CONTACT: Gil Reyes
Senior Manager of External Affairs
Kentucky Science Center
M: 502-889-5600
Gil.Reyes@LouisvilleKY.gov
Heaven Hill Brands Brings Interactive S.T.E.M. Programs to Nelson County Schools
Press Event at Bardstown Primary School December 18th
PRESS EVENT – Nelson County – Heaven Hill Brands has underwritten thirteen Assembly Programs to be presented at select Nelson County Elementary schools over the 2017-2018 school year. These assembly programs can be one of two: Captain Current Vs. The Electricity Vampires or Ion Jones and the Lost Castle of Chemistry; each introduces elementary-age students to science concepts through storytelling and interactive demonstrations.
“Heaven Hill Brands is excited to partner with Kentucky Science Center to bring Science Travels to You programming across Nelson County,” said Max Shapira, President of Heaven Hill Brands. “As a corporate neighbor, we are committed to enhancing the communities in which our employees work and live. It is our hope that every student will have an unforgettable experience exploring the world of science.”
The press event will be held on December 18th at Bardstown Primary School in Bardstown just prior to a Captain Current program. Press should arrive at 9:00 a.m. for b-roll of the program. Remarks from Mr. Shapira will begin at 9:30, followed by an opportunity for questions and brief interviews. Government officials and representatives from Nelson County Schools will be in attendance; all, including press are invited to stay and watch the all or part of the program.
Fact Sheet:
WHAT: Check Presentation and Press Event
WHERE: Bardstown Primary School, 1000 Templin Avenue, Bardstown, KY 40004 WHEN: 2017-2018 School Year
WHO: Joanna Haas, Chief Executive Officer, Kentucky Science Center Max Shapira, President, Heaven Hill Brands
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About Kentucky Science Center (KYScienceCenter.org) Kentucky Science Center is a nonprofit educational institution that encourages people of all ages to do science in engaging, educational and entertaining ways to inspire a lifetime of learning. Designated the “State Science Center of Kentucky” by the 2002 Kentucky General Assembly, Kentucky Science Center features interactive exhibits and engaging programs for children, families and adults. Kentucky Science Center is committed to growing a scientifically literate community that investigates, questions, and challenges.
About Heaven Hill Brands: Founded in 1935, Bardstown, KY-based Heaven Hill Brands (www.heavenhill.com) is the nation’s largest independent, family-owned and operated spirits producer and marketer and the world’s second-largest holder of Kentucky Bourbon. Heaven Hill’s diversified portfolio of brands includes Evan Williams Bourbon; Larceny, Elijah Craig and Henry McKenna Bourbons, Burnett’s Vodkas and Gin; Admiral Nelson’s and Blackheart Rums; HPNOTIQ Liqueur; The Christian Brothers Brandies; PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur; Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur; Lunazul Tequila; Cinerator Hot Cinnamon Flavored Whiskey and Rittenhouse Rye Whisky.