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Miss Southeast Florida Attends Event in Support of Housing Works Inc.
The event was held on Friday April 08 in Manhattan, it included a fashion show, silent auction and reception in support of NY based charity Housing Works Inc. Fashion designer Chuks Collins presented the Survival Collection during the event. The event was hosted by Karamo Brown. Housing Works Inc. fights to end Aids and homelessness. - April 10, 2016 - Bianca Silva
Millions to Vote Against Two-Party Tyranny in 2016?
John Manimas predicts millions of voters will write-in his name for the office of President in November 2016 because of the electorate's extreme dissatisfaction with the two-party tyranny. Manimas offers a new election system that uses vote donation and party coalitions to identify a legitimate new political majority. - April 07, 2016 - John Manimas Publishing
Free Education & Enrichment Resource Fair: Los Angeles; Sunday 4/24/2016, Skirball Cultural Center
Looking for quality educational options and solutions for your children? Attend this free community event with Resources specializing in Learning Differences, Multilingual Education, Gifted and 2e, Educational Therapies, Tutoring and Test Prep, Online and Non-Traditional Education, as well as Enrichment opportunities in the Arts, Sports and Technology. - April 07, 2016 - Parents Education League of Los Angeles
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Palisades Service Auction 2016
Please join the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Palisades (UUCP) for their annual service auction on Saturday, April 9th at 7:00 PM. Come and enjoy a live and silent auction presented by a professional auctioneer. Some items included are musical events, dinners, restaurant/service... - April 06, 2016 - The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Palisades (UUCP)
Smarter Toddler® Begins Competitive Hiring Process for Teachers
Leading Childcare and Early Childhood Education Provider Smarter Toddler Nursery & Preschool® Selects NYC’s Top Tier Teachers for Elite Programs in New Financial District and Williamsburg Locations - April 05, 2016 - Smarter Toddler
World Index of Moral Freedom 2016 Published
The Netherlands top the world ranking with 91.70 out of 100 points. Among the most morally free countries, Uruguay and Portugal score surprisingly high. USA only seventh, just after Spain and before Germany and Canada. Saudi Arabia closes the list as the 160th country, scoring under 10 points. Islamic, communist and small Central American countries perform poorly. Russia and the former Soviet Union have middle or low scores. - April 04, 2016 - Foundation for the Advancement of Liberty
Charles Belk Named a National Ford Freedom Unsung Hero Finalist
Entertainment Industry Exec turned Advocate for basic human rights recognized for his national criminal justice reform efforts. Ford Motor Company and Tom Joyner Foundation announced that Charles Belk, Founder and Executive Director of Fitting The Description, is one of ten Ford Freedom Unsung Hero Finalists, as part of a national campaign honoring the outstanding achievements of ordinary people performing extraordinary work in the African American community. - April 03, 2016 - Fitting The Description
Full Court Press on Federal Justice Officials in Colorado
Prosecutors and Judges Could Not Withstand Judiciary Committee Investigation, Says A Just Cause - April 01, 2016 - A Just Cause
Chabad of Southside to Host 11th Annual Community Passover Seder "Relive the Passover Exodus" with Rabbi Novack
Who: Chabad of Southside; What: Chabad’s Community Passover Seder; When: April 22nd and 23rd; Where: Chabad of Southside, 11271 Alumni Way, Jacksonville, FL 32246. - March 31, 2016 - Chabad Lubavitch of Southside, Inc.
The Gateway Family YMCA Participates in Five Days of Action for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention
April is Child Sexual Abuse Awareness Month. - March 30, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Kazakhstan Singer Nursulu Shaltayeva Wins International Vocal Competition in 2 Categories
Nursulu Shaltayeva from Almaty, Kazakhstan entered the 43rd International Festival-Contest of Children, Youth, Adult on-stage Performance Groups and Singers Competition in Novosibirsk, Russia and won 1st place in 2 categories, Jazz and Pop vocals. - March 28, 2016 - UpOrDown Entertainment
Disabled Parenting Project Announces Launch of Online Community
The Disabled Parenting Project (DPP) is the first of its kind online community to connect disabled parents as well as those considering parenthood. The DPP will serve as an information clearinghouse and interactive space for discussion and connection. - March 25, 2016 - Disabled Parenting Project
Worldjunction Stands in Solidarity with the People of Belgium Following Attacks
Worldjunction, a social networking, entertainment and discovery site, today stands in solidarity with the people of Belgium following a devastating terror attack in that nation’s capital from groups that want to put fear in the world. The recent terrorist attack in Brussels on March 22 took... - March 24, 2016 - Worldjunction LLC
AABC Researchers Discover Major Cause Of Obesity
AABC Research Fellows Identify “The Missing Link.” A New and Important Metric, in Understanding Why Some People Are Thin and Others Thick Despite Similar Caloric Intake. - March 24, 2016 - American Association of Bariatric Counselors
Book About Employee Engagement Named One of the Top 5 Leadership Books of the Year
"Otherwise Engaged" by John Guaspari has been selected as one of the top five leadership books published last year by Leadership and Management Books, a brand of The Book Review Company. The book is available from most storefront and online bookstores. Visit mavenhousepress.com/our-books/otherwise-engaged for more information about the book or to read an excerpt. - March 24, 2016 - Maven House Press
President Obama Announces Commitment to the 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund to Support Community College Student Exchanges Between the U.S. and Argentina
Today President Obama announced a new commitment to the 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund that will create new partnerships to enhance regional cooperation and competiveness and provide new study abroad opportunities between the United States and Argentina. The commitment from CAF:... - March 23, 2016 - Partners of the Americas
Free Wheelchair Mission’s 13th Annual Miracle of Mobility Gala Featuring Tim Tebow
Free Wheelchair Mission’s 13th Annual Miracle of Mobility Gala will be held on July 28, 2016, at Costa Mesa’s Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Orange County, Calif. This inspiring evening will launch FWM’s Mission to a Million campaign to distribute one million wheelchairs by the... - March 23, 2016 - Free Wheelchair Mission
ThinkNow Research Client Wins Gold at 2016 David Ogilvy Awards; Clorox’s “United We Grill” Campaign Wins Gold Cross-Platform Award
ThinkNow Research is thrilled to congratulate one of their core clients, Clorox, on their win at the 2016 ARF David Ogilvy Awards. Clorox was honored for their exceptional use of market research in advertising at the awards gala held March 15th in New York City during the Advertising Research... - March 22, 2016 - ThinkNow Research
100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund Announces $1 Million Commitment from the Cuban-American Community to Support Student Exchanges
Today President Obama announced a historic commitment to bilateral study abroad through a dedicated U.S.-Cuba Innovation Competition as part of his signature education initiative, 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund. The $1 Million contribution from the Cuban-American community to... - March 21, 2016 - Partners of the Americas
Embracing Our Cuban Neighbors: A Smart Business Decision
A select regional delegation of more than 40 representatives from the public and private sectors from the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia traveled to Havana on an official mission organized by VamosGlobal. The purpose of the mission was clear: to see the country and explore... - March 18, 2016 - VamosGlobal
Growing Up Jewish is Not Easy
A humorous retrospective novel of a cantor's son growing up in the turbulent mid-1960's. - March 18, 2016 - David M. Mannes
"Senior Living Truth Series" A Huge Success in Educating and Empowering Oklahoma’s Senior Homeowners
Educational Seminars on Senior Living Options Attract Capacity Crowds in Oklahoma City - March 17, 2016 - OKC Mature Moves Real Estate Services
SPEAK OUT Art Show: Celebrate Earth Month with a Meaningful Art Experience Real Art for a Humanitarian Cause
To celebrate April the month dedicated to the Earth, Sexual Assault Awareness, Sexually Transmitted disease Awareness and Poetry, the Grace Divine Gallery with Sam Shakib bring together over 30 original large-scale artworks that speak to critical social issues including depression, suicide, abortion, sexual identity, gay rights, rape, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS, stillbirth, PMS, pregnancy, fertility, harassment, sexual objectification and others in an art show titled, SPEAK OUT. - March 16, 2016 - Grace Divine Gallery
Sugarman Launches Otto Warmbier Campaign
David Sugarman launched into the political/social activism spotlight in 2013 after he launched the #BringBaeBack campaign to raise awareness for American Kenneth Bae, who is imprisoned in North Korea. Sugarman’s goal in creating this campaign was to create more public support for the release of Bae. Through this initiative, Sugarman has met with top-tier government, political and social figures that include US Representative Charles Rangel (NY-D), and Reverend Jesse Jackson. - March 16, 2016 - SugarTime Records
HOPE Clubhouse Grows Community with Permablitz
Sustainable edible landscape provides wellness and purpose for members. - March 16, 2016 - Hope Clubhouse
Denver Seminary Announces Master of Theology Degree
New degree offers opportunity for Masters level students to deepen their theological education. - March 15, 2016 - Denver Seminary
“The Promised Band,” Wins 2016 Cinequest’s “Best Documentary” and the Canon-Atomos Documentary Filmmaker Award
The world premiere of The Promised Band, directed by Jen Heck, took the 2016 Cinequest Film Festival by storm. After shaking up the conversation about peace, borders and friendship in the Middle East and packing theaters for four screenings, The Promised Band received two awards; Best Documentary... - March 15, 2016 - The Promised Band
"The Real President" by Noah Kaindama
A recently published book that examines issues of political power and governance. Set in the fictional African country of Lubanda, the book explores familiar questions many real African countries and citizens continue to grapple with as they either fight to create a true nation state or face life as pawns in a tyrant’s playground. - March 15, 2016 - Noah Kaindama, Author
Snaggle Foot Round Lake Adds Monthly Dog Walking Packages
Snaggle Foot Dog Walks and Pet Care-Round Lake Illinois has added Monthly Dog Walking Packages. - March 15, 2016 - Snaggle Foot Dog Walks and Pet Care
Wesley Woods at New Albany Welcomes Emily Smith-Conlon
Wesley Woods at New Albany, an affiliate of Methodist ElderCare Services, is pleased to announce that Emily Smith-Conlon has accepted the position of Marketing Manager. In this role, she will be responsible for educating the community on this Life Plan Community in New Albany, Ohio. Ms. - March 12, 2016 - Methodist ElderCare Services
Down Syndrome in the Workplace - Making a Contribution to Our Economy Campaign
Although our society is learning to be more accepting of others' differences, it is still very difficult for adults with Down syndrome to find employment. A rewarding career that will pay them for their work. So as the world is preparing for World Down Syndrome Day on March 21, 2016, over at Special & Determined, they have already started celebrating individuals with Down syndrome who are living the American Dream by owning their own businesses or who have found fulfilling employment. - March 12, 2016 - Special & Determined
Drug-Free South Working to Thwart Drug Usage
Drug-Free South hit the streets in Nashville this past weekend, distributing copies of the Truth About Drugs in the busy downtown district. - March 12, 2016 - Drug Free South
LGBT Family E-Zine Debuts
After months on the drawing board, RainbowFamilyLife.com has launched. Comprehensive editorial content targeting the specific needs and concerns of the LGBT family. - March 10, 2016 - Rainbow Family Life Magazine
SPACELINES: URBAN LA - The Architecture of 4 Ecologies
In association with Architect Dion Neutra, and curators Dulce Stein and Roy Oldenkamp, The Neutra Institute Museum and Gallery is proud to present an exhibition of multi-disciplinary Los Angeles based artist and architectural designer: Seda Saar - Dates: from March 17th to April 5th; Opening Reception: Saturday, March 19th, 6-9 PM; Closing and Artist Talk: Sunday, April 3rd, 2-4 PM - March 09, 2016 - Studio Seda Saar
Giving a Gift of Flowers is a Thoughtful and Honorable Way to Celebrate Women’s Day, March 8
Women’s Day Holiday, observed annually worldwide on March 8, is a time to express respect, appreciation and love and to celebrate women’s achievements. Around the world, many people give fresh flowers to their mothers, wives, grandmothers and daughters, as well as coworkers, teachers... - March 08, 2016 - Womens Day Holiday
Push Media Group, PERGO, SISU Uptown Present Players and Pets Blackout Goes Green Celebrity Animal Adoption and Doggie Fashion Show, Featuring Star Goalie Kari Lehtonen
Looking for a way to make a difference in the life of a rescued animal? Join a cause that we all love, helping animals find "furever" homes and blacking out animal neglect and homelessness. This is a special opportunity to obtain individual tickets or VIP packages/group tables to a Party... - March 08, 2016 - Push Media Group
Elie Hirschfeld Donates $18,000 to the Jewish Community of Rome, Inspired by Visit with Pope
When Elie Hirschfeld and his wife Dr. Sarah Schlesinger visited Rome to meet the Pope in January, they were so taken by the warmth of the Jewish community in Rome. Today they announced a $18,000 to the Jewish Community of Rome. - March 07, 2016 - Hirschfeld Properties
Helping Bags, a Local San Diego, CA Community Outreach Program Gives Back to the Homeless
Helping Bags was created as a local outreach program for the homeless of San Diego, CA to give free bags filled with essential items such as water, food, toilet paper, new socks, and other products needed to survive on the hard streets. - March 07, 2016 - Helping Bags
It’s Time to Raise a Glass & "Drink" for St. Patrick’s Day, with Celebratory Single from Ayhan Sahin’s Album "Pop"
Third single from upcoming collection is commandeered by NYC-based label Young Pals Music’s founder & executive producer Ayhan Sahin. - March 07, 2016 - Young Pals Music
A Century’s Missionary Report Card from an African Viewpoint
The book, “Precious Mt. Silinda United Church of Christ (UCC) Mission,” by Mrs. Kate E. Sukuta is an informative book about Western Christian missionary work in Zimbabwe, Africa. The author found herself in a unique position of witnessing over a century of Christian work through her... - March 05, 2016 - Sukuta Technologies, LLC
VentaTV.com Launches New Shopping Reality TV Show Into the Hispanic Market
VentaTV.com today announced their newest TV show to air on Hispanic TV stations such as Telemundo, Mega TV and Rutas de America Terrestre TV! Vamos de Compras con Jenny Patrizia (Let’s Go Shopping with Jenny Patrizia) is a one of a kind 30 minute TV show that will highlight the latest,... - March 03, 2016 - VentaTV
Brian P. Murphy Opens New Personal Injury Law Practice; Weighs in on Family’s Right to Pursue Lawsuit in Recent Nursing Home Death Case
Nursing home murder case triggers new questions about a family’s right to pursue legal action against care facility. Personal injury attorney Brian P. Murphy addresses these concerns from his new law practice that exclusively serves Pennsylvania & New Jersey nursing home abuse & neglect victims. - March 02, 2016 - The Law Firm of Brian P. Murphy, PC
Publisher Releases a Two-Volume Collection of Childhood Bulgarian Folktales
Announcing a newly published collection of beloved Bulgarian folk tales brought to life for a new audience by Varna International Publishers. The Petals from the Rose Series presents the cherished folk tales of the land of Bulgaria newly translated by Rayna Rosenova, masterfully adapted by Scott Cairns, and beautifully illustrated by Boris Stoilov. Let your imagination soar with this two volume collection of Bulgarian folk tales by Varna International Publishers. - March 02, 2016 - Varna International Publications
Digital Network Specialty Corp Acquires Energy Flow Network and Prepares Launch of My Viva TV
Digital Network Specialty Corp., set to be a leading provider of digital content management and distribution services to the television broadcasting industry, announced today that it will distribute Energy Flow Network and My Viva TV. Digital Network Specialty Corp will distribute the TV networks... - March 01, 2016 - Digital Network Specialty Corp
Free Wheelchair Mission and MIT Students Work Together on Handcycle Design and Testing
In November 2015, students in Matt McCambridge’s D-Lab: Mobility Wheelchair Design in Developing Countries course at MIT built a prototype of Free Wheelchair Mission’s GEN_4 handcycle. The GEN_4 differs from FWM’s three previous generations of four-wheeled wheelchairs. The... - March 01, 2016 - Free Wheelchair Mission
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals Honors Members, Max L. Manning and Mary A. Manning, as the Nonprofit Organization of the Year 2016
For their achievements and accomplishments in the field of Nonprofit/Humanitarian/Missionary services, Max L. and his wife, Mary A. Manning (In Memoriam) of Topeka, Kansas will be honored as the Nonprofit Organization of the Year 2016. - February 27, 2016 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
The Desert Tabernacle: Ancient Torah Knowledge Reconstructed and Revealed
The Desert Tabernacle is a unique Torah blog, concentrated on the Bilbical Tabernacle (Mishkan) that Jews had during the desert wanderings. Recently added materials provide valuable insights into the text and never before seen renderings of the structure. - February 24, 2016 - The Desert Tabernacle
The Illusion of Us: The Suppression and Evolution of Human Consciousness
Matthew LaCroix is a passionate writer who believes very strongly in the preservation of truth in society, as well as the survival of humanity. The hidden truths to our history and who we really are which hide right in plain sight, beckon for the right person to piece them together correctly. - February 24, 2016 - The Illusion of Us
Handheld Stories Brings Its Unique Curriculum to the Oglala Lakota Reservation
Locally Based Charity Holds Silent Auction to Shine Light on Tribal Issues. - February 24, 2016 - Handheld Stories
RastafariUnion Golden Jubilee Celebration - Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia Visit to Jamaica
RastafariUnion is hosting a seven-day celebration and informational symposium highlighting one of the most significant events in Jamaican history, an event that was the catalyst for the global spread of Reggae Music, Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia's visit to the island. The celebrations will highlight food, fashion and cultural entertainment from around the world centered on the Jamaican culture that inspired it, Rastafarians and their Roots Reggae Music. - February 20, 2016 - RastafariUnion