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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
Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY on Friday March 22: Registration Open to All Families
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting a full day adoption workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY, on March 22nd, 2013, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. Pre-registration is required. - March 15, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
When Wishes Come True: The Magic Pork Chop Bone Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated action and adventure juvenile fiction from Bellevue, WA, author Betty Mitchell Block. - March 14, 2013 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
STOMP Out Bullying Named a FOX Sports Supports 2013 Charity Partner
Launches Public Service Campaign Featuring Top Celebrity Athletes - March 13, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
Teen Travel Camp Offers Teenagers the Experience of a Lifetime
ThrillCoaster Tours provides a one-of-a-kind coaster touring experience within six weeks of travel. On the one- and two-week tours, teens and adult counselors not only visit amusement and water parks, but also go on whale watching excursions, hang out at the beach, take in baseball games, and much more. - March 06, 2013 - ThrillCoaster Tours
Canadians Urged to Take Action on Violence in Schools
Letter-writing campaign calls for national action plan to end school-related gender-based violence. - March 06, 2013 - Plan Canada - Because I Am A Girl
A Girl and an Alien Bond Over Their Differences in Oops Was Bullied? Published by Outskirts Press
When a little human meets a tiny stranger from space by chance, they bond despite physical and language barriers. Oops the alien and little Allie become fast friends in Oops Was Bullied? - March 06, 2013 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Camplified Summer Concert Tour Accepting Artist Submissions for Summer 2013
Camplified creates a daylong interactive fantasy experience where every camper receives an “All-Access Pass” to the festival and kicks off with artists joining campers for full day of sponsor-branded activities before the “The Big Show,” a 90-minute concert at night. The festival experience culminates in post-concert “meet-n-greets,” complete with up-close-and-personal autograph and picture taking sessions with artists. - March 03, 2013 - Hear Here LLC
"Buddy Bear in My First Day Adventures" is Currently in Production and Slated for a Summer Release with "My First Musical Adventure"
John P. Aguirre, Executive producer and creator of, "My First Day With Buddy Bear Adventures" has teamed up with Roland Canamar's Silver Dream Factory Inc to produce an undisclosed number of episodes of "Buddy Bear in My First Day Adventures." The overall deal will include the development of a feature film as well as multiple, half hour episodes of the original, independent children's show developed for the toddler to preschool set. The show is currently repped by Hugh Edwards at Aspect Film. - February 28, 2013 - My First Day Productions
Two Boys Launch Entrepreneurial Start-Up, Then Invited to DJ Their High School Turnabout
Entrepreneurial drive comes naturally for two high school boys in Chicago who launched a start-up DJ business a year ago. One of them is a first-generation Mexican with a 4.0 GPA who takes honors Calculus and Physics. He is going to college to be a Doctor. The boys built their company from scratch, bought their own equipment, and have engagements every week. The business is cash-flow positive and the boys are saving their profits for college. - February 28, 2013 - Health Potion
Sage School Doubles in Size and Moves Onto Larger Campus
Suwanee-based school for children with dyslexia is seeing raising enrollments. - February 27, 2013 - Sage School
Groundswell of Support for Memoir Author Monica Holloway’s Campaign - "Take Back the Face of Autism"
When reports surfaced that the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooter had autism or Asperger's syndrome, autism memoir author Monica Holloway took action. She encouraged those affected by autism to “Take Back the Face of Autism” as part of a Facebook campaign inviting families to post... - February 25, 2013 - Author Monica Holloway
WHY Ranch Official Sponsorship Launch March 1st
White Horse Youth Ranch is the only free horsemanship program for socially-challenged youth in Las Vegas and March 1st marks the official launch of their Sponsorship Program. - February 24, 2013 - WHY Ranch
The Barrio Project, ICDHR and eMediaCampaigns Form Collaborative Partnership
Trio to address youth and adults who externalize behaviors that place self and others at risk. - February 19, 2013 - eMediaCampaigns!
Tallship Institute Offers Summer Camps
The American Tall Ship Institute (ATSI) is now offering EXTREME Explorer camps for the 2013 summer season. Campers will experience the life of a sailor on a tallship, hike the Channel Islands National Park of Santa Cruz Island, and camp on the Island as part of the experience. Camps include learning geology, archaeology, underwater archaeology, and marine science programs. - February 15, 2013 - American Tall Ship Institute
Magic Lice Removal Highlights There Are No Short-Cuts to Head Lice Removal
To get rid of lice, there are no short-cuts other than a quick shave of the head. Combing and time are crucial elements in proper removal. - February 13, 2013 - Magic Lice Removal
NYC Ballerina Jenifer Ringer Will Serve as Artistic Consultant for Dancing Dreams Charity
Dancing Dreams founder and executive director Joann Ferrara named Jenifer Ringer, principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, to the advisory role of Artistic Consultant of the non-profit dance program that gives NYC/metro-area children with physical challenges a chance to dance. Ringer, a... - February 13, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
SEE Marketing Fundraising Event for Operation Smile – Great Success!
SEE Marketing hosted a charity event at The Racks Restaurant and Sports Bar in Houston on January 28, 2013. The Racks generously opened its doors to SEE Marketing offering a hosting location as well as great drink and food deals for all those who attended. Proceeds from the event are being donated to the Operation Smile foundation. - February 06, 2013 - SEE Marketing
Toad Teaches Youth with Autism and ADD to Learn; Children and Teens Smile as They Learn and Frustrated Parents Breathe a Sigh of Relief
Children with ADD, ADHD, Gifted Students, and Autistic children now have a place to go for Academic Tutoring and Social Skills services. - February 05, 2013 - Academia Center 4 Tutoring
Ricky Sinclair Miracle Place Church Reach Out to Youth
Ricky Sinclair knows that growing up in today’s world is a difficult experience. A quick look at headlines reveals the many horrors that occur on a daily basis. From crime to premarital sex to substance abuse, today’s teenagers face a long list of temptations. In order to strengthen... - February 03, 2013 - Miracle Place Church
Celebrate Today’s Educators During Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week 2013
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, May 6-10, 2013, is the perfect time to say thanks to your special school team. Positive Promotions offers hundreds of budget-friendly, top-quality recognition gifts that will elevate your celebration to a more notable level while leaving your teachers and staff feeling well appreciated for their dedication to educating others. - February 02, 2013 - Positive Promotions
Superior Grocers to Celebrate Store Re-Grand Opening and Fruits and Veggies Community Mural
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains, will celebrate the re-grand opening of its newly renovated store in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 9, 2013. In conjunction, there will be a special celebration to recognize the first community mural... - January 29, 2013 - Superior Grocers
Fourth Annual “Mardi Gras for Autism” Expects 2,000 Attendees to Raise Funds and Awareness for Autism – Feb. 9
To support autism charities and special education, 2,000 people are anticipated to attend the Bourbon Street 4th annual benefit ‘Mardi Gras for Autism’ featuring The Aquarium of the Pacific’s “Aquarium on Wheels,” Fullerton Union High School’s Circus Club, MMA... - January 21, 2013 - Bourbon Street
Forest of Angels, Inc. Distributed $8750.00 to Local Charities
Forest of Angels, Inc. announced and awarded the winners of the Forest of Angels tree decorating contest on Wednesday January 9th 2013. - January 19, 2013 - Forest of Angels Inc
Marygrove to Host BLOOM Gala to Honor Ambassadors Who Are Committed to Helping Youth in Need
Marygrove’s annual black-tie gala, now called BLOOM will be held on Friday, March 1st at the Chase Park Plaza. This year’s gala will honor six individuals who have been selected as Ambassadors. Each Ambassador has demonstrated a passion for helping youth in need and is committed to... - January 14, 2013 - Marygrove
Capita Conferences Annouces Their One Day National Event on Child Protection in the Digital Environment
Hear from Ofsted on the new requirement within the inspection framework to achieve successful e-safety provision in schools. - January 11, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Foundation for Early Learning Appoints Mark Crawford as Interim Executive Director
The Board of Trustees of Foundation for Early Learning (FEL) announced today the appointment of Mark Crawford as Interim Executive Director, effective immediately. Crawford brings over 25 years of experience in managing transition and successfully leading growth in both for-profit and non-profit... - January 10, 2013 - Foundation for Early Learning
TransAmerica Training Management Keeps the Season Alive in The New Year and Donates Big to the YMCA of Greater Miami
Miami-based TransAmerica Training Management, known for its excellence in business, reminds everyone that even in the new year you can continue the spirit of giving. TAM Training may offer software training and be one of 200 Oracle Training Certified Facilities in the US but this new year they are... - January 10, 2013 - TransAmerica Training Management
America’s Insistent Violence: a Call to Action from Merge Education
20% of America’s young people today have a diagnosable mental health disorder. (The National Center for Children in Poverty, University of Chicago http://www.nccp.org/publications/pub_929.html). Merge Education has a solution that engages these overlooked young people. It’s a combination of progressive fine arts, mentoring, and strengths-based education. - January 07, 2013 - Merge Education
Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY This Coming Friday; Registration Open to All Families
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting a full day adoption workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY, on January 11th, 2013, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. Pre-registration is required. - January 04, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
Celebrate the Achievements of the African American Community During Black History Month
Every February across the nation people celebrate Black History Month. Positive Promotions supports highlighting the accomplishments of the African American community through budget-friendly educational tools and giveaways. - January 03, 2013 - Positive Promotions
Make 2013 the Year Children Stop Dying from Sarcoma Cancer
Sarcoma is a particularly deadly cancer that effects people of all ages but one strain, Rhabdomyosarcoma, mainly targets children under the age of 15. According to statistics from the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, there are approximately 6000 new cases a year and the survival... - December 31, 2012 - Jareds Juggernaut To Cure Sarcoma
Outraged Utah Family Speaks Out Against Russian Adoption Ban
The DiGirolamo family expressed feelings of outrage and dismay at Russia’s ban on American adoptions. They adopted three Russian girls in 2002 and President Vladimir Putin’s ban on American adoptions today prevents that same opportunity from happening for thousands of Russian orphans needing parents and a good home. - December 29, 2012 - DontForgetTheChildren.com
Memoir Author Monica Holloway to Host Autism Friendly Literacy Brunch for Charity – 1/12/13
Autism author and literacy advocate Monica Holloway will host an Autism-Friendly Literacy Brunch for charity, including 20% of brunch proceeds to benefit Autism Speaks OC with matching proceeds, up to $1,000, to benefit the National Center for Family Literacy, on Saturday, January 12, 2013 from 10... - December 27, 2012 - Author Monica Holloway
Plan Canada’s Trip of a Lifetime Contest Closes December 31st
Last-minute holiday shoppers are encouraged to get their Gifts of Hope purchases in before December 31st so that they can be automatically entered into a contest to see Gifts of Hope in action! - December 22, 2012 - Plan Canada - Because I Am A Girl
Colin Bower, a Mass. Father of Two Kidnapped American Boys Who Has Been Working with Sen Kerry for the Past Three Years to Bring His Boys Home on Sen Kerry's Nomination
Statement by Colin Bower, a Massachusetts father of two kidnapped American boys, who has been working with Senator John Kerry for the past three years to gain the return of his boys from Egypt, on his nomination for Secretary of State of the United States. - December 21, 2012 - HelpBringNoorandRamsayHome
New Children’s Book Rennefarre is a Translated and Adapted Version of a German Children’s Classic
Children’s book author, Malve von Hassell is pleased to announce the release of her new book, Rennefarre: Dott’s Wonderful Travels and Adventures. This is a translation and adaptation of a German children’s classic. - December 21, 2012 - Malve von Hassell
Autism Memoir Author Monica Holloway Sheds Light on Understanding Autism and Its Lack of Correlation to Violence
Upon reports surfacing that Sandy Hook Elementary School shooter Adam Lanza had autism or Asperger's syndrome, autism memoir author Monica Holloway publicly declared, “I'm so worried that people who don't understand autism or Asperger’s syndrome will now associate it with violence,... - December 18, 2012 - Author Monica Holloway