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Dallas LGBT Community Announces the Formation of a Coalition of Service Providers for LGBT Aging to Address the Oncoming “Silver Tsunami” – Aging Summit Set for June 2015
Dallas LGBT Community Partnering with Local Organizations and Announces the Formation of a Coalition of Service Providers for LGBT Aging to Address the Oncoming “Silver Tsunami” – Aging Summit set for June 2015, DFW. - April 15, 2015 - Coalition For Aging, LGBT (DFW)
Unique New Book, Charity The Gifts of Giving, Discusses Benefits Donors Receive from Giving
Avid philanthropist and budding author Garret Biss recently released a thought-provoking new book entitled "Charity The Gifts of Giving." - April 15, 2015 - One Million Goal
Atlanta’s Public Access Cable Channel, People TV Atlanta, Appoints Teddy Lewis as Managing Director
The People TV Board of Directors has appointed Teddy Lewis as Managing Director. People TV, Inc. (a Georgia 501(c)3 Non-Profit) is the City of Atlanta’s public access media technology center giving residents, nonprofits and community organizations an open forum to communicate opinions, programs, ideas, services and talents to 100,000+ households. - April 15, 2015 - People TV Inc
Bean Counters Unite on April 15th
Everyone knows that Bean Counters like to party and there is no greater day for an accountant to celebrate than April 15th. So, a group of local Financial Executives picked April 15th to kick off a local chapter of the CFO Council. "We are excited to launch a chapter of the CFO Council here... - April 15, 2015 - Charleston CFO Council
Peacebuilding Evaluation Consortium: Proving the Effectiveness of Global Peacebuilding Programs
The Peacebuilding Evaluation Consortium (PEC) is pleased to announce a grant from the Carnegie Corporation of New York (the Corporation) that will help answer the complicated question: “Does peacebuilding work?” This ground-breaking grant will allow a consortium of the field’s... - April 15, 2015 - Alliance for Peacebuilding
RESET Analyses How Refugee Aid Has Developed in the Digital Age
With the number of people currently displaced the highest it has been since the second world war, solutions that meet the short-term and long-term needs of refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced and stateless persons are urgently needed. Over the next week, RESET will look at innovative approaches using digital tools that are being implemented to assist work in this area. - April 15, 2015 - RESET
SmashBully: Help Protect Yourself from Violence Bully Proof Your Child
Attention Parents of Bullied Children: Get the simple secret to bully proof your child and make them safe and confident. Survival tips for kids, teens and adults. Learn how to help stop the violence. - April 14, 2015 - Smash Bully
Parker J. Palmer to Serve as Naropa University’s 2015 Commencement Speaker
Naropa University today announced that Parker J. Palmer, a world-renowned author and activist known for his work in education and social change, will serve as Naropa’s Commencement speaker. Palmer’s graduation speech, “Living From the Inside Out,” will include teachable moments from Parker’s extraordinary career. Naropa’s graduation will be held at Macky Auditorium in Boulder, Colorado, on May 10th, beginning at 1pm MST. - April 14, 2015 - Naropa University
IMC Radio’s “Plane Talk” Comes Back on the Air Broadcasting Live Daily from the Sun ’n Fun in Florida
IMC Radio’s “Plane Talk,” a live-streaming aviation internet radio talk show sponsored by the IMC Club International, will be back on the air broadcasting live from its remote studio in Lakeland, FL during the 2015 Sun ’n Fun, International Fly-In & Expo starting April... - April 14, 2015 - IMCClubs.org
Ann Zdansky, Founder and CEO, The Common Source, LP to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Ann Zdansky, Founder and CEO, The Common Source, LP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: will speak at the Knowledge Congress’... - April 14, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
2015 Miami Photo Salon Partners with Spectrum Art Fair
2015 Miami Photo Salon Festival’s main event – the Salon-, will take place at Spectrum Art Fair Miami next December 2-6 in an important area comprised by several booths. A call for entries is running now for artists & all kind of photographers to participate. - April 13, 2015 - Miami Photo Salon
Double Amputee to Parachute Into "Fore Our Troops" Golf Tournament at Lansdowne
Bowman to deploy chute honoring Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes on April 17. - April 13, 2015 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Makunudu Island Announces Enhancement Plan - Phase One
Makunudu Island, one of the Maldives original and much loved island resorts is getting ready for the first phase of gentle enhancements that will form part of a longer term upgrade programme. - April 13, 2015 - Makunudu Island
Parma Lapidary Hosts It's 47th Annual Rock-a-Rama Jewelry Arts, Rock, and Gem Show May 16th and 17th, at the Soccer Sportsplex
Cleveland’s Jewelry Arts, gem, fossil, bead, and mineral show will return to the Soccer Sportsplex, 31515 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted Ohio, on Saturday, May 16th, and Sunday, May 17th (10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). This year the 47th annual Rock-a-Rama will feature over 30 dealers, many of them new... - April 13, 2015 - Parma Lapidary
Church of Scientology to Host Open House and Musical Salute for Armed Forces
The Nashville Church of Scientology is planning a special open house and musical tribute to those who serve the nation on May 16, 2015. - April 12, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
National Timeshare Owners Association Appoints Two to Advisory Board
Bob Kobek and Dennis DiTinno Bring Experience and Expertise to Association The National Timeshare Owners Association (http://www.nationaltimeshareownersassoc.com) today announced the appointments of Dennis DiTinno and Bob Kobek to their Advisory Board. They join Board Chair Wes Sattenfield and... - April 12, 2015 - National Timeshare Owners Association
NHTSA Official James Tamm to be a Part of NAFA I&E Session
Tamm will play a key role in a session at NAFA’s 2015 Institute and Expo conference on Thursday morning, April 16. - April 12, 2015 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Drug-Free South Hosts Leaders to Discuss Community Problems for World Health Day
The Truth About Drugs program provides teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education materials. - April 11, 2015 - Drug Free South
Announcing: Herpetological Conservation International
Herpetological Conservation International is unveiling its organization on Earth day April 22nd. - April 11, 2015 - Herpetological Conservation International
Infant and Early Childhood Awareness & Action Day - Transforming Wisconsin’s Policies to Support Infants, Young Children and Families
The Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems (ECCS) and other partners are hosting an Infant and Early Childhood Awareness and Action Day on April 17, 2015. The goal of the meeting is to identify infant, toddler and family practice priorities and improve professional development, intervention strategies and pursue adequate financing and reimbursement for initiatives that bolster physical and social emotional development during the critical first 1,000 days of life. - April 11, 2015 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Tickets Now Available for "A Fashion Night in Black & White"
Spectacular evening to support Dress for Success SW Florida. - April 11, 2015 - Dress for Success SWFL
Shorecrest Prep Thespians Rake in State Awards
At the March 28th Florida State Thespian Festival in Tampa, FL, Shorecrest Preparatory School Thespian Troupe 3140 troupe performed their fall musical Anything Goes for an audience of more than 2,500 in Morsani Hall. The performance earned a Superior rating from the State judges, the highest rating possible. Kylie Heyman [‘15], who starred as Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes, won a prestigious Jimmy Award of The National High School Musical Theater Awards. - April 11, 2015 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Drug-Free South Helps East Tennessee Coalition to Stand in the Gap
Drug-Free South is providing needed educational materials on the Truth About Drugs to anyone interested in helping students. - April 11, 2015 - Drug Free South
Chicago Annual Business Aviation Safety Stand Down, April 23, 2015
Chicago Area Business Aviation Association to host its annual Safety Day at the Wyndham Glenview Suites near PWK. - April 11, 2015 - CABAA
Defender Resorts Selects DAE for Branded Exchange Services
DAE (Dial An Exchange) the largest independently owned vacation exchange company, has been selected by Defender Resorts, Inc. to create a branded internal exchange platform for the 60,000 owners they service at their managed resorts. The prominent Myrtle Beach, South Carolina resort management... - April 11, 2015 - Dial An Exchange
Food Bank of South Jersey, NJ Anti-Hunger Coalition Rally Against Reductions to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) and the New Jersey Anti-Hunger Coalition (NJAHC) are teaming to give voice against the recent reductions in SNAP benefits enacted in the Agricultural Act (Farm Bill) of 2014. The non-profit organizations are holding a series of press conferences designed to... - April 11, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
David Tayar, Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s European Antitrust Enforcement for Pay-For-Delay Settlements Live Webcast
David Tayar, Partner, Managing Director, Regulatory Risk, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s European Antitrust Enforcement for Pay-For-Delay Settlements Live Webcast - April 11, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
2015 R. Gene Richter Scholarship Recipients Announced
The R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation, in partnership with the Institute for Supply Management™ (ISM) have recognized the following eight students as being the 2015 recipients of the premiere R. Gene Richter Scholarship Award: Matthew Christiansen - Duquesne University Kevin Cronin -... - April 11, 2015 - R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation
Jeffrey Schulman, Founding and Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Jeffrey L. Schulman, P.C. to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Jeffrey Schulman, Founding and Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Jeffrey L. Schulman, P.C. will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled:... - April 11, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
Winning Institutions of 100,000 Strong in the Americas Funding Announced at the Summit of the Americas
Thursday, at the Summit of the Americas, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry announced the winners of the Santander Bank-sponsored competition of the 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund. The nine winning institutions involve university partnerships between the United States and Argentina,... - April 10, 2015 - Partners of the Americas
SEAMS Conference to Focus on Growing U.S. Sewn Products Manufacturing
The SEAMS Spring 2015 Conference will focus on how fashion, textile and other soft goods companies can more effectively grow in the expanding domestic manufacturing environment. The agenda features industry leader presentations, group discussions, and numerous networking opportunities. - April 10, 2015 - SEAMS Association
Charles F. Van Pelt Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Charles F. Van Pelt of Vista, California has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of construction. About Charles F. Van Pelt Mr. Van Pelt has over 25 years experience in the construction field. He... - April 10, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Ricardo Diaz Announces Candidacy for Region Director of the Florida Young Democrats
Ricardo Diaz is a Puerto Rican-American entrepreneur and leader in Affordable Home Ownership, Job Creation, Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Building, Voter & Latino Rights and Youth Advocacy. - April 10, 2015 - StartinNew.org
Chicago Urban Art Retreat Center Presents an International Art Show in North Lawndale
Unique International art show in North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. Opening reception April 11 from 1-4. Music, food, art. Enter to win free art by artist from the Netherlands. 1957 S. Spaulding Ave. (2 blocks west of Kedzie pink line stop.) - April 10, 2015 - Chicago Urban Art Retreat Center
Influential Environmental Advocates Open 2015 Conversations Series
From the Clean Water Act to Everglades Restoration: 40 Years of Conservation - April 10, 2015 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Why the Terms Near Drowning, Dry Drowning, Delayed Drowning, and Secondary Drowning Should Not be Used
Outdated and incorrect information regarding drowning is being used in numerous sources online, and in traditional and social media. The Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI), a leader in the aquatic safety field, has released a position statement designed to clarify the correct definition and explain why the terms “dry,” “delayed,” “near” and “secondary” drowning should not be used. - April 10, 2015 - Starfish Aquatics Institute
Raleigh Business Leaders Team Up for 12th Annual Type 1 Diabetes Event
Bob and Penny Barnhill to be Honored at JDRF’s Hope Gala on Saturday, April 11, 2015. - April 10, 2015 - JDRF
Michael Whitt, Partner, Patent Agent, Trademark Agent, Co-Head of Information Technology, Bennett Jones to Speak at KC’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Michael Whitt, Partner, Patent Agent, Trademark Agent, Co-Head of Information Technology, Bennett Jones will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - April 10, 2015 - The Knowledge Group
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning Presents the 2015 Planned Giving Symposium
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning (PPP) of Lee County will present the 2015 Planned Giving Symposium on Friday, June 26, 2015 from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Florida Southwestern State College. The keynote speaker is Jerold Panas. Panas is Founding Partner of one of the nation’s... - April 10, 2015 - Partnership for Philanthropic Planning Lee Count
Food Bank of South Jersey to Benefit from Walmart Spring "Fight Hunger. Spark Change." Campaign
Public participation can result in potentially $3 million and 75 million meals to help Feeding America and member food banks – in just four weeks. - April 10, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
U.S. Propane Industry Contributes $40B to GDP, is Leading Producer Worldwide
A study commissioned by the Propane Education & Research Council and prepared by ICF International shows the propane industry contributed $38.7 billion to U.S. gross domestic product and employed 49,721 domestic workers in 2012, the most recent year data was available. The report,... - April 10, 2015 - Propane Education & Research Council
KOSBE Hosts Mobile App Marketing Training Opportunity: Going Mobile in a Mobile World
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Mobile App Marketing: Going Mobile in a Mobile World on Tuesday, April 21, 12-1:30 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - April 10, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Ronald A. Gray as Professional of the Year
Ronald A. Gray, of Oak Brook, Illinois, has been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Legal Services. - April 09, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Star Named After Radio Show Host Grandmother Mazina as Memorial Tribute
Grandmother Mazina, Host of Grandmother's Basket Radio Show, passed away in March 2015; Storytellers Campfire will Host a Memorial Tribute on Friday, April 10, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time and share highlights of her life and the Star dedicated to her by fans and admirers. - April 09, 2015 - Storytellers Campfire
O.U.R Announces Kaskade as Rescue Ambassador
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R) is excited to announce that Kaskade is an official ambassador for the cause, which saves children sold into slavery as sex slaves, laborers or anything else. Kaskade will be involved in bringing awareness to this growing fight. Kaskade, AKA Ryan Raddon is an... - April 09, 2015 - Operation Underground Railroad
Dawn Leger, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dawn Leger, Ph.D., of Bristol, Connecticut has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of grant writing. About Dawn Leger, Ph.D. Dr. Leger has more than 20 years of experience in grant writing and... - April 09, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Way to Happiness Aims Messages of Peace to the City of Nashville
The Way to Happiness is working to inspire all residents of Nashville and Middle Tennessee with messages of peace and hope. - April 09, 2015 - The Way to Happiness
LifeWalk Mission International Team Travel to Kenya
Georgia Based LifeWalk Mission International will be traveling to Nairobi, Kenya next week for its first of three scheduled Christian short-term mission trips this year. Executive Director Jerry Warren will be leading the team to work in the outlying areas of Nairobi. Because of the recent... - April 09, 2015 - LifeWalk Mission International
OpenTravel Alliance Announces Timothy O’Neil-Dunne as Its Keynote Speaker for the 2015 Advisory Forum Conference to be Held May 12-14 in Miami
The not-for-profit trade organization will hold its 2015 Advisory Forum at The Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay. - April 09, 2015 - OpenTravel Alliance
KOSBE Offers GrowthWheel® Sales & Service Training
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will lead a GrowthWheel® WorkGroup on Sales and Service on Tuesday, April 28 from 9 to 11 am at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The event is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. - April 09, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE