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Joni Mitchell Tribute Album from Bandhouse Gigs Named Best Pop Rock Recording
Washington Area Music Awards honors noted DC producers. - March 11, 2010 - Bandhouse Gigs
Trust for Architectural Easements Publishes Walking Tour of Historic Orange, California
To promote a seminar on the financial incentives for historic preservation, the Trust for Architectural Easements is publishing a walking tour of historic Old Towne Orange. - March 11, 2010 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Atlanta Firm Launches Vacation Rentals Business to Fund Charities; Plans to Raise Several Million Dollars Annually for Worthy Causes
As a direct result of the economic downturn, charitable organizations and other non-profits are searching for creative ways to offset declining donations. Public budget cuts are making it harder for school systems to function smoothly. Charity Helpers, LLC recently launched Geronimo.com to convert... - March 11, 2010 - Charity Helpers, LLC
CED Accepting Nominations for Companies to Watch Awards Program
CED, formerly the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced a partnership with the Edward Lowe Foundation to bring a unique awards program, Companies to... - March 11, 2010 - CED
Adopt Through Telephone
Parents, Grand-parents... all old and infirm, are only a phone call away. But you don’t have time to call them as regularly as you would like to. Is there a solution to all the loneliness? Agewell Foundation has found an answer for these people. It is not unusual to see qualified women,... - March 11, 2010 - Agewell Foundation
The ARISE Program Reaches Historic Milestone in Florida’s Juvenile Justice System Where Delinquent Youth Are Held in Custody Statewide
ARISE-certified Life-Skills Group Facilitators across the state have conducted-in one month-almost 27,000 hours of evidence-based interactions with groups of incarcerated at-risk youth in their care. - March 11, 2010 - ARISE Foundation
The Smallpeice Trust to Attend the Big Bang Fair
Educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust is due to take part in the annual Big Bang Fair which will be held this year at Manchester Central from 11th to 13th March. The fair which aims to inspire young people into a career in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) will provide the... - March 11, 2010 - The Smallpeice Trust
GRAPA Offers Free Downloads of Publications & Presentations Through Telco Fraud Officer Library
GRAPA's all-new Telco Fraud Officer Program announces the release of the new Telco Fraud Officer library, offering free downloads of valuable whitepapers, presentations and more. - March 10, 2010 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
The National Association of GLBT in Israel, Will be Holding Their Annual "Lil Seder" on March 29th at 7pm
The National Association of GLBT in Israel each year hosts an annual seder at the Gay and Lesbian Center in Tel Aviv. The Aguda's " Lil Seder " is free to the public and is 100% volunteer participation. - March 10, 2010 - The National Association of GLBT in Israel
Fleet Managers Get Free Admission to NAFA's I&E Expo Hall
The Expo Hall will be the place to be this April as NAFA's Institute & Expo offers fleet managers the opportunity to meet face to face with more than 200 exhibitors featuring products and services to benefit their fleet. - March 10, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Charity Mile Agreement Finalized
One-Stop Online Resource Offers Tools, Support to $1.6 Billion Market - March 10, 2010 - Charity Mile
The Chicago Lighthouse Will Host Low Vision Products Show in Schaumburg, IL
In order to expand consumer awareness, The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired is taking its retail operations to the suburbs of Chicago. The first event is scheduled for Saturday, March 13, at the Friendship Village - 350 W. Schaumburg Road in Schaumburg, IL. There is... - March 10, 2010 - The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
The Sport of Giving Goes National in Support of all Women’s Cancers
Atlanta founded breast cancer nonprofit organization, The Sport of Giving, (www.thesportofgiving.org) provides a template for women’s cancer fundraising in any community. - March 09, 2010 - The Sport of Giving
Papa Murphy’s to Hold Fundraiser for Kelsey’s Army®
Papa Murphy’s participating take ‘n’ bake pizza locations to benefit the Kelsey Smith Foundation®. Papa Murphy’s participating locations have announced that they will hold a fundraiser to benefit the Kelsey Smith Foundation and its quest to protect the youth and young... - March 09, 2010 - Kelsey Smith Foundation
Assassination City Roller Derby Announces Its First Home Bout of the 2010 Season
This is not a test. This is Assassination City Roller Derby. - March 09, 2010 - Assassination City Roller Derby
Mustard Seed Canada Announces Paul Richardson Book Launch and Television Appearance
Mustard Seed Canada would like to announce the launch of Paul Richardson's new book "A Certain Risk, Living Your Faith at the Edge." Paul will officially launch the book during an interview on 100 Huntely St. on Monday, March 15, 2010, where he will expand on the inspiring stories found in his new release. - March 08, 2010 - Mustard Seed Mission Canada Inc.
The National Association of GBLT in Israel Announce the North American Public Awareness and Social Networking Tour
Mike Hamel, chairperson of the Aguda and authority on the human and social rights of the GLBT community in Israel will be touring North America, accompanied by youths who were involved with the horrible shooting that took place in the Gay Youth Center in Tel Aviv, August 1, 2009. These events are to showcase the GLBT movement in Israel and their accomplishments and the future. - March 08, 2010 - The National Association of GLBT in Israel
HeartShare's Annual Gala Set for March 25
HeartShare Human Services of New York will hold its annual fundraising Gala on Thursday, March 25. - March 07, 2010 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Kelsey Smith Foundation to Receive FBI Award
The Kelsey Smith Foundation, Inc. will be awarded the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award on March 19, 2010 in Washington, D.C. Each area FBI field office selects one group that has demonstrated outstanding contributions to their local communities through service. The Kansas City field... - March 06, 2010 - Kelsey Smith Foundation
29 College Students Receive National Community Service Award
29 National Society of Collegiate Scholars members have completed more than 1,400 hours of community service this year, earning each member a Scholar of Promise Award. - March 06, 2010 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Harvard Law School Reaches Out to at Risk Youth with Music Panel
"The Bizness behind The Business" Harvard Law School’s Black Law Student Association and the Hip Hop Entertainment Law Project will again host a music industry panel as part of this year’s 27th Annual BLSA Spring Conference. The seminar is for high-risk teens, and anyone interested in having a career in the music business. The event will take place will take place on March 6, 2010 at 4:30 pm in Ames Courtroom at Harvard Law School in Austin Hall. - March 05, 2010 - The Hip Hop Entertainment Law Project
Programs of Academic Exchange (PAX) Designates Denver, Colorado as an Ideal Place to Host an International Exchange Student
Denver, Colorado has been designated as an ideal environment for the PAX program to bring high school students from around the world. PAX, or Program of Academic Exchange, is a non-profit organization based out of New York that hopes local families in the Metro-Denver area will come forward to host some remarkable teens for the 2010-2011 school year as part of an exchange experience. - March 05, 2010 - PAX - Program of Academic Exchange
San Pablo Arts District Fund Announces Storefront Installation by Oakland Artist Michael Louis Young
San Pablo Arts District Fund (SPAD), an Oakland based non-profit organization, begins its storefront art program with a collaborative installation by Oakland artist Michael Louis Young. 5512, a vacant storefront on San Pablo Avenue in economy-stricken North Oakland's Golden Gate District, is being transformed into SOS/SOL, a dynamic multimedia installation. SOS/SOL explores a narrative of sorrow and solitude on the high seas. The beautified storefronts lessen blight and undesired activities. - March 05, 2010 - San Pablo Arts District Fund
IJIS Institute Initiates Sustaining Member Program
The Board of Directors of the IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, announces the creation of a new Sustaining Member program. This elite class of membership in the IJIS Institute will provide companies a more significant and tangible way in which to support the Institute and its programs. BAE Systems has joined the IJIS Institute as the organization’s first Sustaining Member. - March 05, 2010 - IJIS Institute
Weiner Family Studios Donates Proceeds from iPhone App to Chile Relief
Weiner Family Studios today announced they are donating all proceeds from its well-received iPhone application, "A Family Matters" to a Chile relief fund this week. A Family Matters is an iPhone and iPod touch application that allows parents to enjoy deeper, more meaningful conversations with their children at the dinner table or on the go. The app covers common places you may engage in conversation or need to pass the time such as restaurants, waiting rooms or on long road trips. - March 05, 2010 - Weiner Family Studios
The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges Celebrates Its 10th Year Anniversary Gala on March 25, 2010, at Christine Lee's Gulfstream Park in Miami, FL
The 10th Year Anniversary Gala, to be held on March 25, 2010, will benefit The Victory Center for Autism and Behavioral Challenges, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that works to provide education and services to individuals and families with Autism and similar disorders in a secure and stimulating learning environment. - March 04, 2010 - The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges
New Haven Pride Center’s Dorothy Awards Filled with Surprises: Honorees Given Citations by Comptroller Nancy Wyman; Ceremony Features Attorney General Richard Blumenthal
The New Haven Pride Center’s Dorothy Awards honor members of the LGBT community who have made a significant contribution to local LGBT life. - March 04, 2010 - New Haven Pride Center
New Program at CDP Teaches End-of-Life Caregivers Novel Ways to Cope with Stress
The mission of the Beyond Compassion Program, the first project offered through the newly-developed Share the Gift Foundation, is to offer caregivers tools which empower them to move beyond the fear and sadness associated with the loss of a loved one and thus invite them to approach the grieving process as an opportunity to expand their hearts and enrich their souls. - March 04, 2010 - CDP
You Can Donate through ZipGive to Chile Earthquake Relief by Texting “CHILE” to 45678
Canadians can once again use text messaging on their cellphones to donate money to relief efforts for Chile. - March 04, 2010 - Zipstripe Corp.
Trust for Architectural Easements Hosts Orange Seminar on Financial Incentives for Historic Preservation
The Trust for Architectural Easements protects more than 800 historic properties in California, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, Virginia, and Illinois. On Thursday, March 11th at 6:30 p.m., the Trust will host a seminar on the financial incentives for historic preservation. To RSVP, please email easements@architecturaltrust.org. - March 03, 2010 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Victoria Theatre Announces 2010-2011 Universal 1 Variety Series
Victoria Theatre Association has announced the lineup for the fourth season of the Universal 1 Variety Series at the historic Victoria Theatre. The 2010-2011 brings: the popular comedic theatre troupe, The Second City; the hilarious Forbidden Broadway: Dances with the Stars; and one of Hollywood’s most recognizable comedians, Larry Miller. - March 03, 2010 - Victoria Theatre Association
Trillium Charter School Receives Board Approval from Flemington Boro
This press release concerns the recent Board of Adjustment action taken by the Board regarding the Trillium Charter School. The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the Charter School's application for construction. - March 03, 2010 - Trillium Charter School
IAPAM Reports on Best Practices for the Use of hCG in Weight Loss
The IAPAM is committed to educating physicians in the industry’s best practices for medical weight loss management. In support of this commitment, the IAPAM has completed a survey of experts in the use of hCG in a medically supervised weight loss program. These experts agree on 3 keys to successfully incorporating hCG into a physician-managed weight loss protocol: strict adherence to the protocol and physician supervision, properly sourced hCG, and comprehensive hCG protocol understanding. - March 03, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
West Bloomfield Plum Market to Host Children’s Book Author, Erika Roman Saint-Pierre, for the Launch of Her New Book
Author Erika Roman Saint-Pierre and Plum Market of West Bloomfield have teamed up to present the launch of Saint-Pierre’s new children’s book, “Hoppa’s Big Move,” during Spa Day on March 20, 2010, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Plum Market in the Old Orchard Plaza, 6565... - March 03, 2010 - Culturatti Kids/Culturatti Ink
Incentive Offered by Audubon Lifestyles to Encourage Membership in Sustainability Program for Golf Courses
Audubon Lifestyles will waive the $500 registration fee required to join the program to the first golf facility in each of the fifty states within the United States, each Province in Canada, and each Country in the rest of the world. - March 03, 2010 - ISC-Audubon
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
Backed by Congressional legislation, the Endometriosis Research Center is again celebrating March as “Endometriosis Awareness Month” in honor of all those affected by the disease. Endometriosis is a painful reproductive and immunological disease in which tissue similar to the uterine... - March 02, 2010 - Endometriosis Research Center
IJIS Institute Board of Directors Fund Strategic Plan Review
The IJIS Institute, a nonprofit organization that focuses on mission-critical information sharing for justice, public safety, and homeland security, will initiate a review of its strategic plan, originally developed and approved in 2008, thanks to the donations from several of the IJIS Institute... - March 02, 2010 - IJIS Institute
"Murder for Hire" Book Signing with Jack Ballentine to Benefit the 100 Club of Arizona
Jack Ballentine will sign copies of Murder for Hire: My Life as the Country’s Most Successful Undercover Agent at Rock n’ Java on March 4 from 11 am to 1 pm in Tucson. Murder for Hire details the life of Ballentine who posed as a hit-man for the Phoenix Police Department. The book... - March 01, 2010 - 100 Club of Arizona
Pita Pit Becomes First Green Certified Restaurant in Indiana
With the help of the Green Restaurant Association, the Pita Pit in Indianapolis has completed its 2 Star Certification making it the first Certified Green Restaurant in Indiana. - March 01, 2010 - Green Restaurant Association
Clear the Air, Inc. Announces the Addition of a New Product to Their Web Site
Danielle Zidek, today announced the the addition of premium Aprilaire “Space-Gard” compatible replacement filters to their product line. “We are dedicated to serving the needs of anyone who wishes to breathe cleaner indoor air. We provide a wide variety of high quality products... - March 01, 2010 - Clear the Air, Inc.
New Veterans Homeless Shelter to Open in Inverness Florida
A new 17 bed homeless Veterans Shelter will open in Inverness Florida on March 1st 2010. The Nation's Veterans deserve the best care and help available. Citrus County is located centrally , and will serve the five County area. - February 28, 2010 - Mission in Citrus Inc
Facebook and Twitter Broaden Enable America's Outreach
At Enable America's 2010 Disability Employment Forum, keynote speaker Kathy Martinez of the U.S. Department of Labor said the nation needs to do more to improve employment among people with disabilities. Those who could not attend the event were able to access it through Enable America's social media outreach effort. - February 28, 2010 - Enable America
Trust for Architectural Easements Supports Preservation Efforts in Holden, Massachusetts
If approved, the proposed Eagleville Historic District in Holden, MA could be listed in the National Register of Historic Places this year. The Trust for Architectural Easements supports these local preservation efforts. - February 28, 2010 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Leadership Triangle Hosts College Connection Class
Leadership Triangle College Edition presented by AT&T has organized (www.leadershiptriangle.com) has organized a Government Connection Class on Friday, Feb. 26 from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in order to further its initiative of promoting regionalism across the Triangle. Students attending the... - February 28, 2010 - Leadership Triangle
Family Dynamics- Parenting a Child with TS and Associated Disorders
New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome presents no-cost webinar to families on March 3rd - February 27, 2010 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Allen Toussaint Tribute Compilation Album Now Available from Bandhouse Gigs
Selections from Wolf Trap concert spotlights the best DC-area musicians - February 27, 2010 - Bandhouse Gigs
The Village of Blume Designated as an ISC Chartered Member
The International Sustainability Council (ISC) announced today that the Village of Blume, a newly planned neighborhood located in Harrisburg, North Carolina has been designated as an ISC Chartered Member. The ISC is a not-for-profit coalition of leaders, dedicated to advancing the understanding... - February 27, 2010 - ISC-Audubon
Exton Personal Trainer Matthew Sgro Taking Poor Health Care System Into His Own Hands by Helping Local Resident Suffering from Lou Gehrig’s Disease
Right in your own backyard you will find one of Exton's finest fitness experts and personal trainers, Matthew Sgro. Sgro is tired of watching innocent people suffer where our health care system is lacking, so he is doing his part by partnering with worldwide fitness charity organization Boot Camps... - February 27, 2010 - Boot Camps With A Purpose
Jeff Frazier Named to International Affairs Council Board of Directors
The International Affairs Council (IAC) has appointed Jeff Frazier, senior director, Internet Business Solutions Group, public sector practice, Cisco, to the 2010 board of directors. Frazier, along with 19 other local business leaders, will continue the mission of the IAC throughout the 2010 year... - February 26, 2010 - International Affairs Council
Wellness Community to Celebrate 19 Years of Fighting Cancer at Anniversary Gala
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura will celebrate 19 years of providing support, education and hope to people fighting cancer at their Anniversary Gala fundraiser at the Four Seasons Hotel, Westlake Village on Friday, May 7 from 6:00 p.m. until midnight. One of the biggest fundraisers of the... - February 25, 2010 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura