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Glee TV Star Lauren Potter to Greet Fans at Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh on March 10
Actress with Down Syndrome to Visit North Carolina in Support of Anna's Angels and Down Syndrome Research at Duke Children's Hospital - February 15, 2013 - queue
Wildflower Group Welcomes Austin Veteran Realtor Cheri Price to National Network
Cheri Price, local Austin Realtor, joins national network dedicated to supporting families in transition of divorce and widowhood. - February 15, 2013 - Wildflower Group
Wake Education Partnership Names Sponsors for 30th Annual Pieces of Gold Student Performance
Event Benefiting Building Leaders Initiative will Include PNC as 30th Anniversary Sponsor for 2012-2013 School Year. - February 15, 2013 - Wake Education
Award Winning Film "Versailles '73: American Runway Revolution" to Screen at Winter Film Awards 2013 Independent Film Festival
Not many moments in life change the course of history; break the mold; shatter the status quo and usher in a paradigm shift. But on a chilly night in November 1973, such a moment took place. For the second time in history, the Americans stormed France in an epic battle. This battle, however, would... - February 15, 2013 - Winter Film Festival
Award Winning Film "Dar He: The Lynching of Emmett Till" to Screen at Winter Film Awards 2013 Independent Film Festival
In an acting tour de force, one man performs 36 roles in the telling of the Emmett Till tragedy. Experience the story, trial, and unbelievable confessions of those accused of Emmett's murder in this riveting drama. DAR HE will be screened at the 2013 Winter Film Awards Independent Film Festival on... - February 15, 2013 - Winter Film Festival
Volunteers Return to Guatemala for 2nd Medical Outreach Camp
Students, medical volunteers prepare to provide medical services and medicine to thousands of rural Guatemalans. - February 15, 2013 - Humanity First
"Dosa Hunt" to Screen at Winter Film Awards 2013 Independent Film Festival
The Greatest Hunt for South Indian Food in NYC Ever Committed to Film! An all-star cast of NYC musicians join filmmaker/journalist Amrit Singh to form a multicultural posse on a quest to find their hometown's best South Indian crepe, dosa. - February 15, 2013 - Winter Film Festival
Award Winning Film "Qwerty" to Screen at Winter Film Awards 2013 Independent Film Festival
“Qwerty” is the heartwarming tale of introverted word-nerd Zoe and her newfound love Marty as she attempts to become the 2nd ever female National ScrabbleTM Champion. - February 15, 2013 - Winter Film Festival
Local Celebrities to Judge the 2013 "Art of Saving" Contest Hosted by SWACHA and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas
Two local celebrities have teamed up with SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional electronic payment associations in the country, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas as a judge of the second annual “Art of Saving” contest. Kellie Rasberry, radio co-host of the Kidd... - February 15, 2013 - SWACHA
Dr. David Tabak, Senior Vice President, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at KC’s Securities Law: Fraud-on-the-Market Theory Demystified Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dr. David Tabak, Senior Vice President, NERA Economic Consulting will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Securities Law:... - February 15, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Joe Cashel, Director, BDO Consulting to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Joe Cashel, Director, BDO Consulting, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “A Discussion of Current Developments Relating to Preferences and Fraudulent Conveyances in Bankruptcy Cases Live Webcast.” This event is scheduled for May 15, 2013 from 12pm-2pm (ET). - February 15, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
United Way of the Greater Triangle Appoints J.R. Shearin as Board of Directors’ Chair
Former Treasurer for Local Nonprofit Organization Named to Board of Directors - February 15, 2013 - United Way of the Greater Triangle
Teacher Lee Beats President Obama's Preschool Initiative by Four Years
Quality universal preschool education was one of the key initiatives President Obama advocated during his State of the Union address. A San Diego organization, Teacher Lee Play-to-Learn, has been tackling this exact issue for the last four years. - February 14, 2013 - Teacher Lee Play-To-Learn, Inc.
Local Cardiac Rehab Center Will Provide a Free Service to Help Raise Heart Awareness for American Heart Month
Health Enhancement Cardiac Rehab Centers Announces its Participation in National EECP® Therapy Week. - February 14, 2013 - International EECP Therapist Association
CrossReads: A New Hub for Christian Authors Launches, Will Offer Community, Training, and Marketing
Founded by Staci Stallings, Shelley Hitz, and Heather Bixler, CrossReads is an online community that will help connect Christian authors to their readers, provide them with online resources to assist them in publishing and marketing, and help them network with other authors in their niche. - February 14, 2013 - Crossreads
Survivor’s Guide: Making It Through the First Year in Competitive Intelligence
Ben Schultz and Mick Lariviere of McAfee will present an executive insight session on how to avoid overload as a new competitive intelligence analyst on Thursday, May 9 at the 28th Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals (SCIP) International Conference in Orlando, FL. - February 14, 2013 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
Warrior Thunder Foundations to Host Cabin Fever Comedy Night for Troops
The Warrior Thunder Foundation will host the 1st Annual Cabin Fever Comedy Night for Troops on March 29, 2013 from 8-10:30 pm at Dick Doherty's Comedy Escape at 257 Park Avenue, Worcester, MA to raise money for injured military, disabled Veterans and their families. - February 14, 2013 - Warrior Thunder Foundation, Inc
Santa Clara Showtime Supports Senior Health Services with Plenty of Belly Laughs
A Santa Clara institution for more than 30 years to benefit senior health services, Santa Clara Showtime 2013's show "Doomstown Fractured Fairy Tales" opens March 1 at 7 p.m. at the Santa Clara Community Recreation Center. The event has raised more than $350,000 for senior health services. - February 14, 2013 - Showtime Santa Clara
4 Community Colleges Split $35,600 in Grants via the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship/Sam's Club "Shared Vision for Small Business" Competition
Winning colleges in the "Shared Vision for Small Business" competition are Fox Valley Technical College, Long Beach City College, North Seattle Community College, and South Mountain Community College. - February 14, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
SER Metro-Detroit Awarded Grant from Bank of America to Help Southwest Detroit Residents Get Jobs
SER Metro-Detroit, Jobs for Progress, Inc. (SER) will use a recent grant from Bank of America to strengthen its ability to meet the needs of job seekers in Southwest Detroit. According to Data Driven Detroit, the unemployment rate for this area is 29.3%. When considering those who have stopped... - February 14, 2013 - SER Metro-Detroit Jobs For Progress
Ricky Sinclair Speaks on Tornado in Hattiesburg, MS
Bishop Ricky Sinclair understands how it feels to repair, rebuild and move forward. Bishop Sinclair and the congregation of Miracle Place Church extend their hearts and prayers to those effected by the storm in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. - February 14, 2013 - Miracle Place Church
HarmonyJobs LLC Announces Contest for Best Nonprofit Employer
HarmonyJobs LLC will begin accepting nominations for the nationwide “Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award.” Details and nomination forms will be posted on HarmonyJobs.com on March 1, 2013. - February 14, 2013 - HarmonyJobs LLC
National Grid Unites Organizations to Bring Sustainability Education to Boston Students
Students at Blackstone Elementary and Across Boston Participate in National Green Week - February 14, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Raising Heart Awareness in February has Special Significance for Local Hospital
Advocate Christ Medical Center Announces its Participation in National EECP® Therapy Week. - February 14, 2013 - International EECP Therapist Association
Elizabeth A. Howard with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP to Speak at Knowledge Congress' Protecting Trade Secrets in a Collaboration: A Case Study Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Elizabeth A. Howard, Partner, Intellectual Property, Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - February 14, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Word of Mouth Marketing Association Makes Guest Appearance on Storytellers Campfire for Global Announcement
PEMCO; Vice President; Rod Brooks Seattle’s emcee for the February WOMM Fest 2013 will be appearing on Storytellers Campfire giving their global audience a preview of this unprecedented event for National Word of Mouth Marketing Day. - February 13, 2013 - Storytellers Campfire
NYC Ballerina Jenifer Ringer Will Serve as Artistic Consultant for Dancing Dreams Charity
Dancing Dreams founder and executive director Joann Ferrara named Jenifer Ringer, principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, to the advisory role of Artistic Consultant of the non-profit dance program that gives NYC/metro-area children with physical challenges a chance to dance. Ringer, a... - February 13, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
The Myers Group Names Mark Belongie as Vice President of Sales and Marketing
The Myers Group, a leader in healthcare survey research and call center support services, is pleased to announce the addition of Mark Belongie to its executive leadership team as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Mr. Belongie comes to The Myers Group with over 25 years of healthcare... - February 13, 2013 - The Myers Group
Richard Coffman with the Institute of International Bankers to Speak at KC’s The Federal Reserve's Proposed Enhanced Prudential Standards for Foreign Banks Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Richard Coffman, General Counsel, Institute of International Bankers will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Federal... - February 13, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Reveal Fellowship Announces “Heaven on Earth” Night of Worship Event
Contemporary Christian Worship to be featured. - February 13, 2013 - Reveal Fellowship
Friends of the NCVMA Foundation Supports The Francis Fund of Haywood County
Philanthropic Arm of the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Makes $750 Donation to Nonprofit Animal Care Organization - February 13, 2013 - NCVMA
Local Cardiology practice Raises Heart Awareness for American Heart Month
Heart Centers of America Announces its Participation in National EECP® Therapy Week. - February 13, 2013 - International EECP Therapist Association
AmpleHarvest.org Receives $10,000 Grant from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
Grant awarded as part of a nutrition initiative helping those living with HIV/AIDS, to an innovative cloud based hunger/nutrition campaign that enables millions of growers to donate excess garden produce to local food pantries. - February 12, 2013 - AmpleHarvest.org
57th Conejo Valley Days Seeks Vendors, Business Expo Participants
Vendor applications are now available for the 57th annual Conejo Valley Days (CVD) being held May 2 through 5 at Conejo Creek Park South (Janss Rd./23 Freeway) in Thousand Oaks. Exhibitor applications are also being accepted for the Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Expo taking place during CVD. - February 12, 2013 - Conejo Valley Days
YourCause Announces Third Annual CSRworks Summit in the Bay Area
YourCause invites clients, partners, and CSR leaders to drive “Innovation through Collaboration” at CSRworks Summit 2013 in Redwood City, California. - February 12, 2013 - YourCause, LLC
Custom Paw Print Jewelry to Benefit Cesar Millan Foundation
Charitable jewelry design company, Pennyroyal Studio has announced a new collaboration with animal activist and world famous dog whisperer, Cesar Millan. For a limited time, fans and dog lovers can upload a photo of their dog's paw print and the designers at Pennyroyal will turn it into a sterling silver pendant with the dog's name on the back. Proceeds benefit the Cesar Millan Foundation's D.E.A.R. Fund. - February 11, 2013 - Pennyroyal Studio
Day of Solidarity for Black Nonbelievers
Day of Solidarity What: Day of Solidarity for Black Non-Believers When: February 24, 2013 Where: The Day of Solidarity for Black Non-Believers (DoS) is a nationwide event during Black History Month to promote community and solidarity among blacks in America who identify as non-believers:... - February 11, 2013 - Day Of Solidarity for Black Nonbelievers
Beautiful Life Productions (BLP) Community Welcomes Bryan Gianesin of Gianesin Law Firm as an Important Team Member and Part of The OC 100 Irvine
Bryan Gianesin, attorney and founder of Gianesin Law Firm, is welcomed into the Beautiful Life Productions (BLP) Community as a team member, 1 of The OC 100 Irvine. - February 10, 2013 - Beautiful Life Productions
Raleigh Mayor, Nancy McFarlane, to Speak at Annual Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) Scholarship Luncheon in Raleigh
WTS provides scholarships and outreach programs that support young women entering Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) secondary education curriculums and careers. At the luncheon, the Triangle Chapter will honor the following 2012 graduate, undergraduate, and high school scholarship recipients. Special guest speaker and Raleigh Mayor, Nancy McFarlane, will speak about the state of transportation in Raleigh. - February 10, 2013 - WTS - NC Triangle Chapter
Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR) CEO Phyllis Greenberger to Ring NASDAQ Closing Bell
Society for Women’s Health Research Chief Executive Officer, Phyllis Greenberger will ring the NASDAQ OMX closing bell representing Fatigues to FabulousTM (F2F) on Monday, February 11, 2013 at 4:00p.m. SWHR has been a key advocate of F2F, a national campaign designed to support those women in... - February 10, 2013 - Society For Women's Healthcare Research
National Simultaneous Red Balloon Release Raises Heart Awareness for American Heart Month
Ohio Heart and Vascular Center Announces Its Participation in National EECP® Therapy Week - February 10, 2013 - International EECP Therapist Association
Ricky Sinclair Helping Addicts Recover for Substance Abuse
Ricky Sinclair of Miracle Place Church explains ways to help someone that is struggling with substance abuse. It is difficult to witness any close friend or relative struggle with an addiction or substance abuse. It is always possible that the habit will change that person’s behavior for the worse, sometimes making them unrecognizable. - February 10, 2013 - Miracle Place Church
Eastern National Publishes History of Civil Rights in America
New Book Connects the Civil Rights Journey to America’s National Parks - February 10, 2013 - Eastern National
Robert S. Fleishman, Of Counsel, Covington & Burling LLP to Speak at KC’s FERC's Enforcement Actions in Banking and Finance Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Robert S. Fleishman, Of Counsel, Covington & Burling LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FERC's Enforcement Actions... - February 10, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Holocaust Memorial Center, Eastern Michigan University to Host Sascha Feuchert for Rare Look Into Daily Life of Lodz Ghetto
Dr. Sascha Feuchert will examine the writings of the group of Polish-Jewish philosophers, journalists and writers who penned this amazing and devastating day-by-day record of life in Poland’s Lodz Ghetto. - February 10, 2013 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Metro Detroit Doctor’s Documentation and Deposition Supports Patients $86,000 Claim Settlement
Dr. Chris McNeil of Metro Detroit Chiropractors Used a Medical Team Approach and Objective Documentation to Support His Patients $86,000 Auto Injury Claim Against a major insurance company. - February 09, 2013 - Metro Detroit Chiropractors
North Carolina Retailers and NCRMA Give $200,000 Worth of Donations to Fight Hunger
North Carolina Retailers Raise Money and In-Kind Donations for North Carolina Association of Feeding America Food Banks - February 09, 2013 - North Carolina Retail Merchants Association
Harlem Heights Cultural Arts and Community Center Ribbon Cutting February 28
The ribbon cutting of the $5.8 million, 14,000-square foot Harlem Heights Cultural Arts and Community Center will take place on Thursday, February 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Center, located in the Harlem Heights community at 15570 Hagie Drive in Fort Myers. The event is free and open... - February 09, 2013 - Heights Foundation
Church of Scientology Hosts Black Legends During Black History Month
Black legends from the early years of basketball will be honored during a special ceremony and week-long exhibit at the Church of Scientology in Nashville. - February 09, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Krista Holt, President and CEO of GreatBridge Consulting, Inc. to Speak at KC’s How to Prove Reasonable Royalty in Patent Damages Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Krista Holt, President and CEO of GreatBridge Consulting, Inc., will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “How to Prove Reasonable Royalty in Patent... - February 09, 2013 - The Knowledge Group