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Baltimore City Schools Report Finds Charter Schools More Diverse and More Popular with Parents
A report by Baltimore City Schools studying the impact and progress of Baltimore City's growing charter school movement shows that charters are more diverse in terms of race and socio-economic background than the city's traditional public schools. As evidenced in the Baltimore City Report on Charter Schools, city charter schools are providing a valuable choice option for parents, students and teachers. - May 02, 2009 - Maryland Charter School Network
The Actors Hall of Fame Top 10 Actors of the Week
The Top 10 stars of the most popular movies, TV shows, Broadway plays and DVD's were announced this week by The Actors Hall of Fame. Leading the list are the stars of Obsessed, CSI, Wicked and The Spirit. - May 02, 2009 - The Actors Hall of Fame Foundation
Cirque Berzerk Returns to Downtown LA for Seven Performances per Weekend at Los Angeles State Historic Park June 18 – July 5, 2009 -- Parental Discretion is Advised
“Equal parts trippy and sinister, Cirque Berzerk seems like the sort of phantasmagoric spectacle Tim Burton would dream up, if he quit filmmaking to join the circus.” -Los Angeles Times, July 2008 - May 02, 2009 - Cirque Berzerk
Dogtown Group and Shar Pei Rescuers First Winners in New Animal Rescue Site and Petfinder.com $100,000 Shelter+ Challenge
Supporters of Best Friends Animal Society and Operation Scarlet turned out enough online voting to secure $1,000 grants in The Animal Rescue Site’s current $100,000 Shelter+ Challenge. - May 02, 2009 - GreaterGood
Time Has Already Sprung Forward This Year. So Have GVI.
Global Vision International (GVI) are pleased to announce that a number of new programs are now running, including a unique opportunity in Laos, and the chance to change a life for the better in Mombasa, Kenya. - May 02, 2009 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Experience is (Usually) the Name of the Game
"Experience Required"... sound familiar? This needs to longer be the case with Global Vision International (GVI). - May 02, 2009 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Sweetin & Bleeke, P.C. Joins National Organization
Indiana law firm Sweetin & Bleeke, P.C. joins The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms in Febraury 2009. - May 02, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
NAMWOLF Lauds Fannie Mae for New General Counsel Appointment
NAMWOLF lauds Fannie Mae’s appointment of Timothy J. Mayopoulos as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. - May 02, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
NAMWOLF Reports Increase in Diversity Commitment from New York Public Entities
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms has reported an increase in New York Public Entities joining their Corporate and Public Entity Partnering Program. Corporate and Public Entity partners commitment 5% of their outside legal counsel budgets to using minority and women-owned firms. - May 02, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Michigan Civil Air Patrol Squadron Conducts Leadership School
Local men complete Civil Air Patrol’s Squadron Leadership School. Four Grand Rapids area men were among 16 Civil Air Patrol members who recently completed a two day Squadron Leadership School in Muskegon. 1st Lt David Hast of Alto, 2d Lt Kevin Jarchow of Hudsonville, Senior Member Greg... - May 02, 2009 - Grand Rapids Senior Squadron Civil Air Patrol
NAMWOLF Supports New York Governor’s Plan to Increase Number of Minority and Women-Owned Businesses on State Bond Deals
In February 2009, Governor David Patterson announced his administration’s plan to increase participation by minority and women-owned firms on state bond deals. - May 02, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Slump City
Presents the work of three emerging artists whose visionary and haunting work combines gothic fantasy, poetic social realism and psycho-geography to imagine the urban periphery. - May 01, 2009 - [ space ]
Mimi Rothschild Announces Launch of Podcast Program
Podcast will be an audio resource for current and potential home schooling parents. - May 01, 2009 - Mimi Rothschild
The Reality of Credit Scores and Identity Theft
Why it has become increasingly more critical to understand them - May 01, 2009 - ReferralWeb
WOAMTEC (Women on a Mission to Earn Commission to Earn Commission) Conference a Success
Hundreds of women gathered yesterday at Highland Manor in Apopka for WOAMTEC’s third empowering women seminar – WOAMTEC filled the venue to capacity. “We are pushing you out of your comfort zone,” WOAMTEC Founder and President, Kathleen Hawkins said to attendees after three... - May 01, 2009 - Women on a Mission to Earn Commission
Team Enable Competes in St. Andrews Triathlon
Enable America launches a new awareness campaign, called Team Enable. The program is designed to encourage physical activity by people with disabilities. To mark its inauguration, Team Enable competed in the St. Andrews triathlon, fielding a team that included two blind competitors. - May 01, 2009 - Enable America
Rescuing Christmas, Inc. Launches to Preserve Christmas and Easter One Advertisement at a Time
Rescuing Christmas, Inc. (www.RescuingChristmas.org), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to keeping the words and meanings of Christmas and Easter alive in the public domain through the purchase of advertising space in all media outlets launched today. - May 01, 2009 - Rescuing Christmas, Inc.
Daisy Project Seeks to Increase Pet Visitation in Nursing Homes
The Merriman Good Life Foundation has launched a campaign called the Daisy Project. The Daisy Project is aimed at raising awareness of the general public to the value of pets visiting residents of nursing homes and other institutions on a regular basis. Full details are available at www.TMGLFoundation.org. - May 01, 2009 - The Merriman Good Life Foundation
Rapper Queen Pen Pairs Up with Local Non-Profit to Bring Kids and Incarcerated Parents Together
The challenges facing children impacted by parental incarceration are significant, wide-ranging and potentially devastating. Queen Pen has become a more outspoken advocate for these children by participating in CPNYC fundraisers and sponsorship meetings and raising funds and awareness for these free Father’s Day field trips - May 01, 2009 - Children of Promise, NYC (cpnyc.org)
Autism Speaks' Los Angeles Walk Now for Autism Attracts 17,000 and Raises $1.1 Mllion for Research and Services
Increasing Awareness and Raising Funds to Support Autism Research, Advocacy and Family Services. - May 01, 2009 - Autism Speaks, Los Angeles
Blank State – The Future of World Democracy?
Blank State (http://blankstate.ning.com) is a newly established group that aims to create a world democratic forum. Their first goal: to gather a member from every country. - May 01, 2009 - Blank State
National Promotion Makes Quality Live-in Childcare Even More Affordable
Leading U.S. live-in childcare agency launches a nationwide promotion to help families burdened with finding quality childcare at an affordable price. AuPairCare introduces families to au pair childcare, a little known solution that doesn't immediately come to mind for many families and is much more affordable than daycare or other live-in nanny options. - May 01, 2009 - Intrax Cultural Exchange
Launch of Opportunity to Earn with New Travel Company
Launch of new network marketing based private members vacation club in the USA. Explanations for both the vacation club and income opportunity for working from home. - May 01, 2009 - Future Prosperity Travel Ltd
NASCAR Legend Teams with State Water Heaters to Drive Sales in 2009
Leading water heater manufacturer deepens NASCAR ties with dynamic sponsorship program - May 01, 2009 - Ward Burton Enterprises
Ken Atkins of WCED Addresses “Economic Development During an Economic Downturn” in New Podcast
Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org) has announced the release of a new audio podcast discussing the topic of economic development during an economic downturn. The podcast features commentary from Ken Atkins, executive director for WCED, and addresses topics such... - May 01, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Baker & McKenzie’s John N. Raudabaugh to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Employment Labor Law 2009: Live Webcast on 6/23/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that John N. Raudabaugh, Partner, Baker & McKenzie LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Employment Labor Law 2009:... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Morgan Lewis’ Daniel L. Hogans to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Employment Labor Law 2009: Live Webcast on 6/23/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Daniel L. Hogans, Partner, Morgan Lewis will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Employment Labor Law 2009: Live... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Employment Labor Law 2009: Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Employment Labor Law 2009. This two-hour event is scheduled on June 23, 2009, Tuesday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT. Employment... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
White & Case’s Jeffrey J. Oelke to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Emerging Intellectual Property Issues for Attorneys: a 2009 Update on 5/13/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Jeffrey J. Oelke, Partner, White & Case LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Emerging Intellectual Property... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Foley & Lardner’s George Best to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Emerging Intellectual Property Issues for Attorneys: a 2009 Update on 5/13/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that George Best, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Employment Emerging Intellectual... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Emerging Intellectual Property Issues for Attorneys: a 2009 Update
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Emerging Intellectual Property Issues For Attorneys: A 2009 Update. This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, May 13,... - May 01, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Hamner Scientists Receive Multiple Awards at The Society of Toxicology 48th Annual Meeting & ToxExpo™
Multiple scientists at The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (The Hamner) were recently recognized at the Society of Toxicology (SOT) 48th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo for their contributions to the toxicology and risk assessment. Dr. Russell Thomas, Director of The Hamner Center for Genomic... - May 01, 2009 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Sikhcess™ Launches ‘Feed the Homeless’ Campaign Across North America in April and May
Sikhcess™ volunteers prepare to feed homeless communities in honor of Vaisakhi, a celebration of selfless service, equality, and ‘giving back’ during India’s harvest season in the months of April and May. - April 30, 2009 - Sikhcess
Unity in Motion Inc. Granted 501(c)(3) Status
Unity in Motion, Inc. (UIM), a youth-focused social service organization in Milwaukee, WI today announced it has been granted 501(c)(3) tax exempt status. - April 30, 2009 - Unity in Motion, Inc.
The Homeland Security Foundation of America to Offer President’s Volunteer Service Award
HSFA is proud to announce the availability of the President’s Volunteer Service Award, a prestigious national honor offered in recognition of volunteer commitment. - April 30, 2009 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Avian Academics: Bird Watching Contest Provides Innovative Tool for Teachers
This May, the Fledging Birders Program is challenging teachers and students across America to discover their local birds of the annual spring migration. The Schoolyard Birding Challenge (www.fledgingbirders.org/challenge.html) will award outstanding classes across the country with prizes for taking... - April 30, 2009 - National Biodiversity Parks, Inc.
College Connection Workshop to Link Industry with Eager, Affordable Workforce
Tech Collective, Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce and the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (AICU) of Rhode Island are partnering to present a workshop and panel discussion showcasing industry benefits and how-to for Internship hosting. - April 30, 2009 - Tech Collective
Church Issues Guidelines on Swine Flu
In light of the declared health emergency, the church is modifying several religious practices to prevent transmission of swine flu at its services. - April 30, 2009 - North American Old Catholic Church
Swine Flu: a Spread Southward Could be Disaster for Weak Public Health Systems
* World Vision Preparing for Possible Global Spread, Educating Staff Worldwide * Health threat underscores need for community health strengthening in poor countries - April 30, 2009 - World Vision US
Support the Travel Industry’s London Marathon Runners to Help Give Kids a Break
A team of 22 runners, most from the travel industry, ran for the Family Holiday Association in last Sunday’s London Marathon. Every member of the team, sponsored by the Oman Tourist Office, finished the race in the blazing heat on Sunday. Charity Director John McDonald said, “Our team... - April 30, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
RSM McGladrey’s Matt Schriner to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Ammending Regulation Z Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act (“HOEPA”) on 5/12/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Matt Schriner, Managing Director, RSM McGladrey will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Ammending Regulation Z Home... - April 30, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
K&L Gates’ Paul F. Hancock to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Ammending Regulation Z Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act (“HOEPA”) on 5/12/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Paul F. Hancock, Partner, K&L Gates LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Ammending Regulation Z Home Ownership... - April 30, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Reed Smith’s Robert M. Jaworski to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Ammending Regulation Z Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act (“HOEPA”) on 5/12/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Robert M. Jaworski, Partner, Reed Smith LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Ammending Regulation Z Home Ownership... - April 30, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Ammending Regulation Z Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act (“HOEPA”)
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Ammending Regulation Z Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act (“HOEPA”). This two-hour event is scheduled on... - April 30, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
NAMWOLF Commends Wisconsin for Meeting Minority Business Goal
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms commends Governor Doyle for ensuring that the State of Wisconsin met the Minority Business Enterprise Program’s goal for 2008. - April 30, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Sacred Heart Speaker Receives Award from US Attorney General
Peter La Monica, founder of BeNetSafe.Org, received an award Tuesday from the US Attorney General in Rhode Island for “remarkable work in the field of computer forensics”. Mr. La Monica will be speaking about Internet Safety for Children at 6:30 tonight at the Sacred Heart School Gym. - April 29, 2009 - BeNetSafe.Org
International Brangus Auxiliary Announces 2009 National Scholarship Winners
The International Brangus Auxiliary (IBA) is proud to reveal this year’s national scholarship winners. The announcement was made to a packed room during the 2009 International Brangus Breeders Awards Banquet, held in Houston, Texas on March 6th, 2009. The Ray Mackey Memorial Upperclassman... - April 29, 2009 - International Brangus Breeders Association
AlumniCard Network National and Local Discount Program
Information about the newly launched alumni association discount program - April 29, 2009 - AlumniCard
Triangle CREW Names 2009 Champion Awards Winners
Conni Tucker, president of Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (Triangle CREW) (www.tcrew.org) and assistant executive director of Wake County Economic Development, has announced the 2009 Champion Awards winners. Organized by Angela Murphy, Triangle CREW special events officer and marketing... - April 29, 2009 - Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women
RRAR Announces May North Carolina State Certified Continuing Education Courses
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced the Association’s continuing education courses for May which will be held at RRAR’s training facility, located at 111 Realtor Way in Cary. - April 29, 2009 - RRAR