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Film Festival to Promote a Week of Love, Peace, & Healing Through Cinema
The Inaugural Love International Film Festival in Conjunction with The Lotus Light Children Charity is Set for July 2016 - June 15, 2016 - Love International Film Festival
Another Buddy Bench Installed in Massachusetts, Inspired by Local Author, Arlene Lagos
Millis CFB Elementary is holding a buddy bench dedication ceremony on Wednesday, June 22nd at 1:30pm. The dedication is a gift from the fourth grade class of 2024 and is inspired by the book, "Outside The Circle" by Arlene Lagos. - June 14, 2016 - CFB Home and School Association
CSCMP Chicago’s 33rd Annual Seminar June 15, 2016
The CSCMP Chicago Roundtable announces its 33rd Annual Full Day Spring Seminar: "Supply Chain Talent Gap: Are You Ready?" The Seminar will take place Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago in Naperville, Illinois. - June 13, 2016 - CSCMP Chicago Roundtable
hussi.e. The Movie: "Can Ugly Ever be Pretty?"
The movie, hussi.e. examines the cruelty inflicted upon dark skinned girls, habitually deemed as less than worthy within the African American culture. The leading character, Desadier (Porsha Ferguson), is thrust into a relentless and profound journey of self-discovery. - June 11, 2016 - HFL Productions
Steve Alpert's American Contemporary Military Art Strengthens Bond Between U.S. Flag, Soldiers and Civilians
Artist Steve Alpert's artwork conveys compelling messages about the duty, honor and dedication of the women and men who serve and have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. His paintings present military personnel in action -- from pausing after a skirmish to an honor guard carrying a flag-draped coffin, and an Army Chaplain officiating at a veteran’s funeral. His art connects service men and women, which includes active duty and retired military, to one another and the broader audience of Americans. - June 09, 2016 - Steve Alpert
R4 Alliance is Proud to Host a Special Flag Day Screening of “When War Comes Home”
R4 Alliance hosts screening of TALLWOOD presents Michael King’s Documentary “When War Comes Home” with special guest General Peter Chiarelli. - June 09, 2016 - R4 Alliance
Corporate Humor and Specialty Stress Comedy Well Received by Military Yellow Ribbon Servicemen
Corporate comedy to find humor in stress not just great for businesses and associations but also for the military men and women getting ready to deploy. - June 08, 2016 - Healthy Humor Productions
June 7th Dem Primary Results Meaningless, Threshold Not Met, Says Tim Hunter; Debbie Wasserman Schultz & the DNC Face Federal Lawsuit from Private Citizen Tim Hunter
“The Democratic nomination process is not over,” says Tim Hunter. “This will go to the National Convention. The delegates will look at the alleged corruption, and make things right.” - June 08, 2016 - Tim Hunter
WOMB, INC. Sponsors Its 2016 Sisters Sharing Convocation Opening with The Consecration of Bishop-Designate Dr. Barbara E. Austin Lucas on July 15, 2016
In its second decade of ministry, Women Organizing, Mobilizing and Building, Inc. (WOMB, Inc.) convenes the 2016 Sisters Sharing Convocation on Friday, July 15-Sunday, July 17, 2016 at the Princeton Marriott at Forrestal in Princeton, NJ. This year's convocation opens with the Consecration Service of Bishop-Designate Dr. Barbara E. Austin Lucas as the First Woman Bishop of the Dunamis Covenant Connection (DCC) under the leadership of Arch Bishop Robert Joel Rochford, Sr. - June 06, 2016 - Women Organizing, Mobilizing & Building, Inc.
A New Breed of Winners Take Stage at the 2016 CIF State Track and Field Championship
Inclusion of Paralympic Sports Allow a Southern California Girl to Shake Up Misperceptions of What Kids with Disabilities can Achieve. Before Kendall Stier took center stage representing the Southern Section in the CIF State Track and Field Championships on Friday, she was already a winner. Born... - June 05, 2016 - teamstier.com
California Supreme Court Reverses Conviction of William Richards
Wrongful conviction based largely on discredited bite-mark science - June 03, 2016 - California Western School of Law
Christian Publishing Company Will be Launching a New Interfaith Guide This Summer
A new interfaith guide will soon be available to the public. As the world seems to be searching for peace where ever it can be found, world leaders like Pope Francis have put inter-religious dialogue at the top of their agendas. Other religious leaders are also encouraging interfaith education in a move towards ecumenism and understanding. - June 02, 2016 - Search for Peace
CD Release: Andre Akinyele Releases New Electrifying R&B/Hip-Hop Album "The Unauthorized Playlist" on Orange River Records June 3, 2016
Orange River Records will release Andre Akinyele's forthcoming album featuring the hit songs "After Dark," "Alright Tonight," "Keep Movin': Who's on the Telephone," and "Up" - June 01, 2016 - Orange River Records
Local Company Sponsors Flint Bug Exhibit
Local Michigan lawn care company, Lush Lawn and it's tree-division, Safari Tree, recently took on the responsibility of sponsoring the Sloan Museum's 'A Bug's World' exhibit in Flint. On May 21st, 2016 Lush Lawn & Safari Tree's CEO & Owner, Aaron Samson, attended the Sloan Museum's opening... - May 31, 2016 - Safari Tree
Meaningful Bipartisan Reception Pays Tribute to Veterans and Veterans Serving in Congress in Anticipation of Memorial Day
The Fifth Annual Memorial Day Kick-off and Tribute to Veterans on Tues., May 24, 2016 at The Capitol Hill Club in Washington, D.C. drew a crowd of 150 guests, including bipartisan Members of Congress, senior military members, embassy officials, senior staff and media. The evening featured a fine... - May 30, 2016 - Anthony Kearns
Dying to Be Free - The Compelling New Book Written by the Child of a Catholic Priest
After an unexpected accident and near-death experience, Hannah Robinson found herself radically transforming her life, while a remarkable new insight altered her relationship with her father; a practising Catholic priest. - May 30, 2016 - Hannah Robinson
Giving the Gift of Sight to Hundreds Around the World
For each pair of eyeglasses purchased by patients during the months of May and June 2016, Linden Optometry, P.C. in Pasadena will make a donation to provide eye exams and eyeglasses to children in underserved communities around the world. - May 28, 2016 - Linden Optometry, P.C.
Eton Institute Promotes Cultural Awareness for UAE Expatriates with a Free Ramadan Workshop
Eton Institute encourages the expatriate community of the UAE to understand and appreciate the customs and behaviour to adopt during the Holy Month of Ramadan. - May 28, 2016 - Eton Institute
Temecula California Troop 301: Three Achieve Scouting’s Highest Honor
Three local scouts: Richard Austin LaFleur, Gino Piccino, and Zac Skinner will be recognized at an invitation only Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at Harveston Lake House in Temecula, CA on Thursday May 26 at 5:00 pm PDT. The presenting speakers and color guard are past and present leaders... - May 26, 2016 - Boy Scouts of America Troop 301 Tahquitz Council
Save the Date: “Food for Thought: Feeding the Mind, Body and Soul”
HOPE Clubhouse presents mental health advocate and reigning Miss District of Columbia, Haely Jardas, as keynote speaker/ - May 25, 2016 - Hope Clubhouse
Save the Date for the 17th Annual Big Backpack Event on July 31
Join the Multicultural Centre of Southwest Florida to celebrate back-to-school with giveaways galore- backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, eye screening and more. - May 25, 2016 - Multicultural Centre
Free Basketball Camp for Boys and Girls at Northridge High School
Jeff Lisath Head Boys Basketball Coach at Dayton Northridge High School is offering a free basketball camp for boys and girls passing to grades 5th-12th. This is open to any school. The camp is sponsored by Jeff Lisath Basketball Ministries and Hoop Culture and will include instruction from former college basketball players and special professional guest, including Morgan Jones. Coming out of High School Morgan was ranked the 9th nationally. - May 24, 2016 - Jeff Lisath Basketball Ministries
Fastest Flip Flops on the Planet Have Pole Position for Indianapolis 500
Combat Flip Flops Stoked to Race with Schmidt Peterson Motorsports Indy Car No. 5 for the 100th Running of the Indianapolis 500. - May 24, 2016 - TA Group
Ely Finishing 50th Marathon for Wheelchairs
One man transforms the lives of 550 people with disabilities by running marathons for mobility in all 50 states, ending in Traverse City, MI. - May 24, 2016 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Woodmere Rehabilitation (WR&HCC) Will Participate in Red Nose Day
Residents and staff of WR&HCC will team up to fight child poverty by fundraising and participating in Red Nose Day. Red Nose Day will take place on Thursday, May 26th. This will be the second year that WR&HCC participates in this worthy cause. Last year, the fundraising total was 398... - May 20, 2016 - Woodmere Rehabilitation & Heath Care Center
Human Trafficking is No Longer an International Phenomenon
By taking the independent approach to filmmaking, author A.L. Smith has opted to bypass traditional paths into the film industry. Independent filmmaking is a growing trend that promotes diversity in storytelling, particularly for stories about women and those from under-represented groups of filmmakers. - May 18, 2016 - ALS Creations, LLC
Source One’s Latin America Liaison to Become an Inaugural Member of The Mexican Entrepreneur Association in Chicago
This week, Source One’s Latin America sourcing pundit Diego De la Garza becomes an inaugural member of the Chicago chapter of the Mexican Entrepreneurs Association (AEM). Recognized for his work in building relationships with academic and business leaders in Mexico, as well as educating... - May 18, 2016 - Source One, a Corcentric Company
American and Cuban Musicians Collaborate on Composer Yalil Guerra's New Album
The new era of relations between the US and Cuba inspired Guerra's new album, which features virtuoso musicians from both countries. - May 16, 2016 - RYCY Productions Inc.
Filmmaker Begins Pre-Production for Documentary: "The 33 Day War - The Hidden Truth" in an Effort to Determine How Does Peace Prevail
Hamid Karam's feature-length documentary will give people a voice who were affected by the war which took place in the summer of 2006, involving Lebanon and Israel. - May 08, 2016 - Hamid Karam Productions
To Commemorate Yom Hashoah Documentary Double Feature to Screen at the Museum of Jewish Heritage on May 3
Director Debbie Goodstein Explores Her Family’s History Over 70-Year Span in Separate Films Made 25 Years Apart - May 03, 2016 - Debbie Goodstein
5th Annual Wild Bird Fund Flocktail Party - May 5th, 2016
A Benefit for New York City’s Only Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Center - April 29, 2016 - Carlton Hobbs
Surprise Lake Camp Announces New Executive Director
The Board of Directors of Surprise Lake Camp is proud to introduce their next Executive Director, Bradley Solmsen, who will join their team on August 1, 2016. Since 1902, Surprise Lake Camp has provided an oasis for children in the beautiful mountains of Cold Spring, NY. The camp is proud of its... - April 27, 2016 - Surprise Lake Camp
Doni-Jo Minor-Munro Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Doni-Jo Minor-Munro, of Santa Maria, California, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of American Indian Educational Programs. In honor of her accomplishments and professionalism, Ms. Minor-Munro’s image was projected over Times Square, New York, on December 18, 2015. - April 27, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Dementia Society Taps Aging Specialist for Advisory Council
Noted aging expert and author Michael Baird Fossel, MD, PhD, has been appointed to the advisory board of the Dementia Society of America. He will serve as a medical consultant on dementia-related illnesses. “The Dementia Society of America is honored to have Dr. Fossel serve as an... - April 26, 2016 - Dementia Society of America
Dr. Stephanie Offers Tips on How to "Spring Clean" Your Relationship
Toss out those dirty habits and refresh your relationship! Dr. Stephanie Weiland Knarr, Ph.D., a nationally recognized psychotherapist and couples therapist, offers free Relationship Advice on The Relationship Repair Shop Radio Show, a weekly radio broadcast with the BBM Global Network. She invites... - April 25, 2016 - BBM global Network
Douglas J. Green Memorial Foundation to Hold 4th Annual Fallen Heroes 5K Run/Walk on Armed Services Day
In honor of the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country, and to pay tribute to those now serving, the Douglas J. Green Memorial Foundation will hold its annual Fallen Heroes Run/Walk on May 14, Armed Services Day. All proceeds from the event benefit military families directly. - April 25, 2016 - Temple Sinai
New Album Coming Soon: "La Vida Te Da Sorpresas" by Cuban Singer and Tres Player, Tito Gonzalez Y Su Son De Cuba
On June 17, 2016, El Cerrito Records will release “La Vida Te Da Sorpresas,” an album by Cuban Singer and Tres player, Tito Gonzalez y su son de Cuba, resident of El Cerrito, California. A release party will follow on June 26 at 7 pm, at Freight & Salvage, in Berkeley, CA. - April 22, 2016 - El Cerrito Records
AWESOME Announces Recipients of the 2016 ALL Award
Women’s supply chain leadership organization to recognize achievements of Schneider Electric’s Annette Clayton and Intel’s Jackie Sturm. - April 21, 2016 - DSC Logistics
ILTG Media Launches a Talent Management Division Aimed at Discovering New Personalities & Bringing New Opportunities to Existing Personalities in the Wine Industry
ILTG Media, the Voice of the Modern Wine Culture, recently opened a Talent Management division to complement its push of defining the next phase of the wine industry. As wine hits critical mass and the industry sees trends of total revenue increase YoY ($37 billion in 2014), co-founders Taj... - April 21, 2016 - ILTG MEDIA
Third Street Music School Settlement Awards the New York Community Trust Harris Scholarship
Three $25,000 scholarships awarded to college-bound students graduating from NYC public high schools. - April 20, 2016 - Third Street Music School
Tampa Church Will Feed the Homeless with the Fruits of Their Labor During One Year Anniversary Celebration - May 21, 2016 @ 11:00AM
Mount Olive Church will feed and clothe the needy in the Community. - April 19, 2016 - Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church
Immigration Expert Elizabeth R. Blandon to Brief DNC Committee on a U.S. Supreme Court Case Affecting 3.7 Million People
On Monday, April 18, board-certified immigration attorney Elizabeth R. Blandon will brief the Democratic Women’s Alliance in a national conference call from her Weston, FL, office to inform the DNC’s women community about the importance of United States v. Texas. - April 17, 2016 - Blandon Law
Cincinnati Native Returns to Inspire Positive Change for All
Kirk Smith Unlimited & Associates announces the return of Kirk Ray Smith, BS, MS, a native of Cincinnati-Avondale, who overcame obstacles and beat the odds. Kirk is returning to share insights and experiences to inspire and empower others no matter their race, age, lifestyle, pedigree, or... - April 16, 2016 - Kirk Smith Unlimited & Associates, LLC
Boston Ethical Community Announces Launch of Grants Program
The Boston Ethical Community, a Cambridge-based nonprofit, announced today the launch of a grantmaking initiative, the first in the organization’s history. The organization will begin accepting proposals on April 18, 2016, and expects to announce the award of the first grant this fall. The... - April 16, 2016 - Boston Ethical Community
St. Petersburg Human Rights Group Warns of Deadly “Side Effects” of Psychiatric Drugs
Citizens Commission on Human Rights St. Petersburg in Russia continues campaign to educate students, educators and medical professionals on the harmful effects of psychiatric drugs with a private screening of the documentary Dead Wrong: How Psychiatric Drugs Can Kill Your Child. - April 15, 2016 - Church of Scientology International
Talia's Steakhouse & Bar, a NYC Kosher Restaurant, Will Offer Prepaid Glatt Kosher for Passover Seders, Chol Hamoed & Yom Tov Meals During Jewish Holiday
Celebrate a stress-free Passover holiday with your loved ones without spending the whole day in the kitchen and cleaning. - April 13, 2016 - Talia’s Steakhouse & Bar House
Transgender, Mormon Male Joins All-Inclusive Fraternity Sigma Phi Beta at ASU
Augustus Crosby, a current sophomore, Chemical Engineering student, and transgender man at Arizona State University was inducted last Saturday into Sigma Phi Beta’s brotherhood. - April 13, 2016 - Augustus Crosby
NexGen Networks Expands Latin American Services with New Presence in Mexico
NexGen will meet continued strong demand for network services into Mexico by extending its network into Mexico City. - April 11, 2016 - NexGen Networks
Harvest Summit Innovation Field Trip Announced
A Diverse Gathering of Leaders Unite to Spark Innovation - April 11, 2016 - Harvest Summit
Civil Rights Day: The Humane Party Marks 150th Anniversary of Civil Rights Act of 1866, Establishes April 9 for Annual Civil Rights Day Celebration
The Humane Party, in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1866, has established April 9 as Civil Rights Day. Civil Rights Day will be celebrated annually on April 9 both (i) to commemorate previous civil rights victories and (ii) to promote additional legislation and... - April 11, 2016 - The Humane Party