriter residing in New York. With a background in musical theatre, her music is heavy on storytelling and unique lyricism, combined with her classic songwriter sound, fingerpicking on the acoustic guitar. With nods to artists like Sara Bareilles and Joni Mitchell, Ida blends pop and folk with intelligent, thoughtful structure and lyrics. Even songs that are more solemn and serious in tone leave you feeling hopeful and introspective. Her craft is her therapy and expression of her deepest self. Ida writes for her own healing, being able to also find comedy in her experiences (such as her single “How Do You Do It?” a song about social anxiety). This style of genuine rawness and passion resonates with anyone who has loved, lost, and can still celebrate life and look inside, honestly.

Ida is notable for playing shows across the United States and with her unique sound and raw honesty, her show is a must-watch. She was named Performer of the Year 2023 by Finlandia Foundation National, her music can be found on all streaming platforms and she is currently in the studio working on her new album, with music set to be released later this year.