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CLASSEMINARS Announces New Writer’s Conference Director and New Location
CLASSEMINARS names Linda Gilden to new writers conference director position and announces dates and location for the conference: Abiquiu, New Mexico, November 4-8, 2009 - April 22, 2009 - CLASSEMINARS, INC
Spring Fling Fashion Show for Breast Cancer Awareness
Come out for free refreshments and support breast cancer awareness - April 18, 2009 - GirlyGirl Boutique and Spa
New Way for Kids & Families to Help Planet - Plant Trees in Coconut Husks
Helping to reduce global warming and learning about sustainability just got quick and easy with the PlantBest Healthy Planet Tree Planting Kit™ – a new product that uses coconut husks for planting tree seeds. Planting a tree is an important step in helping to reduce global warming. What the tree seed is planted in is important too. Hyper-renewable coir (pronounced “koi’er”) - the spent rind of coconuts - is a sustainable alternative planting medium to peat moss. http://www.plantbest.com. - April 17, 2009 - PlantBest Inc.
Tor Books Announces the April 28, 2009 Launch of Author S.J. Day's New Urban Fantasy Series Releasing Consecutively Over Three Months Starting with Eve of Darkness
Fueled by the economic downturn, the demand for escapist fiction is on the rise. Urban fantasy—fantastical tales set in recognizable milieus—is unquestionably the strongest selling fantasy sub-genre. S.J. Day explodes onto the urban fantasy scene with a thrilling new series. In this modern, inventive take on a classic Biblical tale, formerly agnostic Evangeline finds herself struggling with her new demon-killing job and her two loves—Cain and Abel. - April 16, 2009 - S. J. Day
Walch Education Celebrates Poet Laureate Kay Ryan and National Poetry Month with Free Lesson Plan for Language Arts Teachers
April is National Poetry Month. In 2009, Walch Education celebrates with a new, free, downloadable lesson plan: “Outsider” Poet Kay Ryan Goes from Poetry Club Reject to Poet Laureate. The six-page lesson plan is available free at www.walch.com/teachable_moments.php. - April 16, 2009 - Walch Education
1-800-DENTIST® Launches Website Upgrades
1-800-DENTIST®, the nation’s leading free dentist referral service, launched a newly redesigned website in response to the growing number of visitors to 1800dentist.com. The new design also aims to strengthen 1-800-DENTIST’s position as the leading dental resource for U.S. consumers. - April 15, 2009 - 1-800-DENTIST
California Tax Filers Can Make Last Minute Charitable Gift
As Californians face the annual April 15th tax filing deadline, they should know they can make a charitable contribution to one or more worthwhile causes directly on their state tax return. - April 15, 2009 - Checkoff California
DollsBags.com Now Carries Liz Claiborne Designer Handbags
Liz Claiborne fashion accessories are well known for their superior craftsmanship, meticulous attention to detail, outstanding durability, and exquisite designs. DollsBags, LLC is an Authorized Retailer for Liz Claiborne handbags. - April 15, 2009 - DollsBags, LLC
Regression, Love and Passivity-New DVD Set from Bestselling Author, John Lee
Passivity is one of the most overlooked, secretive and misdiagnosed issues in psychology today. This video teaches viewers how to come out of emotional regression and passivity and be passionate about their lives so they can discover how to love in an active, mature and emotionally satisfying way. - April 11, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars
Safety Tips All Women Need to Know
Poway Samurai Martial Arts is offering a one day Women’s Safety course on April 18th from 1 – 4pm, in association with their Personal and Family Safety programs. - April 10, 2009 - Poway Samurai Martial Arts
Six Significant Filipinas Honored in Illustrado Women of Substance Event in Dubai
Dubai-based Filipino lifestyle-community magazine Illustrado has honored six significant Filipinas from different walks of life in a dazzling ceremony attended by some 250 guests, at The Montgomerie Golf Club on Saturday, the 4th April 2009. - April 08, 2009 - Illustrado Communications FZ-LLC
Putting Pencils in the Hands of Future Leaders: Oakland Community College Partners with Operation: Kid Equip to Change Children's Lives
Call it a lesson in social responsibility, the “pay it forward” concept, or just smart educating. Whatever you call it, Oakland Community College has partnered with Michigan-based Operation: Kid Equip on a college-wide school supply drive called “You can Be the Change in a... - April 06, 2009 - Operation: Kid Equip
NuU Unlimited Support Local Theatre Company in Lincoln Park Neighborhood
NuU Unlimited is excited to donate to Infusion Theatre Company’s annual Art of InFusion event, March 28, 2009 from 7p – 10p, held at the Chicago Art Source Gallery. Art of InFusion supports new plays and “consumer friendly” theatre through a celebration of live music,... - April 01, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Take a Vacation to Ireland This Year and Receive a Tax Deduction
If you are going to take a vacation in 2009, then why not receive a tax deduction at the same time? or the same price or even less than that of a conventional walking, cycling or just a relaxing vacation you can experience Ireland at its best and receive a tax deduction on your 2009 taxes. You can even get in a little exercise if you are so inclined. - March 31, 2009 - For A Cause
Journey to Restoration: Healing for the Post-Abortive Woman
Frigidity, psychosomatic pregnancies, uncontrollable crying, the emotional aftermath of abortion is a real phenomena. Often considered a taboo topic, Joneen Horton, Founder of Divine Image, an online women’s ministry (http://www.DivineImage.org), tackles the topic of post-abortion in her new... - March 31, 2009 - Divine Image
Nu U Unlimited Participate in Successful Local Stylechicago Event: South Beach Style at Nacional 27
Warmer weather is right around the corner which means modern beauty tips, the latest on fashion for the season and parties, are you ready? NuUMedspa is one of the many participating sponsors in River North for “South Beach Style” that has taken place March 26, 2009. Attendees of... - March 29, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
EDSPA Announces Green Initiative
The Board of Directors of the Egg Donation and Surrogacy Professional Association (EDSPA), a multidisciplinary third party family formation organization, has announced the start of its Green Initiative. EDSPA, a not-for-profit organization, believes that building a strong foundation includes... - March 29, 2009 - EDSPA
Tough Times Require Tough Tactics - the Corporate Dominatrix Uses Six Mistress Roles to Survive and Thrive at Work
Using the tools of the professional dominatrix, Robyn shows women how to succeed in business by employing the tactics of six mistress archetypes: Goddess, Queen, Governess, Amazon, Nurse and Schoolgirl. For a “dominatrix” in everyday life the key to effectiveness is being switchable – knowing when to be firm and direct, and when to be flexible and accommodating. The woman who is the Corporate Dominatrix can dominate without being domineering, and is confident enough to intuit what her clients or colleagues want and to respond accordingly. - March 28, 2009 - Lisa Robyn
CutieandPatootie.com Add Gift Registry Service by eWish.com
Cutie and Patootie, the online destination for trendy infant and toddler apparel has been featured in several baby publications and today announces the launch of its new gift registry service powered by eWish. - March 18, 2009 - eWish.com
In The Economic Downturn, Working Parents Look For Affordable, Quality Childcare Options
Leading au pair agency launches a promotion to help families burdened with finding affordable childcare. AuPairCare introduces families to a live-in childcare solution that doesn't immediately come to mind for many U.S. families and is much more affordable than daycare or other live-in nanny options. - March 17, 2009 - Intrax Cultural Exchange
Let There be Color
Color in fashion has never been hotter. And for the throngs of women who have are are finally coming out of 20 years of fashion industry inflicted mourning, let their be Light and Color. The latest book in the Color Me Beautiful series, Reinvent Yourself, Four Seasons of Color, Makeup and Style is... - March 13, 2009 - Color Me Beautiful
NuU Medspa Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary, March 2009
NuU Medspa is another year older, but looking younger.! This month, NuU Medspa is proud to announce their second successful year in existence; dominating the medical spa industry and quickly gaining respect as a wellness and surgical center. NuU Medspa welcomes the public and existing clients to... - March 13, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Sleep Machine Provides Magnetic Solution for Poor Quality Sleep
The Sleep on Command™ Sleep Machine offers consumers a natural way to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer and wake up feeling more rejuvenated than ever before. The Sleep on Command™ Sleep Machine uses technology based upon natural Earth generated frequencies. These naturally occurring frequencies correlate perfectly with the mind’s stress free brain-wave spectrum. The lowest end of that spectrum correlates perfectly with deep Delta-rhythm sleep. - March 12, 2009 - EarthPulse Tech, LLC
Brit Awards - Launchpad for ULLTRA’s Revolutionary New Product Range
ULLTRA, the innovative and dynamic Dry (no water needed) shaving and natural skincare experts have launched a revolutionary new product range backstage at this year’s Brit Awards. - March 12, 2009 - ULLTRA Ltd
Photobox Launches the Search to Find the UK’s ‘Ultimate Mum’
PhotoBox, the UK and Europe’s number one online community for photo printing and personal publishing launches a search to find the UK’s ‘Ultimate Mum’. In addition, PhotoBox is offering a range of personalised Mother’s Day gifts including mugs, cards and collage... - March 12, 2009 - Photobox
DressRegistry.com Registers Prom Dresses; 25,000+ High School Proms Available
DressRegistry.com has announced the opening of their database to include high school proms across the country. More than 25,000 of these premier events have been pre-loaded for user convenience. “Every woman, including high school girls, has the right to feel special and unique at the major... - March 10, 2009 - DressRegistry.com
Inspriration & Financial Education for Women with Tami Gaines... March 14th at the Holiday Inn, Fort Lee, New Jersey
Joy and Success Intl. welcomes Tami Gaines and the Women's Wealth Initiative to Fort Lee, NJ on March 14th. - March 10, 2009 - Joy and Success International
Nightengale Press Announces Book Launch for FourEver Friends, a Novel by Erica Miner
Studio City Book Launch for this coming of age novel which transcends time to satisfy the Boomers’ yearning for the Sixties and curiosity of Generations X, Generation Jones, and Generation Y about how growing up really was back in the good old days. - March 07, 2009 - Nightengale Press, A Nightengale Media LLC Company
EDSPA Announces New Board Members
The Egg Donation and Surrogacy Professional Association is pleased to announce that two new members have been added to its Board of Directors. Mario Caballero, who is the Executive Director of Extraordinary Conceptions, will represent both the surrogacy and egg donation owners by holding the... - March 07, 2009 - EDSPA
Child Molestation Happens in the Black Community - Columbia University’s Rho Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Breaks the Silence About Child Molestation
Author, speaker and sexual abuse survivor, Stephanie L. Jones, breaks the silence about child molestation in the Black community. She'll deliver keynote address at Columbia University's Delta Sigma Theta Rho Chapter's State of the Black Womanhood Week. - March 07, 2009 - Stephanie L. Jones, LLC
Truly Caribbean's Guide to Good Love Now in Print
More information on Guide to Good Love is available on Truly Caribbean.Net. Golden deals with domestic violence and offers help for women to navigate the emotional battleground where this war is waged most intensely. “It is very easy for friends and family to tell you to get out of a bad relationship but when they don’t understand what brought you to it in the first place, you may leave physically and still be emotionally tied to that man or the situation." - March 06, 2009 - Truly Caribbean Network
1 Piece of Advice to Celebrate International Women’s Day
In recognition of International Women’s Day, the Office of Alumni Advancement at McMaster University in Hamilton is hosting a luncheon discussion for alumnae with the authors of the newly published book, 1 Piece of Advice, Monday March 9 at the University Club, West Room from noon until 1 p.m. - March 04, 2009 - 1 Piece of Advice
Goveror Gregoire Proclaims March 10, 2009 Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
March 10th is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness of the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls and encourages them to take action. Governor of Washington, Christine O. Greagoire, signed a proclamation on February 17, 2009 to proclaim March 10 as a day for citizens to join her in this special observance. A special event is scheduled on March 10th at the Theatre on the Square, 901 Broadway, Tacoma,WA. - March 03, 2009 - Brown Tones Productions
Prive' Designer Sales Presents ADAM Spring NYC Warehouse Sample Sale - March 11, 2009
ADAM, formerly Adam+Eve, is hosting a "you-can't-miss-it" warehouse sale. Just in time for the, soon to be, warm weather you can shop all of the spring and resort 08 women's collections at 60 - 80% off retail. Prive' Designer Sales will be conducting the exclusive sale in NYC. - March 01, 2009 - PRIVÉ Designer Sales
Nu U Medspa Gains Third Medical Doctor and Skillful Surgeon to Their Medical Team
NuU Medspa announces their third medical doctor for surgical services, Dr. Ryan Tsujmara, on-board as they continue to expand services and clientele throughout Chicagoland and Phoenix markets. With NuU Medspa strongly stepping into their second year of existence, Dr. Tsujmara joins the pioneer... - February 25, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Magnolia Creek Collaborates with State Senator Harri Anne Smith to Present Resolution During National Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Eating disorder treatment center marks week with candlelight vigil, a new family support group, presentations at universities, and legislation to promote awareness across the state of Alabama. - February 24, 2009 - Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders
EDSPA Comments on Octuplet Birth
Published research confirms that these guidelines set out by ASRM and SART have led to a marked reduction in the number of high order multiple births. - February 21, 2009 - EDSPA
South Florida Not-for Profit Organization Fosters Strong Partnership with Woman Inc Crisis Center to Help Victims of Domestic Violence in Jamaica
The Caribbean Music Alliance, Inc. a South Florida Not-For-Profit Organization dedicated to fighting crime & poverty in the Caribbean has teamed up with twenty-five year old Kingston based Woman Inc Crisis Center, to provide help and support to the women in Jamaica who are victims of Domestic... - February 20, 2009 - Caribbean Music Alliance, Inc
Online Resources, Like GirlfriendCircles.com, Are Introducing Bay Area Women to Potential Friends
Most women have a desire to expand their circle of friends but don't know where to meet potential girlfriends or how to foster those relationships. Life Coach and Founder of GirlFriendCircles.com provides three steps to help women identify the friends they need and how to pursue building those new relationships using online tools to develop offline friendships. - February 17, 2009 - GirlFriendCircles, LLC
ThreeSixtyFiveCards.com Unveils New Website and Photo Card Designs
Help celebrate the ThreeSixtyFiveCards.com relaunch and get 25 additional cards for free with every order. - February 13, 2009 - ThreeSixtyFiveCards.com
Online Chaperone Prevents Unwanted Adult Content on the Internet
Online Chaperone provides the G-Rated internet. Based on sophisticated analytic software, Online Chaperone analyzes web images before they ever reach the PC and prevents unwanted adult and pornographic content. This unique product is now available for immediate download and use. - February 13, 2009 - Online Chaperone
NuU Medspa Participate in Prettycity.com Love You Campaign to Raise Awareness for the Heart Truth, National Awareness Campaign for Heart Disease
What: NuU Medspa provide exclusive $59 beauty treatments to the public through the month of February with profits donated to The Heart Truth to help raise awareness for heart disease through Prettycity.com’s Love You campaign. February is National Heart Month so spread the love and get... - February 10, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
"Let's Fall in Love" with The Lounge Sound
Standard Media Group's The Lounge Sound at MartiniInTheMorning.com and 1480 AM KPHX in Phoenix are polling their listeners to vote on their favorite love songs. The countdown of the 50 most popular love songs will be played on Valentines Day Saturday February 14th. - February 10, 2009 - Standard Media Group
The World of Within Heralds Fall Head Over Heels in Love with Yourself Teleclasses
The World of Within, a coaching company for women who struggle over their bodily image, announced its new teleclass series Fall Head Over Heels In Love With Yourself. - February 07, 2009 - The World of Within
Aimee Bra-Less Nursing Nightgowns Moving Up and Staying US Made
Aimee Gowns brand nursing nightgowns has grown to a household name for breastfeeding moms. The company has moved up to the top seller position on Amazon in the entire sleepwear category. Sales continue to grow despite the economic downturn. The gowns feature a built in sleeping bra which saves... - February 06, 2009 - Aimee Gowns, LLC
Sex Toy Home Party Company Brown Bag Party Launches a Mergers & Acquisitions Program
Brown Bag Party is currently seeking acquisitions through its new Mergers & Acquisitions Program (M&A Program). - February 06, 2009 - Brown Bag Party Inc.
Safeway Launches First-of-Its-Kind Website for Brides Offering Specialty Cakes, Flowers & Wines. Cost Calculator Keeps Party on Budget.
The Seattle Division of Safeway Inc., (NYSE:SWY) today announced expanded growth of its wedding services at a time when brides are looking for ways to stretch their dollars while still having the wedding of their dreams. Safeway stores in the Seattle Division region covering Washington, Montana,... - February 04, 2009 - WedNet LLC
New Pregnancy Blog Confesses, "His Boys Can Swim" and Nearly Puts Pregnant Women Into Labor from Laughter
The couple is using their unique pregnancy blog, HisBoysCanSwim.com to share their views on the realities of pregnancy with other parents and parents-to-be in often humorous ways. - February 04, 2009 - HisBoysCanSwim.com
NASCAR Icon H.A. “Humpy” Wheeler Joins Track Chic’s Advisory Board
H. A. “Humpy” Wheeler: Former President and General Manager of Lowe's Motor Speedway, and National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame President Joins Track Chic. - February 03, 2009 - Track Chic, Inc.
Arkiva Releases Version 3.0 of Web Portal with Media Conversion Services, Disaster Recovery Software, PC Backup, and Social Networking Tools
After spending the past year building upon and refining its digital asset archiving software, Arkiva, Inc. has released Version 3.0 of the www.arkiva.com web portal to include enhanced social networking tools, a more robust media conversion service, and easier to use archiving utilities. “We... - February 02, 2009 - Arkiva