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A Midsummer Night’s Medley: National Harbor Cruise Raises Funds for Youth Enrichment Program Event Includes Comp Washington Nationals Tickets to New York Mets Game
A Midsummer Night’s Medley – August 9, 2014 a three hour evening cruise along the Potomac and fund-raiser for Powerful Beyond Measure. Cruise includes on-board raffle, wine tasting and Washington Nationals tickets. - August 01, 2014 - Powerful Beyond Measure
Judge Approves Agribusiness' Supporter's Candidacy in North Texas
Judge Arthur Ware recently approved, without contention, Trenton Garza’s Declaration of Write-In Candidacy for Justice of the Peace No. 3 in Potter County, Texas. - August 01, 2014 - Trenton Garza for Potter County Justice of the Peace No. 3
Lobster Stew Dinner Attracts Many
For the past 48 years, a tradition of Summer Suppers at Niantic Community Church has attracted locals, summer folks and day trippers alike. The last supper of the season is almost upon us and reservations are being accepted now for the Lobster Stew Dinner made from fresh Maine lobsters. - August 01, 2014 - Niantic Community Church
United Pegasus Foundation in California is Verified by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to United Pegasus Foundation as of July 25, 2014. Verification means that United Pegasus meets the criteria of a... - August 01, 2014 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Holocaust Memorial Center Presents “Righteous of Poland” Book Talk and Lecture, Aug. 5
Rabbi Cukierkorn and Tammeus tell the story of brothers Zygie and the late Sol Allweiss in their book "They Were Just People: Stories of Rescue in Poland During the Holocaust." In addition to the Allweiss brothers’ story, the book chronicles nearly two dozen other accounts of how Jews in Poland survived the Shoah with non-Jewish help. - August 01, 2014 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Alicia Landa as a Professional of the Year
Alicia Landa, of Miami, Florida, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Food and Beverage Manufacturing/Confectionery. - July 31, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Darko Sulava with Special Times Square Appearance
Darko Sulava, of St. Albans, Victoria, Australia, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the Healthcare field. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Dr. Sulava‘s image will be projected over Times Square, New York, on August 8th, 2014. - July 31, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Elaine F. McConkey Honored as Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Elaine F. McConkey, of Waldorf, Maryland, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her exceptional accomplishments in the Utility field. - July 31, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Alameda’s Crown Beach Named Best for Kiteboarding
Alameda's Crown Memorial Beach is the go-to place for kiteboarding, stand up paddling, windsurfing. After a day at the beach, Webster Street is the place for great food choices and shopping. - July 31, 2014 - West Alameda Business Association
Third Annual Slow Food Santa Cruz Edible Gardens Tour - August 23, 2014
The third annual Slow Food Santa Cruz Edible Gardens Tour will be held Saturday, August 23, 2014, and $10 tickets are now on sale at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/786426. This event is a unique opportunity for residents of the greater Santa Cruz area to tour local edible gardens, both... - July 31, 2014 - Slow Food Santa Cruz
Lisa Cassilly, Partner, Alston & Bird LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding Anti-Whistleblower Protocols for Companies: A 2014 Perspective Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Lisa Cassilly, Partner, Alston & Bird LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding Whistleblower Protocols for... - July 31, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Trenton Garza Files Declaration of Write-in Candidacy
Trenton Garza filed for candidacy as a write-in candidate for Justice of the Peace No. 3 in Potter County, Texas. - July 31, 2014 - Trenton Garza for Potter County Justice of the Peace No. 3
Jeff Schreve’s From His Heart Ministries Agrees to Provide Content for Liberty Quest Foundation’s Streaming Faith Initiative for the BOP
Federal prisoners have access to MP3 players but only commercial secular music is made available to them for a fee. From His Heart Ministries is joining with Liberty Quest Foundation to bring audio ministries to prisoners no matter what their faiths for no cost. - July 31, 2014 - Liberty Quest Foundation Ltd
Top Ladies of Distinction Sponsor the 1st Annual National Sickle Cell Walk with $10,000 Donation
The Top Ladies of Distinction (TLOD) continue a renowned commitment to providing for communities and charities. Their generous contribution will benefit the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.’s 1st Annual National Sickle Cell Walk with the Stars, which will be held September 6, 2014 at beautiful Lake Montebello in Baltimore, Maryland. TLOD’s generous gift is greatly appreciated and will help SCDAA provide support to individuals and families. - July 31, 2014 - Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.
Students Get to Grips with Nuclear Engineering Courtesy of the Smallpeice Trust
From 21st to 24th July, fifty teenagers from across the UK have been learning how to solve some of the challenges facing the nuclear industry. The four-day residential course, held at The University of Manchester, and sponsored by the University’s Dalton Nuclear Institute was organised by The... - July 31, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Smallpeice Trust Helps Students on Fast Track for Railway Careers
From 21st to 24th July, forty-five teenagers from across the UK had the unique opportunity to learn about how technologies come together to create state-of-the-art, safe and efficient railway transport systems. Sponsored by the National Skills Academy for Railway Engineering (NSARE) and the Lloyd’s Register Foundation (LRF), this course forms part of a major initiative to encourage young people to consider railway engineering and railway systems engineering as a possible career in the future. - July 31, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
Girls Enjoy an Engineering Experience with the Smallpeice Trust
From 21st to 23rd July, ninety-seven girls aged 12 to 14 years old (Year 8 and 9) from across the UK benefited from a unique hands-on learning experience at the University of Bristol. Financially supported by the ERA Foundation and Lloyd’s Register Foundation, this 3-day residential programme... - July 31, 2014 - The Smallpeice Trust
3rd Annual Tri-Valley Kids Splash and Dash
The 3rd annual Tri-Valley Kid’s Splash and Dash #2 presented by the Tri-Valley Triathlon Club, is set to take place again with its new and improved spectator friendly course on the morning of September 7 beginning at 8:30a.m. On July 20, TVTC held the first part of this summer series with... - July 31, 2014 - Tri-Valley Triathlon Club
Bankers Elected, Installed on Georgia Bankers Association’s Leadership Executive Committee
Twenty bankers have been installed and elected to roles in the Georgia Bankers Association's Leadership division. - July 31, 2014 - Georgia Bankers Association
Vaulable Knowledge Gained at 2014 Diversity Leadership Retreat
Attendees learned about important topics related to D&I from top experts in the field. - July 31, 2014 - The Society for Diversity
Financial Resiliency Foundation & Si Puedes Launch Bilingual Lifeonaire Financial Literacy Summer Camp for Students
Students from the Si Puedes Program are learning how to manage their money and increase their financial capability through an innovative weeklong Lifeonaire financial literacy summer camp held at the Madison Public Library at 222 Park Street. Throughout the weeklong Lifeonaire financial literacy... - July 30, 2014 - Financial Resiliency Foundation
IEEE and IEEMA to Co-Sponsor INTELECT Conference & Exhibition on Intelligent Electricity Consumption and Integrated Future Technologies
Three IEEE societies and the Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA) will co-sponsor the IEEE-IEEMA INTELECT Conference & Exposition from 22-24 January 2015 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, India. The conference theme is Smart Electricity for... - July 30, 2014 - IEEE Communications Society
Baylor Grad, Agribusiness Supporter Announces Intent to File for Candidacy for Potter County Justice of the Peace No. 3
Trenton Garza announced on July 15, 2014 his intent to file for candidacy as a write-in candidate against incumbent Judge Gary L. Jackson. Mr. Garza is a noted young leader in the Baylor community, has interviewed with HuffPost Live and NBC News on social and political topics, and supports agribusiness initiatives. - July 30, 2014 - Trenton Garza for Potter County Justice of the Peace No. 3
Upcoming Courses in Venous Disease
The American Venous Forum (AVF) will host the Vein Forum: Comprehensive Venous Management for the Practicing Clinician on September 5-6, 2014 in Boston, MA. The American College of Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM; 14 credits meet the requirements for Self- Assessment. The AVF will also host the Fall 2014 Fellows Course in Venous Disease on December 5-7, 2014 in Houston, TX. Grants are available to cover attendees' expenses. - July 30, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Kansas City, Knoxville Motorcyclists Ride to Raise Money for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Motorcyclists in Kansas City and Knoxville combined to raise $83,481 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on July 27. More than 350 motorcyclists attended Ride for Kids events in Oak Ridge, Tenn., and Overland Park, Kan., to honor local children with brain tumors. These Stars were Cameron,... - July 30, 2014 - Ride for Kids
San Diego Writers Have a Chance to Get Published in Anthology
There are just a few days left until the July 31 deadline to enter for a chance to be accepted into the San Diego Writers, Ink A Year in Ink Volume 8 Anthology. - July 30, 2014 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Tonyehn Verkitus, GiveGab’s Executive Director of Community Citizenship, Appointed to the Alliance for Nonprofit Management Board of Directors
Verkitus brings twelve years of experience in nonprofit management to the Alliance. - July 30, 2014 - GiveGab
Olympic Triumph at YMCA Summer Camp
More than 700 YMCA campers gathered on Friday, July 25, 2014 to compete in the annual Summer Camp Olympic Day at Texas School for the Deaf. The event lasted from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. including the Opening Ceremonies, water slides and activity stations. Olympic Day has been a camp tradition for more... - July 30, 2014 - YMCA of Austin
The Addictions Academy Expands to Offer International Food Addiction Coach Certification
Food Addiction is similar to drug addiction and The Addictions Academy has created an International Certification to assist professionals in helping clients overcome food addictions. - July 29, 2014 - The Addictions Academy
Allegro Beverage Corporation Seals Partnership with AFBI in Staging the Country’s Most Prestigious Barista Competition
2nd Philippine National Barista Championship takes place October 15 to 17. Competition to feature and highlight skills of the country’s best Baristas. - July 29, 2014 - Association of Filipino Baristas Inc
Amy Paffrath and Crystal Fambrini to Host Summer Soiree Benefiting Dress for Success in Los Angeles
Dress for Success Worldwide-West is partnering with the Young Executives for Success (Y.E.S!), a volunteer branch of the organization to recruit members in joining the ranks of young professional women in the Los Angeles area. On Thursday, August 7, Dress for Success Worldwide-West and the Young... - July 29, 2014 - Dress for Success Worldwide - West
Mountain Water Moves to Mo-Town
Keeper of the Mountains Foundation President Paul Corbit Brown announced today that he and KOTM board member Bill DePaulo will leave Charleston Tuesday afternoon, driving a 27-foot tractor-trailer rig laden with 1080 gallons of water, destined for the inner city of Detroit on Wednesday AM. The... - July 28, 2014 - Keeper Of The Mountains Foundation
IEEE CCNC 2015 to Host 12th Annual Technological Forum Dedicated to Next Wave Consumer Communications Advancements
“Call for Papers” Deadline is September 7 for International Event held from January 9 – 12 in Las Vegas, Nevada. - July 28, 2014 - IEEE Communications Society
The Boot Scootin' Boogie Mud Run and Obstacle Course
The Boot Scootin' Boogie is Utah's 1st and Only Country Bumpkin Fun Mud Run. "Daisy Dukes and Cowboy Boots" will make for one, amazing experience for all those who participate. - July 28, 2014 - Boot Scootin' Boogie, LLC
Passports with Purpose Aims to Help Families in Honduras with Sustainable Harvest International
Funds raised during annual travel bloggers fundraiser will provide training and tools needed to feed families. - July 28, 2014 - Passports with Purpose
New Study Guide About God’s Gift of Rest Now Available Free
As an antidote to today’s stressful, 24/7 world, LifeHopeandTruth.com has announced its latest free e-book: "The Sabbath: A Neglected Gift From God." - July 27, 2014 - Church of God, a Worldwide Association
Emergency Department Simulator Uses Analytics to Help Administrators Make Data-Driven Decisions
Emergency departments (EDs) are under growing pressure to make their departments more efficient. In order to help alleviate this pressure, a group of researchers from the University of Florida and the Statistical and Applied Mathematical Sciences Institute (SAMSI) have created an online simulator to help hospital ED administrators understand how analytics and and simulation can be used to inform decisions in the ED. - July 27, 2014 - National Institute of Statistical Sciences
IJIS Institute Announces Keynote Presenters for Mid-Year Briefing
FBI Criminal Justice Information Services Division and New Orleans Police and Homeland Security leadership to speak. - July 27, 2014 - IJIS Institute
Support Dogs Receives $5,000 Gift from PetSmart
St. Louis organization to use donation for programs and activities. - July 27, 2014 - Support Dogs
Tacoma Makes NO EXCUSES Welcoming Derrick Coleman, Jr.
Seattle Seahawks running back Derrick Coleman, Jr. and his NO EXCUSE Foundation are being celebrated at Cheney Stadium in Tacoma, WA on August 31, 2014 in what has been dubbed The 12 Kickoff. All proceeds will benefit the NO EXCUSE Foundation and supporting charities. Early bird ticket purchasers have an opportunity to win an exclusive Meet and Greet with Derrick Coleman, Jr. For more information go to the website www.the12kickoff.com. - July 26, 2014 - The 12 Kickoff
Entrepreneurs Club Brings Unique Seminar on Being Unique to Nashville Church of Scientology
Branding expert David Brier excited an audience of business leaders and artists. - July 26, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Forerunner Software Announces the Addition of Patent Pending Technology to Its Portfolio Which Extends the Power of Mobilizer’s Unique Design for True Mobile Reporting
Forerunner Software’s Mobilizer unlocks the power of Microsoft’s SQL Server by allowing users access to mobile business intelligence quickly and easily across all devices and browsers. It is an easy to use out of the box solution that leverages your existing investment in SSRS and eliminates the need for additional development or user training. - July 26, 2014 - Forerunner Software
Kimberly A. Ball, Counsel, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP to Speak at KC’s FCPA in 2014 & Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kimberly A. Ball, Counsel, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FCPA in 2014 &... - July 26, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Set Goals for the Coming Year
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) recently elected the new Executive Committee for the 2014-2015 term. The new Executives are setting the pace for the coming year with goals and new projects. - July 26, 2014 - Religion Communicators Council
Sports & Entertainment Manager, Philanthropist and Author, Glenn Toby Receives Honorary Doctorate
Sports and Entertainment Manager, Philanthropist and Author, Glenn Toby, received an honorary doctorate degree in "Philosophy In Advanced Leadership Management & Philanthropy" from Jesus College, Kathmandu International University on June 29, 2014 in Kathmandu, Nepal. University... - July 26, 2014 - The Book Bank Foundation
Ventura College Students' Alternative to Expensive Textbooks
With the significant cost of today’s textbooks, many students struggle to buy needed books for their classes. To ease their burden, on Aug. 13 at the college’s Library & Learning Resource Center, an expected 1,000 Ventura College students will borrow up to three textbooks each for the semester through the Textbook Lending Library program. - July 26, 2014 - Ventura College Foundation
Felicia L. Faragasso, Assistant General Counsel, Leidos, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Mitigating Bribery Risks with Financial Controls in 2014 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Felicia L. Faragasso, Assistant General Counsel will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Mitigating Bribery Risks with Financial... - July 26, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
Edward Kang, Partner, Alston & Bird LLP to Speak at KC’s Mitigating Bribery Risks with Financial Controls in 2014 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Edward Kang, Partner will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Mitigating Bribery Risks with Financial Controls in 2014 LIVE... - July 26, 2014 - The Knowledge Group
DuPont Legal Joins Nationwide and Wells Fargo in Supporting NAMWOLF® Annual Meeting 2014
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms, Inc., (NAMWOLF®) announces that DuPont Legal has joined Nationwide and Wells Fargo in becoming treasured supporters of NAMWOLF’s upcoming Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 21st -24th . “At... - July 26, 2014 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Casino Party "Public Invited" to a Fun Filled Evening
Urban League for Bergen County to host Casino Party Open to the Public. Teaneck Armory 1799 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck, NJ Saturday, August 23rd 7:30pm-11:00pm Enjoy a fun filled evening at this casino-themed party to include food provided by local vendors and entertainment such as a Celebrity Hair... - July 25, 2014 - Urban League for Bergen County