Five days of hands-on STEAM fun, interactive demonstrations, and winter break adventures for families in Central New York

SYRACUSE, New York – (February 11, 2026) – Fun is in full swing at WonderWorks Destiny as the team gears up for their annual Science Week event, from February 16-20, 2026. Winter break is right around the corner for CNY schools, making it a great time for families and locals to check out WonderWorks and all it has to offer. The upside-down house helps keep the fun and learning going all throughout winter break and beyond. From interactive science demonstrations to a 50% off ropes course ticket deal on select days, WonderWorks has everything you need to make the most out of a Syracuse stay-cation.

“Take your family’s February break to the next level with a visit to WonderWorks!” said Jon Cascella, general manager at WonderWorks Destiny. “Our entire team looks forward to this special week every year, and we’re ready to have a blast with guests at both our regular attractions and our exciting science sessions throughout the week.”

Guests will not want to miss all the fun offered during Science Week. Young explorers can unleash their inner scientist with five exciting days of interactive STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) sessions, demonstrations and activities. This annual event offers students and families the opportunity to engage their mind and spark creativity during the school break, in a fun affordable way.

The schedule of events for the week includes:

• Meteorology Monday on February 16, 2026 – Get blown away on Meteorology Monday from 1 pm to 3 pm to kick off Science Week. This day will be dedicated to learning more about wintery weather facts, trying DIY weather experiments, exploring natural phenomena and more.
• Egg Drop on February 17, 2026 – Watch out below! Take part in WonderWorks’ annual Egg Drop Contest from noon until 2 pm to see if you’ve got what it takes. Participants will put their engineering skills to the test and attempt to prevent their egg from breaking as it hits the ground. Supplies will be provided and participation is free.
• Destiny USA’s Winter Break Bash on February 18, 2026 – Swing by the WonderWorks table at Destiny USA’s Winter Break Bash, taking place from noon until 2 pm in the Canyon area of the mall (right below the Canyon Climb Ropes Course). The WonderWorks team will be helping attendees create dancing art through an electrifying science experiment, handing out Professor Wonder activity sheets, giving away special coupon offers, and more. This is a free event hosted by the mall and will feature lots more fun activities from other stores.
• Color Me Curious on February 19, 2026 – The Science Week fun heads back inside WonderWorks on Thursday from 1 pm to 3 pm. With a stroke of genius, put the “A” back in STEAM! Guests can try their hand at creating pop art, watch a mesmerizing, colorful elephant toothpaste explosion, and more on this creative, hands-on day.
• Animal Wonders with Rosamond Gifford Zoo on Feb 20, 2026 – Science Week will conclude with a special guest session from 1 pm to 3 pm that participants will not want to miss! Guaranteed to get guests up close and personal with animal biofacts, this event will examine animal tracks, pelts, skulls, teeth, and more. This session is held in partnership with Rosamond Gifford Zoo.

Monday, Thursday, and Friday’s Science Week sessions begin at 1 pm and cost only $5 to participate in, while Tuesday and Wednesday’s sessions begin at 12 pm and are free for all. WonderWorks Destiny Annual Passholders can experience all five sessions for free as a perk of their pass. Guests can pre-register to reserve their spot online: https://www.wonderworksonline.com/destiny/science-week/.

“It may be cold outside, but it’s always warm in the mall! Winter is one of the best times to experience WonderWorks, with special events like Science Week, great ways to save on tickets, and more,” said Jon Cascella, general manager at WonderWorks Destiny.

Mark the family calendars now for your next WonderWorks visit! With winter being one of the best times to visit the upside-down house, locals and visitors alike will want to check out the best indoor amusement park in Central New York. The indoor attraction provides a place to stay warm, stay active, and explore.

Be sure to take full advantage of the exclusive Wonder Wednesdays deal, running through the end of February 2026. Wonder Wednesdays provides guests with the opportunity to score 50% off tickets to the Canyon Climb Ropes Course at the door, every Wednesday through February 25, 2026. Guests will not want to miss this chance to check out the Canyon Climb at a great rate The Canyon Climb ropes course is the world’s largest suspended indoor ropes course, standing 70 feet tall. Climbers will get to explore three levels of ropes as they take on over 81 different obstacles. Closed-toed shoes and proper dress is required to go on the ropes course, and there are height and weight restrictions in place. To get more information, visit the site online: https://www.wonderworksonline.com/destiny/the-experience/canyon-climb/.

WonderWorks Destiny offers a variety of educational programs and promotions throughout the year for local students and families to enjoy. They provide group rates, birthday parties, homeschool days, corporate event packages, and an annual pass. They have over 100 interactive exhibits covering topics such as extreme weather, space exploration, light and sound, and more. The upside-down laboratory is also home to a thrilling laser tag arena, an imagination lab, a youth art gallery, and a physical challenge zone, including the 4D XD Motion Theater, the Astronaut Training Challenge, and more. For more information and current hours of operation, visit the site at: https://www.wonderworksonline.com/destiny.

About WonderWorks

WonderWorks, a science-focused indoor amusement park, combines education and entertainment into one venue. With over 100 hands-on exhibits, there is something unique and challenging for all ages. Feel the power of 71 mph hurricane-force winds in the Hurricane Shack. Make life-sized bubbles in the Bubble Lab. Get the NASA treatment and experience zero gravity in the Astronaut Training Gyro. Nail it by lying on the death-defying Bed of Nails. WonderWorks is in Orlando, Pigeon Forge, Panama City Beach, Myrtle Beach, Syracuse, and Branson. For more information, visit WonderWorksDestiny.com, and follow @WonderWorksDestiny on Facebook, @WonderWorksDUSA on X (Twitter), @WonderWorks_dusa on Instagram, and @WonderWorksOfficial on TikTok.

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Free Live Concert & Environmental Exhibition | April 22, 2025

WHAT:
Join us in celebrating the 55th Anniversary of Earth Day and the 400th Anniversary of New York City with a dynamic free concert & sustainability exhibition in the heart of Times Square.

WHY:
Because the Earth—and New York City—deserve a party with a purpose. This Earth Day, we unite to honor our planet, amplify environmental action, and celebrate the good being done for Mother Earth in NYC and beyond.

WHO:
Presented by Good News Corporation (nonprofit) and OMMM, in collaboration with EarthDay.org and their global campaign “Our Power, Our Planet,”—which inspires over 1 billion participants annually.

Featured guests include:

• Jarvis Smith, sustainability pioneer
• Antonique Smith, Grammy-nominated artist, environmental activist, and ambassador for EarthDay.org
• AY Young, UN Global Ambassador for the Sustainable Development Goals
• OMMM’s “Love Your Mother” 2+ Hour Special Performance
• Virtual appearances from global peace and planet champions: Ringo Starr, Dr. Jane Goodall, Leonardo DiCaprio, Stevie Wonder, and Shakira (for UNICEF)
• Participation from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and the Equator Initiative, both advancing global sustainability and Indigenous-led climate solutions
• Giorgia Fumanti, Ambassador for Peace, award winning and Billboard charting classical crossover singer

• Katya Grineva –  World Renown Carnegie Hall Pianist and Humanitarian

Hosted by Reverend Paul Sladkus, Founder of Good News Corporation and producer of Earth Day Times Square, International Day of Peace, and Climate Week Kickoff events. Co-hosting is Mariya Spartalis – International Financial, Banking, and Sustainability Expert & Host.

Also Partnering is Sustainable:  * Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine

• NYC Commissioners from DOT (announcing Car-Free Earth Day on April 26), DCAS (Solar Schools Initiative/Fleets), and in cooperation with NY Parks, SAPO, Times Square Alliance, and Faith-Based communities
• Talent: Barbara Nadis, Bruce Stephen Foster, Reid Stowe (World’s Longest Sailor at Sea), Blue Planet Foundation, Woodstock Forever: Peace, Love & HOPE Movie & Pop Nation Movie Trailers, Peace Parrots, Peace Lights
• Special guests to be announced

WHEN:
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 | 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Free & open to the public

WHERE:
Times Square Pedestrian Plaza
Between 46th & 47th Streets, along 7th Avenue

DONORS & SUPPORTERS:
Grateful thanks to: Good News Corporation, OMMM, Valley Bank, Swift Rails, American Oriental Arts Foundation, Hugg A Planet, Andronik Kardashev, PEP Real Estate/Tribeca Records, Necromantic Brew Co., Gitterman Wealth Management and more to come.

BROADCAST LIVE ON:
YouTube.com/GoodNewsBroadcast
EarthDay.org
We Don’t Have Time
Rebroadcast via UNIFY.org, MNN, and more

CONTACT (Press & Interviews):
Paul Sladkus | paul.sladkus1@gmail.com | 212-647-1212

This is an upbeat, unifying Earth Day celebration. We’re all in this together—let’s do good for Mother Earth.

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Pause the World for Peace

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Don’t listen to those

people who only see

your mistakes.

(Thoughts Wonder)

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Good News Corporation, a 501 C 3 nonprofit is inviting you to join our 21st Annual International Day of Peace & Ecology 5-Hour LIVE Broadcast to the world in Times Square on September 21, 2023. Ringo Starr virtually requests a Moment of Silence for Peace, World Cease Fire at 12 noon est, and then we have a 5 Hour Concert. www.pausetheworldforpeace.org  

For a minimal 501 C 3 nonprofit donation you will receive a BIG RETURN ON INVESTMENT, you have the opportunity to share your message on our Times Square Stage and in our Worldwide Broadcast. Details are attached in two presentations. We are available to speak at your earliest convenience. Can we set up a meeting?

Background: Our 9/21/23 Broadcast has grown significantly with Samsung, General Motors, BNP Paribas, major talent, broadcasters, and over 150 people working on this event, along with peace messengers Michael Douglas, Leonardo DiCaprio, Dr. Jane Goodall, Stevie Wonder, and Shakira virtually.

HERE ARE THE LINKS TO TWO PRESENTATIONS FOR DONOR AND SPONSOR PRESENTATIONS. ALSO A NEW SIZZLE REEL FOR OUR PEACE DAY IN 2022.

DONOR AND SPONSOR

PRESENTATIONS

New Peace Day

Sizzle Reel

9/21/22

Looking forward to seeing you on September 21 in Times Square,

Respectfully Submitted

Paul Sladkus

Founder

Good News Corporation, a nonprofit

www.pausetheworldforpeace.org

212 647 1212 Cell. 917 687 1790

New York & Montauk, New York

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Listen to “Interview with Tatyana Mezhentseva – 11-year-old Russian “vocal wonder” in BIRDLAND during Jim Caruso’s Cast Party.” on Spreaker.
Listen to “Performance of Tatyana Mezhentseva – 11-year-old Russian “vocal wonder” in BIRDLAND during Jim Caruso’s Cast Party” on Spreaker.
Listen to “What is Peace for Tatyana Mezhentseva?” on Spreaker.
Listen to “What is Good News for Tatyana Mezhentseva?” on Spreaker.

WHEN: 8 pm TONIGHT!!!!!

WHO:

International pop star 11-year-old Russian vocal wonder/seasoned songwriter and performing artist and winner of many entertainment TV competitions.

Tatyana Mezhentseva

https://youtu.be/a7N7d25xh8k

WHAT:

Special open mic performance tonight during Jim Caruso’s Cast Party which is held at the world famous jazz venue

THIS IS HER FIRST VISIT TO THE USA!!!!

BIRDLAND

315 West 44th Street

NYC

(bet Eighth and Ninth Avenues)

(212)-581-3080

Time: 8-9 pm

Contact:

Tatyana’s representatives

Sandra Trim-DaCosta (917) 833-2693

Diaz Mussalimov (757) 773-9243

About Tatyana:

Tatyana Mezhentseva is a young Russian singer, who participated in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest in 2019.

She was born in Moscow in 2009. From the early ages she was engaged in creative work: at the age of four she started to do vocal and compose songs. She is also good at playing the piano.

The singer is sure that for success it is necessary to study a lot and train hard. She has a desire to develop further and to try something new. That is why, at the age of 7 she decided to do aerial gymnastics, which, as Tanya admits, gives her the ability to fly. Today she performs at the creative association of air gymnasts Art Area Project.

CREATIVE WAY AND ACHIEVEMENTS

She studied vocals under Mikhail Grebenshikov’s guidance at the Alla Pugacheva variety workshop. Alla Borisovna noted that Tanya is very beautiful: shining blond curls distinguish her among young artists.

Later she became a student of the Igor Krutoy Academy. She also worked with A-TEENS label.

At the age of eight Tanya made her television debut — together with Dina Garipova (Eurovision Song Contest 2013 finalist, winner of the TV show The Voice on Channel 1 in 2012) — she performed the song Fifth Element on the Christmas Song of the Year (NTV). Since then, she has regularly performed and appeared at prestigious events, such as QUARTIRNIC TEENS, a concert on the occasion of Eurovision, etc. In the summer of 2019, she was nominated for the Fashion People Awards.

JUNIOUR EUROVISON

In 2019, Tatiana had the honor of representing Russia at the international contest Junior Eurovision, which was held in Poland on November 24.

Tatyana met a Tuvan singer Denberel Oorzhak (winner of the contest You are super! on NTV) in Crimea during the contest New Wave for children. The young talents recorded the song Time for us, which was co-authored by Tatiana herself.

The qualifying competition wasn’t easy. The jury consisted of Russian pop stars, producers, former contestants of Junior Eurovision. The result was significantly influenced by the online voting. Tanya and Denberel managed to outrun their competitors and win the right to represent their country in the contest in Poland.

Igor Krutoy admitted, “Tanya and Danberel have a good song, I like it. It has emotions and it is written well to show their vocal skills. Moreover, it is easy to remember”.

Philip Kirkorov wished them luck, “You’re talented and you look great!”

Alexey Golubev, a famous director, producer and video maker, put on a competition number, as well as made a video Time for us.

To take part in one of the most prestigious international competitions is a great success at the beginning of your professional career. Tanya is not upset that she did not manage to win it — she treats the failures quite easily. At the Junior Eurovision Song Contest she gained a lot of experience, which is so necessary for young artist. But Tanya is not going to stop on reached: she continues to develop her talent and brings new ideas to life. She dreams to star in movies, work with Sting, her icon and, of course, take part in Eurovision.

Recently Tanya released a single Molodi, which was not only loved by her audience, but also found support from a new listener. The song is rapidly gaining popularity in social networks and in the media environment.

Interesting facts about Tania:

1. A contestant in Children’s Eurovision Song Contest 2019

2. A piano player

3. The main sport is aerial gymnastics

4. Favorite flowers are lilies of the valley

5. Does dancing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and horseback riding

6. Has three dogs, a cat, chameleon, lizard and others

7. Has two brothers and a sister

8. Her family is a fan of Spartak football club

9. Amulet is a fluffy toy horse

10. Knows English and learns French

11. Before performing on stage puts a coin from the time of Catherine I in her shoes.

12. Fond of diving, chess, fine art and modeling

13. Loves Madonna, Zemfira, Zaz, Lady Gaga and Moralniy Kodex band.

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World Wide VIRTUAL Love 2 The World Broadcast

4/2/21 – New York, NY For Immediate Release: Contact Paul Sladkus 917 687 1790

WHEN: April 22, 2021 7pm est (When we ring the heroes bells) to 9pm est

WHY: A well-known group of media professionals are creating a special 24 hour broadcast for Earth Day. Niagara Falls will be the Broadcast Hub and 12 Producers will create 2 hour segments for the day long broadcast. Estimated Viewership, through traditional media, new technologies and social platforms to be in the billions.

WHO: MILESTONE BROADCAST CORPORATION – Good News Planet TV (www.goodnewsplanet.TV) and Peace Day Party (www.peacedayparty.org) are working together to create this 2 Hour Broadcast and Podcast, The overall producer for the 24 Hour Broadcast is XXX. More than ever do we need Peace in the World, 193 Countries in the United Nations declared September 21 as the International Day of Peace… Cease Fire. McKinsey Co. states that 1.6. Billion people are aware of the day. Love for the Earth, is integral to Peace and our broadcasts has featured Earth Content for years, even worked with the UN for World Water Day…

SHOW PARTICIPANTS – Covid heroes are thanked and respected during the broadcast. Also appearing in the broadcast are people speaking for Peace, Love & HOPE for years: The Preamble, Michael Douglas, Leonardo DiCaprio, Dr. Jane Goodall, Shakira, Dr. Mehmet Oz, John Lennon/Yoko, Stevie Wonder, Ringo, Alexandra Pope, Kerri Kasem, Michelle Phillips, FOWPAL, First Lady Matilda Cuomo, England’s National Health System, Tom Foolery, Kayla Peale, Ms. Ma, Yue-Sai Kan, George Goetschel, Nashville Symphony Choir, Patrick Bergin, Chloe Temtchine, nonprofits and more. Additionally, there will be segments from a special movie release for August 2021 that occurred in 1989 for the 20th Anniversary of Woodstock at Times Square, NY with Richie Havens. Woodstock Forever: Peace Love & HOPE capturers that event with superstars/everyday people & heroes of today. www.woodstockforever.org. Talent still being added to the broadcast.

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