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The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Navigating the Pension Plan De-Risking: Significant Implications to Employers and Retirement Policy
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: Navigating the Pension Plan De-Risking: Significant Implications to Employers and Retirement Policy Live Webcast. This... - August 24, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
The Bedford Playhouse to Host Film Screening on 15th Anniversary of 9/11
The Bedford Playhouse will present a special screening of the award-winning documentary Rebirth commemorating the 15th anniversary of 9/11. - August 24, 2016 - Bedford Playhouse
Shorecrest Launches Center for Medical Sciences Offers High School Students In-Depth, Hands-on Medical Science Experience
Shorecrest Preparatory School announces the creation of The Center for Medical Sciences at Shorecrest, an in-depth applied sciences academic track for high school students. Through extensive coursework, laboratories with specialized equipment, guest experts, field experiences, and student-directed... - August 24, 2016 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Eagle Scout Soars High for Area Disabled
For most seniors in High School, it is quite enough to keep up with class work, social commitments, and the normal tugs of time on a schedule. Tyler Lavrinc is able to rise above the typical and go the extra mile for those in our community who are unable to do for themselves. Tyler is involved with... - August 24, 2016 - The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation
Tikkun Travel Adds Leadership Division
Phoenix, AZ-based Tikkun Travel, which offers volunteer based experiences around the world, has launched Tikkun Leadership. This new division provides leadership training for young adults in pursuit of making the world a better place. - August 24, 2016 - Tikkun Leadership
Mandy's Farm Announces Car Donation Program
Mandy’s Farm located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has announced that they have started a vehicle donation program. They accept vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, SUVs, trailers, trucks, RVs, industrial equipment, campers and golf carts are also accepted. - August 23, 2016 - One Community Auto, LLC
Thomas Williams Honored for His Contributions to Teaching by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Thomas Williams of New Orleans, Louisiana has been honored for his contributions to teaching by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition. He has retired after more than 40 years of providing the highest standard of education to students. About Thomas Williams Mr. Williams is retired,... - August 23, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Wild Nature Institute Study Shows Logging, Not Fire, is Damaging National Forests in California
Logging has driven California spotted owl populations to crash on US Forest Service lands. New draft forest management plans for California promote widespread, taxpayer-funded, logging, including in occupied spotted owl territories. The logging will be expensive, ineffective at stopping wildfire, and ecologically damaging. - August 23, 2016 - Wild Nature Institute
Strip Mine Next to State Forest Permanently Stopped
The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has ordered a permanent stop to mining on the controversial KD#2 mountaintop removal strip mine adjacent to Kanawha State Forest following two years of action by the Kanawha Forest Coalition. The KD#2 permit, approved by the DEP in May... - August 22, 2016 - Kanawha Forest Coalition
Charity Memorializing Extraordinary Fallen Kindergarten Teacher Approaches One-Year Anniversary
Too many school children in the U.S. live with food insecurity. Many of those children also go without hot lunches at school, medical and dental examinations, prescriptions and academic supplies needed to assure positive life outcomes. Corbin’s Legacy is dedicated to continuing the work of Corbin Leafman, a teacher whose life was cut short far too early, is committed to making sure that these sad facts change. No child should suffer, no parent should feel powerless. #becauseweknewher - August 22, 2016 - Corbin's Legacy
The Gateway Family YMCA’s Safety Around Water Program Helps Elizabeth Kids Have the Best Summer Ever
Free water safety lessons offered during August in Elizabeth, NJ. - August 22, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Songs of Freedom - Concert & Recital
Judy Hughes Music Foundation, Inc. hosts a fundraising concert featuring Rebecca Cook-Carter, Erik D'Esterre, Linda Gebelein, Kathryn Reed, Jennifer Phelps and Mikie Huffman, called "Songs of Freedom." Immediately following the concert, music scholars from studios throughout the Lake Norman area will perform a recital. Judy Hughes Music Foundation, Inc. Is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible. jhmfinc.com email: staff@jhmfinc.com - August 22, 2016 - Judy Hughes Music Foundation, Inc.
California Surf Museum to Honor Surfing Legend Nat Young at 9th Annual Gala Fundraiser
A world-class surf celebration is in the works for the California Surf Museum (CSM) as it celebrates its 30th year in business. The museum will hold its 9th Anniversary Gala Fundraiser honoring Nat Young from Sydney, Australia, winner of the ’66 World Surfing Championships at Ocean Beach, San... - August 21, 2016 - California Surf Museum
Richard E. Greenberg, MD, FACS Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Richard E. Greenberg, MD, FACS of Rockledge, Pennsylvania has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Richard E. Greenberg, MD, FACS Dr. - August 20, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Tufts Professor of Nutrition and Cardiologist, Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, Secured as Speaker for the American Society for Preventive Cardiology Congress
American Society for Preventive Cardiology to Partner with Multiple Organizations for Town Hall on Barriers to Access PCSK9 Inhibitors During Conference on Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in South Florida - August 20, 2016 - American Society for Preventive Cardiology
DeSAT Releases New Active Shooter Training Video
In conjunction with their SAFER programs, DeSAT announces an all-new workplace violence and active shooter preparedness video. Delta Situational Awareness Training, popularly known as DeSAT, has released the SAFER training video for effectively showcasing best practices for Workplace Violence,... - August 20, 2016 - DeSAT
ECF Board of Directors Secures Three-Year Contract Extension for Scott Bowling as President and CEO
The Board of the Exceptional Children's Foundation, a nonprofit serving children and adults with special needs in the greater Los Angeles area, has secured a three-year contract extension for President and CEO Scott Bowling, who will oversee the opening of a new site in Inglewood to serve adults with developmental disabilities and guide staff on the design and launch of new and expanded programs offering direct pathways to employment for adult participants. - August 20, 2016 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Scientology Information Center Fosters Community Interaction Through Business Networking
On August 10th twenty-three local leaders and members of the Tampa Bay business community found more than just business opportunities; they found a platform to get to know their neighbors at the monthly business reception at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. - August 20, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Bellafina Chocolates Announces Charity Giveaway
Bellafina Chocolates, a gourmet chocolate company and social enterprise that donates 100% of its profits to children's charities, is celebrating its 6-year anniversary with a Fan's Choice Charity Giveaway. Fans may vote for one of six children's charities on the company's Facebook page. - August 20, 2016 - Bellafina Chocolates
Greg Tanaka Declares Candidacy for Palo Alto City Council
Greg Tanaka, currently in his seventh year of service on the City of Palo Alto’s Planning & Transportation Commission (PTC), today announced his candidacy for the Palo Alto City Council. “Palo Alto needs leaders with deep knowledge and understanding of the City’s current and... - August 20, 2016 - Tanaka for City Council
NourishLife’s Lifetrients Division Announces New Brocco-Yummies Gummies
The Lifetrients division of NourishLife introduces new Brocco-Yummies Gummies containing powerful antioxidant protection from the phytonutrient glucoraphanin derived from broccoli seeds. - August 19, 2016 - Lifetrients
Officer of the Year Finalists Announced for Law and Order Ball
Law enforcement heroes to be honored at gala awards evening on September 17. - August 19, 2016 - The Rotary Club of Fort Myers South
All Ways Up Foundation Holds 5th Annual Up Through Education Summit
The All Ways Up Foundation (www.allwaysup.org), a national organization that supports low-income families nationwide, hosted its fifth Annual UP Through Education Summit on the UCLA campus in late June. The Summit is a five-day, four-night retreat designed to assist low-income, first-generation rising college freshmen make a successful transition into and through college. - August 19, 2016 - All Ways Up Foundation
Promoting Hispanic Women Business Owners in Miami
The inaugural HispanaPreneur™ “Juntas Rompiendo Barreras” Conference, on October 22nd, 2016, will motivate Hispanic Women business owners to grow their business as well as inspire Hispanic Women who want to open up their own businesses. The Conference will be held at the... - August 19, 2016 - HispanaPreneur
National Trust for Historic Preservation and Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Award Preservation Grants Towards Lake Hopatcong Train Station Rehabilitation
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation was awarded a $215,571 grant by the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust and a $10,000 grant by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, with both going toward the rehabilitation of the Lake Hopatcong Train Station in Landing. The Morris County grant will... - August 19, 2016 - Lake Hopatcong Foundation
Pancreatitis Sufferer Set to Bicycle 3,000 Miles Coast-to-Coast for 3-Year-Old
Chronic pancreatitis patient Mark Light will take off Sept. 17, 2016 from San Diego, Calif. on a 3,000-mile solo bicycle ride to St. Augustine, Fla. The approximately 60-day ride will help a 3-year-old Noblesville, Ind. girl and her family burdened with the emotional and financial pain and expense of pancreatitis. - August 19, 2016 - The Pancreatitis Foundation
New Church Seeks to Help Local Children Through Its Backpack Giveaway Event
As summer begins to wind down, parents are turning their attention to the new school year. Back to school time can be exciting for both parents and children alike. Unfortunately, it can also be a stressful time for families that are having trouble making ends meet. Source Church, a new... - August 19, 2016 - Source Church
Matthew 25: Ministries Responds to Historic Flooding in Louisiana
Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, OH, is responding to historic flooding that has deluged Louisiana. Matthew 25s’ Disaster Response Team departed on Wednesday, August 17 with Matthew 25’s full complement of specialized Disaster Relief Vehicles. Joined by the Tide Loads of Hope mobile laundry unit, the trucks are loaded with over 8,000 pounds relief supplies. - August 19, 2016 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Mizzou and Danforth Center Leaders to be Featured at the Conversations Program
Let’s Talk About… People, Plants and Partnerships: The Mizzou Connection - August 19, 2016 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
NAFA Fleet Management Association Sharply Critical of EPA/NHTSA GHG Phase 2 Standards
Rule subjects fleets to standards and technologies for which they are not prepared and cannot afford. - August 19, 2016 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
FPRA SWFL Chapter to Install New Board of Directors
The Florida Public Relations Association Southwest Florida Chapter (FPRA) will install its new board of directors and leadership team for the 2016-2017 year. The new officers will be announced at the next luncheon meeting of FPRA on Tuesday, Sept. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Edison... - August 19, 2016 - Florida Public Relations Association
Dmitri Rusov-Morningstar Honored as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dmitri Rusov-Morningstar of Santa Rosa, California has been honored as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of home improvement and design. About Dmitri Rusov-Morningstar Mr. - August 18, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Nina Nguyen Reaches Back to Her Roots, Launches Nina Nguyen Heritage Collection for Fall
Designer’s Latest Collection Embraces Old World Designs and Celebrates Gold as a Backdrop for Textures, Colors and Shapes Jewelry Lovers Won’t Soon Forget. - August 18, 2016 - Southern Jewelers Guild
Myra J. Borshoff Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Myra J. Borshoff of Martinsville, Indiana has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of media and public relations. About Myra J. Borshoff Ms. Borshoff has over... - August 18, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Reel Sisters Announces Centric/Reel Sisters Awards with "First Look" Options for Women Filmmakers
Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival & Lecture Series is proud to announce two new awards that will be presented by Centric and offer opportunities for women filmmakers to have their work aired on Centric, a BET Network. Reel Sisters will be held from Oct. 22 to 23, 2016 at LIU Brooklyn. - August 18, 2016 - African Voices Communications, Inc.
MAM Launches Annual Back to School Program with a Goal of Helping Over 5,900 Local Children
New clothes for school send a great message to a child – school is important, and so are they. - August 18, 2016 - Memorial Assistance Ministries
Joshua Home and local Organizations Joining Together to Make a Difference
Joshua Home has partnered with local organizations to open JH Boutique & Thrift. The store will serve as a training center for unaccompanied homeless youth in the Inland Empire, as well as provide low cost items to the residents of the community. - August 18, 2016 - Joshua Home: An LGBTQ Safe Haven
Residential Cleaning Companies Recognize Best and Brightest in the Industry at Annual Cleaning Convention in Chicago
Over 200 professionals in the residential cleaning services industry will gather in Chicago, from October 24-28 to convene their Annual Education Conference and Cleaning Convention through the Association of Residential Cleaning Services International (ARCSI). ARCSI President Jeff Lange, owner of... - August 18, 2016 - ARCSI
Raffaele Puppio Partner Recognized Among 2017 "Best Lawyers in America"
Michael A. Raffaele also named Best Lawyers "Lawyer of the Year" for Family Law in Philadelphia metro area. - August 18, 2016 - Raffaele Puppio
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Reaching Out to Parents
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee participated at the Metro event Parent University this past weekend. - August 18, 2016 - The Way to Happiness
Voluntary Environmental Programs: Helping Golf Courses in More Ways Than One
Preliminary findings of a study show that voluntary programs are effective in enhancing environmental performance of golf courses - August 18, 2016 - Audubon International
Forget the Diamonds: a Beautiful Smile is Your Best Accessory Finds The American Association of Orthodontists
Confidence and Quality of Life Improved by Orthodontic Treatment, Say Doctors and Researchers. - August 17, 2016 - Curium
Cameron M. Nelson, Shareholder with Greenberg Traurig, LLP to Speak at The CBP's Amended Anti-Counterfeiting Rules: What It Means for Your Firm
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Cameron M. Nelson, Shareholder with Greenberg Traurig, LLP will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The CBP's Amended... - August 17, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Stephanie Perkins, President, Perkins Law Group, P.C., to Speak at KG’s Best Strategies in Effectively Drafting Employee Privacy Policies Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Stephanie Perkins, President, Perkins Law Group, A Professional Corporation, will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Best... - August 17, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Boy Scout Troop 313 Returns Victorious from Summer Camp
Boy Scout Troop 313, chartered by the Church of Scientology in Clearwater, came back from their week-long summer camp at Camp Sand Hill, earning a series of awards and nearly 40 merit badges between the scouts. Among the various awards the troop earned, Andrew Lumsden, Senior Patrol Leader and... - August 17, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Best-Selling Authors Sidney and Nancy Kirkpatrick Named New Editors of Venture Inward Magazine
Longtime friends and champions of the Edgar Cayce work, Sidney and Nancy Kirkpatrick are joining Edgar Cayce’s A.R.E. as the new editors of Venture Inward, A.R.E.’s quarterly magazine. Through Sidney’s articles, readers have joined Edgar Cayce in the search for pirate treasure on Lostman’s River in Florida’s Everglades, explored the sunken remains of the torpedoed cruise liner Lusitania, rediscovered the mysteries of an unaccounted for month in the life of Edgar Cayce, and more. - August 17, 2016 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
I AM ART NYC: Eclectic Urban Art, Music and Cultural Festival Hits Brooklyn October 1 - 2
I AM ART is hosted by hip-hop’s legendary Fab 5 Freddy and Ralph McDaniels with performances by Les Nubians & LionBabe. Celebration of urban and artistic culture features artists like BK The Artist, John Born, Kennedy Yanko, Jay West & more. There are special creative events for youth. IAMART NYC debuts in Brooklyn’s dynamic Industry City—The Hub for Creativity and Art. - August 17, 2016 - Brooklyn Community Services
The Springboard Programme’s Growing Success for Women in the Oman
Some 400 women in Oman have now completed the Springboard women’s development programme. Developed by the UK-based Springboard Consultancy, the Springboard women’s development programme enables women to identify the clear, practical and realistic steps that they want to take to make a... - August 17, 2016 - The Springboard Consultancy
Philip A. Byler Recognized as a Professional of the Year for Three Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Philip A. Byler of New York, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2014, 2015 and 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About Philip A. Byler Philip A. Byler has nearly 40 years... - August 16, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Becca Foundation Upgrades Website in 2016
Providing new and important resources for everyone touched by cancer. - August 16, 2016 - The Becca Foundation