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The AWARE/OWARE Project: African Art Collectives Adapt Ancient Game to Promote Female Empowerment
The AWARE/OWARE Project: Six South African art collectives adapt an ancient game to promote female empowerment. - October 19, 2011 - Art Works for Change
Working Wardrobes Continues Expansion, Brings Fundraising Veteran to Growing Team
Working Wardrobes, an inspiring Orange County nonprofit serving more than 5,000 men and women each year, today announced the addition of Amy Larson as the organization’s new director of development. With more than a decade of experience in nonprofit fundraising and corporate leadership,... - October 19, 2011 - Working Wardrobes
Premiere Lithium Battery Conference Kicks Off the 2012 Educational Season
The Shenzhen International Lithium-ion Battery Summit creates a unique opportunity to learn from the giants of lithium innovation and technology. This important event will bring together a rare conclave of the industry’s most prestigious leaders from around the globe, December 3 to 6, 2011. - October 19, 2011 - Lithium-ion Battery Industry Association of North America
Illinois State Bar Association 7th Annual Solo & Small Firm Conference October 27-29
The Illinois State Bar Association’s (ISBA) 7th Annual Solo and Small Firm Conference will be held Thursday through Saturday, October 27-29, 2011, at the Hilton Springfield, 700 E. Adams St., in Springfield. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday; for a complete schedule, visit... - October 19, 2011 - Illinois State Bar Association
AromaEarth Signs with Allison Dawn PR as Their PR Firm of Record to Launch Cali Blue Fragrance
AromaEarth, Inc. has engaged Allison Dawn PR to launch its debut fragrance, Cali Blue. - October 18, 2011 - AromaEarth
Reclaiming Texas For Christ 2nd Annual Conference - October 20, 2011
Reclaiming Texas for Christ will hold its 2nd Annual Free conference on Thursday afternoon, October 20, 2011. The conference will be held at Lakeland Baptist Church in Lewisville, TX from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Please register at www.reclaimingtexasforchrist.com. All are welcome. - October 18, 2011 - Reclaiming Texas for Christ
Off the Page Brings Arts Programs Back to Public Schools with Funding from Crowdfunding Site HelpersUnite.com
Brooklyn-based Off the Page launches a fundraising campaign seeking approximately $12,000 through crowdfunding site, HelpersUnite.com, to continue and expand its successful in-school program integrating arts and learning. - October 18, 2011 - Crowdnetic
Arab Non- Violence Society Observed International Day for Eradication of Poverty
Foreign Affairs Advisor of the Arab Non- Violence Society Dr. Naseer Homoud’s statement on International Day for Eradication of Poverty. He emphasized that promises in the Millennium Development Goal to reduce hunger and poverty by half of the year 2015 can only be redeemed by serious thinking, planning and action. - October 18, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Pleasant Grove High School Fall Festival & Holiday Bazaar
5th Annual PGHS Craft Fair - October 18, 2011 - PGH Band Boosters
Fort Worth Animal Control Office Under New Ownership
A All Animal Control is pleased to announce Vincent Flores has bought the Fort Worth location from the previous owners and was open for business on October 15, 2011. A All Animal Control of Fort Worth will be providing Fort Worth, Frisco, Irving, South Lake, Flower Mound, and surrounding areas with... - October 18, 2011 - A All Animal Control
2-Time Canadian Olympian Gary Reed Launches Reed Athletics Fund, a Track & Field Non-Profit
Gary Reed announced today the public launch of the Reed Athletics Fund, the first non-profit of its kind, founded and funded by a Canadian Olympian. Reed, 6-time 800 metre Canadian champion and record holder, 2 time Olympian, and 2007 Silver Medalist in the World Championships, retired from... - October 17, 2011 - Reed Athletics Fund
Arab Non- Violence Society Commemorated World Food Day
Foreign Affairs Advisor of the Arab Non- Violence Society Dr. Naseer Homoud’s statement on World Food Day. He urged governments to initiate and implement various programmes to increase food production, reduce inflation, create employment, expand social security nets and ensure food supply up to the people at the marginal level so that MDGs are accomplished. - October 17, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
The 4th Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Announces Strategic Initiatives for Successful Industry Growth
The 4th Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress, with several parallel conferences, taking place at the Renaissance Marriot Schaumberg Hotel & Convention Center October 25-28, 2011 has launched various successful strategic initiatives to foster the growth of Global Benefits, Healthcare Development & Medical Tourism industries. http://www.medicaltourismcongress.com - October 17, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
UNA-USA Chicago Chapter Presents "The Global Wake-Up" Festival of Film, Literature, and Creative Arts in Support of the United Nations’ Millennium Development Goals
The Chicago Chapter of the United Nations Association of USA (UNA-USA), a program of the United Nations Foundation, today announced that it will present for the first time a two-day film festival in Chicago October 28 - 29, 2011. “The Global Wake-up Film Festival is a natural outcome of... - October 16, 2011 - UNA-USA Chicago Chapter
Delray CRA Seeking Community Input on Proposed West Atlantic Hotel; Two Public Meetings Scheduled
The Delray Beach CRA is seeking community input on the proposed construction of a 4-story hotel in the 900-block of West Atlantic Avenue. Public meetings are scheduled for Tues., Oct. 25 at 6:30pm and Tues., Nov. 15 at 5:30pm. - October 16, 2011 - Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
The Arc of Luzerne County Announces Director of Program Development and Marketing
The Arc of Luzerne County announces the recent addition Karla Porter, Director of Program Development and Marketing, to its staff. - October 16, 2011 - The Arc of Luzerne County
Jefferson Parish Democratic Executive Committee (JPDEC) Announces Endorsement of Louella Givens for BESE District 2
The Jefferson Parish Democratic Executive Committee (JPDEC) proudly announces its endorsement of Louella Givens for BESE District 2. Ms. Givens has admirably served the parents, students and constituents of both BESE District 2 plus the State of Louisiana during her time on the BESE Board and... - October 16, 2011 - Jefferson Parish Democratic Executive Committee
Prostate Cancer Coalitions Emphatically Reject the Proposed “D” Prostate Cancer Recommendation of the U. S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)
From The National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions and The California Prostate Cancer Coalition The National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions and the California Prostate Cancer Coalition emphatically reject the proposed “D” Prostate Cancer Recommendation of the... - October 15, 2011 - California Prostate Cancer Coalition
State Farm and Major League Baseball Go to Bat for the SADS Foundation Again
The SADS Foundation won their second $18,000 charitable donation in the State farm Go To Bat program. - October 15, 2011 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
Using Business Intelligence Dashboards to Mitigate Business Risk
Inventro launches a new discussion that teaches entrepreneurs how to use business intelligence dashboards to mitigate business risk. - October 15, 2011 - Inventro
Foundation for a Drug-Free South Celebrates Red Ribbon Week
Do drugs, or don’t? Unfortunately, that is the question that faces all too many teens every day. - October 15, 2011 - Drug Free South
Small Online Actions Create Large Donations for Charity
Lisa Halstead, board president of GreaterGood.org, announced today that grants totaling more than $2.7 million have gone to 109 charities and nonprofits operating in the United States and around the world between January and September 2011. Most of these grants began as free clicks by visitors who... - October 15, 2011 - GreaterGood
Linking Patients with Community Health Services: New Role for Dr. Tillman as Partners in Care Foundation's First Chief Medical Officer
To improve health outcomes, Partners has appointed Dr. David Tillman to provide oversight for patients transitioning from hospitals to community care services. - October 15, 2011 - Partners in Care Foundation
Eden Autism Services Florida Names Maureen Bashaw Advocate of the Month
Award recognizes people who are advocates for autism by increasing awareness, raising funds or providing leadership in support of autism. - October 15, 2011 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Occupy Resistance Network to Unify the Occupy Wall Street Movement
Occupy Resistance Network launches a social network for Occupy supporters in the fight against financial greed and corporate corruption. - October 15, 2011 - OccupyR
Chris Dredger Nominated for Talk Talk Digital Hero 2011 Awards for the South West
Voting is Open for South West's Digital Heroes - October 15, 2011 - Storybook Dads
Stevens Mass Spectrometry Reveals Evolution of Insect Biochemistry
Dr. Attygalle provides new insight into how certain parasites locate host ants. - October 15, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
NAFA Urges Department of Energy to Rule on Hybrid Compliance Credits for Covered Fleets
Fleet managers are under pressure to plan out their compliance strategies for the acquisition of vehicles, but are largely unable to sufficiently do so without clear direction from the Department of Energy. NAFA urges the DOE to act expeditiously on the rulemaking regarding Section 133 of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to avoid further delays. - October 15, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
CT REIA Announces Scott Meyers as a Guest Speaker at 8th Annual Real Estate Investors Conference and Trade Show
On October 29 and 30, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting the 8th Annual New England Real Estate and Entrepreneur Conference and Trade Show in Meriden, CT. Guest speakers include Scott Meyers. - October 15, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Formation of The National Lithuanian American Hall of Fame
Bringing attention to Lithuania’s epic history and the global contributions of its people today in the arts, sciences, sports, politics, and economics. - October 14, 2011 - National Lithuanian American Hall of Fame
Embrace to Host 3rd Annual "Embrace the Streets" Event with Thousands of Pounds of Clothing, Blankets and Food Donated to San Diego’s Homeless Civilians and Veterans
On November 12th, college student volunteers, elected officials and community members will join Embrace on the corners of 15th & Island and 16th & Island. - October 14, 2011 - Embrace
Entrepreneurs at MyFreebeez.com Make a Living by Giving Away Products for Free
In this terrible economic environment, the founders of MyFreebeez.com are able to make a living by giving away free stuff. Sounds crazy, doesn’t it? But it’s true and just goes to show that fellow entrepreneurs can thrive if they find innovative solutions to current issues. Small... - October 14, 2011 - MyFreebeez
Cape Cod C Shells Issues First in a Series of Copper Coins for Bartering and Collecting as Souvenirs
Cape Cod C Shells Barter Community is pleased to announce the minting of the first medallion in the “C Shell” series. The medallion has a scallop shell on one side and a depiction of Cape Cod on the other. The medallion is struck in .999 fine copper, other medallions to be released will include silver and gold. - October 14, 2011 - Cape Cod C Shells Inc
The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces Hospital Almater as a Bronze Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce Hospital Almater as a Bronze Sponsor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - October 14, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
New Collection Attorney Certification Board Getting Industry Attention
Today’s rapid fire world of internet marketing and social networking is requiring collection law firms to break precedent and do something different. Adherence to the standards, terms and conditions of NBCA Certification is one new way to share what services a firm offers to those looking for collection professionals. - October 14, 2011 - National Board of Collection Attorneys
Local Doctors Head to Guatemala with Humanity First
Team of Physicians traveling to Guatemala to perform as many free surgeries and eye exams. - October 14, 2011 - Humanity First
Congresswoman Limkaichong: Teachers Are Not Heroes – They’re Superheroes!
Rep. Jocelyn Limkaichong of the 1st District of Negros Oriental, central Philippines, delivered before thousands of teachers in her home province late last week a heartwarming, to say the least, speech paying tribute to our world's heroes - our teachers - in celebration of the World Teachers' Day. - October 14, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong
Free Webinar on "Moving Past Picky Eating" Educates Parents on Overcoming Their Child’s Feeding Disorder
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders will host a free webinar on “Moving Past Picky Eating” on October 18 and 21 for parents of children with and without developmental issues. - October 14, 2011 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
2011 American Solar Energy Society Houston Solar Tour and Green Energy Fair
Each year HREG and the Houston Solar Tour showcases solar electric systems along with other forms of renewable energy. This year's tour also showcases one of Houston's growing collections of solar powered buildings. Visit your choice of 17 different projects to learn what renewable energy is all... - October 14, 2011 - Houston Renewable Energy Group
Texas Self Storage Association Celebrates 25 Years at Annual Convention
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) is celebrating 25 years of service to the self-storage industry in Texas during its annual convention and trade show on October 16-18 in Austin. The convention and trade show is the culmination of a year-long retrospective of the industry’s... - October 14, 2011 - Texas Self Storage Association
National Ladies Professional Group Charters a San Francisco Chapter
National Ladies Professional Group, a public benefit organization that empowers women professionally and individually, launches a chapter in the San Francisco Bay Area today. The new chapter President, Ada Del Rosso, and Vice President, Christine Tomeo, will head up this effort in conjunction with the National Office to establish NLPG’s second chapter. - October 14, 2011 - National Ladies Professional Group
Delray GreenMarket Ready for 16th Season; Market Reopens on Saturday, Oct. 15th
The Delray GreenMarket reopens for its sixteenth season on Saturday, October 15th, along the street on SE 4th Avenue, a half block south of E. Atlantic Avenue. The market will take place every Saturday morning through May 12, 2012, from 9am-2pm. Shoppers can find farm-to-table produce and herbs,... - October 14, 2011 - Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
Visualiza to Provide 100 Cataract Surgeries in Guatemala on World Sight Day
Seva Canada's partner in Guatemala, Visualiza, will be providing 100 cataract surgeries to the most needy on October 13th to commemorate World Sight Day. On the 3 days leading up to World Sight Day, Visualiza will be performing eye screenings to evaluate patients and identify those with bilateral cataracts causing blindness. The first 100 patients identified will have their surgeries on World Sight Day. - October 14, 2011 - Seva Canada Society
Golfing for Education: It’s a Family Affair
The Chuck Burch Scholarship Fund, The Burch Financial Group, and Country View Golf Club team up to host the 11th Annual Chuck Burch Scholarship Golf Tournament & Instructional Clinic on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Country View Golf Club in Lancaster, Texas. All proceeds of the tournament go... - October 14, 2011 - The Chuck Burch Scholarship Fund
The First Step for the Next Step Foundation is an Open House
New Terre Haute non-profit purchases a facility and has plans to open a residential treatment facility for women serious about recovering from addiction in the Wabash Valley. - October 13, 2011 - The Next Step Foundation
Analysis Group, Inc., LLC Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress
Analysis Group, Inc. teamed up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “Fair Value Accounting: A 2012 Update Live Webcast.” This two-hour event will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 @ 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (ET). For further details about this event, please... - October 13, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Global Benefits and Insurance Leaders to Discuss Best Practices, Trends & the Future of International Benefits in Chicagoland at the 2nd Global Benefits Conference
In two weeks, October 26-28th, 2011, multinational employers, insurers and agents will converge on the Chicagoland area to collaborate and share best practices and new trends in international employee benefits, travel insurance and expatriate benefits for the Global Benefits Association, 2nd Global Insurance and Benefits Conference. http://www.globalbenefitsconference.com - October 13, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Sustainable Healthcare Development Converge in Chicagoland in Two Weeks to Discuss Best Practices for the 2nd Annual Healthcare Development Conference
In two weeks, October 26-28th, 2011, global leaders from around the world will convene for and discuss sustainable healthcare and healthcare development issues, trends and best practices in Chicagoland. - October 13, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
The 4th Annual WMT&GHC Announces DEIK/Health Tourism Business Council as Platinum Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce DEIK/Health Tourism Business Council as Platinum Sponsor at the conference held on October 25-28, 2011. - October 13, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Elizabeth Evans, Principal, Analysis Group, Inc. to Speak at Knowledge Congress
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Elizabeth Evans, Principal, Analysis Group, Inc., will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Fair Value Accounting: A 2012 Update Live Webcast.”... - October 13, 2011 - The Knowledge Group