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Eastern National Develops Limited Edition Merchandise Commemorating the Dedication of the Flight 93 National Memorial
To commemorate the dedication of the new Flight 93 National Memorial (NM) in Shanksville, PA, Eastern National, Flight 93 NM’s cooperating association, is releasing a series of limited edition commemorative items. The proceeds from the sales of these commemorative items will support... - September 11, 2011 - Eastern National
First-Ever "Share Your NAFA Story Contest" is Underway
Two NAFA Members will win iPads for having the best story in NAFA's first-ever "Share Your NAFA Story Contest." - September 11, 2011 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
"Walk Into Your Purpose" – 5K Run/Walk and Health Expo Announced
Are You Ready to Walk Into Your Purpose? - September 11, 2011 - Women of Power, Inc
September Marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month & the Incorporation of the Lyric Frizzell Foundation
Corey Frizzell and Mark Newton, Co-Producers of the Nashville based Lyrics for Lyrics Benefit Show, are proud to announce the official incorporation of the Lyric Frizzell Foundation, which benefits from the monthly show and serves to raise funds for childhood cancer research. “Incorporating... - September 10, 2011 - Lyrics for Lyric
Grammy Winner Jim Lauderdale to be Featured on Mark Newton’s Sept. 20th Lyrics for Lyric Benefit Show
The Mark Newton’s Lyrics for Lyric Benefit Show is proud to announce the addition of featured Country/ Bluegrass Star, Jim Lauderdale to Tuesday nights September 20th Lyrics for Lyric Benefit Show at Roosters TX Style BBQ & Steakhouse. The September 20th Lyrics for Lyric Benefit Show... - September 10, 2011 - Lyrics for Lyric
KOSBE Client, Jennings Group to Hold Open House and Ribbon Cutting
The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting and open house for KOSBE Client, Jennings Group on Thursday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m. located at 1567 N. Eastman Road, Suite 1, Kingsport. Jennings Group is a new and innovative tax and bookkeeping service that is unlike other accounting... - September 09, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Eden Autism Services Participates in Roundtable Discussion: Creating Online Communities of Practice for Educators
Eden Autism Services recently participated in a roundtable discussion on opportunities and challenges in creating online communities of practice for educators. - September 09, 2011 - Eden Autism Services
Eastern National Named Among the Best Employers for Workers Over 50 by AARP
Eastern National (EN) was recently named among the Best Employers for Workers Over 50 by AARP in 2011. Now in its 10th year, this program recognizes organizations who have demonstrated exemplary practices for recruiting, retaining and promoting older workers. The AARP Best Employers for Workers... - September 09, 2011 - Eastern National
Pink Ribbon Army Marches for Research on the Breast Cancer Site's Facebook Page
GreaterGood Network's TheBreastCancerSite.com -- which has the largest health and wellness page on Facebook – will observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October by creating the “Pink Ribbon Army,” a new badge application to raise awareness and fight the disease which afflicts millions of women around the world. - September 09, 2011 - GreaterGood
The Nadadores of South Florida Announce Search for Not-for-Profit Organization to Benefit from Annual Noche Nadadores Fundraiser
The Nadadores of South Florida commenced the search for a not-for-profit organization to benefit from their annual fundraiser. “Giving back to the community is one of the core values of our organization,” said Kirk Arthur, Team Captain. “Our dynamic organization is comprised of a diverse membership base that comes together once a year to celebrate our history and to give back to the community that has given us so much over the past 16 years,” added Arthur. - September 09, 2011 - Nadadores of South Florida
9/11: Experiences, Reflections, Changes - Foundation for Grieving Children’s Friends Share Their Personal Stories
Foundation for Grieving Children's donors and friends share their 9/11 stories. - September 09, 2011 - Foundation for Grieving Children, Inc.
Third Hinduism Summit in Chicago by Forum for Hindu Awakening Concludes with Determined Resolve by Attendees
The third Hinduism Summit in Chicago concluded successfully at the Hindu Temple of Lake County. Attendees enthusiastically passed resolutions about the preservation of Hinduism and provided very positive feedback about the program. - September 09, 2011 - Forum for Hindu Awakening
KOSBE Calling for Entries in the Prestigious Small Business Annual Awards Celebration
On August 12, the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) began accepting applications and nominations for its Annual KOSBE Awards from KOSBE clients, Kingsport Chamber members and non-members alike. This year there are ten categories of competition. There... - September 08, 2011 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Netball America Night with the WNBA Los Angeles Sparks
Netball America announced today they will return to Los Angeles STAPLES Center to showcase a popular global sport ‘Netball’ in front of 14,000 WNBA Los Angeles Sparks fans on Saturday September 10th at starting at 4.30pm. A highlight will be having S7 American Idol finalist Michael Johns performing the anthem at 4.30pm. This event will present some of the nation’s top Netball athletes and youth development players joining together in Netball demonstrations before and during the Sparks game. - September 08, 2011 - Netball America Inc.
Six Awesome Denver Bakeries + One Ultimate Cat Care Society = Cupcakes 4 Cats 2011 on the 16th Street Mall, Friday, September 16th, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Six Denver-area bakeries are helping raise funds for the Cat Care Society (CCS) in Lakewood with the new event "Cupcakes 4 Cats" being held on the 16th Street Mall, 16th & California, Friday, September 16th, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Cat Care Society continues the year-long celebration of its 30th anniversary of taking care of Denver's felines with a cupcake sale in Downtown Denver. - September 08, 2011 - Cat Care Society
Pet Industry Businesses and Organizations Unite to Help Promote Proper Pet Care to Today’s Youth
The World Pet Association and other businesses donate space and supplies to raise funds for the Pets in the Classroom Grant Program during America’s Family Pet Expo. - September 08, 2011 - Pet Care Trust
Jusani Culture Helping Albuquerque’s Largest No-Kill Animal Shelter
Jusani Culture, an eco-friendly lifestyle company supporting animal shelters, is proud to announce its support of Watermelon Mountain Ranch. - September 08, 2011 - Jusani Culture
New Data Center Leads to More Successful Adoptions
CAIRS Solutions LLC Inc., announced today that it has successfully completed a data center virtualization upgrade for AIRS, MyAdoptionPortal, ParentFinder and ChildConnect. - September 08, 2011 - CAIRS Solutions LLC
Celebrate September as Family Literacy Month
Florida Governor Rick Scott has issued a proclamation recognizing September as Florida Literacy Month. The fifth annual Florida Literacy Month will be celebrated in conjunction with International Literacy Day on Sept. 8 and National Library Card Signup Month. Florida’s First Lady, Ann Scott,... - September 08, 2011 - Florida Literacy Coalition
Edgar Cayce’s A.R.E. to Break Ground on New Education Center
Edgar Cayce’s Association for Research and Enlightenment (A.R.E.) will break ground on the new de Laski Family Foundation Education Center at its 67th Street site on Thursday, October 6, at 4:00 pm. The groundbreaking coincides with the organization’s 80th anniversary and will be... - September 08, 2011 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
Sandlot, LLC Adds Five Texas Hospitals to Its Health Information Exchange Platform
Fort Worth based HIE provider integrates five additional Texas Health Resources hospitals aiming to improve efficiency and clinical care. - September 08, 2011 - North Texas Specialty Physicians
New Data Breach Study Shows Over 806.2 Million Records Disclosed, Estimated Cost of $156.7 Billion
The Digital Forensics Association announces the release of their second annual data breach report. "The Leaking Vault 2011- Six Years of Data Breaches" analyzes 3,765 data loss incidents, with a known disclosure of 806.2 million records. - September 05, 2011 - Digital Forensics Association
Comfort Zone Camp Staff Remembers 9/11 with Reunion
Volunteers who shared in the grief and healing of the children of World Trade Center victims recall their memories in preparation of a 2012 reunion event. - September 04, 2011 - Comfort Zone Camp
Passport To Your National Parks® 2012 Photo Contest Announced
Winning Photos Will Appear in the 2012 Passport To Your National Parks® Stamp Set. - September 04, 2011 - Eastern National
The Humane Society of Louisiana Gets a Sweet Deal from Rescue Chocolate
The Humane Society of Louisiana has been named the September 2011 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, a chocolate company which donates its profits to various animal rescue organizations. - September 03, 2011 - Rescue Chocolate
Just 4 Us Foundation Organizes a Walk-A-Thon Event
Walk will benefit children with special needs. - September 03, 2011 - Just 4 Us Foundation
Perry Accepts Offer to Develop, Host Global Interactive Forum on Domestic Violence
Victim advocate Suzanne Perry was confirmed to spearhead a new in-demand broadcast segment dedicated to domestic violence and abuse. eBroadcast Network's founder and producer, Charles Lewis, announced Tuesday Perry's assignment as Coordinator and Host of the"Global Forum on Domestic Violence." Guest Speakers from all walks are knocking down e-mail doors to get their voices heard. - September 03, 2011 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
A Road 2 A Cure is Proud to Announce K & G Cycles Has Come on Board as a Road 2 A Cure Sponsor
The Road 2 A Cure started out as a National Motorcycle Tour to raise awareness for Pancreatic Cancer and now that the successful tour is complete Road 2 A Cure is now on the road to accelerate change, inspire hope and change the lives of those affected by the 4th deadliest Cancer in America. - September 02, 2011 - Road 2 A Cure
GreaterGood.org Grants to IFAW Top $1 Million for Animal Rescue
In August, IFAW, the International Fund for Animal Welfare, marked a milestone: $1 million in grants received from GreaterGood.org to help animals in crisis around the world. GreaterGood.org distributes donations received from the GreaterGood Network’s collection of websites, including The... - September 02, 2011 - GreaterGood
Evangelist Norman Moore Ministers in Exciting Revivals
“Breakthrough,” “Encouraging,” “Victories,, & “Jump-start” describe the recent local church revivals. Churches benefit from the preaching ministry of Evangelist Norman Moore. - September 02, 2011 - Norman Moore Ministries
Get Back to School Savings on Blankets and Throws from BlanketAmerica.com
Blanket America, a blankets and linens retailer, is now promoting back to school savings on all its home essentials for upperclassmen. - September 02, 2011 - Blanket America BUY 1, GIVE 1 Blankets
New Guidebook to African American History in the National Parks Helps to Commemorate the Dedication of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Eastern National is pleased to announce their newest publication, the Guidebook to African American History in the National Parks. A concise guide to African American history in the national parks, this insightful book chronicles the legacy of African Americans through American history, from... - September 02, 2011 - Eastern National
WIDS Hosts User Group Conference, Nov. 1-3; Offers In-Depth Look at New WIDS Web-Based Curriculum Design Application
During its 5th annual International WIDS User Group conference, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 3, the Worldwide Instructional Design System (WIDS) unveils its new Web-harnessed, performance-based, instructional-design application – WIDS. - September 01, 2011 - Worldwide Instructional Design System
WIDS Released. New Web-Based Curriculum Design, Management and Dissemination System.
The Worldwide Instructional Design System (WIDS) just released WIDS, a new Web-based curriculum design application. Harnessing the latest technologies, WIDS extends beyond desktop instructional design to encompass a complete system supporting organizational curriculum design, management and dissemination. Discover its capabilities at www.wids.org and take a video tour. - September 01, 2011 - Worldwide Instructional Design System
Kollaboration DC 2011 Contestants Announced
Kollaboration DC, the Washington Metropolitan area’s only talent competition showcasing emerging talents within the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, announces its artists for this year’s show. The September 17th show will be the second in Kollaboration DC history and will... - September 01, 2011 - Kollaboration DC
Annual Esther Call to Empower Women from Diverse Backgrounds
Hundreds of women will gather for the third annual Esther Call: Redefined and Refined Woman conference, September 16 - 17. - September 01, 2011 - Thee Shower of Blessings Church International
Chattanooga Film Society Debuts Acclaimed Film Series: the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers
The Chattanooga Film Society launches a new screening series in partnership with The Southern Circuit, one of the South's most respected touring film series. The Southern Circuit is a unique program that brings some of the best indie filmmakers from around the country and the world to communities in the South. Over the years, audiences have seen more than 200 films and have engaged filmmakers in post-screening discussions in more than 50 communities across the Southern U.S. - September 01, 2011 - Chattanooga Film Society
Going Crazy? Or Just Visually Impaired? Free Video Explains Hallucinations Brought on by Low Vision
What many psychiatrists, psychologists, and neurologists don't know, but many low vision patients do, is that hallucinations are not all psychotic. Identified over 250 years ago, Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) remains virtually unknown by most physicians. It is characterized by visual... - August 31, 2011 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
Fifth Annual World Diabetes Day Luncheon Luncheon & Expo - November 15, 2011
The American Diabetes Association proudly announces its speaker and award winners for the Fifth Annual World Diabetes Day Luncheon. - August 31, 2011 - American Diabetes Association, Dallas, TX
Florida Couple Launch Short-Term Christian Mission Provider: Epic Missions, Inc.
Florida couple Paul and Jackie Munsie have opened a company offering customized short-term missions trips to Florida and Haiti. - August 31, 2011 - Epic Missions, Inc.
Lake Norman HBA Will Host Local Economist to Discuss "Charlotte and the Lake Norman Housing Market"
The Lake Norman Home Builders Association will host Chuck Graham, local economist and principal of Newton Graham Consultants, a Charlotte, N.C.-based management consulting firm that specializes in the home building industry. Graham will be LNHBA’s featured speaker at Galway Hooker Restaurant & Irish Pub, 17044 Kenton Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031 on Thursday, September 8 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 and includes hors d'oeuvres. - August 31, 2011 - Lake Norman Home Builders Association
Take a "Journey of the Heart" to Help Children with Cancer
Friends of Karen announces bike tour in the Berkshires to raise money for families who have a child with a life-threatening illness. “September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and we are cycling for a cause,” says Judith Factor, Executive Director of Friends of Karen. “No family should have to face cancer alone.” - August 31, 2011 - Friends of Karen
HR People & Strategy Announces 2011-2012 Board of Directors
Kevin Rubens, incoming chair of HR People & Strategy (HRPS), formally the Human Resources Planning Society, is pleased to announce the 2011-2012 board of directors. Three new members join the ten existing members of the board on September 1, 2011. Each will serve a three-year term. “In... - August 31, 2011 - HR People & Strategy (HRPS)
Cyclists Halfway Around Our Nation: 5 Hearts, 10 Legs Pedal Over 8800 Miles for Clean Water Solutions
Cycling 8,840 miles to raise money and awareness for safe, clean water wells in underdeveloped countries, the h2o riders have pedaled over 4300 miles and passed through 11 of the 35 states they will ride since they started late June. - August 30, 2011 - The h2o Ride
Eminent Kidney Experts Join Dialysis Discussion Panel in September
Nephrologists Peter Margetts, MD PhD FRCPC, and Andreas Pierratos, MD FRCP, will participate in a panel discussion on peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis, hosted by the Hamilton Chapter of the PKD Foundation of Canada on September 4, 2011. - August 29, 2011 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
USB for Schools - Begins "Drive for Education" - Collecting Donated USB Flash Drives for Under-Privileged School Children
USB for Schools non-profit Operating System for school children is ready for general release. Friends and supporters can now donate any USB Flash Drives they have lying around for secure deletion and recycling into a full Computer system for under-privileged school children. Please send USB Flash... - August 29, 2011 - USB for Schools
Thomas Eldridge of Raleigh, NC and Member of the Tarheel Junior Golf Tour Gets His First Tournament Hole-in-One at the Wake County Junior Championship
Tarheel Junior Golf Tour hosted the Wake County Junior Championship at the Club 12 oaks in Holly Springs, North Carolina on August 20-21, 2011. The junior golf championship draws elite junior golfers from across North Carolina and as far away as New York. - August 29, 2011 - Tarheel Golf Foundation
Tarheel Junior Golf Tour to Host the 2012 Rex Hospital Junior Open Invitational
In May, 2012 the Tarheel Golf Foundation and the Tarheel Junior Golf Tour will host one of the prestigious junior events in the Southeast. The REX Hospital Junior Invitational has become the junior event of the year for many North Carolina junior golfers. The winner of this event gets an invitation into the Nationwide Tour event, The REX Hospital Open. - August 29, 2011 - Tarheel Golf Foundation
Art & Soul of St. Pete Featuring Stu Andrews and Josh Sullivan
The St. Petersburg Museum of History is proud to announce the “Art and Soul: Artist of St. Pete” Exhibit. Throughout the year they will have local artists of multiple mediums presenting their pieces within the museum. Every two months a new artist will be on display. September Artists... - August 28, 2011 - Saint Petersburg Historical Society
For the Third Year Running, Central Scholarship Awards Over $1 Million in Scholarships and Interest-Free Loans
Two hundred fifty students will receive awards from Central Scholarship totaling over $1 million this coming fall. The students were selected from a record breaking pool of applicants with over 5,300 students applying in 2011. Central Scholarship has committed over $1 million to students annually... - August 27, 2011 - Central Scholarship