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AmpleHarvest.org Announced as Winner of the Glynwood “2011 Wave of the Future” Award
Nationwide hunger/nutrition initiative enabling thousands of food pantries to receive excess garden produce to be honored at awards ceremony in New York City. - October 06, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
Dr. Chi-Cheng Huang to Speak at Kaya Children International Celebration and Fundraising Dinner
Local non-profit Kaya Children International will host its first celebration and fundraiser dinner on Thursday, October 13, 2011. The evening will include cocktails at 6:00 p.m., dinner at 7:00 p.m. a raffle, a musical presentation, and an address from keynote speaker Dr. Chi-Cheng Huang. - October 06, 2011 - Kaya Children International
New Teacher Travel Benefits with SPI High School Study Abroad Programs
SPI Study Abroad announces a new high school teacher benefits program, making it even easier for teachers to travel with their students. - October 06, 2011 - SPI Study Abroad
SWACHA Survey Reveals Consumers Likely to Avoid Debit Card Fees by Using Alternative Payment Methods or Switching Providers
Debit card Debit card fees are currently on the minds of many Americans, but according to a recent survey conducted by SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional electronic payments associations in the country, the majority of consumers faced with monthly debit card fees are likely to... - October 06, 2011 - SWACHA
Chris Ridabock, Energy Advantage’s President and COO, Recognized by the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance for His Contributions
Chris Ridabock, President and COO of Energy Advantage, was recognized by the Greater Toronto Marketing Alliance (GTMA) for his long-time support and efforts in bringing new companies from across the globe to the GTA. - October 06, 2011 - Energy Advantage Inc.
Kentuckiana Babywearers of Louisville Are Celebrating International Babywearing Week
Join the Worldwide Celebration of International Babywearing Week. The Kentuckiana Babywearers of Louisville will be joining nonprofit organizations all around the world to celebrate the third annual International Babywearing Week, which will be held from October 10-16, 2011. International... - October 06, 2011 - Kentuckiana Babywearers
Building Service Contractors Association International Elects 2012 Board of Directors
Building Service Contractors Association International (BSCAI) recently elected new members to leadership positions for the 2012 term of office. Serving as BSCAI President in 2012, Taylor Bruce, CBSE, is President of IH Services, Inc. In 1955, IH Services began as a small family owned business in... - October 06, 2011 - Building Service Contractors Association
CCA Pleased with Permanent Gas Tax Fund Transfers to Aid Municipalities with Infrastructure
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is pleased to see the government moving forward with its commitment to introduce legislation to make permanent the annual transfer of funds to municipalities under the Gas Tax Fund. - October 06, 2011 - Canadian Construction Association
WikiHorseWorld.com Unveils a New Affiliate Program for Using Its Horse Pedigree and Classified Systems
WikiHorseWorld.com today announced their new Affiliate Program which allows Horse Associations and Registries to use WikiHorseWorld's advanced horse pedigree and classified systems on their websites free. - October 06, 2011 - Dream World Technology Inc.
Conservative Republican John S. Carroll Announces U.S. Senate Run
On September 21st, 2011, John Carroll announced this run for the U.S. Senate from Hawaii as a Republican. Carroll was elected 5 times to the Hawaii State Legislature, had an extensive military career as a jet fighter pilot, an airline captain with Hawaiian Airlines and now practices law in Honolulu. - October 05, 2011 - John S. Carroll
QUWF Strongly Supports Ruffed Grouse Restocking in Missouri
The critical condition of the ruffed grouse population in Missouri requires immediate actions from multiple sources and the MDC. - October 05, 2011 - Quail & Upland Wildlife Federation
Citrin Cooperman Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “Fraud and Money Laundering in Banking & Finance Live Webcast,” on 12/6/11
Citrin Cooperman, one of the leading accounting firms in the country, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “Fraud and Money Laundering in Banking & Finance.” This two-hour event will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM... - October 05, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
David Gannaway, MBA, CFE, CAMS, EA, Principal, Valuation & Forensic Services, Citrin Cooperman to Speak at KC’s Fraud and Money Laundering in Banking & Finance Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that David Gannaway, MBA, CFE, CAMS, EA, Principal, Valuation & Forensic Services, Citrin Cooperman will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast... - 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
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
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
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 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
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
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™
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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
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