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Joanne S. Calcagno Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Joanne S. Calcagno of College Point, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and publishing. About Joanne S. Calcagno Joanne Calcagno is... - February 27, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
NCCF and TNK Secure Funding for 10 Local School Districts
The National Center for Children and Families (NCCF) and The Neediest Kids Program (TNK) are pleased to announce the successful launch of the TNK Ambassador Circle. Assembling a group of prominent local businesses and community leaders, the TNK’s newly established Ambassador Circle of local... - February 27, 2020 - The National Center for Children and Families
Plan Your Party with Little Artist Party
Let’s face it -- event planning is a daunting and stressful task. These days, planning a party for children can be almost as stressful as planning a wedding. Between choosing themes, activities, food, and entertainment, planning a kids’ party can be simply overwhelming. Fortunately, for people in and around Los Angeles, that doesn’t have to be the case. - February 27, 2020 - Little Artist Party
Cribs for Kids® Honors More Than 20 Women at 2020 Women of Achievement Awards
Nonprofit celebrates Pittsburgh women making a difference at 15th annual ceremony. - February 26, 2020 - Cribs for Kids
Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation Establishes the 2020-2021 Application Process for Philadelphia High Schools
Recognizing the need to aid young adults from undeserved populations pursue higher education, the Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation opened it’s 2020-21 scholarship process. - February 26, 2020 - Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation
Center for Adoption Support and Education Receives Grant from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield to Expand Regional Tele-mental Health Services
The Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) will now be able to serve more adoptive, kinship and foster families throughout the state of Maryland, the District of Columbia and portions of Northern Virginia through tele-mental health services. Thanks to a grant awarded by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, C.A.S.E. will expand tele-mental health services and remove geographic and financial barriers, allowing more adoptive families access to therapy. - February 25, 2020 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Omnific Publishing Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Release of Conclusion to the Hydraulic Level Five Series, "Fourteeners" by Sarah Latchaw
Omnific Publishing announced that they are proud to have released the conclusion to the Hydraulic Level Five series, "Fourteeners" by Sarah Latchaw, in celebration of the company’s 10th anniversary. - February 15, 2020 - Omnific Publishing
Junior League of the Palm Beaches and Celebrated Artist Susan Cushing Hold “Into the Wild” Art Clinic with the De George Boys & Girls Club
Junior League of the Palm Beaches Inc. (JLPB) and Susan Cushing celebrated artist and Honorary Chair of the JLPB’s upcoming inaugural Into the Wild Gala recently held an art clinic with children from the De George Boys and Girls Club. - February 14, 2020 - Junior League of the Palm Beaches
The Gateway Family YMCA Summer Camp Open House
Join The Gateway Family YMCA and Prepare for Summer - February 13, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
2020 SportsCon Officially Launches
SportsCon is the ultimate experience that brings players from all sports together in one place for a weekend filled with fan interaction, live games, and sports challenges, and so much more. SportsCon will be held at the Dallas Convention Center on July 10-12, 2020. Fans can expect to meet players from the NFL, NBA, MLB, Boxing, and even the UFC is the most action-packed and interactive environment that a sports fan can experience. Find out more at GoSportsCon.com. - February 11, 2020 - SportsCon
Iris Allyn Klipp Honored as a VIP Member for 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Iris Allyn Klipp of La Jolla, California has been honored as VIP Member for 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of publishing. These important women exemplify tenacity. They realize that in... - February 04, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Public Charge Receives Green Light from U.S. Supreme Court
NYC Immigration lawyer Alena Shautsova provides comments on the recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to lift the stay of implementation of the D.H.S. public charge rule. - January 29, 2020 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Maine Skiers and Snowboarders to Hit the Slopes to Benefit Children Fighting Cancer
This Friday, January 31st, skiers and snowboarders will gather to compete in the annual Moonlight Challenge at Shawnee Peak to raise funds for the Maine Children’s Cancer Program (MCCP). - January 29, 2020 - MCCP
NJCTS is Accepting Applications for the Tim Howard Leadership Academy
Applications are currently being accepted for the annual NJCTS Tim Howard Leadership Academy, an intensive four-day program promoting self-empowerment, self-leadership, and resilience for teens living with Tourette Syndrome. The participants, ranging in age from 15 to 17, will train and house at... - January 29, 2020 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
FreeEliza: A Father's Rights Organization - Kansas Man, Supporters, to Rally at Statehouse for Father’s Rights
A Kansas man’s fight for the right to parent his daughter ramps up. In a case of contested adoption, the unwed father appeals to the Kansas Supreme Court after his rights are terminated by the District Court and the Court of Appeals. - January 20, 2020 - FreeEliza Father's Rights Organization
Local Gilbert Author & Illustrator Launch Magical New Children's Book Series
Local artists create a children's book series based on a room created in one of their homes. - January 17, 2020 - Lawley Publishing
Big Brothers Big Sisters Merger
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Gallatin County and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Park & Sweet Grass Counties announced their merger into one nationally sanctioned affiliate: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country. Under the leadership of Lander Bachert, the two organizations joined forces January 1, 2020 and will serve community matches, and mentorships in Livingston, Gardiner, Bozeman, Big Timber, Ennis, Big Sky, and the greater Gallatin area. - January 15, 2020 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country
"TWIN TAILS: Journey to Oceanus," Book 3 of the Middle-Grade Novel TWIN TAILS Novel Trilogy Has Arrived with Final, Magical Adventures, Written & Illustrated by CILLYart
Just sighted: mythological mermaids of the TWIN TAILS variety are swimming your way! Teenage twin mermaids delve into the depths seeking a resolution to a war against fin and feet in the third and final book of the TWIN TAILS Middle Grade Novel Series, "TWIN TAILS: Journey to Oceanus." - January 14, 2020 - CILLYart4U
2019 Year in Review - The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee
2019 saw the expansion of The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee, the local chapter of The Way To Happiness Foundation. - January 11, 2020 - The Way to Happiness
La Roca FC Hosts Gala for At-Risk Children
Nick Rimando joins La Roca FC for their first annual gala to raise money for the Carmen Wood Scholarship Fund. - January 08, 2020 - La Roca Futbol Club
"No More Meltdowns" Now Available in Spanish
Dr. Jed Baker offers parents and teachers strategies for preventing and managing meltdowns. - January 08, 2020 - Future Horizons, Inc.
New Law Allows The Zalkin Law Firm to Seek Justice for Its Clients
Law Firm Files New Sexual Abuse Lawsuits in the Superior Court of the State of California for the County of San Diego - January 07, 2020 - The Zalkin Law Firm
Educator Greg Mullen is Exploring the Core of Education with New Book and Podcast
Greg Mullen's new book, "Creating a Self-Directed Learning Environment: Standards-Based and Social-Emotional Learning," redefines education introducing a flexible, three-tiered, visual framework designed for school-wide collaboration. - December 20, 2019 - Greg Mullen
Origin Wireless™ to Accelerate Innovation in the Healthcare Industry
Origin Health™ utilizes indoor WiFi to enable next generation digital healthcare. - December 19, 2019 - Origin Wireless
Empowering the Leaders of Tomorrow, Today - Sabinah Adewole’s "A Child’s Journey Through Poetry" Inspires Positive Growth Mindset in an Easy-to-Read Format
In a modern society of mass information where children are exposed to current issues like safety, climate change, environmental impact, cultural diversity, and family dynamics on a daily basis, Sabinah Adewole’s poetry uses child-approved themes like rainbows, seaside, picnics, and unicorns,... - December 14, 2019 - P.A.V.E. Press
Safety Center Receives Funding from The Allstate Foundation Good Starts Young Grant for Its Peer-Led Teen Safe Driving Campaign, Youth Take Action to End Distractions
Safety Center’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC), comprised of high school students throughout California, continues to raise awareness around teen safe driving issues with the California Teen-to-Teen Safe Driving Campaigns, now in its eighth year of funding from The Allstate Foundation. - December 11, 2019 - Safety Center
The Clyde Series: Coloring and Activities Book
This is the first coloring book for The Clyde Series. It includes all your favorite images from the first three books. - December 10, 2019 - JN Prioleau
Tampa Toy Drive with UnitySME Holiday All Stars
UnitySME is excited to present Holiday All Stars Toy Drives for the first time in the Tampa Bay area. Unity’s mission involves building a strong foundation to create, educate and motivate our younger generation to give back. The Indo American Foundation of Tampa Bay (IAFTB-PZX) will be the platinum sponsor for the event. - December 06, 2019 - Indo American Foundation of Tampa Bay
Fusion Medical Staffing Celebrates Christmas with Angels Among Us, Helping Families with Pediatric Cancer
The holidays are a time of giving and making a difference in your community. That is not lost on Fusion Medical Staffing. This year, Fusion Medical Staffing has partnered with Angels Among Us, a local organization committed to helping families suffering from pediatric cancer. When a child is... - December 06, 2019 - Fusion Medical Staffing
IDI Consulting Participates in Fifth Annual Toys for Tots Drive
Local IT consulting company delivers holiday hope by collecting toys for less fortunate children. - December 04, 2019 - IDI Consulting
Sergey Tokarev: Lucky Labs and CF "I Am Future of Ukraine" Bring Gifts to Orphans on World Kindness Day
Philanthropists visited a Chernivtsi boarding school with clothes, books and personal care products for school children, says Lucky Labs co-founder Sergey Tokarev. - November 28, 2019 - Lucky Labs
Conley Book Tour of “Keep Looking Up” is #1 New Release and Amazon Best Seller
The inspirational book, “Keep Looking Up” by Carey Conley and Laurel Conley Wilson is a #1 New Release and Amazon Best Seller during its first week of release. - November 27, 2019 - Carey Conley
"Marvelous Mouth Music" - Now Available from Future Horizons
Bring speech development to life through musical play. - November 23, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Stange Law Firm, PC and Paola and Kirk Stange Are Proud to Support Old Newsboys Charity in St. Louis
Stange Law Firm, PC and Paola and Kirk Stange are proud to support Old Newsboys. Old Newsboys is a non-profit organization that has raised millions of dollars for hundreds of area children's charities in St. Louis. - November 21, 2019 - Stange Law Firm, PC
Percussion Play Launches a New Landscape and Nature-Inspired Collection of Outdoor Musical Instruments
Percussion Play, the world’s leading outdoor musical instrument manufacturer, has launched a new botanically based range of instruments inspired by nature and a love of the great outdoors. - November 21, 2019 - Percussion Play Ltd.
Under Armour Flag Football Returns to East Valley for Winter Season
Under the Lights, a national K-8 coed youth sports organization, empowered by Under Armour, will begin its second flag football season locally on January 10, 2020. Parents can currently register their children for the Winter season. The season includes seven regular season games, plus playoffs. - November 15, 2019 - Under The Light Flag Football-Chandler
HCA/HealthONE’s Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center Receives Ninth Consecutive "A" Grade in Leapfrog Hospital Safety
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL) was awarded its ninth consecutive "A" in fall 2019 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer healthcare. - November 13, 2019 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Carey Conley and Laurel Conley Wilson Hosting Denver Book Signing and Celebration Event for "Keep Looking Up"
The inspirational book by mother/daughter duo is a #1 New Release and Amazon Best Seller, provides hope and a sense of belonging. Mother/Daughter team will host their 2nd book signing event on November 18, 2019, in Denver, CO. - November 13, 2019 - Carey Conley
Receipt Day at Chick-fil-A Vestavia Hills
Chick-fil-A Vestavia Hills, located at 513 Montgomery Highway in Vestavia Hills, AL, is excited to kick off the giving season by hosting its first Receipt Day on Wednesday, November 13 from 6 am to 9 pm. It is a special event that treats their guests to pay once for their order, but eat twice. - November 09, 2019 - Chick-fil-A Vestavia Hills
Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner! Children’s Picture Book with Pudgy Poultry is a Satisfying Bedtime Snack
For pooped-out parents who pine for brief bedtime reads, this funny and fast-paced children’s picture book with a zoo full of anxious animals raining rapidly is just what the veterinarian ordered. Author/illustrator Sherry West and good friend/co-illustrator Larkin Stephens-Avery share an... - November 08, 2019 - Sherry West Art
Bleuet Introduces "Scrunchies for Good"
Scrunchies made of excess fabric from Bleuet apparel help someone in need, support a girl entrepreneur and reduce waste. - November 08, 2019 - Bleuet
Authors' Children Record Audiobook Version of "Lotus and Lily Go to the Park"
Malcolm and Denise M. Johnson's book for new beginning readers, "Lotus and Lily Go to the Park," has been brought to life with their daughters' audiobook. "Lotus and Lily Go to the Park" is a fun story featuring a happy family, that introduces children to colors, sight words,... - November 08, 2019 - Johnson Jr. Family Books
Young Artist Directs Art Show
12 year old to be Art Director of a new art show coming to Eudora, Kansas. - November 07, 2019 - Artwork by Haley
SDWR Delivers Diabetic Alert Dog to Lucky Boy in Torrington, CT
Logan, a 13-year-old boy in Torrington, CT, received a very special delivery today of his very own Diabetic Alert Service Dog from SDWR. Based in Madison, Virginia, SDWR has a mission to provide specially-bred and trained dogs for people of all ages that struggle with living with invisible... - November 05, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
A Couple from the United States Overcome Their Four Year Hurdle to Have Children by Choosing ARTbaby Surrogacy Centre Georgia
After 40 years a family with no children is blessed with twins, a boy and a girl, via surrogacy. - November 04, 2019 - ARTbaby Surrogacy Centre Georgia
New Middle Grade Fantasy Released by Morgan James Fiction Wins Two Finalist Awards at 2019 Next Generation Indie Book Awards
"Trapper’s Grounding" by debut author, Dawn Chevoya, targets young readers ages 9-12 and creates a character based on that post-war test-diving beaver from McCall, Idaho. - November 04, 2019 - Dawn Chevoya
Madison House Autism Foundation Strengthens Executive Leadership Team
In response to burgeoning growth in both reach and programming, the Board of Directors of the Washington, DC-area based Madison House Autism Foundation announces two strategic hires that will help the organization as it transitions to an expanding role in meeting the needs of neurodiverse adults... - November 03, 2019 - Madison House Autism Foundation
Tampa Business Owner and Author Barbara Escher Creates Unique Christmas Storybook
After 20+ years helping businesses solve their problems, Barbara Escher turned her writing and problem solving skills in a new direction. "The Girl Who Found Christmas: An Advent Calendar Storybook" tells the story of a six-year-old girl named Belinda. On one chilly December 1, Belinda... - November 02, 2019 - Barbara Escher
When You Do Good, Good Things Happen This World Sandwich Day
Subway® restaurant fans, rejoice! World Sandwich Day is back. Today, Subway is celebrating the holiday with our fourth consecutive year of partnering with Feeding America® to give back to our communities, showing that when you do good things, good things happen. On November 3, sandwich... - October 31, 2019 - Subway
The Gateway Family YMCA Offers Early Learning Readiness Program
Program supports school readiness. - October 31, 2019 - The Gateway Family YMCA