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Boston Children’s Museum Kick Off “Summer of Curiosity!”

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Boston Children’s Museum is Inspiring Families to Dive into Curiosity all Summer!

BOSTON, June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Boston Children’s Museum is inspiring families to dive into curiosity all summer! Throughout July and August, the Museum will offer engagement and investigation opportunities that spark an enduring spirit of discovery and wonderment. Children can observe, think, wonder, and ask questions about the world around them.

Children can observe, think, wonder, and ask questions about the world around them.

Visitors can explore the natural world in the outdoor Curiosity Kitchen, create and solve problems in the STEAM Lab, or engage in joyful movement, music, and dance in KidStage! Themed programs, activities, and a Summer Carnival will encourage every Museum visitor to explore their curious side. Complete the experience with a journey into the Hundred Acre Wood with everyone’s favorite curious bear, Winnie-the-Pooh – now extended through Labor Day!

Summer of Curiosity Themes and Events
Get Curious Outside!
From the ocean that defines Boston’s landscape, to the trees that grow in neighborhoods, nature is all around! This summer, get ready to think, observe, and get an up-close look at the nature of our city.

Curiosity Kitchen – Daily through July and August
Explore the outdoor pop-up exhibit that celebrates the delights of playing with natural materials! Make a mud pie, crush up some pinecones, or add pebbles to stone soup. Materials and activities change frequently so be sure to check out what the chef’s daily specials are. Enter at your own whisk!

Garden Exploration – Tuesdays and Saturdays
Check out Fenway Farms at Boston Children’s Museum! Meet an educator from Green City Growers, learn about the garden, and help us grow greens and more!

Get Curious about STEAM! and Art!
Create something, solve problems, and explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math).

STEAM Lab https://bostonchildrensmuseum.org/calendar/

July in the STEAM Lab: Parachutes
Engineer a parachute that falls slowly so that it can bring a person or a package to the ground safely.August in the STEAM Lab: Stack It! Challenge yourself to stack cups of all sizes in any way imaginable.

STEAM Family Workshops
The activities are designed to challenge the whole family with hands-on projects that encourage participants to solve problems, be creative, and collaborate. Check the Museum web calendar for details on specific activities.

DIY Playdough July 14, 15, 27, and 28 / 10:30–11:30am, 1:00–2:00pm, and 2:30–3:30pm
Visit the STEAM Lab to create playdough using common household materials. This 1-hour workshop is recommended for visitors ages 6+ and their grown-ups. Space is limited; please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.Stop Motion Storytelling, August 10, 11, 24, 25 / 10:00–10:45am, 11:00–11:45am, 2:00–2:45pm, and 3:00–3:45pm
Create a storyboard then film an animated movie using toy animals and other props. This workshop is recommended for visitors ages 6+. Space is limited; please sign up in front of the STEAM Lab.

Art Lab
Open daily. Check the Museum’s web calendar for hours.
https://bostonchildrensmuseum.org/calendar/

July in the Art Lab: Creatures and Characters
Choose a drawing prompt and create a creature or character inspired by the real world or imagination!August in the Art Lab: Make a Zine, Take a Zine
Learn how to make a zine, a little book to share ideas with the world!

Sound Bath Series: Vibraphone with Winnie Dahlgren
Wednesdays starting July 31 / 10:00–11:00am and 12:00–1:00pm
Boston Children’s Museum’s Sound Bath Series is intended to be an oasis from the stressors of daily life. It is a drop-in/drop-out, deeply immersive, and full body listening experience, where visitors are “bathed” in the soundwaves of a musical instrument. This summer Sound Bath Series features Vibraphonist Winnie Dahlgren.

Abilities Dance Boston: The Banned Ballet
July 20, 27, & August 3 / 10:30–11:30am and 1:30–2:30pm
Join in for excerpts from Abilities Dance Boston’s (ADB) “The Banned Ballet” come to life in KidStage theater! ADB will be performing scenes across three weekends that showcase the vibrant characters that both celebrate and push against the power of storytelling. ADB will also highlight other repertoire pieces across these three weekends. Visitors will get a chance to chat with the dancers and director after the show and spotlight the need for diverse representation in books and on stages.

July 20th (Act 1 Scene 2)July 27th (Act 1 Scene 3)August 3 (Act 2 Scene 2)

Studio Playground: Clowning & Improv Workshop
July 12, 19, & 26 / 10:00–10:45am
Join Studio Playground at Boston Children’s Museum! Studio Playground teaches classes for all ages based on clown and physical acting. Clowning invites students to explore the health benefits of laughter through movement, games, and playful improvisation. This class includes a vocal and physical warm up, interactive storytelling, and performance projects. Laugh, sing, and make a beautiful ruckus!

Special Experience – Hundred Acre Wood! A Winnie the Pooh Experience
Through September 2
Journey into the Hundred Acre Wood with everyone’s favorite teddy bear friend Winnie-the-Pooh. Spend time wandering Christopher Robin’s favorite woods and visit some of his favorite places, like Eeyore’s Gloomy Place or Rabbit’s Garden. Bounce along with Tigger and Roo as you follow their bouncing trails. Or, spend a quiet moment in Owl’s library, reading about some of Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet’s adventures. Playful fun awaits in the Hundred Acre Wood! Sponsored by The Paper Store.

Hundred Acre Wood Honey Hunt! Add On Experience – Additional Tickets are Required
Christopher Robin needs your help to plan a surprise picnic for all his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood. Can you help get everything ready before all his friends arrive? But what’s this? It appears all the honey and picnic food have gone missing from the Hundred Acre Wood! Christopher Robin needs your help to find everything and finish setting up the party before his friends arrive. Learn more: https://bostonchildrensmuseum.org/winnie/

Special Event – Summer Carnival!
Saturday July 27 / 5:30–8:30pm
Join Boston Children’s Museum for an exciting summer night full of games, unique performances, and fun experiences! The Summer Carnival will feature different carnival games, a variety of performances throughout the night, music, as well as some carnival food available for purchase by the Milk Bottle. Do not miss all the fun—plus everyone will walk away with prizes! Tickets are $30 (save $20 when you buy a four-pack), and include admission to the event, six game tickets, access to carnival games and Museum exhibits, unique performances, and prizes. Additional game tickets can be purchased throughout the event, $8 for five tickets and $16 for 12 tickets.

Tickets include:

Admission to the eventAccess to exhibits (PlaySpace, the Japanese House, The STEAM and Art Labs will be closed for this event)Six game tickets that can be redeemed to play different carnival gamesPrizesSpecial PerformancesFood (available for purchase and weather permitting)

The Summer Carnival is a limited capacity event, allowing for a unique visit to Boston Children’s Museum with limited crowds and wait times for exhibits and special event offerings. Secure tickets in advance for a special summer experience at Boston Children’s Museum.

For information visit http://www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org

About Boston Children’s Museum
Boston Children’s Museum engages children and families in joyful discovery experiences that instill an appreciation of our world, develop foundational skills, and spark a lifelong love of learning. More information about Boston Children’s Museum can be found at http://www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org Become a fan of the Museum on Facebook and follow us on Twitter

Hours and Admission
The Museum is open Wednesday–Sunday from 9:00am–4:00pm. Advance tickets/reservations are highly recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and school vacation weeks. Adults, $22, children (1-15) and senior citizens, $22; children under 12 months and Museum members are always free.

Media Contact

Jo-Anne Baxter, Boston Children’s Museum, 617-986-3702, Baxter@BostonChildrensMuseum.orghttps://bostonchildrensmuseum.org/

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The Lacek Group Champions “Infinite Personalization” in New White Paper

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New AI tools and deeper data curation offer marketers the potential for limitless customization.

MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — According to a recent report, 70% of brands agree that AI adoption will bring personalization to new heights and build deeper, more meaningful connections with their audiences. But few brands have harnessed these new technology tools to achieve those outcomes, often due to a lack of understanding about what’s involved.

70% of brands agree that AI adoption will bring personalization to new heights.

What if marketers could create a highly personalized communications plan for every individual in a database? What if the personalization was reflected across more than just content, but also cadence, preferred channel, layout, offers, and more? Further, what if a marketing plan could adapt in real time to meet each customer’s evolving preferences and needs? That’s infinite personalization.

For decades, communications and marketing professionals labored through an intensive annual process to craft an organization’s marketing plan. As mass-marketing capabilities evolved to allow for content tailored to unique audiences, brands have been relying on customer persona-led segmentation paired with small-scale content personalization. AI technology will drive this capability at scale, deeper data curation and sophisticated content adaptivity are vital to a new era of infinite personalization.

This white paper spotlights in-market examples and shares a four-step, AI-informed process aimed at leveling up brands’ marketing efforts:

Use multiple data points to create customer insights to hone personalization efforts at scaleEnhance and enrich personalization with adaptive content that evolves to reflect customers’ preferencesIndividualize delivery cadence and frequency to drive the highest levels of engagementLeverage split testing to the nth degree using A/B testing at the individual level

Download a copy of the full “Infinite Personalization: AI Makes It Possible” white paper and learn more about The Lacek Group at lacek.com.

About The Lacek Group
For more than 30 years, The Lacek Group has been perfecting the art and algorithms of brand devotion. We help world-class brands identify their highest-potential customers, engage them across channels throughout their lifecycles, personalize each relationship for optimal long-term results, and measure the true effectiveness of those efforts. The Lacek Group is an Ogilvy One company.

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The Starr Conspiracy Rebrands as TSC and Appoints Ashley Bernard as CEO

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Name change, new leadership, and new services are designed to empower tech companies to break free from outdated marketing playbooks and drive real growth.

FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Starr Conspiracy is now TSC.

A full stack marketing agency known for its work with top tech companies today announced a significant rebrand. The agency will now be known as TSC, a name many of its clients have used for years. The change marks the evolution of a brand that has served the tech industry for 25 years.

This rebrand reflects TSC’s new direction, which includes a revitalized leadership team, expanded service offerings, and a new headquarters in Fort Worth’s cultural district. The rebrand is officially being unveiled at the 2024 HR Technology Conference & Exposition, offering attendees a first look at the agency’s new era.

With over a decade at the agency, Ashley Bernard will be the new Chief Executive Officer. She is widely respected for her leadership and deep affinity for customer experience. Bernard’s leadership is instrumental in driving TSC’s innovative approach and she will continue to lead the transformation.

“TSC is known for pushing boundaries and thinking differently,” Bernard said. “Our rebrand builds on what makes us unique and reflects who we are today — a full stack agency, redefining marketing for tech companies. Marketing has changed, tech has changed, and so have we.”

Bret Starr, TSC’s founder, and Bernard have shared the CEO seat for over a year. Working side-by-side on the rebrand, they invested heavily in AI and reimagined TSC’s services.

“There is literally no one in the world that I trust more to lead us into the future during such transformative times,” Starr said. “Ashley has a clear vision for our agency and a spotless track record of achievement and success. Our agency is stronger with her at the helm.”

In addition to Bernard’s appointment as CEO, two other leadership team members will be taking on expanded roles as part of the agency’s transformation. Racheal Bates, Vice President of Customer Experience, and JJ La Pata, Vice President of Digital Strategy and Insights, will play critical roles in driving the agency’s innovative approach to radical go-to-market strategies, experience design, brand strategy, defining moments, and sales experience alignment. TSC’s new services are designed to empower tech companies to break free from outdated marketing playbooks and drive real growth.

Bret Starr will remain fully engaged with the agency in his new role as Chief AI Officer, where he will focus exclusively on advancing B2B marketing theory, driving AI innovation, and enhancing client success.

“Our approach is centered around creating abundant experiences that resonate deeply with people,” Bernard said. “At TSC, we don’t believe in just optimizing old models. We blow them up and create something entirely new — taking into account holistic experiences and that build lasting connections.”

With a focus on redefining the marketing landscape, TSC’s leadership team is excited to bring their clients a fresh perspective.

For more information on TSC’s rebrand and services, visit TSC.chat.

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LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator brings its Demo Day back to EDTECH WEEK in NY for a Demo Week experience

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BOSTON, Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its Breakthrough to Scale program by five exceptional edtech companies. They now will be in the spotlight during EDTECH WEEK in New York City – the largest gathering of edtech investors and innovators on the East Coast, from October 8th to 10th.

After completing an intensive 12-week accelerator program focused on iterative, milestone-driven growth strategy, these visionary founders are now ready to showcase their exceptional solutions on a grand stage. The five companies will be appearing in the Navigating Career Pathways, Designing the Future of Work, and Innovation in K-12 Shark Tanks:

Highfive (Indianapolis, Indiana) reimagines school discipline systems to foster safe and connected communities. The company equips schools with data-driven tools that empower educators to cultivate safe, connected, and supportive learning environments.

Prentus (Miami, Florida) is a career success platform that enables transition from learning to earning leveraging the power of AI and community. Built to serve outcome-oriented schools and jobseekers, Prentus provides tools to save coaches time and reduce time to employment.

Reflection Sciences (Minneapolis, Minnesota) supports cognitive skills in early childhood, ensuring all kids are ready to succeed in school and in life. The product combines an objective measure of childhood cognitive function with classroom curriculum and supplemental interventions for ages 3 to 9 that improve brain development and later academic outcomes.

Hardskills (Singapore) is an immersive, cinematic, AI-powered platform for businesses to train essential professional skills like thinking critically, empathy, influencing, resilience, collaboration, and a growth mindset. Using unique training insights, Hardskills drives workforce engagement and alignment across multinational corporations resulting in higher productivity and reduced costs.

Thriving Students Collective (Oakland, California) empowers educators and mental health professionals with professional development solutions to effectively support neurodiverse students. With its robust library of video classes, practical tools, and a professional community, the company helps educators tackle complex learning challenges and reduce burnout and turnover.

This group exemplifies new methods and measurements approaches in education and workforce upskilling. “The education industry is seeking new ways to gauge success, and we are excited to see these teams working on meaningful impact metrics. Unsurprisingly, ‘impact measurement’ is a key theme at NY EdTech Week. It’s important to discuss new assessments and nuanced human capabilities that will become increasingly important in the age of AI,” said Jean Hammond, LearnLaunch Partner. Hammond will contribute to the “Measuring What Matters: How to Evaluate EdTech Product Impact” panel discussion.

The LearnLaunch team is featured on many expert panels during the two-day event. Venture Partner Jamie Farrell will offer insights from edtech founders on surviving tumultuous times and Auditi Chakravarty will delve into the commercialization of edtech R&D. Also, LearnLaunch Partner, Tetyana Atashkina, will participate at “Decoding the VC-Founder Match: What Investors Really Look For.”

LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator is dedicated to supporting impact-driven entrepreneurs in achieving product-market fit and developing scalable go-to-market strategies. Focusing on companies with revenue potential and scalable impact, their unique approach nurtures long-term funding, partnerships, and growth.

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Tetyana Astashkina
Email: Tetyana@learnlaunch.com

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