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“Twelve – My Age of Reason” Uses Laughter to Show a Real Coming of Age Story
“Twelve – My Age of Reason,” a new, humorous, coming of age book based on actual events is released. In a comical eight-day period in 1964, 12-year-old Tommy Stohlgren turns from a sweet Catholic school kid to a skeptical smart-ass. He finally notices girls, and gets tossed from religion class for claiming, “If God is all-loving and all-merciful, there could be no Hell!" Needless to say, the nuns were not pleased. - December 23, 2015 - Tom Stohlgren, Author, LLC
Brooklyn Community Services Receives Youth Grant from Brooklyn Community Foundation to Empower Immigrant Youth in Coney Island
Brooklyn Community Services Outreaches to Coney Island’s First Generation Immigrant Youth Ages 14 - 18 to Join Youth Stand: Coney Island (YSCI) -- A Career, Education and Empowerment Program - December 16, 2015 - Brooklyn Community Services
Rotary’s PolioPlus Campaign Receives Execulink’s Annual Holiday Donation
Execulink Telecom handed over their annual holiday donation to Rotary International’s PolioPlus campaign, the goal of which is to immunize the world’s children against polio. Ian Stevens, Execulink’s CEO (left), presented Ted Beynen, President of the Woodstock Rotary Club... - December 12, 2015 - Execulink Telecom
Center for Family Relations Awarded Grant from The Texas Bar Foundation
The Center for Family Relations has been awarded a $5,000 grant for the Supervised Visitation Program from the Texas Bar Foundation. Supervised visits allow children to have access to non-custodial parents in a safe environment that is effectively monitored and documented by another adult. This... - December 11, 2015 - Center for Family Relations
STEREO LEARNING: A Shortcut to Solid Knowledge. An Interactive Presentation Launches Online.
In the first 20 minutes, it explains how preschoolers master big numbers and long operations. Then - how stereo learning supports them through school, prepares them to understand science and engineering, and introduces them to real computer programming. - December 10, 2015 - SIX PROJECTS
"The Spirit of Santa," by Peter Hackmeister, is Making Santa Claus Real for Children
There are two conversations that a parent dreads to have with their children as they grow up. One is about the “Birds and the Bees.” The other is to answer the question “Is Santa Real?” This simple heart-warming story addresses when children begin to question the reality of Santa, and how a parent can respond to a child’s uncertainty. - December 09, 2015 - Peter Hackmeister
William A. Geha Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
William A. Geha of Sylvania, Ohio has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About William A. Geha Mr. Geha has over 45 years in the field of... - December 05, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Tennessee United for Human Rights Starting 2016 with a Bang
Tennessee United for Human Rights is spreading its message through educational tools, hard-hitting videos and inspirational messages. - December 05, 2015 - United for Human Rights
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds and Homes by Taber™ Come Together to Bring an Exciting, Custom Playground to Timber Crest of Edmond, OK
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds is proud to be chosen by Homes by Taber to provide and install a large, custom designed new playground structure to the new addition of Timber Crest, located on the west side of Midwest Boulevard, north of Covell Road in Edmond, OK. Noah’s Park &... - December 03, 2015 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Waltham Boys and Girls Club Kicks Off Fundraising Marketing Campaign with Help from Wilde Agency Annual "Favorite Things" Campaign Will Feature Artwork from Club Members
Annual "Favorite Things" Campaign Will Feature Artwork from Club Members - December 03, 2015 - Universal Wilde
Scottii Supports Youth Mentoring at the Miles of Music 5k
Scottii gives back to the community during the Miles of Music 5k at Paramount Studios. - December 03, 2015 - Scottii Inc.
Starshow Publications Introduces a New Young Adult Thriller Entitled "The Boy in the Bin." Author Charles W. Massie Has Added This New Book to His Already Popular Series.
Raphael isn't well liked. He is an intelligent boy, quick witted and never at a loss for words. But Raphael came into life with a cleft palate; a hare-lip. He is a young boy, constantly teased by others. - November 30, 2015 - Starshow Publications
Buy Hoosier Handmade This Saturday
Shop local. Buy Hoosier handmade from 80 Indiana makers, creators, artists and crafters at the 7th Annual Hoosier Artisan Boutique on Saturday, November 28, 2015 from 10AM until 4PM at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St, Noblesville, IN. Admission is free and open to the public. This event benefits Toys for Tots of Central Indiana; the first 25 shoppers to donate a new, unwrapped toy receive a limited edition tote bag. - November 23, 2015 - Hoosier Artisan Boutique
PrayerWatchBaBa: Crowdfunding the World’s First Prayer Watch for Kids
Khairi Marhaben, a 23-year-old student and budding entrepreneur seeks to raise the $15,000 required to begin production of the world’s first prayer watch for kids. - November 23, 2015 - PrayerWatchBaBa
GO! Athletes Launches National Mentorship Program for LGBTQ Athletes
GO! Athletes has launched a national Mentorship Program to connect current and former student athletes who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, or queer (LGBTQ). The program is free and open to the public, and is currently accepting applications for both mentors and mentees at www.goathletes. - November 18, 2015 - GO! Athletes
Four Broad Run Students Return from UCLA
Ashburn Teens volunteer for brain tumor research in Los Angeles to help UCLA, Cedars-Sinai and Children's Hospital Los Angeles. - November 12, 2015 - TBKF
Operation Christmas Child Gift Wrapping Party Hosted by Chinese Community Church of South Bay
The Chinese Community Church of South Bay, located in the Torrance area of Los Angeles County, will be hosting an Operation Christmas Child Gift Wrapping Party, as an annual community service project in support of Samaritan’s Purse, on Friday, November 13th from 7:30pm to 9pm. - November 12, 2015 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
All for a Good Cause: Fundraising for The Learning Farm
CEO SUITE celebrates the Grand Opening of their 16th centre Sahid Sudirman Centre in Jakarta, and on this joyous occasion, invites all business partners to be part of “planting the seeds of change” to support youths in Indonesia through The Learning Farm. Co-founded by Ms. Gouri... - November 12, 2015 - CEO SUITE
One of the Biggest Christmas Events in Georgia: Santa’s Coming To Cobb
Santa’s Coming To Cobb is looking for donations, sponsors and children to attend. Santa’s Coming To Cobb Event is like no other celebration. It is a winter wonderland that is a part of every child’s dreams. Santa flies in by helicopter bringing toys and Christmas excitement. Every Child gets a gift and picture with Santa. There are many Christmas activities for families do to from petting zoo, bounces, games, live music, local youth performances, and real snow. - November 11, 2015 - SantasComingToCobbb.com
Drug-Free South Treats Kids to Truth
The Drug-Free South team is dedicated to bringing the Truth About Drugs to young people. Recently, the group participated in a Halloween festival to spread the word. - November 08, 2015 - Drug Free South
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter Raises Over $15,000 for Their Annual Friends of Monique Fundraiser
Over 80 team members will walk in the Light the Night Walk on November 7, 2015 in memory of Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter Teen, Monique Williams. - November 06, 2015 - Jack and Jill of America - Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter
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
PODS® to Move Toys for One of the Biggest Charities in the U.S.
Moving and storage leader PODS, set to donate for a sixth year to help the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. - November 04, 2015 - PODS
Sweet Adelines International Names 2016 International Champion Quartet, Speed of Sound
Speed of Sound, a quartet from Region 14, Heart of The Blue Ridge, was crowned the title of International Champion Quartet at the Sweet Adelines International Convention and Competition in Las Vegas this past October. Speed of Sound won their first regional contest in Spring of 2012 and have been... - November 03, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Community Outreach Program - Penasquitos CA, with Police, Fire Fighters and Community Residents
PLC, SD Police Department, SD Fire Rescue PLC Entertainment Group is excited to announce the showing of its monthly, free Community Movie Night- a program designed to help our community begin a dialogue among family, friends, and neighbors. In addition to the free movie, free popcorn, and free ice cream sundaes, the Community Movie Night committee will host a joint event with the SD Police Department and SD Fire Department on Friday, November 20 from 5:30-8:30 pm. The featured movie is Sneekers. - November 03, 2015 - Penasquitos Lutheran Church
Nashville Church of Scientology Hosts Community Discussion on Drug Prevention
The Church of Scientology held a special open house in honor of Red Ribbon Week with a forum on drug prevention and education. - October 31, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Hollywood Blockbuster Movie Partnership
Two names are moving into the Hollywood spotlight to create some blockbuster films in the near future. Businessman, Dr. Juergen Pichler Levine & actor/producer Tierre Turner will partner on a host of film projects starting with, "Boys of Summer Ave." - October 30, 2015 - James Walton Productions
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
UCLA and USC Are Rivals in Hope... Schools Unite in the Fight Against Brain Tumors on November 8, 2015
The 8th Annual Heroes of Hope Race for Brain Tumor Research will be held at Dockwieler State Beach on Sunday, November 8, 2015. The event brings together schools and teams from all over the Southern California area and raises funds for cutting edge brain tumor research. - October 26, 2015 - TBKF
Family Game Night Hosted by Chinese Community Church of South Bay
The Chinese Community Church of South Bay, located in the Torrance area of Los Angeles County, will be hosting a Family Game Night from 6:30 pm to 9 pm on October 31st, 2015 as an safe alternative to Halloween trick-or-treating. - October 21, 2015 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
José Martin Jara Elected Board President at Leake & Watts
A Resident of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Jara Exemplifies the New Face of Philanthropy in New York City. - October 18, 2015 - Rising Ground
Educate the Children Foundation, Inc. Announces New Executive Vice Chairman & Executive Board Member
ETC Foundation has selected The Republic of Ghana as its headquarters for the Continent of Africa. - October 15, 2015 - Educate the Children Foundation Inc.
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
Drug-Free South Carries the Red Ribbon Forward
To protect youth from the disastrous effects of abusing drugs, the Drug-Free South team is bringing the truth directly to students and the community in honor of Red Ribbon Week. - October 09, 2015 - Drug Free South
Colorado Premier Basketball Club Joins Nike and the Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL)
Colorado Premier Basketball Club has announced they have accepted an offer to become a nationally sponsored Nike club. Colorado Premier is the first youth basketball program in the Rocky Mountain region to be sponsored by the world’s greatest sports brand, Nike. In addition to the... - October 08, 2015 - Colorado Premier Basketball Club
The World's First Yoga Doll™ from AZIAM Girlz, Asana, Launches Today with Kickstarter Campaign - www.kickstarter.com/projects/aziamgirlz/aziam-girlz-yoga-dolls
The doll that empowers, inspires, and does yoga! Introducing, AZIAM Girlz: the World’s First Yoga Doll™ collection - inspiring young girls everywhere to appreciate their unique selves and practice a healthy, grounded lifestyle during playtime and beyond. Launching on www.kickstarter.com/projects/aziamgirlz/aziam-girlz-yoga-dolls with Asana™ Yoga Girl, each Doll moves with a full range of motion in her hips and knees - and she even has a built in spinal extender for forward and back bending. - October 02, 2015 - AZIAMGirlz
New Children's Book About Dr. Temple Grandin
Dr. Temple Grandin, the world’s leading expert on autism and subject of the award-winning 2010 biographical HBO film, Temple Grandin, is an inspiration to everyone who knows her and her work. She has authored many books helping, advising, and inspiring people on the autism spectrum, but,... - October 01, 2015 - Sensory Focus
Touching Tiny Lives Event and Fundraiser
Saturday, October 24, 2015 and Sunday, October 25, 2015 - October 01, 2015 - Friends of Touching Tiny Lives Foundation
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
Yamina Rambaran Publishes Children’s Book “Joshua’s Grandma is Sick”
Children’s author publishes poignant tale of a young boy who discovers his grandma is sick. - September 30, 2015 - Yamina Rambaran, Children's Book Author
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
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
Children’s Book "SuperNiños" to be Released in the United States
Book Teaches Children That Everyone is Special and Unique - September 26, 2015 - SuperKids
Operation Kidsafe "Safety and Wellness Day" Hosted by: Southeast Volunteer Fire Department
Wellness booths, free digital fingerprint and photo safety program. Specialized digital imagery equipment will only be in your area for a limited engagement! Did you know over 2,000 children are reported missing everyday in the United States? Don’t miss this opportunity to get your Free Child Safety Kit, including digital fingerprints and photograph. Safety tips will help you set up a family safety action plan. - September 23, 2015 - Operation Kidsafe
Gabe's Heart Foundation Announces the 1st Annual GHF 5K Walk/Run
Kimberly Jacobs, co-founder of GHF and mother of Gabriel says, “My 12 year son, Gabriel Michael Jacobs, passed away in April 2015 unexpectedly and suddenly from a left Anomalous Coronary Artery. We never knew he had any issue. He was a gentle giant @ 5'10, a star athlete and anti-bullying mediator. We are having a 5k walk / run on November 21, 2015 at the zMAX Dragway in Concord, NC. Coca-Cola Bottling Company and Wells Fargo are a couple of the sponsors. Please encourage people to participate." - September 23, 2015 - Gabes Heart Foundation
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
C'est La Vie Quartet Named Sweet Adelines International’s 2015 Rising Star Quartet Champion
C’est La Vie Quartet took home the title of Sweet Adelines International’s 2015 Rising Star Quartet Champion on Aug. 8, 2015, in Phoenix, Ariz. Sounderella Quartet placed second, Sing-A-Ma-Jigs Quartet placed third, Zenith Quartet placed fourth, and Resonance Quartet placed fifth. Out... - September 14, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Lenovo Donates 75,000 Back-to-School Essentials to Students in Need Through Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Employee-Led School Supply Drive at Lenovo Helps Students Nationwide be Prepared for the New School Year. - September 11, 2015 - Lenovo
Actor Kevin Sorbo Creates Brighter Futures for Omaha Youth
Kevin Sorbo of Hercules fame will be the keynote speaker at Omaha Christian Academy's 2015 Creating Futures Scholarship Dinner. - September 10, 2015 - Omaha Christian Academy