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Registration Open for The Ophelia Project's Third National Conference
Registration is now open online for The Ophelia Project’s third national conference, “The Bullying Crisis: Exploring Dimensions of Relational Aggression” to be held October 16-17, 2008 at Hotel Orrington in Evanston, Illinois, just minutes from downtown Chicago. This innovative... - February 20, 2008 - The Ophelia Project
Lupus Gala Brunch Honoring Local Volunteers and Supporters, Scheduled for April 27, 2008
On April 27, 2008 from 12 noon to 4pm at the Melville Marriott, the Lupus Alliance of America LI/Q Affiliate will be holding a Gala Brunch to raise funds and honor several supporters who have gone above and beyond the call in the fight against lupus. - February 20, 2008 - The Lupus Alliance of America LI/Q Affiliate
Jim Horan Named Hepatitis B Foundation COO
James Horan has been named the Chief Operating and Financial Officer of the Hepatitis B Foundation, a world-class nonprofit research organization headquartered in Doylestown, Pa. - February 20, 2008 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Camouflaged: New York Collective of Radical Educators (NYCoRE) Releases Anti-Military Curriculum for Use in Classrooms Across the Country
New York Collective of Radical Educators (NYCoRE) is proud to announce the release of Camouflaged: Investigating How the U.S. Military Affects You and Your Community. The curriculum provides tools for educators to help middle and high school-aged students explore the role of the United States military in their lives and in their communities. It is available for purchase at http://www.nycore.org. - February 20, 2008 - NYCoRE
Feel Golf Named “Official Wedge Partner” of the International Players Tour
Feel Golf Company and the International Players Tour (IPT) have joined forces for the 2008 Tour Season. The partnership features Feel Golf’s designation as “The Official Wedge Partner" of the IPT, and unique access to Feel’s technology for the IPT membership. - February 19, 2008 - International Players Tour
Metropolitan Events & Production and The Powder Group Announce The Makeup Show Miami, February 24th & 25th, 2008
Metropolitan Events & Production, The Powder Group Announce and On Makeup Magazine Presents Lead Makeup Artist, James Vincent For An Exclusive Presentation of The Makeup Show Miami "Look" At The Makeup Show Miami. - February 19, 2008 - The Makeup Show
Franklin Covey’s "7 Habits for Managers" Now in San Diego
Transform your team for breakthrough results. Recent national surveys of thousands of employees disclosed that while many people work hard, there is a worrying lack of effectiveness. The problems are not limited to one industry, one geographic location, or even one age group. Survey results... - February 19, 2008 - Small Business Development Center North San Diego County
Benefit Concert - March 16, 2008 5:00PM at St. John's RC Church in Piermont, NY to Aid Needy Families in Rockland County Communities
The Grace Charitable Foundation is sponsoring a benefit concert on Sunday March 16, 2008 at 5:00PM at St. John’s Catholic Church in Piermont, NY. The concert titled “An Irish Tale” is a delightful evening of Irish song and story, featuring tenors Jim Russell (New York City Opera)... - February 19, 2008 - The Grace Charitable Foundation, Inc
International Affairs Council Awarded Z. Smith Reynolds Grant
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) (www.iacnc.org), has announced that the organization has been awarded the Z. Smith Reynolds Grant. This grant will allow the IAC to create a framework and dissemination plan for the Marshall Memorial Fellowship, a program... - February 18, 2008 - International Affairs Council
MYS Releases Video About the Global Directory of Web Sites That List Online Volunteer Opportunities
This video will help to clarify that MYS's global directory does not list online volunteer opportunities but is a unique global recruitment resource for a non-profit organization asking: "Where can we list our online volunteer opportunities for potential volunteers to see them?" - February 18, 2008 - Macdonald Youth Services
Birthday Club Cracks Invalid Birth Date Bug
Free Software Released - February 17, 2008 - Honor Society of Leap Year Day Babies
People Looking for Love Online Beware
Complaints to BBB Skyrocketing About Online Dating Services - February 17, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
BBB Connecticut Pulls Accreditation from Two Companies
Cromwell And Trumbull-Based Firms Cited for BBB Code Infractions - February 17, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS Presents "It's Good to be Golden: The Story of Henry the Heart" by Jeffery A. Faulkerson, MSSW
Announcing the release of the new children's picture book, "It's Good to be Golden: The Story of Henry the Heart", by Jeffery A. Faulkerson, MSSW. - February 16, 2008 - PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS
Andrea Bowe, Director of CSIRI.org a Washington Non-Profit, and a Full-Time Ph.d. Student Online, Publishes 17 Original Works in Just One Month on Lulu.com
Andrea Bowe, a full-time Ph.D. Student in Education & Leadership, Self-Designed, with Walden University online, just published 17 new First Edition Books in just one month using lulu.com, a free online publishing site. Andrea is also the Content Specialist and Web Page Designer for several groups, including not only CSIRI, but also SpiritualUN and AAA Design Services Group. - February 16, 2008 - Computer Social Impact Research Institute, Inc.
Valley Market Announces the Launch of Its New Website
Valley Market, the developing grocery cooperative in Staunton, can now be found on the Internet at www.valleymarket.org. - February 16, 2008 - Valley Market
Arizona Business Travel Association Presents Charity Golf Tournament - Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Arizona Business Travel Association presents the “Drive for Charity” Golf Tournament - Wednesday, April 16, 2008. The tournament will be held at Arizona Grand Resort (Formerly Pointe South Mountain) on 8000 South Arizona Grand Pwky at 12:30pm. - February 16, 2008 - Arizona Business Travel Association
At Joint Meeting with TSHRM, Raleigh-Wake Human Resource Management Association (RWHRMA) Presents "Non-Compete Agreements & Departing Employees"
On February 19, 2008, at a joint meeting with TSHRM (Triangle Society for Human Resource Management), RWHRMA is pleased to introduce Louis B Meyer III, JD, partner at Poyner & Spruill, to provide details on non-compete agreements. In his presentation, he will define non-compete agreements,... - February 16, 2008 - Raleigh Wake Human Resource Management Association (RWHRMA)
eProfessional Association Announces the Expanded Technology Grants Program for K-12 Schools
eProfessional Association today announced its Expanded Technology Grants Program for K-12 Schools. The Grants will help K-12 schools acquire and use web-based applications to reduce their administrative costs, employ reduced-cost remote services available over the Internet, and other services that... - February 16, 2008 - eProfessional Association
Nitenite Scoops Innovation Award
The micro-boutique hotel concept nitenite has been recognised for “excellence in innovation” by an independent judging panel at the Hotel Excellence Awards hosted by Hotel Reservation Service. - February 15, 2008 - nitenite cityhotels
Lisa Kemp-Williams Ministers at Golden Gate Nondenominational Church, West Palm Beach, FL
Prophetic psalmist to minister at Golden Gate Nondenominational Church Women’s Conference West Palm Beach, Fl. - February 15, 2008 - LKW Ministries International
Businesses Fall in Love with Portable Storage
The National Portable Storage Association offers countless reasons to embrace the convenience of containerized storage this Valentine's Day. Portable storage containers have been a boon for consumers who want to take some of the hassle out of moving, but containerized storage can also be a boon... - February 15, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Better Business Bureau Offers New Tools for Consumers Searching for Products and Services
One Stop on the Web to Find a Trustworthy Business - February 14, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Billions in Infrastructure Building Bonds Means Money for Your Small Business
Between October 1, 2007 and September 30, 2008 Caltrans anticipates receiving in excess of $6.5 billion Federal and State funding for the reconstruction of California’s roads. If your small business provides services from asphalt to fencing; from backhoes to traffic control; from catering to... - February 14, 2008 - Small Business Development Center North San Diego County
Local Business Person Nominated for Prestigious "Small Business Person of the Year" Award by Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has proclaimed National Small Business Week to recognize the contributions of small businesses to the strength and economic well-being of America. Each year, the U.S. Small Business Administration also recognizes the special impact made by... - February 14, 2008 - Small Business Development Center North San Diego County
Laser Image Corporate Printing Selected as Newest Member of the Business Club of the Triangle
The Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Business Club of the Triangle (BCA Triangle) has selected Laser Image Corporate Printing as their newest Executive Member. As part of the BCA Triangle, Richard Smith and his team at Laser Image will be involved in a series of business development events,... - February 14, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
TechBiz Connection to Disclose Successful Offshoring Secrets at January Forum
TechBiz Connection (http://www.techbizconnection.org) will host a distinguished panel of highly regarded experts who will reveal the secrets of successful offshoring at its monthly forum on Wednesday, February 20 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Calit2 at the University of California, Irvine. According to... - February 14, 2008 - TechBiz Connection
A New Year’s Resolution in Action; the Parkland YMCA Family Center’s Programs and Services
Responding to what the YMCA of the USA has identified as a lifestyle crisis facing children, youth, individuals and families, president and CEO Neil Nicholl disclosed a New Year’s resolution to “support Americans in establishing better and lasting habits around their health.” The Parkland YMCA Family Center is in a unique position to lead the way to fulfilling this very progressive and ambitious New Year resolution. - February 14, 2008 - The Parkland YMCA Family Center
Trying to Answer Unanswered Questions - Kenya
While many questions remain unanswered about the future of the current conflict in Kenya a documentary film crew delved into the roots and solution to the problems there. - February 14, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Bear Hugs for U.S. Soldiers
Beginning this Memorial Day, 210,000 red, white and blue teddy bears inscribed with "We Support and Hug You" will be delivered to U.S. soldiers serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. An additional 90,000 teddy bears will be distributed to soldiers recuperating in VA hospitals across America. - February 13, 2008 - Hamblett Venture Partners
WeAreSingleMoms.Org Launches Informational and Forums Site
Single Mothers’ Social Organization Goes Beyond MySpace Profile - February 13, 2008 - WeAreSingleMoms.org
MS Sufferer Searches for Parents on Ebay
Ray Sabbatini, a man stricken with Multiple Sclerosis, is searching for his biological parents with the help of Ebay. - February 13, 2008 - Multiple Sclerosis Extreme
NMFTA/CCSB/CRC Meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida - Great Success
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA) held its February Meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida from Sunday, February 3rd to Wednesday, February 6th. This was the first meeting of the NMFTA since the implementation of the new organizational structure and procedures that went into... - February 13, 2008 - National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.
NBC17 Signs on as Media Sponsor for Spare Some for Autism Event
NBC announcer and Olympic Gold Medalist Rowdy Gaines to participate. - February 13, 2008 - Spare Some for Autism
Local Business Club Adopts New Name and Mission
Business Club of the Triangle to Strive to Build Business Relationships. - February 13, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
ExtendLove.org to Give Out Free Roses to New Yorkers, Presidential Candidates on Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day sucks if you're single, but New Yorkers are being shown a little extra love this year. ExtendLove.org will be giving out roses at Union Square on Valentine's Day to demonstrate that love should be extended to everyone. ExtendLove.org is a new website that tracks and consolidates... - February 12, 2008 - ExtendLove.org
Babysitting Course to be Held at Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield on February 24th
In conjunction with EMS Academy of Marshfield, the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield will hold a babysitting course for children ages 11 to 17 years old on Sunday, February 24th, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. - February 12, 2008 - Marshfield Boys and Girls Club
VAnetworking Presents Seminar on What Does Your Office Say About Your Business?
VAnetworking.com is pleased to announce a seminar presented by Stephanie McWilliams of Evolving Arts - February 12, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
Revealing RFID Beyond Tracking at RFID Asia Summit 2008 in Indonesia
Learning from the failures of early adopters & revealing successful RFID technology & applications beyond tracking, the prestigious RFID Asia Summit 2008 will address RFID technology and economic opportunities in various vertical industries. - February 12, 2008 - RFID Asia
Create The Change Announces Tornado Relief Efforts; Charitable Group Opens Their Heart to Help Victims
When Create The Change heard that thousands of people were devastated by a string of deadly tornadoes that swept through five southern states; they jumped into action to help. With a team of volunteers, Create the Change is leading a fundraising effort to directly help individuals and families who... - February 11, 2008 - Create the Change Inc.
Sikhcess™ Global ‘Feed the Homeless’ Campaign Launches in Birmingham
On Saturday 1 March 2008, a group of over 60 volunteers will prepare and distribute over 2000 food packages to local homeless shelters and community centres marking the first UK ‘Feed the Homeless’ campaign, a global initiative supported by members of the Sikh community. Volunteers... - February 11, 2008 - Sikhcess
Hal Colston, Founder of Good News Garage and Neighborkeepers, Profiled in People Magazine’s “Heroes Among Us”
Hal Colston, founder of two successful anti-poverty programs, Good News Garage and Neighborkeepers, is profiled in the current issue (dated February 11, 2008) of People Magazine in their “Heroes Among Us” column. - February 11, 2008 - Good News Garage
One of Florida's Finest Featured in February Luncheon
Kristopher Fernandez, a Florida Board Certified Attorney Speaks at NAHREP Tampa Bay Members Meeting Educating About Lease Purchases - February 11, 2008 - NAHREP Tampa Bay Chapter
Military Marriages: Operation Military Family Tackles Misconceptions and Highlights Successful Marriages
Operation Military Family offers a unique look at how military couples strengthen their marriages despite the challenges brought on by unexpected or extended deployments. - February 10, 2008 - Operation Military Family
Out4Immigration Supports National Freedom to Marry Week
Notes that Inequality in Federal Marriage Law Denies Same-Sex Binational Couples Basic Rights. - February 10, 2008 - Out4Immigration
Communities in Schools of North Carolina Calls for Increased Involvement to Fight State’s Dropout Crisis
State-wide non-profit responds to new dropout report; offers proven record to help students stay in school and graduate - February 10, 2008 - Communities in Schools of NC
San Diego Extravaganza for "Emerging and Undiscovered" Young Women Leaders
Event notification: Jenna Druck Foundation - 11th Annual Young Women's Spirit of Leadership Conference. Date: March 1, 2008. Time: 7 am - 4 pm. Location: Liberty Station, Point Loma (San Diego, CA). - February 10, 2008 - Jenna Druck Foundation
Grand Performances Receives $300,000 Latin American and Central/East Asian Artists Presentation Grant from The James Irvine Foundation
Grand Performances has received a major $300,000 three-year grant from The James Irvine Foundation. This is important support for Grand Performances’ commitment to the presentation of performance and residency activities by performing artists from Latin America and Central/Eastern Asia. This... - February 09, 2008 - Grand Perfromances
Parental Alienation Awareness Organization Begins Preparations for Parental Alienation Awareness Day-April 25th
Parental Alienation Awareness Organization (PAAO) is beginning the New Year by launching its campaign to organize events for April 25th-Parental Alienation Awareness Day. - February 09, 2008 - Parental Alienation Awareness Organization
96 Counties Now on Board for Statewide Operation Inasmuch
The inaugural Statewide Operation Inasmuch Day is building momentum. Coordinators from 96 North Carolina counties have now signed on to organize the one-day blitz on April 19, 2008. On this day, volunteers from all over the state will work together to provide assistance to those in need. Samples... - February 09, 2008 - Operation Inasmuch