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TICK TOCK, IT’S GIFT O’CLOCK

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A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/isxODjRl8hw The holiday retail season is sneaking up on consumers who are eager to find the latest and greatest gifts for family and friends. According to the latest industry data, sales are expected to increase between 3.5% and 4.6% when compared to last year. That means most shoppers plan on spending just over $800 on holiday gifts this year. That rings in to more than $180 billion in total. Popular gifting categories remain consistent with last year’s trends, with tech gadgets reining supreme, followed by footwear, bath and body goods, scents, and travel. However, a growing number of Americans plan on gifting quality time to loved ones, in the form of concerts, movies, and restaurant experiences. Brahney has compiled a list of her favorite holiday hosting and gift ideas. GIFTING POPULAR & TRENDING: Brahney says, “Tractor Supply, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the nation, is committed to helping shoppers sleigh the holidays by providing a one-stop shop for everyone on your list.” She continues, by pointing out one of the best gifts out there, which is a TikTok sensation, “ The Tractor Supply 12V Zero-Turn Lawn Mower Ride-On Toy is so popular and the kiddos are loving it!” It’s a toy lawn mower with an enclosed translucent deck that provides a lifelike illusion of mowing. The dual motor handle drive system is easy for little hands to operate and even allows for 360-degree spins. The rubber traction strip tires keep the ride smooth and steady, while the included seatbelt and cup holder add safety and convenience. It comes with a 12V rechargeable battery and wall charger. The lifestyle expert also points to another gift for people of all ages, saying “We can’t forget about the YETI Ramble 30 oz Tumbler. It’s perfect for the moms and dads who are outside playing with their kids.” The tumbler is double-wall insulated with an 18/8 stainless steel body, which means a drink keeps its temperature no matter how much of a beating this cup takes. The YETI Ramblers are BPA-free, dishwasher safe, and have a No Sweat Design to make sure your hands stay dry. Tractor Supply now has a robust line of Yeti products, like coolers, chairs, mugs and more Tractor Supply recently released its helpful holiday gift guide chock full of gift ideas that fit every budget and occasion - and all with the goal of sparking joy and connection this holiday season. Visit tractorsupply.com/gifts to find the perfect items for everyone on your list. Direct link: Holiday Gift Guide: Country Christmas Gifts | Tractor Supply Co. Social media handles: Facebook: Facebook Instagram: Instagram Pinterest: Pinterest X (Twitter): Twitter TikTok: TikTok YouTube: YouTube GIFTING AN EXPERIENCE: One of this year’s biggest gifting trends is the gift of an “experience.” Brahney points out how this category has really grown in popularity over the past couple of years, adding, “Taking care of yourself and others is a priority and a Massage Envy gift card is the one gift that's guaranteed to fit “every body” you’re shopping for.” It’s consumer-friendly and does not require a lot of time. She says “You don’t need to know their size, favorite color, or even whether they’d prefer a massage or facial. A gift card lets THEM choose how they’d like to spend their me time!” Massage Envy franchised locations have a special offer for members and guests this holiday season. Shoppers get a free $20 promo card when they purchase $100 in gift cards between now and December 31, 2023! This offer is available in-location only; not available online. Consumers should visit a local Massage Envy franchised location or check out MassageEnvy.com to learn more Each location is an independently owned and operated franchise. Direct links: https://www.massageenvy.com/ Social media handles: Facebook: @ MassageEnvy Instagram: @ MassageEnvy X (Twitter): @ MassageEnvy GIFTING WARM & COZY: As outdoor temperatures start to dip, Marisa says it’s fun to single out gifts for those looking for a warm and cozy night in with the family? “Bedsure is one of my favorites, says Brahney, adding, “It’s a budget-friendly and stylish brand. Their blankets, bedding and wearable items come in so many different colors, patterns, and sizes.” Bedsure's Flannel Fleece Blanket, Reversible Bed-in-a-Bag, Duvet Cover Set and Wearable Blanket Hoodie are up perfect holiday gift ideas. Search Bedsure on Amazon for all of the brands great early Black Friday deals. Bedsure's cozy products are the perfect gift for those looking to add an extra layer of coziness this winter. Direct link: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/877FBF1B-DFDF-4F65-9007-9CEC39B41E0D?ingress=0&visitId=c3e6dad3-e60e-45c1-8be5-d3ad37fa3a98&store_ref=org_bbb_bsp_bi-shop-by-category Social media handle: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bedsurehome Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bedsurehome Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/bedsurehome/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/bedsurehome YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bedsurehome GIFTING FAMILY FUN: The lifestyle expert recommends unique gift ideas, especially something the entire family can enjoy together. So many of us drive around our neighborhood or visit cities to see all the holiday lights,” says Brahney, adding, “I love the idea of brightening up our festivities without the yearly tangle and hassle.” Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights are the industry's first self-installation permanent outdoor light, offering a premium experience with unparalleled price advantage and weather-proofing. With one-time installation, users can enjoy the ultimate lighting experience for years. Users can choose from over 16 million colors to adorn their home’s facade with white and blue for Hanukkah, red and green for Christmas, or a warm white for year-round – giving users the ability to achieve the perfect ambience throughout the year. Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights have an effortless installation process thanks to its user-friendly design and hassle-free setup. Brahney highlights how these lights are built to brave rain, snow, and extreme temperatures, ensuring they shine brightly every season. Direct link: Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Social media handles: Facebook: @Govee Instagram: @goveeofficial X (Twitter): @GoveeOfficial Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

December 06, 2023 10:29 AM Eastern Standard Time

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White Party Palm Springs Hits the Desert for its 34th Year with Electrifying New Developments

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PALM SPRINGS, CA | December 6, 2023 White Party Global (WPG) is proud to announce the return of White Party Palm Springs 2024 for its 34 th year of celebrating the LGBTQ+ community through infectious music and dancing. Occurring March 29 -31 in Palm Springs, CA this iconic weekend attracts thousands of attendees from around the world. This year, the festival is offering earlier dates, exciting new venues, a fresh new Host Hotel, new pricing, and an expansive variety of musical styles sure to satisfy everyone’s musical taste. Get ready to hit the dance floor because this year it’s all about the music! “I spent a lot of time thinking about how to take White Party to the next level for 2024,” says White Party Global Executive Producer, Chris Diamond. “Over the years White Party has continued to evolve, while at the same time maintaining classic elements that have created its legendary status. Beyond a completely reimagined itinerary for the weekend, we curated an eclectic mix of DJs with something to suit everyone’s musical taste. In a year where everything is getting more expensive, we lowered our prices so everyone, especially our younger guests, can come and experience the community spirit, the joy and the music that is White Party! I look forward to seeing you on the dance floor in 2024!” The reimagined Palm Springs event has partnered with The Saguaro Palm Springs hotel for ticket holders where they will also throw their all-new pool party series throughout the weekend. White Party ticket purchasers will have access to hotel rooms featuring spectacular views and upgraded amenities, always making sure they’re only steps away from the weekend’s activities. Start the weekend off with a splash with the AQUA BOY pool party, an all-new event, poolside at the colorful Saguaro Palm Springs. Dance to the unique beats of DJs Jae Fusz and Sharon O’Love. This exciting new pool party series continues Saturday with SOAKIN’ WET! and Sunday with MERMEN! Break out the squirt guns and grab your tails because DJ Corey Craig and Grammy winning Producer/Remixer/DJ Dave Audé and Isis Muretech will heat you up and get you ready to take the plunge into a refreshing musical pool! Pivoting to the first nighttime event of the weekend, White Party Global is excited to announce its partnership with the groundbreaking brand Tom of Finland as together they kick off, ACHROMATICA, a black and white themed night you won’t forget. This sexy night of leather features DJs Mohammad and Nina Flowers and launches you on a fast-paced ride to start the weekend right. A brand-new venue sets the mood as the Margaritaville Resort ballroom is transformed to suit your pleasures. The main event of the weekend returns to the Palm Springs Convention Center like you’ve never seen it before. Prepare for an intimate vibe and sultry dance floor that will transport you to a mystical time and place called SAHARA DESERT NIGHTS. You will enter an enchanted land of riches and exotic décor as you are surrounded by state-of-the-art sound, blazing lasers, and lighting. Dress in traditional white or go all out with Exotic Desert White. Feel the magic all night with DJs TDon, Tomer Maizner and Karsten Sollors. In an homage to the Pharoahs of ancient Egypt, the PHAROAH T-DANCE floor becomes an otherworldly temple as you dance under the protective eye of the Pyramid to state-of-the-art sound, lighting, and videos. The gods are with you as DJs Dan Slater and GSP transport you to another time. Fireworks will dazzle as the night sky darkens and the true magic begins with a backdrop of the Palms Springs mountain range. The weekend culminates in a high-energy closing party with the FORBIDDEN world of DJ Abel at the Margaritaville Resort ballroom. Abel is prepared to take you on a journey all night long and into the wee hours of the morning. Just you, your friends, and the music you love. Additional special guests will be unveiled within the coming months. For all the latest information on the host hotel, weekend pass pricing, and event details, be sure to visit www.whitepartyglobal.com and follow us on social via Instagram and Facebook. White Party Palm Springs 2024 is powered by Ketel One, Wet Platinum, GAY PV, Commando, KGAY, Daiquiri Dick’s…on the beach, HomoCulture, and Crumble Catering. White Party Palm Springs 2024 is the premier destination for the ultimate LGBTQ+ Music Festival entering it’s unprecedented 34th year in the beautiful resort town of Palm Springs, California. 3 days and nights of 7 amazing parties are included in our VIP Weekend Pass featuring our White Party Global DJs, world class recording artists, and amazing specialty acts that will keep all our guests entertained all weekend long. Contact Details Full Scope PR Jack Ketsoyan whitepartypress@fullscopepr.com

December 06, 2023 08:40 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Holiday Gadget Guide

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Contact Details Karl Wayne +1 334-440-6397 karl@newsmg.com Company Website https://newsmg.com/

December 06, 2023 06:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Why This New Token Could be 2023's Biggest Altcoin Yet

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Why This New Token Could be 2023's Biggest Altcoin Yet Things didn’t go well for the cryptocurrency market over the last few years, with major setbacks like the FTX scandal and a long crypto winter that followed. Fortunately, there are clear signs that this situation is changing for the better as we approach the end of 2023. Subsequently, investors are gearing up and repositioning themselves to purchase cheap tokens to make huge profits when these tokens blossom in 2024 and beyond. There are more than 15,000 tokens currently in the crypto market. However, not all of them can be considered as the best crypto coins to invest in. Most crypto investors are only concerned with one big question: what projects will offer the highest returns? The answer to this question depends on the risk appetite of investors. But there’s one new coin guaranteed to completely transform how many people interact with the crypto market. So let’s take a look at its fundamentals. >>BUY $GFOX TOKENS NOW<< Galaxy Fox ($GFOX) Galaxy Fox ($GFOX) is a P2E gaming platform that allows players to enjoy fun and exciting games, while earning in-game assets they can exchange for $GFOX. The exciting new gaming platform has many unique and innovative features that will draw in gamers and investors from all demographics. In addition to gaming, the project provides users with lucrative opportunities to earn passive income and rewards by staking their tokens, minting and selling NFTs, and more. Galaxy Fox aims to become one of the best crypto coins to invest in by redefining the space through the combination of P2E mechanics and meme culture while enabling users to earn real-world assets. With its versatility and multiple use cases, it’s not surprising that many crypto analysts choose Galaxy Fox as the best cheap crypto to buy in the present market, and expect it to deliver major returns after the presale ends and it goes live on exchanges. The platform has officially launched its first presale stage and is generating a lot of buzz among investors, demonstrating increasing user adoption. The token is currently being sold at $0.0008778 and has already garnered over $400,000 in its first presale stage, which means that a lot of investors are rushing to buy the token to position themselves for a lot of profits. It’s a great opportunity to tap into the vast network of the P2E gaming sector using Galaxy Fox. If you’re looking for the best crypto coins to invest in, this is a serious game-changer in the meme and gaming worlds. So don’t wait to get in early on this project. Check out their presale today! >>BUY $GFOX TOKENS NOW<< Learn more about Galaxy Fox ($GFOX) here: Visit Galaxy Fox Presale | Join The Telegram Group | Follow Galaxy Fox on Twitter Contact Details Team media@galaxyfox.io

December 05, 2023 01:00 PM Eastern Standard Time

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QYOU USA's Influencer Marketing Unit Adds To 2023 Award Accolades

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Contact Details Doug Barker +1 437-992-4814 shareholder@qyoutv.com Company Website https://www.valuethemarkets.com

December 05, 2023 01:00 PM Eastern Standard Time

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GirlfriendGPT: The Best AI for NSFW Chats with Characters

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GirlfriendGPT is blazing a trail in the often unexplored territory of NSFW AI chat experiences. This unique platform, conceptualized by Enias Cailliau, offers a bold and uninhibited space for those seeking to delve into the more risqué aspects of AI conversation. For users intrigued by the prospect of less restrained interactions, GirlfriendGPT presents a safe and advanced environment to explore these dimensions. Unleashing the Potential of AI in Adult Conversations GirlfriendGPT marks a groundbreaking step in the world of adult-themed AI chat interfaces. This platform isn't just about engaging in dialogues; it's an adventure into the depths of topics and scenarios, presented with a level of openness and liberty scarcely seen in the AI chat domain. It's where conversations transcend traditional limits, allowing users to experience the full potential of AI in a mature and unrestricted setting. Exclusive Features of GirlfriendGPT: Unleashing the Potential of NSFW AI Characters GirlfriendGPT distinguishes itself in the NSFW AI chat domain with several key offerings: Open and No Filter AI Conversations: Engage in dialogues that break free from the typical constraints, offering a candid and open-ended chat experience. Customizable NSFW AI Characters: Tailor your AI companions to align with your preferences in NSFW scenarios, enhancing the depth of interaction. Uncensored and Adaptive NSFW AI: Experience AI responses that are intuitive and in tune with the nuances of adult-themed conversations. Community-Centric LLM Improvements: GirlfriendGPT evolves through user feedback on their LLM (Large Language Model), constantly enhancing the NSFW chat experience based on community input. Embarking on Your NSFW AI Roleplay Adventure Your journey into the world of NSFW AI chat is just a few steps away: Visit GirlfriendGPT's advanced NSFW AI roleplay platform. Choose the "Sign In" option and log in using your credentials. Browse the homepage to select an AI character that matches your NSFW chat interests. Begin your conversation and dive into an unrestricted and engaging chat experience. How GirlfriendGPT started an NSFW AI chat revolution GirlfriendGPT is at the forefront of the NSFW AI chat revolution, offering a platform where users can explore adult-themed conversations with AI companions in a sophisticated and unrestricted environment. As the realm of AI continues to expand, GirlfriendGPT stands as a pioneer in providing a unique, bold, and open platform for NSFW AI interactions. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Where can I find a platform with engaging in NSFW AI chatbots? A: Explore the unrestricted world of NSFW AI chat on GirlfriendGPT, a platform that excels in offering candid and open AI interactions. How does GirlfriendGPT enhance the NSFW chat experience? A: GirlfriendGPT leverages advanced AI to provide responsive and dynamic NSFW character interactions, making the experience more engaging and realistic. What makes GirlfriendGPT a unique destination for NSFW AI characters? A: The distinctiveness of GirlfriendGPT lies in its focus on open and unfiltered AI conversations, providing a safe and advanced space for exploring adult-themed topics. Where can I find other platforms for NSFW AI chat? A: While GirlfriendGPT offers a premier experience, you can also explore similar interactions on platforms like Chaiapp.pro and AI-Girlfriend.co, each offering unique features in the realm of NSFW AI chat. Are there any alternatives specifically for furry-themed NSFW AI chats? A: For those interested in furry-themed NSFW AI chats, Sexyfurries.com is a dedicated platform where you can delve into this niche category with advanced AI interactions. Source: GPTGirlfriend.online GPTGirlfriend.online is the most advanced AI companion startup with a community of more than 200,000 Monthly Active Users. Counting 22,500+ characters and 10,000+ creators, it has transformed how people interact with and experience AI. Please refer to our detailed Terms of Service and Community Guidelines for comprehensive information on usage, safety, and ethical considerations at GPTGirlfriend.online Contact Details GPTGirlfriend Enias Cailliau hello@enias.io Company Website https://www.gptgirlfriend.online

December 05, 2023 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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Investors Dogpile Into Dogecoin and Galaxy Fox for End-of-Year Crypto Surge

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Investors Dogpile Into Dogecoin and Galaxy Fox for End-of-Year Crypto Surge As 2023 comes to an end, investors are piling into $DOGE and $GFOX for a massive end-of-year crypto surge. So, why these two? The upcoming DOGE-1 moon mission, a SpaceX project fully funded by $DOGE, drives the excitement surrounding Dogecoin. Meanwhile, Galaxy Fox ($GFOX), a more recent arrival on the market, gained major interest after raising over $400k in a few short weeks. These remarkable achievements have not gone unnoticed, and investors have started to look at these two as the best meme coins to buy now. What Makes $GFOX the Best ICO Crypto of 2023? Galaxy Fox is quickly becoming very popular on the market with its rewarding and exciting platform that blends gaming, DeFi, staking, and NFTs. This new ERC20 coin powers a Web3 running game where users can compete with each other and gain tangible rewards. Each gaming season, which will be held weekly and monthly, the top 20% of players will receive a share of the prize pool. This pool, raised with the in-game purchases, also funds the treasury and supports long-term project growth. An essential component of the Galaxy Fox ecosystem is staking. This program is powered by 2% of all transaction fees, which are collected in the Galaxy Fox Stargate reward pool. This setup, which rewards investors who lock up their $GFOX tokens, supports long-term holding and gives $GFOX a great competitive edge among the best meme coins to buy now. A clever tax structure supports the further sustainability of the token. Besides the mentioned 2% staking pool fee, another 4% is deducted from each $GFOX sale/purchase, supporting liquidity pool and treasury. This approach guarantees a steady stream of capital for future expansion and discourages investors from selling. One of the most notable aspects of Galaxy Fox is its presale, whose phased approach indicates a guaranteed 450% growth by the end. The presale will include ten separate stages, each will start at a higher price and, in the end, will reward the earliest backers with the highest rewards. Apart from this, the whole ICO phase will be packed with bonuses and giveaways, so the chances to profit with $GFOX are truly massive. The project has just entered the second presale phase, but many expect quick sellouts, considering the intensive buying pressure and adoption rate. So, ensure you join in early and benefit from all these opportunities. Is $DOGE Rebounding? In May 2021, SpaceX founder Elon Musk, in collaboration with Geometric Energy Corporation, first announced the DOGE-1 mission, which aims to broadcast advertisements from space. The plan was to integrate it into an Intuitive Machines ridesharing mission. According to the latest news, NTIA has finally approved the project’s X-Band frequency. This development, considering the DOGE-1 Satellite being fully funded by $DOGE, has already positively impacted the cryptocurrency's performance. It's important to keep an open mind on Dogecoin, though. While such events can cause some short price boosts, $DOGE’s long-term growth is always a topic of debate. This is because $DOGE is inflationary and lacks in-house developments, which have always been, and most likely will be, the main reasons for its volatility and sharp declines. Summary Finding the best meme coins to buy now is a tricky task. Yet, looking at the market direction and trends can help a lot. $DOGE seems to rebound finally, but the hype might be short-lived. Meanwhile, Galaxy Fox is becoming a fascinating new player, with an ecosystem built for long-term success and consistent financial returns. So don’t miss out on this exciting newcomer with insane profit potential. Check out their presale today to cash in on the biggest rewards. Learn more about $GFOX here: Visit Galaxy Fox Presale | Join the Community Contact Details Team media@galaxyfox.io

December 04, 2023 01:00 PM Eastern Standard Time

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SERIESFEST AND CANVA ANNOUNCE NEW PARTNERSHIP, BRINGING OPPORTUNITIES AND RESOURCES TO CREATORS ACROSS THE TELEVISION INDUSTRY

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SeriesFest, the non-profit organization that champions and empowers artists at the forefront of episodic storytelling, announces a new partnership with Canva focused on helping aspiring and emerging creators prepare for a career in television by providing insights and resources necessary to make headway in the industry. Through a series of virtual and in-person workshops, creators will receive the advice of vanguards in entertainment alongside live creative tutorials, helping to take their careers in television to the next level. The first ever line-up includes three workshops from celebrated industry vets including Grammy and Tony-winning Actor/Writer/Producer Daveed Diggs (Blindspotting, The Little Mermaid, Hamilton), Showrunner/Writer/Producer/Actor Rafael Casal (Loki, Co-Creator: Blindspotting), Sue Ann Pien (As We See It), Littleton Road Productions’ Patrick MacManus (Dr. Death, The Girl from Plainville), and Kelly Funke (President, Littleton Road Productions). Applications for the SeriesFest Vanguard program presented by Canva are now open and available via https://seriesfest.com/vanguards. "The Vanguard program is designed to highlight groundbreaking visionaries in the television industry bringing their invaluable insights directly to emerging creatives,” said Randi Kleiner, SeriesFest CEO and co-founder. “We are so proud to partner with Canva on the inaugural program, along with bringing several other new and exciting opportunities to the SeriesFest community." In addition to the Vanguard Workshop, Canva is partnering with SeriesFest to launch the Outstanding Series Format Deck Award, in a new competition rewarding a $5,000 cash prize to the best deck submission created in Canva. Required for all SeriesFest competition categories, the Series Format Deck is an integral part to the pitch process and sale of a series. An effective Series Format Deck introduces a project in a visually exciting and emotionally powerful way. It captures the reader’s imagination, allowing them to see the full scope of the series and embrace the characters. In celebration of the unsung craft of creating a series format deck or series bible, SeriesFest’s partnership with Canva acknowledges the creativity and skill necessary to build the perfect series format deck. Free three month trials of Canva Pro will be given to those creators who apply to select SeriesFest programs, including students, executives, and industry professionals, in an effort to help them on their creative journeys and visually bring their projects to life. Canva will be bringing its platform to SeriesFest Season 10 with a unique onsite activation, live event(s) and special award presentation. Helping to prepare the next generation of storytellers, SeriesFest’s Collegiate Fellows program presented by Canva invites undergraduate students from across the country to apply to attend SeriesFest: Season 10 as a Collegiate Fellow and get a behind-the-scenes view of the TV and episodic industry via curated workshops and discussions, and access to premieres and panels. Submissions are currently open for SeriesFest: Season 10, the award-winning international festival running May 1-5, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. Creators can submit for the upcoming festival through January 11, 2024. To register for the Vanguard Workshop, click here: https://seriesfest.com/vanguards. For more information on Canva’s entertainment offerings, click here: https://www.canva.com/entertainment/. ABOUT SERIESFEST SeriesFest, a non-profit organization, champions and empowers artists at the forefront of episodicstorytelling by providing year-round opportunities for creators and industry professionals to connect,collaborate, and share stories, which inspire and impact global audiences. Each June, SeriesFestculminates in a highly-curated and celebrated Denver-based festival and marketplace. Dedicated toshowcasing innovative episodic content, the annual festival includes in-competition independent pilotscreenings, panels, workshops, live reads, parties and network television premieres. Follow @SeriesFest on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.Publicity Contact:For General Inquiries: info@seriesfest.com ABOUT CANVA Launched in 2013, Canva is a free online visual communications and collaboration platform with a mission to empower everyone in the world to design. Featuring a simple drag-and-drop user interface and a vast range of templates ranging from presentations, documents, websites, social media graphics, posters, apparel to videos, plus a huge library of fonts, stock photography, illustrations, video footage, and audio clips, anyone can take an idea and create something beautiful. Contact Details Jive PR + Digital Jenny Bloom jenny@jiveprdigital.com Company Website https://seriesfest.com/vanguards

December 04, 2023 10:54 AM Mountain Standard Time

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Top Toys (and Trends) for the Holiday Season

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The holidays are here, and as always, the most on-trend and innovative products will continue to be atop of wish lists. But this year, parents are looking to shop smart and are seeking out feature-rich toys that offer bang for their buck. Recently, Toy Trends Specialist with The Toy Association, Jennifer Lynch, participated in a nationwide virtual media tour to discuss the top toys and trends for the holiday season. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/EBX9bVGD9jQ According to new research from the Toy Association, 64% of parents are looking to make connections with their kids this holiday season by buying todays they can play with together and create memories. Here are some of the top toys this holiday season: Rubble & Crew Bark Yard Crane Tower Playset Based on the construction yard and home base for the pups in Rubble & Crew, the new PAW Patrol spin-off series, this playset stands over 2 feet tall, providing hours of preschool-friendly building play. The playset comes with 12 ounces of all-new Kinetic Build-It Sand, four molds, interchangeable tools and a Rubble vehicle and pup, encouraging open-ended sensory play for preschoolers. Lights, sounds, music, and phrases from the series help bring the setting to life for fans. Hot Wheels® Ultimate T-Rex Transporter The Hot Wheels™ City Ultimate Hauler can gobble up and haul more than 20 1:64 scale cars and then transform into a growling, stomping T-Rex with a race track on its back. In hauler mode, pull it by the handle and it will eat the 1:64 scale cars in its path. Lower the tail and it transforms into a Robo T-Rex with lights and sounds and a two-lane race track. Kids can also launch cars from its mouth! Two 1:64 scale Hot Wheels® cars are included. Bearlieve Bear Bearlieve Bear is Build-A-Bear Workshop's first-ever interactive furry friend that responds to touch and the sound of your voice. From opening its eyes to wiggling its ears to verbalizing sweet phrases, Bearlieve Bear is poised to capture the hearts of children and adults alike as the must-have gift of the season. Guests can partake in Build-A-Bear’s special stuffing experience to create this new furry friend and participate in a specially designed heart ceremony to bring their new friend to life. Bearlieve Bear comes to life in Build-A-Bear Workshops in its own unique way as guests proclaim, “I BEARlieve!” while pressing the red heart on its paw during the iconic heart ceremony. Bearlieve Bear is introduced in Build-A-Bear’s family-friendly holiday film, Glisten and the Merry Mission. Storytime With Sunny Sunny’s expressive personality engages kiddos as she tells stories with surprising plot twists to keep them hanging on her every word. Sunny invites participation in 300+ activities with four disks and more than five hours of fairy tales, classic songs, guessing games, a poem creator, silly jokes, tongue twisters, daily routines and much more. Her animated face and movements add emotion and expression to jokes, stories and songs, inviting kids to respond as she asks them what they think. Sunny teaches healthy habits, encouraging good manners, brushing teeth and mindfulness exercises. Cleanup time is easy with a dedicated disk rack to store the four disks. When the day is done, take a quiet moment with Sunny as she leads kids in a bedtime routine. Set her gentle alarm, then fall asleep to her softly glowing night-light. Spy Guy Game Take on the role of Spy Guy, whose task is to find and catch a criminal who is prowling the city! Players will work together to search the long jigsaw puzzle board for clues aiming to catch the culprit as quickly as possible! Can you catch the criminal before he escapes from the city? Available at Target, Amazon, Trefl.com. For more information on these toys and much more, visit thegeniusofplay.org About Jennifer Lynch As an official spokesperson and toy trends specialist for The Toy Association, Jennifer Lynch chats with toymakers throughout the year to track trends and developments impacting the toy aisles and kids’ entertainment. She has been interviewed by publications including New York Magazine, Inc. Magazine, The Spruce and Insider, and made appearances on the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, Fox & Friends, ABC News, KTLA-TV, Good Day Philadelphia, WGN Chicago, Bloomberg Radio, and CNET, among others. Jennifer has more than a decade of experience covering the toy and kids’ entertainment industries. Prior, she served as the editorial manager for aNb Media and its b2c review site TTPM.com, where she oversaw all digital and print communications, reviewed product, and co-hosted a web series conducting in-depth interviews with toy industry executives. She began her career in her home state of Pennsylvania, handling marketing communications for Penn State’s art galleries (her alma mater). She resides in New Jersey with her husband and baby girl. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

December 04, 2023 07:00 AM Eastern Standard Time

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