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City of Hollywood to Present a Certificate of Recognition to 6 Year Old Musician Ethan Bortnick
Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Ethan Bortnick, six year old musician, for his exceptional performances and for bringing recognition to the City of Hollywood. 5.00PM - July 3, 2007 - Hollywood, Florida - City Hall. - July 02, 2007 - Ethan Bortnick
ReZoom.com Chooses New York’s Love Our Children USA as A Better World Finalist
What if taking only a few minutes of your time could help raise $100,000 dollars for a local charity? - June 27, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
IndoMeet.Com Redefines the Idea of a Virtual Community
Connecting Indians in the US and beyond, IndoMeet.com redefines the notion of online communities. Different from every other Indian-oriented website, IndoMeet hosts a synergy of offerings, from an interactive social network to Indian-specific articles, to the latest in entertainment buzz. - June 25, 2007 - Indomeet.com
Online Volunteering: A Great Fit for Retired Alberta Woman
It was 2005 and retired Albertan Gail Drinnan couldn't find a local online volunteer opportunity that matched her skills and interests. Now two years later, Drinnan still continues to share her time and talents via the Internet to help Macdonald Youth Services (MYS), a charitable organization located 800 miles away in Winnipeg. A Podcast interview with Macdonald Youth Services' Online Volunteer Gail Drinnan reveals that Online Voluntering is a great fit for this retired Albertan. - June 23, 2007 - Macdonald Youth Services
The Roger Federer Story, Quest for Perfection Book to Debut June 25
The Roger Federer Story, Quest for Perfection is the first U.S.-published book on Roger Federer, the Swiss tennis champion who is regarded by some as the greatest player in the history of the sport. - June 19, 2007 - New Chapter Press
Marion Virginia Resident Evelyn Thompson Lawrence Honored in National Program Celebrating Inspirational Elders
Honoring the past and nurturing the future keeps retired schoolteacher busy. - June 18, 2007 - Pearlsong Press
5 Days, 5 Homeless Shelters, 3000 Pizza Slices
eyeBLINK's week-long Pizza for the Homeless project to feed over 1500 New Yorkers. Nonprofit multicultural arts company, eyeBLINK, (www.eyeblink.org) will donate 75 large pizzas per day to a different NYC shelter, every day for a week from June 18 - June 22. The over-arching idea is to show that you can have one good thought, regardless of where it originates, and, because humanity is basically good, people will jump on the bandwagon and that same good thought will become a firestorm of good. - June 17, 2007 - eyeBLINK
Virtual Pride Event Unites the Gay and Lesbian Community Across the Globe
The premiere online LGBT festival, Second Pride, is about to open its virtual gates for the fourth consecutive year offering a week long celebration of love, diversity & unity. The festival grounds, now comprised of 6 simulators (sims), will feature a variety of attractions throughout the week. - June 15, 2007 - Second Pride
Common Assisted Living Operational Problems Can be Eliminated with Service Minder™ by Eldermark
Operational violations listed in surveys by the Minnesota Department of Health can be corrected with the help of Service Minder software, designed specifically for assisted living facilities. - June 15, 2007 - Eldermark Software
Children's Book Written for Children on the Perils of Child Molestation
Mi-Leing teaches children, who have been victimized by sexual abuse (or have potential to become so), with an instructive story on how to break the silence, and bring an end to this wide-spread unspoken violation. The story is written in the manner of a fairy-tale, and in the style of Dr. Seuss. - June 14, 2007 - Mi-Leing
DirectBuy of Toronto North Celebrates 10 Years of Member Service
DirectBuy’s Markham showroom to host a celebration and charity auction for FightSMA, a charity fighting Spinal Muscular Atrophy. - June 14, 2007 - DirectBuy
The Top Seven Myths About Vacationing at Nudist Resorts
Vacationing at nudist resorts is the fastest growing segment of the travel industry. It is a booming niche market with over $400 million in annual revenues. A recent Roper poll showed 25% of American adults have gone skinny dipping. Maybe it is time you should too. Make your next vacation a fun one, go as bare as you dare. - June 13, 2007 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
New Top Kids Websites Named by The Ratings Guy
Quickly find trusted websites for kids, from learning to skills development, reading, games, fun facts and "how stuff works," combined with news and great stuff about animals and the outdoors. Summer computer time is an adventure with trusted sites selected by The RatingsGuy. - June 13, 2007 - The Ratings Guy
Search for Truth and Understanding Leads to New Book
Reginald W. Davis aims to answer the question, “With all the different thoughts, beliefs, religions, and sciences, how do you know what path to follow in order to find self-actualization and spiritual-fulfillment?” - June 12, 2007 - Rexology Press
13 Year Old Girl Takes Trash and Creates Fashionable Handbag
In a world that creates more waste today than ever before, the need for recycling education is dire. Those that are left with the biggest burden to recycle in the future are the children of today. It is thus fitting, that a handbag designed from old juice boxes by someone not yet old enough to drive a car, would be at the top of many children and parents must have lists. - June 11, 2007 - HaleyBop
Global Woman Magazine Celebrates Its First Year Anniversary
Eye Images Media, LLC proudly announces the first year anniversary of Global Woman Magazine. The magazine that began as a simple concept has grown into a well-respected publication around the world. Women have responded overwhelmingly to the quarterly magazine that addresses not only women’s... - June 11, 2007 - Global Woman Magazine
CACEP Selects Stardonor.com Services as Their Internet Commerce Solution
Internet commerce is a needed service to continue to be successful website. - June 09, 2007 - Central American Children's Education Projects
Halo 3 Headlines Issue 7 of Free Xbox 360 Magazine
Latest Issue of 360Zine features Halo 3 preview, GTA IV, Project Gotham Racing 4, Devil May Cry 4 and many more. - June 08, 2007 - Cranberry Publishing Ltd
Voice Actor Discovers the Global Slave Trade
When voice over artist, Nikki Saco, auditioned for a role in Robert Marcarelli's documentary, Not for Sale, she knew slavery existed, but believed it was an isolated problem in a remote part of the world. "I now know the problem is neither isolated nor remote," Saco said in response to an email about the project. Not for sale - The Documentary, was released to DVD on April 27, 2007 and is available through NotForSaleCampaign.Org. - June 06, 2007 - NikkiSaco.Com
Katie Couric to Emcee First-Ever American Institute For Stuttering Gala Aboard Cunard’s Queen Mary 2
On Sunday, June 10, Cunard Line will welcome the American Institute for Stuttering for a first-ever gala luncheon to raise funds for the study and treatment of stuttering. The gala luncheon will be emceed by CBS News anchor Katie Couric and co-chaired by Sir Harold Evans, James Manley (CEO of Atlantic Pacific Capital), and Tina Brown. The Institute will award its first annual Freeing Voices, Changing Lives Leadership Award to Carly Simon, Dominick Dunne, Kenyon Martin and Jake Steinfeld. - June 05, 2007 - American Insitute of Stuttering
Sit-In protest by Indian Activist at White House for US Failure
To draw the attention of the world to the failure of the US government to ratify the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) and to highlight the double standards of the US government with regard to tobacco, Hemant Goswami, a social activist and chairperson of the India based NGO Burning... - June 03, 2007 - Burning Brain Society
The Ultimate Comment is Producing a Magazine in Dublin
The Ultimate Comment, a philosophical group based in Dublin, Ireland, is to produce a magazine in the next few weeks containing submissions by members and others. The magazine, whose title has not yet been decided, will be released for free to the general public towards the end of June 2007. The... - June 01, 2007 - The Ultimate Comment
For a Fun, Unique Vacation - Dare to Go Bare this Summer
With the summer vacation season having officially started, it's time to try something new, exciting, fun, and different. One unique vacation choice is to try the fastest growing travel trend around, relaxing at carefree and clothes free nudist resorts. - May 31, 2007 - The Terra Cotta Inn Clothing Optional Resort and Spa
Latin Pulse/AcuPOLL Launch Hispanic Consumer Testing Service
Top Brand and Market Research Firm Launches Hispanic Consumer Testing Service. Latin Pulse/AcuPOLL Develop Advanced Research Service for Testing US Hispanic Consumers. - May 30, 2007 - AcuPOLL Research, Inc.
Put Your Compassion in Action, America! “National Epidermolysis Bullosa Awareness Week” Campaign Eagerly Anticipated
Legislation passed before Congress and the Senate in late 2006 created an awareness opportunity for people living with Epidermolysis Bullosa, a relatively unknown but extremely devastating genetic disease. An inaugural relay-rally awareness campaign called "Walk a Mile in My Shoes" will stretch across America, from New York to California. For details, see www.ebrelay.org. - May 25, 2007 - Walk a Mile in My Shoes
Explosive Buzz Rocks 2007 NYC Licensing Show as New Brand Redefines Mainstream America
New phenomenon sends shock waves through the 2007 New York Licensing Show as Press and Companies compete to spread the news. - May 20, 2007 - Tattoo Johnny
3rd Annual Red Hat Society Day at the San Francisco Zoo
The Strutting Peacocks, a Red Hat Society Chapter, will be throwing their 3rd Annual Red Hat Tea Party on July 21st at the San Francisco Zoo. Tickets are $40 per person and that includes admission to the zoo, high tea party, and Red Hat Bingo card, for a chance to win prizes. All chapters and new members are welcome to attend. - May 15, 2007 - The Strutting Peacocks
New Television Ratings from Public Polling
Television Ratings for April 30 to May 6, 2007 from iTvRatings.com viewer members measurement sampling. The following is the first of a weekly TV ratings release by iTvRatings.com. iTvRatings.com is a free membership service offering the general public to vote for the shows that they watch. - May 07, 2007 - iTvRatings.com
Think Rich Social Entrepreneur Award
Think Rich Productions, LLC is presenting the Think Rich Social Entrepreneur Award to Wish Entertainment, Inc at the red carpet world premier event of Pass-It-On in Las Vegas, NV. - May 07, 2007 - Think Rich Productions LLC
Jeanine Recckio Named One of “The 55 Most Fascinating Palm Beachers” by Palm Beach Illustrated
Recckio Recognized for her “Lifestyle Innovations,” Trend Forecasting & Stylish Boutiques. - May 02, 2007 - Mirror Mirror Imagination Group
Earth Day Kicks Off ‘Raise Your Awareness’ Campaign
Smart Energy Enterprises is kick starting their ‘Raise Your Awareness’ campaign on Earth Day. In addition to events they are also sponsoring an online community forum for people to reconvene. The forum covers topic from Nuclear Power, 401(k)s, to same sex marriage. The difference? Unlike most forums, there is no agenda, no pressure to conform to a particular side; instead it is an inspiring attempt to create common ground. - April 22, 2007 - Smart Energy Enterprises Inc.
Visit the Memorial Shrine for Virginia Tech University at Madison Funeral Home
Local Virginia Tech University memorial Shrine located at Madison Funeral Home, 219 East Old Hickory Blvd., Madison, TN 37115. - April 22, 2007 - Madison Funeral Home
Supreme Master Television - Positive News for a Better World
Supreme Master Television airs positive and inspirational programming for a better world. Available worldwide 24-hours on the Internet at http://www.suprememastertv.com, all of its shows have subtitles in several languages for its international audience. Supreme Master Television’s global coverage promotes peace and understanding among countries, loving treatment of animals, and proper care of the planet. - April 18, 2007 - Supreme Master Television
Hybrid Mom Magazine Launch Party a Huge Success
Acting on the true meaning of Hybrid, the Hybrid Mom launch party at Smashbox Studios in Culver City, brought together people and moms of all kinds. In attendance, soon-to-be Hollywood Hybrid Mom, Megyn Price, from the hit CBS series Rules of Engagement, corporate mom executives from: Disney Corp,... - April 17, 2007 - Hybrid Mom Consulting & Media Group
Miami Tape Club Signs Artist/Producer Mobonix
Miami Tape Club presents ‘The Mickey Finn Special [EP]’ by newly signed Houston based artist/producer Mobonix. Mobonix is hailed as a rarity in the industry as a complete package with an arsenal of intense beats and a sexy lyrical delivery to match. Fans characterize his style as fun... - April 17, 2007 - Miami Tape Club
S.D. Mack Pictures Now Offers Free Photo Coverage for Charity and Fundraising Events
S.D. Mack Pictures, founded by Celebrity Photographer Steve Mack is now offering free photo coverage for charity and fundraising events. For over 35 years, Steve Mack has worked actively as a New York based photographer. Mr. Mack was the official house photographer for the New York Chapter of the Barristers Wives Organization chaired by his mother Lee Mack and former First Lady Joyce Dinkins. - April 05, 2007 - S.D. Mack Pictures
If You Lost Everything Today, Could You Remember All that You Owned?
MyDocuSafe.com™ is a revolutionary, practical, low-cost service for storing your important photos and documents in an online security vault. You can access your account at any time from any computer to upload or modify. - March 30, 2007 - MyDocuSafe, Incorporated
Pintail Youth Ranch Announces New Participants Accepted to TORCH™ Program
Four inner-city, north Texas junior high students have been accepted to participate in the innovative TORCH program with the Pintail Youth Ranch. Ranchers to receive mentoring and instruction in Team building, Outdoor Recreation, Conservation and Helping. - March 21, 2007 - Pintail Youth Ranch
MinoritySpace.com - A Social Networking Website Draws Celebrity Attention
MinoritySpace.com has grown to be one of the most popular social networking sites on the Internet. With thousands of users, the growth and numbers have proven MinoritySpace.com a success. Bow Wow, a well recognized rapper, is one of the many artists that have created web-pages. Users not only... - March 21, 2007 - MinoritySpace.com
Unique Time Capsule Project Allows Users to Store Their Lives for Future Generations
The Paradion project gives users the opportunity to store their views, dreams and experiences -- the whole of their lives -- over the ages, for eternity. - March 17, 2007 - Mantaki.com
AstraZeneca has Generously Funded the “Safe Adult Card” Identification CD Program Offered by the Claymore TRIAD; “Law Enforcement and Senior Adults Working Together”
The Claymore Senior Center will be offering new and ongoing programs such as the Safe Adults Card, to promote a healthy lifestyle for the 50 and older generation. - March 08, 2007 - Safe Kids Card, Inc
PublishAmerica.com Presents Bared Soul and Memories Poetry Collection by Izzat Youssif
PublishAmerica is proud to present Bared Soul and Memories Poetry Collection, a fun and creative book of poetry by Izzat Youssif of Iowa City, Iowa. Youssif’s collection of poems deals with various subjects of life. Youssif starts the collection talking about uncertainty - “Unsure... - March 03, 2007 - Izzat Youssif
Thompson & Knight Announces Commitment to “Community of Respect”
First Houston Law Firm to Join the ADL’s Diversity Program - February 27, 2007 - Thompson & Knight
Rising Violent Crime Increases Self Defense Product Sales
A recent consumer trend for purchasing the latest self defense products seems to be grounded in national circumstance: According to a preliminary FBI report on crime, the violent crime rate shows no indications of slowing down for 2007. In the FBI’s latest figures — for the first half... - February 15, 2007 - Harrisburg Safe & Vault
SEBIA, LLC Private Investigations Adds More Stalking Solutions
SEBIA, LLC has incorporated new technology to their stalking solutions to assist in making stalking victims safer. - February 14, 2007 - SEBIA, LLC Private Investigations
French and British Experts to Analyse Riots
Urban riots in Paris and northern England in recent years are set to be examined by international experts in a bid to address today's growing concerns around immigration, integration and identity. In an innovative collaboration, leading British and French researchers and expert practitioners... - February 13, 2007 - Sheffield Hallam University
Anholt City Brands Index 2006: U.S. Mega-Cities Dominate Ranking
American pie ranks high: 30 percent of world’s top 10 cities U.S. destinations. A slice of life: tops for doing business, higher education and fitting in. - January 27, 2007 - GMI (Global Market Insite, Inc.)
2007 Who's Who in Asian American Communities
Sachi Koto Communications announces the second annual WWAAC – Who’s Who in Asian American Communities Gala. The July 21, 2007 Gala will honor 50-outstanding Asian Americans in ten (10) Southeastern states (Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, North and South... - January 16, 2007 - Sachi Koto Communications, Inc.
Disabled Hurricane Katrina Survivor/Dancer and Disabled Police Officer/ Writer Creating a Storm Onstage in Katrina Play
Emmitt Thrower, a disabled retired NYC Police Officer, Producer, Writer, Actor and Tiara Mone't King (Sunshine), a wheelchair bound Dancer, Actress, Model and double survivor of domestic Violence and hurricane Katrina Survivor will perform together in the new multimedia Hip Hop Musical Katrina: A... - January 09, 2007 - Wabi Sabi Productions Inc
U of I President Dr. B Joesph White to be Honored, Keynote Speaker at 39th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Dinner
Dr. B. Joseph White, President of the University of Illinois, will be both honored and serve as the featured speaker at the Illinois Commission on Diversity and Human Relations (ICDHR) 39th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dinner and Celebration on Saturday, January 13 at the Chicago Hilton and... - January 05, 2007 - IPA