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Windhorse Entertainment, LLC. in Development on Icelandgirl

WindHorse Entertainment and Allasigga Jonsdottir entered into a joint venture agreement, to develop, produce, and arrange for the financing, exploitation, and distribution of the Project and all rights therein. The childrens program has multiple ancillary opportunities and once fully developed will include a screenplay or screenplays, television series, additional characters, books and other merchandising derivative products. - May 08, 2011 - WindHorse Entertainment

New Women's Self Defense Class Just Added

The A.C.W.A. has just added a new women's self defense class to their class offerings. This is the first time a women only class has been offered by this reality based self defense academy. The A.C.W.A. now fills the gap that was present, bringing real world self defense to this growing market. A... - May 08, 2011 - Academy of Combative Warrior Arts

Houston Home Improvement Contractor, Master Remodelers, Wins Best of Houston Award for the 3rd Year in a Row

Master Remodelers, one of Houston's best home improvement contractors, won the 2008, 2009, and 2010 "Best of Houston" awards given by the US Local Business Association. - May 08, 2011 - Master Remodelers

Intuitive Concepts Featured in Columbus Monthly – Beyond Decorating with Feng Shui

Feng Shui is more than decorating, it’s how your environment feels. - May 08, 2011 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.

Mj Patel Law Group Founded to Serve the Needs of Atlanta Business Owners

MJ Patel Law Group, a law firm focused on providing business owners with the highest quality legal counsel and services, opened this week on May 2, 2011 in Atlanta. - May 08, 2011 - MJ Patel Law Group

New Christian E-Book Released - From Holidays to Holy Days: God’s Plan for You

The Church of God, a Worldwide Association, has made its second e-book available free on its website. - May 08, 2011 - Church of God, a Worldwide Association

The Preserve at Fredericksburg Wins 2010 Gold Nugget Merit Award

CF Jordan Construction, a leading Texas based commercial construction and construction management company, recently received the 2010 Gold Nugget Merit Award for Best Multi-Housing Project by Builder & Developer magazine. The award was received in the category for Best Multi-Family Housing... - May 08, 2011 - CF Jordan Construction

Alabama Association of Nonprofits Launches AANsocial.com - a Social Network for Alabama Nonprofits

Alabama Association of Nonprofits has launched AANsocial.com. Through AANsocial.com, more than 227,000 nonprofit professionals working in Alabama have a platform to connect, network, share and learn. - May 08, 2011 - Social Exhibitors

GWBC and Newell Rubbermaid Team Up with United Way for 2011 Shoebox Project

Women Business Enterprises joined forces with United Way at the Greater Women’s Business Council Tables of 8-Greater Giving held at Newell Rubbermaid’s global headquarters on April 27. The networking event allowed WBEs to share experiences, best practices and business skills to help... - May 08, 2011 - Greater Women's Business Council

Pak Mail and Caring Transitions Unite to Simplify Any Move Anywhere

National franchise partners with packing and shipping company to ensure safe delivery worldwide. - May 08, 2011 - Caring Transitions

Wright Scoop Urges Value Heirloom Plants

In celebration of the month of May as national ‘share a story’ and ‘flower’ month, Glen Allen, VA based The Wright Scoop –Sylvia Hoehns Wright challenges all to insure the survival of heirloom plants and their folklore stories. - May 08, 2011 - The Wright Scoop

New Web Site for Stage, DJ and Architectural Lighting

Spot On Stage Lighting just launched it's new web site featuring DJ, Stage and Architectural Lighting. - May 08, 2011 - Spot On Stage Lighting

GrammaTech Announces Static Analysis for Multi-Core and Multi-Threaded Applications

DARPA-sponsored technology improves system reliability by identifying race conditions and other program-crashing concurrency defects. - May 08, 2011 - GrammaTech, Inc

Gartner Recognizes ValidEdge as a “Cool Vendor” for Infrastructure Protection

ValidEdge was one of five vendors globally identified in the highly prestigious Gartner report prepared by analysts Ray Wagner, Joseph Feiman, Lawrence Orans, John Pescatore, Neil MacDonald, Peter Firstbrook and Greg Young. - May 08, 2011 - ValidEdge

Online Shopping Mall Offers Unique Shopping Experience and Affordable Advertising

Established entrepreneur and work‐at‐home‐mom Katie Newman, owner of Katie Newman Gifts & Home, recently launched a new online shopping mall, Sassy Shops. The site is more than a directory and offers many affordable promotion opportunities to small online shops. - May 08, 2011 - Sassy Shops Online Shopping Mall & Gift Shops Directory

The Bizarre and the Beautiful Encountered in The Drive North, Published by Outskirts Press

Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated United States travel book from Aurora, CO, author Jason Hussong. - May 08, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.

Requited Love, Racial Influence: Reflections and Perspectives Published by Outskirts Press

Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated poetry book from Fredericksburg, VA, author Louis M. Vaughan. - May 08, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.

SMITH Advertising Hires Maricruz Manning as Production Manager

SMITH Advertising, a fully integrated advertising and marketing agency, is pleased to announce the hiring of Maricruz Manning as Production Manager. Prior to joining SMITH, she worked for S&R Communications Group in Durham, N.C. as Studio Manager/Print Production and Customer Service... - May 08, 2011 - SMITH

"Cinco de Mayo" in Cicero Illinois Celebrated by Business Leaders Including Insurance Navy

Illinois business auto insurance leader, Insurance Navy, announced yesterday that it will be one of the main participants in the Cinco de Mayo celebration to be held in the Cicero, Illinois area, between May 6th to May 8th. Several activities to observe the Cinco de Mayo are run in Chicago, an area with heavy presences of residents from Mexican roots. - May 08, 2011 - Insurance Navy

Father Time Auctions St Louis MO to Auction Religious Art and Antiques of Convent

The Franciscan Sisters of Mary will hold two (2) Public Auctions, Saturday, May 14, 2011, and Saturday, May 21, 2011, to sell unneeded convent furnishings of the congregation. The auctions, conducted by Father Time Auctions, will take place in the convent, 1100 Bellevue Avenue in Richmond Heights, MO, 63117. - May 07, 2011 - Father Time Auctions and Real Estate

Mommy Bloggers Speak Out: America’s Moms Want “A Good Night’s Sleep” for Mother’s Day

Stymied about what to give this Mother’s Day? Take a tip from America’s Mommy Bloggers: she’d really appreciate some zzzzzz’s. In a blind snap-poll conducted by the DACRON® brand team among online motherhood and parenting writers, 53 percent of respondents said... - May 07, 2011 - INVISTA

Energy Digital and Energy Exposition Announce Partnership in Gillette, Wyoming

Energy Digital and Energy Exposition announces their partnership for Energy Exposition 2011, which is taking place June 15th to June 16th. Energy Exposition 2011 is where 250 companies from 32 States and 2 Provinces exhibited last year, bringing with them upwards of 1,000 exhibitors and drawing a... - May 07, 2011 - WDM Group

Energy Digital and TradeFair Group Announce Partnership for LDC Gas Forums – Mid Continent in Chicago, IL

Energy Digital and TradeFair Group announce their partnership for LDC Gas Forums – Mid Continent, which is taking place September 12th to the 14th. The LDC Gas Forums, comprised of 5 regional conferences held annually in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles and Canada (in conjunction with... - May 07, 2011 - WDM Group

DexSystems Overcomes Failed Mud-Set Freeze Thaw Cold with New Outdoor Floor Technology

With great skill this homeowner places porcelain tile on outdoor floor decking in cold climate without the use of traditional cement based materials. - May 07, 2011 - DexSystems Inc.

Hollywood Effects House Creates 15-Foot Long T. Rex for Santa Barbara Zoo Show "How to Train Your Dinosaur"

Chiodo Bros. hand makes a life-size, adolescent Tyrannosaurus Rex that runs, roars, snorts, blinks, growls… and even poops for a new stage show about how the Zoo cares for its animals. Family friendly shows start May 7 at the beautiful Santa Barbara Zoo, and are free with admission. - May 07, 2011 - Santa Barbara Zoo

Greater Allen Development Corporation and Queen Legal Services of Jamaica Presents Foreclosure Prevention and Education

Queens Legal Services, MFY Legal Services, NHS of Northern Queens and NID Housing Counseling Agency offer services to Homeowners in danger of Foreclosure, Saturday, May 14 and Saturday, May 21. - May 07, 2011 - The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York

Julian Lennon Leads World Lupus Day Observance on May 10

Musician and philanthropist Julian Lennon, newly appointed Global Ambassador for the Lupus Foundation of America (LFA), is encouraging people around the world to join with him to observe World Lupus Day on May 10. Julian is asking the public take a pledge to increase awareness of lupus, a devastating and life-altering autoimmune disease that affects at least five million people worldwide. Supporters can make their pledge and find resources to raise understanding of lupus at worldlupusday.org. - May 07, 2011 - Lupus Foundation of America, Inc.

AmpleHarvest.org Campaign Announces Special Outreach in Tornado Ravaged Alabama

All efforts for the immediate future are being focused on helping the Alabama and surrounding area food pantries meet expected increase in need for food. - May 07, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org

7 Signs of Lying: Massachusetts Private Investigator, Michael A. Coller, Discusses the Signs of Lying on WAQY - Rock 102.1 FM

Michael A. Coller, founder and President of MAC Investigations, Essex County, Massachusetts discusses his new "7 Signs of Lying" CD on the Bax and O'Brien Morning Show, on WAQY - Rock 102.1 FM - May 07, 2011 - MAC Investigations

Professional Marketing Services, Inc. (PMSI) President Marty Bear Named Recipient of Outstanding Corporate Service Award

PMSI–Professional Marketing Services, Inc. President, Marty Bear, was recently awarded the Outstanding Corporate Services Award from ACCED-I, (The Association of Collegiate Conference and Events Directors-International), which consists of over 1,300 collegiate campus professionals who plan conferences and special events around the world. Marty was presented with this prestigious award at the ACCED-I Annual Conference, held in Orlando Florida, from March 26-29, 2011: http://bcove.me/er69jdpo. - May 07, 2011 - PMSI-Professional Marketing Services, Inc.

Affordable Interior Design and Decorating

Professional Interior Design service offering creative budget concepts by utilizing local discount retail stores. - May 07, 2011 - Affordable Interior Design and Decorating

ScissorBoy TV and MyHairDressers.com Forge a Successful Collaboration

ScissorBoy TV collaborated with MyHairDressers.com to bring awesome hairstyling action for hair and beauty professionals around the world by featuring Stacey Broughton who demonstrated his hairstyling skills that helped professionals and students in continuing cosmetology education. - May 07, 2011 - ScissorBoy

Laser Spine Institute Philadelphia Participates in Susan G. Komen Race For The Cure

Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Participates in Breast Cancer Awareness Event - May 07, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute

"Alternative Alternatives" Investment Funds Lost 0.14% in March, +0.66% YTD

The Opalesque A SQUARE Index lost 0.14% in March after an estimated gain of 0.8% through February, bringing the year-to-date performance to +0.66%. - May 07, 2011 - Opalesque Ltd

Runners, Take Your Mark

31st Annual Buckley's - Kennedy's 5K Run is set for Sunday, May 15, 2011. - May 07, 2011 - HeartShare Human Services of NY

Media Sign Pro Releases Major Upgrade to Mac-Based Digital Signage Software

Version 4 adds a wide array of features including dynamic playlists, allowing users to update specific content remotely. Other features include Twitter integration, built-in templates, slideshow captions, enhanced style tools, and more. - May 07, 2011 - Media Sign Pro

Andrew Katsoudas of PwC to Speak at KC’s Understanding New Employer Reporting Requirements for Incentive Stock Option and Employee Stock Purchase Plan Live Webcast

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Andrew Katsoudas, Director, PricewaterhouseCoopers, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding New Employer Reporting... - May 07, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

AmyLynn Flood, Partner, PwC to Speak at KC’s Understanding New Employer Reporting Requirements for Incentive Stock Option and Employee Stock Purchase Plan Live Webcast

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that AmyLynn Flood, Partner, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding New Employer Reporting... - May 07, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Understanding New Employer Reporting Requirements for Incentive Stock Option and Employee Stock Purchase Plan

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “Understanding New Employer Reporting Requirements for Incentive Stock Option and Employee Stock Purchase... - May 07, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

Mobile Marketing Startup Textingly Moves Out of Beta, Unveils New Product Offering

New York startup Textingly is officially out of beta and unveils the improved product and updated website. After over a year and a half of enhancing and testing, Textingly is now open for business. Small businesses can benefit from the mobile marketing service by reaching their customers even more directly through texting. - May 07, 2011 - Textingly

Brenda Bence Receives Designation of Certified Speaking Professional

Brenda Bence, author and branding expert, has earned the designation of Certified Speaking Professional conferred by the National Speakers Association (NSA) and the Global Speakers Federation (GSF). Fewer than 10% of the organizations’ members receive this honor. - May 07, 2011 - Brand Development Associates International Ltd

Sorelle Sisters Launch Online Store for Collectible Home Decor

May 5, 2011 - You've seen them on TV... now you can shop Sorelle heirloom quality collections directly online. The Sorelle Sisters, Anoush and Avisha, are excited to announce the launch of their new website... SorelleHome.com. As second generation producers of fine home furnishings, the new... - May 07, 2011 - Sorelle Home

Trio Unite to Serve Tampa Families and Pets in Need

Seaport Storage Channelside partners with Pets for Patriots in Memorial Day community pet food drive to benefit the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. - May 07, 2011 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.

Aviation Promo Store Website Launched by Results Marketing Targets Niche Customers

Results Marketing, a leading Central Florida marketing and promotions specialist, has launched a new online promotional products website that is targeted specifically to the aviation industry. The website offers a comprehensive database of aviation and airplane themed promotional items from... - May 07, 2011 - Aviation Promo Store

Cedar Brook Financial Partners, LLC Announces Senior Management Changes

Cedar Brook Financial Partners, one of the largest independent wealth management firms in Northeast Ohio, has elevated the roles of two partners, Azim Nakhooda and Peter Franz. Mr. Nakhooda is the firm's managing principal and Mr. Franz is the chief investment officer. - May 07, 2011 - Cedar Brook Financial Partners LLC

Free Training at TSBDC/KOSBE Small Business Spring Night School May 24 & 26

The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host a free Small Business Spring Night School on Tuesday, May 24 and Thursday, May 26 from 6 – 9 p.m., at the Kingsport Center for Higher... - May 07, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE

Secrets to Optimal Women's Midlife Health Revealed in Humorous New Primer

For midlife women feeling sandwiched between personal and family needs, there is relief. Menopausal wife and mother, Robin L. Gordon, chronicles her midlife journey through cartoons, highlighting common menopausal symptoms, the seven greatest midlife health risks, and a plan for optimal... - May 07, 2011 - Peaceful Thoughts Press