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Paul R. Martel, President of YHB Investment Advisors Recognized as Honoree at Community Leadership Awards Hosted by Invest in Others Charitable Foundation & Investnews
Paul R. Martel Receives $15,000 for Clinica Dulce Refugio in Ecuador Paul R. Martel of YHB Investment Advisors, Inc. in West Hartford, CT was recognized as the honoree of the Community Leadership Award for Global Community Impact for his work with his children’s clinic, Clinica Dulce... - September 22, 2010 - YHB Investment Advisors
2010 Taste of the Islands Website Launched
The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) launched a website for its 2010 Taste of the Islands event, www.tastesanibelcaptiva.com. - September 22, 2010 - Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife
Dr. Yi Guo Synchronizes Semiconductor Laser Arrays at Stevens with NSF Grant
The National Science Foundation has announced funding for Dr. Yi Guo’s research at Stevens into a rigorous mathematical approach to the analysis and control of coupled semiconductor laser systems using principles of collective behavior. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Professor Souran Manoochehri of Stevens Elected ASME Fellow
Dr. Souran Manoochehri, Professor of Mechnical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been selected a Fellow in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. This prestigious honor recognizes significant achievements and contributions to the engineering profession. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Motorcoach Council Eligible for $250,000 Pepsi Refresh Project Grant
If awarded the grant, the Motorcoach Council will create a national public awareness campaign to demonstrate the tangible ways in which traveling by motorcoach reduces green house gas emissions and congestion on our nation’s roadways, and reduces the risks associated with climate change. Beginning in October, the public can vote daily for the Council's grant idea at www.RefreshEverything.com/GetMotorcoachified. - September 22, 2010 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
YAF Supports Maryland Store Owner in Spat Over “Offensive” T-Shirts Supporting Arizona
“Maryland Stands With Arizona” Shirts Called Derogatory and Offensive by Mall Management - September 22, 2010 - Young Americans for Freedom--Maryland State Chapter
Friends for Life, a Seattle Children’s Guild, Increases Pediatric Oncology Research Fundraising and Raises Awareness About Childhood Cancer
Friends for Life, a Seattle Children’s Hospital Guild, announces the new 2010 hand-blown glass ornament and reminds everyone that Seattle Children’s conducts ground-breaking childhood cancer research. Ornaments will be sold at the upcoming Friends for Life Fallfest at Finaghty’s Irish Pub and Restaurant in Snoqualmie, Wash. on Sat., Sept. 25 from 11 am until 6 pm. The event features the band Recess Monkey which performs at 2 pm. For more information, please visit http://www.FriendsGuild.org. - September 22, 2010 - Friends for Life
Gulf Coast Venture Forum to Hold Investor & Entrepreneur Education Events to Kick-Off 2010/2011 Season
The Gulf Coast Venture Forum, in conjunction with the Florida Venture Forum and the Tamiami Angel Fund, will hold its annual kick-off events for the 2010/11 season in both Naples and Sarasota. - September 22, 2010 - Tamiami Angel Fund I
CT REIA Announces the (7th Annual) 2010 New England Real Estate Investors Conference and Trade Show from October 29 to 31
On October 29 to 31, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. will be hosting the (7th Annual) 2010 New England Real Estate Investors Conference & Trade Show in Meriden, CT. This event is designed for new and experienced real estate investors. - September 22, 2010 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Auto Show Raises $10K for Charity Serving the Blind
The Middletown Lions Club raised nearly $10,000 at their 5th Annual Auto Show & Motorcycle Meet on Saturday, September 18th to benefit the New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of the blind and visually impaired in NJ. This year is NJBCA's 100th Anniversary. - September 22, 2010 - New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.
Junior League of Long Island Hosts Fourth Annual Coat Extravaganza
The Junior League of Long Island (JLLI) will be holding its fourth annual Coat Extravaganza starting September 25, 2010, at its Roslyn Village Thrift Shop. New and gently-worn coats for children and adults will be available for purchase at greatly reduced prices. Proceeds from JLLI’s Coat... - September 22, 2010 - The Junior League of Long Island
The Baltimore B & O Museum "Choo Chooses" the Casey Cares Foundation as Their Charity of Choice
The Casey Cares Foundation is proud to announce that the Baltimore B & O Railroad Museum has chosen the Casey Cares Foundation to be their charity of choice from now through 2011. Each year the B & O Railroad Museum adopts a charity as part of their effort to give back to the community. The... - September 21, 2010 - Casey Cares Foundation
The Chairmen’s Roundtable Partners with Entrepreneurs’ Organization
EO San Diego and CRT team up to support local business community - September 21, 2010 - Chairmen's RoundTable
IIMSAM Official Hopes World Summit on MDGs Would Craft New Proportions in Achieving the Targets
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud wished that World Summit on United Nations Millennium Development Goals shall pave new dimension and renewed commitment from governments towards ensuring the accomplishment of laid targets which are of utmost importance for humanity - September 21, 2010 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Ava Gardner Museum Offers Free Admission on Smithsonian Magazine's 6th Annual Museum Day
Visitors must print Museum Day Admission Card to gain free entry - September 21, 2010 - Ava Gardner Museum
Memphis Music Commission Launch CD & Cookbook to Fund Musicians Healthcare Plan
Many musicians do not have access to employer-subsidized health care. In an effort to assist, the Memphis Music Commission offers the Memphis Musicians Healthcare Plan through the Church Health Center. The program is self-funded and to keep it alive, the Music Commission has created "A Taste of Memphis Music: The Cookbook" and CD. Proceeds from the sale of the Cookbook and CD will benefit the Musicians Healthcare Plan. The cookbook is $25, the CD $10, and both sell as a combo for $30. - September 21, 2010 - Memphis Music Comission
Sandy K. Baruah to Keynote TiECon Midwest 2010
Detroit Regional Chamber President Will Discuss Future for Michigan’s Businesses - September 21, 2010 - TiE Detroit
Organizations Unite Worldwide for Historical Peace Day
Tuesday September 21st is Peace Day, the internationally recognized annual day of non-violence and cease-fire declared by the United Nations. Peace in Our Lifetime is helping to unite organizations worldwide by hosting events around the planet to bring awareness to the observance of this Peace Day, 2010. - September 20, 2010 - Peace In Our Lifetime
NAWBO San Diego October Seminar Focuses on Charisma
NAWBO San Diego's seminar series will continue on October 8 with a presentation from Cynthia Burnham, Powerful Presence: Charisma for Immediate Impact. - September 20, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
The Founders Fund, Inc. Completes Production of Mission Statement Video
The video includes footage from the Annual Scholarship Reception, giving viewers a closer look at the Collier County students receiving scholarships from The Founders Fund. - September 20, 2010 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
GlobeSt.com & Distressed Assets Investor, Named Media Partners at Knowledge Congress' Distressed Asset and Real Estate Event on 10/13/10
GlobeSt.com & Distressed Assets Investor will be Knowledge Congress’ media partners for its upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding Distressed Asset and Real Estate: The New Paradigm”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for October 13, 2010, Wednesday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. - September 19, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
Jackie Chan Supports the International Day of Peace, the Global Internet Broadcast by 'Peace Day TV,' Raising Awareness of the UN Agreed Ceasefire
Jackie Chan supports Peace Day, The UN International Day of Peace September 21st 2010 and the Broadcast by Peace Day TV and Peace in OUR Lifetime. http://www.jackiechan.com - September 19, 2010 - Peace In Our Lifetime
A Quiet Journey Counseling Becomes Verified by the Online Therapy Institute
Demand is increasing for holistic health care, as more people seek an alternative to the traditional model of medicine. Bethesda’s newest mental health resource, A Quiet Journey Counseling, uses a whole person approach to mental health. Counselor Tom Tsakounis, a Licensed Counselor, uses a... - September 19, 2010 - Online Therapy Institute
Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center Presents: Learning to Listen to Israeli and Palestinian Stories
As Israeli and Palestinian officials resume direct peace talks over the coming year, listening, more than talking, may be the key to their success or failure. This discussion will highlight the challenging and often contradictory stories Palestinians and Israelis shared with a 24-person interfaith... - September 19, 2010 - Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center, NFP
Seeking Alpha Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Distressed Asset and Real Estate Event on 10/13/10
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Seeking Alpha will be a media partner at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding Distressed Asset and Real Estate: The... - September 18, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
Charity Golf Tournament Proclaims: It’s Raining Golf Balls
NSCC to hold its First Annual Helicopter Ball Drop at its Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament September 24 - September 18, 2010 - North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce
U.S. News Media Group and Best Lawyers Names Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed to the Best Law Firms 2010 List
Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, P.A., is pleased to announce its recognitions in the 2010 Best Law Firms rankings by U.S. News Media Group and Best Lawyers. This marks the inaugural publication of this annual analysis, in which the firm earned first-tier rankings in... - September 18, 2010 - Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, P.A.
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Healthcare Reform and Its Impact on Finance in Healthcare and Life Sciences
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: “Healthcare Reform and Its Impact on Finance in Healthcare and Life Sciences”. This two-hour event is... - September 18, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
Kids Wish Network Shelley Breiner Announces Brad Paisley Corvette Dream Giveaway
Kids Wish Network (http://kidswishnetwork.org) founder Shelley Breiner announces the Brad Paisley Corvette Dream Giveaway where two corvettes will be given away to bring joy to children in crisis nationwide. - September 18, 2010 - Kids Wish Network
Texas Nursery & Landscape Association Recognizes Best Landscaping Projects in Texas
2010 Texas Excellence in Landscaping Awards - The Texas Nursery & Landscape Association (TNLA) honored excellence in landscaping this year at its annual awards dinner held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas during the Nursery/Landscape Expo. - September 18, 2010 - Texas Nursery & Landscape Association
New Bible Study Guide Gives Keys to a Happy Marriage
“Keys to a Happy Marriage” is the latest lesson added to the new www.FreeBibleStudyGuides.org site. It brings the total to 51 lessons so far. - September 18, 2010 - United Church of God
NPSA Celebrates Container Industry Economic Outlook
The National Portable Storage Association (NPSA), a nonprofit membership association dedicated to the advancement of the portable storage industry, is celebrating the end of the recession for the container industry. - September 18, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
Hedgeweek and Property Funds World Named Media Partners at Knowledge Congress' Distressed Asset and Real Estate Event on 10/13/10
Hedgeweek and Property Funds World will be KC’s media partners for its upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding Distressed Asset and Real Estate: The New Paradigm”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for October 13, 2010, Wednesday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. For more details about... - September 18, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
Real Estate Alert Named Media Partner at Knowledge Congress' Distressed Asset and Real Estate Event on 10/13/10
Real Estate Alert will be a media partner at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding Distressed Asset and Real Estate: The New Paradigm.” This 2-hour live webcast is scheduled for October 13, 2010, Wednesday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. About Real Estate... - September 18, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
The Money Game Changes the Face of Financial Literacy in America. First Stop… Los Angles, CA.
"The majority of schools in America aren't successfully teaching our youth about money and investing," reports Elisabeth Donati, CEO of Creative Wealth Intl. "My goal is to change this." With the launch of The Money Game® and the one-day Money Game Certification Tour, she... - September 17, 2010 - Creative Wealth Intl. LLC
Harambee Legacy Live Radio Will Interview Dr. Marc Gopin, Ordained Rabbi, Professor, and International Peace Activist on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 12 Noon
Professor Marc Gopin, ordained rabbi and international peace activist, will join listeners and conversationalists on Friday, September 17, 2010 at 12 Noon for a one hour program on Harambee Legacy Live BlogTalkRadio. The call in number for listener comments and questions is 646-478-3116 at URL:... - September 17, 2010 - Harambee Conference, LLC.
Bay Area Studios Foundation is Doing Good Through One Search and One Purchase at a Time
Supporters of Bay Area Studios Foundation are using GoodSearch and GoodShop, raising money with every search of the Internet and every purchase on-line. - September 17, 2010 - Bay Area Pros
Danforth Plant Science Center 12th Annual Fall Symposium
Speakers from across the Nation to discuss Advances in Structural Biology - September 17, 2010 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
International Mobile Monday Organization Announces Mobile Monday Michigan
The Michigan branch of the Helsinki, Finland-based International Mobile Monday organization today announced the addition of a new chapter to be based in the Metro Detroit area, as well as the debut of its’ new, mobile-optimized websites. - September 17, 2010 - Mobile Monday Michigan
Women’s eNews' "Memo" Wins Award from National Women’s Political Caucus
NWPC honors Women's eNews' report on the status of women in the U.S. - September 17, 2010 - Women's eNews
San Francisco Food Bank Receives $50,000 Grant to Boost Food Stamp Participation Among Those in Need
Grant is part of a $1.1 million Bank of America Charitable Foundation partnership with Feeding America to connect low-income Americans with federal nutrition programs. - September 17, 2010 - San Francisco Food Bank
IJIS Institute Partners with Open Geospatial Consortium
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, welcomes the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) as its Alliance Partner. OGC is an international industry consortium of more than 395 companies,... - September 17, 2010 - IJIS Institute
United Church of God Set to Open Annual Festival, 20,000 Expected to Attend Eight-Day Gathering
Fifty-five locations around the world will join global biblical celebration Sept. 23-30. - September 17, 2010 - United Church of God
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Selected as Charity of Choice by Southern Elegance Charm State Queens
North Carolina Pageant Queens Support Nonprofit Organization - September 17, 2010 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
New Director Organizes Delray Beach Arts Collaborative
The Creative City Collaborative is a nonprofit umbrella organization that promotes art and culture in Delray Beach, Fla. Its new director is tasked with raising funds, developing programs, and creating an arts incubator in the coming months. - September 17, 2010 - Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
Manila F.A.M.E. International Turns on the Green Light This October
Raw materials. Innovation. Craftsmanship. As the green campaign fever continues to be a global phenomenon, on its 52nd edition, Manila F.A.M.E. International, Asia’s Boutique Show, turns on the green light as it embraces sustainability by tapping all the unique and indigenous raw materials... - September 17, 2010 - Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions
Big Names in UFO Research Join the Institute of Frontier Science
Great things have been happening in the days following the opening of the Institute of Frontier Science. Inspired by the Institute's distinctive mission, some renowned UFO researchers and lecturers have joined the Institute, accepting Fellowships of Frontier Science. Dennis Balthaser is a UFO... - September 17, 2010 - Institute of Frontier Science
Carter Leads Kent by 9 Points in New Poll
A new public opinion poll of 350 registered voters in the 102nd Texas House District by Shaw & Company Research shows Republican challenger Stefani Carter with a nine point lead over freshman Democratic legislator Carol Kent. The poll, taken from September 9-11, shows Carter leading Kent 49% to... - September 16, 2010 - Stefani Carter for State Representative
Sonitrol Tri-County Helps Boys & Girls Club of Greater Flint Go Back to School
Sonitrol Tri-County, Flint's largest locally owned and operated security firm, presents 32 backpacks to the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Flint. This gesture helps some of our community's students defray a small portion of their back-to-school expenses. - September 16, 2010 - Sonitrol Tri-County
Hundreds of International NGO's, Celebrities and Messengers Join the UN in Raising Awareness of the Ceasefire on September 21st. A Global PeaceDay TV Internet Broadcast
Peace In Our Lifetime a UK based organisation, are hosting ‘Global United Parties for Peace’ which will be part of the Peace Day TV Broadcast Collaboration for Peace Day. Their London and USA Music events will be live streamed into a Global Broadcast. PeaceDay.tv and production partners are inviting people from countries all around the world to participate in what may turn out to be the world's largest ever humanitarian & entertainment Internet broadcast ever scheduled for September 17-21, 2010. - September 16, 2010 - Peace In Our Lifetime