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Mrs. W.R. "Leslie" Barnes Jr. Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Mrs. W.R. “Leslie” Barnes Jr. of Memphis, Tennessee has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of sandblasting. About Mrs. W.R. “Leslie” Barnes Jr. - May 29, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Thomas Williams Recognized as a Prominent Business Leader for 2016 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Thomas Williams of New Orleans, Louisiana has been recognized as a Prominent Business Leader for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition. This award is bestowed upon Mr. Williams for showing dedication, determination, perseverance and a willingness to "go the extra... - May 29, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Grow For It Honored to be Part of CRG’s Safe Seed Resource List
Seed quality and safety have always been a top priority for the people at Grow For It. - May 29, 2016 - Grow For It
Keep Irving Beautiful Visits Elliott Elementary
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) continued its outreach to the students of the Irving Independent School District by attending another career day, this time at Sally B. Elliott Elementary, on Monday, May 23. KIB representatives presented four sessions, speaking to approximately 115 third and fourth... - May 29, 2016 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Helping Bags Helps the Homeless by Handing Out Once a Month Bags Filled with Necessities
Helping Bags is an established charity for the homeless in San Diego founded August of 2014 by Evan Pickens and has been 99% self-funded. Helping Bags has handed out hundreds of free bags to the homeless every single month. As they've continued their mission by staying true to their core values Helping Bags has learned a lot about many different types of homeless people and how they got into the situation they've found themselves in. - May 29, 2016 - Helping Bags
Glint Advertising Welcomes Two New Glinsters
Growing DFW agency adds Jordan Jones and Meredith Redfern. Today, Glint Advertising announced the addition of two new employees to its roster of talented advertisers and marketers. Jordan Jones comes from Williams-Sonoma, and possesses a degree in graphic design, and Meredith Redfern joins Glint... - May 29, 2016 - Glint Advertising
Shorecrest Class of 2016 Celebrates College Placement Success
Sunday, May 16, 2016 Shorecrest Preparatory School held its Commencement Ceremony for the 84-member Class of 2016. The students will matriculate to 51 colleges & universities in 18 states, the District of Columbia and Canada. 100% of Shorecrest seniors were accepted to college. - May 29, 2016 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Stay Cool at The Gateway Family YMCA Open House
The Y Announces Open House June 6-12 - May 29, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Michael D. Mann, Partner with Sidley Austin LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s “Got Ethics? Effective Ways to Strengthen Your Compliance and Ethics Program” in 2016
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael D. Mann, a White Collar Government Investigations and Litigation Partner with Sidley Austin LLP in New York, will speak at The Knowledge... - May 28, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Dreams for Veterans Fulfills Final Dream for U.S. Marine Corps Veteran and Longtime Girl Scouts of America Volunteer
Dedicated veteran and volunteer to be honored with the delivery of her final Dream over Memorial Day weekend. - May 28, 2016 - Dream Foundation
Eton Institute Promotes Cultural Awareness for UAE Expatriates with a Free Ramadan Workshop
Eton Institute encourages the expatriate community of the UAE to understand and appreciate the customs and behaviour to adopt during the Holy Month of Ramadan. - May 28, 2016 - Eton Institute
Old Time Radio Show Lovers in for a Treat at the Scientology Information Center
On June 12th 2016 the East Coast Golden Age Theatre will bring some old-fashioned fun with a theatrical presentation of the Pulp Fiction Classic “They Killed him Dead” by L. Ron Hubbard. The performance will take place from 3 – 5pm in the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. The event is open to the community and includes audience participation. - May 28, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Richard B. Andrade, Esq. Recognized as One of the Top 10 Men of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Richard B. Andrade, Esq. of Laguna Hills, California has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Men of the Year for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About Richard Andrade Mr. Andrade has over 36 years... - May 27, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
LifeEquip Announces Community Leader, Glenn C. Stewart, to Release Book About His Brain Tumor Diagnosis
Orlando (DeBary) Church Leader, Glenn C. Stewart, Diagnosed with Brain Tumor; Writes Book About the Experience - May 27, 2016 - LifeEquip, Inc.
The Travelers Protective Association Holds North Carolina Annual Convention
Organization raises funds for Scholarship Trust for the Hearing Impaired. - May 27, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
Peter Reeves, Special Counsel, Gilbert + Tobin to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Extended Anti-Money Laundering Requirements for Private Equity
Peter Reeves, Special Counsel, Gilbert + Tobin to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Extended Anti-Money Laundering Requirements for Private Equity: The Collaboration Between the SEC and FinCEN Live Webcast - May 27, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Tech Donation to Enhance Job-Skills Training for Disadvantaged Manitobans
The Electronic Recycling Association donates 30 computers to EDGE Skills Centre. - May 27, 2016 - Electronic Recycling Association
Food Bank of South Jersey Launches Young Philanthropists Network
The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) today announced the formation of the Young Philanthropists Network (YPN), a program designed to connect business professionals under age 40 to the non-profit organization’s mission of alleviating food insecurity. The YPN is expected to attract rising... - May 27, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Ian Comisky, Partner, Blank Rome LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Extended Anti-Money Laundering Requirements for Private Equity
Ian Comisky, Partner, Blank Rome LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Extended Anti-Money Laundering Requirements for Private Equity: The Collaboration Between the SEC and FinCEN Live Webcast - May 27, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Temecula California Troop 301: Three Achieve Scouting’s Highest Honor
Three local scouts: Richard Austin LaFleur, Gino Piccino, and Zac Skinner will be recognized at an invitation only Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony held at Harveston Lake House in Temecula, CA on Thursday May 26 at 5:00 pm PDT. The presenting speakers and color guard are past and present leaders... - May 26, 2016 - Boy Scouts of America Troop 301 Tahquitz Council
Strathmore's Worldwide Women of Excellence Encourages Women to Inspire Other Female Professionals
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide is proud to dedicate a special section to Women of Excellence. Women today are doing it all; working full time, raising families and breaking boundaries. These “wonder women” deserve the recognition and praise for their... - May 26, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide Women of Excellence
Dr. Jay Asdell Named Indiana Dental Association President
30-year veteran oral surgeon to lead dental association. - May 26, 2016 - Indiana Dental Association
Pablo D. Hendler, Partner with Jones Day to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Tips and Strategies in Winning Paragraph IV Disputes in 2016 & Beyond
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Pablo D. Hendler, Partner with Jones Day will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Tips and Strategies in Winning Paragraph IV... - May 26, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Keep Irving Beautiful Visits Thomas Haley Elementary for Career Day
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) staff continued a tradition of attending the Thomas Haley Elementary Career Day again this year on Friday, May 20. Four classes of second grade students welcomed KIB staff and board members who gave a presentation about the many activities KIB has to offer, and focused... - May 26, 2016 - Keep Irving Beautiful
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
The American Horticultural Society (AHS) is Pleased to Announce the Distinguished Recipients of the Society’s 2016 Great American Gardeners Awards
Among this year’s winners is John G. Fairey, Regents Professor (retired) in the Department of Architecture at Texas A&M University and founder of Peckerwood Garden in Hempstead, Texas, who is receiving the AHS’s highest honor, the Liberty Hyde Bailey Award, for his many important contributions to horticulture. Each winner has contributed significantly to fields such as plant research, garden communication, landscape design, youth gardening, floral design, and teaching. - May 26, 2016 - American Horticultural Society
Leap Organization Student Accepts Appointment to West Point Academy
A LEAP graduate gets accepted into a great school. - May 26, 2016 - LEAP Organization
Meals On Wheels of Tampa, Moffitt Cancer Center, Suncoast Credit Union, USF Deliver Hurricane Preparedness Packs to Homebound Neighbors
Meals On Wheels of Tampa, The Moffitt Cancer Center, Suncoast Credit Union, USF and many other dedicated volunteers delivered special Hurricane Preparedness Packs to the Meals On Wheels of Tampa recipients on the morning of Saturday, May 21 for the 2016 Hurricane season. - May 26, 2016 - Meals On Wheels of Tampa
Businesses Learn How to Gain Positive Exposure of Their Company at June Above Board Chamber of Florida Luncheon
Two great panels will be on-hand in Naples and Fort Myers to give business owners advice on getting positive exposure for their organizations. - May 26, 2016 - Above Board Chamber
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
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
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
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
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