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Patricia A. Cain, Professor of Law, Santa Clara University to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Employment Law Same Sex Marriages Legal Issues in 2012 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Patricia A. Cain, Professor of Law, Santa Clara University will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Employment Law... - July 17, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
James E. Gregory, Partner, Proskauer to Speak at KC’s International Employment Law: A 2012 Perspective Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that James E. Gregory, Partner, Proskauer will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “International Employment Law: A 2012... - July 17, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Local New Hampshire Teens to Raise Money by Playing Video Games for an Entire Weekend
Last year, the New Hampshire Charity Gamers ran a three-day "Game-A-Thon" (a video game marathon), in which all the proceeds went towards the American Diabetes Association. With only a live streaming of the video, three days worth of energy drinks, and jokes to run on, the team hunkered... - July 17, 2012 - New Hampshire Charity Gamers
POV Summer Film Series Continues July 16 with a Jonathan Demme Documentary
The Chattanooga Film Society and Mise En Scenesters are pleased to announce the second screening of the POV Summer Film Series with the documentary I’m Carolyn Parker: The Good the Mad, and the Beautiful. The film will be shown on July 16 at the Downtown Chattanooga YMCA on 301 West 6th... - July 16, 2012 - Chattanooga Film Society
The Business Women's Networking Event Promotes Better Financial Management, Nutrition and Health for Business Women
Sisters In Spirit (SIS), a local not-for-profit organization, will host "The Business Women's Networking Event for Your Professional and Personal Success" Saturday, August 11, 2012, at the historic Thurgood Marshall Center, in NW Washington DC. The event is designed to promote, healthy business finances, healthy food and improved health and wellbeing among women entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals. - July 16, 2012 - Sisters In Spirit (Not for Profit)
World’s First IT Carbon Footprinting SaaS Service Launched
New approach means organisations can accurately target and manage their IT carbon footprint - July 16, 2012 - CO2High Limited
"The Next Perfect Storm" Descends Upon Las Vegas
Patrick Bet-David, CEO of People Helping People, and Former Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum to Address Nation’s Financial Planners. - July 15, 2012 - People Helping People (PHP)
Students Gear Up for Motorsport Engineering Careers with The Smallpeice Trust
From 2nd to 5th July, thirty-five promising young engineers from across the UK benefited from a unique hands-on learning experience and gained a practical insight into the engineering principles, materials and technologies that shape the cutting edge of world professional motorsport. - July 15, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
"MAN/Kind" Curated by Artist Ricardo Francis Opens at Hudson Pride Connections Center, Jersey City, New Jersey from July 18, 2012 Through August 31, 2012
“MAN/kind” features the works of male artists Jermaine D. Clark (photography), David Antonio Cruz (video), Ricardo Osmondo Francis (painting), Edwin Gonzalez-Ojeda (painting), Shaun El C. Leonardo (drawing and installation), Ricardo Louis (photography), Ivan Monforte (photography), Levan Mindiashivilli (painting), Cristian Tonhaiser (photography), and Mark Vinsun (painting). who explore, redefine, and challenge the standard social definitions of masculinity. - July 15, 2012 - LeonidesArts New York Gallery
Students Get Mobile in Cardiff with The Smallpeice Trust
From 2nd to 5th July, forty teenagers from across the UK had the unique opportunity to explore the engineering behind modern mobile communications at Cardiff University. - July 15, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
Innovative Non-Profit Selected as Top 5 Finalist "Best New Charity"
The Spine Health Foundation was nominated and selected as a Top 5 Finalist from 2,400 nominations. They are asking the public to help them move forward to the next level by casting their vote online. Until July 26th, the public can cast their vote for their favorite charitable organization in various categories, based on a specific region in the U.S. - July 15, 2012 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
The Kids Food Festival™ Partners with Cooking Light to Educate Families About Making Balanced Food Choices
The Kids Food Festival™, a premier family-oriented food event, and Cooking Light, the nation’s leading epicurean magazine brand, announced today a partnership to educate families about making balanced food choices through an expanded event series. The new series, The Kids Food... - July 15, 2012 - Kids Food Festival, LLC
New License Plates Promote “Sharing the Road” for Bicycles, Cars
A new specialty license plate promoting the need for motorists and bicyclists to “Share the Road” has debuted on Illinois streets. The turquoise plate has the silhouette of a bicyclist along with a simulated yellow caution “Share the Road” street sign. The text: "Same... - July 15, 2012 - League of Illinois Bicyclists
Well-Known and Loved Music and Stories Recorded Live at Firehouse
Three free performances by local violinist and storyteller Swil Kanim - July 15, 2012 - HonorWorks
Community Art Project Captures Bay Culture at July 28 Chesapeake Folk Festival
“Stepping Out of the Boat” is the theme of a special community art project highlighting the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s (CBMM) July 28 Chesapeake Folk Festival in St. Michaels, MD. The hands-on sculpture project is partially sponsored by the Talbot County Arts Council, with... - July 15, 2012 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Homegrown Lacrosse Leadership Development Program Enters Sixth Year
Providing high school lacrosse players with the opportunity to build their leadership skills since 2007, Twin Cities nonprofit, Homegrown Lacrosse’ Leadership Development Program (L.D.P.) is entering its sixth year. Sponsored by the Minnesota Lacrosse Association (MLA), more than 250 program... - July 15, 2012 - Homegrown Lacrosse
Jingle Bells: It’s Christmas in July at Kenneth Hahn Park
Cooking with Gabby joins California State Assembly Member Holly Mitchell for "Christmas in July!" Saturday, July 14th, 2012. - July 14, 2012 - Cooking With Gabby
Robert D. Laurie, Partner, Seiger Gfeller Laurie LLP to Speak at KC’s Cyber Insurance: What You Need to Know in 2012 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Robert D. Laurie, Partner, Seiger Gfeller Laurie LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Cyber Insurance: What You Need to... - July 14, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Foundation for a Drug-Free South Halting Rampant Drug Abuse
Active in drug education and prevention throughout the year, the Foundation for a Drug-Free South participated in the United Nations Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. - July 14, 2012 - Drug Free South
“Haircuts for Autism” at Indulgence Salon Benefits Eden Autism Services
Cut-a-thon and raffles will benefit Fort Myers school for children with autism. - July 14, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
NAFA Webinar Focuses on the Best Practices for Improving Driver Behavior
NAFA Fleet Management Association presents a webinar to offer tips for fleet managers to help change their drivers' behavior so that better driving becomes the norm. Better drivers are safer drivers who will actually help companies save money on fuel as well. - July 14, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
No Time to Wait for Superman: Educators Prepare to Canvass the Country to Identify What Works in American Schools
Odyssey Initiative will discover and share the practices that exemplary schools and teachers use to inform the development of new schools for historically disadvantaged communities. They believe that an increased national awareness of the best practices and strategic planning of effective teachers will raise the quality of the discussion surrounding education policy as well as our level of achievement nationwide. - July 14, 2012 - Odyssey Initiative
Dr. Barry K. Douglas Joins The Maurer Foundation Board of Directors
The Maurer Foundation, a Long Island breast health education non-profit, is pleased to welcome Dr. Barry K. Douglas as a new member of the foundation's Board of Directors. Dr. Barry K. Douglas has been with the Long Island Plastic Surgical Group since 1991. Dr. Douglas is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate... - July 13, 2012 - The Maurer Foundation
REMA Commends the CFTC's Ruling on the Swap Definition for Nonfinancial Commodities
Renewable energy trade association praises the inclusion of RECs in the forward contract exclusion. - July 13, 2012 - Renewable Energy Markets Association
University Publication Eyes Impact of Recession on Uganda Population
Pathways Article Discusses Effect That the Worldwide Recession Will Have on the Ugandan Population Which Is among the Poorest in the World - July 13, 2012 - Engeye
Paul Koppel, Attorney, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP to Speak at KC’s The Impact of Dodd-Frank Act on Executive Compensation: A 2012 Perspective Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Paul Koppel, Attorney, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Impact of Dodd-Frank Act... - July 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
James E. Looper, Jr., Partner with Hall Booth Smith & Slover, P.C to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Medical Malpractice Explored Live Webcast on July 31, 2012
James E. Looper, Jr., Partner, Hall Booth Smith & Slover, P.C will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Medical Malpractice Explored Live Webcast.” This 2 - hour event is scheduled on July 31, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. For more information... - July 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Houston Housing Authority and Houston Community College Partnership Provide Free Classes to Residents
Houston Housing Authority and Houston Community College have partnered to offer public housing residents free post-secondary training, including adult literacy classes, ESL and career readiness and placement classes. This partnership is a watershed moment in the expansion of HHA’s... - July 13, 2012 - Houston Housing Authority
Substance Abuse Counseling Certification and Recertification Offered by AIHCP
The American Institute of Health Care Professionals has recently announced the availability of certification programs for professionals who want to become substance abuse and addiction counselors. Recertification programs are also available for those who want to take advantage of continuing... - July 13, 2012 - Aihcp
Carolina Designer Craftsmen Guild Hosts 43rd Annual Fine Designer Crafts Show
Annual Fair Promotes Fine Crafts, Encourages Creativity and Recognizes Artists Throughout the Southeast. - July 13, 2012 - Carolina Designer Craftsman Guild
Smallpeice Trust Electronic Engineering Course Causes Buzz Amongst Teenagers
From 26th June to 29th June, sixty eight teenagers from across the UK enjoyed a unique learning experience at the University of Portsmouth with an electronic engineering course from the Smallpeice Trust. - July 13, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
GOAL to Host a Webinar on “State of the LPO Market-Current Trends, Viability and Adoption Rates”
Agenda - Identifying the primary drivers behind legal outsourcing for: In-house counsel and Law firms. Examining recent trends in the type of services being outsourced: Practice or administrative support functions; Legal processes; Specialized legal services. - July 13, 2012 - Global Outsourcing Association of Lawyers
Hall Booth Smith & Slover, P.C Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “Legal Series: Medical Malpractice Explored Live Webcast”
Hall Booth Smith & Slover, P.C Sponsored The Knowledge Group upcoming webcast entitled “Legal Series: Medical Malpractice Explored Live Webcast.” This event will be held on July 31, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. For more information, feel free to visit the event homepage... - July 13, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
3rd Annual New Jersey Walks for TS is All About Anti-Bullying Awareness
This year’s walk, to support the statewide education outreach programs of the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome & Associated Disorders, will take place on Saturday, November 3, rain or shine. - July 12, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Milliman, Inc. Sponsors Knowledge Congress' Event on Legal Series: Medical Malpractice Explored Live Webcast
Milliman, Inc., teams up with The Knowledge Group for the webcast on July 31, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET entitled “Legal Series: Medical Malpractice Explored Live Webcast.” For more information about this event and to register, please visit the event homepage (copy/paste the link... - July 12, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Charles W. Mitchell, Consulting Actuary, Milliman, Inc. to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Medical Malpractice Explored Live Webcast
Charles Mitchell, Consulting Actuary with Milliman, Inc. will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ event entitled: “Legal Series: Medical Malpractice Explored Live Webcast,” on July 31, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. For more info, please visit the event homepage (copy/paste the... - July 12, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Justin V. Shur, Partner, Molo Lamken LLP to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Legal Series: White Collar Crime Enforcement Issues Live Webcast on July 17, 2012
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced that Justin V. Shur, Partner with Molo Lamken LLP will speak at “Legal Series: White Collar Crime Enforcement Issues Live Webcast,” scheduled on July 17, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. For more... - July 12, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Molo Lamken LLP Named Sponsor at KC's event on “Legal Series: White Collar Crime Enforcement Issues Live Webcast”
Molo Lamken LLP, one of the world's most prominent law firms, teams up with The Knowledge Group for the upcoming 2 - hour webcast entitled “Legal Series: White Collar Crime Enforcement Issues Live Webcast,” which will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. To... - July 12, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Michael N. Fine, Attorney, McDermott Will & Emery to Speak at KC Event: "Changes to Hospital Tax Exemption: Best Practices Under Section 501(r) Live Webcast"
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Michael N. Fine, Attorney, McDermott Will & Emery, will speak at a 2-hour webcast. Title of Event: “Changes to Hospital Tax Exemption: Best... - July 12, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Portland Business Journal Names NW Navigator Luxury Coaches as One of 2012’s 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies
Northwest Navigator a Luxury Motorcoach Company is named as one of the fastest growing private companies in Portland, OR. - July 12, 2012 - Northwest Navigator Luxury Motorcoaches
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Plans 2012-2013 Program Series
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council is meeting this week to plan the 2012-2013 program schedule of meetings. - July 12, 2012 - Religion Communicators Council
Art in the Zoo by Artists in the Park
Art in the Zoo by Artists in the Park (AIP). At Trailside Museums and Zoo - Children of all ages can sculpt clay, paint and draw in the beautiful and inspirational setting of Trailside. Saturday, July 28, 2012 (rain date July 29) - Beginning at 11:00 a.m. - July 12, 2012 - Artists in the Parks
Mary Kathryn Schoneck-Rachuy Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Mary Kathryn Schoneck-Rachuy of Stillwater, Minnesota has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Mary Kathryn Schoneck-Rachuy Ms. Schoneck-Rachuy has over 25 years experience in... - July 12, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Gary N. Shoemaker Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Mr. Gary N. Shoemaker of Uniontown, Ohio has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of construction. About Gary N. Shoemaker Mr. Shoemaker has over 30 years experience in the field of construction. - July 12, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Andre Laperriere Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Mr. André Laperrière of Washington, D.C. has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of global environmental issues. About André Laperrière Mr. André... - July 12, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
YourCause Enhances Existing Volunteer Platform, Adds Skills-Based Volunteering to CSRconnect
New volunteering feature allows users to establish a skill profile, and create/search volunteer opportunities with specific skills. - July 12, 2012 - YourCause, LLC
KOSBE/TSBDC’s Aundrea Y. Wilcox Appointed to 2012 TNCPE Board of Examiners
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) are proud to announce, Aundrea Y. Wilcox, MBA, executive director, of the Office of Small Business for the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce has... - July 12, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Free Wheelchair Mission named Regional Finalist for 2012 CLASSY Award: Charity of the Year
Free Wheelchair Mission has been named a regional finalist for the 2012 CLASSY Charity of the Year. - July 12, 2012 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Good Shepherd Academy First-Grade Teacher is a NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Educator of the Year
Anita Riccardelli, nominated by 2nd-grade student Erin Miskell and her parents for Riccardelli’s exceptional work in and out of the classroom, is one of two educator award winners this year. - July 11, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Free Wheelchair Mission Named Regional Finalist for 2012 CLASSY Award: Health and Well Being
Free Wheelchair Mission has been named as a regional finalist for the 2012 CLASSY awards for the category of Health and Well Being. - July 11, 2012 - Free Wheelchair Mission