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A Festival Honoring the Prince of Travelers
Now on its second year, the International Festival of Ibn Battuta pays tribute to the legendary Ibn Battuta, hailed today as the Prince of Travelers. The festival honoring Ibn Battuta’s legacy relives the journey he undertook seven centuries ago across many predominantly Muslim countries. - July 17, 2017 - Ibn Battuta
Clarence Akagu from Lagos, Nigeria Competes to Win SpaceX Hyperloop Competition with rLoop
Clarence Akagu from Lagos, Nigeria, is a finalist in the SpaceX Hyperloop competition. SpaceX is the world’s largest commercial space corporation and they created the competition to stimulate the creation of Hyperloop technology. Clarence Akagu is a member of rLoop, the world’s first crowdsourced engineering team and the only non-university finalist in the competition. - July 17, 2017 - rLoop Inc
Marlborough Offers Financial Assistance to New Restaurants, Brewpubs
Financial assistance program offers rental and equipment purchase funding for new amenities. - July 17, 2017 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers Recognized as a Professional of the Year for Three Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers of Tinton Falls, New Jersey has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for three consecutive years by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Maureen E. - July 15, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
cureCADASIL Association Announces Publication of Dr. Arboleda-Velasquez’s Study Showing Promising Results of Notch3 Antibody in a Mouse Model of CADASIL
cureCADASIL, a Plainsboro, NJ non-profit focused on funding research and raising awareness for the rare, genetic disorder cerebral autosomal dominant arteriopathy with subcortical infarcts (CADASIL) continued support of preclinical CADASIL research by Dr. Joseph Arboleda-Velasquez from Schepens Eye... - July 15, 2017 - cureCADASIL Association
The Travelers Protective Association Holds 127th National Convention
Missouri-based organization raises more than $20,000 for its scholarship trust. - July 15, 2017 - Travelers Protective Association
Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization Announces July Historic Fort Harrison Tour
The Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization invites the Tampa Bay community to its monthly tour of the Historic Fort Harrison on July 29th. The tour will take place from 1:30pm-3:30pm at 210 South Fort Harrison. Those interested in attending may RSVP to Amber Skjelset, tour hostess and Manager of the Scientology Information Center to participate. - July 15, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Learn to Lead Like a Forest
School of Integrated Living launches weekly Wild Leaders Immersion course in Asheville combining deep nature connection with leadership development. - July 15, 2017 - School of Integrated Living
NACCE & Verizon Partner with Community Colleges to Bring STEM Workshops to Young Girls in Rural Areas
NACCE and Verizon have announced a new program, Verizon Innovative Learning, that focuses on providing STEM and entrepreneurial skills for middle school girls in rural areas throughout the country. Five NACCE member community colleges throughout the country are hosting three-week summer camps that provide free technology, access, and immersive hands-on learning experiences to kids in need. The first summer camp kicked off this week at North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City, Iowa. - July 14, 2017 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Kathleen L. Johnson, MA, RMT Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kathleen L. Johnson of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 20 years in the area of holistic and complementary wellness. About Kathleen L. Johnson, MA,... - July 14, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
World Model Expo 2017 Chicago Labeled a Huge Success
The triennial World Model Expo 2017 wrapped up on Sunday July 9, 2017 after a busy week of events as the over 2000 people composed of exhibitors, vendors and attendees who gathered from all over the globe came together for a few days to experience the world in miniature. - July 14, 2017 - Military Miniature Society of Illinois
Scientology Volunteer Ministers Help Greenwood Take Back Its Community
This week, the Scientology Volunteer Ministers announced a 500-man community clean-up in Clearwater’s North Greenwood neighborhood to be held on Saturday July 29th. Volunteers will meet at 8:00am for a complimentary continental breakfast before starting. All are welcome to participate. Over... - July 14, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
North Florida Land Trust Welcomes New Members to the Board of Directors
Three new members at large join the board to bring unique and fresh perspective to the mission. - July 14, 2017 - North Florida Land Trust
Marilyn K. Gard Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Marilyn K. Gard of Sedona, Arizona has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of healthcare. About Marilyn K. Gard Ms. Gard is the President of Life... - July 13, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Monkey Around at the Zoo with Homes for Autism
Homes for Autism will host Monkey Around at the Zoo on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak, Michigan. Participants can register at www.crowdrise.com/monkey-around-at-the-zoo. Monkey Around at The Zoo will be a family-friendly "FUN DAY" coordinated and contained... - July 13, 2017 - Homes for Autism
Arthur T. Huey Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Arthur T. Huey of Ellisville, Missouri has been recognized as a Professional Of The Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements for over 41 years in the field of executive recruiting. About Arthur T. Huey Art is the President of... - July 13, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
$3T Belts and Road Infrastructure Comes to America via the HEBRASIA Institute's BRIA Forum in NYC
US$3,000,000,000,000.00 (US$3 trillion) is budgeted for development projects around the world. Started in China in 2014 as "One Belt, One Road" initiative, it's now much more than physical connections. It has grown to become the world’s platform for economic growth including project... - July 13, 2017 - HEBRASIA Institute, Inc.
Volunteer Firefighter Alliance Reaches GuideStar Platinum
Allows Donors to Focus on Progress and Results - July 13, 2017 - Volunteer Firefighter Alliance
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on TCPA in the 2017 Landscape: Looking Ahead Live Webcast
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: “TCPA in the 2017 Landscape: Looking Ahead Live Webcast.” This two-hour event is scheduled on Monday, July... - July 13, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Remonde Brangman, Managing Director, CBIZ, Inc. to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks in Enterprise Risk Management Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Remonde Brangman, Managing Director, CBIZ, Inc.will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating... - July 13, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Wiland Associates and Chloeta to Combine Operations for Maximum Reach
Wiland Associates, an all-hazards training and consulting firm out of Selah, Washington is teaming up with Chloeta, a government contracting and incident management firm based in Oklahoma City, OK. Combining operations will give the new company, Wiland Chloeta, the opportunity to reach more clients and provide clients with even higher-quality instruction. - July 13, 2017 - Chloeta
Empowering Families to Fight Addiction: OHEL & Amudim Present Awareness Event in Catskills
Following the highly successful Addictions Awareness event in Brooklyn, which saw hundreds in attendance, OHEL and Amudim are again providing an awareness event in the Catskills this Shabbos, July 14th, including Motsei Shabbos. - July 13, 2017 - OHEL Children's Home and Family Services
Rebuilding Together Atlanta Celebrates 25 Years of Safe and Healthy Homes
Local Non-Profit Rehabs 25 Low-Income Homes in Commemoration of Its Anniversary - July 13, 2017 - Rebuilding Together Atlanta
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Marks International Friendship Day with Dialogue
International Day of Friendship was created to inspire peace and bridge building. At the beginning of August, The Way to Happiness Association is holding a large event with a diverse crowd to dialogue for the occasion. - July 13, 2017 - The Way to Happiness
Minnesota Homeownership Center Secures More Than $1mm to Support Local Housing Counseling in Minnesota
Two grants totaling $1.1M will be used by local housing counseling organizations to serve low- and moderate-income households and households that have traditionally faced barriers to homeownership. - July 13, 2017 - Minnesota Homeownership Center
Hubbard Dianetics Seminar Unlocks True Potential
The Hubbard Dianetics Foundation offers a weekly seminar to help people resolve problems, discover the source of unreasonable fears and insecurities, and overcome barriers in life. - July 13, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Iankovskyi Fund and Ukrainian State Film Agency Have Presented the Ukrainian Cinema at the 52nd Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
At the 52nd Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, which has ended in Czech Republic, a film by Petro Bebyak “The Line” (producers Andriy Yermak and Wanda Adamik Hrycova) of Ukraine and Slovakia, presented in the main contest, has been awarded by Crystal Globe for the best director’s job. - July 13, 2017 - Igor Iankovskyi Charity Foundation
Local Chicago Technology App Founder Shares New Survey on Hidden Fees
FeeBelly, a mobile app designed to instantly catch hidden fees, excess fees and costly details buried deep in fine print of financial agreements and contracts without professional legal assistance, has released a new study reflecting how much Americans are affected by hidden fees. The survey... - July 12, 2017 - FeeBelly
Live Like Bella and We Care Chemo Kits Announce Partnership
Live Like Bella and We Care Chemo Kits join forces at its 1st Annual Ice Cream Social Fundraiser at Sloan's Ice Cream in CityPlace Doral on Saturday, July 29, 2017 from 2pm to 5pm to promote cancer awareness and raise funds for cancer research. The Co-Founder of the newly formed We Care Chemo Kits... - July 12, 2017 - We Care Chemo Kits
Carolyn J. Matheny Honored as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Carolyn J. Matheny of Thonotosassa, Florida has been honored as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 30 years in the field of publishing. About Carolyn J. Matheny Ms. Matheny is the Owner of CJ's... - July 12, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Marella B. Mangum Chakua Honored as a VIP Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Marella B. Mangum Chakua of West Fargo, North Dakota has been honored as a VIP Member for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and high level of success in the field of inventions. About Marella B. Mangum Chakua Mrs. Mangum Chakua is a... - July 12, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Cole Link Foundation Announces Its 2017 Inaugural Benefit Bash to Celebrate Its Grand Opening in Tarpon Springs
Tampa Bay’s newest nonprofit is gearing up to party. And, everyone is invited to have a good time for a good cause. - July 12, 2017 - Cole Link Foundation
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks in Enterprise Risk Management Live Webcast
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: “Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks in Enterprise Risk Management Live Webcast.” This two-hour... - July 12, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Forcepoint and Raytheon Legal and Cyber Experts to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Insider Threat Protection Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that its July 26, 2017 webcast will feature three industry experts from Forcepoint and Raytheon offering strategies for reducing the corporate risk of insider threats. - July 12, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Teen Girls Empowerment Camp Aims to Build Confidence Through Fitness and Friendships.
Girls empowerment camp sells out in 2 months in its third year. Camp aims to build confidence in young girls and reshape summer day camp with a large variety of wellness activities and trailblazing women speakers. - July 12, 2017 - FITGirl, Inc.
Rick Gallegos, Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay CEO, Has Been Honored as a Rockstar from the Franchise Business Review
Franchise Business Review recently named Rick Gallegos to its list of 2017 Rockstar Franchisees. Gallegos is the CEO of Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay. He is one of only 31 franchisees who made the list from among 30,000 franchisees who have participated in the research firm’s franchisee... - July 11, 2017 - Rick J. Gallegos & Associates
Gastric Cancer Foundation Announces Leadership Transition - New Co-Chairs to Advance Gastric Cancer Research Through the Registry and Research Scholar Program
The new co-chairs have been active in helping the Foundation expand its visibility and sharpen its strategic focus to support research funding for the disease and help those suffering with it. - July 11, 2017 - Gastric Cancer Foundation
Woman of Excellence Members Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide of Farmingdale, New York is proud to recognize their newest Woman of Excellence members who will be included in their next edition for their contributions and achievements in the many fields listed. About Our Woman of Excellence Members We are pleased... - July 11, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Dr. Kelly A. Zilli, Audiologist Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Kelly A. Zilli of Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for 25 years in the field of healthcare. About Dr. Kelly A. Zilli Audiologist Dr. Zilli is an... - July 11, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Gateway Family YMCA Offers July Open House
YMCA Open House July 21 - 23 - July 11, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
David R. Johanson, Partner with Hawkins Parnell Thackston & Young LLP to Speak at TKG's Mastering the Fundamentals and Developments of ESOP Valuation Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that David R. Johanson, Partner with Hawkins Parnell Thackston & Young LLP will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Mastering the... - July 11, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
New Conference for Nonprofits Launches in Southwest Florida
New conference for nonprofits in Tampa, September 21, 2017. - July 11, 2017 - Phil-Com, LLC
“A Far Corner: Art and Activism in Aboriginal Taiwan”
To achieve better understanding and appreciation of the indigenous cultures in Taiwan to local communities, Taiwan Academy in Los Angeles will host an event, "A Far Corner: Art and Activism in Aboriginal Taiwan,” celebrating author/musician Scott Ezell. Along with Austronesian studies... - July 11, 2017 - Taiwan Academy
Former NCAA, NFL Running Back Diagnosed with ALS Has Final Dream Fulfilled
National dream-granting organization gives life to final Dream of family vacation. - July 11, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Muriel M. Liberto, PhD, Esq., Member, Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C. to Speak at TKG’s Patent Protection for Pharma and Biotechnology in 2017
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Muriel M. Liberto, PhD, Esq., Member, Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C. will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled:... - July 11, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Aga Khan’s Diamond Jubilee Marks 60 Years of a Commitment to Faith, Pluralism and Improved Quality of Life
Shia Ismaili Muslims join with partners of the AKDN in celebrating His Highness’s endeavour to promote peace and progress. - July 10, 2017 - Aga Khan Development Network
Continued Strong Financial Backing for Alex Wan’s Atlanta City Council President Campaign
Two-term City Councilperson Alex Wan draws support from broad cross-section of residents across Atlanta in bid for City’s second-highest office. - July 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Bart M. Schwartz, Chairman with Guidepost Solutions LLC to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s The DOJ’s New Guidance on U.S. Corporate Compliance Programs Webinar
Bart M. Schwartz, Chairman with Guidepost Solutions LLC to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s The DOJ’s New Guidance on U.S. Corporate Compliance Programs: Evaluating Efficiency and Effectiveness - July 10, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Entrepreneur Seeing Kickstarter Success with Innovative Yard Shoe
Kujo Yardwear, backyard lifestyle brand introducing a shoe created for yard work, raised over $10,000 on the 1st Day of Kickstarter. - July 09, 2017 - Kujo
Ibis Charities Foundation Awards Grant to Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. of Palm Springs, Florida, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant from Ibis Charities Foundation. Funding provided by the Ibis Charities Foundation will be used to provide individualized health education, skills training and support to blind and visually-impaired individuals in Palm Beach County. - July 09, 2017 - Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.