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STOMP Out Bullying™ Joins America’s Promise Alliance and Its Grad Nation Campaign
At Home, in School and in our Communities STOMP Out Bullying Supports the Call to Reduce the High School Dropout Rate and Improve the lives of America’s Young People. - May 20, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
Sheldrake Environmental Center to Offer Exciting Ecological Experiences Through Their Summer Children’s Programs
There’s fun for children of all ages at Sheldrake Environmental Center! Sign your child up for Sheldrake’s June Mini Camp for Pre-schoolers. It’s perfect for the gap between the end of pre-school and the beginning of summer camp. Then, starting in July, Sheldrake will be offering a Summer Nature Camp for children ages 3-8. Your children will not only have a blast, but will also learn important ecological concepts. - May 19, 2013 - Sheldrake Environmental Center
Workshop Addressing Cyberbullying, Drama and Mean Girls Set for June 13 in Detroit
In an effort to combat cyberbullying, drama and “mean girl” behavior and inspire positive relationships among middle and high school students, Empowered Flower Girl will host its signature Chica Chat workshop – in partnership with Detroit Parent Network. The two-hour workshop,... - May 15, 2013 - Empowered Flower Girl LLC
Friends in Adoption to Host Free Adoption Information Meetings Across NY State
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a licensed, not-for-profit domestic infant adoption agency with a 30 plus year history, is holding a number of free adoption information meetings throughout New York State, to educate prospective adoptive parents about adoption. The events will be held in Syracuse,... - May 14, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
East Felicina Middle School Will Take Part in an International Water Safety Class on Wednesday
East Feliciana Middle School is taking the safety of their students very serious by teaming up with a Florida non profit organization (Safety Rock Foundation) to teach ten simple water safety rules. This class will be held on International Water Safety Day May 15th at 8:30 am. - May 14, 2013 - Safety Rock Foundation Corp
Myanmar Polestar Travels & Tours, First to Join The Code and Protect Children from Sexual Exploitation in Myanmar
Myanmar Polestar is the first travel and tour company in Myanmar to join The Code of Conduct for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation in Travel and Tourism [The Code]. - May 13, 2013 - The Code
Venue Houston Hosts The Global Party Benefiting TX Children's Hospital
360 VIP Event locations throughout the World were chosen to participate in this incredible event. Venue is honored to be participating for the second year - linking the world for a worthy cause. - May 13, 2013 - Venue Houston
HDFC Life Initiates CSR Project Swabhimaan with SOS Children’s Villages of India
HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurance companies, today extended its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Swabhimaan, to SOS Children’s Villages of India. The project will begin with supporting the education of 300 vulnerable children in 4 locations including... - May 09, 2013 - SOS Village
Three New Books for Children Teach Life Lessons Using Farm Animals
From author Cindy Crawford Garrett comes three charming stories about life lessons learned from the farm animals with her vibrant picture books. - May 08, 2013 - Cindy Crawford Garrett
Anger is OKAY, Violence is NOT & Some Parts Are NOT for Sharing/Algunas Partes No Son Para Compartir (Spanish Edition)
2013 Colorado Independent Publishers Association Awards: Please join the Emcee Ward Lucas, CIPA, and CIPA ELF, to announce the winners of the 19th Annual CIPA EVVY Awards book competition at the CIPA EVVY Awards Banquet to be held: Saturday, May 18, 2013, Reception: 6:00pm – 7:00pm, Dinner and Awards: 7:00pm – 9:00pm, Marriott Denver South at Park Meadows, 10345 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree, CO 80124 - May 07, 2013 - Julie Federico Child Safety Author
Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Event in Redwood City CA
Join Operation Kidsafe, the Redwood City Police Department and Honda of Redwood City for a free and fun child safety weekend. - May 06, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Wish Comes True for Local Teen on “World Wish Day”
Golden State Collision Repair Centers and Make-A-Wish® Reveal Renovated ’65 Mustang to Local Teen on World Wish Day - May 06, 2013 - Golden State Collision Repair Centers
"Urban Philadelphia Web Film Series Launches Episode 1" Series Will Help Communities Better Respond to the Needs of Youth
Philadelphia Filmmakers, Musicians, and Youth Service Providers collaborate to bring uplifting web series to the urban masses. In response to the urgent need to better connect with youth ages 16 to 25 and offer alternatives to engaging with them "CASES" the web series has been created and produced by the DK Interprises, Inc. The production team is poised to premiere its first episode in May, 2013. Go to: http://casestheseries.com to view the Trailer. - May 05, 2013 - DK Interprises Inc.
Church of Scientology Hosts “Baby Shower for Nashville”
The Church of Scientology is planning a “baby shower” donation drive to benefit needy families in Nashville, Tennessee. - May 04, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Mothers Who Make a Difference 2013 - Eighth Annual Awards
May 12th is Mother’s Day. It’s a time we celebrate Mothers not just for their love and nurturing, but their selfless acts and their ability to give to others. - May 02, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Event in Westbury and Oyster Bay
Parents can attend this event and at No Charge get a lifetime record of their child's digital fingerprints and a form that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency. Parents will also get valuable safety tips. Operation Kidsafe uses the latest equipment like the FBI and Secret Service. - May 02, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
First Star's Celebration for Children's Rights Event Honors Humanitarians and Visionaries for Their Devotion to Helping Children
First Star, the leading national advocacy group dedicated to strengthening rights and improving lives of abused and neglected children, will hold its ninth annual Celebration for Children’s Rights event on May 5, 2013 at the Skirball Cultural Center. Families from the Los Angeles business, entertainment and legal communities, along with many celebrities, will join First Star in honoring this year’s award recipients. - May 02, 2013 - First Star
Whispering Hope Stables – Horse Boarding in Raleigh, NC
Whispering Hope Stables is a premier equestrian facility located just minutes from downtown Raleigh. Their mission is to provide an exclusive sanctuary for equestrian athletes and their discerning owners. - May 01, 2013 - Whispering Hope Stables
National Corporate Housing Observes Take Your Child to Work Day
National Corporate Housing, a global multibrand corporate housing company and leader in the furnished temporary housing industry, observed Take Your Child to Work Day on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at all nationwide locations. - April 29, 2013 - National Corporate Housing
Elementary Teacher Has Second Printing of Her Children’s Book Halle and Tiger with Their Bucketfilling Family
Former elementary teacher is pleased to announce that her children’s book, Halle and Tiger with their Bucketfilling Family is in it’s second printing. The book teaches children about being a positive person and treating people with kindness and respect. - April 26, 2013 - Peggy Johncox
Lawson Mulvihill Media's Director of Communications Joins Board of Trustees of the Boys & Girls Club of Garfield, New Jersey
Lawson Mulvihill Media announces that Margaret Mulvihill has joined the Board of Trustees - Boys & Girls Club, Garfield, NJ. Margaret is a long-time supporter of BGCG and looks forward to joining with her fellow Trustees in assisting the Clubs’ CEO Paul J. Casey implement his wonderful vision for the Club. - April 25, 2013 - Lawson Mulvihill
Message in New Anti-Bullying Children’s Book May be a Little Controversial
In her newest children's book, author P.B. Jeffrey asserts that bullied children need to take ownership of their own lives and demand respect, an idea that some people may reject. - April 24, 2013 - Belizario Jeffrey Communications Co.
Welcome to The Kingdom of Should: A Special Story for Children on the Autism Spectrum and Their Parents
The Kingdom of Should is an audio story with a therapeutically designed musical soundtrack and several kid-friendly songs for and about children on the autism spectrum. The story shows that one's apparent limitations can be turned into strengths. It also addresses issues like bullying and gluten-free diet as it relates to autism spectrum behaviors. The Kingdom of Should was created by a schoolteacher, a developmental music therapist and a behavioral optometrist. - April 24, 2013 - Land of Can LLC
Foster Parent Assistant Now Available on Android Devices. Allows Foster Parents to Track Information on Their Foster Children.
Foster Parent Assistant allows user to manage information on the foster children in their care. It allows users to track basic information (name, DOB, social worker info, etc.). - April 24, 2013 - Pine Point Mobile Solutions
Superior Grocers Partners with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services to Promote Healthy Living and Launch CalFresh Awareness Month
Superior Grocers, one of the largest independent supermarket chains in Southern California, is partnering with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services to promote healthy living and connect the community with CalFresh and nutrition education resources and programs by sponsoring... - April 22, 2013 - Superior Grocers
APEX Bank to Fund Education for 10 Children at SOS Shillong
The Chairman and MD of Apex Bank visit SOS Shillong village on 28th March, 2013. Apex bank, a premier organization has decided to fund education for 10 children at SOS Shillong, the independent, non-governmental, social development organization. Apex bank has initiated this as an endeavour to... - April 20, 2013 - SOS Village
Celebrate the RED Day Initiative with Keller Williams Reality in Los Feliz
Dedicated to honoring the commitment to improving local communities, the Keller Williams Los Feliz location opens its doors to its neighbors, joining tens of thousands of associates from across the United States and Canada on Thursday, May 9, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the RED Day festivities. This year, the Los Feliz office has chosen the Children’s Hospital Blood Drive, the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and Operation Blankets of Love as their access to giving back to the community. - April 19, 2013 - Keller Williams Los Feliz
Brennan Rock & Roll Academy Sponsors Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Sold-out event scheduled for April 18 at the Nokia Theatre in Hollywood - April 18, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
Jim Dodson Law Contributes to Bike Safety Rodeo at Douglas Jamerson Elementary
Jim Dodson Law was privileged to participate in Pinellas County’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program. All Children’s Hospital will host the bicycle safety rodeo this Saturday, April 20 at Douglas Jamerson Elementary School (DJES), which will educate students on bike safety... - April 18, 2013 - Jim Dodson Law
Sunset Therapeutic Riding Center Benefit
A song, “Walk on CC” has been written and produced to benefit Sunset Therapeutic Riding Center. All proceeds from the purchase/download of the song or video will benefit Sunset TRC. Sunset TRC is a therapeutic riding center where children with special needs gain hope and healing through contact with horses. - April 17, 2013 - Sunset Theraputic Riding Center
20th Anniversary of Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work® Day: A Work in Progress
After 20 years, you’d think the Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work® Day would have grown up, or perhaps even grown old. But the program’s age is similar to that of each group of first-time participating girls and boys and to that of those who participated though the years - the... - April 16, 2013 - Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work Foundation
Atlanta Author and Activist Introduces Workshops to Empower Teen Girls with Healthy Self-Worth and Values
The workshops Tracy holds in Atlanta, based around the workbook, have been so impactful to young girls that BP US Oil Holdings has committed to sponsoring them for a second year. This message could benefit teen girls across the country. A perfect fit for school groups and non-profit organizations, Perfect Peach workshops offer a means by which girls can find a real and positive understanding of their worth and avoid the pull to conform to negative and disrespectful influences through bad actions - April 15, 2013 - Tracy Nicole
Peace Love Girls Host a Barefoot Runway Event at Bloomingdales Boca Raton
Peace Love Girls Host a Barefoot Runway Event at Bloomingdales Boca Raton Featuring Local Students to Benefit the Best Foot Forward Foundation. - April 12, 2013 - Peace Love Girls
Ideas Sought Globally to Solve Local Issues
Most innovative idea will receive $25,000 in United Nations supported initiative. - April 10, 2013 - G Adventures
Catherine Lawhorn Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Catherine Lawhorn of Grove City, Ohio has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government social services. About Catherine Lawhorn Ms. Lawhorn has over 20 years experience in the field of social... - April 04, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Positive Promotions Announces Winning Schools for 2012 Red Ribbon Week Contest
Each October, Positive Promotions supports the efforts of Red Ribbon Week by sponsoring an annual contest to recognize schools and organizations that celebrate the week in creative ways. Chosen from hundreds of outstanding contest entries, the company is proud to announce and congratulate the winning schools of the 2012 Red Ribbon Week Contest. - April 04, 2013 - Positive Promotions
Brennan Rock & Roll Academy Opening Raises $1.2 Million
Gene Simmons Makes Surprise Guest Appearance During Celebrity-Packed Events. - April 03, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
Funky Divas and Dudes: Giving Children a Platform for Expression, Entertainment and Healthy Development
Funky Divas and Dudes is expanding their influence in Los Angeles by launching a new performing arts camp and partnering with Sports-Champs. - April 03, 2013 - Funky Divas and Dudes
Project Moves Dance Company Airs Anti-Bullying Performance Live Online
Project Moves Dance Company, Inc., the resident company of The Gold School of Dance Art in Brockton, Mass., is proud to present I AM…when being yourself is enough. While the two performances will be held at Bridgewater/Raynham High School in Massachusetts on Friday, April 5, 2013 and Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 7:30 pm, the Company is airing a portion of the show online for their supporters around the world. Tune into www.facebook.com/projectmoves at 8:45 ET on Sunday, April 6th to view. - April 02, 2013 - Project Moves Dance Company
Dancing Dreams Rings the NASDAQ Stock Market Opening Bell
Dancing Dreams, a non-profit that helps children with physical challenges dance, at NASDAQ to ring the opening bell in celebration of their 2013 dance performance "Broadway Babes." The Dancing Dreams performance of "Broadway Babes" takes place Sunday, April 28 at 1:00pm at The Mary Louis Academy in Queens, NY. Broadway actor Dan Domenech of Rock of Ages and MSG Network sports commentator and Dancing Dreams spokesperson Al Trautwig were on hand to ring the bell. - March 28, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
SouthSide Community Center Easter Egg Hunt 2013
A Community Wide Free Event - hosted by the Cheryl Allen SouthSide Community Center at Noon, Friday March 29th. - March 28, 2013 - SouthSide Community Center
Jewish Social Justice Trips to Thailand This Summer
Justifi: Jewish Social Justice will be running three trips to Thailand this summer for 10 days each. The trips will run in May (21st-30th), June (4th-15th) and July (2nd-11th). Founded by Rabbi Jamie Cowland, Justifi is a life-changing social justice program that takes Jewish young professionals... - March 27, 2013 - Justifi
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers Hosts 15th Year Anniversary Event to Thank Customers and to Fundraise for the Shriners Hospitals for Children
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers, a leading provider of upscale moving and storage solutions, announces their 15th Year Anniversary Event to be held on May 16th, 2013 at 2412 W. Holcombe Blvd. in the Houston Medical Center. The event promises to be fun and unique, the highlight being a "Storage Wars" themed live auction benefiting the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Houston. - March 26, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
ASD Publishing Signs New Authors for Spring
ASD Publishing is pleased to announce the signing of three new authors to the ASD Family. All authors bring unique stories of persistence and fortitude and will have books released digitally in April, 2013. - March 26, 2013 - ASD Publishing
Area’s Largest Indoor Easter Egg Hunt with 30,000+ Eggs
More than 30,000 Easter Eggs filled with 3,000+ pounds of candy will be ready for the 5th annual Pathways Church Indoor Easter Egg Hunt being held on Saturday March 30th, 2013. Each year more than 6,000 people descend on the Pathways Church grounds for age appropriate hunts as well as giant... - March 23, 2013 - Pathways Church
New Children's Self Help Book Series Gives Children Confidence to Overcome Their Fears and Better Succeed in Life! "The Adventures of Tess"
New children's book author, cancer survivor, Pamela Grunstein follows her passion creating a new and unique book series aimed to help children 2-6 years of age overcome various fears and anxieties. The books are narrated by Tess, a stuffed Chihuahua who comes to life around children taking them on an adventure in a fun, colorful, magical and relatable way. - March 21, 2013 - Chihuahua World Inc
National Academy of Physicians and Medical Scientists Sponsors 2014 Congress of Future Medical Leaders for Top High School Students
The Congress of Future Medical Leaders, sponsored by the National Academy of Physicians and Medical Scientists, will be held in Washington, DC in February of 2014. The conference seeks to equip and support the nation’s top achieving high school students in their pursuit of a career in the STEM subjects. The three-day conference will provide students with access to representatives of elite colleges, demonstrations of future medical technology, and even an opportunity to witness surgery. - March 21, 2013 - The National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists
The Denan Project Wins Award
The Denan Project wins award in Peru. Plus a summary of the latest news from its other 3 projects. - March 18, 2013 - The Denan Project
Hey Snails to Join Industry Luminaries at Game Developers Conference 2013
Independent game developer Hey Snails Inc. to take part in "the world’s largest game industry event"; industry giants Blizzard Entertainment, Zynga, Ubisoft, among other participants. - March 17, 2013 - Hey Snails Inc.
Phoenix Arising Aviation Academy Partners with Groupon Grassroots to Sponsor a Flight-Training Summer Camp
Phoenix Arising Aviation Academy Partners with Groupon Grassroots to sponsor a Flight-Training Summer Camp, an initiative to extend advanced learning opportunities to economically disadvantaged students. - March 17, 2013 - Phoenix Arising Aviation Academy