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Greater NY Business Expo to be Held at Madison Square Garden on 1/31/08
The Greater NY Chamber in conjunction with other local chambers & trade organizations throughout the Metro Region will host its 8th Business Expo and Resource Fair at MSG from 1pm until 6pm. Free information & seminars with expert panels to help small businesses and entrepreneurs grow and... - January 28, 2008 - New York Greater Chamber of Commerce
Come Celebrate and Honor New York's Puerto Rican Women
Edith Padilla, president of the New York Chapter of the National Conference of Puerto Rican Woman, Inc. invites all to the "Luncheon and Installation Ceremony of the 2008 Board of Directors" coming Saturday, Feb. 2nd, 12:30-3pm. Joel Rivera, New York City Council Member Majority Leader... - January 28, 2008 - National Conference of Puerto Rican Woman, Inc.
Oregon Bankers Association Awarded $100,000 to Assist Low Income Families Purchase Homes
The Oregon Bankers Association (OBA) today announced that it has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) to fund the OBA’s Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) during the 2008-2009 biennium. This is the seventh biennial grant given to HPAP from... - January 27, 2008 - Oregon Bankers Association
HTI Produces Research Report on Trends in the Medical Travel Industry (January 22, 2008)
HealthCare Tourism International, the Los Angeles-based healthcare tourism non-profit organization, recently published its first Annual Health Tourism Trends report highlighting the in-depth details of the world’s most popular destinations and health procedures for health tourism search in... - January 26, 2008 - HealthCare Tourism International, Inc
Christopher Richardson Named to Me Fine Foundation, Inc. Board of Advisors
Jennifer Terry, president of the Me Fine Foundation, Inc. (www.mefinefoundation.org) board of advisors, has announced that Chris Richardson, an associate at Kilpatrick Stockton LLP, a full-service international law firm, has been named to the organization’s board of advisors. As a board... - January 25, 2008 - Me Fine Foundation, Inc.
BBB Connecticut Appoints Howard Schwartz as Communications Coordinator
BBB CT to emphasize consumer education - January 25, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Cabin Fever: "Join the Continental Army," at Independence Visitor Center January 25, 2008; 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
On January 25, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. the Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th and Market Streets, will host “Cabin Fever: Valley Forge Encampment.” The Independence Visitor Center Corporation (IVCC) is working in conjunction with Valley Forge National Historical Park and the Valley Forge Convention and Visitors Bureau to present this free and exciting educational program. - January 25, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
New Abenaki Indian Museum to Visit in Vermont
A new museum in Vermont that teaches its visitors about the Abenaki Indians. The Abenaki Indians were the first people to occupy the land now called Vermont. Learn about how they lived historically and how they are still living today. - January 25, 2008 - Abenaki Indian Museum Of Vermont
Sikhcess™ Unveils New Website to Assist Volunteers with Worldwide Initiative to ‘Feed the Homeless’ in March 2008
Sikhcess™, a community-service organization dedicated to promoting the basic Sikh principles of public service, community, and equality for mankind, today unveiled its redesigned website (www.sikhcess.com) with significantly enhanced interactive content and event-scheduling... - January 25, 2008 - Sikhcess
February 8th Philanthro Productions Fete to Target LA's Young Adults in Partnership with Komen Race for the Cure®
PINK: Party for the Cure is fourth effort from non-profit aiming to develop next generation of philanthropic leaders. - January 25, 2008 - Philanthro Productions Inc.
Global Water Challenge and Ashoka's Changemakers Announce Worldwide Search for Social Entrepreneurs with Solutions to Water Challenges
Global Competition Promotes Sharing Ideas and Recognizes Innovators Working to Solve Water and Sanitation Crisis. - January 25, 2008 - Ashoka's Changemakers
Networking Outside the Box
LI Connects continues bi-weekly meetings at the Hauppauge Palace Diner for 2008. - January 25, 2008 - L I Connects Networking Group Inc
VirtualAssistantNetworking.com Hosts Teleseminar on February 21 to Help Small Business Owners Communicate Confidence and Boost Credibility
Civility expert Lew Bayer to share 10 simple behaviors for increased self-assurance, confidence, and productivity. - January 25, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
VAnetworking Announces Seminar on How to Leverage Live Assistance Through Your Business
VAnetworking.com is pleased to announce a seminar by Liza Magcale of eLiaise (www.eliaise.com). Lisa will be presenting “How to Leverage Live Assistance Through Your Business” on Wednesday, January 23, 200 at 6:00 p.m. (EST). Liza has over 10 years of building business one call at a... - January 24, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
The Cardiovascular Disease Foundation Hosts Annual 5K Walk for Life® & Free Health Fair
Fifth Annual 5K Walk and Free Community Health Fair to help local residents learn how to prevent and recognize cardiovascular disease and its many risk factors. Fun for all ages. - January 24, 2008 - Cardiovascular Disease Foundation
New Site Banishes Fundraising Headaches
As easy as 1.. 2.. 3.. new fundraising service for schools and non-profits makes fundraising fun, profitable and effortless. - January 24, 2008 - PerfectHolidayFundraisers.com
Anti-Discrimination Policies Are Poorly Communicated, Suggests New i4cp Study
Most companies report that employee claims are frequent. - January 24, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Detroit Architect Stephen E. Smith Elected 2008 President of the American Institute of Architects Michigan
The American Institute of Architects Michigan (AIA Michigan) announced the election of Detroit architect Stephen E. Smith, AIA, as its 2008 president. - January 24, 2008 - American Institute of Architects Michigan
NPSA Announces New Chairman of the Board
The National Portable Storage Association has elected a new board of directors for 2008. - January 24, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Haven Holidays Donates 88 Holidays in Memory of Family Holiday Association Co-Founder
Haven Holidays has donated 88 family holidays worth a total of £10,000 to the Family Holiday Association (FHA) in memory of the charity's co-founder. - January 24, 2008 - Family Holiday Association
Wave Foundation Supports SRI’s Operation Whale Shark
Wave Foundation of Kentucky’s Newport Aquarium has awarded $6,200 to Operation Whale Shark, a study conducted by the Shark Research Institute (SRI). The Wave grant, together with funds from the World Wildlife Fund, is helping SRI scientists identify the size, structure, and habits of the... - January 23, 2008 - Shark Research Institute
International Affairs Council Nominated for World Affairs Council of America President’s Award
Todd Culpepper, executive director of the International Affairs Council (IAC) of Raleigh (www.iacnc.org), has announced that the organization has been nominated for the World Affairs Councils of America’s (WACA) 2008 President’s Award for Council Excellence. To be eligible for this... - January 23, 2008 - International Affairs Council
Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield Announce New Programs & Events
The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield announces several upcoming fun programs and events. The 1,000 member strong club provides the area’s youth between the ages of 6-18 with enrichment and recreation programs in a safe environment. - January 23, 2008 - Marshfield Boys and Girls Club
Middle School Recognized for Elephant Sized Savings
Maine Public Utilities Commissioner Vendean Vafiades presents the Middle School of the Kennebunks with a Voluntary Renewable Resources Fund (VRRF) grant certificate for $35,213 for its efforts to use solar energy and teach students about its benefits. - January 23, 2008 - Efficiency Maine
International Vintners' Personal Wine Selections to be Auctioned at Naples Winter Wine Festival
A sampling of auction lots donated by participating vintners for the 2008 Naples Winter Wine Festival. - January 23, 2008 - Naples Winter Wine Festival
Efficiency Maine Tips for Saving Energy and Dollars
Efficiency Maine, a program of the Maine Public Utilities Commission, has released five tips to help consumers save on their electric bills and at the same time save energy. - January 23, 2008 - Efficiency Maine
The New Spirituality for Dummies Offers a Substantial and Fun Approach to Spiritual Life
It's Spirituality For the Rest of Us. In stores, January 22, 2008. With a friendly and conversational tone, the new, improved 2nd edition of Spirituality For Dummies helps readers find their way through the maze of modern life to an authentic spirituality that is universal, personal, and inherently optimistic. - January 22, 2008 - Sharon Janis
Speaking of Women’s Health Hosts Corporate Breakfast & Preview Event
Erika Mangrum, co-chair of the Speaking of Women’s Health Foundation and president of Iatria Spa, has announced that the organization will host a Corporate Breakfast & Preview event on Tuesday, Feb. 12 from 8-9:30 a.m. at the Capital City Club, located at 411 Fayetteville Street Mall. The... - January 22, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
The Association of Settlement Companies 2008 Conference Keynote Speaker to Provide Credit and Collection Insight to Attendees
The Association of Settlement Companies is preparing for their 2008 Annual TASC Conference in Las Vegas. - January 22, 2008 - The Association of Settlement Companies
Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (TCREW) to Host Green Building Panel Discussion
Jill Heath, president of Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (TCREW) (www.tcrew.org), an organization which provides a forum for fostering relationships among commercial real estate women professionals in the Triangle market, has announced that TCREW will host a green-building panel discussion on... - January 21, 2008 - Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women
Y90 Microspheres Education and Support Offers Straight Talk About Treating Liver Tumors Webinar
Dr. Charlie Nutting presents "Yttrium 90 Radioembolization (SIR-spheres or Therasphere) of Hepatic Malignancies" - January 20, 2008 - Y90 Microspheres Education and Support
Virtual Assistant Organization Honors Member with ‘VAccolade’ Award
VANetworking.com names forum member “VAccolade Business Entrepreneur of the Year." - January 20, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Networking Association
Triangle Business Leaders Join Board of Directors of Communities In Schools of North Carolina
IBM and Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina tap executives to serve on statewide board. - January 20, 2008 - Communities in Schools of NC
APICS Toledo Sponsors Leadership Improvement Seminar
The APICS Toledo chapter will be holding a Professional Development Seminar titled “Improving Your Leadership Skills” on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. The seminar will be held at the Brandywine Country Club in Maumee and will be jointly sponsored with the Toledo Chapter of the... - January 19, 2008 - Toledo APICS
Portlanders Are Invited to Sponsor "A Rose in Guadalajara" as an Enduring Gift for Loved Ones This Valentine’s Day
Show support of city partnerships with an enduring gift that unites cultures. - January 19, 2008 - Portland-Guadalajara Sister City Association
Steve Francis to Run for Mayor of San Diego - "I’ll be an Independent Mayor"
Presents Detailed Vision to Reform City Hall - Refuses to Accept Special Interest Contributions to Remain Influence Free - January 19, 2008 - Steve Francis for Mayor
Four Peaks Pickup, AZ. Feb 9th 2008
Several hundred folks from all walks of life have decided to come together to do something about the environment. Mountain biking, hiking, motorcycle, 4wheeling and shooting clubs are going to cooperate to clean up the Four Peaks, AZ area just north east of Phoenix. - January 19, 2008 - Four Peaks Pickup
Autograph Signing Event Planned at the Miss America Trade Show
Caitlin Brunell, Miss America’s Outstanding Teen will be part of an autograph signing event at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino featuring the 2007 Miss America’s Outstanding Teen titleholders on Thursday, January 24, 2008. The Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Autograph... - January 18, 2008 - Miss America's Outstanding Teen, Inc.
The 2007 LogoBee Logo Design Makeover Giveaway is Officially Closed
Another year has come and gone; and along with it another Logo Design Makeover Giveaway. LogoBee, Inc. would like to thank all of the participants from this year and encourage them to try again next year. - January 18, 2008 - LogoBee Logo Design
5th Annual Glass Slipper Ball Presented by Zonta Three Rivers North Slated for February 9, 2008
Pittsburgh North's biggest fundraising event is celebrating five years of raising money for women in need. The Glass Slipper Ball, scheduled for February 9, 2008, has already raised $210,000 for scholarships. The annual sell-out charity event features two dozen restaurants and wineries that will present signature samplings of fine food and wine. - January 18, 2008 - Zonta Three Rivers North
A Glimmer of Hope Foundation Donates $110,000 to Magee-Womens Research Institute
A Glimmer of Hope Foundation, a Pittsburgh based non-profit organization that supports breast cancer research, today presented a check in the amount of $110,000 to the Magee-Womens Research Institute. The donation was presented by Glimmer of Hope Foundation president, Diana Napper, Pittsburgh... - January 18, 2008 - A Glimmer of Hope Foundation
HFC International Begins Documenting the Harvest in HD
A U.K. based charity has begun production of four high definition films for TV and general release in 2008. Their award nominated films have been broadcast worldwide. - January 18, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Developing an Even Better Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield: Development Consultant Named
The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield, providing the area’s youth between the ages of 6-18 with enrichment and recreation programs in a safe environment, has recently announced that Thomas A. Gabianelli of Diversified Nonprofit Services (DNS) has been appointed as the club’s Development Consultant. - January 17, 2008 - Marshfield Boys and Girls Club
Medical Tourism Association Launches a Preview of the Medical Tourism Documentary "Angles Overseas"
The Medical Tourism Association Launches a Preview of the Medical Tourism Documentary "Angles Overseas." People can watch the preview of the documentary on the Medical Tourism Association's website. - January 17, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Bishop of Rochester Will Install Rev. Julie A. Cicora as Rector of St. Peter's Church
On January 31, 2008 at 7 pm. Bishop Jack McKelvey will install the Rev. Julie A. Cicora as the new Rector of St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Henrietta. Rev. Cicora left a leading position with Hewlett-Packard Company to become Priest-in-Charge of St. Peter's in October 2006. The Priest-in-Charge... - January 17, 2008 - St.Peter's Episcopal Church
Business Club Members to Hear John Costigan at January Meeting
Business Club of the Triangle to Meet at Brier Creek Country Club January 18 - January 17, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
The Parkland YMCA Family Center Extends an Invitation to the Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, January 26, 2008
The Parkland YMCA Family Center inaugurates Parkland’s newest family attraction with a fun day for the entire family, from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, January 26, 2008. The public is invited to celebrate the official opening of the new Parkland community facility at 10559 Trails End, Parkland, FL, in a celebration designed to display the first class facility and introduce the community to the quality programs and services designed to attract and provide for the families of Parkland. - January 17, 2008 - The Parkland YMCA Family Center
The Parkland YMCA Family Center Membership Drive Has Begun with the Message "First Class Facility, First Class Director, First Class Programs"
The Parkland YMCA Family Center membership drive ahead of the opening of the new Parkland community facility has begun in earnest. “We are very proud to partner with the City of Parkland in a first class facility, with a first class director and first class programs,” says Sheryl Woods, President and CEO, YMCA Broward County. “The new Center is state-of-the-art, and the quality programs and services provide for the entire family.” - January 17, 2008 - The Parkland YMCA Family Center
NPSA Reaches 400-Member Mark
The National Portable Storage Association is celebrating its membership. - January 17, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Women TIES Finger Lakes Growth Discussion Luncheon for Women Entrepreneurs
Women TIES, Women Together Inspiring Entrepreneurial Success, a company dedicated to creating a local, state and regional marketplace for women entrepreneurs presents a special luncheon for women entrepreneurs entitled "Understanding your Position in the Marketplace Leads to Growth and... - January 16, 2008 - Women TIES (Women Together Inspiring Entrepreneurial Success)