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Executive Director of American Foundation for Children with AIDS Reports Account of Trip to Zimbabwe, One of Few Americans to Travel There Since Presidential Election
Launches Emergency Campaign to Raise Funds for Life-Saving Antibiotics. - May 20, 2008 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
Young Polar Scientists Take the Pulse of Permafrost Temperature
A team of young investigators from the Permafrost Young Researchers Network (http://pyrn.ways.org) have started an international project to measure climate change impacts on permafrost temperatures — with bore holes in Svalbard, northern Sweden, Norway and Finland. - May 20, 2008 - Permafrost Young Researchers Network
Ideal 4 Investors Announces Date for Summer Online Real Estate Investors Expo
Real Estate Investors Can Participate in Free Online Education Seminars and Discover Opportunities Through Online Property Tours. - May 19, 2008 - Ideal 4 Investors
Street Flips is Flipping the Streets
Street Flips (www.streetflips.com) is an arts & entertainment organization dedicated to promoting flipping/tricking above the influence of recreational drug-use and does live performances in addition to shooting a reality web show online to raise money and inspire kids to get out of the house,... - May 19, 2008 - Street Flips
3rd Annual American Cancer Society Coral Gables Relay for Life Silent Auction and Fashion Show
In joyous culmination and tasteful celebration of a successful Coral Gables Relay of Life 2008, this year they are hosting the Third Annual Relay for Life Silent Auction and Fashion Show. At 6:30pm on Thursday, May 22nd at the Venetian Pool in Coral Gables; survivors, family, friends, supporters, volunteers and community members will assemble to the theme of Old Havana. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Coral Gables American Cancer Society Relay for Life. - May 18, 2008 - Coral Gables Relay for Life
The 2008 Northern California Career & Leadership Summit - Free Event Enhance Your Career: Leadership, Networking and Communication Skills
The 2008 Northern California Career Summit, hosted by Job Connections, is a free, half-day conference targeted to Bay Area professionals looking to enhance their professional skills. The Summit will be held Saturday, May 31 from 8:00 AM to 2PM at the Community Presbyterian Church in Danville,... - May 18, 2008 - CPC Job Connections
Texas Association of Health Underwriters Acknowledges Local Chapters’ Successes
TAHU Awards Local Chapters’ Efforts of Record-Setting Membership Retention and Achievement. - May 18, 2008 - Texas Association of Health Underwriters
SOS Children’s Villages Shares a Celebration of Home
For South Florida’s foster kids, home is a very special word and, for the hundreds of foster children that have come through their doors, SOS Children’s Villages – Florida is a very special place. On April 27, the organization and their community of supporters celebrated their 15th year of service with a “15 and Fabulous” Birthday Bash at Boca West Country Club. - May 18, 2008 - SOS Children's Villages - Florida
Citinannies.net Re-Launches a Service to Help Families and Nannies Fight Nigerian Scams
CitiNannies.net is the first family membership organization to offer families and candidates prescreening for the defense of fraud schemes and Nigerian scams. - May 17, 2008 - CitiNannies LLC
National Celiac Awareness Measure Garners Unprecedented Support Industry, Consumers and Policy Makers Back Legislation
The American Celiac Disease Alliance (ACDA) announces unprecedented support for bill by Rep. Nita Lowey recognizing May as National Celiac Disease Awareness Month. The measure also emphasizes the important role dietitians play in helping celiac patients, and urges more funding for celiac research. Major medical groups, pharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers and patient support groups have endorsed the bill. - May 17, 2008 - American Celiac Disease Alliance
Despite Slow Economy Businesswomen Are Blazing Ahead—just Like the Little Engine That Could, Dallas Conference in July
With all the news of a slow down in our economy, Sandra Yancey, Founder & CEO of Dallas based eWomenNetwork, an international business women’s networking organization, says there is a real and measurable change in the way women entrepreneurs are pushing forward and profiting despite negative news about the economy - May 17, 2008 - eWomenNetwork
Diversity Alliance for Science Releases Podcast on Merck & Co., Inc’s Involvement with Inaugural Conference
Diversity Alliance for Science (www.diversityallianceforscience.com) has announced the release of a podcast discussing Merck & Co., Inc.’s involvement in the 2008 inaugural conference and expo scheduled for May 19-20 at the Westin Governor Morris in Morristown, N.J. In the podcast, Dan... - May 17, 2008 - Diversity Alliance For Science, Inc.
N.C. Water Rights Committee Launches New Web Site
The N.C. Water Rights Committee (www.ncwaterrights.org) has announced the launch of the organization’s new Web site at www.ncwaterrights.org. The Web site features an overview of the organization, informative information on water rights and radio spots featuring N.C. Water Rights Committee... - May 17, 2008 - N.C. Water Rights Committee
National MS Society Receives $10,000 Donation from Fonville Morisey Realty's 12th Annual Golf Tournament
The National MS Society was presented with a $10,000 donation at the conclusion of the 12th Annual Fonville Morisey Realty Charity Golf Tournament. The tournament, held at Wildwood Green Golf Club, allowed more than 110 sales associates and employees the opportunity to give back to the local... - May 17, 2008 - National MS Society - Eastern North Carolina Chapter
Diabetic Foundation Brings "Sex and the City" to Miami with Screening and Silent Auction
The Diabetic Foundation will host a private screening of "Sex and the City" with a VIP reception and silent auction, in Aventura on June 1st. The screening of the film will be followed by a "Cosmos and Champagne" reception where guests can bid on items that tie into the film's theme. In 2006, the Diabetic Foundation was formed, a non-profit organization designed specifically to benefit underprivileged South Florida families whose children are suffering from juvenile diabetes. - May 17, 2008 - Diabetic Foundation, Inc.
ISM: to Celebrate the "Best in Show"
This event is a friendly art competition that will allow student artists to show their art work. This art show will give local students a chance to see what a professional gallery experience is all about. - May 17, 2008 - ISM
Petitions Certified for Kent Bjorklund for Osceola County Commissioner, District 3 (Florida)
Kent Bjorklund, a minister, business consultant, and Osceola County resident since 1983, is a strong candidate for Osceola County Commissioner, District 3. He has gathered a sufficient number of petitions to get on the ballot for the primary in August, 2008. These petitions were officially certified by the Osceola County Supervisor of Elections on April 8, 2008. - May 17, 2008 - The Kent Bjorklund for Osceola County Commissioner Campaign
Seven Pitfalls of Search Engine Marketing Webinar
The ICCA hosts Internet Marketing Expert, Todd Miechiels, in a May 22nd webinar for small to mid-sized businesses on how to avoid the pitfalls that waste time and money when trying to use the Internet to generate demand and sales. - May 17, 2008 - ICCA
International Cheetah Specialist, Dr. Laurie Marker, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Zoological Society of San Diego
Laurie Marker, Ph.D., who has worked with cheetahs for nearly 35 years, is the recipient of the 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Zoological Society of San Diego. As an American Conservation Scientists and Humanitarian, Marker has been working with local African communities towards ensuring the survival of cheetahs. - May 17, 2008 - Cheetah Conservation Fund
Join Miss World Tatana Kucharova, Tomas Bata and Many Other Distinguished Guests and Models in Czech Spring Gala Celebration of One-of-a-Kind Travel Exhibition ZliNY
On May 20th, the Czech Center New York will host a spring gala at the Museum of Arts and Design to celebrate the travel exhibition “ZliNY” and to honor Tomas Bata,91, the son of Zlin's founder, philanthropist and Chairman of the Bata Shoe Company. Zlin in New York is the most... - May 16, 2008 - Czech Center New York
The Makeup Show NYC Offers a Palette of Beauty Authorities as Celebrity Makeup Artists Trade Beauty-Bag Secrets at the 2-Day Pro-Focused Event, May 18-19, 2008
Touching up on the latest products, trends and techniques from Editorial Beauty, Airbrush Secrets, FX Makeup for HD TV, and The Perfect Bride via keynote presentations, forums, seminars, and hands-on workshops with Makeup Artists in the fashion, entertainment, film and TV industry. - May 16, 2008 - The Makeup Show
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Sponsors Drug Safety Session at the 2008 CED Biotech Conference
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org) will sponsor an interactive session on drug safety entitled “Paradigm Shift in FDA Approval” at the May 20th 2008 Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) Biotech Conference. The conference will be held at The Benton... - May 16, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Thousands to Take to the Streets Globally to Call for Humanitarian Assistance to Burma
Burma Global Action Network, in coalition with U.S. Campaign for Burma and Burma Campaign U.K. is calling for Global Day of Action on Saturday May 17th, 2008. - May 16, 2008 - Burma Global Action Network (BGAN)
Del Mar Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces New Name and Identity
Effective July 1, 2008, the Del Mar Regional Chamber of Commerce will officially become the San Diego Coastal Chamber of Commerce, accompanied by a new organizational identity and tagline of: “Where business meets opportunity.” - May 16, 2008 - Del Mar Regional Chamber of Commerce
The Zemel Choir's Celebrate with Song 2008
The Zemel Choir’s “Celebrate with Song” event of two weeks of intensive workshops and rehearsals is about to start on June 1st with a concert at St Johns Smith Square on June 15th. Designed to promote Jewish Choral music, the event should be huge success, attracting workshop... - May 16, 2008 - The Zemel Choir
New Jersey General Assembly Recognizes Monday, May 19 as Diversity Alliance for Science Day
Diversity Alliance for Science (www.diversityallianceforscience.com) has announced that the New Jersey General Assembly recognizes Monday, May 19 as Diversity Alliance for Science Day in honor of the organization’s inaugural conference and expo in Morristown, New Jersey on May 19 and 20. - May 16, 2008 - Diversity Alliance For Science, Inc.
Motorcycle Towing Service Provider Locator Service Launches
towPartners today announced that it has expanded the offering of its popular towSearch service (www.towsearch.com) by adding a motorcyclist specific site, www.motorcycleroadside.com, that uses the highly developed towPartners database system. This service will allow motorcyclists to locate service providers when they have a roadside disablement. A mobile version of the application simplifies the search process for those on cell phones and other mobile devices. - May 15, 2008 - towPartners
Burma Global Action Network Urges Efficient Aid for the Humanitarian Crisis in Burma Through Effective Channels
Over 100,000 Dead with Mainstream Aid Organizations Unable to Reach Affected Areas. - May 15, 2008 - Burma Global Action Network (BGAN)
Riverside (CA) Humane Society Pet Adoption Center Honors Two Women as 2008 Volunteers of the Year
Linda Cavender and Minn Poe of Riverside, CA, have received the 2008 Friends of the Animals Award for their years of dedication and varied work on behalf of the cats and dogs at the Riverside Humane Society Pet Adoption Center. - May 15, 2008 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
Willamette Radio Workshop Joins NATF's Audio Theater Workshop
Sam Mowry and Cynthia McGean of the Willamette Radio Workshop will lead classes in the 27th Annual Audio Theater Workshop in West Plains, MO, June 22-27, 2008. - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
Buffalo Allies of Bozeman is Founded to Take Action Against the Slaughter and Hazing of Wild Buffalo
New group takes a grassroots approach toward advocacy of buffalo in the Yellowstone area. - May 15, 2008 - Buffalo Allies of Bozeman
Diversity Alliance for Science Conference Names Dr. Gyan Prakash as Keynote Speaker
Diversity Alliance for Science (www.diversityallianceforscience.com) has announced that Dr. Gyan (John) Prakash, chief scientific officer and senior vice president of AMAR International, Inc., is the keynote speaker for the organization’s inaugural networking conference and expo scheduled for... - May 15, 2008 - Diversity Alliance For Science, Inc.
Afghanistan Images of Deserts, Towns and Cities, Including Portraits, Shrines, Landscapes, Stores, Houses, and Commerce from Herat and Kabul
Afghanistan Photographic Images Now Available To Private Individuals And Government, Ngo, And Commercial Organizations. Library of Current Scenes from the Deserts, Towns and Cities Include Portraits, Shrines, Landscapes, Stores, Houses, and Commerce from Herat and Kabul. Jay Buckner, principal of... - May 15, 2008 - Buckner Creative
The International Brangus Breeders Association Launches OptimaxX
The International Brangus® Breeders Association (IBBA) has launched a USDA genetics, source and age verification program, OptimaxX. As of May 5, 2008, USDA has approved IBBA to begin enrolling producers in the program and issuing the official OptimaxX tag with the USDA "Process... - May 15, 2008 - International Brangus Breeders Association
First Book-Metro Phoenix, Borders® and Waldenbooks® Stores Bring the Gift of New Books To Children in Need
First Book-Metro Phoenix was excited to grant $4,000 in Borders gift cards to local non-profits that directly serve children in need. This year First Book-Metro Phoenix had the privilege to distribute these gift cards to Motheread® Arizona, The Family School, Los Arcos United Methodist Church, Wesley Community Center, Mesa Early Learning and Lincoln Learning Center. This is the second consecutive year that Borders, Waldenbooks and First Book have joined together for a holiday fundraising drive. - May 15, 2008 - First Book - Metro Phoenix
NPSA Heads to Europe to Discuss New Container Opportunities
The National Portable Storage Association members are set to gather in Spain for educational and networking opportunities at the Resale Expo June 8-10, 2008. - May 15, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Committee Seeking Contact Information for the St. Helens High School Class of 1988
The St. Helens High School Class of 1988 reunion planning committee is looking to find former classmates to invite to August reunion. - May 15, 2008 - St. Helens High School Class of 1988 Reunion Committee
Medical Tourism Conference – September 9 Through 12th – San Francisco, California USA
Some of the largest international insurance companies have already registered to attend the medical tourism conference specifically for the purpose of finding international clinics and hospitals to send patients to. - May 15, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Engineering Best Practise Improves Planet
Systems Engineering, a profession associated with putting satellites into space, creating the newest car models, or improving transportation systems will be in focus during the upcoming international symposium. - May 15, 2008 - German Chapter of INCOSE
Brian Jordan, Deidra Dukes and Other Local Celebrities Join Junior Achievement of Georgia to Celebrate "JA Day"
Local celebrities including former Atlanta Brave and Falcon Brian Jordan, Fox 5 news anchor Deidra Dukes, radio personalities Murph Dawg & CJ from 95.5 The Beat, Mixx Master Mitch from KISS 104.1 and others will join Junior Achievement of Georgia to celebrate “JA Day” on Thursday,... - May 15, 2008 - Junior Achievement of Georgia
NATF Hosts Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class in Audio Drama Directing
NATF to host award winning audio theatre producer/writer Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class: Principles of Directing Actors for Audio Drama New York City, September, 2008 - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
International Software Development Outsourcing Conference – Program Announcement
Event for anyone interested in software development outsourcing and offshoring. - May 14, 2008 - Global Learning Foundation
Medical Tourism Conference Announces Special Keynote Speaker
The Keynote Speaker for the Medical Tourism Association’s annual conference in San Francisco, September 9 through 12th has been announced. The speaker will be Alex Piper, a former buyer of healthcare for Chrysler (formerly DaimlerChrysler). Mr. Piper is very passionate about Medical Tourism and promotes it is a potential solution for the US healthcare crisis. - May 14, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Junior Achievement Helps "Recession-Proof" Georgia’s Youth
Considering the economic concerns of many Georgians, ranging from the mortgage and credit crises to company layoffs and an unemployment rate that exceeds the national average, Junior Achievement of Georgia is teaching students as early as kindergarten the skills to manage their own financial matters. - May 14, 2008 - Junior Achievement of Georgia
The Indomitible Human Spirit - Classical Piano with a Twist
Gary Graffman, award winning performer and world reknown pianist, performs a one time only concert in Savannah, Georgia at historic downtown Wesley Monumental Church. This must see event is presented by the all volunteer Savannah Concert Association. See this amazing left hand only concert on Sunday, May 18, 2008 at 4 in the afternoon. - May 14, 2008 - Savannah Concert Association
USBGA Launches the National Chapter Program
The NCP is platform that will gives media exposure and sponsorships to aspiring pro golfers. - May 14, 2008 - United States Black Golfers Association
Children of the Dump Celebrates Ten Years of Helping the Children
The Children of the Dump celebrates ten years of helping the poor children of Puerto Vallarta receive an education. - May 14, 2008 - Children of the Dump
Rogue Document Preparers: Unfair Competition and LDA Compliance
Deputy District Attorney to Speak About Paralegals, Legal Document Assistant Registration and Unfair Business Practices. - May 14, 2008 - Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals
Gov. Jon S. Corzine Welcomes Diversity Alliance for Science to New Jersey
Diversity Alliance for Science (www.diversityallianceforscience.com) has announced that Gov. Jon S. Corzine and the state of New Jersey have issued a letter of welcome to the organization’s inaugural conference and expo to Morristown, New Jersey on May 19 and 20. In a letter addressed to... - May 14, 2008 - Diversity Alliance For Science, Inc.
Simon Calder Hosts Travel Industry Charity Pub Quiz
Travel journalist Simon Calder is to host a travel industry charity pub quiz on the 27th of May in London to raise money for the Family Holiday Association, a UK charity that gives children in need the chance of a break away with their family. - May 14, 2008 - Family Holiday Association