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Koch Looks to Carry Darlington Momentum to Dover's Monster Mile
Going to a track where he has never raced before is not a big deal for Blake Koch. After all, almost all of the tracks are new to the NASCAR Nationwide Series Rookie of the Year contender who drives the Daystar Television Network Dodge. This Saturday, 25-year-old Koch will test his natural born... - May 14, 2011 - Daystar Television Network
Koch's First Date with "the Lady in Black" Nets 18th Place Finish
NASCAR Nationwide Rookie of the Year contender Blake Koch of West Palm Beach, Florida drove to a strong finish Saturday afternoon at the famed Darlington Raceway in Darlington, South Carolina. The NASCAR Nationwide Royal Purple 200 marked Koch’s first time racing at “The Lady in... - May 14, 2011 - Daystar Television Network
Bishop Rick Wallace Launches New Youth Initiatives in Conjunction with the Release of His New Book: the Invisible Father: Reversing the Curse of a Fatherless Generation
Bishop Rick Wallace has created two youth programs targeted at at-risk youth. These programs have been developed to respond to what Bishop Wallace calls IFS (The Invisible Father Syndrome) and correlate with the Release of his new book: The Invisible Father: Reversing the Curse of a Fatherless Generation. - May 14, 2011 - Rick Wallace Ministries
Only Two Weeks Left to Team Up with Tim Howard
Last day to purchase “Team Up with Tim Howard” tickets is Wednesday, June 1st - May 14, 2011 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Dr. Dawn Digrius Researches Water Resources Management in Coastal Lowland Ecuador
Dr. Digrius is leading a student team from Stevens Institute of Technology to explore the interplay of engineered dams and the history of a people in coastal lowland Ecuador. - May 14, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
American Translators Association Hosts FIT XIX World Congress
First time international event is held in the United States - May 14, 2011 - American Translators Association
RMBF’s New Checklist Helps Parents Give the Dental Community a Check-Up
The Raven Maria Blanco Foundation, Inc. (RMBF) has once again taken a step in pediatric patient protection by helping parents demand a higher level of preparedness in dental offices. The “Pediatric Dental Care Checklist” is an acronym packed with pertinent questions and concerns when... - May 14, 2011 - Raven Maria Blanco Foundation, Inc.
Wabash River Heritage Corridor Commission Selects May 21st Picnic and Preserve Opening for Corridor Citizen Award
Fort Wayne local Ron James will receive the Corridor Citizen Award on May 21st at the preserve opening and picnic to be held at The Forks in Huntington, IN. Previous recipients include National River Hero Bernie Dahl and legislators who have dedicated notable legislative efforts to the Wabash, Indiana's state river. - May 14, 2011 - Wabash River Heritage Corridor Commission
Thailand Naturist Association Bares Itself in a Most Unexpected Place
A person would think a western concept such as naturism or nudism would not be accepted in Asia, but they would think wrong. People are really basically the same worldwide. Studies find the same percent of the American or European populations that are nudists applies to any other population group... - May 13, 2011 - Naturist Association Thailand Co., Ltd.
Long Island Maritime Museum Announces Dates of Annual Pirate Festival
The 2nd Annual Pirate Festival and Classic Boat Show promises to be a weekend full of exciting activities for the entire family. - May 13, 2011 - Long Island Maritime Museum
Professional Brass Group Dedicated to Serving Veterans Broadcasts Free Live Concert to Veterans via Internet from the Legendary Battleship New Jersey
The Patriot Brass Ensemble, America's premier brass group dedicated to serving Veterans, is proud to announce their first annual "Live from the Battleship New Jersey" concert on Saturday, May 28th 2011 at 3PM EST. This concert will take place on the legendary Battleship New Jersey, America's largest and most decorated battleship. The concert will be broadcasted live to the computers of hundreds of Veterans for free. - May 13, 2011 - The Patriot Brass Ensemble
The 2nd Annual Global Benefits Conference Announces Lloyds TSB International as Bronze Sponsor October 25-28, 2011
Lloyds TSB International is part of the wider Lloyds Banking Group, which has a presence in more than 35 countries, 30 million customers and over 100,000 employees and is one of the oldest and largest banking institutions in the world. - May 13, 2011 - Global Benefits Association
Synagogue to Hold Tribute Dinner Fundraiser
Congregation Beth Israel announced today that it will hold a Tribute Dinner fundraiser on June 13, 2011. The synagogue has a tradition of holding tribute dinner fundraisers to honor volunteers from among its membership who go above and beyond to help the synagogue and the broader community. This... - May 13, 2011 - Congregation Beth Israel
San Pablo Arts District Fund and the di Rosa Present Videos from Reconstructed World
Friday, May 13, at 5512 San Pablo Avenue in Oakland, the San Pablo Arts District Fund (SPAD) and di Rosa launch their partnership with a selection of video works from the di Rosa exhibition, Reconstructed World. The video series will be on display indoors throughout the evening’s reading... - May 13, 2011 - San Pablo Arts District Fund
Audubon Lifestyles Welcomes Bio S.I. Technology as a Platinum Member
Bio S.I. Technology, LLC located in Argyle, Texas has recently joined Audubon Lifestyles as a Platinum Member. - May 13, 2011 - ISC-Audubon
Ethics Bowl Brings the Debate to Stevens
Stevens will host its Annual High School Ethics Bowl on June 2 in Hoboken. - May 13, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
CSPA Selects Plano, Texas Student as 2011 Murray Glauberman Scholarship Award Recipient
The Consumer Specialty Products Association selects student Rennie Song from Plano, Texas, as the 23rd recipient of the Murray Glauberman Memorial Scholarship Award. - May 13, 2011 - Consumer Specialty Products Association
UK Lottery Funds Meditation in the Park 2011
Now in its third year and Lottery funded, Meditation in the Park is a free community event for all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds which gives participants a chance to relax in an urban woodland sanctuary, win prizes for the best healthy picnics and try out various hands-on workshops related to homemade food, nature, and yoga and meditation. - May 13, 2011 - Meditation in the Park
Representative Flynn Meets with NATO Secretary General
The Secretary General of NATO was in Austin Tuesday as part of a US tour. Anders Fogh Rassmusen spoke with State Representative Dan Flynn, the Adjutant General John Nichols and members of the Texas Military Forces during his visit to Camp Mabry today. Representative Flynn stated "It was a... - May 13, 2011 - TX State Representative Dan Flynn
Mattie Miracle Praises Legislation Introduced by Van Hollen and McCaul Addressing Psychosocial Needs of Kids with Cancer
DC-Based Non-Profit Congratulates Reps. Van Hollen and McCaul for Introducing Legislation Calling for Greater Support of the Psychosocial Needs of Children and Families Dealing with Childhood Cancer. - May 13, 2011 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
Ronen Arad, Director, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP to Speak at KC’s 2011 Patent Reform Act Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Ronen Arad, Director, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “2011 Patent Reform Act LIVE... - May 13, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Baker & McKenzie LLP’s Alison Wright to Speak at KC’s Understanding New Employer Reporting Requirements for Incentive Stock Option & Employee Stock Purchase Plan Webcast
Baker & McKenzie LLP’s Alison Wright to Speak at KC’s Understanding New Employer Reporting Requirements for Incentive Stock Option and Employee Stock Purchase Plan Live Webcast. The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory... - May 13, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
HSB Alliance: Baden Sports, Swire Coca-Cola, and BodyBuilding.com Continue Their Sponsorship of HSBCAMPS and Better Basketball Communities
Major US Corporations Sign on for Another Year of Sponsorship of America's Fastest Growing Youth Basketball Program - May 13, 2011 - HSBCAMPS
Historic Washington Legislation Protects Sharks
Washington Governor Signed SB 5688 into Law Today, Making the State First in the Continental U.S. to Ban Shark Fins - May 12, 2011 - COARE (The Center for Oceanic Awareness, Research, and Education)
Russian American Dental Association to Award Children for Anti-Smoking Artwork at Red Carpet Ceremony
The Russian American Dental Association is going to award prizes to children for the best anti-smoking artwork at annual red carpet ceremony. The association's "Kids 4 Kids" booklet is also going to be handed out to attendees. - May 12, 2011 - Russian American Dental Association
The Official Motorcycle Angels: is Re-Launching Just in Time for Summer with a New 501(c)3 Status
The Official Motorcycle Angels just acquired a 501(c)3 status as a non-profit organization helping all styles of motorcycle riders with serious crisis injuries. They want to address and stress the importance of riding and driving education. Motorcycle Angels reminds drivers of the road to watch for motorcyclists this summer after a long winter without riders, drivers can easily forget their fellow road peers. Motorcycle riders freshen up on your defensive riding skills before that long adventure - May 12, 2011 - The Official Motorcycle Angels
Medical Tourism Association Partners with EuroSpaClub International for Wellness Program Expansion
The Medical Tourism Association™ and EuroSpaClub International have announced their partnership in execution of several new consumer and employer education projects and initiatives throughout Europe, Russia and CIS for wellness and preventative health. The countries covered under this partnership include Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Montenegro, Russia (Russian Federation), Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Italy, Croatia and Portugal. - May 12, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
TRUSTe Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event “Understanding The Federal Trade Commission's Proposed Framework for Consumer Privacy Protection,” on 06/06/11
TRUSTe, a leading online privacy solutions provider, teams up with The Knowledge Group for KC’s upcoming webcast entitled “Understanding The Federal Trade Commission's Proposed Framework for Consumer Privacy Protection.” This two-hour event will be held on June 6, 2011 at 3:00 PM... - May 12, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Soil Technology Becomes an Audubon Lifestyles and ISC Platinum Member
Soil Technology a.k.a Precision Fertigation by Soil Technology, located in Fallbrook, California has recently joined Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council as a Platinum Member. - May 12, 2011 - ISC-Audubon
Dr. Shine S. (Sean) Tu , Associate, Chemical, Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Practice Foley & Lardner LLP to Speak at KC’s 2011 Patent Reform Act Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Dr. Shine S. (Sean) Tu , Associate, Chemical, Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Practice & Patent Agent, Foley & Lardner LLP, will speak at the... - May 12, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Charles E. Miller, Senior Counsel, IP Group, Dickstein Shapiro LLP to Speak at KC’s 2011 Patent Reform Act Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Charles E. Miller, Senior Counsel, Intellectual Property Group, Dickstein Shapiro LLP, will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - May 12, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Fran Maier, Executive Chair and President, TRUSTe to Speak at KC’s Understanding The Federal Trade Commission's Proposed Framework for Consumer Privacy Protection
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that TRUSTe’s Executive Chair and President, Ms. Fran Maier, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Understanding The Federal Trade Commission's... - May 12, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
Chuck Yen, Office Practice Leader, Grant Thornton LLP to Speak at KC’s Corporate Governance Issues, Executive Compensation Disclosures and SRO-Related Rules Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Chuck Yen, Office Practice Leader, Compensation and Benefits Consulting, Grant Thornton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - May 12, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
NAWIC Announces 2011 Crystal Vision Award Winners
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is pleased to announce the winners of its 17th annual Crystal Vision Awards. The mission of the awards is to recognize individuals who promote, expand and encourage the role of women in the construction industry. Colleen White is the recipient of the Crystal Vision Award, which is given to a non-member of NAWIC, and Renee Conner, CIT, is the recipient of the Crystal Achievement Award, which is presented to a member. - May 12, 2011 - National Association of Women in Construction
Matthew 25: Ministries Receives Acknowledgement from Charity Navigator
Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located in Cincinnati, OH is ranked #1 on Charity Navigator’s list of 10 Slam-Dunk Charities. Charity Navigator has awarded each of these 10 charities a 4-star rating for both organizational efficiency and organizational capacity. - May 12, 2011 - Matthew 25: Ministries
Melissa M. Beck Honored with the New York City Bar’s McDonald Award
Melissa M. Beck, Chief Executive Officer of Legal Information for Families Today (LIFT), received the New York City Bar Association's 2011 Kathryn A. McDonald Award for Excellence in Service to Family Court on May 11, 2011. LIFT is the only nonprofit organization in New York City dedicated to empowering Family Court litigants to successfully self-advocate in Court. With the recent cuts to the State Court’s budget, Beck’s leadership and LIFT's services are needed more than ever. - May 12, 2011 - Legal Information for Families Today
Associate of Yale Alumni Teams Up with PAWS NY for Yale Global Day of Service on Saturday, MAY 14, 2011
Meet the Founder of PAWS NY, Pet the Mascot, Meet PAWS NY Clients and Their Pets, and Enjoy Free Snacks at the PAWS NY Booth Near the Dog Run in Tompkins Square Park. - May 12, 2011 - PAWS NY
Check Out RMBF’s New Check List for Parents
The Raven Maria Blanco Foundation, Inc. (RMBF) celebrates the release of its “Pediatric Local Anesthesia Checklist,” which clearly outlines the areas of concern and the questions to ask prior to selecting a dentist team for pediatric patients. The guidelines are an essential tool for... - May 12, 2011 - Raven Maria Blanco Foundation, Inc.
Canadian Construction Association Launches a New Resources for Youth to Explore a Career in Civil Construction
Canadian Construction Association’s Civil Infrastructure Council last week launched a new website, http://www.careersincivilconstruction.ca, aimed mainly at high school and college students but applicable to anyone looking for information on civil construction careers. Civil construction,... - May 12, 2011 - Canadian Construction Association
Ben Taylor Plays Sold Out Show to Benefit Eden Autism Services
Singer/songwriter Benjamin Taylor (son of James Taylor and Carly Simon) performed in a sold out benefit concert for Eden Autism Services Florida last Friday, May 6 at the Daniels Pavilion, The Philharmonic Center for the Arts. The Community School of Naples’ Rock Band class opened the show... - May 12, 2011 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Blanket America Gives Facebook Fans New Incentive to Buy Blankets with facebook.com/BlanketAmericaDeals
Blanket America has expanded its Facebook presence with a second page, created specifically to provide its fans with daily deals on blankets and other products. - May 12, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
NARI Chicago Member Remodelers Donate Services for Special Needs Family
When a group of Good Samaritans from the Greater Chicagoland Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) learned about an Elk Grove Village family in need, they stepped up to the plate and did what they do best - in this case, build a bigger, better, wheelchair-friendly... - May 12, 2011 - NARI Chicago
Perfect Blend Organics Joins Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council as a Platinum Member
Perfect Blend Organics recently joined Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council (ISC) as a Platinum Member. - May 12, 2011 - ISC-Audubon
Headspace Hits the USA! Learn How to Meditate. Get Some Headspace.
Headspace is meditation, but not as you know it. For a start, there’s no chanting, no sitting cross-legged, no incense and definitely no gurus - just simple, practical tools to help you find a bit more calm and clarity in your everyday life. It’s a practical, accessible approach to meditation, designed especially for modern day living which is why you’ll find all our bespoke tools and support available online - and even on your mobile. - May 11, 2011 - Headspace
TEDxSF Pushes the Limits with Alive! Maximum Living as a Human
Experience the premiere local TED-style Event on June 4 at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. TEDxSF features world class presenters who will explore how we push the limits, create meaning, live on purpose and connect deeply. In addition, the event will showcase stunning art, performance and music to stir the soul. - May 11, 2011 - TEDxSF
Church of Scientology Nashville Celebrates Second Year Anniversary in the Historic Fall School Building
The Nashville Church of Scientology & Celebrity Centre celebrates its anniversary in the historic Fall School Building. - May 11, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
The Crucible Names Steven Young as New Executive Director
Artist and Businessman Has Long Ties to Arts Education Center. - May 11, 2011 - The Crucible
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces May 2011 Meeting with Apartment Expert Dave Lindahl
On May 23 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with Dave Lindahl. Attendees will learn the advantages of apartment property investing. - May 11, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on 2011 Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act
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: “2011 Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act.” This two-hour event is scheduled on July 22, 2011 from 12:00 PM... - May 11, 2011 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on 2011 Patent Reform Act
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: “2011 Patent Reform Act.” This two-hour event is scheduled on August 31, 2011 from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM... - May 11, 2011 - The Knowledge Group