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Engeye, Inc. Announces New Executive Director
A Bold, Visionary Step Toward Growth and Sustainability - May 11, 2013 - Engeye
Female Volunteers Build a Habitat for Humanity LV Home for National Women Build Week
A construction crew of all female volunteers will pound nails and raise walls at a Habitat build site on Saturday, May 11th, the day before Mother’s Day, in celebration of National Women Build Week. An initiative of Habitat for Humanity International, Women Build challenges women around the... - May 11, 2013 - Habitat for Humanity Las Vegas
NJ Native and Academy Award Winning Writer to be Honored at CarePlus Foundation Courage Awards Gala
James Lecesne, creator of the Trevor Project, to be given Courage Award. - May 11, 2013 - Care Plus Foundation
Startup Greener50 Connects People to Eco-Friendly Businesses
A duo based in Colorado is challenging the idea that business and the environment don't mix. Greener50, founded by Rick Oberreuter and Matt Neidenberg, is a website that connects eco-minded people, businesses, and organizations together. The concept of greener50 is simple; Find > Learn >... - May 10, 2013 - greener50
Church of Scientology Hosts Community Theater Event
The Nashville Church of Scientology is putting on a show for the community in old-time radio style. This will be the third such annual event. - May 10, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
SPCA Tampa Bay to Host 12-Hour Pawjama Adoption Party May 11th
When: Saturday, May 11, 12 p.m.- Midnight Where: SPCA Tampa Bay ~ 9099 130th Avenue North, Largo SPCA Tampa Bay is hosting the area’s first-ever twelve hour adoption event on Saturday May 11th from noon until midnight. The Largo shelter expects to have more than 60 pets available for... - May 10, 2013 - SPCA Tampa Bay
"Take the Pledge" Anti-Homophobia Campaign Campaign Launched by Two Fifteen Year Old Straight Teens with the LGBT Network
Two heterosexual teenagers, Nathan and Ross have launched a campaign to encourage people to "Take The Pledge" in support of the LGBTQ community. The web based campaign on www.skelat.com/LGBTQ.html urges supporters to download a template which has space for their name and a paragraph on... - May 10, 2013 - LGBT Network
20,000 Celebrate Life and Miracles of Prophet Muhammad
The beautiful Masjid Tuanku Mizan in Putrajaya, Malaysia hosted over 20,000 people to celebrate the life of the Prophet Muhammad in commemoration of the Maulid celebration. For the organizers, Al-Wariseen Trust, this is the largest privately funded spiritual gathering with invited guests and visitors from several countries in South East Asia as well as Australia and the USA, of which includes former PM Tun Abdullah Badawi. - May 10, 2013 - Al-Wariseen Trust
Lev Leytzan’s Elderhearts Program Receives Grant from Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
Lev Leytzan’s Elderheart progam was recently awarded a $5,000 grant from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA). Elderhearts, the newest of Lev Leytzan’s programs, reaches out to people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias with interactive experiences designed... - May 09, 2013 - Lev Leytzan: The Heart of Therapeutic Clowning, Inc.
Local Residents Get Mud on Their Face for a Great Cause
A group of local residents consisting of men, women, college & high school students from all walks of life & fitness levels plan do a 5 mile obstacle course to raise money for The Union Beach Disaster Relief Fund. - May 09, 2013 - The Martial Arts Arena
Top Los Angeles Women Celebrated at EmpowHer Institute Girls to Greatness Gala Reception
Honoree recipients were Elise Buik, CEO of United Way, Los Angeles; Dannielle Campos, Senior Vice President of Bank of America; and Penny Toler, Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Los Angeles Sparks. - May 09, 2013 - EmpowHer Institute
Austin Elks Lodge #201 Provides a Day of Fun at Amusement Park for Special Needs Families
Elks Lodge #201 in Austin, Texas received a $10,000 grant from the Elks National Foundation to provide activities for children with special needs. During 2013 there will be six day trips to Morgan's Wonderland, in San Antonio. Each trip will have about 20 children, accompanied by a family member. - May 09, 2013 - Elk's Lodge #201
6th Annual Courts K. Cleveland SAD Foundation Young Investigator Awards in Cardiac Channelopathies
The SADS Foundation announces its winners for the 6th Annual Courts K. Cleveland SADS Foundation Young Investigator Awards in Cardiac Channelopathies. The winners are: Basic Science Winner - Author/Investigator: David Auerbach, PhD Mentor: Lori Isom, MD, Ph.D. Institution: University of Michigan; Translational/Clinical Winner - Author/Investigator: Christian Van Der Werf, M.D., Ph.D. Mentor: Arthur Wilde, M.D., PhD, Institution: Academic Medical Center Amsterdam - May 09, 2013 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
Hurricane Nominated for PetSafe “Bark for Your Park” Contest
Hurricane, Utah has been nominated for the PetSafe "Bark for Your Park" contest with a chance to win a $100,000 dog park. - May 09, 2013 - Because Animals Matter
HDFC Life Initiates CSR Project Swabhimaan with SOS Children’s Villages of India
HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurance companies, today extended its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Swabhimaan, to SOS Children’s Villages of India. The project will begin with supporting the education of 300 vulnerable children in 4 locations including... - May 09, 2013 - SOS Village
Gulf Harbour Memorial Foundation Donates $15,000 to the Heights Foundation
Donation will support completion of medical clinic. Gulf Harbour Memorial Foundation donated $15,000 to the Heights Foundation to complete the foundation’s medical clinic. The clinic will provide access to quality health care for low-income, uninsured residents of Harlem Heights and... - May 09, 2013 - Heights Foundation
Beta Alpha Psi Launches New Website and Branding
Beta Alpha Psi launched a new website and branding on April 26, 2013. - May 09, 2013 - Beta Alpha Psi
AllBetterCare Urgent Care Center Earns Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Urgent Care Center Accreditation ensures the provision of quality healthcare and the principles of professionalism. - May 09, 2013 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Danforth Center Intern Receives Prestigious Fellowship
Danforth Center Announces Summer 2013 Internship Program Participants - May 09, 2013 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
National “Stamp Out Hunger” Campaign Attracting Widespread Community Help
The easiest way to donate non perishable food to the hungry has just arrived. And it’s just feet from your front door. The nation’s largest single day food drive is being held on Saturday, May 11, 2013. South Jersey residents can leave bags of non perishable foods at their mailbox and... - May 09, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
More Than 6,000 Pounds of Pet Food Shipped to West, TX
Rescue Bank delivered nine pallets (6,033 lbs) of donated pet food to Waco, Texas, on April 25 – a delivery made possible by millions of animal lovers clicking at GreaterGood's The Animal Rescue Site. The donated food is being used by the Humane Society of Central Texas to feed pets displaced... - May 09, 2013 - GreaterGood
The Women’s Hospital at Saddleback Memorial Prepares to Commemorate Its 25th Anniversary
Community Invited to Celebrate at Family Event May 19. - May 08, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Women in Film & Video New England Announces Regular Deadline for 11th Annual Screenwriting Competition Ending May 21st
Women in Film & Video New England announces that the Regular Deadline for the 11th Annual WIFVNE Screenwriting Competition is closing on May 21st. This years' judges include Barry Brodsky, Martha Pinson, LaToya Morgan, Susan Steinberg and Tina Cesa Ward. Sponsors include Final Draft, Inktip, Script Chix and Lesley University. - May 08, 2013 - Women in Film and Video New England
Art Across the Spectrum Art Walk to Benefit C.A.R.E. Serving Our Local Children and Families Facing Autism
Join them for a celebration of artwork and photography created by exceptional children. Various mediums will be highlighted along Lakewood Ranch Main Street from 10am-2pm. Event is free and proceeds will benefit CARE, a not-for-profit, that provides a wide range of programs for children and their families facing Autism. - May 08, 2013 - Center for Autism Resources and Education
Motorcyclists Top $343,000 to Help Cure Kids
Motorcyclists gather in three states to help cure the kids. - May 08, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Richard Sciacca, PhD., Director, Deloitte Tax LLP Knowledge Congress’s Emerging Issues: Global Transfer Pricing and Advance Pricing Agreements Speaker
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, proudly announces that Richard Sciacca, PhD., Director, Deloitte Tax LLP, Washington National Tax-Global Transfer Pricing, will present at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast,... - May 08, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
National Association of Women Business Owners Names 2013 Women of Distinction
The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Southern Nevada recognized 13 top business women at the 15th Annual Women of Distinction Awards (WODA) luncheon on Friday, May 3 at the Monte Carlo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. - May 08, 2013 - NAWBO Southern Nevada
American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine Announces Partnership with MedCenter Display for Online Healthcare Marketing
The AAUCM has partnered with MedCenterDisplay to bring web optimization and healthcare marketing services to its members. - May 08, 2013 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Annual Run to Benefit HeartShare and the Breezy Point CoOp
Run...Rebuild...Revive - May 08, 2013 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
DFW Marketing Executives to Discuss the Marketing Profession, Trends, and Forecasts
DFW Chapter of the American Marketing Association Hosts Marketing Panel Discussion with Area Executives. - May 08, 2013 - DFW American Marketing Association
Building a Movement for Play: Non-Profit Organization KaBOOM! Announces 217 “Playful City USA” Communities
Communities Recognized for Prioritizing Play for Children - May 08, 2013 - KaBOOM!
Navigant Managing Director John DelPonti to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ “CFPB Examinations of Mortgage Servicing Transfers: Understanding the Proposed Guidance”
Navigant Managing Director John DelPonti to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ “CFPB Examinations of Mortgage Servicing Transfers: Understanding the Proposed Guidance” Live Webcast - May 07, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Welcomes Three Sustaining Sponsors
New partnerships expand organization’s reach into San Diego’s diverse business community. - May 07, 2013 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Event in Redwood City CA
Join Operation Kidsafe, the Redwood City Police Department and Honda of Redwood City for a free and fun child safety weekend. - May 06, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
New Marketing Book "Marketing Made Simple" Released for Home Staging Professionals
Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, CEO StagedHomes.com®, Founder and Chairman of the International Association of Home Staging Professionals®, IAHSP®, and the Creator of Accredited Staging Professional®, ASP®, Courses and Designations; and Jennie Norris, Accredited Staging Professional Master® (ASPM®), Official Accredited Staging Professional® (ASP®) Course Trainer, Past President of IAHSP®, and President of Denver IAHSP® Chapter have co-authored “Marketing Made Simple." - May 06, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Event Visits Hillside, NJ
Parents can attend this event and at No Charge get a lifetime record of their child's digital fingerprints and a form that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency. Parents will also get valuable safety tips. Operation Kidsafe uses the latest equipment like the FBI and Secret Service. - May 06, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Local Organizations, Businesses Unite to Produce the Great Swamp Scavenger Hunt
Far-ranging geography game promotes awareness of nature, culture, history in northern New Jersey. - May 06, 2013 - Great Swamp Watershed Association
Domino Effect Productions, LLC Hits a Hole in One
Domino Effect Productions produced two commercials for the Gary Gilchrist Golf academy currently airing on the Golf Channel nationwide. - May 06, 2013 - Domino Effect Productions, LLC
Pinellas County Circuit Clerk, Ken Burke, Addresses the Mid-County Bar Association
Pinellas County Circuit Clerk, Ken Burke addressed the Mid-County Bar Association on Thurs., April 25, 2013 about Florida’s recent switch to electronic filing. Burke, along with his general counsel, Myriam Irizarry, thoroughly explained the electronic filing process to a well-accepted... - May 06, 2013 - Pinellas County Mid-Bar Association
The Newly Published Book "Women's Sexual Behaviours & Responses" Provides Fresh Insight Into Female Sexuality for a Modern Audience
The act of mating lies at the heart of men’s sexual drive and women’s emotional desire for family. So heterosexual women’s sexuality, as well as their orgasmic ability, has traditionally always been defined in terms of intercourse. This book provides a fresh interpretation of the official research findings so that a modern audience can appreciate women’s sexuality (regardless of sexual orientation) in terms of their sexual behaviours and their true genital responses. - May 06, 2013 - WaysWomenOrgasm.org
Drug-Free South Educates Students Across Tennessee
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South routinely travels across the state of Tennessee to deliver drug education seminars and information. - May 06, 2013 - Drug Free South
StagedHomes.com Announces Home Staging Classes for Spring/Summer 2013
Become an Accredited Staging Professional® (ASP®) through StagedHomes.com. StagedHomes.com is the original provider of Home Staging training since 1999. The ASP® course was designed by Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, after decades of instructing real estate professionals in the art of Home Staging. Get educated through the finest Home Staging training in the world. - May 06, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
"Urban Philadelphia Web Film Series Launches Episode 1" Series Will Help Communities Better Respond to the Needs of Youth
Philadelphia Filmmakers, Musicians, and Youth Service Providers collaborate to bring uplifting web series to the urban masses. In response to the urgent need to better connect with youth ages 16 to 25 and offer alternatives to engaging with them "CASES" the web series has been created and produced by the DK Interprises, Inc. The production team is poised to premiere its first episode in May, 2013. Go to: http://casestheseries.com to view the Trailer. - May 05, 2013 - DK Interprises Inc.
Alabama Legislators Support Creating a Clinical Center for Fibromyalgia, ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Lyme Disease Patients
On April 30, the Alabama legislature passed a resolution saying the governor and all other interested parties should work toward creating a center and improving access to knowledgeable health care for patients with neuro-endocrine-immune diseases, including fibromyalgia, ME/CFS and Lyme disease. A... - May 05, 2013 - PANDORA Org
NOGLSTP and National Engineers Week Foundation Honors Georgia Tech Engineering Student Scholarship for LGBT Engineering Student
Today’s college engineering students are already hard at work shaping the world of tomorrow. In recognition of their commitment, accomplishments and potential, National Engineers Week Foundation and its partners are honoring 15 of the most promising engineering students from the United States... - May 05, 2013 - National Organization of Gay & Lesbian Scienists and Technical Professionals
MassBio Recognizes Marlborough as a Major Life Sciences Hub in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MassBio) has identified Marlborough as a leading incubator for mature life sciences companies, and is now planning to host a Life Sciences Open House in the city this summer. - May 05, 2013 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Compass to Care Childhood Cancer Foundation Appoints New Board Members
Compass to Care, The Mike & Sandy Ernsdorff Childhood Cancer Foundation, announces the appointment of Jannine S. Givray, Andrew F. Merrick, and Glenn Solan to its Board of Directors. Jannine S. Givray Jannine Givray brings a unique combination of professional and philanthropic experience to... - May 05, 2013 - Compass to Care
TOCICO Announces Day 2 Conference Keynote Address
Ken Miller, author of two books, will present Government Extreme Makeover at the 2013 TOCICO International Conference in Bad Nauheim Germany. - May 04, 2013 - TOCICO
Colorado BioScience Association Names Derek Cole Board Chair and Appoints Six Industry Leaders to its Board of Directors at the 2013 Annual All-Member Meeting
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) announces Derek Cole, President of Investor Relations Advisory Solutions, as the new Chairperson of its Board of Directors. Cole assumes chairperson responsibilities from Steve Orndorff, President & CEO of Ariel Pharmaceuticals. In other recent action, six new members were named to the CBSA Board of Directors. - May 04, 2013 - Colorado BioScience Association
Mass Service Alliance Seeks Nominations for Leaders in Community Service and Volunteerism
The Massachusetts Service Alliance (MSA) invites the community to nominate outstanding individuals who served in AmeriCorps, Commonwealth Corps or Senior Corps or are Service Learning Practitioners, nonprofits, or business/corporations that excel in engaging volunteers for the 2013 Massachusetts Service and Volunteerism Awards. - May 04, 2013 - Massachusetts Service Alliance