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Columbia, SC to be “Center of the ‘Boomer and Beyond’ Business Universe” with NARA and NAHB 55+ Collaboration
The National Active Retirement Association (NARA) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will be collaborating to offer 55+ business classes and educational seminars the entire week of Oct. 18-22 in Columbia, SC. “You won’t be able to find another week of the year that... - August 25, 2010 - National Active Retirement Association (NARA)
The Start of the School Year Brings Bullying Prevention with STOMP Out Bullying
Love Our Children USA announced today the Second Annual Blue Shirt Day to kickoff National Bullying Prevention Awareness Week. Blue Shirt Day is an initiative of STOMP Out Bullying to combat bullying and cyberbullying. With the new school year beginning, this is a call to action for schools. To... - August 25, 2010 - Love Our Children USA
Detroit Rocks to Raise Funds to Help Abused and Abandoned Animals
Local Non-profit Animal Rescue Group, HomeFur-ever, Hosting Detroit City Woof-stock at The Magic Stick on August 27th to Raise Funds for Medical Care, Shelter and Food for Rescued Animals Local non-profit animal rescue group, Home Fur-ever, is seeking the Detroit community’s assistance in... - August 25, 2010 - Home Fur-Ever
Helping Single Moms Cope with Terminal Illness
Friends of Lina, a new charitable program at CDP, is on a mission to provide financial, logistical and moral support to Washington, DC-area single mothers facing serious physical infirmities. - August 25, 2010 - CDP
New Free Bible Study Guide on Quitting Smoking Released
Those who desire to quit smoking or chewing tobacco will find help in the latest lesson added to the new www.FreeBibleStudyGuides.org site. “Bible Answers for a Healthful, Smoke-Free Life” brings the total to 50 lessons so far. - August 25, 2010 - United Church of God
Win a Les Paul Jr. Guitar Autographed by Lady Gaga
The Lupus Alliance of America LI/Q Affiliate is excited to announce that they are raffling off a Epiphone Les Paul Jr. guitar, donated by The Red, White and Blues Band and autographed by Lady Gaga. In recent months, Lady Gaga has spoken openly about her families' connection with lupus, and since... - August 24, 2010 - The Lupus Alliance of America LI/Q Affiliate
Edina H.S. Volleyball Launches Fundraising Mall with SupportMall.com
Students, families, alumni and supporters of the Edina High School Volleyball program can now raise funds for the team and save money in their everyday online shopping – at no extra cost to themselves - August 24, 2010 - SupportMall.com
Forum for Hindu Awakening's California Hinduism Summit to Discuss Hindu Identity, Human Rights and Issues Facing Hindus in America
The Hindu community in California is all abuzz with the news of the fast approaching Hinduism Summit. The Summit aims to answer questions, dispel misconceptions, increase the understanding and provide practical guidance about Hinduism through speeches made by prominent Hindu leaders, posters on Hindu Dharma and videos regarding spiritual science. Saints, scholars and ascetics have blessed this Summit to foster these aims. - August 24, 2010 - Forum for Hindu Awakening
Muslims Condemn Burning of Quran on 9/11
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community counsels patience, prayer and promotion of knowledge of the Holy Quran and its true teachings. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA strongly condemns a Florida church’s effort to desecrate the Holy Quran on “International Burn a Quran Day” on Sept. 11. In... - August 24, 2010 - Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA
Blake Strode Joins Forces with reBounces, Becoming First Carbon Neutral Tennis Professional on ATP World Tour
Under the partnership, Strode will promote reBounces' revolutionary Green Tennis Machine at his various matches over the next year. reBounces will support Strode in his dream of becoming a full-time tennis professional on the Tour. - August 23, 2010 - Rebounces.com
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces All-Day Bankruptcy Investment Seminar on 08/28/10
On Saturday August 28, 2010 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association will be hosting an all-day seminar with Mark Klee. Attendees will learn how to benefit from the increasing amount of bankruptcies. - August 23, 2010 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Energy Performance Specialists Selected by the City of Port Washington as Approved Energy Efficient Lighting Contractor for Federal Stimulus Project
Energy Performance Specialists announced today it has been named an approved energy efficient lighting contractor for the City of Port Washington. This selection is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) funds for energy efficiency programs. The grant the City of Port... - August 22, 2010 - Energy Performance Specialists
Local Non-Profits Form "Voices for Recovery Coalition" to Increase Awareness of Substance Use Disorders in Sacramento
The Voices for Recovery Coalition will host a Rolling-For-Recovery Bowl-a-Thon on September 18, 2010. This family-oriented community event is intended to increase public awareness of substance use disorders and what local leaders are doing about it. It also will educate people about the positive effect that treatment and recovery can have on loved ones and the community’s well-being, and celebrate people in recovery – as well as those who help them. - August 22, 2010 - Another Choice, Another Chance
CROW Announces Date for 29th Annual Taste of the Islands Fundraiser
Sanibel Island-based Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc. (CROW) will host one of the island’s best-loved community events this fall. The 29th annual Taste of the Islands will be held November 21 from 12 noon to 6 p.m. at Sanibel Community Park. Voted “Best Island... - August 22, 2010 - Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife
NAWBO San Diego September Seminar Focuses on Mobile Technology
NAWBO San Diego's September 10 seminar will feature Shannon King presenting, "Be a Road Warrior in a Technology World." More information is available at nawbo-sd.org. - August 22, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
Ameriworld Enterprises Supplies Local Companies with New Method for Growing Business
Full services company Ameriworld Enterprises offers local manufacturers resources for expanding business abroad through an export operations platform. - August 22, 2010 - Ameriworld Enterprises
Breakthrough Partnership Brings Second Chance and Prosthetic Technology to 22 Year Old Quad Amputee
Second Chance with Saving Grace partnered with Riverside Orthotics & Prosthetics to deliver four new Limbs to Kendra Creek. - August 22, 2010 - Second Chance with Saving Grace
Ava's Signature Film, The Barefoot Contessa, to be Shown During the Sixth Annual Ava Gardner Festival
Festival Celebrates Ava's Life and Career - August 21, 2010 - Ava Gardner Museum
The Own Your Power Biz Conference in NY Features Keynote Speaker from Dr. Randal Pinkett "Season 4 Winner of the Apprentice" TV Show & Business Coaches
The upcoming 2010 Own Your Power Biz Conference theme is “Getting Personal with Your Business.” The Own Your Power Biz Conference will be held on Saturday, September 18th from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm at Columbia University’s Faculty House. The Conference offers an exciting program... - August 21, 2010 - Own You Power Biz
AAUCM Names First National Merchant Solutions a Preferred Provider of Processing Solutions
Exclusive Offers on Medical Payment Solutions Now Available to AAUCM Members. - August 21, 2010 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
The NC Center for Women in Public Service Announces Women in Office Institute Graduates
Dana Jennings, CEO of The NC Center for Women in Public Service (NCCWPS), a nonpartisan organization that prepares women for elected and appointed offices statewide, hosted its 7th annual Commencement Ceremony for the graduates of its Women in Office Institute on July 17. The Women in Office... - August 21, 2010 - NCCWPS
Tai Chi Proven Effective for Fibromyalgia
The ancient healing art of Tai Chi is verified in a New York Times article "Tai Chi Reported to Ease Fibromyalgia," August 19, 2010. The findings of a study at Tufts Medical Center were published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The 12-week study, designed by Ramel Rones, concluded that regular Tai Chi practice can help patients with Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition which causes fatigue, insomnia, and depression, and impairs function. Tai Chi can help with many other health issues. - August 21, 2010 - YMAA Publication Center
Pro Players Classic Holds Kick-O Party at Mulligans and Martinis
Proceeds to benefit Thunderbird scholarship opportunities for U.S. veterans. - August 21, 2010 - Pro Players Classic
Technology Association of Georgia Launches FinTech Society to Promote Georgia’s Financial Technology Industry
Recognizing that Georgia generates more than $34 billion annually from the financial technology (FinTech) sector; the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) has formed a society to promote and further the interests of Georgia’s FinTech companies, employees, and investors. TAG FinTech’s... - August 21, 2010 - TAG think
Iowa CJIS Project Wins IJIS Institute Innovation Award
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, along with Emergency Management Magazine, announce the Iowa Criminal Justice Information System Project as the winner of the 2010 Innovation... - August 21, 2010 - IJIS Institute
David Gavin Receives Award of Excellence from the IJIS Institute
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security announces David Gavin, a veteran of 33 years at the Texas Department of Public Safety (TX-DPS), as the winner of its 2010 Robert P. Shumate National... - August 21, 2010 - IJIS Institute
Community Generated Green Line Extension Station Designs Submitted to MassDOT and Available for Public Review
Community Corridor Planning Group delivers results of three-day community design workshop in final report outlining design options, ideas and guidelines for all seven proposed Green Line Extension Stations. - August 20, 2010 - Community Corridor Planning
Visit the Hall of Veterinary Health at the NYS Fair in Syracuse, August 26 - September 6, 2010
Pet owners and animal lovers are invited to the popular Hall of Veterinary Health at the New York State Fair in Syracuse, NY, to talk with veterinarians, learn about the diversity of careers in veterinary medicine, listen to different animals' heartbeats, watch videos of actual animal surgeries, attend live demonstrations, and enjoy seeing many different exhibits in air-conditioned comfort. - August 20, 2010 - New York State Veterinary Medical Society
Infinite Wisdom Day United Communities in Dialogue
Sikh Research Institute hosted a multi-faith panel discussion and an interactive audience participation session afterwards on 8 August. The event sparked a discussion on the question of religious tolerance in our communities today and the success of moving from tolerance to acceptance. - August 20, 2010 - Sikh Research Institute
Young Artists Flaunt Their Art at Downtown Oakland Gallery
The Crucible’s Cathedral Gallery Hosts Artists Ages 8-17 in Its Show, “Flamboastin’” - August 20, 2010 - The Crucible
Harambee Legacy Live Radio Will Interview Dr. Shirley P. Burggraf, Author of The Feminine Economy and Economic Man, Friday, August 20, 2010 at 12 Noon
The Host of Harambee Legacy Live Radio, Dr. Pamela Sanders Ellis, President/Co-Founder of Harambee Conference, LLC. states, “We are delighted that Dr. Burggraf will join with our listeners in a discussion of her ground-breaking book where she will help identify the true wealth of America or... - August 20, 2010 - Harambee Conference, LLC.
Creating Jobs in a Down Economy; Oklahoma Business Sees Early Success
Upstart Business Experience Success in Creating Jobs by Obtaining Governmental Contracts. - August 20, 2010 - Chloeta
Tutors' Alliance Relaunches Membership Services
Tutors' Alliance, the professional membership association for private tuition in the UK is delighted to announce the relaunch of its membership services to tutors and agencies. - August 20, 2010 - Tutors' Alliance Ltd
Kenneth Bouche Elected to IJIS Institute Board of Directors
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces that Kenneth Bouche has been elected to the IJIS Institute’s Board of Directors. Mr. Bouche is senior vice president at Hillard... - August 20, 2010 - IJIS Institute
New Dawn Technologies Executive Elected to IJIS Institute Board of Directors
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces that Frank A. Felice, co-owner of New Dawn Technologies and vice president of sales and marketing, has been elected to the Institute’s... - August 20, 2010 - IJIS Institute
BrideThriller: Be a Zombie Bride and Dance to Michael Jackson's Theme Song "Thriller" Through the Streets of Boston for a Good Cause
Dance Event Unites Women of all Ages for a Good Cause - August 20, 2010 - BrideThriller
TheGulfCafe.com to Raise Money for Gulf Oil Spill Relief by Serving "Virtually" the Best Seafood in the World
Being pegged as “virtually the best seafood in the world,” The Gulf Cafe is a “virtual” restaurant that features “pretend” seafood from the Gulf of Mexico. Each visitor to http://www.thegulfcafe.com will be able to choose from a menu of dishes specific to the Gulf region. All proceeds will go to non-profit organizations in the Gulf region that are mitigating environmental damage and assisting those in need. - August 20, 2010 - TheGulfCafe.com
MedWaitTime Brings Its System to AAUCM Members
The American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine (AAUCM) and MedWaitTime have partnered together to provide the MedWaitTime system to AAUCM members. - August 20, 2010 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
"Mayberry Modernism" Comes to the Triangle
George Smart of Triangle Modernist Houses.com presents his signature architecture talk five times in September. - August 20, 2010 - Triangle Modernist Houses
Serata con Vino Presents It's 2nd Event: Serata Spumeggiante - a Bubbly Evening - Wine Seminar and Tasting in Venice
Champagne/Prosecco Seminar in Venice. This Sunday August 22nd between 5:00pm and 8:00pm. Following it's first successful event, Serata con Vino.com, is providing the local foodie and foodie-curios seen with a unique experience of knowledge and taste. - August 20, 2010 - Serata con Vino
Montgomery Alliance Awards $25,000 in Grants to Local Non-profits
The charitable efforts of five Montgomery County non-profit agencies have been bolstered by $25,000 in grants from the Montgomery Alliance for Community Giving, www.montgomeryalliance.org. “The additional funding helps these organizations expand and support their existing programs and build... - August 20, 2010 - Montgomery Alliance for Community Giving
LatPro Hosts Bilingual Job Fair in Denver
LatPro’s National Hispanic Job Fair Series, in partnership with the National Society for Hispanic Professionals, will visit the Denver Marriott Tech Center September 8. - August 19, 2010 - LatPro Inc.
Maryland Skipjack Kathryn Launches at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
The skipjack became the State Boat in 1985 and is recognized throughout the world as a symbol of Maryland. Skipjacks are the last working boats under sail in the United States. In winter, fleets of skipjacks are used to dredge oysters from the floor of Chesapeake Bay. "Drudgin," as watermen called this process, was hard, cold, dirty, sometimes dangerous work. - August 19, 2010 - Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Botox Training with the IAPAM Can Help Physicians Boost Profits
As the demand for minimally-invasive treatments continues to rise, specifically Botox and cosmetic injectables, physicians who are expertly trained through accredited programs like the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine's (IAPAM's) Aesthetic Medicine Symposium, can capture the lion's share of this growing market. - August 19, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Five-Time Grammy Award Winning Christopher Cross to Headline Benefit Concert to Solve Family Homelessness
North County Solutions for Change is bringing the legendary sound of Christopher Cross to Vista’s beautifully renovated Moonlight Amphitheatre on October 16, 2010. The five-time Grammy and Oscar award winning recording artist will headline the Benefit Rock Concert. Cross will bring his top... - August 19, 2010 - North County Solutions for Change
IISEIE Helping Africa to Develop a Local Software Economy
The International Institute of Software Economics, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IISEIE) was the key note speaker at a workshop earlier this month on the promotion of local software economies in Africa. Held in Abuja, Federal Republic of Nigeria, the workshop was held as a pre-event of the... - August 19, 2010 - International Institute for Software Economics, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Out of Economic Darkness, Light: Roozt.com and MyCorporation.com Partnership Helps Socially Responsible Entrepreneurs in Economic Downturn
In a time of economic hardship and increasing entrepreneurship, Roozt.com, an online e-commerce platform that offers daily deals on products from socially responsible businesses, and MyCorporation.com, an entrepreneur-friendly online document-filing site, have partnered to provide free services and encouragement to aspiring socially responsible entrepreneurs - August 19, 2010 - Roozt.com
Advocacy Group Inc. Welcomes Jim Eltringham
Jim Eltringham joins AGI as Vice President; AGI continues to grow thanks to hands-on, campaign-style approach - August 19, 2010 - Advocacy Group, Inc.
Cancer Stricken Teen Has Shopping Spree Wish Granted
A teen with cancer had his wish for a shopping spree at Jordan’s Furniture granted through the help of children’s charity Kids Wish Network and local sponsors in Massachusetts. - August 19, 2010 - Kids Wish Network
Financial Expert, Mellody Hobson, Featured Keynote Speaker at the Greater Women’s Business Council 7th Annual Power of Partnering Marketplace
Mellody Hobson, president of Ariel Investments, will be the keynote speaker at the Greater Women’s Business Council (GWBC) 7th annual Power of Partnering (POP) Marketplace on Aug. 31 at noon. GWBC’s Power of Partnering (POP) Marketplace is a two-day event that brings corporations, government and Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) together to meet and discuss procurement opportunities that help propel women owned businesses to the next level. - August 19, 2010 - Greater Women's Business Council