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The Crucible Forges a Stronger Organization in 2010
After a decade of making industrial and fine art accessible to the Bay Area, Founder Michael Sturtz transitions to Creative Director, as Kathleen Brown comes on board as Interim Executive Director. - January 13, 2010 - The Crucible
Metal vs. Wood/Wood vs. Metal at The Cathedral Gallery
The Crucible’s art gallery in Oakland’s historic Cathedral Building announces its first exhibition of the new year. “Metal vs. Wood/ Wood vs. Metal” is a group exhibition “showdown” featuring new works of art of metal and/or wood. Encompassing a diversity of techniques, such as joinery, carving, turning, welding, forging, pouring, and machining, Metal vs. Wood showcases work that pushes the boundaries of what these materials have to offer. Opening Reception January 21st 6-9PM. - January 13, 2010 - The Crucible
New Church New Vision
A new church in Alabama that's going to change the Southeast. - January 12, 2010 - Kingdom Christian Center
FEWJapan: Women's Executive Organization Holds Healthy Lifestyle Event: the Natural Way to Kickstart 2010
Date: Thursday January 14, 2010; Time: 7:00pm; Location: TokyoEnglishLifeline(TELL) Community Center Minami Aoyama; Price: ¥3000 for members, ¥6000 for guests. January meeting speakers August Hergesheimer and Susie Rucker, are experts at weight loss, detox, and anti-aging tips that fit with the fast pace of Tokyo life. - January 12, 2010 - FEWJapan
ARISE Announces the Expansion of Its Groundbreaking Drop It at the Door Workshop
Adding three additional days to the Drop It at the Door training allows participants to fully explore and grasp each life-changing concept, from anger and stress management to handling the office gossip machine. - January 10, 2010 - ARISE Foundation
Former US FDA Director Joins ISPE as Regulatory Affairs Advisor
ISPE a global not-for-profit association of 24,000 technical professionals working in the manufacturing and drug development sectors of the pharmaceutical industry, has named Anthony Celeste as its North America Regulatory Affairs Advisor, effective immediately. In this role, Mr. Celeste will help... - January 10, 2010 - ISPE
Call for Nominations for the 8th Annual Goodmon Awards
Winkie La Force, executive director of Leadership Triangle (www.leadershiptriangle.com), has announced that nominations are currently being accepted for Leadership Triangle’s 8th Annual Goodmon Awards. Nominees are selected from five community service categories and are chosen for exhibiting... - January 10, 2010 - Leadership Triangle
Angel Food Ministries Offers a Helping Hand for Families Across the Nation and in Middletown, NY
Angel Food Ministries (www.angelfoodministries.com), an organization dedicated to providing affordable, high-quality food to those in need, is offering relief and joy to families in Middletown and the surrounding communities. - January 09, 2010 - Trinity Church AngelFood Ministries
CED Offers Promotion for New and Current Members Attending Biotech 2010, Venture 2010
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 that it is offering existing and new members an incentive to participate in their 2010... - January 09, 2010 - CED
NSCS to Partner with Affinity Financial Management Services to Increase Revenue for Scholarships
NSCS and Affinity Financial Management Services have established a partnership to bring new revenue to the NSCS scholarship program. - January 08, 2010 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
The Founders Fund, Inc. Honors Scholarship Recipients at Annual Luncheon
Students attending colleges located all over the United States came together as Founders Fund scholarship recipients to thank The Founders Fund members for helping them to continue their education. - January 08, 2010 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
Portraits of Literacy: The Florida Literacy Coalition Announces Photo Contest
First annual Florida Literacy Coalition photo contest. - January 07, 2010 - Florida Literacy Coalition
Vanguard University’s Students in Free Enterprise to Hold Green Up Your Dorm Contest
Targeting the college students of Southern California, this contest focuses on helping college students make small choices that lead to big changes for the environment around them. - January 06, 2010 - Vanguard University SIFE
Vanguard University’s Students in Free Enterprise to Hold Environmental Sustainability Conference
Targeting the Orange County business community, the conference features keynote speaker Martin Diedrich, Founder of Kéan Coffee, and focuses on environmental sustainability with an emphasis on innovation and creativity. - January 06, 2010 - Vanguard University SIFE
Comedy Night at The Wellness Community Features Karen Rontowski January 11
A free Comedy Night for people affected by cancer with featured performer Karen Rontowski will be held Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 p.m. at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village. The monthly Comedy Night series is made possible by funds raised at the Stand Up... - January 06, 2010 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
National MS Society’s 1st Annual Dinner of Champions Inland Empire to Honor Local Businesswoman René Webb
René Webb, owner of eleven McDonald’s franchise locations in the Inland Empire, will be honored at the 1st annual Dinner of Champions Inland Empire, sponsored by and benefiting the Southern California Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The gala event will take place on... - January 06, 2010 - National MS Society, Southern California Chapter
Chelsea Community Foundation Awards $12,000 to Chelsea Recreation Council
Grant to support the "Chelsea: For the Love of Baseball" project, a renovation project for existing baseball and softball fields in Chelsea. - January 06, 2010 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Musical Tribute to Neil Finn and Crowded House Presented by Bandhouse Gigs
Internationally acclaimed songwriter and musician Neil Finn to be celebrated in song at tribute concert staged by Bandhouse Gigs at the Barns at Wolf Trap in Virginia. - January 06, 2010 - Bandhouse Gigs
New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan Announces New Web Site - neweconomyinitiative.org
Site includes a media center featuring the latest videos and podcasts and blog where NEI staff, members of the Governing Council, and Economic Advisors will share information about the work NEI is doing and its impact in the region. - January 06, 2010 - New Economy Initiative for Southeast Michigan
GRAPA Revenue Assurance Regulatory Certification Awarded to Tarig Rahamtalla
Global Revenue Assurance Association certifies first member from US Regulator Tarig Rahamtalla, Senior Financial Analyst for the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) - January 06, 2010 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
IMTA to Promote Medical Tourism to India at FICCI Namaskar Africa -14-16 January 2010 at Lagos, Nigeria
Indian Medical Travel Association (IMTA) has partnered with FICCI - India’s leading business federation to promote Medical Value Travel to India from the African Continent. Namaskar Africa’ – an Indian business expedition to Africa is being organised by FICCI from 14-16 January... - January 06, 2010 - Indian Medical Travel Association (IMTA)
Money Habitudes Encourages Constructive Discussions About Money for the New Year
Company behind popular Money Habitudes cards encourages people to think about money with a list of reasons specific to the New Year and New Year's resolutions. Learning to talk about money constructively--be it with a friend, spouse or financial professional--can be an effective first step in planning one's finances. Talking about money--one of the most daunting conversations--helps people get help, support and personal understanding in order to achieve their financial goals. - January 02, 2010 - LifeWise
A Family Matters Hits iTunes What's Hot List and Soars
Weiner Family Studios today announces "A Family Matters" iPhone application has been selected by Apple for inclusion on the App Store "What's Hot" list. It has shot up the charts and is currently ranked #3 Top Paid Travel Application in the US and continues to climb. This... - January 02, 2010 - Weiner Family Studios
UnitedProsperity.Org Launches Gift Certificates
Another Step by a Person-to-Person Microloan Guarantee Organization to Combat Extreme Global Poverty - December 31, 2009 - UnitedProsperity.org
A Year in the Life of GVI: 2009 Review...
From Obama to H1N1 to financial crisis to the death of the King of Pop, 2009 has been some year… - December 31, 2009 - Global Vision International (GVI)
Cobra Starship Designs Pennyroyal Silver Pendant for Charity
Cobra Starship’s “Jack, The Camera Guy” sketch pendant will be available for exactly 7 days starting on Jan. 4 and ending Jan. 10, after which the pendant will be officially retired and never sold again. The pendant can be purchased at www.pennyroyalsilver.com and will come with a guitar pick, collectors card featuring the original sketch design, a quote and Ryland’s hand-written initials. Proceeds will benefit The MusiCares Foundation. - December 30, 2009 - Pennyroyal Studio
CHIC - Cure Her In Couture - Fashion Show at Ames
CHIC premiere event to raise funding for ovarian cancer awareness and research - December 27, 2009 - Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer
Red Cross Resolutions Gym-A-Thon Kickoff
The Tri-County Red Cross and Cranford Chamber of Commerce Present a 2010 Kick-Off Event to Build Fun and Fitness in the New Year. - December 27, 2009 - American Red Cross, Tri-County Chapter
The Animal Rescue Site and Petfinder.com Give $100,000 to Shelters for Christmas
More than 5 million votes (a new record high) were cast between September and December in The Animal Rescue Site’s $100,000 Shelter+ Challenge together with Petfinder.com. Among 70+ groups receiving an extra Christmas treat through the dedicated efforts of their supporters were: Rolling Dog Ranch Animal Sanctuary of Montana (grand prize of $20,000) and Denison City Pound of Iowa (second place prize of $5,000). - December 25, 2009 - GreaterGood
Chelsea Community Foundation Awards $17,000 to the Purple Rose Theatre Company
Grant to be used to continue partnership with the Chelsea District Library in developing new plays for the American theatre. - December 25, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Kentucky Asian Culture Association Brought Shen Yun - a Glorious Culture Reborn - to Louisville, KY the First Time
Energetic and thrilling drumming acts are just a part of the world-renowned Shen Yun show, scheduled to play at the Whitney Hall, The Kentucky Center on Mar 7, 2010 in Louisville. The show is on an international tour spanning over 100 cities on five continents. - December 24, 2009 - Kentucky Asian Culture Association
Physician Botox Training Announced for 2010 by the IAPAM
The IAPAM announces the 2010 dates for its Botox & Dermal Filler Training and Advanced Dermal Filler Training programs. Only with the IAPAM, do physicians participate hands-on, cosmetic injectable and botox training, delivered in a clean medical facility, not a hotel room. - December 24, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Leadership Triangle Launches Spring 2010 College Edition Program Presented by AT&T
Winkie La Force, executive director of Leadership Triangle (www.leadershiptriangle.com), has announced the Spring 2010 Leadership Triangle College Edition program, presented by AT&T. Leadership Triangle College Edition is an experiential learning opportunity for students selected to participate... - December 24, 2009 - Leadership Triangle
New Galleries Open with a Series of Interactive Displays Supported by The Bonita Trust
Bonita Trust supports Victoria and Albert Museum's new Medieval & Renaissance Galleries. These galleries have a series of interactive touch screens to provide better understanding of many magnificent historic objects and writings to the new generation. These displays can also be accessed from computer terminals in the Bonita Trust Study Area. - December 24, 2009 - The Bonita Trust
The Crucible’s Cathedral Gallery Announces: Open Call for Art
The Crucible’s art gallery in Oakland’s historic Cathedral Building, at the triangle between Broadway and Telegraph Avenues, announces an open call for art for its first exhibition of the new year. “Metal vs. Wood/ Wood vs. Metal” will be a group exhibition “showdown” featuring new works of art of metal and/or wood. - December 23, 2009 - The Crucible
Founder of Macular Degeneration Foundation Dies at 94
After dedicating his life to public awareness of ARMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Edmund J. Aleksandrovich (Ed Aleks) dies at the age of 94. - December 22, 2009 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
The Power of Forgiveness
Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center, NFP, Features Rev. Jacki Belile of Living Well Ministries for Upcoming Meditations on Activism Presentation. - December 22, 2009 - Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center, NFP
InfraGard National Members Alliance Announces Dyann Bradbury as President and Reelection of Kathleen Kiernan as Chairman of the Board of Directors
Ms. Dyann Bradbury has been elected President of the InfraGard National Members Alliance (INMA) and Dr. Kathleen Kiernan has been reelected to a second term as Chairman. InfraGard was started by the FBI 13 years ago as an alliance between the FBI and the over 34,000 FBI-vetted members to provide two-way rapid interface with the Bureau and the leaders and experts of this country’s critical infrastructure. - December 21, 2009 - InfraGard National Members Alliance
SMART Recognized as Sixth Most Admired Nonprofit in Oregon
Achieves Top Ten Ranking Out of 150 Nonprofits - December 20, 2009 - SMART (Start Making A Reader Today)
CICOA Receives Grant to Provide Public Education on Medicare Issues
CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions will use a grant from Universal American to provide information and assistance to Medicare recipients across Central Indiana. - December 20, 2009 - CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions
UCLA Neurologist to Speak About "Chemo Brain" Jan. 28
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura and the Community Memorial Hospital Cancer Resource Center invite cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers to a free workshop entitled “Chemo Brain” with Lorne Label, MD. The program will take place Thursday, January 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at... - December 20, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
American Heart Association Makes Donating Easy. Shop Online; Donate for Free.
The American Heart Association gives holiday shopping a philanthropic twist. A partnership with We-Care.com help supporters fight heart disease and stroke when shopping online at nearly 1,000 merchants - a percentage of every purchase is a donation. - December 20, 2009 - We-Care.com
Ford's Executive Vice President to Deliver Keynote Address at NAFA's 2010 I&E
NAFA is proud to announce that Mark Fields, Executive Vice President of Ford Motor Company, will be one of three keynote speakers for the 2010 Institute & Expo in Detroit this April. - December 20, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
UCLA Oncologist to Present Educational Workshop on Women's Cancers at The Wellness Community
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura will present a free educational workshop on Women’s Cancers with Amer Karam, MD on Thursday, January 21, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at 530 Hampshire Road in Westlake Village. Please call (805) 379-4777 to RSVP. Dr. Karam of The University of California,... - December 20, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Jackthedonkey.com, a Social Network Where Supporting Charities & Causes Happens Freely & Regularly
JackTheDonkey.com, a new social network turning "click-for-revenue" into "click-for-a-cause," donates dollars for pics and “deep thoughts” to charities people care about to the tune of 1.1 cents every impression….and that’s just the beginning. - December 20, 2009 - JackTheDonkey.com
NSCS and KODA Announce Partnership
NSCS is pleased to announce its partnership with KODA.US, the premier online recruiting site for young professionals. “NSCS is an honors organization for high-achieving first- and second-year students, and we’re committed to helping our members throughout their lives,” said... - December 19, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Medical Society Announces Publication of Largest Stem Cell Safety Study to Date
The ICMS announces the publication of the largest stem cell safety study. Using the guidelines put forward by the ICMS, 227 patients were followed for complications after receiving adult stem cell therapies using a novel new protocol. No serious complications were reported. - December 19, 2009 - International Cellular Medicine Society
Hearts of Gold’s Deborah Koenigsberger Named “New Yorker of the Week” by NY1 News
Story to Run Beginning Friday, December 18 on NY1 News and NY1.com - December 18, 2009 - Hearts of Gold
Ashleigh V. Laabs Promoted to Communications Specialist at Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Laabs will support the Foundation’s marketing, public relations and communications through the use of new media tools and technologies. - December 18, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
“Run For Young” 5K Announces Community Sponsors
Christ Episcopal Church (www.christchurchraleigh.org) has announced the community sponsors who are supporting the third annual “Run for Young” event, set for Saturday, Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, located at 120 E. Edenton St. “Run for Young” is an event to... - December 18, 2009 - Run for Young