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IEEE ComSoc to Demo New CAPTCHA Techniques & Access Control Systems for Mobile Tablet & RFID Devices at International CES 2012 & IEEE CCNC 2012
The IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc), the leading non-profit professional organization dedicated to the advancement of global communications, will demonstrate new CAPTCHA techniques for securely downloading keys in RFID devices as well as the latest access control systems for enhancing... - November 28, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
Women's Business Development Center Receives $150,000 in Grants
New grants support services and programs that accelerate women's business ownership. - November 28, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
Cat Care Society's Santa Paws Festival is Coming to Town: December 2 and 3
The Cat Care Society (CCS) in Lakewood will hold its annual "Santa Paws Festival," Friday, December 2 and Saturday, December 3. The Santa Paws Festival is a holiday tradition at CCS, and the time when dedicated Cat Care Society volunteers show off their amazing baking skills, helping raise funds for the shelter's cat residents and programs. - November 28, 2011 - Cat Care Society
Connecticut Concert Ballet Announces 2011 Nutcracker Season Performances
Connecticut Concert Ballet continues a 37-year tradition with its announcement of performances of the full-length Nutcracker in the Hartford, CT area with guest artists from Ballet Hispanico, Mario I. Espinoza and Kimberly Van Woesik, and from Chicago, Darren McIntyre and Jennifer Grapes, most recently with the Milwaukee Ballet. - November 27, 2011 - Connecticut Concert Ballet
Local and State Human Rights Organizations Join in Tennessee Human Rights Day Celebration
Human Rights Day is set for December 7, 2011 from 4-6pm at the Downtown Public Library in Nashville. - November 26, 2011 - United for Human Rights
Michael A. Ramsay Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Michael A. Ramsay, of Dallas, Texas, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Michael A. Ramsay Dr. Michael A. Ramsay is President of the Baylor Research Institute. BRI provides... - November 26, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Melissa A. Yarrusso Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Melissa A Yarrusso, of Wilmington, Delaware, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Holistic Wellness. About Melissa A. Yarrusso Melissa A. Yarrusso is the Director and Partner of A Natural... - November 26, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Judy A. Swanson Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Judy A. Swanson, of Waialua, Hawaii, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Nursing Administration. About Judy A. Swanson Judy A. Swanson is a Nursing Administrator,... - November 26, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
NARI Chicago Remodelers Volunteer to Create New Kitchen in Schaumburg Foster Home Damaged by Fire
A group of remodelers from the Greater Chicagoland Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) recently created a new kitchen for a foster parent whose Schaumburg townhome was damaged by fire last year. Thanks to their volunteered labor and the plentiful materials donated by generous suppliers, Rich Denman and his family of foster boys now have a fully functional home again. - November 25, 2011 - NARI Chicago
More Respect for a Women's Right to a Planned Cesarean in the U. K.
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has released new cesarean guidelines as an important step in respecting maternal autonomy. Birth Trauma Canada has advocated for the recognition of planned cesareans as a legitimate birth option for childbearing women for many years. - November 25, 2011 - BTCanada
eDiscovery Journal, Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Event: eDiscovery in 2012: Social Networking, Cloud Computing, Cross Border Issues, Disclosure & Litigation
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that eDiscovery Journal will be a media partner at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “eDiscovery in 2012: Social Networking, Cloud... - November 25, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Artlightenment Takes the Stage in Its Third Annual Year at the Church of Scientology
The Artlightenment film and art festival drew hundreds in its third annual year. - November 25, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Passage Home Announces New Chief Development and Operations Officers
Karis Lovett Tompkins and Tiffany Wright Join Wake County Nonprofit Fighting Poverty and Homelessness - November 25, 2011 - Passage Home
Blanket America Provides 510 Blankets to Hurricane Irene Flooding Victims
Blanket America recently donated 510 fleece blankets to support flooding victims of Hurricane Irene in Greene County, N.Y. - November 25, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Holocaust Memorial Center to Open “The Last Goodbye” Exhibit, Dec. 4
“The Last Goodbye” highlights the rescue of tens of thousands of children from Nazi Europe in the program known as the Kindertransport. - November 25, 2011 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Souter Charitable Trust Announces US$1 Million Donation to the Against Malaria Foundation for Anti Malaria Mosquito Nets
The Souter Charitable Trust today announced a US$1 million donation to the UK charity the Against Malaria Foundation to fund long-lasting insecticide treated nets to protect people at risk from malaria. This is one of the Trust’s single largest donations to date. Betty and Brian Souter... - November 25, 2011 - Against Malaria Foundation
HeartShare Human Services and National Grid Launch Mobile Donation Campaign to Support Annual Heating Fund
Text WARM to 27722 to Donate and Support Families That Need Help Staying Warm - November 25, 2011 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
David C. Modeste Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
David C. Modeste, of Bolingbrook, Illinois, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of renewable oils. About David C. Modeste Mr. Modeste has had more than 20 years of experience in the... - November 25, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Caroline A. Chonko Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Caroline A. Chonko, Morristown, New Jersey, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Caroline A. Chonko Ms. Chonko has had 35 years of experience as a teacher. She taught... - November 25, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Joey L. Brown Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide
Joey L. Brown, of Annapolis, Maryland, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of security. About Joey L. Brown Mr. Brown has had more than five years of experience in the security field. He is... - November 25, 2011 - Strathmore Worldwide
Congresswoman Limkaichong Keynotes Dangerous Drugs Board’s 39th Anniversary
Rep. Jocelyn S. Limkaichong spoke before more than 300 officials and representatives of government and non-government organizations fighting the ills of drug abuse in the Philippines, on the occasion of the country's anti-drug abuse agency's 39th anniversary and recognition rites. Last week was Philippines' Anti-Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Week pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 124. - November 25, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong
Angelica Harris Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Angelica Harris, of Glendale, New York, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Educational Literacy. About Angelica Harris Angelica Harris is an Advocate, Public Speaker, Entrepreneur and Author. - November 25, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Lee M. Schiller Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Lee M. Schiller, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of International Packaging. About Lee M. Schiller Lee M. Schiller is the... - November 25, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Tannaz Mohseni Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Tannaz Mohseni, of San Diego, California, has recently been recognized by as a Professional of the Year in Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Financial Management. About Tannaz Mohseni Tannaz Mohseni is Chief Financial... - November 25, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Thousands of Texas Medicaid Recipients with Disabilities to Lose Access to Care
Medicaid recipients in Texas, including more than 510,000 people with disabilities, are set to lose access to care if the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) implements proposed rate cuts for therapy services. The HHSC has proposed an across the board average cut to therapy services... - November 24, 2011 - Coalition of Texans with Disabilities
Asian Business Association of Orange County Recognizes Local Businesses for their Economic Contributions to the Community
Asian Business Association of Orange County Recognizes Local Businesses for their Economic Contributions to the Community at the Breakthrough Awards Gala Night at Disneyland Hotel on November 19. Disneyland Resort receives Corporate Eagle Award for creating thousands of jobs, economic impact. - November 24, 2011 - Asian Business Association Orange County
2011 Fall Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards
Announcing the 2011 Fall Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards - November 24, 2011 - NABE (North American Bookdealers Exchange)
Women's Business Development Center's Technology Makeover Competition Offers Chance to Win Free Technology
2011 Small Business Technology Makeover Competition offers a chance to win more than $100,000 in free technology products and business services. - November 24, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
CharityBlooms.org Offers Charity Supporters a New and Unique Way to Give Back
CharityBlooms.org helps build charity revenue base by generating income whenever their supporters order flowers, gifts, floral arrangements, baskets, and other items from 1800Flowers.com. With Thanksgiving this month and Christmas holidays, CharityBlooms.org and 1800Flowers.com have partnered to create an exciting way for charities to receive a new source of revenue in these difficult economic times. - November 24, 2011 - CharityBlooms.org
Microsoft Welcomes Nimbo Into Windows Azure Circle Program
Microsoft’s Windows Azure Platform is gaining substantial traction in the platform-as-a-service (PaaS) corner of the cloud market. Nimbo works closely with Microsoft in a partnership to design business solutions leveraging a fully cloud-based solution stack. - November 24, 2011 - Nimbo
Eden Autism Services Florida Names Barbara Lindner Advocate of the Month
Award recognizes people who are advocates for autism by increasing awareness, raising funds or providing leadership in support of autism. - November 24, 2011 - Eden Autism Services Florida
NBA Stars Came Out to Shine in Support of the Lou Williams Foundation
The Lou Williams Foundation hosted an All Star caliber Pro Am exhibition game for Atlanta fans on November 19, 2011 at Atlanta Metropolitan College. - November 24, 2011 - Lou Williams
Egyptian Expatriates Condemn the Use of Violence Against Egyptian Civilians
In light of the saddening turn of events that have taken place in Egypt over the past few days, the undersigned, Egyptian Expatriates, strongly condemn the use of force to silence the voices of the people of Egypt. The recent turn of violent events in Egypt is the consequence of the growing public... - November 23, 2011 - American Egyptian Strategic Alliance
Cantcha, Inc. Launches the Catholic App iMissal in the BlackBerry App World
Cantcha, Inc. has announced today that their highly acclaimed Catholic app iMissal has been released in the BlackBerry App World. - November 23, 2011 - Cantcha, Inc.
IEEE GLOBECOM 2011 Expands Agenda of New Industry Forum & Expo
Three-Day Event Announces New Industry Technical Presentations on Cyber Security, 4G Wireless, Aerospace Power Technology, Smart Grid Renewable Energies & Radio Prototyping - November 23, 2011 - IEEE Communications Society
Rev Carl Keyes AID for America Hosts 22nd Annual Thanksgiving Boxes of Hope, Bring Happiness & Renewed Strength to Those in Need
For families in need, the holidays can be an especially difficult time. That is why AID for America is proud to be the organizer of the annual Thanksgiving Boxes of Hope effort. - November 23, 2011 - Carl Keyes Aid For America
Environmental Cleanup Technology Honored
Green Chemistry Treats Contamination Before it Reaches the Groundwater - November 23, 2011 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Carolina Panthers Charities and Charlotte Rescue Mission Partner with Samaritan’s Feet to Provide New Shoes for Homeless Guests at a Community Meal on Thanksgiving Day
Samaritan’s Feet and 200 volunteers will bring hope and new athletic shoes to 400 neighbors in the Charlotte area. Through a grant provided by the Carolina Panthers Charities, Samaritan’s Feet has partnered with the Charlotte Rescue Mission to identify men and women in need and put new... - November 23, 2011 - Samaritan's Feet International
City of Marlborough, MA Calls for Proposals to House New Senior Center
City takes steps to implement plans for new senior center. - November 23, 2011 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Judge Larry Axelrood Kicks Off Campaign for 9th Judicial Subcircuit at Event Hosted by Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl & Cook County Commissioner Larry Suffredin
Over 100 supporters gathered on Thursday, November 17 at Prairie Moon in Evanston to help Judge Larry Axelrood launch his campaign for election to the office of Cook County Judge in the 9th Subcircuit. The campaign reception was co-chaired by Cook County Commissioner Larry Suffredin and Evanston... - November 23, 2011 - Elect Judge Axelrood
BlanketAmerica.com Debuts Direct-from-Manufacturer Shower Curtains to Coordinate with Its Stock of Blankets and Throws
Blanket America is promoting its discounted shower curtains, which coordinate with many of the blankets manufacturer's other textiles for bedroom and bathroom use. - November 23, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Happy Centennial Plus to Two Oldest Jewish Resident Camps
The two oldest Jewish resident camps in the nation–both founded in 1902–will be celebrating their 110th anniversaries soon, and they’ll be throwing themselves big birthday bashes. Surprise Lake Camp in Cold Spring, New York, and Tamarack Camps in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, both... - November 23, 2011 - Surprise Lake Camp
Titusville Community Thanksgiving Service Nov. 23
The First Presbyterian Church of Titusville will host the community's annual Thanksgiving Eve service--a long-time collaboration of the village's Methodist, Catholic, and Presbyterian congregations--on Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 7:30 p.m. - November 23, 2011 - First Presbyterian Church of Titusville
Cali Blue, the Unisex Beach Fragrance on a Charitable Mission, Offers Promotional Retail Price for Holiday Shopping
Unisex ocean breeze fragrance, Cali Blue, is offering a special promotional retail price of $25.00 plus free shipping for this holiday shopping season, with 10% of sale proceeds going to build clean water wells. - November 22, 2011 - AromaEarth
TEDxSF Salons Present “SKOOL’d: Reimagining Higher Education”
TEDxSF salons present thought-provoking speakers looking at struggling contemporary institutions. On November 29, the panel will explore the need for innovation in higher education to create more affordable, accessible and relevant models for today’s world. - November 22, 2011 - TEDxSF
New Beginnings Church Launches Project H.O.O.D. with Pastor Camping on Roof of Motel
Project H.O.O.D. (Helping Others Obtain Destiny), a campaign to raise $450,000 in 21 days to purchase land for a community center on Chicago’s Southside. On Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Brooks and his New Beginnings Church Family took it to the streets and to the roof to bring light to why this community center is needed. - November 22, 2011 - New Beginnings Church of Chicago
Cat Care Society is Now a Registered Non-Profit at GivingFirst.org, Participating in the Second Annual Colorado Gives Day December 6th
Cat Care Society (CCS) has been accepted as a registered non-profit organization at GivingFirst.org, a program of the Community First Foundation, and will be participating in the second annual Colorado Gives Day on December 6. This is the second year for Colorado Gives Day and, similar to last year, processing fees will be covered by Community First Foundation, FirstBank and local foundations so that 100 percent of Colorado Gives Day donations go directly to nonprofit organizations such as CCS. - November 22, 2011 - Cat Care Society
Russell D. Deidiker Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Russell D. Deidiker, of Farmington, Missouri, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. About Russell D. Deidiker Dr. Russell D. Deidiker is Chief of Pathology at... - November 22, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Rogerio R. Castillo Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Rogerio R. Castillo, of Houston, Texas, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Information Technology. About Rogerio R. Castillo Rogerio R. Castillo is the CEO and Founder of Wailua Technology Inc. - November 22, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who
Rodger Hoppe Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Rodger Hoppe, of Ada, Oklahoma has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Construction. About Rodger Hoppe Rodger Hoppe is the Owner of H&H Construction in Ada, Oklahoma. H&H Construction... - November 22, 2011 - Strathmore Who's Who