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Superior Grocers to Celebrate Store Re-Grand Opening and Fruits and Veggies Community Mural
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains, will celebrate the re-grand opening of its newly renovated store in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 9, 2013. In conjunction, there will be a special celebration to recognize the first community mural... - January 29, 2013 - Superior Grocers
DifferenceWORKS, LLC Announces New Affiliate and Expanded Program Offering
DifferenceWORKS now offers workshops on gender in the workshops with two facilitators -- one male and one female. Having both perspectives adds richness and depth. - January 29, 2013 - DifferenceWORKS, LLC
RecordClick.com Announces Affiliation with Premier DNA Science Firm: New Services Include DNA Testing and Consultation in Addition to Traditional Ancestor Search Services
DNA Science Expands RecordClick's Genealogy Research Options for Tracing Ancestry. - January 27, 2013 - Record Click
Job Site Goes National as Care & Disability Sector Defies Trend with Thousands of New Jobs
The award winning carecareers job site is about to go national as the disability and care sector defies the job market trend with thousands of new jobs. - January 26, 2013 - carecareers
World Sound Healing Day - February 14, 2013
Become a sonic co-creator for the Earth! Join with more than 1 Million people sounding for a resonant-enhanced peaceful, healthy planet. World Sound Healing Day, is Thursday, February 14, 2013 at 12 pm your time. - January 25, 2013 - Healing Sounds
New Novel Sends Man Down Rabbit Hole of Discovery
Cool Side Of The Pillow tells story of stay-at-home dad Zachery Kleinmann who meets an eccentric older actress, opening his eyes to a brand new world. An exploration of a man on the cusp of major change as he looks for a cool way to define his life going forward. - January 25, 2013 - ASD Publishing
2013 Eastchester St. Patrick's Day Parade
Follow the Green Line to Number Nine. St. Patrick's Day will be celebrated in Eastchester, New York on Sunday March 10, 2013 at 3:00pm withe the 9th Annual Eastchester St. Patrick's Day Parade. - January 23, 2013 - Eastchester Irish American Social Club Inc.
"A Wandering, Wondering Jew: Story of Enlightenment on a Budget" Published on Kindle in Time for Global Belly Laugh Day
In time for the “Global Belly Laugh Day” celebration Jan. 24, author Mark Lusky announces Kindle publication of his book, “A Wandering, Wondering Jew: Story of enlightenment on a budget.” Loosely inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert’s “Eat, Pray, Love,” Lusky offers grassroots, common-sense suggestions for enhancing readers’ daily lives--including finding or improving a sense of humor. - January 22, 2013 - Lusky Enterprises, Inc.
Forest of Angels, Inc. Distributed $8750.00 to Local Charities
Forest of Angels, Inc. announced and awarded the winners of the Forest of Angels tree decorating contest on Wednesday January 9th 2013. - January 19, 2013 - Forest of Angels Inc
February Open House at Christian Leadership Academy
Christian Leadership Academy (CLA) in Troy, MI will be hosting an Open House on Thursday, February 7 2013 at 7 pm. - January 18, 2013 - Christian Leadership Academy
Tribal Emergency Management and Public Safety Training in Albuquerque
Indian Country Training is joining with Risks and Rewards Management Group LLC (RRMG) to present critical emergency management training for tribal officials, February 26-27, 2013 in Albuquerque, NM. The two-days will feature a combination of progressive exercises and lectures and an Emergency Operations Center Activation Exercise. - January 16, 2013 - Lamar Associates
Healthy Heritage Movement Hosts "Third Annual Honoring the Dream Candle Light Prayer Vigil"
Hundreds expected including business leaders, faith-based leaders, elected officials and citizens to come together in prayer and unity. - January 16, 2013 - Healthy Heritage Movement, Inc.
Herzog Paints First Contemporary Abstract Portrait Painting of President Barack Obama for His Inauguration Day 2013
The First Presidential Portrait Painting of Barack Obama for Inauguration Day 2013. - January 15, 2013 - HBT
Christopher Williams, A'Ngela Winbush, Keke Wyatt and Sean Blakemore Are Asking Everyone, "Do You Trust Your Best Friend?"
The new hit stage play, "Derrell Lawrence's Do You Trust Your Best Friend?" is coming to the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex Concert Hall March 16, 2013! - January 04, 2013 - Derrell Lawrence
Celebrate the Achievements of the African American Community During Black History Month
Every February across the nation people celebrate Black History Month. Positive Promotions supports highlighting the accomplishments of the African American community through budget-friendly educational tools and giveaways. - January 03, 2013 - Positive Promotions
Comtrend Extends Donation to the American Red Cross
Comtrend extends donation of North America Home Networking sales through January 2013, raising funds for American Red Cross disaster relief efforts. - December 31, 2012 - Comtrend Corporation
Outraged Utah Family Speaks Out Against Russian Adoption Ban
The DiGirolamo family expressed feelings of outrage and dismay at Russia’s ban on American adoptions. They adopted three Russian girls in 2002 and President Vladimir Putin’s ban on American adoptions today prevents that same opportunity from happening for thousands of Russian orphans needing parents and a good home. - December 29, 2012 - DontForgetTheChildren.com
Memoir Author Monica Holloway to Host Autism Friendly Literacy Brunch for Charity – 1/12/13
Autism author and literacy advocate Monica Holloway will host an Autism-Friendly Literacy Brunch for charity, including 20% of brunch proceeds to benefit Autism Speaks OC with matching proceeds, up to $1,000, to benefit the National Center for Family Literacy, on Saturday, January 12, 2013 from 10... - December 27, 2012 - Author Monica Holloway
Trio of Articles Exposes Issues Surrounding Birth Control-Insurance Debate
A series of three articles, by the author of the explosive exposé on the Religious Right, uncovers the multiple issues surrounding the Birth Control-Insurance Debate. - December 24, 2012 - Blazing Sword Publishing, Ltd.
Plan Canada’s Trip of a Lifetime Contest Closes December 31st
Last-minute holiday shoppers are encouraged to get their Gifts of Hope purchases in before December 31st so that they can be automatically entered into a contest to see Gifts of Hope in action! - December 22, 2012 - Plan Canada - Because I Am A Girl
Autism Memoir Author Monica Holloway Sheds Light on Understanding Autism and Its Lack of Correlation to Violence
Upon reports surfacing that Sandy Hook Elementary School shooter Adam Lanza had autism or Asperger's syndrome, autism memoir author Monica Holloway publicly declared, “I'm so worried that people who don't understand autism or Asperger’s syndrome will now associate it with violence,... - December 18, 2012 - Author Monica Holloway
Ending the Year with Inspiration at Tennessee’s Human Rights Day Celebration
The holiday season in Nashville will be a joyous one – in part, because progress has been made for human rights. - December 18, 2012 - United for Human Rights
Emmy-Nominated Filmmakers Bring Documentary About Ioway Indians to Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska December 17
Event Sponsored by the Kansas Humanities Council will Feature Q&A with Ioway Tribal Elders and Filmmakers Kelly & Tammy Rundle of Fourth Wall Films - December 17, 2012 - Fourth Wall Films
Why Whiskey & Apple Pie is Good for Your Health
ICareVillage, one of the largest distributors of videos on health and aging, just released a new movie called "Whiskey and Apple Pie: Delicious Wit & Wisdom Across America." This inspiring award-winning movie is based on a journey of two 40-something women who travel the country for three years seeking the wisdom of men and women over the age of seventy-five. Tippi Hedren, Mickey Rooney and 30 other seniors share the secret of happiness and offer their messages to younger generations. - December 17, 2012 - ICareVillage
Church of Scientology Making a Difference for Human Rights in Tennessee
“Scientology: How We Help—United for Human Rights, Making Human Rights a Global Reality,” details how communities are using the Church of Scientology’s United for Human Rights program to fight abuses in this field. - December 17, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Creations by Crouch Contributes Radically to Multilingual Education
The world is already changing both culturally and technologically in ways we never imagined. Adele's books are designed to contribute positively to those changes by enriching the lives of children. Available in both printed and eBook formats, her books are colorful, playful and they make learning fun. - December 15, 2012 - Creations By Crouch L.L.C.
Xclaimed Ministries 4th Annual Community Christmas Festival
Xclaimed Ministries gives away bicycles, toys and food at their 4th Annual Community Christmas Festival. - December 13, 2012 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Tidwell Swaim & Associates, Oldest Immigration Law Firm in Texas, Seeks to Help Those in the Immigration Process
Those in the midst of the immigration process may need legal assistance. Tidwell Swaim & Associates can help – they are the oldest immigration law firm in Texas, helping over 35,000 clients in their 35 years of operation. They are committed to offering the highest standard of client service in all areas of immigration law. - December 10, 2012 - Tidwell Swaim
Broadway and Concert Vet & VP of Programming at The Ordway, James A. Rocco, Follows Up to His 2012, FMQB Top 40 Adult Contemporary Hit with a Holiday EP, Cold Enough 4 U?
Rocco follows up his FMQB AC Top 40 hit, And The Night Stood Still with a holiday EP (Cold Enough 4 U?), that captures his emotional and rockin’ vocals. As one critic said, (he’s) “one of the most astonishing voices to cross the stage.” This is Adult Pop at its best. - December 05, 2012 - James Rocco
Joseph Gomez Premieres His New Catchy Single "Stay with Me" on VEVO
Joseph Gomez, aka JoeGo, brings a fresh pop-R&B act with catchy tunes and fire tracks from his debut album that are the results of working some of the hottest producers on the net. Joe continues to prove that with passion and determination you can believe in your dreams. - December 04, 2012 - Joseph Gomez
Bees Without Borders Launches Campaign to Help Kenyan Beekeepers
Andrew's Honey and Bees Without Borders (a 501(c)(3) launches Indiegogo Campaign. The campaign will seek to raise $20,000. In additional funds to help support its mission to build better beekeeping infrastructure for three Kenya villages. - December 04, 2012 - Bees Without Borders
High-Profile Homicide is a Tragic Reminder That Domestic Violence Can Impact Anyone
The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV), the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence (KCSDV), and the Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCADSV) ask communities to use yesterday’s homicide of Kasandra Perkins in Kansas City to shine the light... - December 03, 2012 - National Network to End Domestic Violence
The Birches Creates Halloween Cheer for Local Trick-or-Treaters
The Birches Assisted Living sponsored a Halloween event which brought local children and residents together for a fun filled evening of trick-or-treating and entertainment. - November 29, 2012 - The Birches Assisted Living
Christian Leadership Academy Hosted Its Most Successful Dinner and Auction
On November 10, 2012, Christian Leadership Academy, located on Livernois just north of Big Beaver Road on the campus of Zion Christian Church, hosted its most successful dinner and live auction in the 17-year history of the school. Over 180 guests, consisting of families and local business... - November 27, 2012 - Christian Leadership Academy
Dr. Leigh-Davis Supports 10 Donations.org by Starring in Its Commercial
Dr. Leigh-Davis vowed to focus on producing, but now she is back in front of the camera, with a commercial benefiting Hurricane Sandy victims. - November 27, 2012 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
DC Based Muslim Charity Changes Perception of Muslims in the US - Partnering to Feed Hundreds of Needy Families in the Nations Capital
American Third Pillar Charities partnering with the Embassy of the State of Qatar and the House of Praise, ATPC will package “meal boxes” consisting of a full turkey with all the trimmings. The boxes will be delivered on Wednesday evening to preselected families across the District of Columbia. The Muslim organization is changing public opinion of Muslims in the US through community work/service. - November 21, 2012 - American Third Pillar Charities
Living with Cancer and Jesus
The foundation for Ms. Graff’s book was a blog she created chronicling her journey with stage 3, muscle invasive bladder cancer. Along with the struggles and fear that come from cancer, Ms. Graff found great hope and peace in her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Her story tells of how God turned her fear into stronger faith, panic into peace, and assurance of His presence in times of hopeless abandonment. - November 17, 2012 - Kathy Graff
"Given Our Chance" Movie Trailer Released from Alex King of A.K. Film Production and Editing and Izidor Ruckel of Abandoned For Life
The documentary trailer for "Given Our Chance" has been released. Alex King of A.K. Film Production and Editing and Izidor Ruckel of Abandoned for Life/Ruckel International are happy to announce their documentary trailer. - November 15, 2012 - A.K. Film Production and Editing
A Great Year is Coming Up to Reach Out to the Hispanic Market! Here is the Media Kit 2013 for El Puente Newspaper (Indiana-Michigan). Latinos in the Midwest!
Hispanics in the US have proven the influence they have on the shaping of this country after the November election. Reach out to the growing Hispanic Market in the US! 2013 Media Kit information for El Puente Newspaper (Indiana-Michigan) - Help support their efforts to bring a reliable source of information to our community. Free publication. - November 15, 2012 - El Puente Newspaper
Male Sexual Abuse Conference in New York City November 15-18 at John Jay College
The 13th International MaleSurvivor Conference will be held in New York City from November 15-18 at John Jay College. It is the only conference of its kind that brings together survivors, psychologists, social workers, academic researchers, members of the law enforcement community, and friends of the cause to share information regarding their efforts to help survivors of sexual abuse. Currently, it is believed that at least 1 in 6 males are sexually abused before the age of 16. - November 12, 2012 - MaleSurvivor: National Organization against Male Sexual Victimization
Costa Rican Medical Care Free Seminar Details Business and Retirement Options in Costa Rica
Costa Rican Medical Care, a leading provider of medical and dental tourism plans in Costa Rica, is offering a seminar on healthcare, business expansion and retirement options in Costa Rica on Wednesday, November 14th at 1:00 pm CST. This is a free seminar featuring speakers both in the U.S. and in... - November 12, 2012 - Costa Rican Medical Care
Sharecare Names Sherri Snelling to Top 10 List for Influencers on Alzheimer's disease and Caregiving
Sharecare, the online site created by Dr. Oz, released its first Top 10 Influencers on Alzheimer's disease naming Sherri Snelling #4 on the list based on her blogs about dementia and caregiving. - November 07, 2012 - Caregiving Club, Inc.
Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in New York City
November is National Adoption Awareness Month. Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting two educational adoption seminars in New York City, on November 15th and November 17th, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. - November 06, 2012 - Friends in Adoption
Out Military Launches OutMilitaryNews.com
Out Military News: News for and About Out Military - November 06, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers Help Bring Joy to Local Needy Children This Holiday Season, Partners with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
Leader in self storage in Houston, Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers is an official Toys for Tots donation site. All four Amazing Spaces locations will challenge their communities to give new, unwrapped toys that will then be distributed by the Toys for Tots Program to local needy children. - November 06, 2012 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Green Card Lottery: Last Day to Register
This is the next to the last day available for potential applicants to apply for the Green Card Lottery, the Congressionally mandated diversity program that distributes 50,000 green cards to immigrants every year. As of noon, Eastern Standard Time, November 3, 2012, the Diversity Visa 2014 Lottery... - November 01, 2012 - USA Green Card Lottery
World Healing Day Founder's Newest Non-fiction Book and Novel Foretold the Franken-storm and Our National Health Crisis, and Provides Solutions
Bill Douglas's works have been called "visionary." As a global organizer (World Healing Day), novelist, and non-fiction author, he expounds an expansive vision of a green-energy economy that can end our recession; a new realpolitik based on compassion and human dignity, fueled by individuals all over the planet following their inner-calling; his recent release of the fourth edition of his non-fiction book on Tai Chi, explains how mind-body science can save our bloated healthcare system trillions - October 31, 2012 - Illumination Corporation Publishing
Animation Fans Applaud the Release of Ralph Bakshi’s Remastered Animated 1975 Classic "Coonskin" on DVD
A newly restored and remastered version of the 1975 controversial masterpiece becomes a hit DVD on Amazon. - October 29, 2012 - Xenon Pictures
Atlanta Indie Author Giving Away a Million Copies of Book, No More Crumbs in Campaign, to Prevent Domestic Violence
Atlanta native and Indie author, Samantha Gregory is giving away a million copies of her book, No More Crumbs, on Kindle for 5 days from October 27-31. The reason is because it’s the last week of October and almost the end of Domestic Violence awareness month. But just because the month is... - October 27, 2012 - Samantha Gregory
U.S. of Awesome Launches 2012 Vote Campaign: Don’t be a Monkey, Vote!
U.S. of Awesome has launched its “Don’t be a Monkey, Vote!” campaign to inspire voters to cast their vote in the upcoming election. To kick off the campaign, U.S. of Awesome has released a light-hearted video that gently ribs those who are not planning on using their right to vote this November - October 25, 2012 - U.S. of Awesome