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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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Qmulos Now Available on Cisco Global Price List (GPL), Accelerating Continuous Compliance Solutions for Joint Customers

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CHANTILLY, Va., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Qmulos, a leader in Continuous Compliance, today announced that its flagship products, Q-Compliance (Q-C) and Q-Behavior Analytics and Audit (Q-BA2), are now available on the Cisco® Global Price List (GPL) via the SolutionsPlus Partner Program. This strategic integration allows Cisco partners and customers to seamlessly purchase Q-C and Q-BA2 directly through Cisco’s sales organization, simplifying procurement and accelerating the deployment of automated compliance solutions.

Qmulos now available on Cisco® Global Price List (GPL)!

By joining the Cisco GPL, Qmulos deepens its pre-existing partnership with Splunk, now a Cisco company, empowering organizations to address complex automated compliance challenges with integrated, validated technologies. The collaboration enables a unified buying experience for customers looking to combine Cisco’s industry-leading infrastructure with Qmulos’ specialized capabilities.

“Becoming a SolutionsPlus partner and getting on the Cisco GPL is a major milestone in our commitment to fostering a stronger, more secure digital ecosystem alongside Cisco,” said Matt Coose, CEO and Founder at Qmulos. “This enables us to meet the growing demand for our solutions while providing Cisco customers with a streamlined path to simplify technical evidence collection, streamline workflows, and strengthen cyber posture.”

Key Benefits of Q-Compliance (Q-C) and Q-Behavior Analytics and Audit (Q-BA2) on Cisco GPL:

Simplified Procurement: Customers can now acquire Qmulos through their existing Cisco sales representative, reducing vendor onboarding time.

Validated Integration: Q-C and Q-BA2 work seamlessly within Cisco’s (Splunk’s) architecture, ensuring reliability and performance.

Enhanced Security & Visibility: Continuously monitor control status and effectiveness across numerous compliance frameworks and environments in near-real time.

For more information on the combined solution, visit www.qmulos.com or contact your Cisco account manager. 

About Qmulos
Qmulos is a premier Splunk-based cybersecurity and compliance company founded in 2012 that automates risk management, security compliance, and auditing. They provide real-time compliance solutions for complex environments, helping government and commercial clients adhere to standards like NIST, CMMC, and FedRAMP through actionable, evidence-based insights.

Media Contact:
Danielle Schiffman
danielle.schiffman@qmulos.com
1-844-476-8567

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New Study Reveals Retail Security Measures Are Driving Customers Away

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DALBAR and Competitor IQ survey of 500 North American shoppers uncovers a costly tension between loss prevention and the customer experience

MARLBOROUGH, Mass., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DALBAR, Inc. and its division Competitor IQ today released the 2026 Retail Security and Loss Prevention Study, a survey of 500 U.S. and Canadian consumers on how loss prevention strategies affect the retail shopping experience. The findings reveal a significant tension between security and convenience — one that is already costing retailers sales.

38%
of shoppers have abandoned a purchase due to in-store security measures

Key Findings

Security Measures Are Pushing Shoppers Out the Door
A significant share of respondents report abandoning purchases due to security-related friction. Locked merchandise cabinets and access restrictions are the leading causes — and the full study breaks down exactly which measures are driving customers away.

Locked Merchandise Is the Biggest Pain Point
Many customers say locked displays negatively impact their shopping experience. Many feel mistrusted and will leave rather than wait — and the data shows a clear link to lost revenue that retailers cannot afford to ignore.

Safety Matters, But Rarely Drives Store Choice
Most shoppers already feel a baseline level of security when they enter a store. The study reveals which measures build customer confidence — and which ones backfire by sending shoppers online instead.

Customers Want Technology, Not Barriers
A strong majority believe AI and surveillance technology can better balance loss prevention with convenience. The full study includes detailed breakdowns of customer preferences by age, income, and retail category.

“Retailers are caught in a difficult position: theft is rising, but the measures used to combat it are alienating the honest shoppers they need to retain. The path forward lies in smarter, less intrusive security — and the data shows exactly what that looks like.”
— DALBAR / Competitor IQ Research Team

When Customers See Theft Happen In-Store…
Most say they would shop there less often or stop visiting entirely.
Only a small share reports no change in behavior. The reputational cost of visible theft is significant — and quantified in the full report.

About the Study
The 2026 Retail Security and Loss Prevention Study was conducted by DALBAR, Inc. and Competitor IQ in April 2026, surveying 500 consumers across the United States and Canada. The full report includes detailed findings by demographic, retail category, and security measure type — with actionable recommendations for loss prevention teams.

Request the Full Report
www.dalbar.com | www.ciqdata.com | press@dalbar.com

About DALBAR, Inc.

About Competitor IQ

DALBAR, Inc. has set the standard for measuring and improving investment advice and financial services quality since 1976. DALBAR awards are recognized as a symbol of excellence in the financial community.

Competitor IQ is a division of DALBAR, Inc. specializing in competitive intelligence and customer experience research, helping organizations make data-driven improvements to service quality and retention.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Steve Worthy
compete@ciqdata.com
www.ciqdata.com

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MILLROCK TECHNOLOGY APPOINTS NEIL A. GOLDMAN AS CFO

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KINGSTON, N.Y., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Millrock Technology (“Millrock”), a provider of lyophilization and advanced freeze-drying solutions for the life sciences and biopharmaceutical industries, today announced the appointment of Neil A. Goldman, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer.

Mr. Goldman is a veteran executive who brings a distinguished track record as CFO of both private equity-backed and public companies across the MedTech, advanced manufacturing, and professional services industries. Throughout his career, he has consistently transformed mid-market and entrepreneur-led businesses into high-performing platforms through a combination of strategic M&A, operational discipline, rigorous execution, and strong financial leadership.

Most recently, Mr. Goldman served as CFO of Life Science Outsourcing, Inc., a national medical device contract manufacturer, where he implemented operational improvements and upgraded enterprise systems to scale the platform. Prior CFO roles include BioPorto A/S, a Copenhagen-listed in-vitro diagnostics company, Chembio Diagnostics, Inc. and Unwired Technology LLC, a high-tech manufacturer. Mr. Goldman began his career at Ernst & Young and holds a B.S. in Business from Miami University. At Millrock, Mr. Goldman will play a critical role in enhancing the company’s financial foundation, supporting strategic growth initiatives, and enabling continued expansion.

“We are thrilled to welcome Neil to the Millrock team,” said Tom Hochuli, Chief Executive Officer of Millrock Technology. “His depth of experience across both public and private environments, combined with a proven ability to scale businesses and drive value creation, makes him an ideal fit for this next phase of growth. Neil’s leadership will be instrumental as we continue to build a world-class organization.”

“I am excited to join Millrock Technology at such a pivotal time for the company and the lyophilization market,” said Mr. Goldman. “Millrock has a strong reputation for innovation, service, and quality, and I look forward to partnering with the entire team to accelerate our strategic roadmap.”

About Millrock Technology

Millrock Technology Inc. is an innovator of freeze-drying (lyophilization) instrumentation and process development solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotech, and diagnostics industries. Millrock specializes in laboratory, pilot, and production-scale lyophilizers with advanced process control technologies that optimize efficiency, compliance, and scalability. To learn more, please visit www.millrocktech.com.

About Artemis

Headquartered in Boston, MA, Artemis is a specialized private equity firm focused on partnering with differentiated Industrial Tech companies, whose people and products enable a healthier, safer, more connected, and productive world. For more information on Artemis, please visit www.artemislp.com.

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