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Seeing America at Ten Miles an Hour Brings Together Team of Wounded Warriors
On Memorial Day, 14 disabled veterans will leave San Francisco to cross America by bicycle in World T.E.A.M. Sports' Sea to Shining Sea ride, learning about the country for which they stood tall to defend and meeting Americans city by city. - May 27, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Global Creative Icon will.i.am Announced for World-First Collaboration at Vivid Sydney
Deputy Premier Andrew Stoner has announced today that global creative icon will.i.am will join a stellar line-up of international artists, musicians, and thought leaders appearing at Vivid Sydney 2012. As Director of Creative Innovation for Intel, will.i.am will participate in Vivid Sydney on a... - May 27, 2012 - Vivid Sydney
Ralph Macchio to MC The Maurer Foundation’s Pink Diamond Dinner on Saturday, June 16th at Villa Lombardi’s, Holbrook, NY
Ralph Macchio, Long Islander and acclaimed actor, will be performing the honor of Master of Ceremonies at this year’s Maurer Foundation Pink Diamond Dinner. Macchio is best known for his lead role in The Karate Kid (1984) and his role in My Cousin Vinny (1992). He recently appeared in Dancing... - May 27, 2012 - The Maurer Foundation
Gary Shapiro, CEO of Consumer Electronics Show, to Keynote Western Washington Summit 2012
West Sound Technology Association (WSTA) presents "Western Washington Summit 2012: Innovation and Leadership" on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Kitsap Conference Center at Harborside in Bremerton, Washington. This event will bring together leaders and... - May 27, 2012 - West Sound Technology Association
Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month Spotlight Falls on Practicum Program at Rutgers
Developed by the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome more than a decade ago, the program utilizes graduate student clinicians to help individuals and families coping with TS. - May 27, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Cape Cod Condo Forum and Expo Set for June 23 in Hyannis
The New England Chapter of Community Associations Institute (CAINE) is holding its annual Cape Cod Condo Forum and Expo on June 23, 2012 at the Holiday Inn in Hyannis, MA from 8:00am - 2:30pm. The day long program for condominium owners, board members, trustees and managers includes topical... - May 27, 2012 - Community Associations Institute - New England Chapter
Altria Group Joins 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride as a Sponsor
Richmond, Virginia-based manufacturing company Altria Group has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military. The ride begins May 28. - May 27, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
One Universe, One People: Universalflag.com Connects Citizens of the World
The Universal Flag Peace Movement strives to awaken human consciousness and spread awareness of the interconnection between all people - May 26, 2012 - Universalflag.com
Relief 2.0: 1 Year After - Photo Exhibit Will be at Rosarito Art Fest 2012
Photos from Tsunami stricken areas in Japan will be on display in Rosarito Mexico. - May 26, 2012 - Relief 2.0
Abu Dhabi to Host Arab Pediatric Pulmonology Association 3rd Annual Congress Event Alongside Sheikh Khalifa Medical City’s Pediatric Update 2012
Abu Dhabi is set to host in November the 3rd Annual Congress of the Arab Pediatric Pulmonologist Association (APPA) for the first time in the UAE alongside the 3rd Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) Pediatric Update. - May 26, 2012 - Synovetics
Huntington Bank Sponsors 9th Annual Grand Rapids Young Professionals Golf Outing
Grand Rapids Young Professionals (GRYP) is hosting its 9th Annual Golf Outing at Thornapple Pointe Golf Club on Thursday, June 14, from 11:45-7:00 pm. Sponsored by Huntington Bank, the annual event will help fund GRYP events and operations for the coming year. The afternoon starts with an open... - May 26, 2012 - Grand Rapids Young Professionals
World T.E.A.M. Sports Welcomes GM as a Sponsor of 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride
GM Fleet and Commercial Operations (FCO) has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military, beginning May 28. - May 26, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Amtrak and Green Education Foundation Announce Green in Action Winner
Thomas Prince School Stands Out in National Contest Calling on K-12 Schools to Implement Sustainability Initiatives - May 26, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Book Launching for Preparation for Winners: Success for Life, by Michele J. Alexander
In this manuscript, Michele J. Alexander, provides readers with a clear, concise perspective of pageantry and the preparation steps one must take to be successful in competitions. She has been involved with the pageant industry since 1993, as the mother of a very successful contender, pageant coach... - May 26, 2012 - WinACrown
Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee Celebrated "End of School Year Bash" with $10,000 New Clothing Donation from CSX and Dignity U Wear
The 2012 “End of School Year Bash” was held yesterday at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee’s Andrew Jackson Clubhouse at 916 16th Avenue, and had special meaning for many of the area youth served. The organization received new clothing, part of a $10,000 donation made... - May 26, 2012 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
Dare To Dream Student Leadership Conference Showcases Determination of New Jersey Teenagers
Middle school and high school students with Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders learn about life, college, self-advocacy and more. - May 26, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
"College 101" Breakout Session a Big Hit with Students at Dare To Dream Student Leadership Conference
Rutgers University students share tips with New Jersey middle schoolers and high schoolers on how to transition from high school to college. - May 26, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Luau Benefiting the Stanislaus Health Foundation
Dr. Lars and Mrs. Sabrina Enevoldsen will be hosting a Luau, June 23, at their beautiful private Modesto home to benefit the Stanislaus Health Foundation. - May 26, 2012 - Stanislaus Health Services Agency
PIH Reaches out to Retired Baby Boomers to Fill Volunteer Needs
Volunteering offers Boomers the opportunity to continue to use their professional skills for the benefit of their community hospital. - May 26, 2012 - Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital
Big Island GLBT Pride Festival Announced for July in Kona
Announcing the 2012 Big Island Pride Festival, Sunday July 22nd from 10:00AM - 2:00PM at Kamakahonu Beach/Ahu’ena Heiau (the Luau Grounds of Courtyard at King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel). After an absence of several years this island-wide event once again brings together the Big... - May 25, 2012 - Big Island Pride Festival
Desert Rose Design Awarded Nation’s Top 500 Diverse-Owned Business for 2012
Desert Rose Design, a full service agency offering both integrated marketing and web application development and located in Lombard, Illinois, was selected as one of the Top Businesses in the United States by DiversityBusiness.com. DiversityBusiness.com, the nation’s leading... - May 25, 2012 - Desert Rose Design
IEEE Week Proclaimed from June 10 – 15, 2012 in Ottawa, Canada
Canada’s beautiful capital city of Ottawa has proclaimed June 10 – 15, 2012 as IEEE Week to coincide with the IEEE International Conference on Communications (ICC 2012), which will be held on the same dates at the newly-opened, $170 million Ottawa Convention Centre. Themed... - May 25, 2012 - IEEE Communications Society
Team Good Sign to Raise Awareness and Funds for St. Jude's Children's Hospital
Team Good Sign member Josh Stokes will be riding bicycle 3000 miles, on June 12, 2012 to raise money for St. Jude's Children's Hospital. - May 25, 2012 - Team Good Sign
Lawyers Waddle Up to Help Save Local Park
Heeding the cry of a small child, “Don’t let them take away our duck pond,” the Encino Lawyers Association members are taking action to save Los Encinos State Historic Park from closure due to ongoing State budget cuts. “This park is important, not only because of its... - May 25, 2012 - Encino Lawyers Assn
Chicago Area Child Care Business Owners Can Attend 14th Annual Child Care Business Expo at Reduced Prices
Women’s Business Development Center Lowers Prices for Child Care Business Owners - May 25, 2012 - Women's Business Development Center
NAFA Webinar Helps Fleet Managers Take Control of Fuel Costs
On Wednesday, May 30th, NAFA Fleet Management Association takes a look at the problem of rising fuel costs in "Getting Control of Fuel Costs" - a webinar for fleet managers. - May 25, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Penske Truck Rental Joins 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride as a Sponsor
Penske Truck Rental has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military. - May 25, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation Names Newest Trustee
The R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation is proud to announce Elizabeth Richter as a Trustee. Elizabeth is the next generation in the Richter family in Supply Chain Management. Elizabeth recently graduated from West Virginia University and works in Procurement at Kohl’s Department Stores... - May 25, 2012 - R. Gene and Nancy D. Richter Foundation
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and American Standard Announce Green in Action Winner
Marist School Shines in Nationwide Contest Calling on K-12 Schools to Implement Sustainability Initiatives - May 25, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Senate Candidate, Don Krampe Climbs Mount Whitney
With less than two weeks until the California Primary Election, Donald Krampe, the 83 year old candidate for U.S. Senate is scheduled to climb Mount Whitney, the highest summit in the contiguous United States. He will begin the 22 mile hike to the 14,500 foot summit on Thursday, with plans to... - May 25, 2012 - Don Krampe for Senate Committee
Xclaimed Ministries Helping the Community
Over 100 children received free toys and 10 children won brand new bicycles. The ministry provides these free events as part of its main outreach. Everyone in attendance receives a free cooked meal which consists of a cheeseburger, bag of chips and bottled water. - May 24, 2012 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Operation KidSafe Free Child Safety Program Naperville, IL
Latest all digital equipment will be on site. Same type that is used by the FBI. No need to bring anything. Just bring the kids. No personal information will be taken. - May 24, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
The British Virgin Islands Partners with the Island of the Month Club for 2013
The Island of the Month Club continues to expand its exotic island partnerships. Beginning in 2013, the Island of the Month Club and the BVI Tourism Board will be coordinating and delivering island events together to private yacht clubs across America. This new partnership works in the best... - May 24, 2012 - Island of the Month Club
Online Magazine Launches Digital Media Internship and Mentoring Program for New York City 11th and 12th Grade Teen Girls
Tiffany Crawford, Editor at theCorporateGoddess.com, HuffPo Blogger, and acclaimed Speaker announced today that she is launching an internship and mentoring program for NYC Teens. 30 high school Sophomores and Juniors from NYC Public Schools will be chosen through an application process, requiring a writing sample. If you’d like to learn more information about this program or to apply please send an email request to girlsrock@thecorporategoddess.com. - May 24, 2012 - Tiffany Shenelle, LLC on behalf of The Corporate Goddess
Lawrence Wu, Senior Vice President, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at KC’s Perspectives on Innovation, Information Exchange, and Antitrust in a Global Context
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Lawrence Wu, Senior Vice President, NERA Economic Consulting will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Perspectives on Innovation,... - May 24, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
MBEConnect and MAMSDC Create a Magazine to Highlight the Diverse Business Community
MAMSDC and MBEConnect have created an issue of MBEConnect Profiles magazine exclusively devoted to one of the regional affiliates of the National Minority Supplier Development Council and its certified minority-owned businesses and corporate members. - May 24, 2012 - MBEConnect
NCIA’s Federal Criminal Sentencing Database Secures Major Reductions in Prison Time
The National Center on Institutions and Alternatives, working in tandem with defense attorneys, has used a comprehensive database of federal criminal cases to achieve downward sentencing reductions for defendants. This effort ensures that courts are presented with all relevant information when deciding upon an appropriate and constant sentence. - May 24, 2012 - National Center on Institutions & Alternatives
Brown Shoe Company and Famous Footwear Join the 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride as Sponsors
Global consumer footwear company Brown Shoe Company and their Famous Footwear retail stores have joined as sponsors of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military. - May 24, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Learn American Sign Language (ASL) at Fusion in Wilton Manors for Free
You are invited to attend a free 6 Week Course beginning May 9th on American Sign Language (ASL) hosted by Fusion in Wilton Manors. - May 24, 2012 - Fusion of Wilton Manors
Bernice A. King, Daughter of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King, Will Attend Book Signing Event at Her Father’s Memorial
Eastern National is proud to announce that Bernice A. King, daughter of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King, will be present for a book signing event to be held at the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial, located at 1964 Independence Avenue, Southwest, Washington, DC. The event... - May 24, 2012 - Eastern National
Premium Restaurant Brands Selects Energy Advantage Inc. to Conduct a Total Energy and Environmental Management Assessment Across Its Mexican Restaurants Chains
Energy Advantage Inc., a global leader in providing total energy and environmental management services, is pleased to announce Premium Restaurant Brands (PRB) has selected Energy Advantage to complete a benchmark assessment of its Mexican restaurants chains, KFC and Pizza Hut. Energy Advantage will... - May 24, 2012 - Energy Advantage Inc.
Chesapeake Folk Festival Celebrates Bay’s Hidden Treasures This July 28
Come to St. Michaels on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and discover the Chesapeake’s hidden gems from 10am to 5pm on Saturday, July 28 at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s (CBMM) 5th Annual Chesapeake Folk Festival. This celebration of the Bay’s people, arts, work, and bounty... - May 24, 2012 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Stevens Researchers Advance Innovative Lab-in-a-Fiber Research Frontier
Dr. Du and Dr. Sukhishvili’s collaboration wins grant from the National Science Foundation. - May 24, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Friends of Karen Receives Entergy Corporation Grant for Families in Need
Friends of Karen, a children’s charity, has received a $15,000 grant from Entergy Corporation to help families with a critically-ill child. This is the fifth consecutive year that Entergy has recognized the terrible toll that families have to pay when caring for a child with cancer or another... - May 24, 2012 - Friends of Karen
A Gathering of Young Men Launches Annual Freedom Run for Juneteenth
A Gathering of Young Men is launching an annual Freedom Run, to be held each year around the Juneteenth celebration in Nashville, TN. - May 24, 2012 - Gathering of Young Men
IncomeAtHome Major Training Event Wraps Up in Chicago
Featuring two power-packed days of group meetings and hands-on training sessions. - May 23, 2012 - IncomeAtHome.com
The Francis P. and Mary J. Brennan Memorial Lecture “Every Four Years: Presidential Elections and American History” Presented by Sol Gittleman, Ph.D.
The Annual Brennan Lecture, sponsored by the Winchester Seniors Association and the Winchester Council on Aging, will be held on Wednesday, May 23 at 7 p.m. in the Pond Room. The topic of Dr. Sol Gittleman’s lecture is “Every Four Years: Presidential Elections and American... - May 23, 2012 - Winchester Town of COA
Florida Literacy Coalition Announces Annual State Literacy Award Winners
Three individuals and two organizations were honored at the Florida Literacy Awards Banquet for their excellence in literacy service. - May 23, 2012 - Florida Literacy Coalition
MOM Brands™ Joins The Sustainability Consortium
MOM Brands™ today announced its membership in The Sustainability Consortium (TSC), an independent global organization that creates sustainability standards for consumer products. The Consortium is made up of 90 members including retailers, suppliers, non-profits and government... - May 23, 2012 - The Sustainability Consortium
BNY Mellon Joins 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride as Sponsor
BNY Mellon, the global leader in investment management and investment services, has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military. - May 23, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports