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Muscle Dogg The Health Hound
Animated Tune Factory, LLC proudly announces the release of Muscle Dogg The Health Hound. Children all over the world have a new friend, protector and fitness buddy. He's Muscle Dogg, the Health Hound. - August 06, 2011 - Animated Tune Factory, LLC
Cool Frootz Whole Fruit Froozers to Revolutionize Fight for Childhood Nutrition
Cool Frootz™, LLC and its Froozer™ brand and patented technology are well positioned to enter the commercial and institutional food service markets with its healthy whole fruit and vegetable products that taste like soft serve ice cream yet are comprised exclusively of whole fruits and vegetables and are rated as fruit and vegetable equivalents. - July 29, 2011 - Cool Frootz, LLC
Bay Area Studios Foundation Awards Youth New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts Scholarship
Nonprofit Awards $600 in Scholarship to Advance Theater and Performing Arts Among Teenagers. - July 25, 2011 - Bay Area Studios Foundation
Miami Orthodontist Announces Invisalign Teen Anniversary
Dr. Stephen Grussmark, a Miami orthodontist talks about the third anniversary of Invisalign Teen. - July 20, 2011 - Centre for invisible braces
Ortho Classic Introduces Cartoon Monsters to Teach Kids About Straight Teeth
Morthos™ are cartoon monsters with orthodontics geared towards younger dental and orthodontic patients. - July 15, 2011 - Ortho Classic
Dolphin at Rapid Development Therapy Cayman Islands Gives NJ Boy a Voice
The Rodriguez family from New Jersey took their son David to the dolphin-assisted therapy program on Grand Cayman. David showed symptoms of autism and global development disorder. After 10 days of therapy, David was forever a changed boy. - July 14, 2011 - Rapid Development Therapy Cayman Islands
Issa Trust Foundation & Couples Resorts Announces Formation of Their Seventh Medical Initiative
Leaders with the Issa Trust Foundation (www.issatrustfoundation.com) announced today a team of paediatric health professionals led by Dr. Stacy McConkey, University of Iowa Children’s Hospital serving children in Jamaica. - July 13, 2011 - Issa Trust Foundation
MyReviewsNow Announces a New Quality Service in the Never-Ending Search for Baby Sitters and Nannies. New Users Can Take Advantage of Promotional Discounts.
Sitter City is a website that connects parents with caregivers. It was created by Boston College student Genevieve Thiers as a service for parents in need of child care and students in need of supplemental income. Since then, it has grown to become a nationally reputable website that offers parents a reliable and efficient way to find a baby sitter or nanny online. - July 02, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
Evil Hat Productions Announces "Race to Adventure" Board Game
Double 2011 Origins Award Winner Moves Beyond RPGs with Family Adventure Game - June 30, 2011 - Evil Hat Productions, LLC
"Let Us Unite to Eliminate Child Labor"- IIMSAM Mid-East Director's Message on the Eve of World Day Against Child Labor
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud statement on World Day against Child Labor. Dr. Homoud termed child labor as grave human rights violation which undermines efforts to achieve the Millennium Development Goal of universal primary education. - June 19, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Gospel's Grace Christian Event Management Donates Management Services to The 5th Annual Kommunity Festival, Promoting Mrs. Obama’s Let's Move Campaign
The 5th Annual Kommunity Festival on the National Mall Sponsors a Let’s Move Dougie Dance Contest. The Kommunity Festival Features Sport Events, Christian Music, Plays, and a Tribute to Veterans. - June 18, 2011 - Gospel's Grace Christian Event Management
Gloria Charlier, Aromatherapist and GloriaCharlier.com Are Referenced in New Book “Creating the Peaceable Classroom, A 21st Century Wellness Guide” by Sandy Bothmer
Gloria Charlier LLC, Holistic Wellness Solutions, a Cincinnati, Ohio based company recently announced that its President, Gloria Charlier and website GloriaCharlier.com are referenced in a new book, “Creating the Peaceable Classroom, A 21st Century Wellness Guide for Teachers, Students and Parents” by Sandy Bothmer. - June 12, 2011 - Gloria Charlier LLC, Holistic Wellness Solutions
Summer Jobs for Palm Beach County Young Adults Take on a New Twist
The eight week summer program will provide the youth of Palm Beach County (ages 15 to 21) classroom entrepreneurship training reinforced by hands on paid practical experience in cultural environments such as museums, art galleries, theaters, cultural marketing programs and other community cultural venues. - June 07, 2011 - Rainbow Marketing Inc Dba Global Business Development Center
XtraMedium and Local Committee Announce New Media Anti-Violence Campaign
The Violence Stops Here Committee Announce Start of New Media Driven Youth Performance Competition. - June 05, 2011 - XtraMedium Communications LLC
International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression Commemorated by IIMSAM Middle East Office
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud urged International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression calls on individuals and organizations all over the world to be aware of the impact of abuse against all children and to take part in responsive campaigns centred on protecting children’s rights. - June 05, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
HotSpring World Springs Into Action for Children
HotSpring World, the leading supplier of hot tubs and spas throughout the UK, has been working with top children's charities in a range of fund-raising activities at its network of hot tub showrooms across the country. - May 28, 2011 - HotSpring World
Sunzeez.com Launches Baby Sunglass Product Designed to Protect Babies from Harmful UV Rays
Baby's walk in the sun leads to sunny outlook for Sunzeez™ Baby Sunglasses. - May 27, 2011 - Sunzeez.com
Hitachi Data Systems in Conjunction with Hitachi Foundation Are Pleased to Announce the Donation of $2,500 to Barefoot Kids Foundation
Barefoot Kids Foundation provides New Footwear for Children that are underprivileged, distressed or live below the poverty level in the U.S. - May 24, 2011 - Barefoot Kids Foundation
AmpleHarvest.org Campaign Marks Its Two Year Anniversary
Only two years old, AmpleHarvest.org now helping nearly 4,000 food pantries across all 50 states become “visible” to local growers with excess garden produce. - May 22, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
NCSJP Community Forum: a Discussion on the Real Cost of Foster Care
The next Community Voices Forum Series discussion on the topic of foster care policy and its effect on young people is scheduled for Thursday, May 26, 2011 at 7:00 PM in the School of Social Work Auditorium on the campus of UNC in Chapel Hill. This forum will explore the impact of foster care... - May 20, 2011 - North Carolina Social Justice Project
Tiny Dancers Disco Comes to East Grinstead
Tiny Dancers Disco is having their next event right here in East Grinstead. - May 19, 2011 - Tiny Dancers Disco
Hollywood Lends a Hand to Greenway Arts Alliance & Good Work(s) Make A Difference to Give Students a Dream Prom
Students from Los Angeles Fairfax High School Senior class of 2011 got an opportunity to live out their prom fantasies and close their high school years knowing dreams do come true. - May 17, 2011 - Goodwork(s) Make A Difference.com
Russian American Dental Association to Award Children for Anti-Smoking Artwork at Red Carpet Ceremony
The Russian American Dental Association is going to award prizes to children for the best anti-smoking artwork at annual red carpet ceremony. The association's "Kids 4 Kids" booklet is also going to be handed out to attendees. - May 12, 2011 - Russian American Dental Association
San Diego Kids' Party Rentals Has Moved to a New, Bigger Location
San Diego Kids' Party Rentals, the premier source for kids' parties in San Diego, has expanded so much that they needed to relocate into a larger showroom. The new location is just down the road from the former location. San Diego Kids' Party Rentals, Inc. has moved about a mile down the road on... - May 12, 2011 - San Diego Kids' Party Rentals
Wall Sticker Outlet Launches New Kids Theme Decorating Ideas
Wall Sticker Outlet is thrilled to announce the addition of a new children's theme room ideas section to its current wall decor website. - May 10, 2011 - Wall Sticker Outlet
Hollywood Effects House Creates 15-Foot Long T. Rex for Santa Barbara Zoo Show "How to Train Your Dinosaur"
Chiodo Bros. hand makes a life-size, adolescent Tyrannosaurus Rex that runs, roars, snorts, blinks, growls… and even poops for a new stage show about how the Zoo cares for its animals. Family friendly shows start May 7 at the beautiful Santa Barbara Zoo, and are free with admission. - May 07, 2011 - Santa Barbara Zoo
Calloway’s and Cornelius Nursery Summer Garden Events for Children Return for the Third Summer
Parents who are looking for something fun and educational for children ages five through 10 can join all Calloway’s and Cornelius Nursery locations for the third annual Callie’s Kids summer series program on the third Wednesday of June, July and August. - May 07, 2011 - Calloway's Nursery
Actor Jeff Fahey Joins Friends Forever’s Global Advisory Council
Friends Forever, a 501c3 organization whose mission is to promote trust and understanding among cultures in conflict on both local and international levels, announced today that actor Jeff Fahey has joined the Friends Forever Global Advisory Council. “Jeff Fahey is recognized globally for... - May 05, 2011 - Friends Forever USA
Mane Center Tampa Florida Participates in World Autism Awareness Month
The Mane Center and autism treatment authority, Dr. Nelson Mane, offers information about autism spectrum treatment. Promotion of awareness of the condition is the purpose of World Autism Awareness Month. - May 04, 2011 - Mañé Center
Site Opens Coffers to Costa Rican Kids
The profit from sales of coffee at ScenicCostaRica.com April through June, are going to the Costa Rican organization CEPIA (Culture, Education and Psychology for Infants and Adolescents). It is a Costa Rican non-profit organisation that seeks to promote culture, health, sports and education for... - May 03, 2011 - Michael C. Mitchell
New Release from Dog Ear Publishing Guides Children to Treat Others with Kindness; Book by Christian Thomas Kaye
A selfish rabbit draws children in to this sweet story that shows God’s love and kindness for us and how we can show others kindness and make a real difference in the world. The author draws parallels between the selfish rabbit and children who don’t act kindly, whether they ignore other children or call them rude names. The story reminds children of all ages of Jesus’ commandment to treat others as the children would like to be treated. - April 27, 2011 - Dog Ear Publishing
Iconic Television Producers Honored by Child Actors
Current child actors are too young to have caught The Brady Bunch in the first primetime run of the show. But that doesn't stop them from loving the retro-cool, iconic TV series. This month the producers of that show, Lloyd and Sherwood Schwartz, will be honored alongside 150 current child actors at the CARE (Child Actor Recognition Event) Awards. - April 25, 2011 - BizParentz Foundation
CARE Awards to Honor Child Star Erin Murphy
Audiences remember her as the adorable daughter and nose-twitching witch, Tabitha Stevens, from the 1970s television series Bewitched. This month Erin Murphy will be honored alongside 150 current child actors at the CARE (Child Actor Recognition Event) Awards. The event will be held on April 30th at Universal Studios Hollywood. - April 25, 2011 - BizParentz Foundation
Appel Farm Arts Camp Announces New Staff Training Program to Deal with Bullying
The Appel Farm Arts Camp has instituted a new training program for staff members that will help them defuse bullying and other behaviors that may be hurtful to other children. The arts camp's philosophy encompasses a clearly articulated policy that promotes respect and celebrates diversity, and staff members will benefit from targeted strategies. - April 22, 2011 - Appel Farm Arts Camp
Author Hazlewood Believes Book "Chester Goes to Africa" Has Lessons for Earthday
Chester the eco-friendly mouse in pursuing his resolve aims to entertain and sensitize kids to an appreciation of the environment. - April 21, 2011 - Leyland Hazlewood
The Russian American Dental Association’s Oral Cancer Awareness Program
RADA to Raise Knowledge About Oral Cancer Through Free Screenings and a Fundraiser - April 19, 2011 - Russian American Dental Association
A New Book, "Uncovering the Logic of English," Endorsed by Temple Grandin & Dr. Reid Lyon, Reveals Answers to Teaching Reading More Effectively
The new book, "Uncovering the Logic of English: A Common-Sense Solution to America's Literacy Crisis" demonstrates how current reading methods may be ineffective for teaching our future engineers and scientists. These logically minded students need to be taught systematically and provided consistent rules. Author Denise Eide unveils the hidden logic which explains 98% of English words and powerfully demonstrates how this knowledge should be as foundational to our education system as 1+1=2. - April 12, 2011 - PediaLearning
Odyssey Seminars' Easter Event - for Kids with Special Needs
Odyssey Seminars is hosting its first annual Easter Project. They are raising funds for local charities, creating fun for kids with special needs and attracting new business for local businesses. - April 10, 2011 - Odyssey Seminars
NAACP Riverside Branch General Membership Meeting Topic on Human Exploitation and Trafficking
Riverside NAACP to host General Membership Meeting with special guest speakers from Riverside County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force. - April 10, 2011 - NAACP-Riverside Branch
MedPro Rx, Inc. Introduces New Online Game to Help Children with Chronic Illness
Local Specialty Pharmacy Offers Clueless Crossword on Kids Website - April 08, 2011 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
Multiplatinum Producer Kevin "Khao" Cates "Bridges DA Gap" with Comedian Rickey Smiley
Multi-platinum Producer, Kevin "Khao" Cates literally Bridges the Gap on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show by introducing the "Bridge DA Gap" Curriculum. (DA = Developing Academics) - April 07, 2011 - Khao Music
Local IT-Support Company Donates Printer and Offers Free Support for Local Charity
Puzzle-IT donates printer and free support to Skidz - April 07, 2011 - Puzzle-IT
Wisconsin Pediatricians Urge Vaccination Against Pertussis (“Whooping Cough”). Preventable Disease on the Rise and Potentially Deadly to Newborns and Infants.
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) is expressing concern over the growing number of the vaccine-preventable pertussis ("whooping cough") outbreaks nationwide. Newborns and infants are especially vulnerable to serious disease and death, and vaccination of all family members and caregivers provides protection against the disease. - April 05, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
College For Every Student Presents: The Hall Pass Tour
On April 1, 2011, College For Every Student (CFES), a nonprofit organization committed to helping underserved youth prepare for, gain access to, and succeed in college, launches The Hall Pass Tour, a series of after-school concerts designed to support the advancement of education through music. - March 22, 2011 - College For Every Student
NFL Alumni, MCCOY Invite Adults to Family Engagement Event
The NFL Alumni Indianapolis chapter announced a partnership today with Marion County Commission On Youth (“MCCOY”) to participate in and sponsor a Family Engagement Event on Thursday March 10, 2011. The goal of the event is to empower parents, grandparents, guardians, teachers, school faculty and other caring adults to play an active, positive and strong role in the success of their students. - March 09, 2011 - NFL Alumni Indianapolis Chapter
Children’s Picture Book Puts Imaginative Spin on Applesauce; Book by Diana Howard, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
When Jonathan was born, his mother declared him to be the handsomest apple on the tree. His father bragged about how strong and healthy his little blossom was. As spring becomes summer and summer becomes fall, Jonathan learns how to be a big apple and fall from his parents’ branch. Applesauce charmingly relates the story of how apples grow in orchards and introduces young readers to Jonathan’s friends: Alexander, Mac and Allington Pippin, a beautiful green apple. - March 08, 2011 - Dog Ear Publishing
"The Bully Box" by Virginia L. Kustra
New Childrens Book "The Bully Box" by Virginia L. Kustra. "The Bully Box" tells the tale of a boy named Timothy who's tired of being bullied at school. To escape his misery he goes to a farm to find the biggest tree he can climb. It is here that Timothy discovers a box at the... - March 07, 2011 - Virginia L. Kustra
Worldwide Bestselling Parent Guide, The Wonder Weeks, Announces “Wonder”-ful Discount - Author Gifts New Parents, Fans and Followers with First-Time Offer
The Wonder Weeks is making reassurance and peace-of-mind easier – and less expensive - for the new parents of the estimated 4 million babies born every year in the United States with a limited-time offer direct from the worldwide bestselling book’s author, Frans Plooij, Ph.D. - March 07, 2011 - The Wonder Weeks
New Release Captures Wonder of Pregnancy, Childbirth; Book by Linda loveGarten, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Think of a journey that begins on a spiritual plane beyond imagining, pair it with poetic verse and add striking illustrations – a combination that tells the story of a baby’s creation and birth. This story, told through Caleb’s eyes, follows his experience from before conception,... - March 06, 2011 - Dog Ear Publishing
Lil Kiddies Creations is a Hit at Jayneoni Moore's Pre-Oscar Boom Boom Room Event
Lil Kiddies Creations, a unique children’s clothing designer and party planner was featured at The Pre-Oscar Boom Boom Room Event on February 25-26 in Beverly Hills. - March 01, 2011 - Lil Kiddies Creations