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Another Chance Announces 4th Annual Founder’s Community Cookout and Celebration
Founder’s Day is the “coming together” of people in the community who are directly and indirectly connected by various disabilities. Vendor fees and sponsorship of the event support an annual October educational trip which is to The Wilderness at the Smokies this year. - May 26, 2016 - Another Chance
Mypenmail.com LLC Offers Free Content Management Software for Individuals, Small and Midsize Business
The free customer relationship management database that has social collaboration features built directly into the system. Messaging, commenting, liking, posting, following and other social tools are built directly into the CRM. - May 25, 2016 - Mypenmail.com LLC
The Gateway Family YMCA Renews Longstanding Commitment to End Childhood Drowning with Safety Around Water Program
Scholarships for swim and water safety lessons to be awarded to children in high-risk communities in Eastern Union County and Northern Middlesex County; Program launches during Water Safety Month - May 25, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Psychiatry: An Industry of Death Touring Exhibit Opens in Atlanta
“Dr. Death” isn’t so unusual in the psychiatric industry – exhibit documents the pseudoscience and sordid history of psychiatry. - May 25, 2016 - CCHR Nashville
Save the Date: “Food for Thought: Feeding the Mind, Body and Soul”
HOPE Clubhouse presents mental health advocate and reigning Miss District of Columbia, Haely Jardas, as keynote speaker/ - May 25, 2016 - Hope Clubhouse
SRMA Announces 2016 Board and Executive Director
Manufacturers, allied professionals and economic development authorities come together to boost industry’s profile in Southwest Florida. - May 25, 2016 - Southwest Regional Manufacturers Association
Save the Date for the 17th Annual Big Backpack Event on July 31
Join the Multicultural Centre of Southwest Florida to celebrate back-to-school with giveaways galore- backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, eye screening and more. - May 25, 2016 - Multicultural Centre
Lake Hopatcong Foundation’s Job Board Launches
Lake Hopatcong Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit, continues their community outreach support with their latest Job Board project. The Job Board was launched in early March as a way of connecting job seekers with local businesses in the Lake Hopatcong area. “Since we are in contact with local... - May 25, 2016 - Lake Hopatcong Foundation
NAFA Announces Winners of 2016 Fleet Excellence Awards
NAFA's FLEXYs, determined by an impartial vote, celebrated the best in fleet. - May 25, 2016 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Fashion, Food and Entertainment at Santa Barbara’s New Artisan Marketplace Benefits Dream Foundation
Generation Dream hosts second annual Summer Dream to benefit local charity and give life to the final Dreams of terminally-ill young adults. - May 25, 2016 - Dream Foundation
The International Public Safety Association’s 2016 Fall Symposium Addressing Contemporary Issues Facing Emergency First Responders
The International Public Safety Association’s 2016 Fall Symposium is scheduled for 25th October to the 26th October 2016 in Tempe, Arizona. Contemporary issues facing today’s emergency first responders specific to: critical incidents, active shooter, terrorism, mass casualty incidents,... - May 25, 2016 - International Public Safety Association
Elected Officials and Candidates Celebrate Armed Forces Day in Fort Harrison
Fort Harrison in Clearwater hosts special celebration honoring armed forces and veterans for Armed Forces Day. - May 25, 2016 - Church of Scientology FSO
Is Obama’s Deportation Policy Worse Than Trump’s Wall?
"Obama's Deportation Policy Aimed at Central American Refugee Women and Children is Worse than Trump’s Wall," says “Rocky” Roque De La Fuente, Democratic Presidential Candidate. - May 24, 2016 - Rocky 2016, LLC
Ely Finishing 50th Marathon for Wheelchairs
One man transforms the lives of 550 people with disabilities by running marathons for mobility in all 50 states, ending in Traverse City, MI. - May 24, 2016 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Education Foundation Highlights Robotic Advances from Drone Show
The XPONENTIAL 2016 (AUVSI) show included over 600 firms representing commercial, academic and military organizations offering hardware, software, data gathering and ISR (intelligence, surveillance and recon) systems in the U.S. and worldwide. In its role as a clearing house for teachers and students in the robotics world, The National Robotics Education Foundation (NREF) sent a team to record and disseminate some of the key products, tools, and services at the show. - May 24, 2016 - The NREF
Michael Johnston Named Google Small Business Advisor
Michael Johnston, who is the owner of Specialized Digital Marketing, located in Selinsgrove, PA, has been selected again to be one of the 30 advisors of the Google Small Business program. - May 24, 2016 - Specialized Digital Marketing
Second Annual "Summer Kickoff" Festival to be Held June 18 at Grand Lake St. Marys, Mustang Sally to Headline
The Lake Improvement Association’s Summer Kickoff festival features family fun for everyone: live bands (Mustang Sally and Sundown), 5K Color Run/Walk, cornhole tournament, beer pong tournament, car cruise-in, fun kids’ activities, on-site arcade, pony rides, concessions and more than 50 vendors. - May 24, 2016 - Lake Improvement Association
Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce Invites Active Service Personnel and Veterans to Its 38th Annual Golf Outing on Flag Day and the US Army’s Birthday
The Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce invites Active Service Personnel and Veterans from All Branches of Service to their 38th Annual Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing on Flag Day and the US Army’s 241st Birthday, June 14, 2016. - May 24, 2016 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
The Gateway Family YMCA Celebrates National Senior Health & Fitness Day®
YMCA Joins National Event to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Older Adults. - May 24, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Fourth Annual Black Tie Gala to Raise Funds for Atlanta Children with Sickle Cell Anemia
Winning the Battles in Your Mind's annual gala to raise awareness and funds for children diagnosed with Sickle Cell Anemia. - May 24, 2016 - Winning the Battles in Your Mind
Countdown to Solstice 28-Day Online Meditation & Mindfulness Challenge for New & Experienced Meditators
Each day participants will receive an email reminder with audio links to guided meditations led by experts, plus a forum to ask questions, chat with other participants, and get personal feedback from meditation teachers. Meditators can do the simple 10-20 minute meditation and mindfulness techniques at any time of day in the comfort of their own homes and can participate from anywhere on the planet. - May 24, 2016 - Sage Institute of Taos
Spring Gala 2016 ~ An Evening of Gratitude Kicks Off I’MAGINE Space Redesign Project
Guests transported to Provence during an elegant evening emceed by celebrity chef Dean Sheremet - May 23, 2016 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
New Adult Industry Labor Union Addresses Its Critics
The I.E.A.U., a brand-new international adult industry union - and the first ever in the U.S. - is already feeling the pinch from some members of its own community. In response, the union addressed them Tuesday with a statement read by Melissa Hill on RAWTALK on LA TALK RADIO, it also made the answers to their questions and the transcript of the statement available on their website. - May 23, 2016 - International Entertainment Adult Union
Surdna Foundation, Pacific Community Ventures, and OFN to Discuss CDFI Industry’s Efforts to Create Quality Jobs
The Surdna Foundation, Pacific Community Ventures, and Opportunity Finance Network will be convening a discussion of CDFI small business lenders at the Opportunity Finance Network Small Business Finance Forum on June 9th in Chicago to share approaches and identify collective steps for the CDFI... - May 23, 2016 - Pacific Community Ventures
5K Run/Walk for a Better Us to Support The Gateway Family YMCA
Generosity Series Fundraiser to Support YMCA Financial Assistance. - May 23, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Basketball Brings Teens Together at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Ends Season as Champions. - May 23, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
New Book: Reset Your World With What They Didn't Teach Us
Visionary, Writer and Owner of Reset Your World LLC, Stephanie, has written a new book and three guides to target the minds of many to access their truth by sharing the journey of hers. - May 22, 2016 - Reset Your World LLC
"Be With You: Thoughtless Reality" by Shri Ramakant Maharaj - Now Available in Spanish
The Spanish translation of "Be With You: Thoughtless Reality" will introduce Spanish-speaking seekers throughout the world to Shri Ramakant Maharaj's teachings. - May 22, 2016 - Ramakant Maharaj
Kohl’s, USO, and LEAP Partner in Operation Go Green Initiative
The community came together to create vegetable gardens. - May 22, 2016 - LEAP Organization
Arkansas Public Fleet Managers Association Elects 2016-2017 Chapter Officers/BOD Changes Name to More Closely Reflect Membership Goals
The Arkansas Public Fleet Managers Association (“APFMA”) elected its 2016 – 2017 leadership team at its Annual Conference, which was held in Little Rock on May 12-13. The organization also announced a name change to The Arkansas Public Fleet Professionals Association (“APFPA”) to more accurately reflect the composition of its membership. - May 22, 2016 - APFMA
Options Imagined Presents: Rockin Camp Warren 2016. Music, Sun and Fun to Celebrate and Support Persons with Developmental Disabilities. Sat. 7/9 from 11:30am to 2:30pm
Visitors with all levels of ability will enjoy a park like setting while listening to fantastic live music, enjoy a dip in the pool, get your face painted, enjoy your picnic basket or just relax on your lawn chair in an inclusive, accepting environment. Free prize giveaways. - May 22, 2016 - Options Imagined A NJ Nonprofit Corporation
Community Gathered at Historic Bates Ranch House for 6th Annual Flower Empower Luncheon to Benefit Local Program
Annual event celebrated volunteers who assemble and deliver more than 150 fresh bouquets each week throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. - May 22, 2016 - Dream Foundation
Todd F. Johnson Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Todd F. Johnson of New Boston, New Hampshire 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 electronics. About Todd F. Johnson Mr. Johnson has over 25 years... - May 21, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Chamness Biodegradables Introduces New Serveware
New 100% biodegradable, compostable plates now available to distributors and consumers. - May 21, 2016 - Chamness Biodegradables
Daniel G. Viola, Partner, Sadis Goldberg, LLP to Speak at KC’s The SEC 2016 Examination Priorities: Exploring Recent Trends and Developments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Daniel G. Viola, Partner, Sadis Goldberg, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The SEC 2016 Examination Priorities: Exploring Recent Trends and Developments LIVE Webcast.” This event is scheduled for June 22, 2016 @ 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (ET). For further details, please visit: https://theknowledgegroup.org/event-homepage/?event_id=178 - May 21, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
NAFA and Geotab Announce Partnership Agreement
Open platform telematics company recognizes NAFA's fleet education, the industry standard in the profession. - May 21, 2016 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Alliance for Peacebuilding Annual Conference 2016
Alliance for Peacebuilding Annual Conference 2016; May 24-26, 2016; DC; Hear experts discuss: The lure of extremism and what we can do about it; Climate change, peace and security; Art, hip-hop, music and filmmaking as a way to tolerance; Teambuilding in space; The hackathon model for countering violent extremism; How the media perpetuates extremism, and how it can create peace; Peacebuilding in America and local solution. - May 21, 2016 - Alliance for Peacebuilding
Hepatology, Medicine and Policy Journal Publishes Findings from Hepatitis B Foundation "Gateway to Care" Campaign in China
Thought leaders in hepatitis B publish results of public health campaign in Haimen City, China. - May 21, 2016 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Furniture Chamber of Commerce to Grant 1000 Free Memberships to Mom&Pop Furniture Entrepreneurs from Now Through the Summer Market~Las Vegas, July 31-Aug 4
Independent Mom & Pop Mattress & Furniture stores are becoming a dinosaur in America, as Wall Street Mattress Firms are outspending and out maneuvering small business owners, utilizing unethical & fraudulent business practices. The Furniture Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to rallying the Independents to expose corporate greed and fight for survival and prominence. - May 20, 2016 - Furniture Chamber of Commerce
Meet Award-Winning Actor and Martial Artist Ernie Reyes, Jr. in Oregon on May 21
Reyes Jr. best known for roles in two "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle" movies. - May 20, 2016 - Ernie Reyes, Jr.
Share to Care: National Foster Care Awareness Day
Clarksville gathered together as a community to bring awareness to foster care needs. There were resources for current foster families, and information for those that wanted to help. - May 20, 2016 - LEAP Organization
Brendan J. Thomas, Attorney with Troutman Sanders LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Vendor Risk Management for Banks & Financial Institutions
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Brendan J. Thomas, Attorney with Troutman Sanders LLP will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Vendor Risk Management for Banks... - May 20, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Raffaele Puppio Partners Named Among 2016 PA Super Lawyers
Michael A. Raffaele and Gabrielle Sereni recognized for work in family law, special education. - May 20, 2016 - Raffaele Puppio
Redeeming Word Christian Center International Momentum Men’s Encounter
Redeeming Word Christian Center International (RWCCI) will host their Men’s Encounter with a focus on developing an “Expert Man.” The event will be held at the Central location in Fort Lauderdale, FL and will take place Thursday through Saturday with nightly sessions on Thursday and Friday beginning at 7:00 p.m. and morning session on Saturday at 9 a.m. - May 20, 2016 - Redeeming Word Christian Center International
More Than 40 Physicians at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center Recognized for Excellence by Orange County Medical Association
A total of 44 physicians on staff at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center have been honored by the Orange County Medical Association (OCMA) with a Physicians of Excellence award. The OCMA recognized these physicians for going above and beyond in serving their profession and patients. “We... - May 19, 2016 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Tzunami Deployer - Covering All the Bases
Taking Migration to the next level – On Premise ECM System to Cloud - May 19, 2016 - Tzunami
Michelle B. Cook, Sales Manager, IBM MaaS360 to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s BYOD in e-Discovery
Michelle B. Cook, Sales Manager, IBM MaaS360 to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s BYOD in e-Discovery: Managing Risks and Ensuring Best Practices in 2016 - May 19, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Local Networking Sparks Support for Community Center
On May 11th the Scientology Information Center located in the Historic Bank of Clearwater building hosted a reception for business professionals in support of economic community development. The networking sparked support for a local cause to help keep inner city youth off the streets during the summer of 2016. - May 19, 2016 - Church of Scientology
New Interactive Lionfish Tracking Map Available to the Public
The lionfish tracking map, available at http://lionfish.info/lionfish-tracking-map/, allows anybody to directly input where they either removed or spotted an invasive lionfish. - May 19, 2016 - Lionfish Information
Audubon International Announces Search for New Executive Director
The Board of Directors of Audubon International has announced that Executive Director Doug Bechtel will be leaving the organization for a leadership position with New Hampshire Audubon. "Doug has done a superb job for Audubon International since joining us in January 2014 and we wish him well... - May 19, 2016 - Audubon International