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Comedy Night at The Wellness Community Features Karen Rontowski January 11
A free Comedy Night for people affected by cancer with featured performer Karen Rontowski will be held Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 p.m. at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village. The monthly Comedy Night series is made possible by funds raised at the Stand Up... - January 06, 2010 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Oregon Entrepreneur Network’s Monthly ‘PubTalk’ to Now be Held at Backspace in Old Town Portland
January 13th PubTalk to feature three Pacific Northwest businesses vying for one of the final spots of Seed Oregon—a completion of seed-stage companies seeking capital - January 06, 2010 - Oregon Entrepreneuer Network
On Sat, January 16, 4pm–10pm: The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Charlotte Alumni Extension Chapter (CAEC) Will Have a Boston Market Family Fundraising Night
Help the NSBE-CAEC raise money and enjoy a delicious meal at the same time. Hand the cashier the Event Ticket when ordering. Boston Market will donate 15% of all sales (pre-tax) to NSBE-CAEC. - January 06, 2010 - National Society of Black Engineers - Charlotte Alumni Extension (NSBE-CAE)
National MS Society’s 1st Annual Dinner of Champions Inland Empire to Honor Local Businesswoman René Webb
René Webb, owner of eleven McDonald’s franchise locations in the Inland Empire, will be honored at the 1st annual Dinner of Champions Inland Empire, sponsored by and benefiting the Southern California Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The gala event will take place on... - January 06, 2010 - National MS Society, Southern California Chapter
Chelsea Community Foundation Awards $12,000 to Chelsea Recreation Council
Grant to support the "Chelsea: For the Love of Baseball" project, a renovation project for existing baseball and softball fields in Chelsea. - January 06, 2010 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
A Hip Cocktail Party at a Swanky Lounge Supports a Righteous Cause
W Hotel of New Orleans partners with SOSNOLA to raise funds for a valuable student workshop series. - January 06, 2010 - Save Our Schools NOLA
Musical Tribute to Neil Finn and Crowded House Presented by Bandhouse Gigs
Internationally acclaimed songwriter and musician Neil Finn to be celebrated in song at tribute concert staged by Bandhouse Gigs at the Barns at Wolf Trap in Virginia. - January 06, 2010 - Bandhouse Gigs
New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan Announces New Web Site - neweconomyinitiative.org
Site includes a media center featuring the latest videos and podcasts and blog where NEI staff, members of the Governing Council, and Economic Advisors will share information about the work NEI is doing and its impact in the region. - January 06, 2010 - New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan
Counterpart International, NGO Council and USAID Sign a Memorandum on Cooperation in Azerbaijan
Memorandum signed to further NGO Council as part of Counterpart’s Civil Society Project. - January 06, 2010 - Counterpart International
i4cp Sees Record Membership Growth in 2009
Company experiences over 120% growth in new membership last year. - January 05, 2010 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Work-Life Balance for Small Businesses is Achievable, Finds ACCA New Enquiry Into Flexible Working
But employee and employer culture and attitudes need to change - January 05, 2010 - ACCA
Accountants Point to First Firm Evidence of Global Recovery – But Fear It Could All be an Illusion Says ACCA
Christmas fails to cheer UK finance professionals - January 05, 2010 - ACCA
KPMG’s Harley T. Duncan to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on Practical Solutions to The State Budget Crisis in 2010
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that Harley T. Duncan, Managing Director, Washington National Tax, KPMG LLP, will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Practical... - January 04, 2010 - The Knowledge Group
Carbonfund.org Partners with U.S. Census Bureau to Offset National “Portrait of America” Road Tour
As the U.S. Census Bureau today kicks off a three-month national road tour to raise awareness of the 2010 Census, Carbonfund.org announced that it will donate the carbon offsets for the Road Tour. With 13 vehicles traveling to communities across America from January through March, the 2010 Census... - January 04, 2010 - Carbonfund.org
Green Collar Association Features Apollo Alliance
Green Collar Association’s December newsletter features lead article by Apollo Alliance. - January 04, 2010 - Green Collar Association
Coffee and Contacts Women’s Power Networking Offers Monthly Power Lunch Series
"Effective Social Networking: Boosting Your Business and Brand Online Power Lunch” hosted by Raleigh-based Coffee and Contacts, features panelists Alice Osborn, Eileen Batson, Olalah Njenga and Marilyn Shannon, Jan. 8, 2010 at Brio Tuscan Grille in Raleigh. - January 03, 2010 - Women's Power Networking
Money Habitudes Encourages Constructive Discussions About Money for the New Year
Company behind popular Money Habitudes cards encourages people to think about money with a list of reasons specific to the New Year and New Year's resolutions. Learning to talk about money constructively--be it with a friend, spouse or financial professional--can be an effective first step in planning one's finances. Talking about money--one of the most daunting conversations--helps people get help, support and personal understanding in order to achieve their financial goals. - January 02, 2010 - LifeWise
Visegrad Review Welcomes Submissions for 2010 Issue
The Visegrad Review--an interdisciplinary, academic journal focusing on the history, politics, society, culture and economy of the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia--welcomes essay submissions for its April 2010 issue. The English-language journal will appear in printed format, as well as online, and is edited by Christopher Adam, a lecturer at Canada's Carleton University. - January 02, 2010 - The Visegrad Review
Women of the Wall - California Holds Jewish Prayer Service at Union Square, San Francisco
Jewish women and men will conduct a prayer service at Union Square, San Francisco on Sunday January 10, 2010 at 10 AM- wearing Jewish prayer shawls (tallitot) in support of the woman who was arrested at Western Wall in Jerusalem (considered the most Jewish holy site) in November 2009, for the “crime” of praying while wearing a “tallit” or Jewish prayer shawl. This is one of many prayer services that will take place in town squares across the nation. - January 02, 2010 - Women of the Wall- California
Lamorinda CERT Training Begins February 3, 2010
The Lamorinda Community Emergency Response Team offers a free CERT training for residents of Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, Canyon and Saint Mary's College. The training takes place at Saint Mary's College and starts on February 3rd 2010. Graduates will be sworn in as Disaster Service Worker Volunteers. - January 02, 2010 - Lamorinda CERT
A Family Matters Hits iTunes What's Hot List and Soars
Weiner Family Studios today announces "A Family Matters" iPhone application has been selected by Apple for inclusion on the App Store "What's Hot" list. It has shot up the charts and is currently ranked #3 Top Paid Travel Application in the US and continues to climb. This... - January 02, 2010 - Weiner Family Studios
2010 TiE Detroit Executive Committee
Detroit Chapter of The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Announces 2010 TiE Detroit Executive Committee. - January 02, 2010 - TiE Detroit
Consortium Centro America Abogados Advises Shell Regional Operation Sale in Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras & Nicaragua
Shell closed the sale of its operations in Guatemala, El Salvador,[1] Honduras and Nicaragua on October 30, 2009. After many months of due diligence, negotiations and drafting of agreements, Shell and Grupo Terra, a Honduran conglomerate, were able to successfully close the acquisition, which... - January 01, 2010 - Consortium Centro America Abogados
NAWBO San Diego's January Meeting Focuses on Time Management/ Learn How to do More with Less Stress
The first meeting of 2010 for NAWBO San Diego will feature Sarita Maybin presenting, "How To Get More Done With Less Stress." The January 20 lunch event will be held at a new location, the Sheraton La Jolla. More information, including online registration, is available at nawbo-sd.org. - January 01, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
Westchester Business Connection Urges Members to Become Champions in 2010
2010 promises to be another stellar year for the Westchester Business Connection and its members. The goal for 2010 is to make many more introductions to help benefit those who participate in the group. One of the things that set the WBC apart from the rest is the ability to connect with other business professionals, both in person and online. - January 01, 2010 - The Westchester Business Connection
Asian Women in Business Announces the 2nd Annual AWIB Scholarship Awards Ceremony: Six Asian Women Undergraduates Will be Recognized as the Next Generation of Leaders
Asian Women In Business (AWIB) is proud to announce that six outstanding Asian women College undergraduates have been selected to receive the 2009 AWIB Scholarship. Established in 2006, the AWIB Scholarship Fund is unique, as it focuses on promoting and developing Asian females to become our future... - January 01, 2010 - Asian Women in Business
Visiting Artist Program Launches at Pasadena Special Education School
Cartoonist for Comic Strip “Cathy” Visits Students and Gives Hands-On Demonstration - January 01, 2010 - Hillsides
NH Economy's Facebook Fan Page: Three "No Bull" Reasons to Become a Fan
In response to the rapidly increasing numbers of Facebook users in New Hampshire, the state's Division of Economic Development (DED) is offering three solid reasons why it's in the best interests of professionals and residents alike to become Fans of NH Economy's "No Bull" Fan Page at http://facebook.com/NoBullBusiness. - December 31, 2009 - NH Division of Economic Development
Ventura, California School District Installs EverLast® bi-level Induction Light Fixtures to Conserve Energy
The state of California has been a big promoter of energy conservation practices for the last decade. In fact, California is the state doing the most to implement energy-efficiency according to a new 50-state scorecard on energy efficiency policies, programs, and practices from the American Council... - December 31, 2009 - Full Spectrum Solutions
San Francisco Food Bank: Is the Recession Over? Not for San Francisco’s Hungry
San Francisco Food Bank’s December food distributions up 40% vs. last year. - December 31, 2009 - San Francisco Food Bank
Global Customer Experience Management Certification Program
Global CEM Certification Program is designed and co-delivered by 15 G-CEM International Partners from North America, Europe and Asia. Endorsed by 9 leading authorities from different continents, the program has proven success for its international track record, rich content and the complementary... - December 31, 2009 - G-CEM
A Year in the Life of GVI: 2009 Review...
From Obama to H1N1 to financial crisis to the death of the King of Pop, 2009 has been some year… - December 31, 2009 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Conference - Rewiring Inclusion: Strategies, Tools and Techniques to Promote Barrier-Free Learning
A national one day conference in Nottingham at the National College on Tuesday 9 February 2010 - with an evening session on 8 February - organised jointly by ALT and JISC TechDis for any staff whose work and role affects learners and learning. - December 31, 2009 - Association for Learning Technology
UnitedProsperity.Org Launches Gift Certificates
Another Step by a Person-to-Person Microloan Guarantee Organization to Combat Extreme Global Poverty - December 31, 2009 - UnitedProsperity.org
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Announces National Green Week February 1-5, 2010
Nationwide event is enlisting an army of “Green Keepers,” providing schools with educational resources to jumpstart environmental studies. - December 30, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Introduces Raleigh Associates Program
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that the association is introducing the Raleigh Associate Program (RAP). RAP, which will serve as a replacement for the Associate Membership Classification, will feature a decrease in... - December 30, 2009 - RRAR
Cobra Starship Designs Pennyroyal Silver Pendant for Charity
Cobra Starship’s “Jack, The Camera Guy” sketch pendant will be available for exactly 7 days starting on Jan. 4 and ending Jan. 10, after which the pendant will be officially retired and never sold again. The pendant can be purchased at www.pennyroyalsilver.com and will come with a guitar pick, collectors card featuring the original sketch design, a quote and Ryland’s hand-written initials. Proceeds will benefit The MusiCares Foundation. - December 30, 2009 - Pennyroyal Studio
Power for Life Strength Team – It’s Fun & It’s Free
Power For Life Strength Team appearing at Garr Church of Charlotte, NC. - December 30, 2009 - Garr Church
NYAFRICA.com – New York City Portal for the African Community Living in New York is Launched
NYAfrica.com is an online community portal and website whose ambition is to connect every African and/or African culture lover living in New York City or anywhere else in the United States of America. The portal will serve the ever-growing African community, and the general public interested in... - December 30, 2009 - NY Africa
SproutLaunch Pays You to Do Good
SproutLaunch.com, the only online source for good deed inspiration that rewards its users. - December 30, 2009 - SproutLaunch
EARLY Act Included in Senate Health Reform Legislation
With more young women being diagnosed with breast cancer, the Tigerlily Foundation remains proud to be a key supporter of the Breast Cancer Education and Awareness Requires Learning Young (EARLY) Act. This week, the bill had an important milestone, as it was included in the Senate Health Reform... - December 29, 2009 - Tigerlily Foundation
Not Just Any Old Day® Partners with Tigerlily Foundation by Donating Proceeds of Anniversary Calendar Key
October has become well known as the month for donations to fight breast cancer. But, breast cancer is a 365 day of the year disease. In October 2009, Not Just Any Old Day® joined the fight against breast cancer by launching its line of Silver plated Calendar Keys marked with a PINK stone. - December 29, 2009 - Tigerlily Foundation
Atlanta NSHMBA and ALPFA Chapters Present: An Economic Update by the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta - Is It Over?
The NSHMBA and ALPFA Atlanta chapters have partnered to sponsor Michael Bryan, Vice President & Senior Economist, Research Department for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, who will give the keynote address on the state of the economy for 2010 on Wednesday, January 13th at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. Drinks and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served. RSVP is required at nshmba.org/atlanta. - December 29, 2009 - NSHMBA Atlanta
CHIC - Cure Her In Couture - Fashion Show at Ames
CHIC premiere event to raise funding for ovarian cancer awareness and research - December 27, 2009 - Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer
Red Cross Resolutions Gym-A-Thon Kickoff
The Tri-County Red Cross and Cranford Chamber of Commerce Present a 2010 Kick-Off Event to Build Fun and Fitness in the New Year. - December 27, 2009 - American Red Cross, Tri-County Chapter
Chaplain at Norfolk FBI InfraGard and 30 Year Security Veteran Becomes Newest Member of Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management Advisory Board
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management (ICSARM) has announced that Bob Chauncey has agreed to serve on the Advisory Board effective January 1, 2010. Mr. Chauncey is the owner of Asset Safety Equipment and Church Security Institute, both based out of the Norfolk, Virginia area. He also serves as a Deputy Sheriff and Commercial Security Consultant, Police Chaplain and sells safety and security equipment to police, fire, and EMS departments. - December 26, 2009 - Institute for Church Safety & Risk Management
NAWBO SD Supports Operation: December to Remember
NAWBO San Diego provided a donation to Optimal Nutrition to support Operation: December to Remember. As a result, a struggling military family will receive an all-organic holiday dinner for eight. - December 25, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
The Animal Rescue Site and Petfinder.com Give $100,000 to Shelters for Christmas
More than 5 million votes (a new record high) were cast between September and December in The Animal Rescue Site’s $100,000 Shelter+ Challenge together with Petfinder.com. Among 70+ groups receiving an extra Christmas treat through the dedicated efforts of their supporters were: Rolling Dog Ranch Animal Sanctuary of Montana (grand prize of $20,000) and Denison City Pound of Iowa (second place prize of $5,000). - December 25, 2009 - GreaterGood
FRUITTRADE 2010 Has Already Set a Date
It will take place the 6th and 7th of October, 2010, alongside with the National Fruit and Vegetable Producers Convention in Santiago, Chile. Both events shape the most important meeting of the fruit industry in the Southern Hemisphere. - December 25, 2009 - FEDEFRUTA
Chelsea Community Foundation Awards $17,000 to the Purple Rose Theatre Company
Grant to be used to continue partnership with the Chelsea District Library in developing new plays for the American theatre. - December 25, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan