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Magic Marketing and Win the Children Announce 2015 Vacation Bible School Theme
The Vacation Bible School Theme for 2015 is Riverboat Rescue, as Dennis Regling and the Possum Woods Puppets travel by steamboat down the Mississloppy River. - July 20, 2014 - Dennis Regling Wonder Shows
TwinXL.com's New 20-Piece Dorm Bundle Provides Big Options & Big Savings for College Students
TwinXL.com, the leader in high quality college dorm size bedding is now offering a 20 piece cost savings bundle set for all your dorm room essentials. - July 19, 2014 - TwinXL.com
Angie Cox Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Angie Cox of Gifford, Illinois, has recently been included in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals as Professional of the Year 2014 for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of The Arts. In honor of her excellence and proficiency in her profession, she will be featured in Times Square, New York City on Friday, July 25, 2014. - July 15, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
New Book: "Angels Among Us: My Friend Has Asperger's Syndrome"
"Angels Among Us" is a new children's book to help other children understand their classmates that have Autism or Asperger's Syndrome. The story is based on Alan Espasandin's youngest son, a real life young boy, Caleb who has been diagnosed with mild Asperger's. The book is intended for young students to read or for educators and parents to share with their students and children in an effort to help them understand their classmates that have these disorders. - July 14, 2014 - Angels Among Us
A Gift to the City of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Receives Sculpture "My Angel" by California Sculptor Eduardo Oropeza from Glenn Green
Glenn Green of Glenn Galleries in Santa Fe, New Mexico, presented a sculpture, "My Angel", by Eduardo Oropeza to Mayor Eric Garcetti for the City of Los Angeles to honor it's program, LA's BEST. This occurred at a dinner celebrating LA's BEST at the Skirball Center in L.A. on June 14,... - July 09, 2014 - Glenn Green Galleries
Alena Shautsova, New York Immigration Lawyer, Comments on Immigration Reform Developments
With the Congress unable to pass Immigration Reform Bill, President pleads to take control and make changes to the current immigration system. - July 02, 2014 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Angie Cox Named to Strathmore’s Who’s Who Round Table
Angie Cox, of Gifford, Illinois, has recently been honored as a member of the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Round Table for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the Arts field. - July 02, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Church of Scientology Hosts One of Many 4th of July Celebrations in Nashville
The Nashville Church of Scientology joins the celebration of Independence Day. - July 02, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Drug-Free South Aims Blow to Honky Tonk District in Nashville
The Tennessee chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World distributed information booklets in honor of United Nations Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking in downtown Nashville. - July 02, 2014 - Drug Free South
New Award-Winning Children's Book Combines "Gamification" with Important Life Lessons
Award-Winning Workbook for Kids! Parents and Educators have called The SMART Playbook a perfect summer workbook to teach your kids social skills and manners in this fast-paced digital world. A simple and effective game plan to teach relevant life skills for a modern world- no nagging required. Written in a relatable style and chock full of games, the book will lead you and your child in a collaborative effort to bring manners to a new generation. - July 01, 2014 - The SMART Playbook
Enslow Publishers Announces the Release of "Scarlet Voyage" YA Novels in Paperback Editions
"Scarlet Voyage," a new imprint from Enslow Publishers, Inc. announces that paperback editions are available for the first time, as of September 1, 2014. All titles will be available for purchase directly from the publisher, major book distributors, independent bookstores as well as... - June 26, 2014 - Enslow Publishers, Inc.
Richmond Tax Solutions Presents Second Chance Consulting's 1st Annual Bowling Fundraiser
Richmond Tax Solutions and Second Chance Consulting are having their 1st Annual Bowling Fundraiser at King Pin Lanes in Midlothian, VA on July 12th 2014. All profits will go to help enroll more kids in the King Pin Saturday Youth Bowling League that will give our inner-city youth a chance to participate in a "non-traditional" sport. The goal is to help these kids belong to something positive and keep them off the streets. It lasts 32 weeks plus they receive lunch, prizes, scholarships and more. - June 23, 2014 - Whitewood Tax Solutions
DEA Awards the East Valley Young Marines the Enrique "Kiki" Camarena Award
On June 17, 2014 the East Valley Young Marine Unit was recognized by the Drug Enforcement Agency for their commitment to alcohol, tobacco and other drug and violence prevention, not just in their schools and neighborhoods but for the impact the have in the Cities of Mesa, Tempe, and surrounding... - June 20, 2014 - East Valley Young Marines
Benefit Dinner: Honoring Northern Maine's Graduates
Benefit Barbecue – Honoring Presque Isle Graduating Seniors! - June 19, 2014 - Presque Isle Boys and Girls Club
Church of Scientology Honored Father’s Day with Special Service
The Nashville Church of Scientology hosted a special Sunday Service in honor of Father’s Day this past weekend. - June 19, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
ASSE Student Exchange Program is Seeking Local Families in Your Area to Host Cultural Exchange Students
ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE) is seeking local host families for international high school boys and girls. These students are 15 to 18 years of age, and are coming to this area for the upcoming high school year or semester. These personable and academically selected exchange... - June 19, 2014 - ASSE Student Exchange Program
Popular Restaurants and Musicians Come Together in Support of Oregon Children's Cancer Awareness Day
The Soulful Giving Foundation is orchestrating the hottest event in East County by bringing together: 4 incredible bands, 14 of Portland’s finest restaurants, Duck Pond wines, premium draft beers, refreshing cocktails, vendor shopping galore, champagne/jewelry raffle, amazing silent auction items, VIP Pdx limousine, free shuttle service from MHCC, and 2 music-filled “Soul Buses” transporting guests from Portland to Troutdale. - June 18, 2014 - Soulful Giving Foundation
Dr. Dental Sponsors the "Hole in the Wall Gang Camp" Run
New England dental group, Dr. Dental, sponsors a non-profit event for the "Hole in the Wall Gang Camp" - a camp for sick children, started by Paul Newman. - June 18, 2014 - Dr. Dental
New Book Series, The Tales of Reese, Helps Children Coping with Life Threatening Illness, Delays and Setbacks
Penelope’s Wish: Dancing Through Leukemia first book published in series. - June 16, 2014 - Sparkly Ray
Jose F. Niño to Serve as Master of Ceremonies at Boy Scouts' Champions of Character Dinner on June 18th in Washington, DC
Jose F. Niño, VP Strategic Relationships, Microtech, will serve as master of ceremonies at the Champions of Character Dinner on June 18th, in downtown Washington, D.C. Mr. Niño serves on the National Executive Committee for the Boy Scouts of America and was a founding member, President/CEO of the US Hispanic Chambers of Commerce (USHCC). Honorees are, Dr. Jorge Ribas, Susan Au Allen, Senator Mike Enzi (R-WY), Angela Franco and Michael Melton. - June 15, 2014 - Washington, DC District, National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
New Generation of Parents Can Now Go Online to Find Support, Gaybe Center LGBT Parent Community
GaybeCenter.com is an online resource center and community for LGBT parents and expecting parents. Articles found on the site cover subjects such as fever care, pregnancy, safety, adoption, nursery necessities and more. The articles, blog and other aspects of the site help promote it's motto, which is Learn, Develop, Grow. Visit http://www.GaybeCenter.com for more information. - June 13, 2014 - Gaybe Center
Army Releases New Children's eBook to Celebrate 239th Army Birthday
The first Army Children's ebook helps children better understand Army history and thier role in the greater Army Family. The book is available online at www.armymwr.com/birthday-book. - June 13, 2014 - IMCOM
Washington DC Eagle Scout to Speak at Champions of Character Dinner June 18th
Eagle Scout Justice Boston, of Troop 1869, in Washington, D.C. will speak at the 2014 Champions of Character Dinner on June 18th. The dinner will honor five distinguished community and business leaders of the Washington, D.C. area, including Dr. Jorge Ribas, Susan Au Allen, Senator Mike Enzi (R-WY), Angela Franco and Michael Melton. Boy Scout Troop 1869 is chartered to Campbell A.M.E. Church in Washington, D.C. - June 12, 2014 - Washington, DC District, National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
New Book Reveals 100 Future Presidents
Professional photographer Matthew Jordan Smith has embarked on a nationwide quest—one that has challenged children from all walks of life and from every state to reflect upon their future and the future of their country. Smith accomplishes this feat by asking children a single question: What would you do if you were President of the United States of America? This question, along with the many answers and images it evokes, forms the heart of Smith's newest book, "Future American President." - June 12, 2014 - Matthew Jordan Smith Photography
New for Fall 2014 from Speeding Star an Imprint of Enslow Publishers, Inc.
Speeding Star announces the publication of four new books in a new series, The Baseball Geeks Adventures. Written for the upper elementary/lower middle school reader, each title includes humorous scenarios and funny dialogue, while also recounting fascinating and funny baseball lore. - June 11, 2014 - Enslow Publishers, Inc.
Dr. Lawrence Supporting Fashion Moving Youth Forward in D.C.
The Southeast Tennis and Learning Center, through its 7th Annual Sew N’ Know Fashion Show, invites Dr. Clayton Lawrence to share his passion for fashion to inspire area youth. - June 10, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Champions of Character Dinner June 18, 2014, Washington, DC
National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America will hold the Champions of Character Dinner in Washington, DC on June 18th. Honorees are, Dr. Jorge Ribas, President & CEO of Mid-Atlantic Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Susan Au Allen, National President & CEO of U.S. Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce; Mike Enzi, U.S. Senator (R-WY); Angela Franco, President & CEO of Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Michael Melton, President, 100 Black Men of Greater Washington, DC. - June 08, 2014 - Washington, DC District, National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
Camp Pillsbury Offers Special Introductory Rate for Inaugural Summer Camp
New Sleep-Away Camp Answers the Question of What Kids Can Do this Summer. - June 07, 2014 - Camp Pillsbury
2014 Silicon Valley Music Festival - A Festival of Folk: From the Streets to the Stage
Silicon Valley Music Festival returns with world-renowned talent in their 3rd season, A Festival of Folk: From the Streets to the Stage, June 22-28, 2014. - June 06, 2014 - Silicon Valley Music Festival
EmpowHer STEMDAY Bringing Science and Technology to Low-Income Students in Los Angeles; Funding for Stem Programs Grows
Sixty students of the EmpowHer Institute participated in a UCLA hosted event designed to expose middle-school girls to career opportunities in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) on Tuesday, May 28, 2014. - June 04, 2014 - EmpowHer Institute
Austin Charity Making a Difference for Children with Autism
Central Texas families awarded sponsorship for therapies. - June 04, 2014 - Imagine A Way Foundation
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Angie Cox
Angie Cox, of Gifford, Illinois, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the Arts field. - June 04, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Predatory Energy: Children and Shamanism on June 3 Why Shamanism Now Radio Show with Christina Pratt
On the next episode of "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity,” teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks continues the conversation on children and shamanism, specifically addressing the issue of child abuse and how we as parents can deal with this though a shamanistic perspective. - June 02, 2014 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Former Bronx Prosecutor to Appear at Barnes and Noble to Deliver a Message of Self-Love
Former Bronx prosecutor and children’s book author Yadhira Gonzalez-Taylor, will appear at the Barnes and Noble bookstore located in the Bay Plaza mall in the Bronx, on May 31st at 1:00 p.m., to read from her illustrated children’s book, Martina Finds a Shiny Coin (published by... - May 30, 2014 - Martina's Coin Publishing Co.
Richmond Tax Solutions is Excited to Bring Two Local Athletes to the Raiders Game on 6/21 to Tell Their Story of How They Both Went from RVA to the NFL Together
Richmond Tax Solutions is excited to announce that on 6/21/14 at 6pm, Local Athletes Shawn Barber and GeNienne Samuels will be signing autographs at the Richmond Raiders season finale game at the Richmond Coliseum. Shawn Barber, Retired NFL Star who played for the Washington Redskins from '98 to '02 started his journey with Pro-Cheerleader GeNienne Samuels cheering on the sidelines in Richmond, VA. These two star athletes would continue their journey together all the way to the NFL Together. - May 22, 2014 - Whitewood Tax Solutions
Algae Oil DHA Supplier Sponsors Satellite Omega-3 Health Symposium 2014
DHA omega-3 algae oil development and supply company, Source-Omega, announced today sponsorship of the May 22, 2014 omega-3 symposium in Toronto Canada. The company seeks to express support for omega-3 fatty acid best practices in public health and clinical nutrition. The event features premier... - May 21, 2014 - Source-Omega
International School of Arizona Students and Parents Travel Around the World at International Fair
Students and parents at the International School of Arizona will travel around the world May, 22nd at the second annual International Fair. Attendees should expect to travel to six different environments from the beach to the arctic while learning about different cultures and parts of the world. The event will also signal the close of an on-line global student art auction being held at www.helpisa.com. - May 21, 2014 - International School of Arizona
New for Fall 2014 from Speeding Star an Imprint of Enslow Publishers, Inc.
Speeding Star, Keep Boys Reading, an imprint of Enslow Publishers, Inc. is pleased to announce the debut of The Briny Deep Mysteries (9/1/2014 publication date). This trilogy delivers something secret and unexpected, and may keep readers up at night wanting to read more! Each 96-page book is available in trade hardcover, paperback, and eBook formats. - May 20, 2014 - Enslow Publishers, Inc.
For the Third Year in a Row Price Chopper Sponsors the High School Lacrosse Championships to Assist High School Athletics in Section III (Syracuse)
Price Chopper supports Section III Athletics with their sponsorship of high school lacrosse sectional championships. - May 20, 2014 - School Sports Media
Infinite Potential Summer Camps
This summer become a: Spy/Ninja, Superhero, Pirate/Renaissance adventurer, Amazing Archer, Zombie Survivalist, and much more. - May 18, 2014 - Infinite Potential: Academy of Body and Mind
A Visually Driven Journey to Self Acceptance
Good Puppy is pleased to announce the publication of "Pretty Seeley." Written and illustrated by Marina Tito, "Pretty Seeley" illuminates the gentle journey to self-acceptance and self-love through Seeley, a little girl with a spot on her nose and a wise cat by her side. - May 17, 2014 - Good Puppy
Actress Cicely Tyson Invites 20 Yr Old CEO, Novelist & Charity Founder as Guest Speaker
Award-winning 20-year-old fantasy genre author & CEO R.J. Tolson's National Literacy Campaign and novel, "Chaos Chronicles Book 1: Zephyr The West Wind," are not only igniting a passion in America's youth to forge new paths, excel beyond their limits and "Never Give Up" on their dreams but receiving Star Power endorsements. - May 15, 2014 - R.J. Tolson
New Online Training for Building Partnerships in Support of Tribal Youth
Native professionals who require development opportunities have a new source for training without traveling. Indian Country Training Institute (ICTI), a subsidiary of Native owned and operated Lamar Associates, is rolling out a number of new online courses at OJJDP's Online University, suitable for... - May 15, 2014 - Lamar Associates
Hartland Elementary Students in a Race Against Time to Rebuild Habitat for Endangered Migratory Bird
Every spring for more than a decade, an estimated 1,000 Chimney Swifts have made the long return flight from their winter home in South America to a 40 foot chimney at the White Elm Nursery in the small village of Hartland, Wisconsin. This summer, unless a new nesting structure can be built before... - May 14, 2014 - Hartland Chimney Swift Roost Fund
Teleperformance Partners with Feed the Children to Help Columbia, SC Area Families
400 Families to Receive Food and Essentials - May 14, 2014 - Teleperformance
Youth Civic Summit-Educating Youth of Their Legal Rights
Glory to Glory Ministries is hosting a Youth Civic Summit, a seminar geared towards young people in order to educate them on their rights, responsibilities, and suggested strategies for getting through potential confrontations calmly and safely. All youth (ages 11-18) and parent are invited to the seminar. - May 13, 2014 - Glory to Glory Ministries
Virtual Pediatrics, "Immediate Medical Care, Virtually Anywhere!" - Online Pediatric Healthcare Consults for Your Sick or Injured Child - to Launch This Month
Virtual Pediatrics, a national pediatric telemedicine service dedicated specifically to children, provides immediate medical care to those sick or injured in the comfort of their home. Certified family and pediatric health care providers, through online webcam consultation, provide personalized treatment plans, including e-prescriptions if needed. Virtual Pediatrics is set to launch in 10 states (AZ, CA, FL, GA, IL, NJ, NY, NC, TX & VA) this month. - May 10, 2014 - Virtual Pediatrics
The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice Wins Mom’s Choice Award®
Effective Press announces that the new children’s illustrated book, The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice (ISBN 978-0988316317, Effective Press, 2014) has been awarded the prestigious and coveted Mom’s Choice Awards® as best children’s picture book as Gold Award Recipient. - May 08, 2014 - Green Box League of Justice
Flight for Life to Support St. Jude's Children's Hospital Landing at Morristown Airport in New Jersey - Sunday Morning, May 18, 2014
The concept behind the Flight For Life is an around the world trip in a private airplane with the hope of bringing awareness to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and to raise money to support the services they provide to children around the world. - May 06, 2014 - Davalyn Corporation
Rosalyn Kahn Emcee to Open Asian Americans Advancing Justice Family Empowerment Event
Rosalyn Kahn, author, educator will Emcee 2nd Annual Family Empowerment Festival sponsored by Asian American Advancing Justice on May 10, 2014 at CA State Los Angeles. Registrations begins at 8am in Golden Eagle Building in 3rd Floor Conference Room. Ms. Kahn will kick off the event at 9am. The... - May 06, 2014 - RK & Associates