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Patricia Field Beach Towels on Sale for Summer at Blankets Seller BlanketAmerica.com
Charitable blankets provider Blanket America is promoting its line of Patricia Field beach towels, discounted for a limited time to $19.99 apiece. - June 12, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Rep. Flynn Successful in Taking Action to Support Teachers in the Classroom
Today, Representative Dan Flynn (R-Van) successfully added his original HB 2491 as an Amendment to SB 1 effectively gaining support of 139 of 150 House members in the final vote. This is an effort to provide support to teachers who may be at risk with the current revenue shortfalls and to better... - June 12, 2011 - TX State Representative Dan Flynn
Ralph Macchio to MC the Maurer Foundation Pink Diamond Dinner on Saturday, June 11th at Villa Lombardi’s, Holbrook, NY
Ralph Macchio, Long Islander and acclaimed actor, will be performing the honor of Master of Ceremonies at this weekend's Maurer Foundation Pink Diamond Dinner. The Pink Diamond Dinner is the Maurer Foundation¹s annual fundraiser dedicated to raising money for breast health education. - June 11, 2011 - The Maurer Foundation
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast, Managing 401(k), 403(b) and Other Retirement Plans for 2011 and Beyond
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled "Managing Your 401(k), 403(b) and Other Retirement Plans for 2011 and Beyond." This two-hour event is... - June 11, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
sOccket Teams Up with Int'l Stars in Latest Music Video
sOccket is a soccer ball that harnesses and stores green energy during play that can later be used as a power source for small electrical appliances. International stars (Pau Gasol, David Villa, Carolina Wozniacki and many more) have teamed up with sOccket to raise money from the proceeds of platinum selling musician Huecco's latest music video 'Dame Vida' to provide sOccket to those in need. - June 11, 2011 - Uncharted Play, Inc.
Appalachian Trail Conservancy Visitor Center to Host Iron Chef Style Cooking Contest
This press release is inviting the public to join the Appalachian Trail Conservancy Visitor Center for an Iron Chef style cooking contest. - June 11, 2011 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
NLAPW Hosts Concert "Under a Southern Sky"
The National League of American Pen Women hosts concert - "Under a Southern Sky" featuring South American dances with William Feasley on guitar and Yeon Jee Sohn on oboe. - June 11, 2011 - National League of American Pen Women
Dr. Frank Fisher of Stevens Selected for Fulbright Specialist Roster
Dr. Frank Fisher at Stevens Institute of Technology has recently been added to the Fulbright Specialist Roster for his expertise in engineering education. - June 11, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Virginia Student Wins National Scholarship
Ben Coates of Concord, Va., was selected from a group of 44 state scholarship recipients to be named the NWTF national scholarship winner. The combination of NWTF local, state and national funds awarded to Coates totaled $13,000. - June 11, 2011 - National Wild Turkey Federation
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Understanding the Orderly Liquidation Authority Provisions of Dodd-Frank
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, will produce a live webcast entitled Understanding the Orderly Liquidation Authority Provisions of Dodd-Frank Live Webcast. - June 11, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Historic Photo Documentary Project Stops in Santa Fe
Fashion photographer Matt Spencer brings the "I AM EQUAL" project to New Mexico. - June 11, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Shriners Hospitals Fundraiser to Include "Shoot for a Car" and "Slam Dunk Contest" at RoundRock 3on3 Basketball Tournament
On June 11th Rocklin based RoundRock 3on3 will be hosting its first annual “Shoot For Shriners” fundraising event on the streets of Downtown Sacramento. RoundRock 3on3 attendees and players can pay to enter a variety of contests, culminating in the “Shoot For A Car” event held on Saturday evening. All proceeds from contests held for “Shoot For Shriners” will go to Shriners Hospitals for Children®. - June 10, 2011 - RoundRock 3 on 3
GRC Group (SOX Institute) Announces Winners for 2010 GRC MVP Awards
GRC Group (http://www.grcg.com) today announced the winners of its 2010 GRC MVP Awards. The 2010 GRC MVP Awards recognize individual achievement and professional contributions in governance, risk management, and compliance during the 2010 calendar year. “The GRC MVP Awards serve to draw... - June 10, 2011 - GRC Group
Blanket America Customers Can Buy Discounted California King Sheet Sets to Go with Their Blankets
Blanket America has significantly lowered the cost of its California king sheet sets, letting customers more easily update their cotton sheet set collections. - June 10, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
Edward Gibson, Director, Cyber/Risk Assessments, PwC to Speak at KC’s Cyber Security Best Practices for Banking and Financial Sectors in 2011 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Edward Gibson, Director, Cyber/Risk Assessments, PwC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Cyber Security Best Practices for... - June 10, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Kimberly Peretti, Director, Co-Lead Cybercrime Practice, Forensic Services, PwC to Speak at KC’s Cyber Security Best Practices for Banking and Financial Sectors in 2011
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Kimberly Peretti, Director, Co-Lead Cybercrime Practice, Forensic Services, PwC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Cyber... - June 10, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Nashville Church of Scientology Hosts Legendary Niacin Band Member John Novello
John Novello of Niacin, the neo-fusion instrumental trio, will be coming to Nashville on July 30th to deliver a seminar to encourage artists as well as hold a fundraiser for a local cause: helping artists. - June 10, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Primary Intelligence: Sources of Competitive Knowledge (Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals Chapter Meeting)
Roger Phelps provides insight into effective primary intelligence gathering at the SCIP Greater Washington DC Chapter meeting on Tuesday, June 28, from 5-8 pm. - June 10, 2011 - Strategic and Competitive Intelligence Professionals
Organization for Cultural Exchange Among Nations Invites Host Families to Share the American Culture with a Foreign Exchange Student for the 2011/2012 School Year
Organization for Cultural Exchange Among Nations is seeking volunteer host families throughout the U.S. for foreign exchange students, ages 15-18, who are scheduled to arrive in the U.S. in August 2011. - June 10, 2011 - Organization for Cultural Exchange Among Nations
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces June 2011 Meeting with Foreclosure Expert Al Lowry
On June 20, 2011 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with Al Lowry. Attendees will learn the advantages of investing in foreclosures. - June 10, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Sports Injuries Put Youth at Risk -- Arthritis Foundation Spreading Awareness for June as "Sports Injury Prevention" Month
There are steps you can take to help prevent osteoarthritis. - June 10, 2011 - Arthritis Foundation
Gavin Reid, Senior Manager, Cisco CSIRT to Speak at KC’s Cyber Security Best Practices for Banking and Financial Sectors in 2011 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Gavin Reid, Senior Manager, Cisco CSIRT will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Cyber Security Best Practices for Banking and... - June 10, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Stevens Institute of Technology 2011 Commencement
On May 26th, Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ celebrated the Class of 2011 with Commencement activities on Castle Point. - June 10, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a CLE/CPE Rebroadcast on Basel 3 Important Updates Live Webcast
This rebroadcast event, with a live audience Q&A session is scheduled on August 18, 2011 from 12pm - 2pm ET. This is a follow up to the highly successful Basel 3 event held last January 25, 2011. Event Synopsis Basel 3 was proposed in response to the recent financial crisis. It essentially... - June 10, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a CLE/CPE Rebroadcast on Stress Testing for Community Banks in 2011 Live Webcast
This rebroadcast event, with a live audience Q&A session is scheduled on July 22, 2011 from 3pm - 5pm ET. This is a follow up to the highly successful Stress Testing for Community Banks event held last February 23, 2011. Event Synopsis While the financial meltdown was led by the large... - June 10, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
NBC News Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent Andrea Mitchell Named Honorary Chair of the National Walk Now for Autism Speaks on the National Mall on October 22nd
The Autism Speaks National Capital Area Chapter is pleased to announce that Andrea Mitchell, NBC News Chief Foreign Affairs Correspondent, will serve as the Honorary Chair of the 2011 National Walk Now for Autism Speaks to be held Saturday, October 22, 2011 on the National Mall. “I’m... - June 10, 2011 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Overnight Ghost Hunt at the White Hart, Gainsborough with Simply Ghost Nights
On Friday the 17th of June the Simply Ghost Nights team take part in a paranormal investigation at the 16th century former coaching inn. The White Hart is steeped in history; hidden rooms, suicides, and ladies of the night, are the only the fabric of the make-up that they know about this old... - June 09, 2011 - Simply Ghost Nights
Ghost Hunting Event at Chesleigh House Gainsborough, with Simply Ghost Nights on the 18th of June
Simply Ghost Nights bravely attempt spirit communication at this former maternity hospital, in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, what waits them from this reputedly haunted building? - June 09, 2011 - Simply Ghost Nights
First Annual "Rosanne’s Rush For Research 5K Run/Walk" to Raise Funds for Triple Negative Breast Cancer Research
The first annual Rosanne’s Rush For Research 5K Run/Walk will be held at 9 a.m. on Sunday, June 26, 2011 at Nashua High School South in Nashua, N.H. The scenic course will wind through the trails of Mine Falls Park. Money raised will be used to fund research for the treatment and cure of... - June 09, 2011 - Rosanne's Rush For Research
YourCause Achieves PCI Compliance and Attestation Certification
YourCause received their PCI Compliance and Attestation Certification as of June 1, 2011— a forward step in their ongoing effort toward a more secure, protected system. - June 09, 2011 - YourCause, LLC
Voluntary Benefits Association Advisory Board Announced for Industry’s Non-Profit Trade Association
Voluntary Benefits Association Advisory Board has been selected and formally announced, drawing upon the expertise of employers who are leaders in the Voluntary Benefits Industry. www.Vbassociation.com - June 09, 2011 - Volunatry Benefits Association
Pearisburg, VA Designated an Appalachian Trail Community(TM)
Pearisburg, VA is the newest community in the Appalachian Trail Community™ program. - June 09, 2011 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Grillers Rejoice: National Turkey Federation Launches Turkey Meatballs Recipe Video
The National Turkey Federation (NTF) is celebrating "June is Turkey Lovers'® Month" with its newest recipe video that features a popular outdoor pastime complete with “the perfect protein®” – turkey. The latest addition to NTF’s cooking video library... - June 09, 2011 - National Turkey Federation
Passage Home Raises $54,000 to Combat Homelessness and Poverty in Raleigh
“My Story, My Song” Featured Country Music Star Jimmy Wayne. - June 09, 2011 - Passage Home
Hearts of Gold to Hold “Kids Walk for Kids” Fundraiser, Supporting NYC’s Homeless Mothers & Children
Hearts of Gold invites the community's participation in their first annual “Kids Walk for Kids” Fundraiser, to be held Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. in NYC's Riverside Park. - June 09, 2011 - Hearts of Gold
Justin Brookman, Director, Consumer Privacy Project, Center for Democracy & Technology to Speak at KC’s Federal Privacy Legislation in 2011 Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Justin Brookman, Director, Consumer Privacy Project, Center for Democracy & Technology will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - June 09, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival Announces Youth Mikado Cast
Gilbert & Sullivan's most popular opera, The Mikado, to be presented by teenage cast at summer festival. - June 09, 2011 - Gilbert & Sullivan Festival
The Knowledge Congress Announces CLE/CPE Event on Outsourced Billing Now! Cleaning Up the Mess & Best Practices Live Webcast
KC has scheduled a CLE/CPE webcast entitled: “Outsourced Billing Now! Cleaning up the Mess & Best Practices Live Webcast,” scheduled for January 24, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET. - June 09, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
March for Equality Brings Historic Photo Documentary to Dallas
Record-breaking "I AM EQUAL" photo project comes to the Lone Star State 25 June, 2011. - June 09, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Nominees for CSIA’s 2011 Technology Apex Awards Announced Today
CSIA, Colorado’s Technology Association, today announced the 2011 Apex Award Nominees. - June 09, 2011 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
Environmental Engineering Students and Faculty Study Passaic River Pollution
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection commissioned a study, conducted by students and faculty from Stevens Institute of Technology and Rutgers, to determine pollution loads in the Passaic River. - June 09, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
First Regional Hospital Wellness Conference to Take Place August 4, 2011 in Los Angeles, CA
HASC is proud to partner with the Corporate Health and Wellness Association to sponsor this important conference that will highlight on the critical role hospitals and other health care providers play in their communities in creating a culture of health. This informative event will present examples of employee wellness initiatives from leading hospitals and provide strategies and tactics to assist organization seeking to start or enhance their existing wellness program. - June 09, 2011 - Hospital Association of Southern California
The Medical Tourism Association Lives in Las Vegas to Bring Medical Tourism to Physician Assistants
The AAPA’s 39th Annual Conference in Las Vegas is the only annual meeting targeting all groups and medical specialties of PAs. The MTA seized the chance to deliver updated news about medical tourism to its delegates and raise awareness to the need for continuum of care. - June 09, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
First Regional Hospital Wellness Conference to Take Place August 4, 2011 in Los Angeles, CA
The Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC), www.HASC.org, has partnered with the Corporate Health and Wellness Association (CHWA), www.WellnessAssociation.com to provide an educational platform surrounding employee health and wellness within hospitals and healthcare providers in the... - June 09, 2011 - Corporate Health & Wellness Association
Dreyfuss Announces Major New Initiatives
Richard Dreyfuss, President and Founder of The Dreyfuss Initiative on civics, announced major new program initiatives including an American History Play Competition, establishment of the George Washington Institute on the Enlightenment, the acquisition and restoration of Happy Retreat, the home of Charles Washington, the brother of George Washington, and formation of a Curriculum Enhancement Project Team. - June 09, 2011 - The Dreyfuss Initiative
Fans United Against ABC - Nationwide Rallies - June 20, 2011
On Monday, June 20, 2011, the group Fans United Against ABC will be holding a series of nationwide rallies to attempt to save the recently cancelled daytime and primetime soaps - June 08, 2011 - Fans United Against ABC
AUCD Connects Disability and Health Partners for First Time
Over 150 key disability and health leaders from around the country are expected to attend the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) convened Disability and Health Partners Meeting, “Building Healthy Communities for Everyone,” held in collaboration with CDC's National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities. - June 08, 2011 - Association of University Centers on Disabilities
PoKos Point-and-Chat™ to be Featured at XSITE 2011
PoKos Communications Corp announced today that it has been selected to present at the 2011 Xconomy Summit on Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship (XSITE) on June 16 at Babson College. PoKos will be featured as one of New England’s hottest new companies during the XSITE "Xpo"... - June 08, 2011 - New Hampshire Innovation Commercialization Center (NH-ICC)
Social do Gooder Site Wamboo.com Introduces the Wamboost; a Monetizing Reward System Designed to Boost Giving to Families in Need
While Providing Much Deserved Recognition and Assistance to Nonprofits, Police and Fire Departments Active in Helping Others. - June 08, 2011 - Wamboo, LLC.
Medical Tourism Association Announces Webinar Schedule
As part of the commitment to education, the Medical Tourism Association will be conducting 10 webinars starting on May 24, 2011 and ending September 21, 2011. - June 08, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™