The Kind Mind Co.™ aims to bring accessibility back into the act of creativity, breaking down barriers for those with physical impairments or disabilities. The debut collection includes a range of tools with unique design elements—such as T-shaped grips, varied size multi-directional handles, extending tool holders and more. With adjustable positioning and straps, lightweight materials and CVI friendly-high visibility colors—every tool is crafted to expand access to making art.
MORRISVILLE, Pa., December 12, 2024 (CarryOnHarry.com)
– The Kind Mind Co.™ is officially launching this December with a mission to make art accessible for everyone. A new initiative from WeVeel®, the new product line is focused on creating adaptive art tools for individuals of all motor skill and developmental abilities.
“We believe that everyone has the right to express themselves,” says Amy Houser-Curley, Global Creative Director at WeVeel®. “We’ve consulted with educational experts, artists, and the education community to design tools that meet real needs. Being mission-driven is at the heart of how we create.”
Part of the WeVeel® family, which includes kids brands like Scentos® and Yay Hooray!™, The Kind Mind Co.™ benefits from over 15 years of design expertise and industry leadership. The new brand also proudly give back to The Bridge School, a special education institution founded by musicians Neil and Pegi Young, Jim Forderer and educational expert Marilyn Buzolich. The Bridge School’s staff provided critical insights during the design process to ensure the products are effective for students and educators.
“At WeVeel, our mission is to spark joy for everyone, and that’s why we’re committed to serving underserved communities,” says Jessica Kubinski, Chief Marketing and Product Officer at WeVeel®. “Creativity is better when it’s inclusive. We want to make sure every person, regardless of ability, can experience the fun, freedom, and confidence that comes with self-expression.”
The launch of The Kind Mind Co.™ was inspired by a conversation between lifelong friends Valerie Marderosian, CEO of WeVeel®, and Bridge School board member Paula Blomquist. They discovered a need for adaptive tools when teachers and parents were using makeshift solutions like tape and plumbing equipment to help students engage with art successfully.
“California holds a special place in my heart,” says Marderosian. “Working with Paula has been incredibly rewarding, and I’m thrilled to see our partnership with The Bridge School lead to meaningful change. We’re excited to be at the forefront of adaptive art tools that can make a difference in people’s lives.”
Paula Blomquist adds, “At The Bridge School, we have been so fortunate to work with some of the best Occupational Therapists and Assistive Technologists. It’s now a dream come true to know that, through WeVeel, their expertise and creativity will reach children worldwide.”
The Kind Mind Co.™ launched on Black Friday (November 29, 2024) and is available on their website, thekindmind.co, on Amazon and through educational distributors School Health and Nasco. Educators, parents, and artists can explore the collection, watch product demonstrations, and join the movement for better access to creative expression for everyone.
The Carolina Soul Music Awards is proud to announce that official voting is now open. Fans, supporters, and industry peers are encouraged to participate in selecting the artists, DJs, and cultural contributors who continue to shape the rich legacy of Southern Soul music.
Votes may be submitted at www.CarolinaSoulMusicAwards.com. The public voting window is limited, and early participation is strongly encouraged.
Presented by chart-topping artist King George, the Inaugural Carolina Soul Music Awards is a formal affair designed to recognize the artistry, influence, and cultural significance of Southern Soul. Known for its emotional depth and authenticity, the genre draws from blues, gospel, and R&B to tell the heartfelt stories of the American South.
“We are not simply hosting an event—we are preserving a cultural tradition,” says King George. “This night is about legacy, community, and giving our legends their flowers while they can still smell them.”
Guests will enjoy an evening of elegance, complete with red carpet arrivals, distinguished awards presentations, and world-class live performances.
Event Details:
Attire: Black Tie
Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Red Carpet Experience: 6:00 PM
Showtime: 8:00 PM
Venue: DoubleTree Hotel, 2100 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC
Honoree: Acclaimed recording artist Calvin Richardson will be presented with the prestigious CSMA Legend Award, recognizing his enduring impact on the genre.
General Admission and VIP tickets are available at www.CarolinaSoulMusicAwards.com.
Sponsorship opportunities are now open.
For media inquiries and official correspondence, please email: contact@thecsma.com
Austin, TX, October 15, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Composer Nathan Felix Releases Borderland featuring Panoramic Voices
Felix’s Choral Work in Spanish, Borderland, out October 15.
Composer, Nathan Felix, released a new classical music recording of his choral work, Borderland, featuring Austin Texas choral group, Panoramic Voices. Borderland was recorded by Grammy winning engineer Erik Wofford (Black Pumas, Grupo Fantasma). The choral album is released and available to stream worldwide on all digital platforms on Wednesday October 15th in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
This music of Borderland highlights hispanic cultural and hispanic musical heritage through a contemporary classical composition. The lyrics to Borderland are written in both English and Spanish and inspired by stories of families crossing the Texas/Mexico border and sacrificing their lives for their future children and grandchildren.
Borderland was originally commissioned by Panoramic Voices as a live immersive choral piece in which singers were scattered across KMFA’s stunning new east side building, sharing vignettes in different installations throughout the entire space. The performance premiered in February of 2023 and after the performance the trio of Panoramic Voices Director Juli Orlandini, KMFA’s Director of Events Stacey Hoyt and Felix collectively decided the work should be recorded at KMFA. Over the course of the next two years producer Erik Wofford helped engineer and mix the project.
The recording is twenty minutes in length featuring two compositions titled “Blood River” and “The Darkness in the River Unites Us”. Borderland is scheduled to be released worldwide on all digital platforms on Wednesday October 15th 2025.
For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Nathan Felix.
Who: Nathan Felix featuring Panoramic Voices What: Recording of Nathan Felix’s choral work, Borderland, featuring Panoramic Voices Release Date: Wednesday October 15th 2025 Where: World Wide on all digital platforms (i.e. Spotify, iTunes, etc)
About Nathan Felix: Nathan Felix (born 1981) is a Mexican-American composer known for his immersive operas and experimental films. Felix’s music has premiered in Bulgaria, Portugal, Spain, Japan, China, Sweden, Denmark, Mongolia and the United States and has been featured on the BBC, MTV, NPR, TPR & PBS. Felix, a non-award winning composer, often focuses on telling Latinx themed and minority stories that highlight border issues, underserved communities and his hispanic heritage.
