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Sk8ology: Fine Art on Skateboards
Artists come in all shapes and sizes and the artists featured at Sk8ology will be in Long Beach with their skateboards. Sk8ology is an art show where the canvases are skateboard decks. Several professional skateboarders will be featured as well as some local artists. - June 19, 2008 - ISM
Buffalo Professor is Runner-Up for Inspire Integrity Awards
Buffalo Professor Kenneth Takeuchi is the runner-up for the Inspire Integrity Awards, the only student-nominated national award recognizing professors who instill integrity in their students. - June 19, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
U-Iowa Professor Wins Inspire Integrity Award
Linda Bolton, University of Iowa English Professor, is recipient of the only national student-nominated award for professors who inspire and instill integrity in their students. - June 19, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Honor Society Students Meet to Discuss Career Opportunities
Honor Society Students Meet to Discuss Career Opportunities; Despite Weak Job Market, NSCS Students Are Bullish on Their Futures. - June 19, 2008 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
The Homeland Security Foundation of America Announces New Board of Advisors Members and Unveils Campaign for Child Safety and Protection
HSFA added four new members to its Board of Advisors. - June 19, 2008 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Seniors Rally at the State Capitol
Several hundred seniors, adults with physical disabilities and advocates rallied in Lansing on the Capitol lawn on Wednesday, June 11 to implore legislators to increase funding for senior services. Seniors at the rally held placards reading “Create Choices for Independence,” “Elder-Friendly Means Everyone-Friendly,” and handmade signs reading “Hell No, We Won’t Go to the Nursing Home.” - June 18, 2008 - Area Agency on Aging, Region IV
The Ryan Andrew Kaiser Memorial Foundation Announces K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital to Sponsor Ryan’s Run 2008
The Ryan Andrew Kaiser Memorial Foundation (RAKMF) and Ryan’s Run announced that K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital at Jersey Shore Medical Center has joined the growing list of national and regional companies, institutions, and foundations supporting Ryan’s Run. This year marks... - June 18, 2008 - Ryan Andrew Kaiser Memorial Foundation
World Peace for Life Presented by Prince Ali. June 21st@ The Los Angeles Convention Center. 6:30-11:30 PM.
Concert to feature world renowned musicians and speakers to promote peace in our lifetime. - June 17, 2008 - World Peace For Life
5th Annual Negro Spirituals Heritage Day
The event was initiated by Friends of Negro Spirituals, an Oakland-based organization with the goal of preserving Negro Spirituals through educating the public. - June 16, 2008 - Friends of Negro Spirituals
Ballet Tech Cincinnati Announces Dance Gala Stars for 2008
International Dance Gala:16 Fabulous dancers;10 world renowned companies; 8 different countries display gravity defying athleticism, artistry and strength, classic and new edgy choreography. The best dancers, best companies, best choreography in the world offer diverse cast, music and dance styles. - June 15, 2008 - arts innovation movement: aim cincinnati
Earthquake Victims in China to be Aided by Humanity First
The earthquake that hit central China on May 12 left people shaken in bordering Thailand and Vietnam and much destruction in its wake. An official death count stands a month after the destruction at 69,146, with another 17,516 still missing. In the Sichuan Province alone, 80% of the buildings were... - June 15, 2008 - Humanity First
Myanmar Victims Aided by Humanity First
The deadly category III cyclone Nargis that devastated Myanmar on May 2 has left thousands destitute and unaided weeks after the blow. In an immediate response to the natural disaster, Humanity First volunteers in Bangkok, Thailand, met with UN OCHA teams to collaborate in efforts to deploy large... - June 15, 2008 - Humanity First
Mission Grounds Gourmet Coffee Partners with Whole Foods Markets to Help Homeless Children
Mission Ground Gourmet Coffee Helps Homeless Children by expanding into Whole Foods Markets and all their stores in the Southeast. - June 14, 2008 - Mission Grounds Gourmet Coffee
The Spotlight Will be on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation During Philanthro Productions' Benefit Party at Boulevard3
Philanthro Returns to Hollywood with June 20 Event; Raising Funds & Awareness for the Faces Behind Cystic Fibrosis. - June 14, 2008 - Philanthro Productions Inc.
Members of Philanthro Productions Receive a 2008 PSW Community Impact Award on Behalf of Deloitte & Touche
Third Place Win Signals Philanthro Productions’ First Community Grant. - June 14, 2008 - Philanthro Productions Inc.
International Affairs Council Welcomes Guests From Raleigh’s Sister City
The International Affairs Council (IAC) (www.iacnc.org), in conjunction with Raleigh Sister Cities, hosted a Spring Social with visitors from Raleigh’s sister city, Rostock, Germany on June 4 at the City of Raleigh Municipal Center. The social was a networking opportunity with guests from the... - June 14, 2008 - International Affairs Council
National MS Society Announces Bike MS: Historic New Bern Ride September 12-14
The National MS Society’s 20th Anniversary Bike MS ride (formerly the MS 150) has been scheduled for September 12-14 in historic downtown New Bern. The two-day ride is one of North Carolina’s largest recreational rides, featuring courses of 30 miles, 75 miles, and 100 miles each day. It... - June 14, 2008 - National MS Society - Eastern North Carolina Chapter
Travel Industry Running Teams Raise Over £50,000 for the Family Holiday Association
Travel industry runners raised over £50,000 for the Family Holiday Association by competing in the London Marathon and the Malta Half Marathon this year. - June 13, 2008 - Family Holiday Association
Safe Rides Opens Its Services in NY and NJ
Safe Rides Unlimited's approach in reducing drunk driving is the most unique to date and therefore, has proven results in all test markets. SRU is the first organization that involves bars, clubs, students and the general public to gather data, create effective campaigns and offer realistic safe ride options. These campaigns deliver different safe ride options to deter people from drinking and driving. At the same time these campaigns educate show people how easy it is to arrange a safe ride. - June 11, 2008 - Safe Rides Unlimited non profit organization
Going Green Creates Bond Between NAFA and NYC
NAFA recently participated in The City of New York Parks & Recreation 20th Annual Vehicle and Equipment Show just a few weeks after awarded The City of New York Parks & Recreation with NAFA's first-ever Green Fleet Award. - June 11, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Women's Conference Encouraging Women to Never Give Up
'Big Blessings' revealed at the 2008 Sisters of the Spirit Women's Conference. - June 11, 2008 - Sisters of the Spirit
Café Roma Partners with the School of Champions for Summer Camp
Local pizzeria and pub, Cafe Roma has donated $9000 pesos to help send Puerto Vallarta children to summer camp. The School of Champions, a local non-profit after-school program for impoverished children, is offering a free summer camp to to the children who live in the areas surrounding the municipal dump. Many donations are needed to send them all to camp where they will have an opportunity to learn subjects like English, art, dancing and swimming. - June 11, 2008 - Children of the Dump
Casey Cares Announces Kami's Jammies Program Which Provides PJs and Parties to Children on Extended Stay at Hospitals
The Casey Cares Foundation announces a new program: Kami's Jammies which provides pajamas and themed pajama parties to children on extended stays at area hospitals. Founded in 2000, the Casey Cares Foundation provides uplifting programs with a special touch to critically ill children and their families in MD and throughout the Mid-Atlantic area. Named in memory of a child, Kami's Jammies will add to their Family Festivities, Birthday Blasts, Celebration Vacation and Better Together programs. - June 11, 2008 - Casey Cares Foundation
The PROGRESS Arts Group Inc. Announces the Maverick Entertainment Group Inc. U.S. DVD Release of "Deceitful Storm": Be Careful What You Covet; It May Destroy You
Maverick Entertainment Group Inc., The PROGRESS Arts Group Inc. & SDH Productions are proud to announce the release of the film "Deceitful Storm," based on the hit stage play "Through the Storm," June 10, 2008. - June 10, 2008 - The PROGRESS Arts Group Inc.
G.A.M.E. Opens "Front and Centre II" Art Exhibit at the Centre Club of Tampa
Members of Enspirati exhibit their art in “Front and Centre II” at the Centre Club of Tampa. Represented are eight artists from culturally diverse backgrounds. Presented by Global Arts Movement for Education (G.A.M.E.), a non-profit organization dedicated to funding art scholarships. - June 09, 2008 - Global Arts Movement for Education
Sikhcess™ Clothes 15,000 of Australia’s Homeless in a Single Day
On May 10, 2008, Sikhcess volunteers across Australia collected and distributed blankets, jackets, and other winter clothing items to the homeless and needy through its ‘Bundles of Warmth’ campaign, which provides aid during the most frigid months of the year. Sikhcess exceeded all expectations in meeting this need; having provided clothing to over 15,000 of the most desperate people in Australia. - June 08, 2008 - Sikhcess
Red Bulls Make Appearance at the Buckingham United Spring Into Summer Soccer Tournament Saturday June 7th, 2008
Saturday, June 7, 2008 Red Bulls make appearance in Bucks County at CBAA's Soccer tournament. - June 07, 2008 - Central Bucks Athletic Association(CBAA)
World Environment Day - Trees for Life Sets Quarter of a Million Trees Target
Trees for Life, the award-winning conservation charity working to restore the Caledonian Forest in the Scottish Highlands, is marking World Environment Day by announcing that it aims to plant a quarter of a million trees during 2008 and 2009. - June 06, 2008 - Trees for Life
Joel Osteen’s Audio Podcast Hits #3 on iTunes
Joel Osteen Ministries announced today that their audio Podcast reached No. 3 in the list of all Podcasts on iTunes this week. Joel Osteen’s audio Podcast has been in or near the top 10 on iTunes since January of 2007. Over 42 million people have requested the audio Podcast of Joel... - June 05, 2008 - Lakewood Church
Viecore FSD Sponsors Golf Tournament to Benefit TAPS
Viecore FSD, a contractor to the U.S. military, is hosting the first annual Golf Scramble to benefit the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors on June 9th at the Sun Eagles Golf Course at Fort Monmouth, NJ. - June 05, 2008 - TAPS
Area No-Kill Animal Shelter Announces Fundraising Concert
Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary Holding ‘Band Together for Animals’ to Benefit Spay/Neuter Program. - June 04, 2008 - Peppermint Pig Thrift & Gift
American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Roselle Park - Opportunity for All to Make a Difference in the Fight Against Cancer
Candlelight Ceremony Honors Those Affected – While Caretakers Join Forces in Cancer Prevention Study. - June 04, 2008 - American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Rahway NJ
Third Annual Free Breast Augmentation Giveaway at Erotica-LA Convention
There is less than one week left until the MyFreeImplants.com & Dr. William Brennan Boob Job Giveaway. The event is scheduled to take place on stage at Erotica-LA, a three-day sexuality and lifestyle exposition, from June 6th through June 8th, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. - June 03, 2008 - MyFreeImplants.com, LLC
NC Students Place Third in Nation at ARML Competition
A team of 15 students from around North Carolina placed third in the nation at the 33rd Annual American Regions Mathematics League (ARML) Meet on Saturday. The North Carolina team, in what the coaches called a “rebuilding” year with an “awfully young” group of students, were somewhat surprised by their outstanding performance. - June 03, 2008 - NC Science Mathematics Technology Education Center
Announcing the Fifth Annual, International Angel Faces’ Retreat a Six Day Retreat for Adolescent Girls with Severe Facial Injuries from U.S. and Mexico
Mission is to provide healing retreats and ongoing support designed to inspire adolescent girls with severe facial disfigurements to achieve their optimum potential and develop meaningful relationships for themselves, their families, and their communities. The unique 6-day retreat is held in a private setting, and is designed to teach adolescent girls how to increase self-confidence, and improve their self image while embracing their trauma and facial difference. - May 31, 2008 - Angel Faces
Habitat Newark Appoints New Executive Director
David R. Zurheide, a veteran of more than 19 years in the home building and construction industry, has been appointed Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity Newark, effective immediately. - May 31, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity Newark/Essex County NJ
Travel Industry Charity Pub Quiz Hosted by Simon Calder Raises Over £5,200 for the Family Holiday Association
A travel industry pub quiz hosted by Simon Calder, was won by a Hotels.com team and raised over £5,200 for the Family Holiday Association, the national charity giving a break to families in need. - May 31, 2008 - Family Holiday Association
Chicago Thoroughbred Retirement Charity Celebrates the Triple Crown with an Open House and Fun Filled Day
Wood End Farms, the Chicago area’s only non-profit Thoroughbred retirement charity, is celebrating horse racing’s Triple Crown with a day of fun and an open house featuring the farm’s retired racehorses on Sunday, June 1. Visitors will be treated to a history of the Triple Crown... - May 30, 2008 - Wood End Farms
Dan Croke Extends Help to the Disadvantaged
Dan Croke, the Queensland entrepreneur, has recently extended the practical and monetary support that he gives to disadvantaged people in the local community, continuing an ongoing commitment to make a difference in society. - May 30, 2008 - Dan Croke
Economic Slowdown Good News for Small Businesses Claims UK Business Expert
Despite rising fuel price, a credit crunch and predicted economic downturn UK business expert, Stefan Drew, is claiming this could be the best year ever for many small businesses. - May 30, 2008 - Stefan Drew Associates
Grove Winery Presents Gears & Cheers ‘08 to Benefit the National MS Society
Grove Winery & Vineyards will host the second annual Gears & Cheers Bike Ride on May 31st. Proceeds from the event will go to benefit the Central and Eastern NC Chapters of the National MS Society. Cyclists will begin at the winery located on the Haw River Wine Trail north of Elon and have... - May 30, 2008 - National MS Society - Eastern North Carolina Chapter
NAFA Hands Out 5th Excellence in Education Award
The Excellence in Education Award was handed out to Matt Betz at NAFA's 2008 Institute & Expo in Salt Lake City. - May 29, 2008 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Niños Del Café - Java Times Caffé Non-Profit Organization Strives to Improve the Living Conditions of Children Whose Parents' Work in the Coffee Producing States
Niños del Cafe started in 2004 with the objective to help the coffee producers of Mexico, offering their children better living conditions. This organization is part of the Java Times Caffe company - javatimescaffe.com, which has broad experience in the coffee world through the stores it has handled since 1999. The owner, Antonio Leite, has been in very close contact with these producers and is keenly aware of the needs they have. - May 28, 2008 - Java Times Caffé
Brotherhood Ride 2008 Fundraiser Completes First Leg of Nine Day Bike Ride for "Charleston 9"
Firefighters and other volunteers are raising money by riding 600 miles on bicycles from Naples, Florida to Charleston, South Carolina to honor nine Charleston firefighters that lost their lives on June 18, 2007 doing what they love to do -- fighting fires and saving lives. All funds raised will aid the families of the "Charleston 9." The ride began May 24 in Naples, FL and ends on Sunday, June 1 in Charleston, SC. - May 28, 2008 - Brotherhood Ride
Scottish Beaver Trial a "Tremendous Step Forward"
Trees for Life, the award-winning charity working to restore the Caledonian Forest in the Scottish Highlands, today welcomed the Scottish Government’s decision to allow a trial reintroduction of European beavers to Mid-Argyll. “To see beavers living wild in Scotland after an absence of... - May 28, 2008 - Trees for Life
First Time in Global History Lonely Indian Parents Attempt to Defeat Death
First time in world history, lonely Indian Parents attempt to defeat death by supporting and serving bereaved children, parents and their families struggling with losses of their near and dear ones. - May 28, 2008 - Samarpan Basu Memorial Trust
Heart Full of Soul Being Sent to Military Hospital
The inspirational autobiography titled "Heart Full Of Soul" by Taylor Hicks are being sent to patients at Walter Reed Military Hospital. - May 26, 2008 - Jewelry Sprout
HeartShare Pre-School Moving to Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
After 12 years in Bay Ridge, HeartShare Human Services of New York’s First Step Early Childhood Center is moving to the former St. Finbar’s elementary school in Bensonhurst this summer. Offering vital education services to children from 3 to 5 years old with developmental delays or... - May 24, 2008 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Girls Living Life on Purpose, Inc. (GLLOP) Presents the Real Deal Workshop on June 7th, 2008
Girls Living Life on Purpose, Inc. is hosting a parent/teen workshop on Saturday, June 7th, 2008 at the Doubletree Hotel – Dallas (near Galleria Mall) in Dallas, Texas geared at coaching girls in developing standards, setting healthy boundaries in relationships, and making healthy decisions. - May 24, 2008 - Girls Living Life on Purpose, Inc.
Star-Studded Gala for HeartShare
It was a star-studded evening as HeartShare Human Services of New York celebrated its Annual Spring Gala and Auction at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square. The Sopranos creator and executive producer David Chase joined James Gandolfini, Lorraine Bracco, Dominic Chianese, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Robert... - May 24, 2008 - HeartShare Human Services of NY