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Credit Solution Services Presents the Free Your Mind Women’s Conference
Tomeka Lynch Purcell, CEO of Credit Solution Services invites you to attend the Free Your Mind Women’s Conference on September 16, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. “As a financial empowerment coach, my passion is teaching women how to take charge of their financial futures to build... - August 17, 2017 - Credit Solutions Services
National Bar Association President Announces Affiliate Chapters to Provide Pro Bono Legal Services
In response to Trump retracting denunciation of white supremacist responsibility for Charlottesville tragedy, members of the National Bar Association (NBA) will not remain silent in the face of the clear and present danger presented by an apparent sympathizer of the white nationalist movement in the White House. - August 16, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
TTMS Meeting & Event Division to Host Vendor & Craft Show to Help Stop Human Trafficking
TTMS Meeting & Event Division proudly presents an event with something for everyone. Great shopping, prizes, 50/50 raffles and more. - August 16, 2017 - TTMS Corporation
National Bar Association Statement as Trump Evolves on White Supremacy and Hate – Two Days Later
NBA President, Juan Thomas states, "Trump's evolution in his anti-white supremacy position leaves reasonable doubt as to the truth of his conviction." - August 15, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
III% United Patriots of Virginia Condemns Political Violence
III% United Patriots of Virginia condemns political violence that happened at the Unite The Right Rally. - August 15, 2017 - 3UPVA
Maine Fallen Heroes Foundation to Hold the Final Run for Our Fallen Heroes
This run has been going on for 10 years and has gotten way too big for one person to maintain so it will end. - August 14, 2017 - Maine Fallen Heroes Foundation
National Bar Association (NBA) Alarmed by the Sheer Depravity of the Actions of White Supremacists
The National Bar Association today issued the following statement about the tragic events which occurred in Charlottesville, VA. - August 14, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Juan R. Thomas Sworn in as 75th President of National Bar Association
Reigniting a commitment to civil rights and social justice in these precarious times at the center of new leader’s platform - August 12, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
National Bar Association Congratulates Member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on Winning South Carolina Democratic Nomination
The National Bar Association congratulates NBA member Rosalyn Henderson Myers on her successful Democratic primary runoff campaign for the South Carolina House of Representatives. “As a friend and colleague, it provides me with great pleasure to personally congratulate Rosalyn on her... - August 11, 2017 - National Bar Association (NBA)
Colleen Egan Selected as a Finalist in 18th Annual ITA CityLIGHTS Awards
Clarity Partners’ Director of People and Culture, Colleen Egan has been selected as a finalist for Illinois Technology Association’s 2017 ITA CityLIGHTS Prominent Women in Tech Award. The ITA CityLIGHTS Awards program honors companies and individuals whose innovation and success drive... - August 11, 2017 - Clarity Partners LLC
Chef Maneet Chauhan to Headline Feed the Children Fundraiser Event in South River New Jersey
Pastor Jimmy Dynarski of the Tabernacle Baptist Church of South River is holding a food themed fundraiser to support fifteen orphan children of tribal India. Funds will help provide basic needs, education, and medicine to the children and immediate community. - August 10, 2017 - Tabernacle Baptist Church of South River
Georgia Equality Endorses Alex Wan in Race for Atlanta City Council President
Wan again gains support of statewide organization as he seeks Atlanta’s second-highest office after two successful terms as a City Councilperson. - August 09, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Guilford College Shooting Guard Practices (Career) Goals at AC Hotel Chapel Hill
OTO Development’s soon-to-open AC Hotel Chapel Hill Downtown partners with the grassroots EmPOWERment program as part of its commitment to engaging the local community. This connection brought Leonard McNair to the OTO team for a summer internship, giving the Guilford College junior – who’s a shooting guard on the Quaker’s Varsity squad and a future entrepreneur – an opportunity to work on his career goals. - August 09, 2017 - OTO Development
Alphabet Communication Aims to Connect Every Address and Make the World Safer
Alphabet Communication has created a revolutionary communication concept which assigns an email address for every physical address in the entire world, creating the first complete global communication network. This gives an unprecedented lifeline for First Responders to reach every address and resident in emergency situations. The primary focus of Alphabet Communication at this time is emergency and crisis communication with a potential for expansion in the future. - August 08, 2017 - Alphabet Communication
HiNative, the Q&A App for Language Learners from Lang-8 Inc., Has Passed 1 Million Registered Users
The number of users on HiNative has been growing rapidly since entering 2017. The total number of registered users increased from 390,000 in January to 500,000 in February before finally breaking 1 million on June 26. The increase was driven in large part by a surge in users outside of Lang-8,... - August 08, 2017 - Lang-8 Inc.
Elaine G. Adevai Recognized as a Top Woman of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Elaine G. Adevai of Staten Island, New York has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Women of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of nonprofit services. About Elaine G. Adevai Ms. Adevai has over... - August 04, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Sarah Daane-Froehlich, DVM Honored as a Top Doctor by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sarah Daane-Froehlich, DVM of Casper, Wyoming has been honored as a Top 100 Doctor by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of veterinary medicine. About Sarah Daane-Froehlich, DVM Dr. Sarah... - August 04, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Avendelle Assisted Living Opens 6 Senior Facilities in Dallas
The demand and need for quality senior care is increasing in just about every market across the country. Dallas, Texas in particular though has been a focus for the increasing need to serve this growing population of seniors. Avendelle is a unique senior facility focused on specialty care and high quality experiences for the residents. Six new homes have just opened in the Dallas area. - August 02, 2017 - Avendelle Assisted Living
Introducing beHuman
beHuman, Inc. is introducing a global platform that lets users make a positive impact on social media. - August 01, 2017 - beHuman, Inc.
Beauty and the Beast Enchants and Amazes
Sudbrink Performance Academy opened Beauty and the Beast Jr. at University Lake School this past weekend. While it is SPA's first production, it has done nothing short of amaze those in attendance. "The show was fantastic," said one patron, "the set, the costuming, and the talent of... - August 01, 2017 - Sudbrink Performance Academy
Xcelsior Productions Present Unijamz Music Fest Back to School Edition
The 1st Annual Unijamz Music Festival (UMF) in the Greater Houston Area is a 3-part charity concert series kicking off on August 26,2017 at Xcelsior Sports Athletic Grounds (the Home of the Houston Dynamo – Houston Dash Youth (South) Soccer Academy), 14503 Fondren Road, Missouri City, TX... - July 31, 2017 - Xcelsior Productions, LLC.
Farm Animal Rights Movement to Rally Thousands of Animal Right Activists in the Nation's Capital
What: 2,000 animal rights activists representing 90 organizations from 12 countries When: August 3rd - 6th, 2017 Where: Hilton Alexandria Mark Center Hotel, 5000 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22311 Why: To train, to network, and to plan strategies for the coming year More: 80 sessions,... - July 31, 2017 - Farm Animal Rights Movement
Stewart Signs and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Announce Partnership
Stewart Signs and the Veterans of Foreign Wars signed a partnership agreement making the company the official licensed manufacturer of outdoor and marquee signage for the organization. - July 28, 2017 - EBSCO Sign Group
Charity Event: Founders Metropolitan Community Church Hosts Japanese American Internment Play, "Bits of Paradise: Kochiyama's Crusaders" (7/28) (Los Angeles)
On Fri., July 28 at 7 p.m., Founders Metropolitan Community Church (MCC) hosts "Bits of Paradise: Kochiyama's Crusaders," a staged reading of a play that focuses on the women of the Japanese American Internment who united behind the barbed wire to support their fighting men during World War II with a correspondence campaign. The movement was led by budding activist, Yuri Kochiyama, who would go on to be nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. All proceeds will benefit this interdenominational church. - July 27, 2017 - Marlan Warren, Writer
Tanager Writing Announces Release of First Full-Length Christian Book
“Andrea Cladis (of Tanager Writing) has a training plan. In Finding the Finish Line, a timely guide for living a life of faith, she spells it out, showing us how to turn ‘the cult of complacency’ into living a life filled with ‘passion for purpose’ through the presence of Christ in her life and the unconditional love of her family. A must read for the athlete of Christ." - Credit: Tina DeMarco, Writing Coach - July 27, 2017 - Tanager Writing
Carol Sankar Will be the Keynote Presenter at United Way A-LIST: EmpowHER Luncheon for Women's Equality Day
Carol Sankar, founder of the Confidence Factor for Women in Leadership, will be the keynote presenter at the United Way A-LIST: EmpowHER Luncheon on August 10, 2017. The luncheon will celebrate Women’s Equality Day, with a powerful lineup of panelists which will be moderated by WBTV's lead... - July 26, 2017 - CSE
Culturefest Prepares to Rock the Mountain for 14th Year
The 14th annual Culturefest World Music and Arts Festival will take over the Appalachian South Folklife Center in Pipestem, WV September 7-10 with a weekend long immersion in the creative arts. - July 25, 2017 - RiffRaff Arts Collective
Families Advocating for Campus Equality Agrees that Sexual Assault Procedures Need Revision; Victim Protections Not Threatened by Reform Efforts
Families Advocating for Campus Equality (FACE) commends the New York Times for publishing an Op Ed last Friday by respected journalist Cathy Young disputing the false narrative that FACE and Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos seek to weaken protections under Title IX for victims of... - July 24, 2017 - Families Advocating for Campus Equality
Bipartisan Tribute to Veterans and Those Serving in Congress Was Smashing Success
Annual event features inspiring speakers -- and a song dedicated to U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise by world-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns. - July 24, 2017 - Fedewa Consulting
Small Town Mayor Seeks New Businesses to Take Part in Economic Development Process
Mayor Williams of White Castle, La wants to work with businesses to secure funding for the purchase of existing empty buildings and offer incentives to bring in doughnut shops, bakeries, coffee shops, upscale lofts, apartments, retail centers, shopping malls, and most importantly mentoring programs for the youth. - July 22, 2017 - Town of White Castle
"Art to Me Was My Way Out" Says Rosalba Llenas. Once an Immigrant Born Into Poverty, But Today She is One of the Most Sought After Interior Designers in the US.
Foreign born entrepreneur and expert interior designer, Rosalba Llenas is quickly becoming known throughout the Washington Metropolitan area for her boldly stylish and ultra-modern design aesthetic. Llenas, the visionary behind the dazzling designs at Mason Social, a buzzy contemporary American... - July 21, 2017 - Rosalba Llenas
Faith Equestrian Therapeutic Center Finds Success with Help from SCORE Mentors
With the help of two local Savannah SCORE mentors, an exceptional non-profit organization that provides equestrian-based experiences to children with disabilities has been able to succeed, grow and improve the lives of over 150 deserving children. - July 20, 2017 - Savannah SCORE
Longtime State Rep. Managing Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Atlanta native Doug Teper to serve as campaign manager for Alex Wan, who is running for Atlanta City Council President. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - July 18, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Martina Sykes’ The heART Mission Partners with Bay Area Studios Foundation for Community Outreach and Panel Discussion
The heART Mission is teaming up with St. Petersburg, Florida’s Bay Area Studios Foundation for an entertainment industry discussion. - July 18, 2017 - Bay Area Studios Foundation
Iran Recognizes Women's Rights and Opens Motorcycle Track to Female Riders
After decades of banning women from riding motorbikes in public, Iran will finally allow women to race on a public track. - July 17, 2017 - Tavak Partners
National American Miss State Finalist
Miss Josie Cabrera will be competing in the National American Miss Junior Teen Division as a State Finalist held on July 30th, 2017 at the beautiful Indian Wells Resort in Indian Wells, CA. - July 17, 2017 - National American Miss State Finalist, Josie Cabrera
Basic Invite Launches LDS Specific Baptism Invitations
Basic Invite now offers instantly customizable LDS baptism invitations with real-time previews. - July 14, 2017 - Basic Invite
Monkey Around at the Zoo with Homes for Autism
Homes for Autism will host Monkey Around at the Zoo on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak, Michigan. Participants can register at www.crowdrise.com/monkey-around-at-the-zoo. Monkey Around at The Zoo will be a family-friendly "FUN DAY" coordinated and contained... - July 13, 2017 - Homes for Autism
Akraya Founder, Sonu Ratra Opens Her Business and Home to Afghan and Rwandan Entrepreneurs
Akraya will be hosting and mentoring 2 delegates from Afghanistan and Rwanda from July 15th to July 20th. Celine Uwnineza, is the founder of Right Seat, a Human Resources firm in Rwanda and Masoom Ibrahimi, is an award-winning Documentary Filmmaker in Afghanistan. Both women will spend the week meeting with the Akraya team, learning best practices, and strategies they can apply to their business when they return to their countries. - July 12, 2017 - Akraya
RE/MAX Platinum Agent, Guillermo Salas, NAHREP Ranking, #1 in Philadelphia
Local Real Estate Broker/Owner, Guillermo Salas, III, of RE/MAX Platinum receives award for Top Latino Agents in the United States. - July 12, 2017 - RE/MAX Platinum
The National School Lunch / School Breakfast Programs for the 2017-2018 School Year
Broward Junior Academy today announced an amendment to its policy for serving meals to students under the National School Lunch / School Breakfast Programs for the 2017-2018 school year. All students will be served lunch/breakfast at no charge at the following sites: Broward Junior Academy Perrine... - July 11, 2017 - Broward Junior Academy
Equilibrium Fitness Open in Piedmont Park
Gym and fitness studio just steps away from Atlanta BeltLine, with views and direct access to the north end of Piedmont Park, encouraging indoor/outdoor access and interactivity. - July 11, 2017 - Equlibrium Fitness
Aga Khan’s Diamond Jubilee Marks 60 Years of a Commitment to Faith, Pluralism and Improved Quality of Life
Shia Ismaili Muslims join with partners of the AKDN in celebrating His Highness’s endeavour to promote peace and progress. - July 10, 2017 - Aga Khan Development Network
Continued Strong Financial Backing for Alex Wan’s Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Two-term City Councilperson Alex Wan draws support from broad cross-section of residents across Atlanta in bid for City’s second-highest office. - July 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Welcome Reverend Julie Eklund, New Pastor of Redeemer UCC Sussex, August 1st 2017
Welcome Reverend Julie Eklund, new Pastor for Redeemer UCC, Sussex, WI. Julie is a recent Masters of Divinity graduate from the Chicago Theological Seminary, Chicago, Illinois. Rev. Julie and her husband Dustin and two sons are relocating to the area from Rockford, IL. Please join the people of... - July 07, 2017 - Redeemer United Church of Christ
Ex Catholic Provides Materials for Catholics from EvangelicalOutreach.org
"Good News For Catholics" contains five of the most important spiritual truths that Catholics need to know, according to ex-Catholic Brother Dan Corner of EvangelicalOutreach.org. With 1.3 billion Catholics scattered throughout the world and 23% of the United States population, this gospel tract has incredible potential for the good of their eternal souls. - July 05, 2017 - Evangelical Outreach
CrowdReviews.com Partnered with Reed Expo to Announce: Drive for Light-Weight Construction Shapes Aluminium China 2017
2017 marks a key year for aluminium, with China’s 13th Five-Year Plan putting the emphasis on the development of light-weight vehicles and the implementation of policies to encourage the auto industry to deliver greater energy efficiency and low emissions. With lighter manufacturing becoming... - July 03, 2017 - topseos.com
Nashville Church of Scientology Advocates Importance of Friendship and Bridge Building
International Day of Friendship was created to inspire peace and bridge building. At the beginning of August, the Church of Scientology will bring together a diverse crowd to dialogue for the occasion a third time. - July 02, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
July 4th Event by Muslims for America and Center for Pluralism
"Muslims have been contributors towards the well being of the United States of America from the very beginning, since the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776," says Mike Ghouse, President of the Center for Pluralism. - July 01, 2017 - Center for Pluralism
Project LINK Seeking Sponsors for Their Annual Back to School Event
Project LINK is seeking sponsors for their annual back to school event. Project LINK is a community based, organization dedicated to promoting education achievement, expanding access to community service providers, and improving the quality of life for low-income individuals via targeted case management programs focusing on children and their families that resides in Hillsborough County, Florida. - June 30, 2017 - Integrale Advisors LLC