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Youth Essay Contest Celebrates American Liberty
Youth between 12 and 20 invited to answer what they want for Christmas and why - December 15, 2007 - American Opinion Foundation
French Designer Juliette Longuet in Palm Beach: Fashion for Autism
Juliette Longuet will be releasing an exclusive preview of her 2008 spring/summer collection at Fashion for Autism event on December 28th at 2pm at BICE of Palm Beach. Fashion for Autism is a women’s only charity fashion benefit supporting the Autism Society of America, featuring a fashion... - December 08, 2007 - Juliette Longuet Ltd
A New Mom Finds a Creative Way to Give to Charity This Season
The New Mom's Best Babysitting & Parenting eBook was created to provide moms with helpful tips and raise money for charity. Available on lulu.com, the 71-page downloadable book is full of tips, forms, advice and quotes to help mothers transition into parenthood. A portion of the proceeds will go to The International Rescue Committee, Children's Hospital Los Angeles and Drive Kids to be Fit. - December 07, 2007 - Lia Prewitt
American Made Toys - Holiday Delivery Still Available for USA Made Toys and Other Safe Gifts for Babies, Kids and Teens
Finding safe toys, toys made in the USA just got a lot easier with the website www.AmericanMadeToysOnly.com With the Holidays so close and so many Chinese made toys flooding the market now being re-called with lead paint or other serious hazards, the founders of AmericanMadeToysOnly.com thought there ought to be an easier way to find safe toys for holiday giving. The owners, parents themselves, although their little ones are bigger now, have gathered a wonderful array of safe toy web sites. - December 06, 2007 - American Made Toys Only.com
Retail Stores Pioneer Protection Against MRSA; Soapopular® Brand Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizers in Demand Nationwide
MGS Soapopular Inc, the exclusive US importer of Canada’s Soapopular® brand, alcohol-free hand sanitizer products, announced that retailers nationwide have taken in the alcohol-free hand sanitizer with the hopes of stopping the spread of MRSA and other viruses this season. - November 30, 2007 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
Dallas Sports Training for Varsity Starts Now - Success for Next Year Starts in the Off-Season
Sports Performance Team of Dallas, specializing in advanced sports performance training for athletes of all ages and skill levels, today announced that they are the official training partner for TEAM United. - November 27, 2007 - The Fitness Club
Bella Rose Children's Boutique Announce the Addition of Mud Pie Baby, Nollie Custom Seat Covers, and Jamie Rae Hats to Its Product Offering Just In Time for the Holidays
Bella Rose Children's Boutique caters to the smallest roses by offering Unique Chic one of a kind boutique style baby clothing, gifts, and toys. Expecting mommies and moms alike have made Bella Rose Children’s Boutique their one stop shop for baby couture. - November 24, 2007 - Bella Rose Children's Boutique
Celebrity Holiday Gifting Gone Green
Farmerkids Organics has been invited by Distinctive Assets to participate in the "Babes in Toyland" Holiday Gift Boxes presented to celebrities in early December. Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt, Gwen Stefani, and Salma Hayek are among the celebrity parents. - November 19, 2007 - Farmerkids Organics
There is a New Team in Town: the Mayor of Frisco Joins a Group of Professional Athletes to Help Make Fitness Fun
Michael Simpson, the Mayor of Frisco wants all kids to know that fitness is fun. As a matter of fact, he has joined a team of professional athletes that want to show kids how to run faster, jump higher, and get stronger. - November 10, 2007 - The Fitness Club
Hand Sanitizer Manufacturer Responds to MRSA Outbreak; Soapopular Brand Reaches Out to Schools Throughout the US
MGS Soapopular, an affiliate of Mata Global Solutions and the exclusive United States distributor and marketer of Soapopular brand hand alcohol-free sanitizer products extends nationwide offer to schools systems and day care facilities throughout the United States to help protect against MRSA. - November 09, 2007 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
Forget the Grammar, Just Repeat the Phrases — Spanish Classes at ¡HOLA!® The Language & Learning Center
“I don’t want to torture you with grammar,” Inge McKeever said. She just opened the ¡Hola! Language and Learning Center in the Factory Stores of America outlet center near Power and Baseline. Inge revved up her bewitching Latin ebullience, talking about the fun of language... - November 09, 2007 - Hola The Language & Learning Center
Six-Year-Old Musician Ethan Bortnick to Perform at The 20th Anniversary Celebration of Showboats International Boys & Girls Club Rendezvous at Fisher Island
Other performers that will take part at the event are The Village People, The Pointer Sisters, Gloria Gayner and The Blues Brothers Revue. - November 08, 2007 - Ethan Bortnick
Helping Colorado’s Preemies - 2nd Annual McCharity Event
Anna’s Preemie and the March of Dimes Southern Colorado Division are proud to announce additional drop off locations are now available for collection of new and gently used preemie-sized clothing and accessories. Donations are being accepted now through November 30, 2007 at the following... - November 02, 2007 - Anna's, LLC
Multimedia Tutorial Services Featured on the Wall Street Journal Radio Network
Program Highlights Company's TutorialChannel.com Website as Affordable Solution to High-Cost Tutoring Centers. Multimedia Tutorial Services, Inc. ("Multimedia" or the "Company) (OTC Bulletin Board: MMTS), a leading developer of educational content, was recently highlighted on The Wall Street Journal Radio Network, a leading provider of business-news programming for radio stations across the United States. - October 31, 2007 - Multimedia Tutorial Services, Inc.
Multimedia Tutorial Services, Inc. Expands Digital Marketing with SmartFinds Internet Marketing for Greater Web Exposure
Multimedia Tutorial Services, Inc. and their “Math Made Easy” and “The Tutorial Channel” online programs are the answer to the nation's unmet and growing need for effective, reasonably priced alternatives to high-cost tutoring centers. In an age where classrooms are systematically overcrowded, and parents often have less time and resources to effectively assist their children -- SmartFinds Internet Marketing is bringing Math Made Easy and The Tutorial Channel ) the outreach programs needed. - October 31, 2007 - Multimedia Tutorial Services, Inc.
Top 10 Unique Baby Shower Gift Ideas for 2008
What better way to celebrate baby's entry into our world, than with the time honored tradition of a baby shower. With over 6 years of experience, one successful online baby boutique, www.RecurrentDreams.com, has come up with their top 10 list of Unique Baby Shower Gift Ideas for 2008. - October 30, 2007 - Recurrent Dreams Unique Baby Boutique
Farm Bureau Insurance Safety Alert: Have a Safe Halloween
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance provides the public with important information and tips throughout the year to aid in safety and health. This alert provides tips on Halloween safety. - October 27, 2007 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS) Marks 25 Years of Working with Long Island Children to Keep Them Safe from Harm with November 1, 2007 Benefit
Celebrating CAPS’ leadership role in the ever-evolving violence prevention and child-safety effort on Long Island. - October 25, 2007 - Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS)
Child Abuse Prevention Services Survey Finds Students Report Drop in Bullying in Long Island Middle Schools
Pro-active, pro-social interventions by students who witness bullying incidents increased, suggesting strategies to empower bystanders–the “silent majority” – are working. - October 25, 2007 - Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS)
Stories for Children Magazine Now Taking Submissions for 2008
Editor VS Grenier of Stories for Children Magazine announced today the magazine is open for Submissions for the Year 2008. Stories for Children Magazine is growing quickly so that more authors and illustrators are needed to keep up with their readers demand. The editors at Stories for Children... - October 21, 2007 - Stories for Children Magazine
Mimi the Angel Joins Forces with United Way
Mimi The Angel™, a whimsical symbol of hope for young children, has joined forces with United Way Ottawa to be angels in action for others. - October 19, 2007 - Mimi Publishing Inc.
Campus Pride Announces Dates for Gay-Friendly College Admission Fairs this Fall & Spring
National Fairs Provide Opportunity to Increase Enrollment & Diversity with LGBT Outreach Efforts -- Campus Pride just announced dates for two national college admission fairs this Fall 2007 and Spring 2008 specifically designed for out lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) students to find LGBT-friendly colleges and universities. - October 18, 2007 - Campus Pride
March of Dimes Trips Across USA with Every Baby Has a Story Onboard
Actual "real-time" Trailways GPS Tracking of the March of Dimes (MOD) studiocoach is available for each, every mile and at each stop while gathering baby stories. Blog and Track the MOD-Trailways Traveling Studiocoach for the entire 30-day scheduled tour. - October 16, 2007 - Trailways Transportation System, Inc.
Midwest Dance Troupe Will Host Conference to Give Teenage Girls and Young Women Tools for Living a Positive, Values-Based Life
Kim Sanderson, founder of Jazz For Jesus Dance Team, will offer young females an opportunity to learn a spiritual and practical approach to dealing with difficult life issues during the Broken and Beautiful Conference in Wichita, Kansas - October 15, 2007 - Jazz For Jesus
Kids At Heart Photography Grants Another Franchise in the State of NJ (Burlington County & Cherry Hill, NJ)
Kids At Heart Photography continues to grow in the Garden State granting their 5th franchise in NJ. Kids At Heart Photography now has 10 franchises that service the youth photography industry in PA, NJ, DC, VA, MD, CA and FL. Kids At Heart offers photography services to daycare/preschools, elementary/middle schools, youth sports leagues, dance and camp photography. - October 10, 2007 - Kids At Heart Photography
SOS Children's Villages and Swarovski Recognize World Orphan Week
SOS Children’s Villages, the largest international orphan care organization in the world, is recognizing World Orphan Week with Swarovski by auctioning off celebrity designed jean jackets on Ebay. (go to www.ebay.com/swarovski) All proceeds from the jacket auction will go to help SOS... - October 05, 2007 - SOS Children's Villages - USA
Def Poetry Co-Founder Deborah Pointer Launches College Admissions Consulting Services
A Successful College Admissions Application is not a Secret. Def Poetry co-founder Deborah Battle Pointer has launched a college admissions/financial aid consulting service www.collegeadmissions-financialaid.com to demystify the college admissions and financial aid process for high school students and their parents. - September 26, 2007 - Edwina Inc.
New Designer Clothes Lines from Kumquat, Mimi & Maggie and Kissy Kissy Now Available at ZaraBella.com
ZaraBella.com (http://www.ZaraBella.com), an online retailer of high quality designer baby clothes and accessories, announced it has recently added and expanded several designer clothing lines on its website. - September 22, 2007 - Atterdag Kids
Official Santa Mail Website Rings in Holidays with Oprah Inspired Program
Official Santa Mail is launching a global campaign to teach children about Random Acts of Kindness. Encouraging educators the world over teach a lesson plan on kindness. Official Santa Mail will feature participating classrooms throughout the holiday season for an International Kindness Leadership Award. - September 22, 2007 - Official Santa Mail
Drug Free Ambassadors Tackles Youth Drug Problem
In western Sydney, the Drug Free Ambassadors group attends a huge festival in a high risk area to get the message out about the risks of drugs. - September 21, 2007 - Drug Free Ambassadors
Precedent Launches Revolutionary Individual Health Insurance Plans in Texas
Online Site Promises Easy Application, Instantaneous Quotes Plus Increased Coverage ‘On Demand’ - September 15, 2007 - Precedent Insurance
Wilmington Police Department Goes High Tech in Their Mission to Keep Children Safe
With joint funding from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation and the Ronnie Williams Foundation, Wilmington police will provide Safe Kids Card digital ID's free of charge to the community - September 14, 2007 - Safe Kids Card, Inc
Get Close to the Bella Lingua and Bella Vita of Italy… Without Leaving Manhattan
Beginning Sept. 17, Collina Italiana (CI) on the Upper East Side in Manhattan begins its signature Italian language and culture classes. - September 12, 2007 - Collina Italiana
Malaria Awards 2007 Announced by Malaria Foundation International (MFI)
The Malaria Awards 2007 recognizes Dr. Dora Akunyili, Professor Lawrence Bannister, Ray Chambers, Dr. Don Roberts, Ms. Camille Henderson-Adams, Kalyani-India, Dunk Malaria, Sports Illustrated, Laura Bush, Angelina Jolie, Lexi Hunter, Dr. Jeffrey Sachs, Dr. Robert Menard, Coach Kuda and Mtandao Afrika and many other leaders and unsung heroes in the fight against malaria. - September 12, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
2007 Advanced Fertility Baby Reunion a Big Success
IVF and Other Fertility Therapy Babies Come Together - September 12, 2007 - Advanced Fertility & Reproductive Endocrinology Institute, LLC
Grimes Companies Proud Participant in Project Alaska Turf
The Grimes Companies proudly participated in the first-ever delivery of a high school football field playing surface thousands of miles to the town of Barrow, Alaska. It all began when Cathy Parker, the wife of a former NFL player, heard the plight of the Barrow High School Whalers and their... - September 07, 2007 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Ethan Bortnick, 6 Year Old Musician and Pianist, to Perform at the Chabad Telethon on September 9, 2007
On Sunday, September 9, millions of people will unite in song, dance, and the joy of giving. September 9 is the day of the 2007 Chabad “To Life” Telethon. Ethan Bortnick has been invited to open the Telethon with the Star Spangled Banner and perform throughout the telethon to help raise... - September 06, 2007 - Ethan Bortnick
Hola! Language Center Offers free Spanish Trial Classes for Preschoolers and Moms
Preparing Children to Succeed in a Multicultural World - September 01, 2007 - Hola The Language & Learning Center
Moon Costumes Has Expanded Its Line of Anime Character Costumes to Include Sixteen Children's Styles in Two Sizes
Moon Costumes has expanded it's line of Anime character costumes to include sixteen children's styles in two sizes. This is the first time a full selection of children's cosplay styles are being mass produced and distributed in the US. This year's limited release of children's costumes are... - September 01, 2007 - Moon Costumes
Botswana Teacher Joins SLAM Network and End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Campaign
The Malaria Foundation International applauds efforts of Botswana, Africa and Colorado, USA teachers working together to educate and train students to become active leaders in the world’s fight against malaria. - August 24, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
Australian Diva Attracts International Attention
Amanda Baker selected as spokesperson for child poverty coalition - August 24, 2007 - Worldview
Kids At Heart Photography Grants First Franchise in the State of California
Kids At Heart Photography has struck gold in the state of California. Kids At Heart Photography grants first franchise in the state of California. Kids At Heart offers photography services to daycare/preschools, elementary/middle schools, youth sports leagues, dance and camp photography. - August 22, 2007 - Kids At Heart Photography
Kids At Heart Photography Grants First Franchise in the State of Florida (Palm Bach County)
Kids At Heart Photography plants its first franchise flag in the state of Florida. Kids At Heart Photography now has franchisees that service the youth photography industry in PA, NJ, DC, VA, MD, CA and FL. Kids At Heart offers photography services to daycare/preschools, elementary/middle schools, youth sports leagues, dance and camp photography. - August 21, 2007 - Kids At Heart Photography
Martial Art Blue Ribbon Fight to End Malaria
The Malaria Foundation International & Choi Kwang Do Martial Art International have developed a unique partnership, fighting malaria together with persistent dedication and a special focus on educating children worldwide and developing a global network of Student Leaders Against Malaria. - August 20, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
The Silent Killer in Your Backyard
Tragically High Number of Child Drownings This Year Has Prompted Authorities to Increase Awareness of Safety Precautions in or Around Swimming Pools - August 05, 2007 - The Appleman Group
American Singer Brings Child Poverty Awareness to Germany
Vocalist Pamela Falcon bridges two continents with her message about caring for the world's poorest children. - August 05, 2007 - Worldview
Canadian Children's Entertainers Speak Out About Extreme Poverty
“Bobs and Lolo” join musicians from ten countries to bring awareness to extreme child poverty issues - August 03, 2007 - Worldview
Canadian Singer/Songwriter Lends Her Hope to Worldview Coalition
Monica Joy uses her words and music to speak out against child poverty. - August 03, 2007 - Worldview
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and Global Software Applications Introduce Missing Children Screensaver
Rotating Updated Missing Child Pictures When the Computer is Idle - August 01, 2007 - Global Software Applications
Princeton Premier Honors Constonsa L. Alexander Into the Princeton Premier Registry
Constonsa L. Alexander has been selected for inclusion into the exclusive Princeton Premier Registry. Constonsa received a Masters Degree in Recreation Administration from the University of Aurora and is currently working as a recreation specialist in Palm Beach County. As a recreation specialist,... - July 28, 2007 - Princeton Premier