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Media Alert-Inaugural NW HIMSS Technology Conference
With the theme of “Connected Communities of Care,” the conference’s goal is to educate attendees to learn how technology is advancing the healthcare reform movement toward accountability across the public, private, provider, payer, and patient communities. - October 05, 2011 - NW HIMSS Chapter
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Operating 457(f) Arrangements in Light of New Regulations
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, brings together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two -hour webcasts. It has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “Operating 457(f) Arrangements in Light of New Regulations: Applying 409A... - October 05, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
YouCaring.com Helps Waxhaw Resident Raise $30,000 for Community School
A Waxhaw resident is raising $30,000 for a community school using new personal fundraising website YouCaring.com. - October 05, 2011 - YouCaring.com
Jane Thomas Announces the US Launch of Her New Book "Ways Women Orgasm" Now Available on Amazon (in Both US & UK)
The book "Ways Women Orgasm" (ISBN 978-0-9568947-0-0) is now available to buy on Amazon in the US as well as the UK. - October 05, 2011 - WaysWomenOrgasm.org
Blanket America Launches New Comforters, Blankets and Throws for Fall
Blankets and throws store Blanket America is promoting its newly expanded fall textile collection, including the Floral Toile bedding set. - October 05, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
NAFDMA Convention in 2012, New Opinions from the Old Dominion
27th Annual NAFDMA Convention will be held at the Williamsburg Marriott in Williamsburg Virginia on February 10-16, 2012. - October 05, 2011 - NAFDMA
The 4th annual WMT&GHC Announces the Chicagoland Foreign Investment Group as a Bronze Sponsor
The 4th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce the Chicagoland Foreign Investment Group as a bronze sponsor at the conference held in Chicago on October 25-28th, 2011. - October 05, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
SWACHA Survey Reveals High Consumer Confidence in the Security of Electronic Payments as Cyber Security Awareness Month Begins
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month and while all consumers are encouraged to protect themselves online, most show strong confidence in the security of their electronic payments according to a recent survey by Dallas-based SWACHA, one of the largest not-for profit regional electronic... - October 05, 2011 - SWACHA
Surprise Lake Camp 110th Birthday
You are invited to attend the 110th Birthday of Surprise Lake Camp. The celebration begins in May with a Gala at the Marriott Marquis on May 10, 2012 and will continue throughout the summer. - October 05, 2011 - Surprise Lake Camp
CT REIA Announces 2011 New England Real Estate Investors and Entrepreneur Conference and Trade Show in Connecticut
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. This event is designed for new and experienced real estate entrepreneurs. - October 05, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Surprise Lake Camp Rosh Hashanah Program Draws 300
Surprise Lake Camp hosted its sixth annual Rosh Hashanah Program this past week, and the program drew over three hundred people, even in the rain. The camp’s alternative service is designed for Jews who feel they should do something to observe Rosh Hashanah, but typically don’t, or for... - October 05, 2011 - Surprise Lake Camp
Accountants for Social Good Profiles a Successful Microlending Endeavor
With the concept of microlending being rather new to social entrepreneurs in established and developing countries, Kiva.org stalwart lending team, Accountants for Social Good (ASG) shows how loans to people in the third-world are both helpful, necessary, and also sound investments. - October 04, 2011 - Accountants for Social Good
Kids Cooking Green Helps Families Connect; Seeks Expansion Funding Through HelpersUnite Crowdfunding Site
Massachusetts-based Kids Cooking Green program launches $40,000 fundraising campaign on new crowdfunding platform, HelpersUnite.com. Kids Cooking Green emphasizes meaningful family time through meals; teaches kids about hands-on cooking, local agriculture and nutrition. 5% of funding benefits Mass Farmers Markets programs. - October 04, 2011 - Crowdnetic
Therapeutic Massage to Support the Runners of the Nike Women's Marathon
Nike celebrates the eighth year of the Nike Women’s Marathon in San Francisco. Earth and Sky Oasis--a five star rated business offering therapeutic massage, and a neighbor of the Nike flagship store on Union Square--is proud to be supporting the estimated 20,000 participants who will be... - October 04, 2011 - Earth and Sky Oasis
The Prostate Cancer Pony Express Successfully Completed Their Inaugural Motorcycle Rally Ride to DC to Remind Congress of the Importance of Research Funding
In honor of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the Prostate Cancer Awareness Project (PCAP) successfully hosted their first Prostate Cancer Pony Express motorcycle ride to Capitol Hill to deliver to the US Congress their message. - October 04, 2011 - Prostate Cancer Awareness Project
Joyce Wynes Presents Her Acrylic Paintings at a Solo Exhibition at City Hall Rotunda Gallery, October 3-31
If you are looking for “Bright, Bold, Colorful, Flat, Semi-Abstract to Abstract, Stylized, Contemporary Paintings in Acrylic and Mixed Media on Canvas” then you are invited into the world of art belonging to Joyce Wynes at her Solo Exhibition. - October 03, 2011 - Joyce Wynes
Bicuspid Aortic Foundation Observes Thoracic Aortic Disease (TAD) Awareness 2011
In December, news reports chronicled the illness and hospitalization of Richard Holbrooke. Among them was one from the Washington Post on December 12th: “Special envoy Richard Holbrooke has surgery for tear in aorta.” The next day, December 13th, Richard Holbrooke died. In observing TAD Awareness 2011, the Bicuspid Aortic Foundation is committed to sharing information aimed at reducing the incidence of aortic emergencies and their too-often tragic consequences. - October 03, 2011 - Bicuspid Aortic Foundation
Lisa M. Noller, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP to Speak at KC’s Dealing with Fraud and Waste in Healthcare from a Legal Perspective Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Lisa M. Noller, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Dealing with Fraud and Waste in Healthcare... - October 03, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Arab Non Violence Society Commemorated International Day of Non Violence
Foreign Affairs Advisor of the Arab Non- Violence Society Dr. Naseer Homoud’s message on International Day of Non Violence. He asserted that at heart of Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy of nonviolence, was his belief - that strength comes from righteousness, not force and power comes from truth, not might. - October 03, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Lindsay Wagner's "Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart" Hawaiian Retreat
Join Lindsay Wagner for a spectacular week-long "Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart" on the magical island of Hawaii. - October 03, 2011 - "Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart"
Holiday Fund Raising Project for Children in Need: Spread The Love
Spread The Love is a fundraising project for children without a family. The love is "spread" in two ways. First, the buyers can send beautiful wallet size poem cards to their loved ones to let them know they care and think of them. Second, Spread The Love helps orphans celebrate the holiday this season: all profits from the sales are donated to local organizations. - October 02, 2011 - Spread The Love
YouCaring.com Facilitates City Transformation
New Fundraising Website YouCaring.com Facilitates City Transformation. - October 02, 2011 - YouCaring.com
Bootstrap America Launches Website for Those Who Want to Restore America to Its’ Former Status of Prominence
A new website for an open forum of knowledge exchange has launched. What makes this site unique and vital is that Bootstrap America is designed to give a voice and resources to those who want to restore America to its’ former status of prominence. Francine Vallone, one of the two partners of... - October 02, 2011 - Bootstrap America
PM Directed USF to Include Flood Stricken Districts of Sindh in the Proposed Telemedicine Network Immediately
Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani chaired the 25th meeting of Board of Directors of Universal Service Fund (USF) as Minister-Information Technology, at Prime Minister’s House this morning. The meeting approved projects budget of Rs.9.9 billion for Financial Year 2001-12 including... - October 02, 2011 - Universal Service Fund - Pakistan
"Initiate Older Persons-Friendly Projects to Address Growing Needs of Older Persons" - Agewell Foundation’s Appeal to the PM & NAC
On the occasion of International Day for Older Persons (1st Oct. 2011), Agewell Foundation*, an NGO working for the welfare and empowerment of older persons across India, on behalf of over 100 million older persons of the country has appealed to the Prime Minister of India and Chairperson, National... - October 02, 2011 - Agewell Foundation
Empowering America's Voters – Information Literacy
October is National Information Literacy Awareness Month. In 2009, President Obama issued the first presidential proclamation, acknowledging the critical importance of information literacy to the social and economic welfare of the American people. Knowing how to find, evaluate, and use effectively information from a variety of media and information resources are essential 21st century competencies every American needs to know to ensure personal, academic, and professional success. - October 02, 2011 - National Forum on Information Literacy
Drive Safely Work Week 2011: Getting There Safely is Everyone's Business
NAFA Fleet Management Association is helping to promote this year's Drive Safely Work Week Campaign. - October 02, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Women's Business Development Center to Host Information Series About Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is designed to help small businesses create jobs and economic growth. - October 02, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
Gov. Hickenlooper and Sen. Johnston to Present 2011 Outstanding Impact in Education Award
Governor John Hickenlooper along with Senator Mike Johnston will deliver remarks and present the Outstanding Impact in Education award to Sage Investment Holdings CEO and chairman, Zachary T. Neumeyer at the RAFT (Resource Area for Teaching) Colorado fundraising event on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011 from... - October 02, 2011 - RAFT Colorado
BTEC and RPG Awarded Grant by U.S. Forest Service
Project will develop new opportunities for renewable heating and cooling of commercial buildings. - October 02, 2011 - Biomass Thermal Energy Council
Austin Nonprofit Bridges Digital and Education Divide in Cambodia
Non-profit organization, WOWi, seeks to help end the cycle of poverty in Cambodia and build and connect communities around the world with a digital media project. - October 02, 2011 - Windows of Wonder Institute
WIAAP Supports Concussion Legislation: Assembly Bill 259 Would Protect Child and Adolescent Athletes
The number of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs, or “concussions”) in youth athletes is on the rise and in the news. Complete and accurate education on prevention and identification of concussions is critical information for coaches, athletes, parents and guardians in order to best protect the athletes’ short- and long-term health. - October 01, 2011 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
A Night of Unity: Celebrating Diversity Using the Arts
Real Life Poets, Inc. will present its 1st Annual “A Night Of Unity” Fundraiser celebrating cultural diversity through the arts, hosted by WBRC Fox6 News Reporter Melanie Posey. An array of artistry will be highlighted including, spoken word, live painting, culinary, music, and media as... - October 01, 2011 - Real Life Poets, Inc.
Arab Non- Violence Society Marks International Day of Older Peoples
Foreign Affairs Advisor of the Arab Non- Violence Society Dr. Naseer Homoud’s message on International Day of Older Peoples. He maintained that aging of society does not become a burden, but instead it adds value and opportunities for development through actively engaged older populations. - October 01, 2011 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Houston Housing Authority is Awarded $980,000 to Provide Supportive Services for Low Income Houstonians
The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) was awarded $983,357 in competitive grants by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The funds will help the Agency provide self-sufficiency training and supportive services to public housing residents. The Houston Housing Authority is the... - October 01, 2011 - Houston Housing Authority
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Affordable Care Act Tax Provisions Explored Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, brings together the world's leading authorities and industry participants through informative two -hour webcasts. It will produce a live webcast entitled Affordable Care Act Tax Provisions Explored LiveWebcast. This two-hour event is... - October 01, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
ASM’s GC Showcase Offers a Rare Opportunity to Meet the Area’s Premier General Contractors
Associated Subcontractors of Massachusetts will host the GC Showcase on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at The Westin Hotel in Waltham, MA. The GC Showcase will provide Boston-area subcontractors the opportunity to network with some of the area’s premier general contractors. The event is free and... - October 01, 2011 - Associated Subcontractors of Massachusetts
NAEIR Assists in Enhanced Tax Deduction (HR 2592) Movement
NAEIR is leading the effort in the stewardship of HR 2592, a bill that would allow smaller businesses to enjoy an enhanced federal tax deduction (currently only available to C corporations) when donating excess inventory to nonprofits and schools. - October 01, 2011 - NAEIR
NACD-Minnesota Board Chair John Stout Appointed Chair of ABA Corporate Governance Committee
The Business Law Section of the American Bar Association (ABA) recently appointed John H. Stout, Board Chair of the National Association of Corporate Directors, Minnesota Regional Chapter as chair of its 2,400-plus member Corporate Governance Committee. Stout has been a vice chair of the committee... - October 01, 2011 - NACD - Minnesota Chapter
The Ozone Hole Reaches South America
The Ozone hole has reached land and population areas in Argentina, Chile and The Falkland Islands. - October 01, 2011 - The Ozone Hole Inc.
Eden Autism Services Chief Clinical Officer Appointed Autism Society Board Position
Eden Autism Services Chief Clinical Officer Anne Holmes was recently appointed to the position of Chair of the Panel of Professional Advisors for the Autism Society. - October 01, 2011 - Eden Autism Services
Tejitsu Founder, Gary Bennett Publishes on Lulu.com
Tejitsu Founder, Gary Bennett releases his new books on Lulu.com, the site for authors of Ebooks to self publish. - October 01, 2011 - American Tejitsu Academy
Neuroreality Report: How Single Dose of "Magic Mushrooms" Hallucinogen Can Create Lasting Personality Change
"Personal transformations causing increased intelligence have been reported to result from many apparently unrelated phenomena," according to a recent discovery by University of Hawaii neuroscientist, Bruce E. Morton, - October 01, 2011 - Bruce Eldine Morton
National Ladies Professional Group Launches Mentoring Program
National Ladies Professional Group, a public benefit organization that empowers women professionally and individually, launches its mentoring program and invites ladies of all experience levels from all industries to participate. - October 01, 2011 - National Ladies Professional Group
IMC Radio Going Live
After the success of the pre-inaugural show on September 28th the WIMC-DB (IMC Radio project) is taking off the ground and is ready for its first worldwide live call-in Aviation Talk Show. The first transmission will take place on Wednesday, October 5th at 6 PM EST for one hour and it will continue as a weekly occurrence thereafter. - October 01, 2011 - IMCClubs.org
Bingham McCutchen LLP Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “Understanding OFAC Issues in 2012 Live Webcast,” on 11/16/11
Bingham McCutchen LLP, one of the leading international law firms, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “Understanding OFAC Issues in 2012.” This two-hour event will be held on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET. For further... - October 01, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Maureen A. Young, Partner, Financial Institutions Corporate and Regulatory Group, Bingham McCutchen LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding OFAC 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 Maureen A. Young, Partner, Financial Institutions Corporate and Regulatory Group, Co-Chair, Privacy and Security Group, Bingham McCutchen LLP will speak at... - October 01, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Victoria Pawelski, Senior Policy Analyst Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to Speak at KC’s The Impact of Dodd-Frank Act on FDIC-Insured Banks
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Victoria Pawelski, Senior Policy Analyst, Division of Depositor and Consumer Protection, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) will speak at the... - October 01, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Milton Cerny, Counsel, McGuireWoods LLP to Speak at KC’s New Tax Rules for Tax Exempt Hospitals and Accountable Care Organizations LIVE Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Milton Cerny, Counsel, McGuireWoods LLP, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “New Tax Rules for Tax Exempt Hospitals and Accountable Care... - October 01, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
2011 Columbus Walk Now for Autism Speaks - October 9th
The 4th annual Columbus Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on 10/9/2011 at Value City Arena at The Jerome Schottenstein Center on The Ohio State University campus. All event proceeds will support Autism Speaks’ work, both locally and nationally. Please join them. - September 30, 2011 - Autism Speaks, Columbus, Ohio