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Legends and Innovators Incl. Ali and Ludacris Honored @ the Inaugural … Legacy of Firsts: Bridging Generations of Leadership
AQUA-LYNK.com Project: The Butler Street YMCA celebrated its 114-year-old heritage of leadership with Atlanta’s “leading men and women” on Saturday, January 31, 2009. “It was a pleasure to be part of this historic event for the Y and the community at large. Butler Street YMCA has been known for community and business leadership throughout the years, and the direction of Legacy of Firsts is yet another bold step in that direction,” according to Xernona Clayton, Founder, of the Trumpet Awards. - February 21, 2009 - Butler Street YMCA
HSPI Hosts Policy & Research Forum Discussion: Homeland Security Priorities for the 111th Congress
GW’s Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) will host a Policy and Research Forum Discussion to address key Homeland Security priorities for the 111th Congress. This discussion is part of the HSPI Policy and Research Forum Series, which is designed to spotlight cutting-edge policy... - February 21, 2009 - George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute
mumms® Software Announces Major Program Update - PAS™ Version 12.0.0
Now more than ever, data collection and reporting is essential in managing a successful hospice organization. In response to this increasing need, mumms® Software is announcing a major update to its Patient Activity and Statistics (PAS™) program. PAS™ 12.0.0 will be provided to all... - February 21, 2009 - mumms Software
Ministrelli Women’s Heart Center to be Heart Check Up Sponsor for American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Luncheon, Feb. 25
First and only cardiac center in Michigan designed expressly for the prevention, diagnosis and research of women’s heart disease, will provide health screening at the event. - February 21, 2009 - Beaumont Foundation
The Funny Side of Sobriety
Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel to hear Jack Lynch’s interview – and many other intriguing interviews. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - February 21, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
The Great Rock & Roll Kindle - Free Speech Has a Revival Through Eternal Youth Empire
Thanks to IT Companies like Supremus Group, independent writers and publishers can now easily and economically make their publications available on Kindle. Even dead rock stars like Kurt Cobain are being resurrected on this revolutionary device. - February 20, 2009 - Eternal Youth Empire
Georgia Residents Lobby Congress to Fight Arthritis
Key Arthritis Advocates from all over Ga. will be on Capitol Hill from March 2-4, 2009 as part of the Arthritis Foundation’s 11th annual Advocacy and Kids’ Summit. Several Georgia children and adults who have arthritis will meet with members of Congress to let them know that more needs... - February 20, 2009 - Arthritis Foundation Georgia Chapter
The Nightwatch Program Unveils New Website
Interactive website allows users to comment and request information quickly. - February 20, 2009 - The Nightwatch Program
NPSA Partners with Revelation Media
The National Portable Storage Association partners with Revelation Media Networks to offer preferred pricing on marketing, PR and web services. - February 20, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Who Will be 2009 Travel Pub Quiz Champions? Will Anyone be Able to Triumph Over the Geniuses at Hotels.com?
The Family Holiday Association and ABTA Greater London Region are calling for travel companies to sign up to compete on 18 March in London in the annual Travel Pub Quiz held in aid of the holiday charity that gives a break to disadvantaged children. In 2008, the Hotels.com Wake Up Happy! Team... - February 20, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
ARISE Foundation Announces the Creation of an Exciting Series of New, Eye-Opening Motivational Posters, Each Featuring an Important for At-Risk Youth.
Posters offer straightforward messages on essential subjects such as drug abuse, dropout and domestic violence prevention. - February 20, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
News Stories Wanted, $30,000 Cash Prizes to be Awarded
Washington D.C. journalism institute seeks entries for professional and collegiate journalism awards. - February 20, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
Collegiate News Stories Wanted for Cash Prizes
Washington D.C. journalism institute seeks entries for the 2009 Robert Novak Collegiate Award. - February 20, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
Witness the Adventures of Annie Oakley Come to Life at the Independence Visitor Center
Families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Independence Visitor Center on March 13, 2009, from 11 am to 1 pm to witness the life of Annie Oakley, reenacted by a historical interpreter. Annie will amaze and entertain attendees with tales of her shooting skills and adventures. This... - February 20, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
Energy Star Celebration, Westland Michigan
D’Orazio Contracting Corporation celebrates their ENERGY STAR status. Maintaining commitment to encourage all Americans to join with millions of others and take small steps that make a big difference in the fight against global warming. - February 20, 2009 - D'Orazio Contracting Corp.
Pinstripe Marketing Launches Pro Bono Advertising Campaign for SPOT
Pinstripe Marketing will unveil a new advertising campaign for SPOT’s (Stop Pet Overpopulation Together) grand opening of its first spay/neuter clinic tomorrow in Pinellas Park. Last September, the Pinstripe team selected SPOT as their 2008-09 pro-bono client. “We believe it is the... - February 20, 2009 - Stop Pet Overpopulation Together
Five Things "Slumdog Millionaire" Didn't Tell You
World Vision says children in India face more obstacles than film depicts "Don’t just be entertained; do something" "More than 26 million children, or the populations of greater Los Angeles and Chicago combined, live in India’s slums," said Jayakumar Christian,... - February 20, 2009 - World Vision US
Tennessee Motor Coach Association Challenges All State, Regional & National Associations to Match $25,000 Contribution to Motorcoach Council of North America
TMCA Donation trumps all others – twelve times the requested dollar amount! Chris Levering (Grayline Nashville) and Bill Gentry (Gentry Trailways) were directly responsible for the success of the unanimous vote passed by the TMCA Board to contribute $25,000 to the Motorcoach Council. By pooling the industry’s human and financial resources, they hope to create a large-scale, positive impact on the industry. - February 20, 2009 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
South Florida Not-for Profit Organization Fosters Strong Partnership with Woman Inc Crisis Center to Help Victims of Domestic Violence in Jamaica
The Caribbean Music Alliance, Inc. a South Florida Not-For-Profit Organization dedicated to fighting crime & poverty in the Caribbean has teamed up with twenty-five year old Kingston based Woman Inc Crisis Center, to provide help and support to the women in Jamaica who are victims of Domestic... - February 20, 2009 - Caribbean Music Alliance, Inc
Morton Grove Action Party Unveils Proposed "Code of Ethics"
The Action Party of Morton Grove believes that the citizens and businesses of the Village of Morton Grove are entitled to honest, ethical, transparent, and accountable local government. The effective functioning of a democratic government requires that elected and appointed public officials comply... - February 20, 2009 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Stimulus Bill is Victory for People with Disabilities
People with disabilities scored a major victory in the economic stimulus package signed by President Barack Obama. Businesses owned by people with disabilities are to be given consideration in stimulus contracts issued by the Secretary of the Treasury. The action is the result of efforts by U.S. - February 19, 2009 - Enable America
AIGA Parallels: Pull+Ink
On Feb. 19, AIGA Miami presents “Pull+Ink,” the latest installment in the Parallels series. Each event in the series explores how one profession relates to and interacts with design. For “Pull+Ink,” three top screen-printers will discuss their art and perform a live demonstration before engaging the audience in a roundtable discussion. - February 19, 2009 - AIGA Miami
Certified Professional Organizing Experts Launch Productivity and Efficiency Consulting Firm, Hansen Bolane Consulting, Inc. to Optimize Businesses Resources
Dhawn Hansen, CPO ® and Brita Bolane, CPO ® launched a new productivity and efficiency consulting firm. Hansen Bolane Consulting, Inc. will provide a team of highly skilled business efficiency experts, focused on increasing productivity, optimizing resources and regaining control of your... - February 19, 2009 - Hansen Bolane Consulting
IBBA Makes an Impact at the Southern Section Animal Science Conference
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) is proud to announce the success of its recent participation in the Southern Section Animal Science Conference. The IBBA continues to aggressively establish contact with members of the educational extension system in an effort to both introduce... - February 19, 2009 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Economic Stimulus Provides Funding for Fleets
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which includes a significant amount of funds for fleets, will be of interest to fleet managers. - February 19, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association Members Donate Resusci Anne CPR Training Mannequins to Seven Area EMS Crews
Emergency services workers at seven locations throughout Central Maryland will be able to expand their community CPR education programs with the donation of new adult training mannequins and AED simulators by the Maryland Automobile Dealers Association (MADA) and two area auto dealerships. On... - February 19, 2009 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
Tech Collective Accepting Schwinn Scholarship Applications
Doug Schwinn - Tech Collective Scholarships to promote IT studies among females and minorities. Tech Collective, the Industry Partner for Information Technology and Biosciences in Rhode Island, today announces it is accepting applications for two Doug Schwinn - Tech Collective Scholarship awards. - February 19, 2009 - Tech Collective
Hamner Scientist Wins NAA Award
Dr. Melvin E. Andersen, Director of the Program in Chemical Safety Sciences at The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (The Hamner), has received a North American Alternative Award for outstanding scientific contributions to the advancement of viable alternatives to animal testing. This is the... - February 19, 2009 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Participating Restaurants and Vendors Announced for A Toast to the Triangle
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities (www.tammylynncenter.org), has announced participating restaurants, caterers and beverage purveyors for the 2009 A Toast to the Triangle (www.atoasttothetriangle.org), the organization’s signature... - February 19, 2009 - A Toast To The Triangle
Brian Lapidus, Chief Operating Officer, Kroll Fraud Solutions to Speak at KC’s Event on the Red Flag Rule: Post Implementation Issues on 3/25/09
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Brian Lapidus, Chief Operating Officer, Kroll’s Fraud Solutions will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Red Flag Rule: Post Implementation Issues”. This... - February 18, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
SunTech Medical, Inc. Touts Relationship with Wake County Economic Development
Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced the release of a new audio podcast discussing the organization’s value-add relationship with SunTech Medical, Inc., one of the world’s leading medical device companies... - February 18, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Charity Seeks Holiday Donations for National Online Auction Event
The charity Family Holiday Association is appealing to travel companies to donate holidays to be auctioned in national online event Holiday2Help, to be held on www.buyoncegivetwice.co.uk in March 2009. The donated holidays will be auctioned to the public, with the winners taking the holiday, the... - February 18, 2009 - Family Holiday Association
City of Raleigh Proclaims Feb. 16 Biotechnology Day in Honor of CED’s Biotech 2009
Joan Siefert Rose, president of the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced that the City of Raleigh has issued a proclamation dedicating Monday,... - February 18, 2009 - CED
Conscious Sedation Consulting Adds Dental Anesthesiologist to Course Development Staff
Dr. Patrick McCarty Joins Conscious Sedation Consulting course development and presentation staff. - February 18, 2009 - Conscious Sedation Consulting
Spare Some for Autism Announces Sponsors and Chairperson for 2009 Bowling Challenge
Carolina Hurricanes and NBC17 Will Present 2nd Annual Fundraiser. - February 18, 2009 - Spare Some for Autism
Football Coach and Inspiration for Remember the Titans Movie to Speak at Business Club Meeting
Herman Boone to be featured speaker at BCA Triangle breakfast on February 20. - February 18, 2009 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
14th Annual Bakersfield Gathering and Games – Saturday, April 4th, 2009
On Saturday, April 4th, 2009, the Kern County Scottish Society will hold its 14th Annual Bakersfield Gathering and Games at Bakersfield College in Bakersfield, CA. Also known as the Bakersfield Scottish Games, this all-day cultural event can be enjoyed by the entire family. Join us for Celtic music, food, dancing, athletic events and Scottish clan history and dress. - February 18, 2009 - Kern County Scottish Society
1916 to Perform at The 14th Annual Bakersfield Gathering and Games 2009
There has never, in the history of music in Bakersfield, been such a band with this passionate Celtic/Rock sound. Come to the highland games and listen for yourselves. The band 1916 is your band from your town. Supported by the Kern County Scottish Society, 1916 will perform at this year's Scottish... - February 18, 2009 - Kern County Scottish Society
Trust for Architectural Easements Meets with Historic Preservation Advocates in New Jersey
The Trust for Architectural Easements is one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit organizations dedicated to voluntary preservation through easement donations. The Trust protects more than 800 historic buildings across the United States. For more information about the Trust’s local preservation efforts, the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Program and the donation process, please contact the Trust at 1-888-831-2107 or visit www.architecturaltrust.org. - February 18, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
“Rock Your Business” Showcases Coming to Orlando and Tampa Spring 2009, With Special Guest, Bill Rancic
The Apprentice and advisor to Donald Trump, Bill Rancic, will be speaking at this year’s “Rock Your Business” Showcases in Orlando and Tampa in Spring 2009. Bill Rancic, Apprentice winner, will be speaking at this year’s “Rock Your Business” Showcase. The 2009... - February 18, 2009 - Rock Your Business, Inc.
Online Resources, Like GirlfriendCircles.com, Are Introducing Bay Area Women to Potential Friends
Most women have a desire to expand their circle of friends but don't know where to meet potential girlfriends or how to foster those relationships. Life Coach and Founder of GirlFriendCircles.com provides three steps to help women identify the friends they need and how to pursue building those new relationships using online tools to develop offline friendships. - February 17, 2009 - GirlFriendCircles, LLC
Trust for Architectural Easements Sponsors Sustainability and Historic Preservation Thought Leader Series – How We Regulate Development – February 23, 2009
Experts – Chris Leinberger, Martine Combal, and Chris Zimmerman - will discuss how we regulate development to create an environmentally, financially and socially sustainable future. Rebecca Flora, Senior VP of Education and Research at the US Green Building Council will moderate. - February 17, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
i4cp Doubles Attendance at Upcoming 37th Annual Member Conference
Traditional gathering in St. Petersburg, FL, features top human capital thought leaders and senior executives from some of the world’s leading organizations. - February 17, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Riverside (CA) Humane Society Pet Adoption Center’s 17th Annual Walk with the Animals Set for March 21
Fundraiser includes pledge walk, pancake breakfast, K-9 demos, pet contests, exhibits, raffle, animals for adoption, boutique, rabies shots, microchipping and more. Free admission. - February 17, 2009 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
Real Men Cook in Miami
Real Men Cook, a charity organization which is based out of Chicago, Illinois is coming to Miami. The organization holds an annual event each year on Father’s Day in top cities throughout the U.S. This year's 20th event, will be hosted by Executive Chef Ron Duprat. - February 16, 2009 - Ron Duprat Foundation
1st Annual Multi-Cultural, "We Are One" Festival in Historic Eatonville, Florida
A multi-cultural, family friendly, community celebration with entertainment, music, food, local and state elected officials, future and former candidates of all party affiliations. - February 16, 2009 - Metropolitan Orange Democratic Black Caucus
South Coast Bayern U9 Girls Win 2009 Rich Bailey Girls Friendship Tournament
Suffocating Defense and Clutch Scoring Give SC Bayern U9 Girls Soccer Team the Championship. - February 16, 2009 - South Coast Bayern Futbol Club
South Coast Bayern Announced National High School Letter of Intent (NLI) Signings and Announcements
Members of the Cal South 2008 National State State Cup and South Coast Bayern Boys U17 Program announced their college choices at a Press conference on Wednesday, February 4th, 2009 at 1:15pm. Location: South Coast Bayern Office, 18141 Beach Blvd., #395, Huntington Beach CA 92648. - February 16, 2009 - South Coast Bayern Futbol Club
The Apogee Foundation is Selected as the Top Non-Profit in the First Annual Fast Pitch Business Awards
The Apogee Foundation has been named the year's “Top Non-Profit” in the inaugural Fast Pitch! Business Awards - Kenneth Schneider. - February 16, 2009 - The Apogee Foundation
New Directors Appointed to the Board of the Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals
The Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals (ALDAP), a non-profit organization established in 2007 to further the legal document assistant (LDA) and paralegal professions, has announced the appointment of two new Directors. Cara Gould has been appointed to the position of Secretary, and... - February 16, 2009 - Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals