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2016 Black Belt Community Foundation Legacy Award (Oct. 18, 2016) to Honor John D. Johns, CEO & Chairman of Protective Life Corporation for Philanthropy Leadership
On October 18th at 6pm in Birmingham, AL at The Harbert Center, the Black Belt Community Foundation's 3rd annual Legacy Award Dinner will honor John D. Johns, CEO and Chairman of Protective Life, for his leadership in philanthropy that has directly benefited the Black Belt region of Alabama. - October 01, 2016 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Forestry Commission Warns of Increased Fall Wildfire Risk
As the weather transitions from summer to fall, dry vegetation and lower humidity have the potential to increase wildfire activity statewide. Since June 1, 2016 the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) has responded to and suppressed 259 wildfires that burned 2,363 acres in the state of... - October 01, 2016 - Mississippi Forestry Commission
Boy Scout Troop 313 Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Church of Scientology
This year, Boy Scout Troop 313, chartered by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization, celebrated its 20th Anniversary with many major accomplishments along the way, including Scout Leaders receiving the prestigious Silver Beaver Award. First established in July 1996, the troop has... - October 01, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Volunteers Help Make Keep Irving Beautiful’s 25th Annual Trash Bash a Success
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) hosted its 25th Annual Trash Bash, the organization’s signature cleanup event, at T.W. Richardson Grove Park on September 24. There were 623 volunteers of all ages (320 adults and 303 youth) who came out to help pick up litter and keep it out of the nearby Elm Fork... - October 01, 2016 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Human Rights Day Planning Committee Now Accepting Nominations for Awardees
The Tennessee Celebration of International Human Rights Day will take place on December 6th from 5-7pm in Nashville, Tennessee. The planning committee for the event is now accepting nominations for the prestigious human rights awards. - October 01, 2016 - United for Human Rights
Citizens Commission on Human Rights Distributes Information to Music Lovers
Mental health watchdog Citizens Commission on Human Rights distributed materials to music lovers attending a major two-day festival. - October 01, 2016 - CCHR Nashville
Turning Point Announces Annual Fall Banquet
The Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center (TPPRC), a non-profit pregnancy medical clinic in San Diego, recently announced the details for their upcoming annual fall banquet. The theme for this year’s banquet is “Following the Light to Expand our Territory,” and will focus on... - September 30, 2016 - Turning Point Pregnancy Resource Center
Hugh C. Ross Honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Lifetime VIP Member
Hugh C. Ross, of Troy, Michigan, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Finance. - September 30, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair Presented by the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture Read Juvintation Day
San Diego’s internationally recognized San Diego Jewish Book Fair celebrates its 22nd year with an intriguing mix of more than 30 leading authors. This year’s lineup strikes a balance of arts and intellect, ideas and imagination, history and humor, and also will include spirited discussions about cyber wars, politics, the economy and the military. - September 30, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
John P. Napoli, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP to Speak at TKG’s event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that John P. Napoli, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Significant Changes to the REITs and FIRPTA... - September 30, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
See 42 Years of Excellence in Miniature
The 42nd Annual Show of the Military Miniature Society of Illinois (MMSI) will feature hundreds of painted figures, vehicles, aircraft, ships dioramas, vignettes and more from all eras of history along with fiction and fantasy. - September 30, 2016 - Military Miniature Society of Illinois
Call for Nominations: 2017 "Champions of Diversity"
DiversityBusiness.com is seeking nominations for its “2017 Champion of Diversity” Award. Nominations are due by Monday, December 15, 2016. - September 30, 2016 - DiversityBusiness.com
Rephine Ltd Announces the Acquisition of GXP Assurance International Ltd.
Rephine, a global auditing service company, has recently acquired GXP Assurance International, which is a dedicated quality assurance and auditing organisation. - September 30, 2016 - Rephine
ISSA, ARCSI Members to Vote on Merger
ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, and the Association of Residential Cleaning Services International (ARCSI) are pleased to announce that the ARCSI Board of Directors has unanimously approved a resolution to merge with ISSA, subject to membership approval. The members of ARCSI and... - September 30, 2016 - ARCSI
Call for Nominations: "Entrepreneurs Hall of Fame (EHOF)"
DiversityBusiness.com is seeking nominations for its inaugural “Entrepreneurs Hall of Fame (EHOF)” Award. Nominations are due by Wednesday, November 30, 2016. - September 30, 2016 - DiversityBusiness.com
Don Schoendorfer to Appear on "New Day Northwest" on Monday, October 3, 2016
Dr. Don Schoendorfer, Founder and President of Free Wheelchair Mission, will be a featured guest on KING5 television’s New Day Northwest on Monday, October 3, 2016. Don Schoendorfer is a biomedical engineer who makes his home in Santa Ana, California with his wife, Laurie. They enjoy... - September 30, 2016 - Free Wheelchair Mission
DiversityBusiness.com Electronic Magazine Next Issue: Call for Papers
DiversityBusiness.com is seeking articles for its electronic magazine. - September 30, 2016 - DiversityBusiness.com
California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 620 Endorses Sandee Everett for School Board
The California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 620 announced yesterday its endorsement of Sandee Everett in her candidacy for the Conejo Valley Board of Education. “CSEA Chapter 620 is proud to endorse Sandee Everett and Julie Freedman for the Conejo Unified School Board,”... - September 30, 2016 - Sandee Everett for School Board 2016
The Scientology Information Center Offers Its Next Community Mixer with Tools for Stress and Confusion at Work
On October 12th, the Scientology Information Center located in downtown Clearwater will host a seminar on, “How to deal with stress and confusion in the workplace.” The event is free and open to the community. Refreshments will be served. It will take place between 6-8pm. - September 30, 2016 - Church of Scientology
United States Power Squadrons Digital Media Library Launches
The United States Power Squadrons (USPS) announces the launch of its new Digital Media Library (DML) online at www.uspsdml.org and as a free mobile app. The USPS DML has been developed to serve as a showcase and repository for digital media focused on boating safety and safe boating... - September 30, 2016 - America's Boating Channel
22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair Presented by the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture Foodies at the Farm at Leichtag Commons
San Diego’s internationally recognized San Diego Jewish Book Fair celebrates its 22nd year with an intriguing mix of more than 30 leading authors in their fields including: Jennifer Weiner, Rich Cohen, Shep Gordon, Samuel M. Katz, Todd Buchholz, Dov Waxman, Daniel Oppenheimer, Nina Tassler, Peter Himmelman and Fred Kaplan. This year’s lineup strikes a balance of arts and intellect, ideas and imagination, history and humor, and also will include spirited discussions about cyber wars. - September 29, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
Jonathan R. Kolodziej, Attorney with Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s The CFPB's Mortgage Servicing Rules: Where Are We Now?
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jonathan R. Kolodziej, Attorney with Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast on The CFPB's Mortgage Servicing... - September 29, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Carl J. Riley, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP to Speak at TKG’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Carl J. Riley, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Significant Changes to the REITs and... - September 29, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Great Old Broads for Wilderness “Wild for Wilderness Online Auction” Kicks Off October 31st–November 13th with Gear, Getaways, and Goodies Galore
Great Old Broads for Wilderness invites you to do your “bid” for wilderness at the 12th annual Wild for Wilderness Online Auction, going live Monday, October 31 through Sunday, November 13, 2016. This celebrated auction features adventure trips and vacation getaways, hosted homestays,... - September 29, 2016 - Great Old Broads for Wilderness
Dayton Teens Give Back to Their Community
St. Albert Youth Ministry will be having a Trunk Sale Fundraiser on Oct 1st from 9 to 1 in their parking lot. All the proceeds will go towards helping teens that need financial assistance to pay for going on the trip. SAYM is inviting you come and check out the goodies. - September 29, 2016 - St Albert the Great
A New Event Brings Family Fitness and Fun to Echo Lake Park, Through FreeWalkers and Union County Parks
FreeWalkers and Union County Parks will host Stroll and Roll 2016, a walking and fitness event for families, children and seniors, in Echo Lake Park, Mountainside, New Jersey, on November 6, 2016. - September 29, 2016 - FreeWalkers
NAFA Provides The Fundamentals of Fleet with Fleet 101 Webinars
New series of webinars provides "day one" education for new fleet professionals. - September 29, 2016 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Don Schoendorfer to Appear on "Great Day Houston" Live on Thursday, September 29, 2016
Dr. Don Schoendorfer, Founder and President of Free Wheelchair Mission, will be the guest speaker on the award winning "Great Day Houston" live on Thursday, September 29, 2016. Don Schoendorfer is a biomedical engineer who makes his home in Santa Ana, California with his wife, Laurie. - September 28, 2016 - Free Wheelchair Mission
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Significant Changes to the REITs and FIRPTA Rules in 2016 and Beyond
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: Significant Changes to the REITs and FIRPTA Rules in 2016 and Beyond. This two-hour event is scheduled on October 4,... - September 28, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
“Over The Edge” Rappelling Event Kickoff Party at The Heights Center
The Heights Foundation will host a kickoff party for their “Over The Edge” rappelling event on Wednesday, October 5 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at The Heights Center, 15570 Hagie Drive in Fort Myers. The event is free and open to the public. Complimentary beer, sangria and soft drinks will be provided. Attendees will have the opportunity to try on rappelling equipment, ask questions, view rappelling videos and register to go Over The Edge. - September 28, 2016 - The Heights Foundation
Cutting Edge Plant Technology Inspires the Danforth Center's Fall Symposium
The event will focus on Genetics and Genomics approaches to enhance crop productivity. - September 28, 2016 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Society of Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Tampa Bay to Attend the 2016 Tampa Bay Transportation Supersession
Each year, professionals in the A/E/C industries convene for the Tampa Bay Transportation Supersession. The Society of Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Tampa Bay’s board and membership will have a presence at the 2016 event, with a table at the networking dinner as well as a display... - September 28, 2016 - Society for Marketing Professional Services Tampa Bay
Meals On Wheels of Tampa Welcomes Newest Board Member
Meals On Wheels of Tampa elected a new board member, Christine (“Chris”) Smith, this month. - September 28, 2016 - Meals On Wheels of Tampa
Katherine E. Paton Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Katherine E. Paton, of Vancouver, British Columbia, has been honored as a Top Female Executive of Strathmore’s Who’s Who and Woman of the Month for October, 2016. This honor has been bestowed for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Education. - September 27, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Ronald W. Maestas Has Been Recognized as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Professional of the Year
Ronald W. Maestas, of Las Vegas, New Mexico, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Management Information Systems. - September 27, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Donald W. Austin as a Lifetime VIP Member
Donald W. Austin, of Davenport, Iowa, has recently been honored as a lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Compliance Management-Postal Service. - September 27, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Denise Campbell as a Lifetime VIP Member
Denise Campbell, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Physical Therapy. - September 27, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who
Loretta M. Menendian Recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Loretta M. Menendian of Fort Walton Beach, Florida has been recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 50 years in the field of art. About Loretta M. Menendian Ms. Menendian is an Art Teacher at... - September 27, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Girls Night Out Columbus
A unique ladies night, celebrating women in central Ohio. - September 27, 2016 - See You Downtown LLC
National Museum of African American History and Culture Visits MindBloom Preschool
The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) teaches a local Washington, DC immersion language preschool a few lessons on diversity and inclusion and the importance of making a difference in the world. - September 27, 2016 - MindBloom Preschool
Bay Area Independent Publishers Association (BAIPA) Writer's World 2016 Event
Visit the first Bay Area Independent Publishers Association (BAIPA) Writer's World 2016 Event November 12, 2016 in Novato, CA. BAIPA members and guests will have a unique opportunity to find the support services they need in one room. Attendees will be able to get up close and personal with representatives from regional writer/publisher organizations, and meet vendor members with services designed to help independent publishers produce, distribute, market their print, digital books, and products - September 26, 2016 - Bay Area Independent Publishing Association (BAIPA)
Michael P. Daly, Partner, Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP to Speak at TKG’s event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael P. Daly, Partner, Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Class Action Settlements: Hot... - September 26, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Free Webinar on FCPA/Anti-Corruption Compliance in Pharma/Life Sciences Industry for October 6th at 12:00 pm ET
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: FCPA/Anti-Corruption Compliance in Pharma/Life Sciences Industry. This two-hour event is scheduled on October 6, 2016... - September 26, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Together Empowering Asian Minds (TEAM) Launches National Public Awareness Campaign
Together Empowering Asian Minds (TEAM) is pleased to announce the launch of a National Public Awareness campaign on Asian American mental health. “We believe by engaging, educating, and empowering key stakeholders, TEAM can transform how Asian American women and their loved ones perceive... - September 26, 2016 - Together Empowering Asian Minds (TEAM)
Savvy Ladies Announces 11th Annual Gala Honorees: Citi’s Suni Harford and MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle
Savvy Ladies, a non-profit organization providing personal finance education and resources for women to help them plan for the future, will honor Suni Harford and Stephanie Ruhle at the 11th Annual Savvy Ladies Benefit Gala. The Gala will be held on Thursday, October 20th at the famed Nasdaq... - September 26, 2016 - Savvy Ladies
Exchange Club of Norwalk General Membership Meeting
The Exchange Club of Norwalk will meet at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, (04/05/17) at the Norwalk Inn and Conference Center located at 99 East Avenue in Norwalk. Norwalk Planning & Zoning Director Steven Kleppin will be the guest speaker. Free to members, guests pay $30.00, which includes dinner. The... - September 26, 2016 - Norwalk Exchange Club
A Preview Event Launches 22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair with New York Times Bestselling Author Jennifer Weiner
To launch San Diego’s internationally recognized, 22nd Annual, San Diego Jewish Book Fair, a preview event will be held on Thursday, October 20th with #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner, author of soon-to-be-released, "Hungry Heart: Adventures in Life, Love, and Writing. - September 25, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
Fitting The Description Statement on Fatal Shooting of Keith Lamont Scott by Police in Charlotte, NC: Law Enforcement Must Stop "Shoot-to-Kill" for Suspects of Color
Fitting The Description founder and executive director Charles Belk issued the following statement about the fatal shooting of Keith Lamont Scott. “While we understand policing the streets of our great nation is a very difficult job ... law enforcement has proven its ability to apprehend the most dangerous of suspects, alive. Local law enforcement must end their ‘shoot to kill’ tactic, even when that encounter involves an armed suspect.” - September 25, 2016 - Fitting The Description
Family Law Attorney Tiffany A. Shoemaker Joins Doris Jonas Freed Matrimonial American Inn of Court
Delaware County family law lawyer from Raffaele Puppio invited to join organization dedicated to ethics in the practice of matrimonial law. - September 25, 2016 - Raffaele Puppio
Sciencenter Sustainability Gallery Bears Fruit with Major Contributions from All Points North Foundation, Cornell University and JinkoSolar
Grants from APNF, Cornell University and Module Supplier Sponsorship Bring Project Fundraising Across the Finish Line. - September 25, 2016 - Everybody Solar