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"Diminishing Generations" Sets Its Voyage on the Battleship USS Iowa on November 14th, with a Heroes Cast and Interactive Wizardry
“Diminishing Generations” a biographic and photographic journey with a heroes cast of Veterans to autograph their lives in memoirs set to a series of books about WWll, Korea and Vietnam produced by Jodi Champagne, (author, photographer) on her latest project traveling across the country... - November 10, 2015 - Jodi Champagne
Airborne, All the Way! Triple Nickle History, Here to Stay!
Jordon J. Corbett is among the last living Triple Nickles. They were once known as the "Buffalo Nickles" as well as "SmokeJumpers" with the 555th Parachute Infantry as the first black paratroopers. - November 05, 2015 - Soldiers To Scholars
Surprise Lake Camp is Building a Swimming Pool
Site work began on August 31 and the concrete shell was poured mid-October. The pool will have an enormous impact on today's campers, and it will enrich the lives of young people for many generations to come. It will be a facility that will make the entire camp community proud. - November 05, 2015 - Surprise Lake Camp
Sweet Adelines International Names 2016 International Chorus Champion, Scottsdale Chorus
Scottsdale Chorus, representing Region 21, Golden West, was honored with the title of International Chorus Champion at the Sweet Adelines International Convention and Competition in Las Vegas this past October. Under the direction of Lori Lyford, the five-time Sweet Adelines International Chorus... - November 04, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Father of Slain Reporter to Host Townhall Meetings in Baltimore and Washington, DC
Kenneth McClenton, father of slain 27 year old community news reporter Charnice Milton, will host Townhall Assemblies in Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC to discuss “solutions not problems” regarding the unprecedented increase in unresolved homicides, missing persons and exploited children in Urban America. - November 04, 2015 - The Open Heart Close Case Campaign
Spreading Happiness Among Tennessee Native American Tribes
The Way to Happiness participated in this year’s annual Intertribal Powwow in Clarksville, Tennessee. - October 31, 2015 - The Way to Happiness
Karen Breidert Receives Sweet Adelines International 2015 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award
Sweet Adelines International is pleased to announce Karen Breidert as the recipient of its 2015 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award. As a 43-year member, Breidert has committed her time and expertise to advancing the mission of the organization, serving as International President from 1998... - October 30, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
All Lives Matter National Founder John Mohnickey Attends Funeral for Slain New York City Police Officer
All Lives Matter national founder attends funeral in New York City in Support for "Through the Eyes of Law Enforcement what You See is...All Lives Matter" a National Unifying Tag Line. - October 30, 2015 - All Lives Matter
Chicago’s MainStream Media Ent., Inc. Engages Mary Chuy Avalos as Director of Creative Relations
The comprehensive global production company MainStream Media Ent., Inc. has named Mary Chuy Avalos for the position of Director of Creative Relations. “As our new Director of Creative Relations, Mary Chuy supports our sponsorship initiative for our film & television properties,”... - October 30, 2015 - Mary Chuy
Megan Reilly-Cruz Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Megan Reilly-Cruz of Fairview Park, Ohio has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of counseling and education. About Megan Reilly-Cruz Ms. Reilly-Cruz is a Chemical... - October 29, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Princess Nadia is Back: Talented Books Launches Its 2nd Princess Nadia Adventure
Princess Nadia continues her adventure on the high seas by searching for the treasure of Captain James Joker Jib. One surprise leads to another as Princess Nadia and her team learns the real truth of the missing treasure. - October 28, 2015 - Talented Books
Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center Announces New Fatherhood Ministry Program to Empower & Enable Fathers in Need
San Diego-based pregnancy resource center announces New Fatherhood Ministry Program. - October 27, 2015 - Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center
"Natural, Relaxed & Beyond...Our Hair…Our Stories Hair Show”
Eta Nu Sigma is offering to the public a multicultural educational show that will highlight some of the newest and most advanced approach to the professional market in salon retailing, education, and distribution. Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter believes that professionalism and education are essential to the continued success and growth of the industry. - October 27, 2015 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated
Educational Documentary by Tortoise and Finch Productions Challenges Stereotypes on Domestic Violence
Directed and Produced by a Domestic Violence Survivor, “You Look a Lot Like Me” Explores Social Pandemic of Intimate Partner Violence in the U.S. - October 24, 2015 - Tortoise and Finch Productions, LLC
Kosherica Kosher Cruising and Passover Travel Around the World
Kosherica, the leader in Glatt Kosher Travel presents the most thrilling travel plans to date. - October 21, 2015 - kosherica
Binational Idea Competition Utilizes Ideator Platform
Ideator volunteered their platform for the binational Idea Competition being conducted by Tijuana Innovadora, through Angel Ventures Mexico. - October 21, 2015 - Ideator
People of Faith Abolishing the Death Penalty Featuring Mike Farrell of M*A*S*H*
Best known for his eight years on M*A*S*H and five seasons on Providence, Mike Farrell will be speaking at Westwood United Methodist Church on the subject of “People of Faith Abolishing the Death Penalty” on Sunday, November 1st, 2015, at 11:30am. - October 21, 2015 - Westwood UMC
SNUFA Now Operational; Help SNUFA Improve Their Network and Build a Social Network for Individuals with Special Needs and Disabilities
www.kickstarter.com/projects/1469191865/snufa-social-network-project Daniel Hood is a self-advocate and the founder of Special Needs United Friendship and Advocacy. Special Needs United Friendship and advocacy (SNUFA) is an non-profit organization intended to provide a online advocacy support... - October 20, 2015 - Special Needs United Friendship and Advocacy
Reverend Janice R. Nicholas Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Reverend Janice R. Nicholas of Mitchellville, Maryland has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of religion. About Reverend Janice R. Nicholas Reverend Nicholas has over 15 years experience in the... - October 20, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Open A Door Honors Dr. Cheemin Bo-Linn with SHE-DOES: Women Changing the World Award
Open A Door Foundation will honor Dr. Cheemin Bo-Linn with SHE-DOES: Women Changing the World Award on October 29th in San Francisco. - October 16, 2015 - Open A Door Foundation
Seniors Real Estate Institute Legacy Conference Provides Unique Industry Perspective on Serving Downsizing Senior Adults and Caregivers
Forwarding a mission to insure that every relocating older adult gets the level of service they deserve from their real estate agent. - October 15, 2015 - Seniors Real Estate Institute
Local Charity Partners with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s SWAT (SEB) to Help Kids
Local charity partners with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s SWAT (SEB) for the 20th Annual SEB Mud Run Benefiting kids with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Special Guest, Atticus Shaffer, “Brick” from The Middle. - October 15, 2015 - Peyton's Project
Experience the Emerald Effect! An Enchanting Evening Hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Foundation of Detroit at the Newly Renovated Shed 5 in the Eastern Market on November 6
An Inaugural Fundraiser for Community Service Programs that Support Children, Youth, Adults and Senior Citizens in Detroit and Its Surrounding Communities - October 15, 2015 - Alpha Kappa Alpha Foundation of Detroit
Local Valley Artist Ryan Tree Campaigns for Veterans with PTSD
End To The Suffering is a song & music video forwarded by Ryan Tree, an Arizona-based musician, philanthropist and animal welfare activist. Produced & directed by Malakai Creative, this short film raises awareness of Veterans affected by PTSD. - October 15, 2015 - Ryan Tree Music
Big Name Sponsors Help Local Non-Profit Raise Money for New, Youth Scholarship Fund
Sponsors like Mercedes Benz of Plano, Neiman Marcus, Ruth's Chris Steak House and Eatzi's donate to The Jim Utley Foundation's upcoming masquerade party to help the non-profit raise money for new 2016 scholarship fund. The event will be held on October 23rd, the beginning of Red Ribbon Week (National Drug Awareness) in downtown historic Plano at a new venue, 34Events. The scholarship fund will help families pay for sports and other extracurricular activities as well as drug and alcohol treatment - October 14, 2015 - The Jim Utley Foundation
Stan Lee's Comikaze: Come Meet the First Latina Supernatural Slasher and the Sexiest, Crystal Santos and the Cast of The Boom Boom Girls of Wrestling: MWP Presentation
The hottest and sexiest woman to play a supernatural slasher named Lisa Turner, Crystal Santos, in The Boom Boom Girls of Wrestling will be at Stan Lee's Comikaze on October 30th in the Screening Room 411 at 3:30pm and the Cast of The Boom Boom Girls of Wrestling will be participating in a Q&A panel and signings immediately following the screening. - October 12, 2015 - MWP Entertainment
Where Are All the Women in Tech? Asks Niche Recruiter Hydrogen Group
Diversity pays off. Managers have known for years, but research in the share price of gender and otherwise diversified companies has now proven this scientifically. Companies who employ more women and minorities create more shareholder value. “At Hydrogen we capitalise on the strength that... - October 09, 2015 - Hydrogen Group
Sandy Hennum Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2015
Sandy Hennum of Bemidji, Minnesota has recently been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2015 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Family Support Services. - October 08, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Ambassador of Scarsdale, a Luxurious Assisted Living Community in Scarsdale, Announces Initiative in Collaboration with Kerry Mills, Founder of Engaging Alzheimer's
The Ambassador of Scarsdale, a luxurious assisted living community in the Village of Scarsdale in Westchester County, announced this week its two yearlong initiative in collaboration with Kerry Mills, founder of Engaging Alzheimer’s, LLC.(www.EngagingAlzheimers.com), to design a... - October 07, 2015 - Ambassador of Scarsdale
New Research Aims to Promote High-Quality Civic and Political Engagement
Spencer Foundation launches $2 million effort to create first-of-their-kind measures. - October 06, 2015 - Spencer Foundation
EMSTaskForce.com - Situational Awareness - Support Hiring of Wounded Warriors
At Entropy Management Systems, LLC (www.emstaskforce.com), the owners are wounded veterans and are currently looking to hire SOF Wounded Warriors from throughout the USA. - October 06, 2015 - EMSTaskForce.com
Whale Watching Gives Hope to Families Affected by Huntington’s Disease
Turning tragedy into hope, one family has chosen a unique way to raise awareness and funds for a cure for Huntington’s Disease. On October 17, 2015, the Dickens family and the Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s Los Angeles Chapter are holding a Whale Watch ocean adventure, to help put an end to Huntington’s Disease and celebrate the lives of those it has taken. - October 06, 2015 - HDSA L.A.
The Coalition for Aging, LGBT (DFW), LGBT Elders Caught in the Cross-Fire with “Fairness Ft. Worth,” City of Dallas, and the Human Rights Campaign
The Coalition for Aging, LGBT (DFW), LGBT Elders Caught in the Cross-Fire with “Fairness Ft. Worth,” City of Dallas, and the Human Rights Campaign -- related to the possible Municipal Equality Index score for Dallas. - October 05, 2015 - Coalition For Aging, LGBT (DFW)
Dr. Edward Paul to Speak at Harvard
Dr. Edward Paul will speak at the Global Thought-Leader Forum at Harvard on December 5, 2015. - October 03, 2015 - Paul Vision Institute
Charleston Personal Injury Attorney Urges Employers and Employees to Participate in 2015 Drive Safely Work Week
Charleston personal injury attorney Frank Hartman is urging members of the community to recognize this year’s Drive Safely Work Week (DSWW) sponsored by the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS). By urging participation in the awareness campaign, Mr. Hartman hopes to reduce the risk... - October 02, 2015 - The Hartman Law Firm
Icons South New R&B Sensation Reality Jones Single "Not Yet"
There is new life happening in the R&B world today and its all thanks to none other than the R&B/Hip-Hop Songbird, Reality Jones. R. Latrell Knight has been singing since he learned what a note was. His career passion for singing was discovered when he joined his high school choir at Ed... - October 02, 2015 - Icons South Entertainment
AIM Leader Will Speak at BSC Symposium
American Indian Movement (AIM) founder Clyde Bellecourt will present during Bismarck State College's three-day symposium "The '60s: Turmoil & Transformation" Nov. 3-5, 2015. He joins Pulitzer Prize winner Lawrence Wright, Beatles historian Mark Lewisohn, documentarian Lyn Novick, historian Dr. Geoffrey Wawro and many more. - October 01, 2015 - Bismarck State College
MedSys Group, LLC Awarded Defense Healthcare Management System Modernization Program Subcontract
As a team member for the Leidos Partnership for Defense Health, MedSys Group, is pleased to be part of the team that has been awarded a contract by the Department of Defense (DoD) to provide an electronic health record off-the-shelf solution, integration activities and deployment across the... - October 01, 2015 - MedSys Group
Touching Tiny Lives Event and Fundraiser
Saturday, October 24, 2015 and Sunday, October 25, 2015 - October 01, 2015 - Friends of Touching Tiny Lives Foundation
Liberti Kickstarter Cancelled - But They're Not Giving Up on Jobs for Refugees
The Liberti Kickstarter campaign for resettled refugees was cancelled with just 48 hours to go, but they're "not giving up on it.” Liberti has earned just $23,705 of the $68,000 goal, and had less than 48 hours remaining on their Kickstarter campaign. - October 01, 2015 - Liberti
Innovative Youth Self-Defense Program for Kids Opens New Location in Queens
Kidsafe Youth Programs, a leading martial arts program for children, is proud to announce the opening of a new location in Queens, New York. This innovative program enables families to learn the importance of self-defense and safety awareness in a rewarding environment at a very low cost. - October 01, 2015 - Kidsafe Youth Programs
Judge Steven Leifman to Address Clubhouse International Gathering on “Mental Illness: Urgent Moral Crisis of Our Time”
Clubhouse International, a pioneering organization that has created a successful model to help those suffering from mental illness reclaim their lives and realize their potential through work and the support of a caring community, will welcome Judge Steven Leifman as the featured speaker at a... - September 29, 2015 - Clubhouse International
World Orphanage Foundation 3rd Annual Gala 2015 "Meet A Friend For A Cause" Event, Will be Held on Thursday, October 8th, 2015 in West Hollywood, CA
World Orphanage Foundation 3rd Annual Gala 2015 "Meet A Friend For A Cause" Event, will be held on Thursday, October 8th, 2015, at the JGerard Peace Gallery, Galerie Montaigne, and Rhodium Floors in West Hollywood, California. Sponsors: LeoBella Inc, The Kohan Group, Ariana Rugs, LA... - September 29, 2015 - Leobella Inc
"Senior Wellness Expo" Provides Lakeway-Area Seniors with Valuable Information on Health and Happiness
Austin Senior Resource Alliance announces the 2015 “Senior Wellness Expo.” The Expo is hosted by the Austin Senior Resource Alliance and sponsored by Lakeway Regional Medical Center. The Expo will give seniors and their families the opportunity to learn more about services and advancements that can make their lives easier and their bodies and minds healthier. - September 29, 2015 - Cummings Realty
Austin Area Real Estate Expert, Cyndi Cummings, Chosen as a Featured Panelist at the Seniors Real Estate Institute's First Annual Legacy Conference
The Seniors Real Estate Institute’s First Annual Legacy Conference, scheduled for Oct. 7-8, 2015 in Grapevine, Texas, represents the first-ever nationwide event designed to empower REALTORS® who serve seniors with a greater passion, purpose and plan for growing their businesses, while providing an often unmet need within families and communities. - September 29, 2015 - Cummings Realty
Lexington KY Nonprofit Closes Its Doors
Lexington, KY-based nonprofit closes its doors. Lamplighters of America's Board of Directors, at their August meeting decided to close. The Healthy Loving Leads to Healthy Minds program continues to grow. Founder and Executive Director Rebecca Sowell seeks another organization to help impact leaders in children's lives. - September 28, 2015 - Lamplighters of America
Dee & Co Group Presents the New Health & Wellness Guru
Dee & Co Group presents a new doctor in Town. Introducing Dr. Rigoberto aka Dr Rigo, the new Health & Wellness Guru that is taking the health industry by storm. For over 25 years, Dr. Rigo has been actively involved in the Hispanic community, specifically through his nutritional... - September 26, 2015 - Dee & Co. Group
Yad Ezra - The Helping Hand Hosts Stand Up for the Love of Messiah Jesus Rally; a Call to Action to Support Those Persecuted for Believing in Messiah Jesus
"On Sunday, September 27, 2015 while the world watches the pope in Philadelphia, on the west lawn of the US Capitol Building in Washington, DC true believers in the Bible and the God of Israel will hold a rally to raise the awareness in the USA of the persecution of believers in Jesus in the world today," says Larry Cheshier, Executive Director of Yad Ezra - The Helping Hand. - September 24, 2015 - Yad Ezra - The Helping Hand
Arizona Family Florist Supports Hispanic Women's Corporation's 2015 Scholarship Benefit Luncheon
Arizona Family Florist is proud to provide 150 table centerpieces for HWC's Scholarship Luncheon, benefiting young Arizonan Latinos as they strive to achieve higher education and socioeconomic success. The luncheon takes place Friday September 25 at the Phoenix Convention Center. - September 23, 2015 - Arizona Family Florist
James Gerdeman Makes It Easy to Get His "Red Shirt Equal Rights" Play
Gerdeman has placed the script and the performance license on the print on demand site, Lulu for easy access for high schools and theater groups. This allows teachers and directors to acquire a copy of the script for review. Then they may order copies and acquire the performance licenses for the play that features the struggle of minorities that led to the implementation of laws Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. - September 22, 2015 - JDGerdeman