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New Website for Surfrider Foundation San Diego Chapter
The Surfrider Foundation, San Diego Chapter has launched its new website: http://sandiego.surfrider.org/. The dramatically redesigned website, created by a team of activists, and designed by a local web design firm, offers easier navigation, and the ability for the activists to upload their own content. - July 14, 2011 - Surfrider Foundation, San Diego Chapter
John R. Formica, Jr., Partner, PwC to Speak at KC’s 2011 FASB Topic 450 Statement on Loss Contingency Disclosures Demystified Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that John R. Formica, Jr., Partner, PwC, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “FASB Topic 450 Statement on Loss Contingency... - July 14, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Work Experience Energises Pupils with the Smallpeice Trust
From 4th to 8th July, 14 and 15 year old students from across the UK enjoyed a unique work experience course at the National Grid Training Centre near Newark, Nottinghamshire. This included learning about the anatomy of the nation’s energy networks and taking a close up view of high-voltage substations, lines and cables. - July 14, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
Marian’s Dream Donation Helps Local Animal Charity Expand Reach in New York
Marian’s Dream, a 501(c)3 charity, announced today the awarding of a $20,000 grant to T.A.R.A., The Animal Rights Alliance, Inc. This grant will help make possible the purchase of a new mobile spay/neuter clinic to serve portions of the Hudson Valley and upstate New York. - July 14, 2011 - Marian's Dream, Inc.
Stroke Association of Florida Names Board of Directors
Sarasota, Florida Area Non-Profit Organization Announces Board of Directors for 2011-2012 - July 14, 2011 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
Holocaust Memorial Center and Eastern Michigan University to Co-Host Seminar for Teachers, Aug. 15-19
Using the latest academic scholarship and best instructional practices to make lessons about the Holocaust understandable and meaningful for students, the weeklong seminar, “Reading the Holocaust: A Seminar for Teachers,” is designed to build an instructor’s content base. - July 14, 2011 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
The Writers Network of South Florida Presents Poetry Noir with Anastasia Clark
The Writers Network presents Broward County Poet-in-Residence Anastasia Clark in a program/workshop on Poetry Noir. - July 14, 2011 - The Writers Network of South Florida
Issa Trust Foundation & Couples Resorts Announces Formation of Their Seventh Medical Initiative
Leaders with the Issa Trust Foundation (www.issatrustfoundation.com) announced today a team of paediatric health professionals led by Dr. Stacy McConkey, University of Iowa Children’s Hospital serving children in Jamaica. - July 13, 2011 - Issa Trust Foundation
SCSA Releases Article on How Dementia Patients Get Relief from Occupational Therapy
SCSA recently released an article which discusses how just after ten sessions of specially designed occupational therapy, dementia patients experience improvement in their concrete and practical skills. Their caregivers, too, feel a renewed sense of competence. - July 13, 2011 - Society of Certified Senior Advisors
Students Enjoy Engineering Experience with The Smallpeice Trust
13 and 14 year olds from across the UK attended a four-day residential programme organised by The Smallpeice Trust and sponsored by The Institution of Mechanical Engineering to engage with students and provide them with the opportunity to learn about engineering through a series of presentations and practical hands-on workshops. - July 13, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
SCSA Releases Article on How Pets Are Providing a Healthy Lifestyle for Seniors
SCSA recently released a article showing that seniors who have pets not only tend to have better physical and mental health than those who don’t, but they are also reporting shorter hospital stays and less overall health care costs. - July 13, 2011 - Society of Certified Senior Advisors
Introducing Accountants for Social Good: A Microfinance Institution for Accounting and CPA Firms Throughout the USA
A new phenomenon called microlending, or Peer-to-Peer (P2P) lending is sweeping the world. It is a way for people to lend (not give away) money to the entrepreneurial poor in developing countries. Accountants for Social Good (ASG) is the leading institution in this area for CPAs and Accountants nationwide. Currently, they manage over $40,000 of revolving debt for the poor, as funded by independent CPA firms throughout the country. - July 13, 2011 - Accountants for Social Good
US Insurance Companies, Employers and Agents Rally Around Medical Tourism in Chicago
The anticipated largest group of insurance companies, employers and insurance agents will converge in Chicago for the Medical Tourism Association’s 4th Annual event, The World Medical Tourism and Global Healthcare Congress October 26-28, 2011. The event is set to develop bilateral relationships between international healthcare providers and Health insurance Industry Stakeholders. - July 13, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Natural Resources Defense Council Named New Beneficiary of Climate Ride
Climate Ride has named the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) as a full beneficiary for 2011, to replace a beneficiary spot left vacant by the merger of two other organizations: 350.org and 1Sky. - July 13, 2011 - Climate Ride
TCM Recording Artist Chris Caskey Joins the July 26th Lyrics for Lyric Show, Hosted by the Award Winning Stylist/ Musician Mark Newton
Mark Newton, Lyrics for Lyric show host, is proud to announce the addition of TCM Recording Artist Chris Caskey to the July 26th Lyrics for Lyric show. Chris started performing with his first band at the age of 11. After sending his demos to Nashville Producers, Publishers and Record Labels, he... - July 13, 2011 - Lyrics for Lyric
Danforth Plant Science Center Ranked in Top 10 Best Places to Work in Academia
The Scientist Magazine Survey Ranks Danforth Center 8th - July 13, 2011 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
SCSA Releases Article on How to Fight Vision Loss
One in four people over 65 has age-related macular degeneration. Eyesight is crucial for maintaining independence, mobility and quality of life. Find out how a healthy lifestyle can fight this form of vision impairment. - July 13, 2011 - Society of Certified Senior Advisors
SCSA Releases Free Guide on State of the Senior Housing Industry
SCSA recently released a free guide that provides important information to help senior housing industry professionals understand the retirement goals of senior citizens and to forecast a solid plan for future company growth. - July 13, 2011 - Society of Certified Senior Advisors
Real World Leadership Radio Interviews Survivor and Transition Expert, Karin Volvo on Mastering Tough Transitions
Karin Volvo, expert in personal and career development, shares her incredible experiences with radio host Debora Mclaughlin this Wednesday, July 13 at 12 noon EST. - July 13, 2011 - The Real World Leadership Institute, Inc.
Choosing an Executor of Your Will
Find the right person to act as executor of your will and your estate planning is well on its way to providing you and your family peace of mind. How do you know who best fits the job description? - July 13, 2011 - Society of Certified Senior Advisors
Governor Nathan Deal Declares Technology a Focus for Georgia
Georgia Governor Nathan Deal declared technology an important focus for the state and a leading driver of Georgia’s economic recovery today in a special presentation to leadership from Georgia’s technology community and employees at the Alpharetta headquarters of McKesson Technology Solutions, a division of America’s largest healthcare services and information technology company. - July 13, 2011 - TAG think
Connection Points Targeted Networking Event, Presented by the Women's Business Development Center, to be Held July 26
Women business owners in wellness professions including massage therapists, yoga practitioners, integrated medicine physicians, chiropractors, nutritionists, health and lifestyle coaches, acupuncturists, psychotherapists and other healing artists, who want to connect with other women-owned industry... - July 12, 2011 - Women's Business Development Center
Want More Innovation? Hire for It
New report from i4cp and 3M reveals that most companies aren’t attracting innovative people. - July 12, 2011 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Certifikid and Casey Cares Foundation Announce Partnership
Certifikid and the Casey Cares Foundation have announced that they have joined forces and formed a partnership. As part of their collaboration, Certifikid will be offering Casey Cares’ critically ill children and their families the activities that they promote daily, and initiating relationships between their supporters and the Foundation. These opportunities will be part of the charity’s Family Festivities program. - July 12, 2011 - Casey Cares Foundation
Foundation for a Drug-Free South: Drug Education Saves Lives
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South has been impelling a movement across the Southern region. - July 12, 2011 - Drug Free South
Hit Songwriter Dean Miller, Member of Country Music Royalty, Joins the July 26th Lyrics for Lyric Show, Hosted by the Award Winning Stylist/ Musician Mark Newton
Mark Newton, Lyrics for Lyric show host, is proud to announce the addition of Dean Miller, son of the legendary Roger Miller, to the July 26th Lyrics for Lyric show. Fifteen years after he first showed up in Nashville with his guitar and began racking up songwriting credits on albums by Trace... - July 12, 2011 - Lyrics for Lyric
Fairbanks First Launches Think Local Lecture Series
Fairbanks First will hold the first of four programs in its Think Local Lecture Series on Thursday, August 11, 2011 in the auditorium of the Noel Wein Public Library. The series of discussions and presentations is aimed at business owners, consumers, and citizens of the Fairbanks North Star Borough. - July 11, 2011 - Fairbanks First
ASDA’s Blog, Mouthing Off, Receives Gold Circle Award
The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) has selected Mouthing Off as the recipient of a 2011 Gold Circle Award. The annual competition honors associations and nonprofit organizations that demonstrate excellence in communication across eleven categories, including magazines,... - July 11, 2011 - American Student Dental Association
Hope for the Refugee and Immigrant, Inc. Provides Refugee and Immigrant Resettlement and Relief Services, Global Tutoring Services and Free Income Tax Returns Preparation
Refugee and Immigrant Relief - Help is Needed. Donate Today. Donations Are 100% Tax-Deductible. - July 10, 2011 - Hope for the Refugee and Immigrant, Inc.
Bartholomew Verdirame, Partner, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP to Speak at KC’s Recent Bankruptcy Court Decision Regarding IP Rights of Licensees from Foreign Owners
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Bartholomew Verdirame, Partner, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the... - July 10, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Home Care Co-Pays on the Table in Federal Budget Talks
Industry Calls Copayments an Inappropriate Burden and a Tax on Most Vulnerable Elders - July 10, 2011 - Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts
National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Welcomes Local Organizations at July 26 Luncheon Program
Six local organizations will discuss their missions, clients they serve and how to help their causes. - July 10, 2011 - NAWBO Southern Nevada
Country Star, the Jukebox Junkie, Ken Mellons Joins the July 26th Lyrics for Lyric Show, Hosted by the Award Winning Stylist/ Musician Mark Newton
Mark Newton, Lyrics for Lyric show host, is proud to announce the addition of Country Music great Ken Mellons, affectionately known to fans as the Jukebox Junkie, to the July 26th Lyrics for Lyric show. - July 10, 2011 - Lyrics for Lyric
Educational Charity The Smallpeice Trust Steers Students Towards a Career in Engineering
Students from across the UK attended a residential motorsports engineering course at Oxford Brookes University run by the Smallpeice Trust and gained a practical insight into the engineering principles, materials and technologies that shape the cutting edge of world professional motorsport. - July 10, 2011 - The Smallpeice Trust
James Turner of Middle Creek HS Earns 2011 Innovation Scholarship Presented by Triangle Technology Executives Council
Nonprofit Organization Honors Local Student for Software Development Focused on Improving Microelectrode Array Data Analysis - July 10, 2011 - Triangle Technology Executives Council
5th Annual Kelsey Smith Foundation Charity Golf Classic Raffle Grand Prize Announced
The 5th Annual Kelsey Smith Foundation Charity Golf Classic Raffle Grand Prize is a Crown Center Westin Hotel Overnight Package valued at over $500. - July 10, 2011 - Kelsey Smith Foundation
Mark Newton’s Lyrics for Lyric is Back July 26th, Finds a New Home in Nashville’s Roosters & Adds American Idol, Bo Bice to the Show
Award winning Mark Newton’s Lyrics for Lyric show is proud to announce launching the July show in a new venue at Roosters TX Style BBQ & Steakhouse, featuring American Idol runner up, Bo Bice. The Alabama native, Bo Bice, placed second to Carrie Underwood in the fourth season of American... - July 10, 2011 - Lyrics for Lyric
KOSBE Award Winner Phil's Dream Pit Recognized by State of Tennessee "What Makes You an Entrepreneur?" Video Contest
KOSBE Award winner Phil’s Dream Pit was recognized by the state of Tennessee for the winning video submission in the states’, “What Makes You an Entrepreneur?” contest. Wisty Pender, director of the Business Enterprise Resource Office (BERO) within the Department of... - July 09, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Drew E. Voth, Director, Grant Thornton LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding the Recent Bankruptcy Court Decision Regarding Intellectual Property Rights of Licensees Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Drew E. Voth, Director, Grant Thornton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding the Recent Bankruptcy Court Decision... - July 09, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Stevens Institute of Technology Hosted Biomaterials Research Conference
The Stevens Conference on Bacteria-Material Interactions was a space for discussing future-oriented strategies critical to developing safer, more effective biomaterials that promote healing while minimizing the risk of infection. - July 09, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Newly Formed Non-Profit Receives Funding and Celebrates Accomplishments - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
The Spine Health Foundation, Inc. announces recent successes: recent funding and medical achievements. Their goal is to help the disadvantaged who suffer from chronic back pain associated with spinal disorders obtain the specialized medical care they need to get back to life. - July 09, 2011 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
Foundation for Grieving Children Introduces Their "I Remember" Bracelet to Honor Memory of Loved Ones...Bracelet Brings Comfort to Those Grieving a Loved One’s Death
The Foundation for Grieving Children, Inc., the first national public charity which raises funds for the grief counseling needs of children and teens after a loved one's death, introduces its signature "I Remember" bracelet to honor the memory of our lost loved ones. - July 09, 2011 - Foundation for Grieving Children, Inc.
Sound Light Ascension Expo in Louisville, KY, USA, September 24 & 25, 2011 Jonathan Goldman, Keynote Speaker
The Sound Light Expo in Louisville, KY will draw people from around the world to gather September 24 & 25, 2011. They will serve and celebrate the spirit of all in the Light Community and on the planet. Jonathan Goldman, sound pioneer, Grammy finalist and author is the keynote presenter. The event takes place at the Ramada Conference Center, 9700 Bluegrass Parkway, Louisville, KY. - July 08, 2011 - Sacred Journeys
PKD Foundation of Canada Launches New Chapter in Healthcare Hub -- Hamilton, Ontario
Renowned nephrology expert Dr. Alistair Ingram gives a talk on polycystic kidney disease (PKD) at the launch of the brand new Hamilton Chapter of the PKD Foundation of Canada, a registered non-profit organization. The Hamilton Chapter offers local support and education, and raises funds for PKD research. - July 08, 2011 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
CPAmerica Produces Technology Initiatives
Exciting initiatives were unveiled at the recent Technology Roundtable, presented by CPAmerica International in Las Vegas in June. During the roundtable, CPAmerica revealed the “Community Cloud” initiative. This community would allow member firms to be better equipped for disaster... - July 08, 2011 - CPAmerica International
Ecological Services and Lake Management Environmental Firm Receives 2011 Top Workplace Award
EnviroScience, Inc. Recognized by Cleveland Plain Dealer as a Top Workplace - July 08, 2011 - EnviroScience, Inc.
Glee Star & San Diego Adventurer Lend Their Names to 33-Story Rappel for Kids Included Together (KIT)
Lauren Potter & Erica Davis join ‘Over the Edge for KIT’ - A spectacular charity event benefiting San Diego youth. - July 08, 2011 - Kids Included Together
Iowa Agriculture Secretary Bill Northey Keynote Speaker at FPPC Summit in Des Moines
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey will be the keynote speaker at the Farm Pilot Project Coordination (FPPC) Midwest Technology Summit, to be held July 13-15 in Des Moines. The theme of this year’s conference is “Strategies to Increase Yields and Farm Revenue Using Nitrogen... - July 08, 2011 - Farm Pilot Project Coordination, Inc.
NC Project SEED Participants Receive Honors in International Competitions
North Carolina High School Seniors Participating in Program Offered $8.3 Million in College Scholarships. - July 08, 2011 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Mark F. Radcliffe , Partner, DLA Piper to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Finance in the Clouds: Exploring the Best Practices Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Mark F. Radcliffe, Partner, DLA Piper will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Finance in the Clouds: Exploring the Best Practices Live... - July 08, 2011 - The Knowledge Group