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Learning in the 21st Century Featured at Learning Disabilities Conference
"Learning in the 21st Century" is the theme of this year’s Learning Disabilities Association (LDA) of Michigan Conference. Lynell Burmark, Ph.D. and Christopher M. Lee, Ph.D. are the featured keynotes at this annual conference along with a one-day symposium on Universal Design in Learning (UDL), and a day- long Teen Transitions strand. UDL and access to education will take center stage. - September 27, 2009 - Learning Disabilities Association of Michigan
Global Development Stifled by Lack of Investment in Girls: Plan Canada
Failing to send girls to school is costing the world’s poorest countries billions of dollars a year, a major new report from Plan International warns today. Lack of education for girls in developing countries means that millions of girls and women are confined to unskilled work – not... - September 27, 2009 - Plan Canada
Olympic Gold Medalist Jennifer Heil, Canadian Idol Finalist Tara Oram and Local Teen Girls Gather for National Campaign Launch
Because I Am A Girl national campaign is set in motion with the kick-off of a Canadian documentary tour. Today at Berczy Park in Toronto, local teen girls joined Olympic gold medalist and freestyle skier Jennifer Heil for the kick-off of a national campaign that aims to raise awareness in Canada... - September 27, 2009 - Plan Canada
Washington DC Non-Profit Bridges of Understanding Welcomes New Executive Director to Its Ranks
Bridges of Understanding Foundation, a non-profit based in Washington, DC, announces the appointment of Ms. Carey Kluttz as Executive Director. - September 27, 2009 - Bridges of Understanding
American Foundation for Children with AIDS Climbs Up Kilimanjaro
Charity Climb a Huge Success. - September 27, 2009 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Australian Patent Validates EOS Remediation’s Strong Foundation of Intellectual Property
EOS Remediation, LLC, a developer and manufacturer of advanced technologies for groundwater restoration, announced that the Australian Patent Office (IP Australia) has awarded a patent to Solutions-IES. This patent, AU # 782548, is for groundwater bioremediation using emulsified oils. EOS... - September 27, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
CARD Brings Experts Together for an East Coast Autism Conference This October
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc. will bring six of its autism experts to present a full day of workshops for parent and professional development, Rochester, New York on October 28, 2009. - September 26, 2009 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
Val, a labrador retriever and Hurricane Katrina survivor who was found barely alive, was lucky enough to have found his way into a loving home in suburban Chicago. Along with his sister, Brandy, who is also a shelter dog, they recently launched their “Real Dogs with Real Tales” stories in a series of books: Brandy and Val, Brandy and Val’s Favorite Things, and Brandy and Val’s Special Story. Brandy and Val can become members of the family with accompanying tie-in plush toys (sold separately). - September 26, 2009 - Brandy and Val, LLC
Wake County SmartStart to Present at North Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children Annual Conference
In its continuing commitment to ensuring quality childcare in Wake County, five early childhood education professionals from Wake County SmartStart will present three workshops during the 2009 North Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children (NCAEYC) annual conference. All three... - September 26, 2009 - Wake County SmartStart
N.C. Water Rights Applauds Gov. Perdue’s Support of State Recapture for Yadkin Hydroelectric Project
The N.C. Water Rights Coalition (www.ncwaterrights.org) is commending Gov. Bev Perdue for filing evidence on September 18, 2009, with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in opposition to a 50-year licensing renewal request by Alcoa Power Generating, Inc. (“Alcoa”) for the Yadkin... - September 26, 2009 - Stanly County
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Awards More Than $1 Million in Grants to Area Nonprofit Organizations
The Board of Trustees of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan (www.cfsem.org) approved $1,043,379 in grants to nonprofit organizations working to improve the quality of life in the region. The Board approved the grants at its September meeting. The following organizations are among those... - September 26, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Progress Energy Joins Enable America in North Carolina Expansion
Enable America, the non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is expanding operations in Raleigh and North Carolina. Progress Energy, which has been proactive in supporting and developing a diverse workforce, is joining Enable America as their official local partner. - September 26, 2009 - Enable America
National Yoga Month Offers More Than Just Free Yoga
Emphasizing the message of preventative health and wellness, National Yoga Month September offers a full seven days of free yoga classes at participating yoga studios from coast to coast. - September 26, 2009 - Yoga Health Foundation
Katten Muchin’s Ronni G. Davidowitz to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on Estate Tax Legislation - 2010 is Here: What Now?
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Ronni G. Davidowitz, Chair, New York Trusts & Estates Department, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast... - September 26, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Caplin & Drysdale’s Beth Shapiro Kaufman to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on Estate Tax Legislation - 2010 is Here: What Now?
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Beth Shapiro Kaufman, Member, Caplin & Drysdale will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Estate Tax Legislation - 2010 is... - September 26, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Diamonds International Launches DiamondsInternational.org, a Website That Showcases the Charities They Support Worldwide
Diamonds International, the world’s largest duty free jeweler, has launched DiamondsInternational.org, a charity site focused on community outreach, fundraising and sponsorships for communities that are home to DI cutting, polishing and retail locations worldwide. - September 25, 2009 - Diamonds International
Charles Dickens' Great-Great Grandson to Perform in the New York City Premiere of His One-Man Production of A Christmas Carol
Gerald Charles Dickens, the great-great grandson of Charles Dickens, will perform in the New York City premiere of his one-man production of A Christmas Carol at the Park Avenue Christian Church (“The Park”), Friday and Saturday, December 4 and 5, at 4 pm and 8 pm. The Park is located... - September 25, 2009 - Park Avenue Christian Church
Family Holiday Association to Recruit Team for the Malta Marathon/Half Marathon
The Family Holiday Association is recruiting a team to take part in the Malta Marathon or Half Marathon on 28 February 2010 and raise funds to help give severely disadvantaged children a much-needed family break. - September 25, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
Prestigious Speakers Toastmasters to Find Funniest Speech
Listening to a bunch of speeches hardly sounds like fun, unless it's at their Humorous Speech and Table Topics Contest going on Tuesday September 29th 2009 at Prestigious Speakers. - September 25, 2009 - Prestigious Speakers Toastmasters BCN
From Social Media MedSpa Marketing Tips to Reading Financials, the IAPAM's Aesthetic Practice Startup Workshop Offers It All
Both business and clinical training is the best foundation upon which a successful medical spa can be launched. Therefore, only the IAPAM now offers a choice of educational programs. From Botox training, to marketing, the IAPAM offers the industry’s most comprehensive workshops for healthcare professionals. The IAPAM's Aesthetic Practice Startup Workshop is the only medical spa program highlighting the latest information on social media marketing as taught by Harvard Business School. - September 25, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Military Spouses Helping Raise Funds for USA Cares’ Warrior Treatment Today Program
Military spouses across the country are creating “one of a kind” TShirts for their deployed loved ones through the TShirts 4 Soldiers program. This program is a unique and fun way for Americans to support our deployed troops, while helping wounded warriors here at home. - September 25, 2009 - Home Sweet Home Campaign
Gary Newberry Kicks Off Campaign for Florida House - District 66
Gary Newberry, of Winter Haven, officially kicked off his 2010 run for Florida House – District 66 Tuesday night, with a fundraiser held at the Winter Haven Garden Center. - September 25, 2009 - Friends of Newberry for Florida House - District 66
Getting Through to Difficult People Discussed in Upcoming Presentation October 7
Professional coaching organization hosts presentation from Dr. Mark Goulston on cracking the communication code - September 25, 2009 - Professional Coaches and Mentors Association - LA
Volunteers Wrap to Benefit National Inclusion Project
Clay Aiken's National Inclusion Project recently announced their 6th annual holiday gift-wrapping awareness campaign and fundraiser, Wrapping for Inclusion. The campaign will take place in shopping malls and stores across the country throughout the 2009 Holiday season. - September 25, 2009 - The National Inclusion Project
Cuts for Cats and Canines Event to Benefit Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Kristine Mayberry, president of Second Chance Pet Adoptions (www.secondchancenc.org), has announced that Salon Moxie is having a Cuts for Cats and Canines event on Sunday, Sept. 27 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For a $20 donation, customers will receive a professional human wet haircut and 100 percent of... - September 25, 2009 - Second Chance Pet Adoptions
NASBA Selects Boston for 2010 Expo
Preview Luncheon at Successful Expo Provides Insight into Next Year - September 25, 2009 - National Association for State Boards of Accountancy
MSCM LLP, Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress' Event on IFRS on 10/29/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that MSCM LLP, a provider of audit, accounting, tax planning and management solutions to businesses will be a sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming... - September 24, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Dr. Timothy Daniel, SVP, NERA Economic Consulting to Speak at KC’s Event Antitrust & Technology for Attorneys on February 4, 2010
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Dr. Timothy Daniel, Senior Vice President of NERA Economic Consulting, (Former Assistant Director, Antitrust, FTC’s Bureau of Economics) will speak at... - September 24, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Bridgette Hodges, Partner-in-Charge, SEC Regulatory Matters, Grant Thornton to Speak at KC’s Foreign Issuer Reporting Enhancements on 11/9/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Bridgette Hodges, Partner-in-Charge, SEC Regulatory Matters, National Professional Standards Group of Grant Thornton LLP will speak at the Knowledge... - September 24, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Celebrates Five Years of Assisting Families Worldwide
Lisa Valentino, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that Sept. 1, 2009 marked the organization’s fifth year anniversary of assisting families worldwide. Me Fine provides financial assistance to families that are sacrificing their... - September 24, 2009 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Yuri's Night Applauds Global Space-Based Broadcast Featuring Guy Laliberte, Cirque de Soleil, U2 and Al Gore
Yuri's Night wishes to officially express its strongest support for the upcoming Poetic Social Mission Event: Moving Stars and Earth for Water. This performance by the next private space explorer, Guy Laliberte, is scheduled to be broadcast live around the world Friday October 9th, 8:00 PM ET (12 AM GMT) during his stay on the International Space Station. - September 24, 2009 - Yuri's Night
Carol M. McGee, Partner, Co-Leader, Securities Practice, Alston & Bird to Speak at KC’s Event Foreign Issuer Reporting Enhancements on 11/9/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Carol M. McGee, Partner, Co-Leader, Securities Practice, Alston & Bird (Former Deputy Chief Counsel, Division of Corporation Finance, U.S. Securities and... - September 24, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Eugene I. Goldman, Partner, Co-Chair, (SEC) Defense Group, McDermott Will & Emery LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on SOX Section 404B for Small Businesses on 10/30/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Eugene I. Goldman, Partner, Co-Chair, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Defense Group of McDermott Will & Emery LLP, (Former, Senior Counsel,... - September 24, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Robert J. Lipstein, Partner in Charge of Sarbanes Oxley 404 Services, KPMG LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on SOX Section 404B for Small Businesses on 10/30/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Robert J. Lipstein, Partner in Charge of Sarbanes Oxley 404 Services of KPMG LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “SOX... - September 24, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Sam Guzman, Senior Manager, National Audit & Assurance, Reznick Group, P.C. to Speak at KC’s Event on SOX Section 404B for Small Businesses on 10/30/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Sam Guzman, Senior Manager, National Audit & Assurance of Reznick Group, P.C. (Former Assistant Chief Auditor, Public Company Accounting Oversight Board... - September 24, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Steven L. Siemborski, Partner, Regional Advisory Services Leader, Grant Thornton LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on SOX Section 404B for Small Businesses on 10/30/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Steven L. Siemborski, Partner, Regional Advisory Services Leader, National Solution Leader Governance Risk and Compliance of Grant Thornton LLP will speak at... - September 24, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Rick Snyder to Keynote TiECon Midwest 2009
TiE Detroit announces Rick Snyder as Keynote Speaker for TiECon Midwest 2009 - September 24, 2009 - TiE Detroit
CAPAPA Celebrates Right to Know Day Across Canada
CAPAPA - Canadian Association of Professional Privacy and Access Administrators Canadian Privacy and Access Association Celebrates Right to Know Day Across Canada. The Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators (CAPAPA) events across Canada to help increase Canadians’ awareness of their Right to Know about their right to access government-held information. - September 24, 2009 - CAPAPA - The Canadian Association of Professional Access and Privacy Administrators
Women on Board Hosts Workshops for Women Seeking Appointments to Statewide Boards and Commissions
Women on Board (www.nccwps.org), a program of the North Carolina Center for Women in Public Service, will offer two workshops for women interested in appointments to boards and commissions at the municipal, county, and statewide levels. The first workshop will be held Saturday, Sept. 26 from 8:30 a. - September 24, 2009 - Women On Board
Breathe Easy [and Healthy] During Your Remodel
Living through a major home remodel can turn anyone’s life topsy-turvy, but when you suffer from asthma, it can become a hazard to your health. That’s why it’s important to hire a contractor who knows how to minimize indoor air pollution during a home remodel, according to the... - September 24, 2009 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Collections Guru Set to Share Best Practices at NPSA Conference
The National Portable Storage Association has announced Michelle Lewis will teach a workshop about how to collect on delinquent accounts at its 7th annual conference and trade show. - September 24, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Geochemist and Mining Consultant to Speak at College: Raising Public Awareness About the Hazards of Mercury as a Global Pollutant
Research group hosts film festival and lecture series to enlighten the public regarding the hazards of mercury contamination. - September 24, 2009 - College of William & Mary Mercury Global Inquiry Group (sGIG)
Scientology YouTube Video Channel Launches Meet a Scientologist Videos
Find out from Scientologists themselves what Scientology is, and how practicing Scientology religious beliefs have impacted their lives. - September 24, 2009 - Church of Scientology Los Angeles
Birmingham NICU Nurse Wins Award for Babywearing Advocacy
Mandy Welch of Montevallo, Alabama, a nurse in the St. Vincent's Hospital neonatal intensive care unit in Birmingham, Alabama, wins the award for Outstanding Babywearing Advocate in the Healing Professions, in connection with International Babywearing Week. - September 24, 2009 - Babywearing International, Inc.
White Paper Demonstrates Value of Digital Watermarking in Copyright Communication and Image Search
The Digital Watermarking Alliance (DWA) has released a new white paper, “Managing Valuable Digital Assets / Using Digital Watermarking for Copyright Communication and Image Search.” The paper is intended for content owners, marketers, advertisers, attorneys, and anyone who tracks... - September 23, 2009 - Digital Watermarking Alliance
Author and Execution Coach, Anna McCoy to Host Woman Act Now Connect-Working Meeting in DFW Metroplex
Woman Act Now is a movement of execution by women nationally and internationally who want to learn the art of getting life done. Coach Anna McCoy, Chief Encouragement Officer of Woman Act Now, an online and chapter-based organization is hosting a Woman, Act Now Connect-Working Monthly Meeting, September 25, 2009, at 6:30 PM at the estate of Anna and Richmond McCoy. Coach Anna will teach on “Closing the Execution Gap” from her newest book release, Woman, Act Now. - September 23, 2009 - Act Now, Inc.
Peak Performance Strategist, Tony Robbins, Taps crowdSPRING for an Inspirational Eye Into His World
crowdSPRING community invited to redesign Robbins Web Site. - September 23, 2009 - crowdSPRING
New Website Paints a Picture of the Professional Decorator
The Painting and Decorating Association (PDA) has launched a new website to enable householders to connect with professional painters and decorators. - September 23, 2009 - Painting and Decorating Association
Husband and Wife Team Up to Help Post 9/11 War Veterans Suffering from PTSD and TBI
In partnering with Defender Pro, the Home Sweet Home Campaign enters the world of technology to help raise funds for war veterans in need. How one family is working together to help raise $1 million dollars for USA Cares. - September 23, 2009 - Home Sweet Home Campaign
Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women Hosts Meeting on the Future of Commercial Real Estate
Conni Tucker, president of Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (www.trianglecrew.org), an organization which provides a forum for fostering relationships among commercial real estate women professionals in the Triangle market, has announced that the organization will host its next meeting titled... - September 23, 2009 - Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women