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They're Back for a Third Year: Cat Care Society Announces 2013 Tails of the Painted Cats Artists, Sponsors and Design Concepts
"Tails of the Painted Cats" artwork cats are back for the third year, again raising funds for the shelter cats and community outreach programs at Cat Care Society (CCS) in Lakewood. Painted Cat creation occurs through April and in May the 2013 Tails of the Painted Cats debut at the Lakewood Arts Council Gallery prior to going on tour throughout the community until the Gala Dinner & Auction July 20th at Pinehurst Country Club. - November 17, 2012 - Cat Care Society
Kenneth A. Godlewski, Partner, Troutman Sanders LLP to Speak at KC’s Markman and Claim Construction Hearing in Patent Infringement: What You Need to Know Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kenneth A. Godlewski, Partner, Troutman Sanders LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Markman and Claim Construction... - November 17, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Illinois State Bar Association, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan Announce Campaign Providing 1 Million Meals to Illinoisans in Need
Food and fundraising drive among Illinois law firms and legal organizations to help the estimated 1.9 million Illinoisans who lack the ability to obtain adequate food. - November 17, 2012 - Illinois State Bar Association
AmpleHarvest.org Announces Repeat of Last Year's Successful "Centerpieces for Pantries" Initiative
Nationwide hunger/nutrition campaign recommends replacing Thanksgiving table floral centerpieces with edible arrangements to be donated to a local food pantry the next day. - November 16, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
First Animated eBible: Bridging the Very Old and the Very New
In the very old world of religion, something very new is happening. G-dcast (rhymes with “podcast”), a non-profit production company in San Francisco, has released a Bible for the digital generation. Titled The Five eBooks of Moses, it is now available through Apple’s iTunes Store. - November 16, 2012 - G-dcast
Himalayan Charity Uses New Technology to Support Tradition: Institute for Compassionate Living Receives Global Support Through Internet Crowdfunding
The Dharmalaya Institute, a small sustainable village development charity in the Indian Himalayas, is finding unprecedented support through a new crowdfunding campaign. The Dharmalaya Institute partnered with the Earthville Network, a US-based nonprofit organization, to create life-changing service-learning programs for Indian and international participants. By the just the fifth day of a three-week campaign, the Institute had already received 75% of its fundraising goal. - November 16, 2012 - Earthville
Workforce Investment Board of Ventura County Adds Two Members
The Workforce Investment Board (WIB) of Ventura County announced the addition of two new board members. Bruce Stenslie and Gregory Liu were officially appointed by the Ventura County Board of Supervisors on October 23, 2012. - November 16, 2012 - Workforce Investment Board of Ventura County
Professional Networking Organization Raises Holiday Spirits with Coat Drive for Kids
Westchester Networking for Professionals (WNFP) has announce their Annual Keep Our Kids Warm Program. For several years WNFP has shown their support to organizations within the Westchester County area to assist in organizing charitable donation campaigns. - November 16, 2012 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Action Party Speaks Out Over Dual Candidates for Village President
Because of Morton Grove Trustee Dan DiMaria's decision to challenge incumbent Mayor Daniel J. Staackmann for the position of Village President in the April 2013 municipal election, a February primary will now take place. The Action Party continues to endorse the slate of candidates it selected and announced on October 17, 2012. - November 16, 2012 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Eastern National Publishes The Moton School Story: Children of Courage
Before the sit-ins in Greensboro, before the Montgomery bus boycott, there was the student strike at the Robert Russa Moton High School in Farmville, Virginia. In 1951, Barbara Johns led her follow students in protest against the inadequate and overcrowded facilities they faced. Their strike, which... - November 16, 2012 - Eastern National
Krav Maga Orange County Innovates the Self Defense Education Experience with KravPass™
Krav Maga Orange County continues bringing the highest quality self-defense training in Southern California with new curriculum monitoring tool. - November 16, 2012 - Krav Maga Orange County
Rabbi Mendel Mintz Announces Chabad Community Center Building Project
Cabins to quadruple space for the Aspen area Jewish community center, says Mendel Mintz. - November 16, 2012 - Mendel Mintz
Oklahoma City Firefighters Provide New Coats to 2,000 School Children in Great Need Launching the Firefighters Coats for Kids Foundation
Oklahoma City Firefighters, IAFF Local 157, Board of Chief Officers, and the Oklahoma City Retired Firefighter Association are providing 2,000 Oklahoma City school children with brand-new coats through their partnership with Firefighters Coats for Kids Foundation, a division of the largest non-profit distributer of new coats in the U.S., Operation Warm. - November 16, 2012 - Operation Warm
NCRMA Expects Increase in Sales and Seasonal Employment During the Upcoming Holiday Season
Holiday Spending in 2012 Projected to Increase 4.1 Percent from Previous Year, Creating More Seasonal Jobs - November 16, 2012 - North Carolina Retail Merchants Association
The Spine Health Foundation Announces 2013-2014 Board of Directors
Spine Health Foundation, Inc. (SHF) has added four additional board seats and elected new directors and officers for the 2013-2014 term. The SHF Board of Directors offers a variety of professional strengths and a passion for helping disadvantaged individuals overcome chronic pain due to spinal disorders. Each member brings considerable experience in medicine, public relations, technology and/or finance expertise. - November 16, 2012 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
The Idyllwild Arts Summer Program: a Continuum of Excellence
It started with a simple vision: “Create a remote place where people of all backgrounds could come together to experience the arts.” That vision spurred the creation of the Idyllwild Summer Arts Program that in its 63rd year creates a setting for artists of all ages to experience what... - November 16, 2012 - Idyllwild Arts Academy
Matthew 25: Ministries Plans 50 Truckloads of Aid to Victims of Hurricane Sandy
Matthew 25: Ministries, a top-ranked international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, OH continues to provide aid to Sandy victims. Matthew 25: Ministries is currently dispatching 10 semis of disaster relief (valued at over $1,000,000) to five separate locations in the hardest hit areas. Matthew 25: Ministries estimates that a total of fifty truckloads of aid will be distributed in the disaster region in the upcoming months. - November 16, 2012 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Maisha International Orphanage Hosts Light the Future Gala and Dinner
Maisha International Orphanage, a charitable project fiscally sponsored by United Charitable Programs (UCP), is hosting an event on November 17, 2012 to help support the orphans and widows living in Western Kenya, as well as to celebrate the program’s accomplishments. - November 16, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Port Arthur Honoured at Tourism Awards
The Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority (PAHSMA) is celebrating major wins at the 2012 Tasmanian Tourism Awards, announced in Hobart on November 9. - November 16, 2012 - Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority
Richard Mancino, Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: International Securities Litigation Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today Richard Mancino, Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: International... - November 16, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Program Targets Omaha Entrepreneurs for Accelerated Business Growth
Accelerator is the catalyst that enables first-stage entrepreneurs to catapult their business to the next level. Our mission is to empower them with the tools they need to grow their business to more than US$1 million in sales. - November 15, 2012 - EO Nebraska
ISLA Lifeguards Travel to the Dominican Republic to Minimize Drowning
This November, volunteer lifeguards from the non-profit, the International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA), are traveling to the Dominican Republic (DR) as part of an initiative to minimize drowning. - November 15, 2012 - International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA)
John Rex Endowment Announces New Board of Directors Officers and Members
North Carolina State Treasurer Janet Cowell and Jill Wells Heath join the John Rex Endowment Board of Directors. Sherry Worth is the new board chair and Jill Wright, MD, Wake Health Services New Bern Ridge Pediatrics, is the new vice chair. - November 15, 2012 - John Rex Endowment
Nicklaus Design Joins Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council as a Platinum Member
By joining as a Platinum Member, Nicklaus Design has joined the growing network of businesses, municipalities, non-profits and others who are actively showing their support of Audubon Lifestyles and The International Sustainability (ISC-Audubon). - November 15, 2012 - ISC-Audubon
Church of Scientology Volunteer Ministers Collect Donations for Hurricane Sandy Survivors
Church of Scientology Volunteer Ministers teamed up with local organizations to collect donations for Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. - November 15, 2012 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Inaugural Annual KOSBE Awards eMagazine Launch
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced the first-ever release of their 2012 Annual KOSBE Awards eMagazine. The magazine features the event’s sponsors, finalists, past winners, as well pictures and details regarding the event itself. - November 15, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Local Carrollton Pastor's to Raise $100k for Community Outreach by Shooting Free Throws for 24hrs
Kendall Bridges, Lead Pastor of Freedom Life Church in Carrollton and Kolt Bridges, his youth pastor will be shooting Free Throws for 24 hours straight starting Sunday, November 18 at 5:00 PM. They are doing this in an attempt to raise $100k to go towards community outreach. Church members,... - November 15, 2012 - Freedom Life Church
New Book on Religion Just Released, Heavenly Signs: Grand Design for Christ's Return
Author and businessman, Mel Gable is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Heavenly Signs: Grand Design for Christ's Return. - November 15, 2012 - Mel Gable
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Invites Community Colleges to Submit Proposals to Host Regional Entrepreneurship Education Summits
$40,000 in funding available for 8 community college summits on entrepreneurship education in 2013; proposals due December 14, 2012. - November 15, 2012 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week by Launching New NACCE Fellows Program
Community college educators have until November 30 to apply for one of three NACCE Fellows positions for 2013. - November 15, 2012 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
The First Medical Directors Summit Was a Success at the Medical Tourism Congress
The first Medical Directors Summit was held on October 26th at the 5th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress in South Florida. The Summit was a collaboration platform for medical directors from top U.S. & international hospitals and insurance companies. - November 15, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
Wish Upon a Hero Foundation, with Help from a Star, Grants Wish of Jersey Boy with Tourette Syndrome
Country music star LeAnn Rimes personally funded a new iPad for 11-year-old Manahawkin boy whose previous computer was destroyed by a bully. - November 15, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Bill Hobgood Becomes First IJIS Institute Associate
Pioneering IT Project Manager Works for Richmond, Va. Department of Information Technology - November 15, 2012 - IJIS Institute
New Sercos III Installation Possibilities Thanks to Topology Extension
The TopoExtension from CANNON-Automata opens up new possibilities to simplify cabling of Sercos III Automation Bus networks on large and modular machines. - November 15, 2012 - SERCOS North America
Inaugural World AIDS Day Concert in Downtown Los Angeles Hosted by AIDS Research Alliance, Presented by Kaiser Permanente
On Friday, November 30th, AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) will host an inaugural World AIDS Day Concert at The Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles, across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. This community event will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Zipper Hall. Emmy Award winner, LeVar Burton, Master of... - November 14, 2012 - AIDS Research Alliance
Veloney J. Jack Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Veloney J. Jack of Houston, Texas has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of business services. About Veloney J. Jack Ms. Jack has over 10 years experience in the field of business services. She... - November 14, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Kona Irrigation Supply Joins Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council as a Platinum Member
Kona Irrigation Supply recently joined Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council as a Platinum Member - November 14, 2012 - ISC-Audubon
Memorial Fund Created to Save Homes from Foreclosure; Sponsors Sought
The Kim W. Cobb Memorial Fund was created at Carter Bank and Trust in Danville, Va., to prevent family homes across the nation from foreclosing after the death of a loved one. Donations also may be made at rally.org/saveahome. Sponsors are sought for fundraisers. - November 14, 2012 - Kim W Cobb Memorial Fund
Southern Burlington County NAACP Hosts Annual Freedom Fund Gala and Awards Ceremony – November 30, 2012, Cinnaminson, NJ
Event to recognize those who have made significant contributions to the community; Assemblywoman Sheila Oliver, keynote - November 14, 2012 - Southern Burlington County NAACP
Colorado BioScience Association Announces Finalists for "Rising Star of the Year" Company at Its Annual Awards Celebration in December
The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) has announced finalists for the "Rising Star of the Year" company award at its 2012 Awards Dinner Celebration -- Thursday, December 6, at the Hyatt Convention Center, 650 15th Street, Denver. Rising Star finalists include: InDevR, Inc., Boulder; Mosaic Biosciences, Aurora & Boulder; Sophono, Inc., Boulder; and Surefire Medical, Inc., Westminster. - November 14, 2012 - Colorado BioScience Association
Social+ ("Social Positive") Launched: Campaign Increases Awareness About the Social Impact of Everyday Decisions and Actions
Social+ (“social positive”) is a new social marketing campaign from The Fruition Coalition. Social+ builds upon the idea of being carbon neutral. People who are Social+ aim to have a net positive social impact by considering the environmental and human impact of everyday decisions and... - November 14, 2012 - The Fruition Coalition
Carolina Designer Craftsmen Guild to Host Gala Preview Party on Friday, Nov. 23
Preview Celebration Will Kick Off 43rd Annual Fine Designer Craftsmen Show at N.C. State Fairgrounds - November 14, 2012 - Carolina Designer Craftsman Guild
The Medical Tourism Congress Leadership Award Winners
The 5th World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress (WMT & GHC) recognized eight individuals for their achievements and dedication to the medical tourism industry by giving them a leadership award in a ceremony held at the event. - November 14, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
The Medical Tourism Congress Announces Success on the Beach
After four days of speeches, networking, workshops and entertainment the 5th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress (WMT & GHC) concluded with excitement and motivation towards furthering the growth of the medical tourism industry. - November 14, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
Opening Day for Forest of Angels is November 17th 2012
Event attendees will enjoy daily family oriented activities such as petting zoo, puppet show, daily raffle, goodie bag for kids, story time, choir, ornament creation, drawing station, magic show, face painting, Elmo, Captain America and other lovable characters, pictures with Santa, etc. - November 14, 2012 - Forest of Angels Inc
The BizLynks Center Proves Collaboration Trumps Isolation for Entrepreneurs
Through Collaboration, The BizLynks Center will create synergy and opportunity in the Business Community. With the impending nationally recognized Global Entrepreneurs week, starting on Nov 12th, 2012. The Bizlynks Center exemplifies their tag line of "Work, Learn, Earn." - November 14, 2012 - The BizLynks Center
Lesley Fair, Senior Attorney, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Federal Trade Commission to Speak at KC’s "Advertising Law: What's New for 2013 and Beyond? Live Webcast"
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Lesley Fair, Senior Attorney, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Federal Trade Commission, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled Advertising Law: What's New... - November 14, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Valerie M. Caffary Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Valerie M. Caffary of Halifax, Nova Scotia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of travel. About Valerie M. Caffary Ms. Caffary has over 29 years experience in the field of travel. She is a... - November 13, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Bus to Show Nonprofit to Host Inaugural Fall Gala to Help Reduce Intoxicated Driving
Bus to Show, a nonprofit that reduces intoxicated driving by organizing bus transportation will hold gala on 11/29/12 in search of sponsors for the 2013 concert season. - November 13, 2012 - Bus to Show, Inc.
Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity Raises More Than $1 Million for Autism Speaks
Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity is excited to announce they have raised more than $1,000,000 for their philanthropic partner, Autism Speaks. Alpha Xi Delta partnered with Autism Speaks in 2009 to help raise funds and awareness for those affected by autism spectrum disorders. Since then, Alpha Xi Delta... - November 13, 2012 - Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity