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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
Bechir K. Sylvain is Now Included as an Honored Member of the Princeton Premier Registry
Bechir K. Sylvain has been selected for inclusion into the exclusive Princeton Premier Registry. Bechir's biography will now be listed alongside other business leaders and professionals who have an impact in their community. As the vice president of Ground Up and Rising, Bechir works with students... - July 26, 2007 - Princeton Premier
A.V.I.D. Students Join End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Campaign
"Student Leaders Against Malaria" network established by Malaria Foundation International welcomes A.V.I.D. students from Shivela Middle School, Murietta, CA, USA. Students use End Malaria- Blue Ribbon Symbol as they raise $1065 to fight malaria. - July 21, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
Australian Artists Lead International Coalition Against Child Poverty
Musicians from ten countries band together to send a unified message: “The insanity of extreme child poverty will no longer be tolerated.” - July 21, 2007 - Worldview
Xclaimed Ministries 7-7-7 Event at the Rose Bowl Stadium - An Xtraordinary Success
The Xclaimed Ministries, July 7, 2007 event at the Rose Bowl Stadium was an Xtraordinary success. Over 9000 people enjoyed a day of celebrating Jesus Christ with seven hours of entertainment and worship by seven bands and an evangelistic message by Pastor Paul Karanick. - July 20, 2007 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
International Artists Unite to End Child Poverty
Musicians from ten countries band together to send a unified message: “The insanity of extreme child poverty will no longer be tolerated.” - July 20, 2007 - Worldview
End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Clubs Initiated by Indian Leader with Educational Goals, Partnerships and Empowering Messages
Malaria Foundation International (MFI) embraces End Malaria - Blue Ribbon Clubs initiated in India. - July 14, 2007 - Malaria Foundation International
City of Hollywood to Present a Certificate of Recognition to 6 Year Old Musician Ethan Bortnick
Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Ethan Bortnick, six year old musician, for his exceptional performances and for bringing recognition to the City of Hollywood. 5.00PM - July 3, 2007 - Hollywood, Florida - City Hall. - July 02, 2007 - Ethan Bortnick
Can Summer Reading Really Lead to Brilliant Futures?
Children become better readers and better students when reading; and kids enjoy reading even more when it is about topics of interest to them. Magazine Yellow Pages, LLC is a proud supporter of Children’s Miracle Network. - June 30, 2007 - Magazine Yellow Pages
Baby Clothes Sale 10% - 60% Off for Summer Launched at www.SandboxCouture.com, LLC
Includes Top Designers of baby clothes and children’s clothing - June 29, 2007 - Sandbox Couture
Amber Alert Issued for Pennsylvania Siblings (Amanda & Tyler Stull)
The Pennsylvania State Police has issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert on behalf of the Pennsylvania State Police, Corry Station, Crawford County. The Corry Station of the Pennsylvania State Police is searching for two children who were taken on June 22nd, 2007 from 22410 Little Cooley Road,... - June 23, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Abducted Palm Beach Gardens Two Month Old Girl (Markilah Nocent)
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement and The Palm Beach Gardens Police Department have issued an Amber Alert for a two year old child Markilah Nocent. The suspect is a non-custodial parent Marco Nocent age (26). Authorities report he drove off with Markilah in the back seat and her aunt in... - June 21, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Allegheny County Infant (Alyssa Volz - 15 Months)
The Pennsylvania State Police has issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert on behalf of the Munhall Police Department, Allegheny County. The Munhall Police Department is searching for Alyssa Voltz, a 15-month-old white female child with blonde hair and blue eyes, possibly clothed in only a... - June 18, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Cleveland Twins (Kevin & Brandon Vasquez)
The twins were abducted at knifepoint. - June 17, 2007 - Project Safekids
Children's Book Written for Children on the Perils of Child Molestation
Mi-Leing teaches children, who have been victimized by sexual abuse (or have potential to become so), with an instructive story on how to break the silence, and bring an end to this wide-spread unspoken violation. The story is written in the manner of a fairy-tale, and in the style of Dr. Seuss. - June 14, 2007 - Mi-Leing
New Top Kids Websites Named by The Ratings Guy
Quickly find trusted websites for kids, from learning to skills development, reading, games, fun facts and "how stuff works," combined with news and great stuff about animals and the outdoors. Summer computer time is an adventure with trusted sites selected by The RatingsGuy. - June 13, 2007 - The Ratings Guy