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MADD Founder Candace Lightner to Appear on Healing the Grieving Heart National Radio Show
Founder of Mothers Against Drunk Driving to be interviewed by “Healing the Grieving Heart” Hosts, Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley on May 1, 2008, sponsored by The Open to Hope Foundation. - May 01, 2008 - Open to Hope Foundation
Florida Direct Marketing Association Announces 30th Annual Marketing Summit Coming to Fort Lauderdale May 15th, 2008 Featuring Lois Geller, Disney, Affinova and Assurant
The must-attend event for marketing professionals, business owners/managers in South Florida. The Summit is a half day event of networking and education with the hottest topics & issues. - May 01, 2008 - Florida Direct Marketing Association
The International Affairs Council Names Co-Chairs for the 2008 Citizen of the World Award
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) (www.iacnc.org), has announced that Sepi Asefnia, president of Sepi Engineering Group (www.sepiengineering.com), and Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc. (www.mmimarketing.com) will co-chair the planning... - May 01, 2008 - International Affairs Council
Research Night on Gender and Multiple Sclerosis Scheduled for May 15
The Eastern North Carolina Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society will host the Tenth Annual MS Research Night on Thursday, May 15 at the Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley. This year’s speaker, Dr. Caroline Whitacre, will be discussing the effects of gender on MS, specifically... - May 01, 2008 - National MS Society - Eastern North Carolina Chapter
Free Wheelchair Mission Local "Walk for Mobility" Event to be Hosted by Jones YMCA
Walk for Mobility Event will honor local residents who did not let being confined to a wheelchair stop them from making the community, thus the world, a better place, as well as raise funds to give the gift of mobility to others. - May 01, 2008 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Celebrate a $2.6 Billion Industry on National Scrapbooking Day
May 3, 2008 National Scrapbooking Day has emerged as a way of celebrating the number one, top-selling category of the 39 craft segments in the $31.7* billion dollar U.S. craft and hobby industry. - May 01, 2008 - Craft & Hobby Association
Steve Francis, Independent Mayoral Candidate for San Diego, Supports Calls for Independent City Auditor
Candidate for Mayor of San Diego Steve Francis comments upon charges filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against former City Auditor Edward Ryan and City Manager Michael Uberuaga. - May 01, 2008 - Steve Francis for Mayor
AsiaFest Austin 2008 to Kick Off Celebration of National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in Austin, Texas
Come and join the celebration of National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at AsiaFest Austin 2008 on May 3, 2008 with fun, food and entertainment. The event will be held from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm at the future home of Austin Asian American Resource Center at 8401, Cameron Road, Austin, TX... - May 01, 2008 - Network of Asian American Organizations
Unanimous Vote to Fund Scottsdale Soleri Bridge
After years of discussion and more than a hundred emails to the Scottsdale City Council in support, funding for the Paolo Soleri Bridge and Plaza was unanimously approved. - May 01, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
Music, Dance, & Tastes of India in Arcosanti, Arizona
On May 10th, 2008, Arcosanti will feature "Sounds & Tastes of India," a celebration of Indian culture through live music, dance, and food. - May 01, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
Local Resorts Teams Up With EFSN to Support California Schools
Educational Foundation Support Network has teamed up with WorldMark by Wyndham® to contribute funds through a community outreach program called Simple Fundraiser. - May 01, 2008 - Simple Fundraiser
NPSA Offers Portable Storage Financing Tips
Portable storage vendors have several options to finance containerized storage purchases. Discover the pros and cons of each option. - May 01, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
America Brings Home the Gold at the World Pizza Championships in Italy
America’s # 1 Pizza Team The World Pizza Champions earned several medals at the World Pizza Championships in Salsomaggiore, Italy April 22, 23, 24. Bruno Di Fabio of Amore Pizza in Scarsdale, New York won the Gold medal in the Fastest Pizza category with a top speed of 5 pizzas in 48 seconds. - May 01, 2008 - World Pizza Champions
Non-Profit Approval Shows Delray CC Goes the Distance for Debtors
Government approval of Delray Credit Counseling’s 501(c)(3) status allows the agency to continue to lead its clients to debt freedom. - May 01, 2008 - Delray Credit Counseling
Mom's Giving Back in More Ways Than One
In celebration of Mother’s Day and Small Business Month, a unique new group, Mom’s Business Associates (MBA), will hold a business workshop, educating business owners about Free resources available to help start, grow, and succeed in their business. The proceeds of this event will be... - May 01, 2008 - MBA (Mom's Business Associates)
25 Companies Win Worldwide Award for Democracy in the Workplace
For-profit and non-profit organizations from the US, Canada, the Netherlands and Malaysia were selected from a diversity of industries. - April 30, 2008 - WorldBlu, Inc.
Colorado Rep. Bernie Buescher Keynotes the CBSA Annual All-Member Meeting
Representative Bernie Buescher (D-Grand Junction), Chairman of the Colorado General Assembly’s Joint Budget Committee (JBC), provided the keynote address at the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) Annual All-Member Meeting yesterday at the University Club in Denver. In other action, 2008 association sponsors were announced, plus new and reappointed board members voted on by those in attendance. - April 30, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
Carol Johnson Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award
At the 18th Annual Recruiting Network Conference, Carol Johnson of The Recruiting Network, was presented with the Life Achievement Award for her contribution to the origination and continual development of the discipline now recognized as Real Estate Recruiting. - April 30, 2008 - The Recruiting Network
Tampa Bay, Florida Hispanic Focused Association Team Takes Legislative Action
Board Members of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals Tampa Bay Chapter Visit with U.S. Representatives in Washington D.C. to Discuss Industry Legislative Agenda - April 30, 2008 - NAHREP Tampa Bay Chapter
Memorial Day Parade/Veteran Events Directory
VetFriends.com -- the largest Web site reuniting and supporting US veterans -- has created a nationwide online Memorial Day parade/events directory at www.vetfriends.com/memorialparades/ free for all to view and submit event information. - April 30, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Planet Child of Cary to Host Nesting for Peace Creation Session
Planet Child of Cary will welcome Apex artist Karin Baumeister-Rehm who will host two creative art sessions as part of her Nesting for Peace project. Baumeister-Rehm will be at Planet Child on May 6th at 10 AM and again on May 8th at 4 PM as part of her efforts to bring the Nesting for Peace concept to cities outside of Apex. - April 30, 2008 - Planet Child of Cary
Mariel Lane Receives Lifetime Achievement Honor
An outstanding young woman from Memphis, TN receives Lifetime Achievement Award. - April 30, 2008 - World Universe Ambassador Org.
Top Executives Provide Straight Talk and Insight at NAFA's 2008 Institute & Expo
NAFA's presents "Straight Talk from Leasing Executives" and "Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)" panels at the 2008 Institute & Expo in Salt Lake City, Utah on May 5, 2008. - April 30, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Who Needs Hostels?
Use your skills to cut your travel costs with Conversation Corps. - April 30, 2008 - Conversation Corps
Sprechen Sie Deutsch? Join the German-Speaking Family Club
The German-Speaking Family Club is an outlet for German-speaking families with children. It’s an active group of families that regularly meets in Brea, Fullerton, La Habra, La Habra Heights, La Mirada and Whittier. They regularly conduct playgroups, host family events and are a resource for... - April 29, 2008 - The German-Speaking Family Club
Burned Teen from Uganda Finds Hope, Help and Healing at Shriner’s Hospital in Boston
Team Engeye, ChooseANeed, Just Cause, Compassion in Action, Senator John Kerry, Senator Edward Kennedy, Congressman John Lewis, Congressman Michael McNulty, Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel Conley and Many Others Work Together to Help Susan. - April 29, 2008 - Engeye
VetFriends.com Reunites US Veterans and Military While Remembering Our Fallen Soldiers
VetFriends.com is taking a moment to reflect on the many brave men and women who have given their lives in the service and protection of our great country. Additionally VetFriends is thanking all of the veteran brothers and sisters, active and reserve military of the US Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. With the approach of Memorial Day and all year long a special salute, thanks and honor to all who have served and sacrificed to preserve our freedom. - April 28, 2008 - VetFriends.com
"DC Cover the Uninsured Week 2008" Campaign Press Event: Monday April 28, 10AM
DC AHEC Hosts Press Event and Local Events to Increase Awareness and Access to Health Care During "DC Cover the Uninsured Week 2008" Campaign Press Event: Monday April 28, 10AM. - April 27, 2008 - District of Columbia Area Health Education Center (DC AHEC)
MSA Promotes Museums as Unique Shopping Destinations
MSA Brings Cultural Commerce and Tourism Message to Museum Directors at the American Association of Museums Annual Meeting and MuseumExpo, April 28– 30. - April 27, 2008 - Museum Store Association
How to Run a Fleet on the Other Side of the Globe
The Global Fleet Management Roundtable at NAFA's 2008 Institute & Expo will answer all questions regarding how to run a fleet on the other side of the world. - April 27, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
MSA Launches New Publication: The Cultural Traveler
The Museum Store Association (MSA), with its partners the U.S. Cultural & Heritage Tourism Marketing Council and the Shop America Alliance, is proud to announce the launch of a new publication called The Cultural Traveler, a tourism-focused guidebook featuring the leading museum stores in North... - April 27, 2008 - Museum Store Association
The Church in China - Olympic Hopes and High Anxiety
The Christian Church in China has different hopes and expectations about the 2008 Olympics to be held in Beijing. - April 27, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Accuity, the Leading Provider of Payment Routing Data & AML Screening Software Named Sponsor at Knowledge Congress's Event on Anti-Money Laundering III on 05/14/08
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences has announced today that Accuity, Leading Provider of Payment Routing Data and AML Screening Software named sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming teleconference entitled: “Anti-Money Laundering III for Financial Institutions: New Developments, Economic Sanctions and Global Compliance Requirements.” This 2-hour event is scheduled for May 14, 2008, Wednesday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST. - April 27, 2008 - The Knowledge Group
Colorado BioScience Association Praises Governor Ritter’s Signing and Rep. Riesberg and Sen. Bacon’s Sponsorship of the Bioscience Research Grant Program (HB 1001)
Colorado Governor Bill Ritter has signed HB 1001, spurring development of the bioscience industry in Colorado. The Bioscience Research Grant Program puts $26.5 million over the next five years into several initiatives within Colorado’s bioscience industry. These funds and program will be managed by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade. - April 26, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
NAFA Fleet Management Association Meets with EPA
NAFA started a dialogue between NAFA members and the EPA at a recent meeting on pending regulation for manadatory reporting of greenhouse gases. - April 26, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Diversity Alliance for Science Releases Podcast on Inaugural Conference
Diversity Alliance for Science (www.diversityallianceforscience.com) has announced the release of a podcast discussing the 2008 inaugural conference and expo scheduled for May 19-20 at the Westin Governor Morris in Morristown, N.J. In the podcast, Leah Brown, co-chair of the event, and Dana Caudle,... - April 26, 2008 - Diversity Alliance For Science, Inc.
N.C. Water Rights Committee Taps MMI Associates, Inc.
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., (www.mmimarketing.com) a Raleigh-based full-service public relations firm, has announced that the firm has been named the agency of record for the N.C. Water Rights Committee. The N.C. Water Rights Committee is a coalition of North Carolina... - April 26, 2008 - N.C. Water Rights Committee
NAFA's 2008 Expo Brings a Daughter Closer to Her Father's Legacy
A college student from Quebec travels to Salt Lake City to present an award named after her father who died when she was just eight years old. - April 26, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Mothers Who Make a Difference 2008 - Third Annual List
Love Our Children USA announced today the Third Annual “Mothers Who Make A Difference List.” What is the most difficult job in the world? Parenting. As Mother’s Day nears on Sunday, May 11th, and at a time when violence against children affects over 3 million children in our... - April 26, 2008 - Love Our Children USA
Balanced Engineering Solution for the Planet
Systems Engineering, a profession generally associated with putting satellites into space, or creating the newest car models, will look toward the themes of water management, climate change, and transportation during the upcoming international symposium. - April 26, 2008 - German Chapter of INCOSE
Native American Visionary and Artist, Rod Bearcloud Berry Brings Into the Light...The Chameleon Project
Native American Visionary and Artist, Rod Bearcloud Berry brings into the light the Chameleon Project. "The Chameleon Project is the largest project to assist the spirit of humanity on Earth." Bearcloud Rod Bearcloud Berry, founder and overseer of the Chameleon Project, was shown his... - April 26, 2008 - Chameleon Project Organization
Massive Impact on Recycling and the Environment
The Vyouz network is a pioneering and innovative team of individuals developing environmentally-sensible working websites. With over 200 domains and 30 green brands to its credit Vyouz is set to become one of the biggest names in the battle against climate change. www.vskips.co.uk and... - April 25, 2008 - Vyouz Ltd
Four Teens Fully Recover from Autism
Press Conference and World Premiere Movie. - April 25, 2008 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Local Website Puts Atlanta on the Map
LegalAid-GA.org Shares Nomination for Best Law Website by the Prestigious Webby Awards – for 2nd Year in a Row. - April 25, 2008 - Georgia Legal Services Program
Founder of World’s Largest Virtual Assistance Organization Embarks on North American Speaking Tour
VAnetworking.com founder and Certified Internet Marketing Specialist to make speaking appearances in Charlotte, NC at the 7th Annual IVAA Summit, Toronto, ON at the first annual Forum on Virtual Assistance and ‘virtually’ at the 3rd Annual Online International Virtual Assistance Conference. - April 25, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
NPSA Supports Container Art Initiatives Worldwide
The National Portable Storage Association applauds the Kaohsiung International Container Arts Festival, which uses portable storage containers to express eco-art. - April 25, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
NACCE's Second Annual Summer Symposium Set for June 22-25: This Year's Theme is "Teaching Entrepreneurship: Sharing Best Practices"
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) will hold its second Summer Symposium for Community College Entrepreneurship Educators (S-CCEE) June 22-25 at Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) in Springfield, MA. This annual event for faculty at community... - April 25, 2008 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
5k & 10k Race in Middleboro on May 3rd Supports the New Samuel Fuller School
The Samuel Fuller School is hosting a 5k walk/run and a 10k run at 10:00 on Saturday, May 3, 2008. The race celebrates the opening of the new Samuel Fuller School and also serves as a fundraiser for scholarships. - April 25, 2008 - Samuel Fuller School
Beaumont Cardiologist to be Keynote Speaker at Soroptimist Conference
Women’s Heart Health Among Key Issues to be Discussed at 101st Annual Meeting. - April 25, 2008 - Beaumont Foundation
IFIS to Launch New Version of FSTA Direct Database
The International Food Information Service (IFIS) announces the launch of their new online database interface, FSTA Direct v2, for May 2008. FSTA Direct v2 offers an improved way to search the FSTA – Food Science and Technology Abstracts® database. - April 25, 2008 - IFIS