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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
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.