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Minorities Build the American Dream
Talk with Fresh Coat Painting franchise owners Jesus and Estfania Walls and Raul and Paolo Castaneda and three similarities quickly emerge—their tenacity, optimism, and dedicated perseverance to the daily operation and long term growth of their painting franchises. Former salesman Jesus... - September 17, 2010 - Fresh Coat Painters
Harambee Legacy Live Radio Will Interview Dr. Marc Gopin, Ordained Rabbi, Professor, and International Peace Activist on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 12 Noon
Professor Marc Gopin, ordained rabbi and international peace activist, will join listeners and conversationalists on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 12 Noon for a one hour program on Harambee Legacy Live BlogTalkRadio. The call in number for listener comments and questions is 646-478-3116 at URL:... - September 17, 2010 - Harambee Conference, LLC.
Ground-Breaking Panel on Youth Risk Online to Kick Off Major International Bullying Conference
An unprecedented full day panel on youth risk online will kick off the 7th Annual Conference of the International Bullying Prevention Association in Seattle this November 15th – 17th. “To my knowledge, this is the first time that this many high quality researchers and risk prevention... - September 16, 2010 - International Bullying Prevention Association
The 10.10.10 Ancient Crystal Skulls Event: ‘Legend of the 13 Crystal Skulls’, October 9th and 10th New York, New York
Come Join and bring with you your Crystals and Crystal Skulls for a Two Day Ceremonial Event taking place on the weekend of 10/10/10 featuring 3 legendary Mayan Elders, over 13 significant / ancient crystal skulls with guardians and experts from around the world. $150.00 for this two day event in New York City. - September 15, 2010 - Oracle Stone Productions
Oliveros Cigars Signs Contract with Teka Puro of Istanbul Tobacco (Turkey)
Teka Puro of Istanbul Tobacco has signed a multi-year agreement with Rafael Nodal of Oliveros Cigars to provide consulting services and serve as the exclusive International representative for all Teka products. - September 08, 2010 - Habana Cuba Oliveros Cigars Distributors
IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud Urged People to Support 1 Billion Hunger Project of FAO
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud urged people to sign and support the 1 Billion Hunger Project of FAO. He said the fact that one billion people are hungry in this world of plenty is not an acceptable situation and it is indeed a collective failure. - September 06, 2010 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Latino Business Review Magazine Launches Spanish Edition
The Business Magazine targeted to Senior Executives from Latin America, changed its strategy and approach. We have brought a new group of collaborators in the leadership, finance, operations and technology areas. We have the cooperation of professionals from Latin America who have high skills and knowledge of the realities in our region. - September 04, 2010 - WDM Group
National Nuclear Security Administration Consortium Internship Program Seeks Qualified Students
The National Nuclear Security Administration is diversifying the Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) fields by offering internships through a consortium internship program. Members of the Consortium will publicize these opportunities. They include: The Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS); the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) and the Society of Mexican American Engineers and Scientists (MAES). - September 04, 2010 - NNSA Consortium Internships
MyDigitalFamily's Dr. S Assists Parents in Managing Kids' Media
Child psychiatrist guides parents in exploiting the electronic world that surrounds children. - September 01, 2010 - MyDigitalFamily
Celebrity Impersonators Invade Orlando in September
Over 100 Professional Celebrity Impersonators from Barack Obama to Cher to Bette Midler and Lady GaGa will travel and perform in Orlando, Florida for the 8th Annual Sunburst Convention of Celebrity Impersonators at The Rosen Plaza Resort on September 24 and 25. - August 30, 2010 - The Sunburst Convention
P.A.N.D.O.R.A. Urges Swift Action by U.S. Health Agencies to Improve Quality of Life for CFS Patients
Patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) in other countries, have endured too many years of misinformation, neglect, and mistreatment. “With a retrovirus infection now demonstrated to be present in the majority of CFS patients, now is the time... - August 25, 2010 - PANDORA Org
Blue Ridge Reaches Latin America
Omar Velázquez brings buying breakthrough to Latin American markets - August 23, 2010 - Blue Ridge Inventory Group, LLC
Markhoff & Mittman Attorneys Offer Course on Disability Law
Brian Mittman, Managing Partner of Markhoff & Mittman and author of the bestselling book 5 Deadly Sins That Will Derail Your NY Worker's Comp Case along with Scott Daniels, Associate Social Security Disability attorney at M&M, offer an online course entitled How To Handle a Federal Disability Case as part of Lawline.com's online continuing education program. - August 17, 2010 - Markhoff & Mittman PC
U.S. Ambassador, Nicole Avant, Raises Autism Awareness in The Bahamas
Actress, bestselling author, and international autism activist Holly Robinson-Peete, and her husband former NFL quarterback, Rodney Peete, will be the special guests of United States Ambassador Nicole Avant at a reception on Monday August 16 to raise awareness about Autism. - August 14, 2010 - US Department of State, U.S. Embassy, Nassau
My-Island-Jamaica.com Launched Their Fan Page
Consistent with their objective of sharing the uniqueness of Jamaica with the world, My-Island-Jamaica.com has launched their new and exciting fan page, dedicated in particular to all lovers of our beautiful island. Jamaicans from home and abroad can interact directly with each other in a positive... - August 10, 2010 - My-Island-Jamaica.com
Sales Consultants Make for a Power Duo Leading Kemmons Wilson Companies in a Positive Direction
Kemmons Wilson Companies announced that Martinez and Batkie will handle sales at three Memphis- area KW communities: The Oaks at Woodchase in Cordova; The Village at Schilling Farms in Collierville, TN; and The Oaks at Parkview in Olive Branch, MS. - August 07, 2010 - Kemmons Wilson Communities
Cubanero Enterprises Introduces Premium Cigar Brand REINADO at the 78th Annual IPCPR Convention and International Trade Show
Innovative brand employs unique fermentation to produce an upscale, distinguished blend. - August 05, 2010 - REINADO Cigars
Are You a Skeptic or Believer? Queendom.com Reveals Results of Their Paranormal Beliefs Study
Queendom.com delves into the mystical and supernatural, and makes interesting discoveries about people’s beliefs. - August 03, 2010 - PsychTests AIM Inc.
Ted L. Nancy Illustrator to Illustrate Children's Books
Alan Marder, the illustrator of the Ted L. Nancy series of books, has signed on to illustrate a series of children's books by W. J. Brutocao. - August 01, 2010 - W. J. Brutocao
Lamar Associates Applauds the President’s Signing Into Law, the Tribal Law and Order Bill
“The Tribal Law and Order Act is an important step to address the major crime and drug challenges facing our Tribal communities.” – Walter Lamar - July 30, 2010 - Lamar Associates
International Pop Singer, Jose Hendrix Creates World Pop CD Collaborating Virtually Across Two Continents
African artist Jose Hendrix and American songwriting team Mye-Isle Productions launch virtual recording partnership that combines cultures, languages and musical styles using the Internet. - July 30, 2010 - Mye-Isle Productions
Serengeti Law and the Minority Corporate Counsel Association Partner for "Serengeti Gives" Initiative to Advance Diversity
Scholarships for minority law students generated by referrals of new customers to Serengeti - July 30, 2010 - Serengeti Law
Volunteers from the Home Depot, KaBOOM!, New Economics for Women, Child Care Resource Center Join Forces to Build a New Playground in One Day
This Thursday 200 Volunteers will be working hard to complete a KaBOOM! playground in just one day. Built in NEW’s Tierra del Sol, award winning mixed-use master planned community in Canoga Park and located in one of the poorest areas in the San Fernando Valley the, the project was built on an abandoned five-acre site that was once a city-owned. Many City of Los Angeles elected officials confirmed to appear and lend support. - July 28, 2010 - child care resource center
Over 50’s Cruise and Surf
The results of a new study by UK Online Measurement Company show that cruise.co.uk is amongst the top 10 most popular websites used by the over-50’s. Internet usage continues to rise in Britain; this year reaching almost 39 million people logging on regularly. This is nearly a staggering 2... - July 28, 2010 - cruise.co.uk Ltd
NuU Unlimited Support the Skyline Soiree Benefit, American Cancer Society
Skyline Soiree, a benefit for the American Cancer Society 2010, was a huge success from volunteers and donors who participated in the June 2010 event. The American Cancer Society is the largest community-based health agency internationally. The Skyline Soiree took place at Millenium Park last month. - July 28, 2010 - NuU Unlimited
Jim and Madlene Moseley of TransGuardian.com Meet Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi
Jim and Madlene Moseley of TransGuardian.com attended the Orange County World Affairs Council Dinner honoring Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. The Moseleys were guests of Thomas L. Phillips, Chairman and Founder of Eagle Publishing, who published Reza Pahlavi's recent book, Winds of Change, under the Regnery imprimatur. - July 26, 2010 - TransGuardian, Inc.
European Algae Oil Omega-3 Access Increases with Source-Omega’s Products and Services
Source-Omega's Pure One™ brand moves towards private label offering and licensing in a growing market with green economic outlook. Estimated at $400M, the total European omega-3 market is now doubling every 10 years. - July 22, 2010 - Source-Omega
The Mary Magdalene Project to Celebrate Three Decades Helping Women Prostitutes Turn Their Lives Around at the 30th Anniversary Kick-Off Party
You are invited to attend the Mary Magdalene Project's 30th Anniversary Kick-Off Party at its all new Drop-In Center to celebrate helping prostitutes get off the streets and better their lives. - July 19, 2010 - Mary Magdalene Project
P.A.N.D.O.R.A. NeuroEndocrineImmune (NEI) Center Resolution Approved by the New Jersey State Senate
Resolution SR-20 supporting the establishment of the NeuroEndocrineImmune (NEI) Center™, the first research center in the state of New Jersey and in the U.S., dedicated to understanding and treating chronic neuroendocrineimmune (NEI) illnesses which includes chronic fatigue syndrome,... - July 17, 2010 - PANDORA Org
Randy Jacobs Joins Disability Law Firm, Markhoff & Mittman
Brian Mittman, Managing Partner of Markhoff & Mittman, P.C., is pleased to announce the addition of attorney Randy Jacobs to his firm. Jacobs will practice workers’ compensation and disability law. White Plains Workers’ Comp attorney, Brian M. Mittman, is pleased to announce the... - July 16, 2010 - Markhoff & Mittman PC
Soul Centered Health is Battling Obesity with Hypnotic Gastric Bypass
Clients undergo Hypnosis to simulate an actual Surgical gastric bypass and experience dramatic weight loss without pain or complication risk. - July 16, 2010 - Soul Centered Health
Combi® USA Launches New Swing with Remote Control
The travel-sized Yurikago Swing with remote control offers parents convenience. - July 14, 2010 - Combi USA
Hindu Memorial Day to be Observed on Aug. 14th, Essay Competition Announced
Hindu Mahasabha of America (aka Hindu Congress of America) will sponsor the observance of Hindu Memorial Day on August 14th along with hosting its annual meeting on the same day in Houston, TX. An essay competition with three awards in the amounts of $1,000, $500 and $250 respectively for the... - July 14, 2010 - Hindu Mahasabha of America Inc.
Award-Winning Story of a Pastor’s Struggles and Victories Released to DVD by Lukas Media Distribution
Greg Laurie of Harvest Ministries Chronicles His Journey from Abuse to Redemption in Lost Boy - July 12, 2010 - Lukas Media LLC
Achieving Success Through Franchising with Franchise Beacon
Club Tabby business owners are extremely happy with the explosive expansion and expertise Franchise Beacon offers. - July 12, 2010 - Franchise Beacon LLC
Sonitrol Pacific Thwarts Community Center Burglary
Banging sounds and voices picked up by audio security sensors allowed police to arrest a suspect before he could get inside a Marysville community center July 8. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Jessica Culver received an impact-activated audio security alert from the Boys & Girls Club just after... - July 10, 2010 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Media Invited to Debate on Pending Immigration Law July 17 at Golden Key's International Summit in Scottsdale AZ
Golden Key International Honour Society will host a panel discussion on the controversial Arizona Senate Bill 1070 on Saturday, July 17, as part of its annual International Summit. The discussion will be held at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Ariz., with Joe Arpaio, Sheriff of Maricopa County; Paul Knost, criminal defense lawyer; and Ben Miranda, House of Representatives District 16. - July 08, 2010 - Golden Key International Honour Society
Total Mortgage Expands Reverse Mortgage Program to Assist Growing Senior Population
Total Mortgage Services, a leading mortgage lender and broker, announced today it is expanding its reverse mortgage lending operation. This Reverse Mortgage Program, along with some of its lowest mortgage rates, will help more senior homeowners in need of accessing the equity available in their homes. - July 06, 2010 - Total Mortgage
Mykonos Accommodation Center Supports the 2nd XLsior Gay International Festival on Mykonos Island - August 20 -28
LifeZONE events is proud to present for the second time the most Glamorous and Fun festival of the summer, the XLsior Festival 2010 in Mykonos. Mykonos Accommodation Center organizes your room reservation & provides the pass for all parties. - July 06, 2010 - Mykonos Accommodation Center
UNI Press Publications Announces a New Novel, Isn’t She Lovely, by Ebony Nicole
Isn’t She Lovely Addresses Issues that Drives the Reader to Question our Collective Roles as a Society and our Commitment to the Futures of our Youth, and the Importance of Self Esteem. - July 06, 2010 - UNI Press Publications
New Inspirational Booger Book from The PhazelFOZ Company
The phazelFOZ Company has brought together author DJ Corchin and illustrator Dan Dougherty once again to publish a new charming and fun children’s book, You Got A Boogie. A silly and heartwarming, full-colored story that provides a hilarious opportunity to speak with kids about telling... - July 01, 2010 - The Phazelfoz Company, LLC
Rare South African Wines Showcased at the South African Food & Wine Festival
Twenty of the finest wines to come out of the world-renown wine regions of Stellenbosch, Paarl & Robertson Valley, S.A. will be showcased at the 5th annual South African Food & Wine Festival, July 10th & 11th 2010 at Grayhaven Winery, Gum Spring, Virginia. The festival is a celebration... - June 30, 2010 - Grayhaven Winery
Free Advertising Offered to Tourism & Visitor / Convention Bureaus in the Gulf Region Affected by the Horizon Oil Spill
Winemaking social network forum WinePress.US is offering free advertising for a limited time to all visitor convention and tourism bureaus affected by the oil spill in the Gulf. - June 29, 2010 - WinePress.US
New San Diego Reality TV Show Features Sexy Swimsuit Models, Cat Fights, Legendary Parties, and, of Course, Helping the Homeless (?)
Nicked-Named the "PB Millionaire," Reality TV Producer Jim Lawlor Talks Openly About the the PB (Pacific Beach) Reality Show in Revealing New Video: Click on link to watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYuf9q-nR1g. - June 28, 2010 - The PB Reality TV Show
Italian Language Meetup Group Starts Cineforum Italiano: Sharing Italian Culture Through Cinema
Cineforum Italiano is dedicated to sharing Italian culture through film with Washington, DC audiences. Italian films with English subtitles will be screened throughout the year. All films are open to the public. Please visit the website, www.meetup.com/italiano, for full details, including location, start times, schedule and movie reviews. - June 27, 2010 - The Washington, DC Italian Language Meetup Group
Socialism to be Discussed at Monthly Gathering of Freedom & Virtue Institute
Please reserve your seat for the Freedom & Virtue Institute’s next Hour of Freedom to be held on July 7 at 6 p.m. at The Forest Country Club in Fort Myers. Their topic will be: "What is socialism anyway?" An intellectual discussion on the history of socialism and its political... - June 26, 2010 - Freedom & Virtue Institute
Fireworks and Your Family: Leave It to the Pros. Wisconsin Pediatricians Urge Caregivers to Prohibit Use of Fireworks.
Many families use fireworks as entertainment during the summer months, especially over the Fourth of July holiday. But is it safe? A surprising number of injuries and fatalities occur each year from using fireworks at home. It is much safer and easier to enjoy fireworks displays at events organized by professionals. - June 25, 2010 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
EBE Ensemble Presents Free Summer Shows in Prospect Park at the Music Pagoda
This Summer, EBE Ensemble brings "Shakespeare in the Pagoda" to Prospect Park, with free productions of Romeo & Juliet and Julius Caesar in repertory with a company of 12 actors. Performances begin July 24 at the Prospect Park Music Pagoda. - June 24, 2010 - EBE Ensemble
Medical Modalities Seeks Partners to Market Air Fluidized Therapy Medical Beds
Medical Modalities is a distributor of Air Fluidized Therapy (AFT) Beds for patients primarily who have severe pressure wounds (bedsores). Medical Modalities is one of three present manufacturers of AFT beds in the United States and only one of two that provides this therapy in patients' homes. Medical Modalities is seeking AFT partners in other sections of the country that presently provide specialty mattress and related wound care services to patients in home care or institutional settings. - June 23, 2010 - Medical Modalities
Seminars Offer Improved Research Practices for Multicultural Populations
Despite the significant demographic transformation taking place in the U.S., the research industry continues to use outdated practices that undermine the quality of studies that include multicultural populations. Rincon & Associates, experts in multicultural research, will offer a series of seminars designed to update research professionals and students on more acceptable practices in multicultural studies. - June 22, 2010 - Rincon & Associates