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S.L.E. Lupus Foundation, 1st Lupus Organization Ever Selected as Charity Partner for ING New York City Marathon
The S.L.E. Lupus Foundation has been selected as an official charity for the ING New York City Marathon 2009, making it the first lupus organization ever to host a team in this famous race that has a broadcast reach to more than 300 million people worldwide. The Foundation currently has 25 openings for runners to participate in their “Team Life Without Lupus.” - June 09, 2009 - S.L.E. Lupus Foundation
Plan Your Escape from the Economic Climate This Summer with GVI
For those with extended university or summer breaks, or for those looking for that something different, Global Vision International (GVI) has recommended our Top Ten summer volunteering programs from 1 week to 2 months designed to suit any situation. - June 09, 2009 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Jewish & Palestinian Students Unite to Answer Obama’s Call to Action in Cairo by Launching Lending Site to Empower Entrepreneurs in the Middle East
A group of four Jewish and Palestinian students have recently answered Obama’s call to interfaith service by launching LendforPeace.org, a grassroots organization that promotes economic opportunity and stability in the Middle East. The organization is a not-for-profit Internet platform that allows individuals to make small loans to specific micro-entrepreneurs in the West Bank in the context of peace in the region. - June 09, 2009 - LendforPeace.org
KnaEco International Offering Virtual Customized and Cost-Effective Services to Nonprofits
KnaEco International, Inc. is offering a virtual customized consultancy to nonprofits nationwide that are being impacted by the economic downturn. Services range from grant writing, community-based research, collaborations, nonprofit business development, marketing, and advocacy services on Capitol... - June 09, 2009 - KNAECO International, Inc.
Rio Salado Pop Warner 2009 Football & Cheer Night at Laser Quest
Rio Salado Pop Warner Football & Cheer has served the East Valley for over 30 years (Tempe, Ahwatukee, Chandler, Mesa, Phoenix, & Maricopa). Now accepting registrations for the fall 2009 upcoming season. - June 09, 2009 - Rio Salado PW
Lansing Community College, Going for World Record to Raise Money for Local Kids
Lansing Community College and Culinary Professor Chef Nick are attempting to break the world record for the largest slab of fudge. Proceeds from the sale of the fudge go to support kids in need. Please help support this great cause, order your fudge today at www.candyrecord.com. - June 08, 2009 - Lansing Community College record event
All Dressed Up and Ready for Work
Moxxie Network and Dress for Success Come Together to Support Women Returning to Work - Networking, Presentations, Career Advice, Speed Coaching, Clothing Drive. - June 08, 2009 - Moxxie Network
Companies Still Concerned About Social Networking Risks
i4cp study: Leaking of confidential information and damage to reputation cited as top concerns - June 08, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Newark Gay and Lesbian Group to Raise Gay Pride Flag at City Hall
In celebration of the fifth annual Newark-Essex Gay Pride week, the City of Newark and Newark-Essex Pride Coalition will host a flag raising ceremony on the steps of City Hall. After a brief program featuring remarks by Councilman Ron Rice and local LGBT leaders the rainbow flag will be hoisted in front of City Hall where it will remain for the duration of pride week. - June 08, 2009 - Newark-Essex Pride Coalition
The Dinner Garden Provides Free Seeds to Family and Community Gardeners
The Dinner Garden seeks to end hunger by teaching people to grow their own food and supplying them with free seeds. - June 08, 2009 - The Dinner Garden
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County Receives Non-Profit of the Year Award from the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce for 2009
Organization is recognized for its business best practices in serving more than 8,500 needy children in Sarasota County. - June 07, 2009 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County
NPSA Invites Portable Storage Industry Vendors to Annual Baltimore Crab Feat
The National Portable Storage Association is inviting its members and prospective members to the annual Crab Feast in Baltimore to network with industry veterans. - June 07, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Jonathan Sambur, Senior Associate, Mayer Brown LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Understanding the New Qualified Intermediary (QI) Program for Foreign Financial Institutions
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Jonathan Sambur, Senior associate, Mayer Brown LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding the New Qualified Intermediary (QI) Program for Foreign... - June 07, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
National Hispanic Entrepreneurs’ Organization Participates in UNC Kenan-Flagler New Ventures: Discovery Class
Juan Pablo Giometti, president and CEO of National Hispanic Entrepreneurs’ Organization, has announced that the organization is participating in the University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School’s New Ventures: Discovery class. NHEO will provide students with information... - June 07, 2009 - National Hispanic Entrepreneurs’ Organization
Folsom Personal Trainer Val Fujii Introducing New Cutting Edge Format to Superwomen Boot Camp
If you are looking for a new, different and fun workout, look no further. Folsom Personal Trainer Val Fujii is introducing a cutting edge format to his Superwomen Boot Camp guaranteed to give you the best workout results of your life. - June 07, 2009 - Superwomen Boot Camp
Double Trouble in Recovery
Howie Vogel joins host Mary Woods on One Hour At a time, on Monday June 8th at 3 pm EST, 12pm PST. Tune in on Monday June 8th to hear Howie Vogel discuss the creation and development of Double Trouble in Recovery. Have a question during the show? The listener call in number is 1-866-472-5792. - June 07, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
After School Fashion Show to Benefit Local Kids After School Program
On Friday, June 12th The Long Beach Party Project in conjunction with local charity BLAST (Better Learning After School Today) and Music Saves Lives.org will hold the “After School Fashion & Music Benefit” located at The Shore Ultra Lounge (6200 e. 2nd Street, Long Beach, Ca 90803). Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Long Beach BLAST program and Music Saves Lives. - June 07, 2009 - Long Beach Party Project
Inspired Girls Success Summit Returns to Huntsville, Alabama
Inspired Girls will present its second annual Success Summit to teen girls in Huntsville, Alabama. The event goes beyond increasing self-esteem and teaches practical information for succeeding at life. - June 07, 2009 - Inspired Girls
Boeing Integrated Defense Systems at El Segundo Satellite Development Center Wins TOCICO North American Achievement Award for 2009
TOCICO recognizes the Boeing Satellite Development Center for its demonstrated longevity in the successful use of TOC tools and significant contribution to the TOC community. - June 06, 2009 - TOCICO
Freedom In Creation Tour
The Freedom In Creation Tour is a unique concert and art exhibition experience to benefit the work of Freedom In Creation in Northern Uganda. - June 06, 2009 - Freedom In Creation
Steven P. Hannes, Partner of McDermott Will & Emery LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Understanding New IRS Rules That Restrict Profits Sent Overseas on 06/18/2009
The Knowledge Group/Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Steven P. Hannes, Partner, of McDermott Will & Emery LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding New IRS Rules... - June 06, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
uwemp Partners with National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship to Offer Entrepreneur Networking and Writing Program
uwemp, an open-source media company, is partnering with the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship to provide NACCE’s members with a Web-based Entrepreneur Networking and Writing Program at both the student and curriculum levels. - June 06, 2009 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Social Networking Gurus to Give Away Free Tickets to Up-Coming Tekworking Event in Chicago
10 Free tickets will be given away to lucky business professionals for the Tekworking Event in Chicago. Tekworking combines the power of traditional networking with the ingenuity of internet tools, such as Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. - June 06, 2009 - Tekworking
JumpIntoTomorrow.com to Provide Expanded Breakthrough Technology Content with Marketwire-Powered 'Breakthrough Press Box'
JumpIntoTomorrow.com, a site that markets breakthrough technology and innovative thinking, recently added Marketwire press releases to its collection of technology-focused news content via its 'Breakthrough Press Box.' JumpIntoTomorrow.com features and promotes technology from all the corners of... - June 06, 2009 - Jump Into Tomorrow
WDMA Releases Window, Door, Skylight and Curtain Wall Market Study
The Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) and the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) have jointly released the updated 2008/2009 U.S. Industry Statistical Review and Forecast. This report delivers accurate and timely information on window, door, skylight and curtain... - June 06, 2009 - Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA)
Inspirational Twitter-Style Website GivesMeHope.com Receives 185,000 Hits in Its First 24 Hours
Called "Bite-size, Chicken Soup Stories for the Twitter Generation" - visitors share their most hopeful, uplifting moments and raise money for charity. - June 06, 2009 - GivesMeHope.com
CWF Joins Canadian and U.S. Environmental Leaders at Historic Enviro-Summit
Joint-Declaration Outlines Collaboration on Climate Negotiations, Dirty Fuels and Arctic Protection. - June 06, 2009 - Canadian Wildlife Federation
The Medical Tourism Association's World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress™ Announces a New Topic for It’s 2009 Agenda – October 26-28th 2009
International Clinical Trials and Research and Development (R&D) As the world globalizes many international clinical trials and R&D projects are now being done throughout the world. What do these international opportunities mean for pharmaceutical companies, medical companies, governments,... - June 06, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Dozens of U.N. Groups, NGOs and Tech Companies Join BluMail to Provide “Make-A-Difference” Internet Portal for Developing Nations
Leading UN groups, NGOs, nonprofits and tech firms join BluMail as alliance members to make a difference in the lives of millions of people in developing nations. Launched in the fall of 2008 at the UN with support from UN groups and the Cisco Foundation, BluMail provides free e-mail accounts, educational content, employment leads, and information on entrepreneurship, networking, mentoring, and volunteering to individuals in developing countries who are new to using the Internet. - June 06, 2009 - BluMail
IUFoST and CIFST Form Expert Panel on Food Safety Dedicated to Improving Standards Within China
First meeting in Beijing, June 25-26 to discuss emerging and established issues facing the Chinese food community. - June 06, 2009 - International Union of Food Science and Technology
International Day of Slayer Celebrates Heavy Metal Culture on June 6
The International Day of Slayer, a holiday celebrated June 6 worldwide, uses Slayer as a symbol for heavy metal, which is increasingly being recognized as a culture in its own right, joining others in our pluralistic society. - June 06, 2009 - American Nihilist Underground Society
CISNC Participates in Summer Public Health Research Institute and Videoconference on Minority Health
Linda Harrill, president and CEO of Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) (www.cisnc.org), a nonprofit that helps youths stay in school, has announced that the organization will participate in a live, interactive videoconference presented by UNC Chapel Hill on Tuesday, June 9 at 1:30 p.m. - June 06, 2009 - Communities In Schools Of North Carolina
Global Brands Fight the Product Pirates
Economic hardship is likely to be a recipe for increased criminality – especially in product counterfeiting and if brand owners cut back on their anti-counterfeiting efforts, the market will be more attractive for fakes. While companies will inevitably be taking a hard look at their costs, combating counterfeits is proven to be an effective way to maintain turnover and market share. - June 06, 2009 - International Authentication Association
PepsiAmericas Inc. Becomes Diamond Sponsor of NAMWOLF’s 2009 Annual Meeting
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms announced PepsiAmericas, Inc. as a Diamond Level Sponsor. - June 05, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
"Making Friends with Flowers" to Reach Four Continents This Spring
On June 7, 2009, children and families will gather at Brooklyn Botanic Garden to create an autobiographical rose as part of “Making Friends With Flowers,” (MFWF) an international family art program developed by Others Are Us. MFWF brings people together at botanical gardens around the world to celebrate a shared love of nature, art and family time. Recognizing the simple things we have in common creates an empathy that unites people and bridges geographical distances and cultural differences - June 05, 2009 - Others Are Us
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Marks Impact of 25 Years of Service to Region
Foundation makes $25,000 anniversary grants to 25 nonprofit organizations in region. - June 05, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Medical Tourism Association's Medical Tourism Magazine Announces Issue 10 Special Issue: What Patients Are Saying About You
The Medical Tourism Association is pleased to share their newly released Issue 10 Special Issue: What Patients Are Saying About You with you. Please go to the Medical Tourism Magazine website to view. Scroll down to Issue 10 Special Issue: What Patients Are Saying About You. Highlights from this... - June 05, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations (AAPCHO) Executive Director Jeffrey Caballero Honored with Community Health Champion Award
AAPCHO Executive Director Jeffrey Caballero received the first-ever Community Health Champion Award presented at APIAHF’s biennial conference this past Monday evening, sharing the stage and honor with fellow health leaders including Dr. Garth Graham, Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Office... - June 05, 2009 - Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations
HFC International Interview with Anne Graham Lotz Discovers - Billy Graham - Growing (Old) in God’s Grace
World renowned evangelist Billy Graham has had to readjust his life because of Parkinson’s Disease. - June 05, 2009 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Volunteers Honored for Creating Safe Places for Foster Care Kids
Local Individuals and Groups Receive Special Recognition Awards - June 05, 2009 - Hillsides
Navigating Troubled Waters
The Canadian Wildlife Federation is launching a new French language documentary on threats facing wildlife in the historic St. Lawrence seaway during Rivers to Oceans Week June 8-14. The 30 minute program Navigating Troubled Waters is airing several times on the Quebec television network Canal... - June 05, 2009 - Canadian Wildlife Federation
Grand Traverse Yacht Club Hosts 12th Annual Hound Dog Regatta Regatta and Festivities Open to the Public
Marking its 12th year at the Grand Traverse Yacht Club, the Hound Dog Regatta is slated to run Friday June 19th through Sunday June 21st. The annual race is the 1st official event in 2009 that will take place at the brand new yacht club. - June 05, 2009 - Grand Traverse Yacht Club
PokerPros Launches Free Poker Room
PokerPros has only been part of the online gaming environment for a little over 6 months, yet has managed to swiftly establish itself as a prominent poker diplomat with a variety of tools available to its registry of members. - June 04, 2009 - Poker Pros
Job Board Industry Veteran Launches New Job Search Engine
LatPro, Inc.just launched JustJobs.com, a new job search engine intended to simplify job search. JustJobs.com is a vertical job search engine that searches positions from other job boards and employers’ websites. JustJobs.com follows the launch of LatPro’s DiversityJobs.com search engine in 2006. - June 04, 2009 - LatPro Inc.
HFC International Investigative Film Discovers - God at work in China
In spite of worldwide economic woes the economy – the Christian church in China is flourishing. - June 04, 2009 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Opera Singer Leaves Low Notes Behind - Meets HFC International TV Crew
Opera singer Liliana Oliveri contemplates her past in a Milan, Italy TV interview. - June 04, 2009 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Colorado BioScience Association Applauds Governor Bill Ritter’s Signing of House Bills 1035 and 1105, Ensuring Colorado’s Position as a Thriving Location for Bioscience
Colorado Governor Bill Ritter has signed HB 1035 (expanding sales and use tax for medical device companies) and HB 1105 (Angel Investment Tax Credit), ensuring Colorado’s position as a thriving location for bioscience and emerging technology companies. The announcement is made by John Collar,... - June 04, 2009 - Colorado BioScience Association
New Emerald Brand 100% Biodegradable Facial Tissue
Emerald™ Eco-friendly Facial Tissue is made from Bagasse and is bleached by Hydrogen Peroxide. - June 04, 2009 - Paradigm Group
Emerald Brand 100% Biodegradable Heavy Duty Plates
The Emerald™ eco-friendly plates are 100% Biodegradable and made from sugar cane fiber. - June 04, 2009 - Paradigm Group
Leonard Schneidman, of Counsel, Pepper Hamilton LLP 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 Leonard Schneidman, of Counsel, Pepper Hamilton LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “FY2010 Budget Greenbook Proposes... - June 04, 2009 - The Knowledge Group