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Green Education Foundation and Fisher Elementary School Win Massachusetts 2009 Secretary's Award for Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) granted the Green Education Foundation the Secretary’s Award for Excellence in Environmental Education for their outstanding efforts in furthering environmental learning. The intent of the award program is to honor and support educators “who are going above and beyond curriculum requirements to make a difference in protecting our planet while fostering the next generation of environmental stewards.” - May 28, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Web Courseworks' CEO & 'Chronotron' Creator to Present at Top Training Conference
Jon Aleckson & Joe Rheaume will lead a workshop on “Developing Interactive Learning Objects, Simulations, and Games” at the American Society of Training Directors (ASTD) 2009 International Conference & Exposition in Washington DC on May 30th, 2009 - May 28, 2009 - Web Courseworks
Local Lehigh Valley Seminar to Focus on Growing and Preserving Wealth
Learn what strategies can potentially erode wealth - May 28, 2009 - ReferralWeb
American Impressionism: Paintings from the Phillips Collection
Works by Childe Hassam, Maurice Prendergast, Augustus Vincent Tack, and John Henry Twachtman, are among other American Masters who compose some of this exhibition’s highlights. These artists’ works were among the earliest acquisitions of The Phillips Collection, established in 1921 as America's first museum of modern art. The exhibition opens at the New Mexico Museum of Art on June 5, 2009 and runs through September 13, 2009. - May 28, 2009 - New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs
Bonaire is Pleased to Announce Insel Air Introduces Non-Stop Flights from Miami to Bonaire
The Tourism Corporation Bonaire today announces that Insel Air will be commencing a new weekly non-stop flight from Miami, Florida to Bonaire effective July 4, 2009. The flight will operate weekly on Saturdays throughout the year. - May 27, 2009 - BONHATA
Walk Tia's Way 5k
Battle the life threatening disease Cervical Cancer. 5k Fort Dupont Park Sept 19 2009 in Washington DC. Walk with them. info@tiasway.com. - May 27, 2009 - Tia's Way Inc.
Marketing Magician "Gets Real" with Exclusive Portuguese Agreement
Exclusive agreement to help Portuguese businesses announced by Marketing Magician, Stefan Drew and English language paper, website and radio station - May 27, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
TCE (Total Customer Experience) Model Building e-Workshop for Telecom Operators
TCE (Total Customer Experience) Model Building e-Workshop is designed to help Marketing, Sales and Service Executives build a TCE model to monitor, manage, and enhance the total customer experience across multiple channels and touch-points throughout the whole customer lifecycle. The content of... - May 27, 2009 - G-CEM
Plan Canada Launches Pakistan Appeal to Help 500,000 Children in Escalating Pakistan Conflict
Plan Canada is launching a nationwide fund raising appeal to help more than 800,000 people fleeing into refugee camps to escape the escalating conflict between the Taliban and government forces in northwest Pakistan. "This is the greatest exodus of a terrorized population in such a short... - May 26, 2009 - Plan Canada
Project Lifesaver Program to Receive Statewide Recognition
Project Lifesaver International is proud to announce recognition as the Commonwealth Council on Aging 2009 Best Practice Award winner in the Senior Safety category within the Commonwealth of Virginia. - May 26, 2009 - Project Lifesaver
Rio Salado Pop Warner Football & Cheer Fall 2009 Registration
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. - May 26, 2009 - Rio Salado Pop Warner
IFESH President Guest Expert at Nigeria Election Reform Forum
Representatives from over 45 civil society organizations participated in a forum on "Electoral Reform: Building Strong Coalitions and Using New Media Tools" hosted by the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Robin Renée Sanders, May 19 in Abuja, Nigeria. This was one of a series of forums... - May 26, 2009 - International Foundation for Education and Self Help
United Cultures Organization (UCO), a New International Art Culture Platform
The purposes of the United Cultures Organization are to promote international peace through art, to develop friendly relations among cultures and to be a centre for harmonizing the actions of people, organizations and cultures in attaining these ends. - May 26, 2009 - United Cultures Organization
Global Water Sponsors Steve Carlson as He Prepares to Compete in Cozumel Mexico’s Ironman
Global Waters is proud to announce the sponsoring of Steve Carlson as he prepares to compete in Conzumel Mexico's Ironman scheduled for this November. - May 25, 2009 - Global Water
Main Line Private School Seniors Receive Over $7 Million in Scholarships
Devon Prep’s Class of 2009 Receive Over 275 College Acceptances, 14 from Ivy League Schools. - May 25, 2009 - Devon Preparatory School
The AlumniCard Network Launches "Alumni Talk" a Forum for Alumni Associations
Information about the AlumniCard Networks forum "Alumni Talk." - May 25, 2009 - AlumniCard
"American Bikers for Charities™" Located in Cheyenne, WY Are Hosting the "Katelynn Stinnett National Memorial Run" June 13, 2009
Due to the horrific story based around a 2 year old little girl named Katelynn Stinnett, local Bikers in Cheyenne, WY have started a New Group in order to support Child Abuse in Wyoming. A.B.F.C.™ was originated in January of 2009 in Cheyenne, WY. - May 24, 2009 - American Bikers For Charities
British Space Organisation Launch Their ‘Your Voice in Space’ Campaign in Collaboration with Bournemouth University
Today, the British Space Organisation launched it’s new youth orientated campaign ‘Your Voice In Space’. The BSO has teamed up with one of the best Media schools in the country at Bournemouth University in order to combine the knowledge and expertise of the students within the... - May 24, 2009 - British Space Organisation
Olympicos Soccer Club and Chivas USA Announces Olympicos Celebration Day and Registration
Olympicos Soccer Club has partnered with the Chivas USA street team for its May 30th Celebration. This event is free t o the public at Otay Park 1366 Albany Ave. Chula Vista CA 91911 from 1PM-4PM. Chivas will bring its street team with a player for autographs, prize giveaways and inflatable game. Olympicos will provide mini-clinic on fundamental field skills, position play and club recognition awards. - May 24, 2009 - Olympicos Soccer Club
2009 Arizona Book Awards: Top Arizona Books and Publishers Recognized at Arizona Club Gala Event
The Arizona Book Publishing Association hosted its annual Arizona Book Awards presentation on May 9, 2009 at the Arizona Club in downtown Phoenix. The black-tie event was attended by authors, publishers, and designers who gathered to celebrate the publishing excellence of books produced during 2008. - May 24, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
Glenn Beck to Keynote Gala - George Wythe University's Singular Mission: "Building Statesmen" - National Shortage of Statesmen Addressed by Debut of Online Training
National radio and TV personality Glenn Beck will deliver the keynote address at George Wythe University’s (GWU) annual black-tie fundraiser Gala on the evening of May 30, 2009, in the rotunda of the Utah State Capitol. Emphasis will be placed on the 17-year-old private liberal arts... - May 24, 2009 - George Wythe University
Launch of New Build Green NH® Website a Resource for Consumers and the Building Industry
Build Green NH® website now the clear source of detailed information on green building techniques, standards, and products. - May 24, 2009 - Home Builders & Remodelers Association of New Hampshire
StayPolitical.com Launches National Initiative: “Changing the Way America Interacts with Our Leaders”
With Growing Interest in the Political Realm, NC Based Company seeks to Provide Easy Source of Accurate Information about Politicians on Internet Recent political milestones have primed US citizens for a source of information about Politicians and their stands on the issues. StayPolitical.com... - May 24, 2009 - StayPolitical.com
Arizona Book Publishing Association Announces 2009 Book Award Finalists
The finalists for the 2009 Arizona Book Awards hosted by the Arizona Book Publishing Association have been determined from more than 120 entries. Winners will be announced at a black-tie optional awards banquet that will be held May 9th at the Arizona Club in downtown Phoenix. - May 23, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
Congressman Frank M. Kratovil, Jr. Addressing MSBA’s Military Law Committee’s Annual Award Banquet Honoring First Brigadier General Philip Sherman Award Recipient
The Military Law Committee of the Maryland State Bar Association is honored to have Congressman Frank M. Kratovil, Jr. address attendees at its first annual award banquet on May 26th, 6PM at the Towson Army National Guard Armory 307 Washington Ave. Baltimore, MD 21204. The award recognizes outstanding legal service to military members or their families. This year’s recipient is J. Michael Lawlor, Esq. - May 23, 2009 - MSBA Military Law Committee
Robert Gellman, Privacy and Information Policy Consultant to Speak at KC’s Event on The Red Flag Rule for Healthcare on 08/4/2009
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcast announced today that Robert Gellman, Privacy and Information Policy Consultant will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “The Red Flag Rule for... - May 23, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Portable Storage Vendors Rush to YouTube
The National Portable Storage Association encourages portable storage vendors to display how-to videos on YouTube and other viral video sites. - May 23, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Youth for Human Rights International World Tour 2009
In honor of the 60th Anniversary of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Youth for Human Rights International (YHRI) is again circling the globe, now on its sixth annual World Tour. The exciting World Tour 2009 includes Argentina, Australia, Barbados, Columbia, Jordan, Mexico,... - May 23, 2009 - Youth for Human Rights Tampa Bay
SailOrbits.com -- The One Stop Shop for Social Networking Among Merchant Mariners and Sea Lovers is Out with Cool New Features and Trendy Looks
SailOrbits.Com is one of its kind as it is the most unique social networking site dedicated to merchant mariners and ocean lovers all over the world. With its multifaceted platform of Blogs, Forums, Q&A, Polls, Music, Videos, and much more, this site makes an honest effort to erode some of the loneliness’ in that of a sailors life by keeping him constantly connected with friends and families back home. - May 23, 2009 - Sailorbits.com - Sailor Maritime Social Community
ARISE Will Present Its Life-Changing Training Programs at the Florida Dept. of Juvenile Justice Headquarters in Tallahassee, FL
Dozens of representatives from juvenile justice and nonprofit organizations will engage in a presentation outlining the remarkable ARISE Life Skills and CHOICES training programs. - May 23, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
Batten Disease Support and Research International Awareness Days
Batten Disease Support and Research Association is holding its annual Batten Disease Awareness Days on June 6 & 7, 2009. - May 23, 2009 - Batten Disease Support and Research Association
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Debuts Green Designation
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR), (www.rrar.com) announced that the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has launched NAR’s Green Designation. The newest designation was designed to help members better understand how the issues of green... - May 23, 2009 - RRAR
T.J. Sullivan, Partner, Drinker Biddle to Speak at KC’s Event on Form 990 for Hospital Reporting on 07/09/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today T. J. Sullivan, Partner, Drinker Biddle LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Form 990 for Hospital Reporting”... - May 23, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Latham & Watkins’ Justin D. Stalls to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ M & A Tax Strategies for Attorneys: A 2009 Perspective on 6/25/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Justin D. Stalls, Associate, Latham & Watkins LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “M & A Tax Strategies for... - May 23, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Obesity Help Comes to Chicago
Join ObesityHelp for information and options on weight loss surgery, plastic surgery, nutrition and fitness. This event will feature professional and dynamic speakers like: Mary Jo Rapini and Dr. Garth Davis of TLC’s Big Medicine, former NFL Falcon Jamie Dukes, bariatric chef Dave Fouts and more. Raffles on Saturday. - May 22, 2009 - ObesityHelp
2009 Lou Groza Charity Golf Event - Golf with Cleveland Browns Alumni Players
The Berea Rotary Club will host the 2009 Lou Groza Charity Golf Event on Thursday, September 10, 2009. This year’s venue has changed and the outing will take place at Coppertop at Cherokee Hills, a premier golf club in Valley City, Ohio. This gala event is open to the public with food, drink... - May 22, 2009 - Berea Rotary
Dream Power Foundation Launches the "Shooting Star Kids" Fundraising Campaign with a Community Culture Celebration
Non-profit movie kicks-off fundraising campaign with free community event and first public preview of Star Kids - May 22, 2009 - Dream Power Foundation
Elizabeth Dold, Principal, Groom Law Group, Chartered to Speak at KC’s Event on IRA and Qualified Plan Distributions: What You Need to Know in 2009 on 8/27/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Elizabeth Dold, Principal, Groom Law Group, Chartered will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “IRA and Qualified Plan Distributions: What you need to know in... - May 22, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Conni Tucker Receives 40 Under 40 Leadership Award
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that Conni Tucker, assistant executive director, has received the Triangle Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Leadership Award, which honors up-and-coming leaders under the age of 40... - May 22, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Salem Vegan Society to Donate Vegan Turkey for Salem Mission's Thanksgiving
With the turkey production in the US at a 167-percent increase in 2007, Salem Vegan Society Director Marc Delaney views the donation of Tofurky, a vegan alternative-turkey product, to the 4th annual Salem Vegan Food Drive this June, as an opportunity to lend vegan charity to homeless shelter residents at the Salem Mission - May 22, 2009 - Salem Vegan Society
IBBA and M&A Source to Benefit Dream House for Medically Fragile Children
The International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and the M&A Source have selected Dream House for Medically Fragile Children as the first charity recipient of the G.I.F.T. (Good Investments for Tomorrow) program during the IBBA – M&A Source Spring 2009 Joint Conference for Professional Development in June. The G.I.F.T. program was introduced to benefit a local charity, and with contributions from its members, the IBBA & M&A Source will be presenting a monetary donation to Dream House. - May 22, 2009 - International Business Brokers Association
First Star's Sixth Annual ‘Come Be a Kid Again’ Celebration for Children's Rights, May 30, 2009 at Historic Wilshire Ebell
Event Honors Humanitarians and Visionaries for their devotion to helping children. First Star to Honor Jeff Bleich, Special Counsel to the President; Melissa Helmbrecht, Chair and CEO, SplashLife, Inc.; and Howard T. Owens, Managing Director of Reveille, LLC and Marnie Owens, Co-Founder of Baby2Baby, along with their two daughters.Fox 11 News’ Christine Devine Returns as Host; Tony Nominated Susan Egan to perform. - May 22, 2009 - First Star
$15 Million to Develop New University Prep Science & Math High School on Detroit’s Riverfront
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, Thompson Educational Foundation and University Prep Science & Math (UPSM) today announced the beginning of renovation and construction for a new high school on Detroit’s near-east side. - May 22, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Edward J. Ill Excellence in Medicine Awards® Bestowed Upon New Jersey’s Finest Healthcare Leaders
A group of outstanding New Jerseyans were lauded on May 6 when the Edward J. Ill Excellence in Medicine Awards® honored healthcare leaders. These coveted awards are among the highest honors given in New Jersey’s medical community. The black tie gala was held at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. - May 22, 2009 - Edward J. Ill Excellence in Medicine Foundation, Inc.
UMD Professor Honored with Inspire Integrity Award
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars honored Dr John Pease with the Inspire Integrity Award on Thursday at the University of Maryland Sociology Department Awards Ceremony. The Inspire Integrity Award is the nation's only student-nominated faculty award that recognizes professors for their... - May 22, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Freecycle Facility Enhanced to Boost Reuse and Recycling at The Vyouz Network
The Vyouz Network have now completed their latest upgrade and platform developments which will enhance and accelerate reuse and recycling. Existing freecyclers and other free use organizations can now use the system to promote and encourage other members of the public to share their unwanted... - May 21, 2009 - Vyouz Ltd
21st Annual Valpo-Fest Motorcycle/Car Show Memorial Weekend Event to Benefit Children of Fallen Troops
Operation Ensuring Christmas, a charitable organization assisting children of fallen American Troops and Paragons Promotion, today announced that a portion of the proceeds from the 21st Annual Valpo-Fest Motorcycle and Car Show will be donated to OEC. The event will feature a Motorcycle Show,... - May 21, 2009 - Operation Ensuring Christmas, Inc.
Riverside Humane Society Pet Adoption Center Names Three Men 2009 Volunteers of the Year
Pat Starwich, Jim Cloyd and Harvey Long, all of Riverside, CA, are the recipients of Riverside Humane Society’s annual Friends of the Animals Award. - May 21, 2009 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
New Online Greenhouse Gas Calculator Takes the Guesswork Out of Measuring and Managing Vehicle Fleet Emissions
The EDF-NAFA Fleet Emissions Tool uses fuel consumption data to help fleet managers cut costs while "greening" their fleets. - May 21, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
20% of CDRs Not Forwarded to Mediation, 16% of Revenue Assurance Professionals Cannot Name Brand of Mediation System
According to a new study by the Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association (GRAPA), a significant number of telecommunications carriers, rather than forwarding all CDRs to a mediation system, instead bypass mediation and forward CDRs to a data warehouse or fraud management system. “By... - May 21, 2009 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association