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The Catholic University of America College Democrats Named Best Chapter in Nation
On Sunday, July 26 at the 50th Annual College Democrats of America (CDA) National Convention in Washington D.C., the College Democrats at The Catholic University of America (CUA) were awarded the 2009 Chapter of the Year Award. The award goes to the chapter in the country with the most outstanding... - July 30, 2009 - Catholic University of America College Democrats
Art Auction to Benefit Valley's Foster Youth
Transitional aged foster youth get a chance to be recognized. Scottsdale Art Auction to bring attention to a growing need in the community. - July 30, 2009 - LifeUnfolded
Trust for Architectural Easements Supports Local Efforts to Place Allenhurst Residential Historic District in National Register
If approved, the Allenhurst Residential Historic District in Allenhurst, NJ could be listed in the National Register of Historic Places this year. “The National Register of Historic Places is the federal program that provides public recognition of our nation’s historic resources,... - July 29, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
LatPro Diversity Career Fair Returns to Atlanta on August 27
LatPro’s job fair for Hispanic and bilingual professionals will take place at the Holiday Inn Decatur Conference Plaza on Thursday August 27th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - July 29, 2009 - LatPro Inc.
The Largest Medical Tourism Conference Would Like to Announce the Tourism Authority of Thailand as a Bronze Sponsor
World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress would like to announce The Tourism Authority of Thailand as a Bronze Sponsor at the 2nd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress in 2009. The Tourism Authority of Thailand is an agency of the Thai Government designed specifically... - July 29, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
A Mother’s Fight to Save Her Child: 3 Things You Must Recognize
A career mother of five, struggled to support her children on her own, battled with doctors for 2 ½ years trying to get a diagnosis for her daughter; noticing abnormal movements, change in behavior and speech, after the separation from her father. - July 29, 2009 - The Imana K YHD Foundation, Inc.
NCSF & NCSSE Partner for a New Era in Cheer Safety
The National Cheer Safety Foundation (NCSF) panel of experts is teaming up with the National Council for Spirit Safety and Education (NCSSE). - July 29, 2009 - National Cheer Safety Foundation
Broadway Media Enters Online Entertainment Field with Discounts on Broadway Shows
Broadway Media, known in the NY area as a leader in research and promotion, is making their way into the dining and entertainment industry with the development of their new Dining and Entertainment Club. - July 29, 2009 - Broadway Values
Cynthia Hustad, Director—Tax Controversy Services, Deloitte Chartered to Speak at KC’s Event on FY2010 Budget Greenbook on 08/13/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today Cynthia Hustad, Director—Tax Controversy Services, Deloitte will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “FY2010 Budget... - July 29, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
South Coast Bayern Opens Milk Cup 2009
South Coast Bayern Futbol Club, the premier international youth soccer organization in Orange County California, today announced that their boy's under 17 team competed in and emerged victorious in their initial 2009 Milk Cup match in Northern Ireland. The Milk Cup is one of the most prestigious... - July 29, 2009 - South Coast Bayern
Quality Parks Kicks Off Month Long, August 2009, Wild Turkey Sighting Survey
Summer's a great time for enjoying Long Island's natural resources. Why not also support its conservation? - July 29, 2009 - Quality Parks
Tom Joyner Foundation® Donates $200k to Knoxville College
Foundation has donated more than $500k over past year to help Tennessee college - July 29, 2009 - Tom Joyner Foundation
Leadership in Capital Projects Announces October Forum
Owners/users, contractors/suppliers and A/E’s/consultants plan to address today’s most pressing challenges around integrated project delivery, competitive sealed proposals, construction-manager at risk and design-build, all within a collaborative setting. - July 29, 2009 - LinCP Forum/Synergy Builders
Convey Compliance Systems Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event on Challenges in 1099 Tax Information Reporting on 08/26/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Convey Compliance Systems, the market leader in providing on-demand tax information reporting services and software, will sponsor the Knowledge... - July 29, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Wyatt Holliday Foundation Introduces Its Inaugural Community Walk in Tacoma
On Saturday, Sept. 26, The Wyatt Holliday Foundation will hold its inaugural “Exceptional Families 3K Walk & Roll” event in Tacoma to bring families in the community together to show support for children with varying special needs. Owen Beach at Point Defiance Park in Tacoma will be... - July 29, 2009 - The Wyatt Holliday Foundation
Robert T. Cole, Senior Counsel of Alston and Bird LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Transfer Pricing 101 Live Webcast on 08/19/2009
The Knowledge Group/Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Robert T. Cole, Senior Counsel, of Alston and Bird LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Transfer Pricing 101 Live... - July 29, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Willow Creek Association’s Leadership Summit 2009 — CCN Edition Via Satellite. Summit Faculty to Include Tony Blair and Bono.
On August 14 and 15 leaders throughout North America will have an unprecedented opportunity to hear a world class line-up of global leaders at the Willow Creek Leadership Summit 2009 — via satellite on CCN. Willow Creek Association (WCA) has partnered with Church Communication Network (CCN)... - July 28, 2009 - Live Oak Community Church
2.36 Billion Rupees of Universal Service Fund for Rural Telecom and Broadband Projects in unserved areas of Pakistan
Universal Service Fund signed contracts for providing basic telecom services in Nasirabad (Balochistan) with CM Pak and Broadband Services in Multan Telecom Region (Southern Punjab) with World Call. CEO CM Pak, Mr. Qian Li and CEO World Call, Babar Ali Syed signed these contracts with CEO Universal Service Fund, Parvez Iftikhar. - July 28, 2009 - Universal Service Fund - Pakistan
Looking for a Job? Prepare to be Drug Tested
i4cp Study: Most Companies Drug Test, Especially During Pre-Employment - July 28, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
New Interactive Learning Community Launches Live Online Breakthrough Courses
My Rx for Living, an online learning and coaching center has begun accepting registrations for its Fall 2009 Breakthrough Courses. Utilizing a high-speed Internet connection, an interactive video, voice, and text communication interface and highly qualified and respected course leaders, the company... - July 28, 2009 - My Rx for Living
Parent Coaching Institute Slashes Tuition by $1000 -- Lowest Tuition in Six Years
Family support professionals experience the burden of our nation’s economic woes more than many other professions due to government funding cuts. The leading parent coaching organization, the Parent Coaching Institute (PCI), responds to the needs of these professionals, who are the traditional PCI applicants, by reducing the tuition of its distance learning Parent Coach Certification® Training Program to $4800, a $1000 discount and lowest tuition in six years, offered until August 21, 2009. - July 27, 2009 - Parent Coaching Institute
Gospel Party in The Park Community Event
Gospel Party in the Park. Saturday August 15th, 2009. 1 5 pm - Free and Open to the Public. Free food, giveaways, haircuts and Health Vendors - July 27, 2009 - The Kings Temple Church
Hurricane Protection Professionals and Building Officials to Meet in New Orleans - August 21st
The International Hurricane Protection Association (IHPA) will conduct its August Meeting at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. The event will feature a General Membership Meeting with Guest Speaker Norman Morris, CAE – Senior VP, Louisiana Realtors and Luncheon, Panel Discussions featuring noted Hurricane Protection experts and a Networking Reception. - July 27, 2009 - International Hurricane Protection Association
CISNC Releases Podcast on Gang Activity as It Relates to Dropout Rates
Linda Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), has announced the formal release of an audio podcast with Danya Perry, field services specialist for the organization. - July 26, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
HSI Welcomes Jeff Lindsey, CLO
HSI Announces New Chief Learning Officer - July 26, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
Mark Cates to Discuss Recruiting Systems Technology
Career Transformations has announced that Mark Cates, a research and development director of information technology, will be the speaker at the group’s next meeting on Wednesday, July 29 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. in the fellowship hall of Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church, located at 7506... - July 26, 2009 - Career Transformations
The Imitators of Life's Playwright, Velma Perry Releases Book of Poetry
The Grace of God Journey Pieces in Poetry. - July 26, 2009 - The Imitators of Life, Inc.
Back to Life, Back to Normality...Recovering from Psychosis
Douglas Turkington joins guest host Dr. Mark Green on July 27, 2009 to discuss his work in the realm of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and his new book titled ‘Back to Life, Back to Normality’. - July 26, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
Lupus Research Institute: Pleased at On-Going Congressional Support for National Lupus Health Education Program
The U.S. House of Representatives today approved its Fiscal Year 2010 appropriations bill for health programs and included $1 million for a second year of funding to continue the national lupus health education program for physicians and healthcare providers. The education program is being led by... - July 25, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute
Art Energy Design Launches the Power Flower
Art Energy Design launched its first project, the Pittsburgh Power Flower, a twelve foot wind driven kinetic sculpture in the form of a giant potted sunflower. Sun and wind energy are generated with a wind turbine driven by spinning flower petals and photo voltaic solar film leaf surfaces. The sculpture provides public access to DC power for laptops, phones and other electrical devices. The flower also powers colored LED lighting for dynamic night illumination. - July 25, 2009 - Art Energy Design
Health Reform Means Increased Unemployment Predicts Texas Association of Health Underwriters
Texas Insurance Agents Broadcast Possible Outcomes of Health Care Reform Bill. - July 25, 2009 - Texas Association of Health Underwriters
‘Works Both Ways.com’ Finally, Some Good News for Job-Hunters
A recession-busting solution for skilled jobseekers and those who need their expertise. - July 25, 2009 - Works Both Ways
Second Chance Pet Adoptions Names Annual Auction for the Animals Sponsors
Kristine Mayberry, president of Second Chance Pet Adoptions (www.secondchancenc.org), has announced that the ninth annual Auction for the Animals sponsors. The auction will be held on from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 25 at Delightful Inspirations in Casper Park, located at 5511 Avent Ferry... - July 25, 2009 - Second Chance Pet Adoptions
American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine Launches New Web Site
The American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine has launched its newly designed website. Designed by McMurry, the new site is more dynamic and user-friendly, offering five distinct areas organized to meet the specific needs of each visitor. A cleaner, simpler layout allows users to quickly locate... - July 25, 2009 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
MTA Assists Malaysia in Expanding National Medical Travel Initiative
MTA's Managing Director, Asia Pacific region was asked to serve as Technical Expert Industry Consultant as Malaysia focuses on its medical travel and health & wellness tourism country-wide initiative. Malaysia can become a world-class medical and health tourism hub, said the managing director... - July 25, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Voices of Courage: An Evening with Pakistani Women's Rights Activist Sameena Nazir
Global Goods Partners (GGP), a NYC-based Fair Trade organization, is pairing up with local organic boutique Sustainable NYC to host Sameena Nazir, founder of Potohar Organization for Development Advocacy (PODA), an NGO that works for the promotion and protection of human rights in rural... - July 25, 2009 - Global Goods Partners
Englewood Senior Wins NJCTS Scholarship
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Awards 2009 Children's Scholarship to Benjamin Miller - July 25, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
The Dinner Garden Helps Starving Children Grow Gardens
The Dinner Garden is giving away free fruit and vegetable seeds to the United States school kids who only eat when they get a free meal at school. - July 25, 2009 - The Dinner Garden
Morrison & Foerster’s David M. Lynn to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Understanding New Compliance & Disclosure Interpretations ("C&DIs")
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Dennis Bertron, Partner, Behar Bertron PLLC will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding New Compliance &... - July 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Five Time Grammy Nominee Jazmine Sullivan Helps Inspire People to Give Back at Philadelphia's Nicetown CDC's 7th Annual Give Back to the Community Festival
Are you giving back? The Nicetown CDC and Jazmine Sullivan want to inspire you to actively give back to your community. Come, be a part of NTCDCs 7th Annual Give Back To The Community Festival & Concerts with Philly's own Jazmine Sullivan August 7 and 8, 2009, 12pm - 9pm daily at the Nicetown Park on 4300 Germantown Avenue. Come sign the Give Back Wall while enjoying two days of culture, fun, learning, and celebrating the power of giving back. - July 25, 2009 - Nicetown Community Development Corporation (CDC)
Registration Deadline - September 1 - for 2009 WOW Writers Conference in Vegas
Viva Las Vegas! Experience Las Vegas And attend the 2009 WOW Writers Conference - mixing pleasure with business. Nineteen dynamic workshops, keynotes, panels, luncheon and banquet. - July 24, 2009 - Wizards of Words Writers Conference
JustJobs.com and AfterCollege Partner to Distribute Entry-Level Jobs and Internships
AfterCollege partners with JustJobs to provide more entry-level opportunities to college students and recent graduates. - July 24, 2009 - LatPro Inc.
Going Deeper Into Love - Introduction to The Human Awareness Institute
The Human Awareness Institute (HAI) is ready to 'wow' you with breakthrough information on how to attract more love into your lives. HAI workshops are about going deeper into love, releasing the fear that gets in your way. - July 24, 2009 - The Human Awareness Institute
Women Singers- Enjoy Tropical Beach Night with Profile Chorus
Women who are interested in singing are invited to join the award-winning Profile Chorus for a fun Tropical Beach Night, where the award-winning chorus will teach you how to sing Under the Boardwalk in 4-part, a cappella style. If you enjoy singing & need a girls' night out, come to this open... - July 24, 2009 - Profile Chorus
Raleigh Ducks Unlimited Holds 1st Annual Reverse Raffle Banquet to Promote Wetlands and Waterfowl Conservation
The Raleigh Ducks Unlimited Chapter will be sponsoring its first annual reverse raffle banquet to promote wetlands and waterfowl conservation. - July 24, 2009 - Ducks Unlimited Raleigh Chapter
Empowerment Through Hearing is Giving Sound Advice to Parents -- Check Out Hearing Loss During Back-to-School Check-Ups
With one in eight students now suffering from hearing loss, health advocate Kathlyn Maguire is giving sound advice to parents to include hearing screenings in their back-to-school health checks. Maguire is founder and president of Empowerment Through Hearing, a not-for-profit organization... - July 24, 2009 - Empowerment Through Hearing
Members of Congress and Health Advocates Speak Out on the “Silent Diseases” Hepatitis B & Hepatitis C
An Open-to-the-Public Hepatitis B&C Screening hosted by House Representatives on Capitol Hill Draws Crowds and Builds Awareness of the Diseases’ Devastating Effects. - July 24, 2009 - Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations
Mind the Gap Marketing Solutions Welcomes Two New Staff Members
These new positions were created in response to continued growth of Mind the Gap’s client base and increasing demand for the marketing strategy and tools that the firm provides. - July 24, 2009 - Mind the Gap Marketing Solutions
ISPE and INTERPHEX Team Up for European Exhibition
ISPE and INTERPHEX have partnered for the first time to deliver a European product and services exhibition at the ISPE 2009 Strasbourg Conference being held 28 September - 1 October in Strasbourg, France. - July 24, 2009 - ISPE
Batten Disease Support & Research Association Hosts 21st Annual Conference in St. Louis for Families with Children Affected by Devastating Fatal Disorder
BDSRA hosted their 21st annual conference for families who have children with Batten Disease. The conference included educational sessions from lead researchers and medical experts currently doing research to find a therapeutic solution and ultimately a cure for this disease. Batten Disease is a genetic neurological disorder that brings an early death to each child it affects. - July 24, 2009 - Batten Disease Support & Research Association