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IMC Clubs Begins New Weekly Internet Radio Program
IMC “Radio 5” features Jason Blair, Executive Director of NAFI, National Association of Flight Instructors - February 09, 2012 - IMCClubs.org
Critical Illness Insurance Claimants Sought for Awareness Campaign
The American Association for Critical Illness Insurance is seeking to hear from insurance agents whose clients have recently received claim benefits as a result of owning critical illness insurance protection. - February 09, 2012 - American Association for Critical Illness Insurance
Chaine des Rotisseurs at Restaurant Mazzi in Lancaster, PA
Chaine des Rotisseurs, Lancaster Bailliage holds its holiday dinner at restaurant Mazzi. New member induction ceremony will be held 12 March 2012. Mid-Atlantic Young Chef's competition to be held 11 March, 2012 in York, PA. - February 09, 2012 - Chaine des Rotisseurs
Yuri’s Night Opens Party Registration for 2012
Yuri’s Night, the World Space Party, has officially opened registration for 2012 Yuri’s Night events and parties. Building on the 2012 Yuri’s Night theme of "Make an Impact," this year promises to offer more events in more places throughout the world and in... - February 09, 2012 - Yuri's Night
Pets in the Classroom Grant Program Helps Students with Special Needs
Green Chimneys staff see positive impact resulting from 10 classroom aquariums funded by the Pet Care Trust’s Pets in the Classroom Grant Program. - February 09, 2012 - Pet Care Trust
Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Youth Talk Coming to Ohio University Lancaster on February 11
Learn about the causes of sudden cardiac arrest in youth and what you can do to help a child in need. - February 09, 2012 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
Chattanooga Film Society Continues the Southern Circuit Independent Film Series with "The Toe Tactic"
The Chattanooga Film Society is holding a screening of the independent film "The Toe Tactic" and a Q and A session with the director of the film will follow. - February 08, 2012 - Chattanooga Film Society
Inner City and At-Risk Youth Across the Country Hit the Slopes
This weekend inner-city and at-risk youth from across the country were buckling and lacing up their ski and snowboard boots for their first day on the slopes. Thanks to a collaboration of snow sport organizations from coast to coast, more than 300 disadvantaged children and teens experienced the... - February 08, 2012 - SkiDUCK: Skiing and Snowboarding for Disabled and Underprivileged Children and older Kids
Canadians Will Benefit from National Sarcoidosis Organization's Efforts
National Sarcoidosis Organization is Canadian based and has put forth the efforts to bring awareness and research about this disease to be more local in Canada. There are few to no resources in Canada and it is their mission to change that through offering support, awareness, resources and provide funds to medical research in our Canadian Medical research departments. The hope is to work with others in Canada as to helping with awareness and bring together fundraising efforts. - February 08, 2012 - National Sarcoidosis Organization
Nominate Blankets and Throws Merchant Blanket America for a Service Review at STELLAService.com
Blanket America, a blankets producer and charitable retailer, is encouraging its clientele to nominate it for a customer service review at consumer site STELLAService.com. - February 08, 2012 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Blog Parents Chime in About New York Students with Tourette Syndrome-Like Symptoms
TSParentsOnline asks parents from all over the country for their opinion on this hot-button case, and they have responded. - February 08, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Rapsodic Offers Music as an Alternative to Violence in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Rapsodic announces the launch of their website and campaign to start a community based program to supply low income children with musical instruments and Hamilton County classrooms with much needed supplies. The goal of the organization is to involve children in music at an early age, and providing... - February 08, 2012 - Rapsodic
CT REIA Announces February 2012 Real Estate Investing Seminar with Business Automation Expert Zack Childress
On February 13, 2012, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with Zack Childress in Cromwell, CT. Attendees will learn how to automate their real estate business. - February 08, 2012 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Sustainable Demonstration Project at Scotland Yards Golf Club Taking Shape
Audubon Lifestyles is coordinating the project at the Scotland Yards Golf Club which is aimed at implementing sustainable management practices on a golf facility. - February 08, 2012 - ISC-Audubon
CEIL’s GOVgreen Wins #11 on Expo Magazine’s Top 25; Improves Green Performance
GOVgreen 2011 named to fastest growing trade show list and substantially improves sustainability performance over 2010. - February 08, 2012 - Center for Environmental Innovation and Leadership (CEIL)
2012 “Champions of Diversity” Announced
Some of the remarkable leaders joining this year’s list include Terry Lundgren, President & CEO of Macy’s, Floyd Pitts, S.V.P. & CDO of American Red Cross, Marion Gross, Vice President at McDonald's USA and Indra Nooyi, President & CEO of Pepsico Inc. - February 08, 2012 - DiversityBusiness.com
SWACHA Survey Uncovers Potential for Debit and Credit Card Issuers to Attract Customers with Appealing Loyalty Programs
Even though many banks scaled back or even eliminated debit and credit card rewards programs in 2011, many consumers are still searching for ways to make purchases and get a few extra perks in the process. A recent survey of more than 600 Texans by Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest regional... - February 08, 2012 - SWACHA
Go to the Vegetarian Festival, Win a One-Week Vegan Sailing Vacation
“Vegan” isn’t just about eating anymore. It applies to clothing, bath products, stationery items, and now even sailing the seas. With the second annual New York City Vegetarian Food Festival just one month away, organizers announced recently that all festival-goers will have a... - February 08, 2012 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Historic Conference Held by the Black Ivy Alumni League Premier Black Ivy League Organization to Host Inaugural Conference in Miami
The Black Ivy Alumni League (BIAL) America’s premier organization bringing together black students and alumni from all eight Ivy League schools, is hosting its inaugural National Conference entitled “A 21st Century Re-education” The conference will take place at the Fontainebleau... - February 08, 2012 - The Black Ivy Alumni League
Marin Services for Women is Closing Its Doors
Venerable Marin institution ceases operations due to financial difficulties. - February 07, 2012 - Marin Services for Women
UCP Becomes the Fiscal Sponsor of the Blake Institute of Technology Foundation
The Blake Institute of Technology Foundation partners with the business community to create/provide internships in the Information Technology and Computer Science arena along with offering real life work experience to inner city high school students, physically handicapped, veterans and the hearing impaired to inspire them to reach their maximum potential and become significant contributors to society. - February 07, 2012 - United Charitable Programs
Paul Luehr, Managing Director and Chief Privacy Officer, Stroz Friedberg to Speak at KC’s Legal Series: Data Privacy and Social Media Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Paul Luehr, Managing Director and Chief Privacy Officer, Stroz Friedberg will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Legal Series: Data... - February 07, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
'Stache Dash Running Race Celebrates Entrepreneurs
This for entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs event will benefit local microfinance organization, Opportunity Fund. - February 06, 2012 - Picnic Dash Productions
IEEE GLOBECOM 2012 Invites Communications Professionals Worldwide to Experience the Magic of Disney from December 3 – 7 in Anaheim, California
“Call for Papers” Ends March 15 for Premier International Event to be held at the Disneyland Hotel Located Moments from Downtown Disneyland & the Disneyland Theme & Adventure Parks. - February 06, 2012 - IEEE Communications Society
Children’s Advocate Commissions Investigation Into Drowning of St. Andrew College Students
The Office of the Children’s Advocate (OCA), under the direction of the Children’s Advocate Diahann Gordon-Harrison, today February 6, 2012, commissioned an investigation into the drowning of 15 year old Shane Burke and 16 year old Demel Osbourne. The boys who are students of St. Andrew... - February 06, 2012 - Office of The Children's Advocate
Team Link Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Seminar with Master Marco Alvan
Master Marco Alvan will cover all aspects of ground fighting and self defense taught with in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. - February 06, 2012 - Team Link Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Emerald Brand Tree Free Tissue Products Receive Canopy Rating
Bagasse-made Tissues are First-of-Kind in Canopy Database - February 06, 2012 - Paradigm Group
Dori Ann Hanswirth, Partner, Hogan Lovells to Speak at KC’s Significant Changes in Advertising Law 2012 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Dori Ann Hanswirth, Partner, Hogan Lovells will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Significant Changes in Advertising Law 2012 Live... - February 06, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Annual Autism Gala Presents Community Leaders with Service Awards
On Saturday, January 21, 2012, Eden Autism Services’ held its 24th annual Eden Dreams white-tie dinner gala at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. The event featured the presentation of the Friends of Eden Award to longtime Eden supporters Munich Re, 2012 Guardian Award and Gerard J. Fennelly of NAI... - February 05, 2012 - Eden Autism Services
Detroit’s COBO Center Hosted the 2012 North American International Auto Show Under New Induction Lighting
EverLast® Lighting Fixtures Impress North American International Auto Show Guests in Detroit - February 05, 2012 - Full Spectrum Solutions
World Renowned Architect and Inventor Michael Reynolds to Lecture in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is one of the most toxic, blighted, and unemployed cities in America. In response to this growing crisis, Yeadon based nonprofit LoveLovingLove Inc. has been working for over three years to bring an “Earthship” to the ailing city. In April, they will be one step closer. - February 05, 2012 - LoveLovingLove Inc
Samaritan’s Feet Partners with Grammy Award-Winning Songwriter Gordon Chambers
Recording Artist Gordon Chambers and Music Cares – Charlotte Partner with Barefoot Entertainment to Provide Shoes of Hope for Children in Need - February 05, 2012 - Samaritan's Feet International
Three Americans Embark on a 7,000 Mile, 2 Year Journey Across Africa for Clean Water
Non-profit organization Walking4Water makes an unprecedented journey to bring awareness and resources to those in need - February 05, 2012 - Walking4Water
Tourette Syndrome Families Sing Praises About Value of Annual NJCTS Family Retreat Weekend
This year's event will be the eighth and will take place June 8-10 at YMCA Camp Bernie in Hunterdon County. - February 05, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Wireless Innovation Forum Announces Agenda for 71st Working Meeting and Disaster Recovery Workshop
The Wireless Innovation Forum (www.WirelessInnovation.org), a non-profit international industry association dedicated to driving the future of radio communications and systems worldwide, announced today the agendas for its 71st Working Meeting to be held 12-14 March, 2012, and a special Disaster... - February 05, 2012 - Wireless Innovation Forum
One Stop Green Now Carries Plumen Energy Saving Designer Light Bulbs
One Stop Green now offers Plumen Energy Saving Designer Light Bulbs. Glass tubes can be bent is many different shapes so why are there thousands of manufacturers but only three types of light bulb designs? Plumen aims to address this problem by using a dynamic, sculptured form that contrasts to... - February 04, 2012 - One Stop Green
Free Renewable Energy Grant Workshop
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and Aries Energy will host a Renewable Energy Grant Workshop on Friday, February 17 from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., at the Kingsport Chamber of... - February 04, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Central Scholarship Appoints New Program Manager
Central Scholarship has named Jennifer Bauer as Program Manager. In her role as Program Manager, Jennifer will work with Central Scholarship’s program department to generate interest in and to administer Central Scholarship’s funding programs. Jennifer will work closely with students as... - February 04, 2012 - Central Scholarship
CT REIA Announces February 2012 Real Estate Investing Workshop with Business Coach Paul Finck
On February 11, 2012, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting an all-day Saturday real estate investing workshop with business coach Paul Finck in Cromwell, CT. - February 04, 2012 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood Foundation President Releases Podcast on Rare Disease
Jeff Wuchich Discusses Rare Disease Day, National Push for a Cure - February 04, 2012 - AHC Foundation
Free Small Business Certifications Classes in February
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU and the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will host two free Small Business Certification classes on Tuesday, February 21 from 9 – 11 a.m., at the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, 151 E. - February 04, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Arm The Animals Clothing Launches Exclusive Items to Begin Collaborative Fundraising Campaign on Kickstarter.com
The Upstart Charitable T-shirt Company is Offering Supporters an Opportunity to Collaborate on New Designs for Spring 2012 Line @ www.armtheanimals.com/fund. - February 04, 2012 - Arm The Animals Clothing
Eight Virtues Martial Arts Offering Inner City Kids Martial Arts Instruction
Eight Virtues Martial Arts is Working with Compton Heights Baptist Church to Offer Inner City Kids Martial Arts Instruction - February 04, 2012 - Eight Virtues Martial Arts
NYC/LI NARI Remodeling Company/Companies Take Regional Honors
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) announced the 151 Regional CotY (Contractor of the Year)TM Winners in the 2012 competition, of which, 12 winners are members of the NYC/LI Chapter, based in the Melville, NY area. Judging for the regional projects took place at NARI’s... - February 04, 2012 - The National Association of the Remodeling Industry
The 2012 Common Ground International Book Fest Features a Legacy of Love Campaign at Shepherd University on Saturday, March 3rd in the Harpers Ferry, WV Area
Professor Patricia H. Lee, a faculty member of West Virginia University's College of Law, who directs the Entrepreneurship Law Clinic, will be a featured speaker during the 2012 Common Ground International Book Fest scheduled for Saturday, March 3, 2012 at the Shepherd University Wellness Center. - February 03, 2012 - Harambee Conference, LLC.
Maimah Karmo Named to Grio's 100 List for 2012
This list includes 100 individuals from across 10 professional fields that are making a difference in their communities and across the country. - February 03, 2012 - Tigerlily Foundation
Advocacy Group Warns FDA on New Hydrocodone Formulations
A consumer advocacy group has warned the FDA that new single entity, extended-release (ER) formulations of the opioid painkiller hydrocodone could bring on the next tidal wave of overdose deaths and addictions if approved by the agency. Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc. (ARPO),... - February 03, 2012 - Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc.
Beit Shemesh, Israel – Keren Ramat Beit Shemesh and Community Residents Create Foundation to Bring Peace Oversee City Projects
Keren Ramat Beit Shemesh Foundation includes members from all walks of life, advancing projects and initiatives to benefit neighborhood residents. Initial programs include The “Shalom Beit Shemesh" peace initiative. - February 03, 2012 - Keren Ramat Beit Shemesh
Ann Carr Mackey, Shareholder, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. to Speak at KC’s Understanding New IRS Rules in Filing Revised Form 5300 on 2/9/12
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, has announced today that Ann Carr Mackey, Shareholder, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C., will speak at a 2-hour webcast: Understanding New IRS Rules in Filing Revised Form 5300 Live Webcast. Date of event: February... - February 03, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
FanChants.com New iPhone App - Over 10,000 Real Audio Football Chants and Soccer Songs for 500+ Teams
The No1 football chant website FanChants.com has just released a new free iPhone app - over 10,000 real audio football chants from 500 teams to play and listen to. Push alerts let fans know about their team’s new chants hot off the terraces, as well as daily Staff Picks of the best songs from other teams around the world. Users can upgrade the app to set songs and chants as ringtones and profile tones for their friends. - February 03, 2012 - FanChants Ltd