Family Day

HII Begins Topside EMALS Testing on John F. Kennedy (CVN 79) at Newport News Shipbuilding

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division (NNS) recently began topside testing of the electromagnetic aircraft launch system (EMALS) on aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy (CVN 79).

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division (NNS) recently began topside testing of the electromagnetic aircraft launch system (EMALS) on aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy (CVN 79).
  • EMALS, first integrated into USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), replaces the existing steam catapults currently in use on the U.S. Navy’s Nimitz-class aircraft carriers.
  • Following successful “no-load” testing on catapults one and two, known as the ‘bow cats,’ the NNS team, alongside the John F. Kennedy crew, has now started “dead-load” testing.
  • In addition to Kennedy, two other Ford-class carriers are under construction at NNS: Enterprise (CVN 80) and Doris Miller (CVN 81).

FINAL DAYS TO SEE THE 2024 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW, FAMILY DAY, FEB. 19

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Friday, February 16, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Auto Show is proud to present Family Day, on its final day Monday, Feb. 19, in partnership with the Daily Herald and Meet Chicago Northwest.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Auto Show is proud to present Family Day, on its final day Monday, Feb. 19, in partnership with the Daily Herald and Meet Chicago Northwest.
  • "There are so many exciting venues and attractions in the Chicago Northwest region, and we're thrilled to have the Chicago Auto Show platform to promote them," says MCNW president Heather Larson, CMP.
  • "Families will find a great variety of family fun activities to take part in on Monday, Feb. 19 at McCormick Place."
  • The 2024 Chicago Auto Show is open Monday, February 19, for its final day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    For more information on the 2024 Chicago Auto Show, visit www.ChicagoAutoShow.com .

CSE Bulletin: CSE Family Day Schedule

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - le 13 février/February 2024) - CSE market and offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 for Family Day.

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  • Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - le 13 février/February 2024) - CSE market and offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 for Family Day.
  • Regular trading hours for CSE will resume on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.
  • Trade and settlement dates are as follows:
    Le marché et les bureaux du CSE seront fermés le lundi 19 février 2024 pour le jour de la Famille.
  • Les heures normales de négociation pour CSE reprendront le mardi 20 février 2024.

Sleepwear brand Petit Lem partners with West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation to donate pyjamas to families affected by cancer and blood disorders

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

MONTREAL, Jan. 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Montreal-based baby and sleepwear brand Petit Lem announced its third annual partnership with West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation (WCK) to donate pyjamas to children and their families in British Columbia who are affected by cancer or blood disorders on Family Day this February 19, 2024.

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  • MONTREAL, Jan. 30, 2024 /CNW/ - Montreal-based baby and sleepwear brand Petit Lem announced its third annual partnership with West Coast Kids Cancer Foundation (WCK) to donate pyjamas to children and their families in British Columbia who are affected by cancer or blood disorders on Family Day this February 19, 2024.
  • Petit Lem is donating 650 sets of pyjamas to children with cancer to bring comfort during their treatment journey.
  • Petit Lem is donating over 650 sets of pyjamas to children and families in B.C.
  • To let families know they're not alone, Petit Lem hopes to spread some love and coziness this Family Day.

With Family Day marking the first holiday of 2024 for most Canadians, CheapOair.ca shares some of the top local and international destinations booked

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the Family Day holiday coming up on Monday February 19th, leading online travel agency CheapOair.ca shares some of the local and international destinations that Canadians are booking.

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  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With the Family Day holiday coming up on Monday February 19th, leading online travel agency CheapOair.ca shares some of the local and international destinations that Canadians are booking.
  • Commonly referred to as Heritage Day, Family Day marks a day to celebrate our country’s shared history and cultural heritage with family and friends.
  • While not an official holiday for every province, regional Canadians are using this opportunity to book trips to several family-friendly and popular destinations.
  • The top Family Day long weekend destinations include:

Chicago Auto Show Announces 2024 Dates and Plans

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

CHICAGO, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show, announced the dates and plans for the 2024 public show, Feb. 10-19. Showgoers can once again expect an experiential show with both indoor and outdoor ride-and-drives and the return of Chicago Drives Electric, a one-stop-shop for electric vehicle test drives and education.

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  • CHICAGO, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show, announced the dates and plans for the 2024 public show, Feb. 10-19.
  • "The Chicago Auto Show is a cornerstone event for the city, and we are excited to open our doors again this winter welcoming attendees to experience the latest vehicles, technology and activations," said Chicago Auto Show Chairman JC Phelan.
  • "The momentum is strong for the 2024 show," said Chicago Auto Show Co-General Manager Jennifer Morand.
  • Tickets to the 2024 Chicago Auto Show are currently on sale at ChicagoAutoShow.com .

CAE once again recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

MONTREAL, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - (NYSE: CAE) (TSX: CAE) For the second consecutive year, CAE has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, a prestigious designation recognizing Canadian employers leading their industries by offering flexible and adaptable workplaces to their employees.

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  • MONTREAL, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - (NYSE: CAE) (TSX: CAE) For the second consecutive year, CAE has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, a prestigious designation recognizing Canadian employers leading their industries by offering flexible and adaptable workplaces to their employees.
  • CAE is proud to be recognized as a people-centric employer committed to creating new ways of working, anticipating employees' needs, and focusing on future skills development.
  • "At CAE, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
  • CAE was also recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for young people (2021, 2022) and Montreal Top Employer (2021, 2022).

Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse Celebrates Grand Opening Starting July 31st

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Friday, July 28, 2023

SAN ANTONIO, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of its second San Antonio, TX location on Monday, July 31st, in the Culebra Commons shopping center!

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  • SAN ANTONIO, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of its second San Antonio, TX location on Monday, July 31st, in the Culebra Commons shopping center!
  • A ribbon-cutting ceremony, presented by the Helotes Area Chamber of Commerce, will begin at 10:30am on Monday, and all are welcome to join.
  • PLUS, in celebration of Parry's newest location, the first 25 parties in line for the opening on the 31st will receive a guaranteed Grand Opening prize bag valued up to $50.
  • Parry's Pizzeria & Taphouse is located at 6626 W Loop 1604 N Bldg 4, San Antonio, TX 78254.

Boston Children's Museum Awarded $300,000 Grant from Yawkey Foundation for Access & Outreach Initiatives

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

BOSTON, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Boston Children's Museum has received a $300,000 grant from the Yawkey Foundation to provide programs and activities that strengthen and scale the Museum's commitment to community outreach and engagement.

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  • BOSTON, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Boston Children's Museum has received a $300,000 grant from the Yawkey Foundation to provide programs and activities that strengthen and scale the Museum's commitment to community outreach and engagement.
  • "The Yawkey Foundation has been a longstanding supporter of the Museum for over 30 years," said Carole Charnow, President & CEO.
  • "This major grant will have a dramatic impact on the Museum's ability to bring our programs to more children and families.
  • The Yawkey Foundation has supported Boston Children's Museum with more than $6.3 million over three decades, beginning in 1993.

Crystal Bridges Offers Cultural Programming for Families in Celebration of Diego Rivera’s America

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

BENTONVILLE, Ark., July 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guests have less than one month left to experience Diego Rivera’s America at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

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  • BENTONVILLE, Ark., July 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guests have less than one month left to experience Diego Rivera’s America at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
  • The first major exhibition focused solely on the Mexican artist in over 20 years will be on view through July 31, 2023.
  • Participants are encouraged to come dressed in colorful attire or flower prints in honor of Diego Rivera’s America.
  • Attendees will enjoy an evening tour of the museum and specialty cocktails inspired by Diego Rivera’s America.