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ART & SOUL: Hamptons, a Summer Festival for Arts & Culture Enthusiasts

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Dr Georgette GrierKey Chief Curator of Eastville Community Historical Society

ART & SOUL: Hamptons, a Summer Festival of Arts & Culture Returns for it’s 3rd Year, in Partnership with the SOUTHAMPTON AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM and the SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER

Southampton, New York Jun 11, 2024 (Issuewire.com) – Join us July 19 & 20, 2024 at ART & SOUL: Hamptons for a weekend filled with art and cultural experiences, celebrating influential and emerging BIPOC artists living in the Hamptons community and beyond. The series of experimental events will encourage people to visit Southampton to engage and connect with artists of color, as well as support art and cultural organizations who are passionate about diversity in the arts. Curated experiences include an art walk, culinary experience, film screening, live music and entertainment, a cocktail party, and more.

ART & SOUL: Hamptons will kick off on July 19th at the Southampton Arts Center — a hub that is helping to strengthen arts and culture for the entire community. Featured artists include Art Sims and Reynoir Lewis. A culinary tasting will be presented by the Black Culinary Expo featuring Chef Sandy Pierre, Chef Osei Blackett, and Chef Ronica Copes. New England Sweetwater will host a sipping experience and educate guests about their spirits and cocktails, handcrafted in New Hampshire at their family-owned distillery. To enhance the Hamptons experience, there will be champagne toasts, live music, beauty and lifestyle activations, and a wellness lounge. The evening will end with ‘Art After Dark’, after party hosted in the sculpture garden.

On July 20th, Jeremy Dennis will host a private guided museum tour of Ma’s House & BIPOC Art Studio where guests will learn about the history, culture, and contributions by the Native American Shinnecock Tribe. Following the art tour, visitors are encouraged to participate in the ‘Art Walk’ happening in Southampton – the art hub of the Hamptons, where they can view artwork by the artists in residency.

The first stop will be at the Southampton African American Museum (SAAM), founded by Brenda Simmons. “I’m proud to say this is SAAM’s 3rd year partnering with ART & SOUL: Hamptons. They have been profoundly instrumental in inviting, enlightening, and engaging visitors from near and far to the Hamptons, who are discovering the rich history of art and culture contributed by the BIPOC community”, says Simmons. Artist Alvin Clayton’s latest art collection premieres at SAAM on July 20th.

The second stop will be at the Southampton Arts Center, featuring artwork by various artists participating in the ‘Beyond The Streets: Post Graffiti’ art exhibition. Southampton Art Center’s mission is building community through the Arts, and we are delighted to once again collaborate with ART & SOUL: Hamptons and our neighbors at SAAM and Ma’s House to welcome all to the center and engage with us!” says Strassfield.

The third and final stop of the art walk will be at Hidden Gem NY, a home decor and lifestyle boutique owned by sisters Tanya Willock and Temidra Willock-Morsch. After visiting the vibrant art organizations in Southampton, a private brunch will be co-hosted by Brown Skin Brunchin’.

The festival wraps up with an opening reception to celebrate artist Alvin Clayton‘s residency at the Southampton African American Museum, which is available for viewing through October 2024. Guests will enjoy an interactive digital experience, live music and entertainment, soul food and Caribbean bites, and Caribbean-inspired cocktails sponsored by New England Sweetwater. A screening of ‘CROWN’, a short film that celebrates Black hair, will be presented by co-writer/co-director Karisma Jay.

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SOUTHAMPTON AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM was founded and created by Brenda Simmons to promote an understanding and appreciation of African American culture by creating programs that will preserve the past, encourage learning, and enhance the life of the community.

SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER provides a dynamic venue to present the highest quality programming to the entire community through partnerships with a diverse slate of world-class artists, performers, educators, and cultural institutions.

MA’S HOUSE & BIPOC ART STUDIO is a project that serves as a communal art space based on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation in Southampton, NY. The family house, built in the 1960s, features a residency program for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), an art studio, and a library, along with hosting an array of art and history-based programs for tribe members and the broader local community.

BLACK CULINARY EXPO is a culinary experience highlighting Black-owned restaurants, caterers, and chefs. The platform hosts experiences that highlight Black Culinarians, while providing visibility to entrepreneurs within the industry, including wine and spirits.

WLNG 92.1 FM is an oldies/adult hits radio station licensed to Sag Harbor, New York, and serving the Hamptons and Eastern Long Island, but over the years it has reached out, and today can be heard in the Towns of Brookhaven, and the Coastline of Connecticut and Rhode Island. WLNG is owned and operated by Bark Out Loud Dogs Media, LLC, a company led by meteorologist Bill Evans and his wife Sandra Foschi.

ABOUT ART & SOUL: HAMPTONS:

ART & SOUL: Hamptons is a weekend festival designed to highlight, showcase, and celebrate art created by influential and emerging Black, Indigenous, and Artists of Color living in the Hamptons and beyond. It was created by Yaya Reyes, who curates a series of experimental events to encourage people to visit Southampton to engage and connect with artists of color, as well as support art and cultural organizations who are passionate about diversity in the arts. The weekend will consist of an art walk, culinary experiences, spirit and cocktail tastings, live music and entertainment, film screening, fireside chats, a celebration of Black hair, supporting local Black-owned businesses, and learning about the Native American Shinnecock tribe.

SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES:

Yaya Reyes, Chief Culture Creator

ART & SOUL: Hamptons

Instagram: @ArtandSoulHamptons

VIP guests at the after partyVIP guest admiring artwork during the outdoor art exhibitionVIP guests ESNAVI and husband Elijah BlandDJ Zeke and wife Tiffany posing at the private VIP brunch

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Mengruibao Builds a Full-Cycle Growth Companion System, Creating a Symbiotic Parenting Ecosystem

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Why has there been a surge in root-based upbringing in China Is it due to the influence of Canghai Chuandeng, which is spearheading the contemporary revival of Eastern education

Zhengzhou, China – As family education continues to evolve in China, a new parenting philosophy rooted in cultural heritage and supported by systematic growth companionship is gaining momentum. As an innovator in the family education ecosystem, Mengruibao Family Education Platform is advancing the concept of “Root-System Parenting,” introducing a comprehensive growth companion model that supports children and families throughout every stage of development while building a collaborative and thriving “parenting ecosystem.”

From Philosophy to System: A New Paradigm of “Root-System Parenting”

In an era defined by globalization and digital transformation, families increasingly face the challenge of helping the next generation embrace the world while maintaining a strong cultural identity and inner grounding. Mengruibao’s concept of “Root-System Parenting” responds to this challenge by drawing from the values of Chinese cultural heritage and family ethics, transforming them into modern, accessible educational practices.

Rather than focusing solely on individual educational services, Mengruibao emphasizes the creation of a holistic ecosystem. By integrating cultural values with practical family education solutions, the platform converts abstract ideas about upbringing into tangible experiences that support children’s emotional, intellectual, and cultural development.

Full-Cycle Growth Companionship for Children and Families

At the core of Mengruibao’s initiative is its Full-Cycle Growth Companion Program, designed to support both children and families through every stage of development. This approach recognizes that effective education extends beyond the child to include the entire family environment.

The program focuses on several key dimensions:

Lifecycle coverage: Supporting development from early childcare and foundational education to talent cultivation and personal growth.

Family participation: Empowering parents through family education programs, workshops, and guidance systems so they become active partners in their children’s development.

Holistic development: Encouraging growth in cultural identity, character formation, and personal capabilities.

Through this model, education becomes a continuous part of everyday family life, allowing values such as responsibility, cultural awareness, and personal resilience to develop naturally over time.

Building a “Parenting Galaxy”: A Collaborative Education Ecosystem

Mengruibao believes that sustainable innovation in family education requires more than a single institution—it requires an interconnected ecosystem. The platform is therefore building what it describes as a “Parenting Galaxy,” with families at the center and educators, institutions, and industry partners forming a collaborative network around them.

Within this ecosystem, Mengruibao not only provides growth programs for families but also supports educators and organizations through training, methodology systems, and resource-sharing frameworks. This creates a continuous cycle of method validation, standards development, and ecosystem co-creation, helping advance the overall quality of family education services.

By empowering educators and institutions, Mengruibao aims to ensure that high-quality family education resources can reach more communities and support a broader transformation of the industry.

From the Heartland of China to a Global Vision for Family Education

Originating from China’s Central Plains—one of the cradles of Chinese civilization—Mengruibao draws inspiration from traditional cultural wisdom while translating it into modern educational frameworks suited to today’s families.

Looking ahead, the platform plans to further expand its educational ecosystem by welcoming partners and collaborators from across regions and sectors. Through this collaborative approach, Mengruibao seeks to nurture a new generation of young people who possess both global perspectives and deep cultural roots.

In Mengruibao’s envisioned “parenting galaxy,” every family represents a star, and every educator becomes a bearer of light. As education reconnects with the deeper roots of cultural identity and human growth, a new vision of family education—sustainable, culturally grounded, and globally relevant—is gradually taking shape.

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Paradex signals upcoming $DIME token generation event

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Toronto, Canada Paradex has announced that the Token Generation Event for its native token, $DIME, is expected to take place soon. The launch represents the next phase in the exchange’s development.

Institutional Background and Market Growth

Paradex was developed by the team behind Paradigm, an institutional crypto derivatives liquidity network that has processed more than $1 trillion in trading volume. That background is reflected in Paradex’s focus on execution quality, capital efficiency, and market structure.

Since launching their on-chain perpetuals exchange, Paradex has recorded:

  • Over $250 billion in cumulative trading volume
  • Approximately $550 million in open interest
  • More than 75,000 users
  • Peak daily trading volume above $3 billion

The exchange operates with an offchain central limit order book (CLOB) for matching, and settles transactions through a high-throughput Layer 2 appchain secured by zk-STARK proofs on Ethereum.

Focus on Market Structure and Privacy

A key differentiator for Paradex is its approach to information exposure. On transparent blockchains, position sizes and liquidation levels can often be observed publicly. Paradex encrypts sensitive state data prior to settlement while using zero-knowledge proofs to maintain validity. Access to detailed account information is restricted to verified users.

In addition, the exchange incorporates:

  • Zero trading fees for retail participants
  • Retail Price Improvement flow segmentation
  • A no auto-deleveraging risk model
  • Onchain vault infrastructure for yield strategies

These features are designed to reduce execution friction and mitigate structural risks that have historically limited institutional participation in decentralized derivatives markets.

$DIME and Network Alignment

According to Messari’s research coverage, $DIME will launch on Paradex’s spot market and will serve as the native gas token of Paradex Chain.

Messari notes that the token is structured to reduce the traditional conflict of interest between equity holders and tokenholders by directing economic value accrual to the $DIME token itself. Rather than implementing automatic buyback formulas, Paradex intends to conduct buybacks on a discretionary basis, with decisions guided by market conditions and ecosystem considerations.

Token Allocation Overview

Messari outlines the following allocation structure for $DIME:

  • 25.1 percent Core Contributors
  • 25.0 percent Community Airdrop
  • 20.0 percent to Season 2 XP holders
  • 5.0 percent to Pre-Season and Season 1 XP holders
  • Fully unlocked at launch
  • 21.6 percent Ongoing Community Rewards
  • 13.4 percent Paradigm Shareholders
  • 10.4 percent preferred equity investors subject to a 12-month linear unlock beginning one month after listing
  • percent common equity holders
  • percent reserved for Paradigm’s balance sheet
  • 6.0 percent Foundation Budget
  • 5.0 percent Liquidity Programs
  • 3.9 percent Future Core Contributors and Advisors

80% of the tokens allocated to Core Contributors and Paradigm shareholders are subject to performance-based unlock conditions. The remaining 20 percent follows a time-based vesting schedule, with 25 percent unlocking one year after listing and the remainder vesting monthly over the following 36 months.

This structure is intended to align long-term incentives between contributors and the broader community.

Looking Ahead

 

Paradex has stated that it plans to expand beyond perpetual futures into spot markets, options, real-world asset products, and more. The $DIME TGE represents a shift toward a network model in which the token underpins economic coordination and value accrual across the platform.

With measurable trading activity, defined tokenomics, and a focus on privacy-preserving infrastructure, the upcoming launch of $DIME will provide a clearer view into how Paradex intends to scale its on-chain derivatives model over the long term.

Further details regarding timing and listing specifics are expected to be released in the coming days. Users can check Paradex’s socials for more information.

About Paradex

Paradex is a privacy-focused decentralized perpetual futures exchange built on its own high-performance Layer 2 appchain using the Starknet stack. The platform combines an off-chain central limit order book for execution with zk-STARK-secured on-chain settlement to deliver centralized-level efficiency within a self-custodial framework.

Developed by the team behind Paradigm, an institutional crypto derivatives liquidity network that has processed over $1 trillion in trading volume, Paradex emphasizes market structure, capital efficiency, and position confidentiality. The exchange currently supports more than 100 markets and integrates features such as Retail Price Improvement flow segmentation, a no auto-deleveraging risk model, and on-chain vault infrastructure.

Paradex aims to expand its ecosystem beyond perpetual futures into spot markets, options, real-world asset products, and more, positioning itself as a broader on-chain financial infrastructure platform.

For more information, users can visit Paradex’s official website and social channels.

Social Links

X: https://x.com/paradex

Discord: https://discord.com/invite/paradex

Telegram: https://t.me/paradex

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Brand: Paradex

Contact: Media team

Email: support@paradex.trade

Website: https://paradex.trade

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Fairplay Strengthens Digital Gaming Infrastructure with Enhanced User Security Systems

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Fairplay continues to refine its digital gaming ecosystem with a focus on secure access, structured account management, and user-centric platform stability.

Delhi, India- Fairplay continues to refine its digital gaming ecosystem with a focus on secure access, structured account management, and user-centric platform stability. As online participation in sports-based gaming environments grows across India, platforms like fairplay are adapting to meet evolving expectations around security, accessibility, and transparency.

Industry observers note that structured account systems such as fairplay online id and fairplay id online are becoming increasingly important in delivering secure and authenticated participation models. Fairplay has aligned its platform architecture to support streamlined onboarding and encrypted login processes, ensuring users can access services through a protected fairplay login framework.

Secure Account Access and Authentication

Security remains central to Fairplay’s operational model. The platform integrates multi-layered authentication measures designed to safeguard user credentials and account activity. Systems supporting fairplay betting id and fairplay cricket online id access utilize encrypted protocols to reduce risks associated with unauthorized entry.

As digital engagement expands, account-level protection through secure fairplay login systems has become a critical industry standard. Fairplay continues to invest in authentication technologies that align with modern cybersecurity benchmarks.

Mobile-First Platform Optimization

Recognizing the rapid increase in mobile usage, Fairplay has optimized user access through the fairplay app and Online fairplay app interfaces. These mobile environments are designed to offer seamless navigation, secure transactions, and real-time updates.

The integration of mobile-friendly infrastructure supports users accessing fairplay cricket ID online services, enabling flexible participation without compromising security or performance stability.

Real-Time Monitoring and Fraud Prevention

In response to growing digital activity, Fairplay has strengthened its backend monitoring systems. Automated risk detection tools analyze behavioral patterns to identify unusual login activity, duplicate accounts, or irregular transactions.

These enhancements contribute to a safer environment for users operating through fairplay online cricket id systems and other account-based services. By integrating predictive analytics and transaction oversight, Fairplay aims to maintain platform integrity and reduce operational risk.

Structured User Experience

Fairplay emphasizes clarity in user interaction. From account registration to fairplay login authentication, the platform structure is designed to provide transparent dashboards and straightforward navigation.

Users accessing services through fairplay com can review account balances, active markets, and transaction records within a centralized interface. This structured approach reflects broader industry trends toward responsible and informed digital participation.

Industry Outlook

As India’s digital gaming sector continues to evolve, platforms are expected to prioritize secure authentication, regulatory alignment, and responsible engagement frameworks. Fairplay’s continued investment in account security, fraud monitoring, and mobile optimization signals alignment with these emerging standards.

Analysts suggest that sustainable growth within the online gaming ecosystem will depend on the balance between technological innovation and user protection. Account systems such as fairplay id online and fairplay betting id models represent a broader shift toward authenticated digital participation rather than informal access methods.

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Company: FairPlay
Contact Person: Lisa Moore
Email: marketing@lotus365.travel
Website: https://www.fairplay1.com/

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