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NAFA Heads Back to the Future at 2012 Institute & Expo
NAFA Fleet Management Association is proud to announce Dr. Peter Bishop and Jim Kenzie as Keynote Speakers for NAFA's 2012 Institute & Expo. - April 06, 2012 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Women’s Business Development Center Programs for April Support, Accelerate Women’s Business Ownership
Center provides a continuum of business development services to prospective and established women entrepreneurs including counseling, training, financial, certification and procurement assistance. - April 06, 2012 - Women's Business Development Center
GEF Institute’s Earth Month Facebook Contest Gives Away Online Sustainability Education
200 winners will receive enrollment in online course, Introduction to Sustainability Concepts. - April 06, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Free Webinar on Pending ASHRAE Legionella Standard 188
HC Info's Matt Freije will teach a free 60-minute webinar, "Success with ASHRAE 188P and Legionella HACCP Water Plans," on Wednesday, April 11th at 11:00am eastern. The webinar will provide an overview of the pending standard, explain six steps involved in developing the Legionella HACCP water plans it requires, discuss its likely impact on lawsuits and litigation, and take questions from the audience. - April 06, 2012 - HC Information Resources
U.S. Marines Plan Historic 600 Mile Relay Run to Raise Funds and Awareness for Fellow Wounded Warriors
The Liberty Run Marines Group, Jersey City Police Marines Association, and a group of wounded warriors will take part in a 600 plus mile relay run to raise funds and awareness for our wounded warriors and pay tribute to the sacrifices of all our veteran brothers. On the morning of April 16, 2012... - April 06, 2012 - Liberty Run Marines Group
NARI Members Jarro Building Industries Corp., of East Meadow, NY and Utica Avenue Plumbing Supply, of Brooklyn, NY, on NBC’s George to the Rescue
Two members of The National Association of the Remodeling Industry, Jarro Building Industries Corp. and Utica Avenue Plumbing, will be featured on an episode of NBC’s George to the Rescue television show. The program, which airs Saturday, April 7 at 10:00am, is hosted by George Oliphant, and... - April 06, 2012 - The National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Jeffrey Epstein, Science Philanthropist, Organizes a Global Doomsday Conference
Jeffrey Epstein, science philanthropist, organizes a global Doomsday conference to identify the greatest threats to the Earth. - April 05, 2012 - The Jeffrey Epstein Foundation
Ed Young Dallas Affirms New Medical Study, Shows Marriage as Vital for Caregiving
A new medical report reveals that married heart surgery patients tend to live longer, and suffer fewer fatal complications, than non-married patients do - affirming the high view of marriage espoused by pastor and author Ed Young. - April 05, 2012 - Ed Young
Cove Haven Resorts Selects Station Avenue Productions to Produce Entertainment, Design Special Events
Station Avenue Productions appointed by Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts to build Cove Haven entertainment brand, coordinate and produce entertainment for the popular Pocono resort and provide marketing strategy for unique events and venue promotions. Station Avenue Productions is part of The asterism* Group. - April 05, 2012 - Station Avenue Productions, part of The asterism* Group
Colorado BioScience Association Appoints Four Industry Leaders to Board of Directors
Four industry executives were named to the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) Board of Directors at its 2012 Annual All-Member Meeting. New CBSA director appointments include James Chomas, Ph.D., Founder & CEO, Surefire Medical; Scott Deeter, President & CEO, Ventria Bioscience; Brent Fassett, Partner, Cooley LLP; and Kerry Ingalls, Vice President of Colorado Operations, Amgen. - April 05, 2012 - Colorado BioScience Association
Hollywood Phenom Maurissa Tancharoen Whedon Fights Lupus
Spring Issue of Lupus Now® Magazine highlight’s how she found support through her all-star network of friends and family - April 05, 2012 - Lupus Foundation of America
Drug-Free South Brings World Health Day Celebration Home
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South participates in worldwide events to educate the community about the dangers of drugs. For World Health Day, they distributed booklets to their neighbors. - April 05, 2012 - Drug Free South
Autism Research Group Launches Non-Profit Organization to Improve Quality of Life for Individuals with Autism
The Autism Research Group announced today that its new non-profit organization places individuals with autism first by providing scientifically proven research that helps those with autism to break through barriers and improve their quality of life. - April 05, 2012 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Southern Circuit Independent Film Series Concludes with “Lunch Line”
The Chattanooga Film Society (CFS) is concluding its presentation of the Southern Circuit independent film series on Monday, April 16th with a screening of Lunch Line at Loose Cannon Parties & Events, at 1800 Rossville Avenue, in Chattanooga's south side. The film follows six kids from one of... - April 05, 2012 - Chattanooga Film Society
Derrick Williams Foundation Launches Texting Campaign to Build New Learning Center/Facility
“Determined 2 Win” facility to be built in Prince George’s County, MD in the summer of 2012. - April 05, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Douglas E. Small, Managing Director, Capstone Advisory Group LLC to Speak at KC’s FCPA Issues in 2012 Dodd-Frank & Beyond Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Douglas E. Small, Managing Director, Capstone Advisory Group LLC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FCPA Issues in 2012... - April 05, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Happy Hour at Parlor 88 South to Benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Man & Woman of the Year 2012 Southwest Missouri candidates Becky Overend (Nexstar Communications) and Seth Elloitt (Parlor 88 Lounge) are hosting a benefit event Thursday, April 5th to raise funds for The Leukemia & lymphoma Society - April 05, 2012 - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Red Power Divas Half Marathon Training Begins Saturday, May 5th; Membership Tops 1,100 as Team Races Toward the San Jose Rock ‘n’ Roll Finish Line
The Red Power Divas walking/running support group kicks off its sixth training season on Saturday, May 5th. With no fees to join and no fund raising required, the team is now more than 1,100 members strong. People of all ages, shapes, sizes, and fitness levels are invited to join the team at Campbell Park (Campbell, California) at 7:30 a.m. for orientation on May 5th. - April 05, 2012 - Building Peaceful Families
Eden Autism Services Florida Names The League Club Advocates of the Month
Award recognizes people and organizations who are advocates for autism by increasing awareness, raising funds or providing leadership in support of autism. - April 05, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Broader, Deeper, More Universal – Sercos III Specification Update V1.3 Now Available
The Sercos vendor organizations have released an update to the specification for the Sercos III Real-time Ethernet solution. - April 05, 2012 - SERCOS North America
Roller Coaster Zip Line Launches in the U.S.
The AvatarOne, Eco-Adventure Technologies’ (E.A.T.) roller-coaster zip line, will be making its U.S. launch at Florida EcoSafaris next month. Florida EcoSafaris is located at Forever Florida, an eco-tourism attraction in St. Cloud, Florida. They will be launching four new rides on April 6,... - April 04, 2012 - Eco Adventure Technologies
Swim Across America to Host Second Annual Dallas Open Water Swim Event on Saturday, June 9, 2012 at The Harbor at Lake Ray Hubbard
Swim Across America (SAA), a national non-profit organization dedicated to raising money for cancer research, prevention and treatment through swimming events throughout the country, will host its second annual open water swim event on Saturday, June 9, 2012 at The Harbor at Lake Ray Hubbard in... - April 04, 2012 - Swim Across America
William Brutocao, Of Counsel, Sheldon Mak & Anderson to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: IP & Copyright Law Best Practices in 2012 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that William Brutocao, Of Counsel, Sheldon Mak & Anderson will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: IP &... - April 04, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
The Women's Venture Fund Helps Women Entrepreneurs Thrive
Maria Otero, Founder and President of the Women's Venture Fund, testifies at the joint NYC Council Committee on Small Business Issues and the Committee on Women's Issues held last Friday, March 30, 2012 at City Hall. - April 04, 2012 - Women's Venture Fund
Atlantic City Carnival 2012
Atlantic City Carnival committee has come together to create an unforgettable event. A spectrum of color and a celebration taking place in a city known for its world class entertainment and nightlife. This festival is estimated to attract individuals from all walks of life and will be benefiting The Winston (QT) Munroe Foundation-Helping Sick Children of the Caribbean. - April 04, 2012 - Tri-State Caribbean Cultural Foundation
PrimeParentsClub.com Celebrates One Year Anniversary
Parenting site enjoys becoming premier hub of information for parents 35 and up in just one short year. - April 04, 2012 - Prime Parents Club
Brushing Your Teeth is Fun? With Help from Sesame Workshop and Local Organizations, You Bet – And Here’s a Free Kit to Help.
Children and Families Commission of Orange County Partnering with Healthy Smiles for Kids of Orange County to Distribute Sesame Street’s Free "Healthy Teeth" Dental Health Education Kits - April 04, 2012 - Children and Families Commission of Orange County
Ugly Global Water Crisis Gets a Makeover from ThirstTees
Diseased water and poor sanitation are getting a little cleaner with the help of ThirstTees, a clothing line urging everyone to “Wear Water.” - April 04, 2012 - ThirstTees
Dr. EH Yang's Research Team Awarded with NSF Grant on Pioneering Microfluidics Innovation
Digital microfluidics creates a lab-on-a-chip, enabling portable at-home medical tests. - April 04, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Danforth Plant Science Center Ranks in Top 10 Best Places to Work-Postdocs
The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center was recently ranked 8th in The Scientist Magazine's 2012 “Best Places to Work Postdocs” survey of non-tenured life scientists working in academia, industry or noncommercial research institutions. The Danforth Center employs 39 postdocs. More than... - April 04, 2012 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
The Spa Association Announces New Benefits
The Spa Association www.thespaassociation.com announces through Executive Director, Melinda Minton new benefits to members. - April 04, 2012 - The Spa Association
Charities Partner to Support First Responders
Non-profit organizations Operation Gratitude and Team Rubicon are joining forces to supply "First Responder Kits" to volunteers assisting with disaster relief. - April 04, 2012 - Operation Gratitude
Who’s Bad in Concert at OutRaleigh 2012
Who's Bad, a Michael Jackson tribute band, will be the headliner performance at the free OutRaleigh festival on May 5, 2012. - April 04, 2012 - LGBT Center of Raleigh
Pastor Pierre Bennett Reports Healings at God’s Luv International Ministries Church
Pastor Pierre Bennett, founder of God’s Luv International Ministries Church reports miracles. - April 04, 2012 - Pastor Pierre Bennett
"The DivaGirl's Guide" Hits Booksellers Today
Already acclaimed teen girl’s book maps way to “Style and Self-Respect.” - April 04, 2012 - Evoluer Image Consultants
Fibromyalgia Awareness Day Events Announced by National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association (NFMCPA)
NFMCPA announces upcoming Fibromyalgia Awareness Day events highlighting support for research for a cure and difficulties in parenting with FM. - April 03, 2012 - National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association
Red Stamp Art Gallery Presents AsAbaroK Christian Zanotto's Personal Exhibition
Red Stamp Art Gallery presents AsAbaroK Christian Zanotto's Personal Exhibition curated by Sonia Arata Critic text by Jacqueline Ceresoli From the 20th of April till the 26th of May 2012 Red Stamp Art Gallery, Rusland 22, 1012 CL Amsterdam Vernissage: Friday 20 April 2012 – 16:00 /... - April 03, 2012 - Red Stamp Art Gallery
Yamam Fadl, Compliance Officer, United States Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to Speak at New Iranian Sanctions Event
Yamam Fadl, Compliance Officer, United States Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to Speak at KC’s New Iranian Sanctions and How They Will Affect Your Business and Your Trade Compliance Program in 2012 Live Webcast - April 03, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Nancy L. Perkins, Counsel, Arnold & Porter LLP to Speak at KC’s The Dodd-Frank Act and the Red Flag Rule Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Nancy L. Perkins, Counsel, Arnold & Porter LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “The Dodd-Frank Act and the Red Flag... - April 03, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Los Lobos to Perform at Medical Society Foundation Fundraiser
The San Diego County Medical Society Foundation will host “¡Héroes de la Salud!”, the inaugural friend and fund raiser featuring multiple Grammy Award-winning Latin Rock band “Los Lobos” on April 19th. - April 03, 2012 - San Diego County Medical Society Foundation
Operation Kidsafe Free Child Safety Event in North Canton
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. - April 03, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
13 Year Old Baseball Player Making a Difference
Since his 2010 little league season, Elliot, now 13 years old, has raised more than $10,000 for the Pittsburgh Children’s Hospital Child Life Program. Elliot’s slogan is “For The Kids!” - April 03, 2012 - FTK "For The Kids!" Baseball Charity
Krav Maga Orange County Gives Specialized Self-Defense Seminar to Seniors
Krav Maga Orange County a specially developed and customized self-defense course to seniors and disabled persons. - April 02, 2012 - Krav Maga Orange County
New Online Business Networking Site Launches in Indianapolis
Businesses are already rushing to be included in the Free exclusive network that helps get their business to the top of major search engines usually within 1-2 weeks. IndianapolisBusinessNetwork.com is a business directory, business network, optimized web page, social network and referral... - April 02, 2012 - IndianapolisBusinessNetwork.com
St. Louis Scottish Community Rallies Behind Local Student; Decries District Actions
The St. Louis Scottish community and supporters have rallied behind a local student at Granite City High School who was denied the right to celebrate his cultural heritage by wearing his family kilt to prom. “The Granite City School Board decision was very disappointing,” Dr. Jim... - April 02, 2012 - St. Louis Scottish Games
Mississauga Hinduism Summit to Present Hinduism’s Science, Denigration and "Digestion"
The Hinduism Summit aims to promote an understanding about the unique science behind Hinduism concepts and practices, and provide practical guidance on living Hinduism. It also aims to unite everyone interested in Hinduism to preserve it. - April 02, 2012 - Forum for Hindu Awakening
Marshall S. Redding Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Marshall S. Redding, of Burlington, North Carolina, has recently been recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Ophthalmology. About Marshall S. Redding Dr. Marshall S. Redding is head of the Redding Eye Center, PLLC, in... - April 02, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
David M. Tauzowicz Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
David M. Tauzowicz, of Brooklyn, New York, has recently been recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Real Estate Finance. About David M. Tauzowicz David M. Tauzowicz is the President of Global World Enterprise. Mr. Tauzowicz... - April 02, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Houston Housing Authority Receives Funding from HUD to Fight Homelessness Among Veterans
The Houston Housing Authority was awarded $890,000 by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide permanent housing to Houston’s homeless veterans. The funding will allow HHA to administer an additional 150 vouchers through its HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing... - April 01, 2012 - Houston Housing Authority
June-Yi Lee, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
June-Yi Lee, Ph.D., of Honolulu, Hawaii, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and research. About June-Yi Lee, Ph.D. Dr. Lee has had more than eight years of experience as an... - April 01, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide