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Cambridge International Gives Back to the Community
Cambridge International, Inc., an industry leader in metal product fabricator including drag mats, conveyor belting and wire cloth, continues to develop its long-standing commitment to the community by donating 27 drag mats to local schools and parks & recreation organizations. Cambridge Drag... - May 03, 2008 - Cambridge International
Simple Idea Stops NewEra Baseball Caps Being Stolen
A Nottingham hip hop clothing company is embroidering kids names on their NewEra baseball caps to prevent them from getting stolen. - May 02, 2008 - Dollars Urban Wear
Joe Dumars Fieldhouse Announces 2008 Summer Camp Schedule
Joe Dumars Fieldhouse (www.joedumarsfieldhouse.com) announced opening of registration for its largest summer camp schedule ever. Beginning the week of June 16 and going through the week of Aug. 25, more than 80 different camps are being offered for children ages 18 months to 17 years. These... - May 01, 2008 - Joe Dumars Fieldhouse
Boston University’s Center for Digital Imaging Arts (CDIABU) Partners with Children’s Hospital Boston on Animation Project Event
CDIABU 3D Animation students tackle an inspiring project in a 24-hour animation marathon. - April 30, 2008 - The Center for Digital Imaging at Boston University
Thomas-Somero Design Increases Charitable Donations
Hollywood-based design team Thomas-Somero Design donates over $30,000 in services to various charitable causes. - April 28, 2008 - Thomas-Somero Design
Mother Earth Fundraising Allows Schools to ‘Raise Money Responsibly’
Website featuring eco-friendly products offers alternative to traditional catalog-style fundraisers. - April 27, 2008 - Mother Earth Fundraising
Söfft Shoe Company Donates Shoes to Teachers of the Not-for-Profit Program, Dancing Classrooms
Söfft Shoe Company, makers of women’s footwear brands Söfft and Softspots, today announced they are donating shoes to the teachers of Dancing Classrooms, a project of the American Ballroom Theater Company, a not-for-profit organization based in New York City. Dancing Classrooms was... - April 26, 2008 - Sofft Shoe Company
Credit Card Gives Mom Huggin’ Credits
Picturoo.com makes credit cards that can be redeemed for hugs. - April 26, 2008 - Picturoo.com
Four Teens Fully Recover from Autism
Press Conference and World Premiere Movie. - April 25, 2008 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Clubs Celebrate One Year of Service in India
The Malaria Foundation International is pleased to report that its partners in Assam, India are celebrating one year of service as leaders of End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Clubs, which have been educating children and communities about malaria and reducing the prospects for illness, suffering and death caused by this disease. - April 23, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
Yoga—the Younger the Better
Lazy Lizards Yoga launches redesigned website from new owner Karen Allaire, mother and yoga instructor. Her passion for Lazy Lizards Yoga developed when her own son started practicing with her at home. She was amazed to see how natural Yoga comes to a child, and how radiant and calm her son was... - April 22, 2008 - Lazy Lizards Yoga
Ochanga Celebrates 1st Year of Providing Trendy Boys Fashions
Ochanga celebrates 1st year of providing trendy boys fashions at the 2nd Annual LA Baby Celebration Expo in Los Angeles, CA. - April 20, 2008 - Ochanga International Clothing for Boys, LLC
Offshore Sailing School Announces New Eco-Friendly Family Learning Adventures
A long-time proponent of wind-driven power, Offshore Sailing School has just announced eco-friendly family sailing vacations at three Florida resort campuses, tailored exclusively for those who want to learn how to safely and confidently harness the wind while gaining a lifelong skill. - April 10, 2008 - Offshore Sailing School
McGrath Training Systems Supports Adoption of California Law Extending Sexual Misconduct Statute of Limitations
Mary Jo McGrath, investigative attorney and expert witness in cases of educator sexual misconduct, believes the California legislature must extend statute of limitation for educator sexual abuse to the alleged victim's 26th birthday. Current law allows school districts to benefit from their own negligence. - April 09, 2008 - McGrath Training Systems
Wild Heart Ranch "Kids Club" Connecting Online and Offline Play with Endangered Animal and Environmental Brands
Wildheartranch.com Creates Connectivity to Brands with Characters, Video Games, Animation and Education. - April 08, 2008 - Wild Heart Ranch, Inc.
Geeks-In-Route Gives School Kids Free New Laptops
Geeks-In-Route is developing a program that rewards kids for striving for excellence. The program is designed to motivate kids to do better, and work harder in school. In return, they have a chance to win a new laptop computer. - April 04, 2008 - Geeks-In-Route, Inc
Canada's Own "Little Soles™" Steps Into the Celebrity Hollywood Baby Breakfast Club Gift Basket
Hand-picked by glamour guru Janyneoni Moore, Little Soles™, based out of Calgary, Canada has been invited to include their quality designer children’s shoes in this spring’s Hollywood Baby Breakfast Club Gift Basket on April 2, 2008. The Hollywood Baby Breakfast Club is an... - March 25, 2008 - Little Soles Inc.
Former USA Soccer Captain Kristine Lilly to Speak at The Ridgefield Playhouse
The USA’s “Iron Woman,” Kristine Lilly became the first player in history, man or woman, to play in 200 soccer internationals when she played against Canada in the Nike U.S. Women’s Cup in 2000. The second all-time leading scorer and the all-time leader in minutes played,... - March 19, 2008 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Yahoo! for the Global Learning Foundation
The Global Learning Foundation secures funding from the Yahoo! Employee Foundation. - March 17, 2008 - Global Learning Foundation
7 Year Old Musician and Composer Ethan Bortnick Makes His Second Appearance on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno on March 10, 2008
Ethan will be appearing to promote his newly released DVD and CD - "Live in Concert By Me Ethan Bortnick." - March 07, 2008 - Ethan Bortnick
High Schools Compete for $25,000 Prom Prize
Every high school in the Dallas, San Diego and Portland areas has a chance to be the sole winner of $25,000 to put toward the cost of its prom. To win the Win the Ultimate Prom (WUP) contest, a school has to generate the most votes during the month of March. The contest is sponsored by Grand... - March 04, 2008 - Win the Ultimate Prom
Midwest Summer Camp Addresses Obesity in Teens with Fun, Adventure and Motivation
Camp Endeavor Now Registering for Summer 2008 Sessions Where the Active Pursuit of Weight Management Begins - March 02, 2008 - Camp Endeavor
“Miracle Children: Behavior and Learning Disabilities Uprooted” a Hope-Filled Resource
“Miracle Children is a book that tens of thousands of parents throughout the Western world have been waiting for, because it proves that their dreams and hopes as parents can become reality.” Dr. Peter Blythe, founder of the Institute for Neuro-Physiological Psychology (INPP), Chester, U.K. - March 01, 2008 - Anna's House, LLC
www.thestepcardcollection.com- Has Successfully Launched Its First Collection of Quality, Printed Cards
www.thestepcardcollection.com® and thestepcardcollection® of quality, printed cards provide a loving and objective voice for stepfamily members to address each other sensitively and sincerely. - February 28, 2008 - thestepcardcollection.com
New Parenting Tool Eliminates Stress from Morning Rush and Bedtime Struggle
Mother of triplets invents an illustrated timing system to eliminate parental nagging and reminding. Teaches children time management and builds independence and self esteem. - February 28, 2008 - Timely Matters, Inc.
There’s a New Adventurer on the Block: Darcy The Daydreamer, a New Book by Ann M. Ciarico
American author and illustrator, Ann M. Ciarico introduces her new paperback book, Darcy The Daydreamer. Darcy is an adorable red-headed little girl, whose everyday observation of life inevitably catapults her into exciting daydream adventures. This 40 page, colorful paperback picture book is published by Daydream Enterprizes. It can be found everywhere in bookstores as well as online including Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com and Lulu.com. - February 25, 2008 - Daydream Enterprizes
Akron Based The Nanny Connection Expands into Columbus
The Nanny Connection, a permanent and on-call placement agency recently opened an office in New Albany, Ohio serving the greater Columbus market. - February 24, 2008 - Nanny Connection
PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS Presents "It's Good to be Golden: The Story of Henry the Heart" by Jeffery A. Faulkerson, MSSW
Announcing the release of the new children's picture book, "It's Good to be Golden: The Story of Henry the Heart", by Jeffery A. Faulkerson, MSSW. - February 16, 2008 - PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS
Shainsware Debuts Eco Friendly Recycled Fashion Accessories - Now You Can Say What You Want, Wear It and Mean It
Shainsware has introduced Shains™, recycled fashion accessories that enable people of all ages to share their messages and change them whenever they want. Launched in 2007, the company is debuting new products at New York Toy Fair in Booth 6446. Shains are one size fits all recycled rubber... - February 14, 2008 - Shainsware
Kids At Heart Photography Grants First Franchise in the Great State of Texas
Kids At Heart Photography is excited to announce that they have granted their first franchise in the State of Texas. Kids At Heart offers photography services to daycare/preschools, elementary/middle schools, youth sports leagues, dance and camp photography. - February 11, 2008 - Kids At Heart Photography
Got Text? Apparel Line Reflects Teen’s Usage of Texting
The Press Release outlines the introduction of a line of text messaging apparel newly released by dekoposh, Inc. It highlights how tweens and teens are using technology today to communicate with one another via cell phones, MySpace, blogging, and so much more. In addition, it also highlights how dekoposh, Inc. is trying to inspire teens to get involved at the local level and make a difference in our world. - February 08, 2008 - dekoposh, Inc.
Generation Y: Exposed, Explored, Explained
New book highlights successes by members of the newest generation of young adults and offers insights about how to appeal to this group - February 07, 2008 - Bea Fields Companies, Inc.
Youth Guides 2008 Help Teens Find Jobs
Youth Guide 2008 available to employment centers. - January 31, 2008 - JobShop Inc
New and Unique Children's Book
New Children’s Book Author Releases Book About Boy Whose Father is in Jail. From Former Correctional Officer and Present-Day Elementary Teacher: Author Uses Personal Experience to Write Realistic Fiction for Children - January 30, 2008 - Williamspublishing
Swim Idol of Coppell, TX Recognizes the Hard Work of Local Swimmers
Swim Idol of Coppell is proud to announce the launch of the Swim idol program which recognizes the achievements of individual swimmers. Coaches, teachers, parents, friends and family members are encouraged to nominate swimmers who have achieved milestones or deserve recognition for their hard work... - January 29, 2008 - Swim Idol
Black History Month: an Opportunity to Encourage Black Youth Entrepreneurship Education
The history of blacks in business is an inspiring story of ingenuity and invention in the face of adversity… And our youth should know that long before slavery ended, black Americans were engaged in businesses of their own. - January 23, 2008 - EDTEC, Inc
Marcos Baghdatis Supports Greek Language Initiative
Cypriot tennis ace, Marcos Baghdatis has thrown his racket behind an off-field initiative to help maintain the Greek language in Australia. Adelaide based, Tony Kyriacou (of Greek Cypriot background) established Greek Toys and Books – an online website www.greektoysandbooks.com in 2006 in... - January 22, 2008 - Greek Toys and Books
Arizona Author Pens Children’s Book with Heart
Single mom and suicide survivor publishes children's book that helps kids cope with the loss of a loved one. - January 17, 2008 - Laura Olivieri
PrintingForLess.com Helps Big Brothers Big Sisters Raise Over $33,000
America’s print shop matches up to $10K in new or increased donations. - January 17, 2008 - PrintingForLess.com
Green Goat Books Announces Release of A Hot Planet Needs Cool Kids by Julie Hall
This unique book addresses the needs of kids, their parents, and their schools in the face of climate change by offering the latest information about causes and effects and leaving readers with a clear sense of direction and a powerful message of hope. - January 16, 2008 - Green Goat Books
Child Abuse Prevention Services Receives Grant to Support What’s Up? Girl Talk — a Bully Prevention Program for Adolescent Girls on Long Island
Grant supports local program intended to reduce the incidence of relational and physical aggression, bullying and harassment among 7th grade girls. - January 16, 2008 - Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS)
New Book, Seeds of Achievement, Educates Teens and Young Adults on How to Become Successful and Prosperous Years Before They Should Have
The Seeds Of Achievement is a must read book for all teens, youths and young adults throughout the world. The life shaping and inspiring knowledge learned from this book will provide the reader with a powerful Life Roadmap that will teach them the critical life tactics, traits and personality attributes so essential to attaining high levels of life success, prosperity, happiness, inner joy, confidence, personal pride and career success years before they would have had they not read this book. - January 15, 2008 - Scott G. Nicholson
GradChild.com Launches Family Community for the Internet Generation
GradChild.com was founded as a place where friends and family could always go to follow the growth of the precious young children in their lives. Originally a website to show off the baby pictures for a few families, GradChild.com is now open to the general public free of charge. While the site evolved into a place where people can read about and discuss “anything baby,” the core of the community is still the GradChild kids (aka “GradChildren”) that call the site their internet home. - January 12, 2008 - GradChild.com
Creativity Unleashed - a "Build a Purse Kit" for Girls of All Ages by dekoposh
dekoposh is pleased to announce the introduction of its Posh Mini Purse™ “Build a Purse Kit”- the first and only of its type hands-on activity for girls of all ages. The Build a Purse Kit consists of a food grade metal tin approximately 6”x4”, high-end decorative felt,... - January 11, 2008 - dekoposh, Inc.
New Dance Studio Offers a Unique Dance, Theatre, Music and Fitness Opportunity for Children, Adults
On December 8, 2007 The Studio at North Park opened its doors and celebrated its Grand Opening, introducing a new dance studio to the community of North Park, SD. The Studio at North Park offers an extensive array of dance, theatre, music and fitness programs for students of all ages, including Creative Movement (Preschool), Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, Ballroom Dance, Acting classes, Guitar lessons, Piano lessons, Voice lessons, Yoga and Pilates. - January 10, 2008 - The Studio at North Park
New Children's Picture Book, Creation's Praise, Provides Inspirational Thirty-One Day Devotional for Children
Creation's Praise, a bright and colorful thirty-one day devotional for young children. Written in poetical form and filled with animals and all creation praising and thanking God. Also included are daily opportunities for adults and children to spend time together praising and thanking God for His tender love and care. Designed, so adults can lovingly introduce their little ones to the great universal symphony of praise to God. - January 05, 2008 - Praise Expressions, Inc.
Baby Nursery Theme and Decor Picture Contest Winners
Unique Baby Gear, Nursery Themes and Decorating Ideas are pleased to announce the winners of their “Baby Nursery Theme and Decor Picture Contest" which asked visitors to submit original pictures of beautifully decorated nurseries. The entries of the contest which ended December 31st can be viewed on the website. - January 03, 2008 - Unique Baby Nursery Themes, Crib Bedding and Decorating Ideas
Eight-Year-Old David Militello Returns to Center Court
David Militello, a third grader with autism, returns to Philips Arena to perform the National Anthem at the Atlanta Hawks vs. Indiana Pacers basketball game on Wednesday, December 26, 2007. - December 21, 2007 - The Sound of Autism, Inc.
Stacie Dale Designs Inc. Offers Heirloom Quality Keepsakes
Philadelphia area, Stacie Dale Designs Inc., offers both wholesale and retail customers high quality heirloom keepsake chests. Each chest is lovingly hand painted to customer specifications in the Pennsylvania studio. Custom designs are available for wedding, baby and specialty gifts and are available at fine online retailers and at http://www.staciedaledesigns.com - December 15, 2007 - Stacie Dale Designs Inc.
Youth Meets Truth Summer Camp Sets 2008 Schedule; Invites Youth to Attend to Learn Basics of America’s Founding Principles
Youth Meets Truth Summer Camps announces its 2008 schedule and invites parents to send their youths aged 12 to 20 to the week-long camp. - December 15, 2007 - American Opinion Foundation