Shopping Savings - WonderWorks (Orlando, Branson, Myrtle Beach) is Spreading Love and Appreciation to Three Important Professions This May

Orlando

Calling all teachers, nurses, and military members who want to let loose and have some educational fun this spring! WonderWorks Orlando is taking the month of May 2026 to celebrate three important professions and is inviting them to experience the wonder of the upside-down house with free admission and special offers. Each of the three professions are being celebrated at different times throughout the month, but all three are making waves in our communities every day.

 

Here is when each of the three professions are being celebrated:

• Teacher Appreciation Days – All throughout May 2026
  WonderWorks is applauding educators for being the classroom superheroes that they are. All teachers and school support staff are invited to celebrate the end of another successful school year with a free adventure at WonderWorks Orlando. They are eligible for free All Access admission all month long with advanced registration, and up to four guests with them will get 50% off their admission ticket. Public and private school educators can register for the discount voucher online, and must print it to present along with their school identification or a recent pay stub upon arrival in order to redeem the offer. WonderWorks is proud to work with educators and schools all year long, providing educational resources, field trip opportunities, and more.
• National Nurses Week – May 6-12, 2026
  This event kicks off on National Nurses Day and runs for a week, celebrating those who are the backbone of the healthcare system. Nurses of all specialties are invited to snag a free All Access admission ticket at the door during this special week. Their guests will also receive a discounted rate of only $22 plus tax per person. All nurses redeeming this offer must show their employee identification at the door. WonderWorks is also taking this time to advocate for the Nursing is STEM coalition, where they are helping to spread information regarding why nursing should be designated as a STEM field across all agencies and illuminating the building in blue.
• Armed Forces Week – May 9-16, 2026
  Millions of people serve in the country’s armed forces, so WonderWorks is saluting and honoring them for their sacrifice.  All active duty and retired military personnel are invited to enjoy a free All Access admission ticket at the door during this special week, which culminates on Armed Forces Day. Those with them will also receive $3 off each of their admission ticket price. Military identification will need to be shown at the door to redeem the offer.

 

To keep up on the latest discounts, events, and more, follow the WonderWorks Orlando Facebook page. WonderWorks Orlando is located at 9067 International Drive and is open 365 days a year. It offers a variety of educational and student group opportunities, including visits for scouts, summer camps, tour operators, team building, birthday parties, and more. With over 100 hands-on interactive exhibits to explore, there is something for everyone inside. There are Wonder Zones, a glow-in-the-dark ropes course, laser tag, a 4D XD Motion Theater, and a family-friendly magic dinner show. To learn more about the possibilities or get ticket information, visit the site: https://www.wonderworksonline.com/orlando.

Branson

May is a month that puts three important professions in the spotlight around the nation, and WonderWorks Branson is supporting that by showing their appreciation in a wonderful way. The month offers a special time to celebrate those in the fields of teaching, nursing, and the armed forces. Those working in these fields will be able to score discounted tickets to WonderWorks for them and their loved ones this spring to have fun, explore, and make memories at a top Branson attraction during select dates.

 

“Before the summer kicks off, we always enjoy spreading some love throughout our community,” said Tim Church, sales manager at WonderWorks Branson. “These three professions make a difference in our communities every day! Come unwind with a well-deserved adventure at WonderWorks!”  

 

Each May, these three important professions are put into the spotlight around the country as people celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, National Nurses Week, and Armed Forces Week. WonderWorks Branson is spreading appreciation for these hard-working individuals by giving back to them as best they can. Teachers, nurses, and those in the armed forces will want to get in on the fun during their profession’s celebratory event at the upside-down house, offering a great place for people of all ages to let loose and have some educational fun.

 

The three special career-focused celebrations include:

• Teacher Appreciation Days – All of May 2026
  WonderWorks Branson is highlighting educators as the classroom superheroes they are and commemorating a great school year of partnerships, field trips, and more. All teachers and school support staff are invited to register for this event to explore the upside-down house for free during the month of May, giving them a great place to celebrate and close out another great school year. Up to four guests will also receive 50% off their admission tickets. All public and private school teachers and support staff can register online to receive the voucher. Upon arrival, the printed voucher and school identification or pay stub must be presented to be redeemed.
• National Nurses Week – May 6-12, 2026
  All those working in nursing are being celebrated as the heartbeat of healthcare during this brand new event at WonderWorks. Nurses can snag free admission at the door during this special weeklong event, and up to four guests can get discounted admission of only $10 plus tax each. The deal is open to all nursing specialties. Employee identification must be presented at the door to redeem the offer. WonderWorks is also advocating for the Nursing Is STEM coalition throughout this week, spreading information on all the reasons nursing should be uniformly designated as a STEM field across agencies and illuminating the building in blue.
• Armed Forces Week – May 9-16, 2026
  This celebration week culminates on Armed Forces Day, a time dedicated to honoring all those serving in the country’s military. WonderWorks is taking the week to salute and honor all those who serve by providing free admission to all active duty and retired military personnel. Military identification can be shown at the door to redeem the offer. Additional guests tagging along can take advantage of a $23.99 military admission rate.

Myrtle Beach

The month of May is a special time for three unique industries, with nationwide celebrations for professions that collectively touch millions of lives around the country. These celebrations include Teacher Appreciation Week, National Nurses Week, and Armed Forces Week. To show their support and appreciation for all those working in these important careers, WonderWorks Myrtle Beach is putting each of them in the spotlight with special admission offers during select dates in May.

 

“We love showing off our Southern hospitality here at WonderWorks, so these spring appreciation events are always a blast,” said Kaitlin Barnes, sales manager at WonderWorks Myrtle Beach. “From teachers to nurses to armed forces members, all of these hard workers make a difference every day. We’re thrilled to honor them!”

 

Through several special events and offers, WonderWorks Myrtle Beach will be celebrating community spirit and spreading appreciation during the month of May 2026. They are inviting teachers, nurses, and military members to let loose and experience the wonder of the iconic upside-down laboratory. This attraction is the perfect place for people of all ages to have educational fun and make memories together this spring.

 

The three special spotlight celebrations to watch for and get in on include:

• Teacher Appreciation Days – Runs throughout May 2026
  WonderWorks proudly works with teachers all year long, offering educational resources, field trip opportunities, and more for local students. All North and South Carolina teachers and education support staff are invited to register for free admission to explore the upside-down house as they celebrate the end of another amazing school year. Up to four guests can also receive 50% off their admission tickets. Private and public school teachers in North and South Carolina are eligible to register online for the discount voucher, which must be printed and presented at the admissions desk to redeem, along with proper school identification or a pay stub.
• National Nurses Week – May 6-12, 2026
  This special week kicks off on National Nurses Day, celebrating those who are the heartbeat of the country’s healthcare. Those in the nursing field are invited to snag free All Access admission tickets at the door during National Nurses Week. Others in their group will also receive the special discounted admission rate of only $10 plus tax each. This event is open to all nursing specialties. Employee identification must be presented at the door to redeem the offer. WonderWorks Myrtle Beach is also advocating for the Nursing Is STEM coalition all week long, helping to spread information on the many reasons nursing should be designated as a STEM field across all agencies and illuminating the building in blue.
• Armed Forces Week – May 9-16, 2026
  This nationally recognized week leads up to Armed Forces Day, celebrating the millions of people in the U.S. military branches serving worldwide. WonderWorks Myrtle Beach is saluting and honoring all those who serve and have served, as they invite active duty and retired military personnel to receive a free All Access admission ticket at the door during Armed Forces Week. Their guests attending with them will also each receive $3 off their admission ticket. Military identification must be shown at the door to redeem the offer.

  

About WonderWorks

WonderWorks, the upside-down adventure, is a science-focused indoor amusement park for the mind that holds something unique and exciting for visitors of all ages. Guests enter through an upside-down lobby, where the ceiling is at their feet, and the ground is above their heads. They must pass through an Inversion Tunnel to turn themselves right side up. There are three floors of nonstop "edu-tainment," featuring over 100 hands-on and interactive exhibits that serve a STEM educational purpose, challenging the mind and sparking the imagination. WonderWorks Orlando is also home to The Outta Control Magic Dinner Show. WonderWorks is in Orlando, Pigeon Forge, Myrtle Beach, Panama City Beach, Syracuse, and Branson. For more information, visit WonderWorksonline.com, and follow @WonderWorksORL on Facebook and X (Twitter), @WonderWorks_ORL on Instagram, and @WonderWorksOfficial on TikTok.

 

Book Nook - Duct Tape Dad (Review)

I recently had a chance to see a copy of Duct Tape Dad to review. It's a cute book with a bold illustration style based on primary colors, that help explore different types of solutions and what might happen when one tool gets overused. Ultimately, though, this cute rhyming book shows family members exploring their strengths and doing their best.

About the Author

Dr. Amanda L. Meltzer, who writes under the children’s pen name Binky Wellington, is a double-boarded Adult, Child, and Adolescent Psychiatrist. With more than 20 years of experience, she specializes in ADHD and OCD, blending clinical expertise with creativity to make mental health approachable for families. Her playful storytelling shines through in Duct Tape Dad, a whimsical rhyming book that turns imperfect parenting moments into lasting memories. Guided by her catchphrase, “Duct Tape Dad: Love That Sticks,” Dr. Meltzer brings humor, heart, and optimism to both her medical practice and her writing, reminding readers that even the quirkiest solutions can hold families together.

 

About Duct Tape Dad

Duct Tape Dad is a hilarious rhyming adventure that celebrates the eternal optimism of dads everywhere, along with their all-time favorite tradie tool. Readers get to follow along as Duct Tape Dad’s home repairs escalate from reasonable renovation to problematic parenting culminating in a sticky situation for Mom…But, just when you think Dad’s duct tape days are over, a heartwarming twist proves that sometimes the silliest of solutions create the strongest bonds in the end.

Going Green - Sustainable Parenting Brands

From the kitchen to the nursery, small swaps can make a big impact. Here are four family-friendly brands that are rethinking everyday essentials with the planet in mind - because the best gift we can give our kids is a healthier world to grow up in.

Recyco - https://recyco.co/collections/standard-dishcloth

Recyco makes reusable dishcloths designed to replace hundreds of paper towels, crafted from eco-conscious materials that reduce household waste without sacrificing function. A simple, everyday swap with a big sustainability impact.

DYPER - https://dyper.com/

Make the planet - and your baby’s skin - happy with DYPER’s plant-based diapers and wipes. Made with natural fibers and dermatologist-tested for maximum rash protection, they contain no harmful chemicals or plastics. Bonus: DYPER’s REDYPER™ service lets parents compost used diapers through convenient pickup, minimizing landfill waste.

Bombi -  https://bombigear.com/products/bebee-lightweight-stroller-v3

The Bēbee Lightweight Stroller proves that sustainable design doesn't mean sacrificing style, because families who care about where they're headed should love the ride too. Select colorways - Midnight Black, Onyx, and Hickory - are crafted from 100% recycled plastic bottles (41–56 per stroller), while Bombi's commitment to durability means fewer strollers ending up in landfills. 

hope&plum - https://www.hopeandplum.co/

hope&plum is redefining what it means to carry sustainably. Their baby carriers are locally sewn using responsible fabrics, packaged without a trace of plastic, and built with a full circular life cycle in mind - from fabric scrap repurposing to in-house repairs and a resale community page that keeps carriers out of landfills.

Book Nook - Concrete Botany

Delivered in his raw, unapologetic voice, Joey Santore - host of Crime Pays but Botany Doesn’t - explores the devastating impact of human activity on the planet’s ecosystems and the fragile balance we’ve disrupted. Yet Concrete Botany is also a call to action: by understanding plant ecology and restoring native biodiversity - starting in our own backyards - we can begin to repair the damage and reconnect with the natural systems that sustain us.

Parenting Pointers - Supporting Children in Embracing the Fullness of Childhood

This is an adapted excerpt from For Real: Helping Children Remain Their Authentic Selves in a Limiting World by Alexander Kopelman, reprinted with permission from the author and publisher.

As I was getting ready to write this, I took a walk on a lovely fall evening in Astoria, Queens, a bustling neighborhood of families from all over the world. I stopped to read the menu of an enticing Mexican restaurant on a leafy street corner. A boy of about two came running past, waving his arms high in the air and laughing his head off. His mother was in hot pursuit a few steps behind, yelling for the boy to stop. She caught up just before he reached the intersection and grabbed him roughly by the arm. Her fear made her seem larger than life as she towered over the boy. “I told you to stop,” she said as she gave him a shake. He looked up into her face with searching eyes and started to cry. 

My heart ached for both of them. I knew firsthand the fear of a parent whose child is in danger and recognized the bewilderment and sadness of a child who does not understand why the adult is angry. I wondered, What did that little boy just learn?

The scene brought vividly to life Erik Erikson’s observation that our universal experience of childhood is very much about learning how small we are. “Every adult, whether he is a follower or a leader, a member of a mass or of an elite, was once a child. He was once small,” Erikson writes in Childhood and Society, his landmark exploration of the significance of childhood. “A sense of smallness forms a substratum in his mind, ineradicably. His triumphs will be measured against this smallness, his defeats will substantiate it. The questions as to who is bigger and who can do or not do this or that, and to whom—these questions fill the adult’s inner life far beyond the necessities and the desirabilities which he understands and for which he plans.”

The central struggles of childhood—struggles for a sense of agency and meaning, Erikson asserts—lay the foundation for how we see the world and ourselves in it and, thus, how we perceive childhood itself. If a feeling of disempowering smallness pursues us into adulthood, it is not surprising we might be ambivalent about childhood. We come to see it as a time of incompleteness, a waiting room where we eagerly count the days till we are granted the privileges and freedoms of maturity.

“In an adult-made world,” declares Professor Ashley Montagu, “the child is treated as an intruder, an alien, who has to conform to the external requirements of his socializers instead of the internal requirements of his own system of values, which are his basic behavioral needs and drives, and which cry out for the loving encouragement toward their fulfillment.”

We have all seen what this looks like: Children constantly admonished to “calm down,” “behave,” “listen,” “sit still,” “be quiet.” Whether these statements are punctuated by exclamation points or sweet sounds, they all amount to the same thing: the demand that children pay attention to the needs and sensitivities of the adults around them rather than their own.

The perception of childhood as a transitional phase of immaturity and dependence informs our interactions with children. It leads to the belief that our job is to “raise” children, to prepare them for the adult-made world. As a result, we treat them as incomplete human beings.

In her remarks at the inaugural Children & Authenticity Conference, Dr. Megan Laverty, professor of philosophy and education at Teachers College, articulated brilliantly how this opposition of childhood and adulthood shapes the status and treatment of children in our society:

Today we have a concept of childhood which finds expression in the literal and metaphorical separation of children from the world of adults. We have children’s meals, children’s spaces, children’s clothes, children’s games, children’s movies, and we can continue that list ad infinitum.

Conceiving of childhood as a developmental stage in the human life cycle, we regard it comparatively using adulthood as the norm. In other words, we focus on how the child will develop as he or she moves into adulthood. We think of the child as moving from immaturity to maturity, from dependence to independence, from pre-morality to morality. . .

Children are viewed as insufficiently rational, insufficiently selfdetermining, insufficiently mature, insufficiently moral, and lacking in self-awareness. In other words, we are inclined to view childhood as a deficit.

This view is so common that many of us may not even realize we hold it. This pervasive conception of childhood as a deficit leads to children being seen as “others,” an out group. It thus results in a societal prejudice toward children.

Let’s take a breath, that is a lot to take in, and our very beings might rebel at the notion that we are implicated in attitudes that are anything other than loving and caring toward our children. Our love and good intentions are not in question. The very fact that we are doing this work together is a testament to our commitment to supporting children.

Yet, as bell hooks reminds us in her beautifully inspiring All About Love, “There can be no love without justice.” It is in the spirit of love, therefore, that we must ask the difficult question of whether as a society we treat children justly.

Ann Margaret Sharp, who pioneered the Philosophy for Children movement, did a lot of work with children in Hawaii. A student in one of Dr. Sharp’s communities of inquiry noticed a curious thing about her school. When hot dogs were served in the cafeteria, older children were given mustard and ketchup, while younger children were only given ketchup. The adults in charge had apparently decided that young kids do not like mustard. The student felt this was unfair and worked with the administration to change the policy. In the end, everyone got ketchup and mustard.

The little things matter. A lot. And we need to encourage children to advocate for themselves. Share the ketchup and mustard story with the children in your care and ask them to think about what they might want to change in your community, whether that’s your family, team, afterschool program, or classroom. You might all be surprised by the outcome.

About the Author

Alexander Kopelman is a writer, social entrepreneur, advocate, and coach who has  devoted 40 years to advancing social justice and personal empowerment. His lifelong interest in identity, self-determination, and the power of narrative has fueled his commitment to supporting young people in overcoming the limiting effects of outmoded societal stereotypes on individual development. As founding President and CEO of Children’s Arts Guild, Kopelman helped create and grow a nonprofit organization that supports children in exploring and developing their authentic selves. Prior to founding Children’s Arts Guild, Kopelman served as Director of Marketing for Girls Inc., the premier girls’ empowerment organization in the US and Canada, for over 12 years. Kopelman has authored and co-authored 10 books, including For Real: Helping Children Remain Their Authentic Selves in a Limiting World [Page Two, June 9, 2026]. He lives in New York City with his wife, daughter, and very small dog.

Amazing Art - The American Art Fair

Helicline Fine Art will present a dynamic selection of historic American paintings, drawings, and sculptures at The American Art Fair, May 16–19, at Bohemian National Hall (431 East 73rd Street, between First and Second Avenues).

Founded in 2008 by Keith Sherman and Roy Goldberg, Helicline Fine Art is devoted to American and European Modernism, with particular emphasis on the Works Progress Administration (WPA) era of the 1930s and 1940s - a defining period in which American art became a public trust. During the Great Depression, federal programs such as the WPA and Federal Art Project (FAP) supported thousands of artists, fostering a generation that chronicled American life with social consciousness and optimism.

Sherman and Goldberg have championed artists, both celebrated and those under-the-radar, who captured the rhythms of modern life from city streets and factory floors to workers, families, and moments of exuberant joy. Their lovingly built collection reflects an era when American art stepped confidently onto the world stage, synthesizing Social Realism, Regionalism, Abstraction and other genres, into a distinctive voice: the American Scene.

At The American Art Fair, Helicline will offer artworks spanning nearly the entire 20th century by: Thomas Hart Benton, Cecil Bell, Charles Burchfield, Jo Cain, Konrad Cramer, Stuart Davis, Ernest Fiene, Seymour Fogel, Arnold Friedman, O. Louis Guglielmi, Roger Medearis, Eugene Savage, Joseph Solman, Louis Stone, and William Zorach, among others.

The gallery will also bring works from its astonishing 1,000 piece collection of art and objects from the 1939 World’s Fair. The museum-quality collection, available in its entirety, bridges fine art, design, and history.

 

“We are so excited to participate in The American Art Fair,” said Sherman. “We’ve been attending as guests since its inception, and to now exhibit - offering artworks that resonate deeply in our hearts - is profoundly meaningful.”

 

This marks Helicline’s second art fair exhibition, following its participation in The Salon at the Park Avenue Armory last fall.

Helicline’s current exhibition, Showstoppers: The Art of Stage and Screen, is online now through May 10. More than three dozen costume and set design drawings, illustrations, sculptures and paintings spanning the 1920s through the 90s, show the spectacle of Broadway, film, dance, opera, and popular entertainment. Some represented productions include: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, My Fair Lady, Funny Girl, Sweet Charity, West Side Story, The King and I, Bye Bye Birdie, The Wiz, Anything Goes, Opéra de Paris, Phantom of the Opera, South Pacific, The Pajama Game, Follies, and the legendary nightlife of Studio 54.

ABOUT HELICLINE FINE ART

Founded in 2008 by Roy Goldberg and Keith Sherman, Helicline Fine Art specializes in American and European modernism, with particular strength in WPA-era works. The gallery also presents American Scene painting, Social Realism, mural studies, industrial landscapes, Regionalism, abstraction, and related movements. Located in a private Midtown Manhattan space, Helicline Fine Art is open by appointment.

 

Works are available through HeliclineFineArt.com, Artsy.net and 1stDibs.com.

ABOUT THE AMERICAN ART FAIR

The American Art Fair returns to the elegant, landmarked Bohemian National Hall May 16 - 19, 2026 with 18 preeminent exhibitors specializing in American art by nonliving artists. Celebrating its 19th year, and the country’s 250th anniversary, the event offers hundreds of paintings, prints, drawings and sculpture from the 18th to the 21st centuries. www.theamericanartfair.com

 

Admission is free. Collectors, curators and the curious can explore exemplary offerings of works by Hudson River artists, American Impressionism, Surrealism, Regionalism, Modernism, Postwar Abstraction, and more.

 

The Fair’s founder Tom Colville notes: “The American Art Fair is unique in its focus on historical American art in a relaxed and intimate setting where visitors can interact with the leading dealers in the field. The combined expertise of our exhibitors is unmatched. Their knowledge and experience draw curators and collectors to Manhattan in May to celebrate American art”.

Area Attractions - Getty and National Public Gardens Day (5/8)

Getty joins the annual celebration of National Public Gardens Day on Friday, May 8, 2026. Sponsored by the American Public Gardens Association (APGA), National Public Gardens Day helps raise awareness of the botanic gardens, arboreta, conservatories and public gardens across the country.

At the Getty Center, a special tour of the Central Garden will take place at 10:30 a.m. Led by Matthew Southall, horticulturist at Getty, the tour will guide visitors through the living work of art created by the late Robert Irwin and share the artist’s perspective of the garden while in bloom. Visitors are also welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawn next to the Central Garden.

The Museum Store will offer a special discount online on a curated collection of botanical-inspired gifts on May 8 only. All items featured in the National Public Gardens Day 2026 collection will have a 20% discount taken off automatically at checkout. To view the curated collection, visit the Getty Museum Store online. Every purchase benefits Getty programs.

At the Restaurant, celebrate the day with a selection of garden-fresh entrees and cheer with the Bougainvillea cocktail, named after the iconic bougainvillea at Getty and made using jalapeño-infused tequila with strawberry, orange cognac, lime and agave.

At the Getty Villa, visit the Herb Garden and peruse plants and fruit trees native to the Mediterranean region, along with familiar herbs such as mint, basil, thyme, oregano, marjoram and sage.

Visitors can visit the beautiful gardens at both the Getty Center and the Getty Villa through the Getty’s Pay Once, Park Twice program, in which same-day parking at both sites is available for $25. Parking is $15 after 3 p.m. and $10 after 6 p.m. Admission and tours are free, and requires a timed-entry reservation. 

Learn more about the American Public Gardens Association and find public gardens near you at their website.

 

 

Getty advances art’s meaning and impact—bringing people together to preserve the past, inspire the present, and shape the future.

 

The J. Paul Getty Museum collects Greek and Roman antiquities, European paintings, drawings, manuscripts, sculpture and decorative arts to 1900, as well as photographs from around the world to the present day. The Museum's mission is to display and interpret its collections, and present important loan exhibitions and publications for the enjoyment and education of visitors locally and internationally. This is supported by an active program of research, conservation, and public programs that seek to deepen our knowledge of and connection to works of art.

 

Visiting the Getty Center
The Getty Center is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10am to 6:30pm. The Getty Center is open until 9pm on Saturdays, year-round. It is closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, December 25 (Christmas Day), and January 1. Admission to the Getty Center is always free, but a reservation is required for admission. Make reservations online or at (310) 440-7300. Parking is $25 per car or motorcycle; $15 after 3pm; $10 after 6pm. Saturdays after 6pm, parking is free. The Getty Center is at 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles, California.

Visiting the Getty Villa
The Getty Villa is open Wednesday through Monday, 10am to 5pm. It is closed Tuesdays, Thanksgiving, December 25 (Christmas Day), and January 1. Admission to the Getty Villa is always free, but a reservation is required for admission. Make reservations online or at (310) 440-7300. Parking is $25, and $15 after 3pm. The Getty Villa is at 17985 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades, California. 

Music Minute - The Malpass Brothers: Satisfied

The Malpass Brothers, the country music duo consisting of brothers Chris and Taylor Malpass, recently released their new single “Satisfied” and kick off pre-orders for their forthcoming live album and DVD, ‘Satisfied: Country Gospel Classics,’ available June 26 via Gaither Music Group. First Single, “Satisfied,” Available Now — Stream Here 'Satisfied: Country Gospel Classics' Album Available for Pre-Order Now Known for their deep-rooted traditional style, The Malpass Brothers grew up in Goldsboro, North Carolina, immersed in the sounds of country and gospel music from an early age. Inspired by their grandfather’s record collection and the artists who shaped the genre, the brothers have built a career on carrying that tradition forward with authenticity and respect. The first single, “Satisfied,” premiered digitally with Cowboys & Indians and is available now as an instant download with album pre-order. The performance captures the spirit that defines the duo—straightforward, harmony-driven country music grounded in faith and timeless storytelling. “These songs are the ones we grew up on,” said The Malpass Brothers. “They were part of our everyday life at home, on the road, and backstage. When we set out to make this project, we wanted to keep it simple and honest, and let the songs speak the way they always have. Getting to do that live made it even more special.” Filmed live at TBN Studios in Hendersonville, Tennessee, ‘Satisfied: Country Gospel Classics’ features a collection of beloved hymns and gospel standards performed in an intimate concert setting. Backed by a seasoned band, the project showcases the warmth, simplicity, and reverence that have become hallmarks of The Malpass Brothers’ sound. “Chris and Taylor have a deep respect for the traditions that shaped country and gospel music, and they bring that to life every time they step on stage,” said Paul Sizelove, President of Sun Label Group and Gaither Music Group. “This project captures that authenticity in a powerful way, and we’re proud to partner with them in sharing it with audiences everywhere.” Rooted in the timeless sounds of classic country, The Malpass Brothers were inspired early on by legendary harmony duos and later mentored by steel guitar legend Don Helms. Handpicked by Merle Haggard as an opening act for seven years, the brothers have carried the torch for traditional country across stages nationwide. Their debut album, Memory That Bad, was produced by Haggard, followed by projects with Bluegrass Hall of Famer Doyle Lawson. ‘Satisfied: Country Gospel Classics’ will be released as an audio album, full-length DVD, and television special. The TV special will air on TBN, RFD-TV, The Word Network, Vision, TCT, The Walk TV, TLN, HopeTV, The Miracle Channel, CTS, CTN, and Heartland. A radio special will premiere on SiriusXM Radio, and music from the project will also be featured on Bill Gaither’s SiriusXM enLighten channel (Channel 150). The full-length project will also be available to stream at Gaither TV+ or purchase the DVD and CD at Gaither.com.  Pre-order the album here.

CD & DVD track listing: 01. Satisfied (Songwriter Martha Carson) 02. Family Bible (Songwriter Claude Gray, Paul F. Buskirk, Walter Breeland) 03. In the Garden (Songwriter C. Austin Miles) 04. Jesus, Take a Hold (Songwriter Merle Haggard) 05. Wings of a Dove (Songwriter Bob Fergeson) 06. I Saw a Man (Songwriter Arthur Smith) 07. Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin) 08. Praying (Songwriter Hazel Houser) 09. O Why Not Tonight (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin) 10. Sheltered in the Arms of God (Songwriter Dottie Rambo, Jimmie Davis) 11. Because He Lives (Songwriter William J. Gaither, Gloria Gaither) 12. He Touched Me (Songwriter William J. Gaither) 13. Wait a Little Longer Please Jesus (Songwriter Hazel Houser) 14. The Lighthouse (Songwriter Ronnie Hinson) 15. There’s a Higher Power (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin) 16. I’ll Live for Him (Songwriter Clyde Mattocks, Chris Malpass ) 17. Take Up Thy Cross (Songwriter A.H. Ackley) 18. The Family Who Prays Together (Never Shall Part) (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin) 19. Keep Your Eyes on Jesus (Songwriter Charles Louvin, Ira Louvin) 20. Ragged Old Flag (Songwriter John R. Cash) The Malpass Brothers on tour: MAY 01 - Palace Theatre / Crossville, Tenn. MAY 02 - Little Roy And Lizzy Festival / Lincolnton, Ga. MAY 07 - The Malpass Brothers Bluegrass And Country Festival / Denton, N.C. MAY 08 - The Malpass Brothers Bluegrass And Country Festival / Denton, N.C. MAY 09 - The Malpass Brothers Bluegrass And Country Festival / Denton, N.C. MAY 16 - May on the Mountains / Henagar, Ala. MAY 22 - DelFest / Cumberland, Md. JUN 03 - Country For A Cause / Nashville, Tenn. JUN 05 - The Farm Jamb / Kirksville, Ky. JUN 06 - Cherokee Bluegrass Festival / Cherokee, N.C. JUN 19 - The Reeves Theater / Elkin, N.C. JUN 20 - Rudy Theatre / Selma, N.C. JUN 24 - 75th National Square Dance Convention / Waco, Texas JUN 25 - Greenville Municipal Auditorium / Greenville, Texas JUN 26 - The Lantex Theater / Llano, Texas JUN 27 - The Texas Theatre / Seguin, Texas JUN 28 - Main Street Crossing / Tomball, Texas JUL 17 - Little River Bluegrass Barn / Radford, Va. JUL 19 - The Nashville Palace / Nashville, Tenn. JUL 29 - Keller Centre / Colborne, Ontario AUG 06 - Pickin’ In Parsons / Parsons, W. Va. AUG 07 - James H. Garner Conference Center / Troy, N.C. AUG 21 - Alabama Theatre / North Myrtle Beach, S.C. AUG 23 - Private Event / Clare, Mich. AUG 29 - The Lakes Bluegrass Festival / Backus, Minn. SEP 05 - Stonington Farms Music Fest / Kinston, N.C. SEP 11 - The Historic Ritz Theatre / Toccoa, Ga. SEP 12 - Liberty Showcase / Liberty, N.C. SEP 17 - Nothin’ Fancy Bluegrass Festival / Buena Vista, Va. SEP 20 - American Music Theatre / Lancaster, Pa. SEP 21 - Amish Country Theater / Millersburg, Ohio SEP 25 - The Lincoln Jamboree / Hodgenville, Ky. SEP 26 - Kentucky Opry / Benton, Ky. SEP 30 - Blue Gate Performing Arts / Shipshewana, Ind. OCT 05 - Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with David Frizzell) OCT 06 - Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with Dion Pride) OCT 07 - Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with Tony Booth, Mary Lou Turner & Barbara) OCT 08 - Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with Moe Bandy) OCT 09 - Malpass Brothers Show Live / Branson, Mo. (with T. Graham Brown) OCT 10 - Meramec Music Theatre / Steelville, Mo. OCT 15 - Georgia Mountain Fall Festival / Hiawassee, Ga. OCT 17 - R-S Central High School / Rutherfordton, N.C. NOV 20 - The New Granbury Live / Granbury, Texas DEC 02 - Amish Country Theater / Millersburg, Ohio For additional tour dates, visit themalpassbrothers.com. Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok | Spotify About The Malpass Brothers: Rooted in the timeless sounds of classic country, The Malpass Brothers—Chris and Taylor were inspired early on by their grandfather’s LP collection and the legendary harmonies of duos like Jim & Jesse, the Louvin Brothers, and the Wilburn Brothers. Mentored by steel guitar legend Don Helms and later handpicked by Merle Haggard as an opening act for seven years, the brothers have carried the torch for traditional country across stages nationwide. Their debut album, 'Memory That Bad’ was produced by Haggard, followed by projects with Bluegrass Hall of Famer Doyle Lawson. Their latest release, ‘Lonely Street,’ co-produced by Lawson and Ben Isaacs, showcases the Malpass Brothers’ authentic songwriting and deep reverence for the golden era of country music. They are currently working on multiple projects, a new live album for 2026, and filming Season 3 of The Malpass Brothers Show. About Gaither Music Group: One of the largest Independent Christian music companies in the world and a household name for millions of fans, Gaither Music Group (part of Sun Label Group, which encompasses Gaither Music, Sun Records, Green Hill, emeraldwave by Green Hill, and Rural Rhythm), in partnership with Primary Wave Music Publishing, is known worldwide for its award-winning and top-selling recordings, including the Gaither Gospel Series, of which 133 products have been certified gold, platinum, or multi-platinum.      These recordings, which encompass more than 200 video copyrights, showcase gospel music pioneers; many of the finest performers in the gospel and country genres; up-and-coming acts; and country artists including Travis Tritt, Reba McEntire, The Oak Ridge Boys, Jimmy Fortune, Joey+Rory, Alabama, Alan Jackson, The Statler Brothers, George Jones, Vince Gill, Josh Turner, The Isaacs, and others. The Gaither Music Group brand has partnered with established artists including The Estate of Whitney E. Houston, Sandi Patty, Gloria Gaynor, Steven Curtis Chapman, and a host of acclaimed talent from various fields of music. Gaither Music Group has garnered sales of more than 50 million DVDs and CDs, including such PBS stalwarts as Billy Graham: God’s Ambassador, the only authorized video autobiography of Reverend Billy Graham; The Gospel Music of Johnny Cash; and three Elvis Presley projects, including He Touched Me and The Gospel Music of Elvis Presley, in conjunction with the Elvis Presley Estate. Gaither Music Group developed a strategic partnership with Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® in 2008; and its alliances with Capitol Christian Music Group, Virgin Music Label & Artist Services, and Universal Music Group remain bedrocks for the company. Most recently, the Gaither Music TV YouTube channel crossed the 4 billion life-to-date streaming benchmark and hosts more than 4 million subscribers.