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Apogee Celebrates American Artistic Excellence with a Month of Events, Concerts and Awards in New Orleans
The Apogee Foundation has launched its international programs to discover, develop and celebrate artistic excellence in America with a month of educational events, awards and concerts in New Orleans. - October 07, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
October 28th, 2008 INSPIRE-ites! is Having Its Kick-Off Event and Spider Jones is Speaking
Spider Jones' talk has been described as phenomenal by all that have heard him. It is sure to be a night that you’ll remember for a long time. George Chuvalo says, “Spider Jones is one of the most dynamic speakers of our time.” Treat yourself and the teens and young adults in... - October 07, 2008 - INSPIRE-ites! Corporation
Local Brisbane Volunteers to be Recognized at Women’s Group Luncheon
Soroptimist International Brisbane City, a women's service group, is holding a luncheon timed to coincide with United Nations Day to thank volunteers in its community. Richard Cowley is guest speaker on the theme of Peace. Ticket purchases welcome. - October 07, 2008 - Soroptimist International Brisbane City
National Reflexology Week a Healing Treat for Feet and Hands
National Reflexology Week is a celebration of Reflexology and all the many Reflexologist who relieve stress and pain through the power of touching 2 feet and hands at a time. - October 07, 2008 - Focus On Healing Wellness Institute
Young Voters Warn Californians About Impact of Gay Marriage
Young adults desperately warn voters about the unfavorable consequences of same-sex marriage before November's election. Those in favor of Proposition 8, the marriage amendment which defines marriage as only between a man and a woman, are using social internet utilities to inform Californians about the negative impact of same-sex marriage. - October 06, 2008 - Whatisprop8.com
American Academy of Pediatrics Launches Pediatric Care Online™
Point-of-Care Information Solution for Pediatricians Available via PDA, Web, and Wireless Powered by the Unbound ™ Platform. - October 06, 2008 - American Academy of Pediatrics
"Fire in Brazil" Set to Spread to Milan
A U. K. Charity’s documentary film about Brazil has been nominated as a finalist at a prestigious Milan film festival. - October 06, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
The Makeup Show Producer, The Powder Group Celebrates Five Year Anniversary with the Launch of The Artist Summit
A 2-day educational summit for the professional makeup artist community, featuring seminars, panel forums and hands-on workshops from top makeup artists. And introducing The Summit Shop-a unique pro-retail experience with free admission to pro makeup artists and consumers alike. - October 05, 2008 - The Makeup Show
Kingsport Office of Small Business Seeking Entries for Annual 2008 KOSBE Awards
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) is accepting applications and nominations for its Annual KOSBE Awards. This year there are five areas of competition: one award for Young Entrepreneur (under age 40), one for New Business (in operation for at least 12... - October 05, 2008 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webinar Entitled: "Foreclosure Prevention for Banks & Credit Unions" on 01/09/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that it has scheduled a live webinar entitled “Foreclosure Prevention for Banks & Credit Unions” This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, January 9, 2009 at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (EDT... - October 05, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Garth Rieman, Dir. of Housing Advocacy & Strategic Initiatives, National Council of State Housing Agencies to Speak at KC’s Event on Foreclosure Prevention Live Webinar
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that Garth Rieman, Director of Housing Advocacy and Strategic Initiatives at National Council of State Housing Agencies will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled... - October 05, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Clark Consulting Named Sponsor at the Knowledge Congress Live Webcast on IRC Section 409A on 10/24/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars, announced today that Clark Consulting, The Empirical Leader in Strategic Financing and Investment Solutions to the Unfunded Liabilities of Executive and Employee Benefit Obligations named sponsor at the Knowledge... - October 05, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Speaking of Women’s Health Honors Ann Farmer
Dr. Lisa Roberts, co-chair of Raleigh’s Speaking of Women’s Health Conference (www.swhraleigh.com) and president and CEO of Gynecology & Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC (www.glsi.info), has announced that Ann Farmer, marketing manager for Duke HomeCare and Hospice, was recognized as the... - October 05, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Names Finalists
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine a Million $ Business™ (www.makemineamillion.org) event, has announced the award finalists for the event scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the Blake Hotel, located at 555 S. McDowell St. Twenty finalists were selected from applicants... - October 05, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
NAFA Seeks Bids for International Fleet Management Seminar
NAFA Fleet Management Association is looking for companies to partner with to help present their fleet educational seminars beyond the United States and Canada and into new parts of the world. - October 05, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
The America’s Team Charitable Foundation Announces the Presentation of the 2008 America’s Team Award to the Central Washington University Women’s Softball Team
Because of their exemplary commitment to sportsmanship, their outstanding teamwork, and their pursuit of academic achievement the Central Washington University women’s softball team has been selected as the recipient of the 2008 America’s Team Award. The award will be presented to... - October 05, 2008 - America's Team Properties LLC
ADWA Supporters Score Big with Hunting Lease Magazine & TV Show
For a limited time the American Deer & Wildlife Alliance (ADWA) will be inviting members and supporters to receive a discounted yearly subscription to the popular Hunting Lease Magazine, America’s #1 source for places to hunt. Director of ADWA Operations Annie Jones says, “Hunting... - October 05, 2008 - American Deer & Wildlife Alliance
"Transition" Revival at The Holy Christian Church
Transition in Finances, Marriages, Family, Careers, Prophecy, Ministry and Vision. - October 05, 2008 - The Communion of Holy Christian Churches
Habitat Announces First Event in Richmond County – Fall Family Fest
Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills is holding its first annual Richmond County event hosted by the First United Methodist Church in Rockingham from 11am to 2pm on November 15, 2008. There will be a chicken BBQ dinner, a raffle for a $100 gas card and plenty of activities for children. During... - October 05, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
CouchSurfing & Fundraising & Costumes, Oh My, Snake Bite Halloween Weekend
Green Labyrinth and The Couchsurfing Project join forces for a night of music, art and costume fun. DJ’s spinning hot beats, cocktail servers in body paint, free swag and a Best Costume contest. For the price of admission, partygoers attending the Snake Bite Halloween Party and Fundraiser on... - October 05, 2008 - Green Labyrinth
Hermosa Beach Soccer Club Scores Major Supporter - Fox Sports En Espanol Supports Kicks for Kids
The Hermosa Beach Soccer Club (www.HermosaBeachSoccerClub.com) today announced that Fox Sports en Espanol, Fox Sports’ Spanish language division, has committed its support to HBSC’s Kicks for Kids Program. HBSC launched in September Kicks for Kids, a used soccer equipment collection... - October 05, 2008 - Hermosa Beach Soccer Club
Livermore Chamber of Commerce Search Engine Optimizes New Web Site
The Livermore Chamber of Commerce launched a new Web site which has drawn significantly increased traffic as well as praise from top advertising executives. - October 05, 2008 - Livermore Chamber of Commerce
Philadelphia Gospel Recording Label Seeks Church Choirs for Compilation CD
Koinonia Music Group (KMG) announced its plans today to showcase the talents of local artists, bands, and Church choirs on its upcoming Compilation CD to be released Spring 2009. KMG is currently looking to secure at least three more Church choirs for this project, with the sole requirement for... - October 04, 2008 - Koinonia Music Group
Help for Haiti is the Focus for the Fourth Annual Golf Tournament
Great Commission Alliance (GCA) Golf Tournament Fundraiser. On October 24, 2008, Great Commission Alliance a 501(c)3 organization will host the fourth annual golf tournament at Bonaventure Country Club which will continue its commitment to serving the country of Haiti, which was hit by three... - October 04, 2008 - Great Commission Alliance
200th Anniversary of the Abolition of U.S. Transatlantic Slave Trade Commemorated in New York City
Slave Routes: Resistance, Abolition and Creative Progress Symposium to be held at New York University from October 9 – 11, 2008 with Opening Plenary Hosted by Maya Angelou. - October 04, 2008 - Organization of Women Writers of Africa
The Stone Mountain-Lithonia Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBWSML) Presents Finance 202 Advanced: Weathering the Crunch
The Stone Mountain-Lithonia Chapter (NCBWSML) of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. will facilitate an instructional workshop on how to weather the current credit/loan crisis, focusing on how to boost credit scores, strategies to prevent foreclosure, and the ins and outs of reverse... - October 04, 2008 - NCBWSML
Glaxo Smith Kline Teams Up with Habitat
Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills has another team player added to its roster of community supporters. GSK (GlaxoSmithKline), a worldwide leader in creating and delivering educational curriculum for general pharma and HIV medications, is joining ranks with Habitat to aid our local community. - October 04, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Brown, Fraley and Hutchinson Appointed to Habitat Board
On July 1, 2008, Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills appointed Louis Brown, Amie Fraley and Kelly Hutchinson to the Board of Directors. Each member will serve three years, finishing their terms in June of 2011. Louis Brown is a former Vice President of Sales for CECO Corporation and a former... - October 04, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
2008 A Toast to the Triangle™ Raises $212,000
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced that the 2008 A Toast to the Triangle™ raised more than $212,000, a record breaking amount for the fundraiser. The 23rd annual Toast was held on Sunday, March 9 at North Carolina State... - October 04, 2008 - A Toast To The Triangle
Recession Hit Estate Agents Offered Help
Recession hit estate agents are being offered help to boost sales as house sales hit an all time low. Help in the form of a new approach to marketing property is being offered by marketing expert Stefan Drew in a one day Marketing Masterclass to be held in Coventry. With a mortgage famine and... - October 04, 2008 - Stefan Drew Associates
Sandhills Habitat Volunteer Floyd Fritz Fireman of the Year
Habitat for Humanity of NC of the Sandhills prides itself in the dedicated and talented people who make up the volunteer staff for their organization. Their energy and creativity bring to fruition the quality homes so needed by families. Habitat is particularly proud of one of their... - October 04, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
My Life, My Choice: People with Disabilities, Seniors, and Homecare Workers Fight for Consumer Workforce Council
Stakeholders in Pennsylvania’s Long Term Care System Work for More and Better Home Care Options. They tell Governor Rendell: Establish the Consumer Workforce Council Now. - October 03, 2008 - My Life, My Choice: PA Seniors for Homecare
California Based Timeaus Inc. – Innovator in Communication and Collaboration Software -- Secures Distribution Agreement with Tokyo, Japan Based Corporation Syslabo
Agreement Announces Launch of YourWorldOffice.com in Japan. - October 03, 2008 - Timeaus Inc.
Women Identity Purpose Organization to Host First 5k Walk & Fundraiser
Women Identity Purpose Organization (WIP), a 501c3 entity, will host their first annual “Step to Empower” 5K walk Fundraiser to support single mothers whose aim is to go to school, or start a business on Saturday, November 1, 2008 from 7:30 am to 11:30 am. The event will take place at... - October 03, 2008 - Women Identity Purpose Organization
2009 Taylor Hicks Calendar to Benefit Kid One Transport is Now Available
The 2009 Taylor Hicks calendar "A Year Full of Heart and Soul" is being sold by Kid One Patrol of Soul (KOPS) through the Kid One Transport website. All proceeds will benefit Kid One to help them continue providing the desperately needed service to the children and expectant mothers of Alabama. - October 03, 2008 - Kid One Patrol of Soul
Apogee Launches Programs in China and Provides Awards to Four of the Nation's Most Outstanding Musicians
The Apogee Foundation, a philanthropic corporation dedicated to the development of human excellence in the performance arts, announced today that it is now implementing programs in China to identify, support, develop and promote elite performing arts talent. The Foundation kicked off its operations in the nation's capital by providing awards to the most gifted students and faculty of the Central Conservatory Music School. - October 03, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
Make Mine a Million $ Business™ Names Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue and Secretary of State Elaine Marshall as Keynote Speakers for North Carolina Event
Mary Cantando, coordinator for the North Carolina Make Mine A Million $ Business™ event (www.makemineamillion.org), has announced that Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue and Secretary of State Elaine Marshall are the keynote speakers for the event to be held Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Blake Hotel, located... - October 03, 2008 - Make Mine A Million $ Business
Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Announces Day of Dining at 518 West Italian Café
Lori K. Lee, executive director of Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org), has announced that the organization will host a Day of Dining on Tuesday, October 7 at 518 West Italian Café, located at 518 West Jones St. The Italian café will donate 10 percent of the... - October 03, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
Ambulances Driven from Europe to Mongolia Provide Vital Boost for Emergency Services
• 3 Ambulances driven up to 10,000 miles on Mongol Rally, sponsored by Chevrolet, will make huge impact in new roles, • Mongolia’s only Casualty Hospital now has fully equipped high-spec Ambulance for the first time, • Maternity hospital now has an Ambulance for the first time - October 03, 2008 - League of Adventurists International Ltd.
In-house Counsel from America's Largest Corporations Continue to Show Support for NAMWOLF’S 2008 Annual Meeting and Law Firm Expo
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) is gaining more support from America’s major corporations. - October 03, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Colly Concert Celebrates the Life of Corolyn Woods Soleri
The Cosanti Foundation presents the twenty-seventh annual Colly Concert at Arcosanti on October 11, 2008, honoring the life of Corolyn "Colly" Woods Soleri. It sounds like an architectural fairy tale. Paolo Soleri falls in love with the elder daughter of his first client, Nora Woods, as... - October 03, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
More Freedom for ‘Big and Tall’ Travelers
Company based out of Texas provides Big and Tall travelers new services to allow for a more comfortable experience. - October 03, 2008 - LogoBee Logo Design
Christian Hollywood Re-Launches Social Networking Site Specifically Created for Media-Related Community
Christian Hollywood gives entertainment professionals a place where they can show their creative and artistic products to the community, befriend others in the industry, and also a place to encourage and pray for their like-minded friends. - October 03, 2008 - Christian Hollywood Media
ROBOHEADS Are Coming to MAC @ MAM
On October 16, AIGA Miami kicks off its 2008-2009 season in true techie form with R O B O H E A D S. This conceptual launch event will introduce the organization's new board members to the community and start the buzz for an exciting winter season. It is a chance for the new board and guests to show some of their personality and ingenuity by designing and building their own robot head, which they'll don at the launch party. The event will feature music, food and drinks, all in a great venue. - October 03, 2008 - AIGA Miami
Surging Demand Triggers Extension of Speed Venture Summit™ Application Deadline
The NH High Technology Council today announced that it has extended the Speed Venture Summit™ presenter application deadline to October 15, to accommodate surging demand among entrepreneurs to pitch their growth stories. The Speed Venture Summit will feature businesses seeking investment capital pitching directly to top investors on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at the Radisson Hotel in Manchester, NH. - October 03, 2008 - Speed Venture Summit
The Breast Cancer Site Gives $75,000 to Mayo Clinic
The Breast Cancer Site announced today that it began Breast Cancer Awareness month by giving $75,000 to the Mayo Clinic for research into a cure. For the second year in the row, The Breast Cancer Site Endowed Fund for Breast Cancer Research will underwrite the salary of a researcher at Mayo Clinic... - October 03, 2008 - GreaterGood
Hit Hard by the Economic Downturn, Charities Look to Innovative Fundraising Models to Keep Their Doors Open
Recently, many of us woke up to learn that the U.S. government had seized Washington Mutual, a bank over a century old. Having the distinction of being the largest bank failure in US history, this comes days after other indications of an imploding economy became 24-hour news topics. The list of... - October 02, 2008 - Charity Group, LLC
National Federation of the Blind of Massachusetts to Protest the Film Blindness
Protest to be held Friday Oct 3 7:00 P.M. AMC Loews Boston Common 175 Tremont Street. - October 02, 2008 - National Federation of the Blind of Massachusetts
Forbes Billionaire Naguib Sawiris, Pioneering Philanthropist Ola Ghabbour Honored by Egyptian Diaspora at New York Event
Naguib Sawiris, international entrepreneur from the Middle East who recently was the first private investor to enter North Korea, and Ola Ghabbour, wife of the steel magnate and the catalyst behind the recent building of the first state-of-the-art children’s cancer hospital in the Middle East, are being honored by leaders from the Egyptian diaspora at a NY event on October 18th. - October 02, 2008 - Coptic Orphans
MAA Worldwide and the Globes Awards Announce Nominees for the 2008 "Best in the World" Promotion Marketing Campaign
The annual Globes Awards recognize campaigns that have already won top honors in separate national award programs that are organized in 26 Countries for excellence in promotional marketing. A Globe Award is presented to the campaign receiving the highest marks from an international panel of judges in each of 16 qualifying categories and Each year, the top three campaigns across all categories compete for the coveted “Best in the World” Promotional Marketing Campaign. - October 02, 2008 - MAAW.org