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Shorecrest Theatre Presents "Phantom of the Opera" Theatrical Production the Highlight of School’s "Celebrate the Arts" Week
Known for producing theatre, movie and television stars, Shorecrest Preparatory School in St. Petersburg will showcase its newest cast of Broadway hopefuls in a mesmerizing production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Phantom of the Opera.” Shows on April 14, 15, and 16 at 7pm at the school’s Janet Root Theatre. - March 30, 2016 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Third Street Music School Settlement’s Annual Spring Gala to Honor: Sting and Brenda Harris at 121st Anniversary Benefit, May 16th
Featuring Special Performance by Third Street Music School Settlement - March 29, 2016 - Third Street Music School
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee to Participate in Peace Event
The Tennessee chapter of The Way to Happiness Association will participate in a large-scale peace event in early April. - March 28, 2016 - The Way to Happiness
BBB Wise Giving Alliance Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Highlights Legacy of Helping Donors Identify Trustworthy Charities - March 26, 2016 - BBB Wise Giving Alliance
Nashville Church of Scientology Honored Founder L. Ron Hubbard’s 105th Birthday
Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard’s 105th birthday was celebrated in Nashville by Tennessee area Scientologists on March 19, 2016. - March 26, 2016 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Church of Scientology Looks Forward to 31st Anniversary in Nashville
The Church of Scientology is preparing to celebrate its 31st year in Nashville, TN. - March 26, 2016 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Chinese Community Church of South Bay Easter Celebration Program 2016
The Chinese Community Church of South Bay, located in the Torrance area of Los Angeles County, will be hosting a special Easter Celebration Program this year from March 20, 2016 to March 27, 2016. - March 25, 2016 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
RVA Arts Community Launches “Impressions of Courage,” A World Record Honoring Those Affected by Cancer
A press conference in Scott's Addition this Thursday will preview the biggest arts undertaking Richmond, Va has ever seen - a 1000-foot collograph to honor those whose lives have been affected by cancer. - March 24, 2016 - Art on Wheels
KOSBE Hosts Mobile App Marketing Training Opportunity: Going Mobile in a Mobile World
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Mobile App Marketing: Going Mobile in a Mobile World on Tuesday, April 12, 11:30-1:00 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE), your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, and Appville101. Lunch will be provided to attendees. - March 24, 2016 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
President Obama Announces Commitment to the 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund to Support Community College Student Exchanges Between the U.S. and Argentina
Today President Obama announced a new commitment to the 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund that will create new partnerships to enhance regional cooperation and competiveness and provide new study abroad opportunities between the United States and Argentina. The commitment from CAF:... - March 23, 2016 - Partners of the Americas
Free Wheelchair Mission’s 13th Annual Miracle of Mobility Gala Featuring Tim Tebow
Free Wheelchair Mission’s 13th Annual Miracle of Mobility Gala will be held on July 28, 2016, at Costa Mesa’s Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Orange County, Calif. This inspiring evening will launch FWM’s Mission to a Million campaign to distribute one million wheelchairs by the... - March 23, 2016 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Ruff Transport Launches Shoe Collection Drive to Raise Money for Saving Animal Lives Through Rescue Transports
Ruff Transport's shoe collection fund raiser directly benefits at risk animals in "high kill" shelters by raising operational funds to transport them to "no kill" shelters and foster homes, while also generating capital (shoes) to provide resources for micro-enterprises in developing countries through the national fund raiser funds2orgs.com - March 23, 2016 - Ruff Transport
Talcott Mountain Academy Students Receive Awards at 2016 CT Science & Engineering Fair
Middle school students win special awards in mathematics, science and biotechnology. - March 23, 2016 - Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy
Tickets Now Available for "A Fashion Night in Black & White"
Spectacular evening to support Dress for Success SW Florida. - March 23, 2016 - Dress for Success SWFL
American Diabetes Association Alert Day — a Prediabetes Wake Up Call
The Gateway Family YMCA encourages its residents to understand their risks of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. - March 22, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund Announces $1 Million Commitment from the Cuban-American Community to Support Student Exchanges
Today President Obama announced a historic commitment to bilateral study abroad through a dedicated U.S.-Cuba Innovation Competition as part of his signature education initiative, 100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund. The $1 Million contribution from the Cuban-American community to... - March 21, 2016 - Partners of the Americas
Novo Nordisk and Horizon Foundation for New Jersey Sign on as Presenting Sponsors of American Diabetes Association’s Skylands Tour de Cure
The American Diabetes Association has announced that Novo Nordisk and The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey have signed on as presenting sponsors of the 2016 Skylands Tour de Cure, which takes place on June 5 at the Basking Ridge campus of Verizon. Both Novo Nordisk and The Horizon Foundation have... - March 21, 2016 - American Diabetes Association, Bridgewater, NJ
Living Hope International Names Jim Watters as Vice President of Donor Engagement to Expand Global Reach
Living Hope International (http://www.lovehopemercy.org) (“LHI”), announced today that Jim Watters has joined the organization to direct and lead the fund development and philanthropic work of Living Hope International across the United States. Jim comes to Living Hope International... - March 20, 2016 - Living Hope International
Save Our Cemeteries Calls for Volunteers for Cemetery Clean-Up
Cemetery Preservation Organization Reschedules Phase II Clean-up of Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. - March 19, 2016 - Save Our Cemeteries
Kisa Heyer Promoted to Dream Foundation Chief Executive Officer
Seasoned Businesswoman Plans to Build on Accomplishments. - March 19, 2016 - Dream Foundation
Pastor of Nashville Church of Scientology Recognized by Boy Scouts of Middle Tennessee
In a recent ceremony by the Middle Tennessee Council of the Boy Scouts of America, the pastor of the Church of Scientology was granted the William D. Boyce New Unit Organizer Award for creating and hosting a new Cub Scout troop for students in area schools. - March 19, 2016 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Easter Seals Central Texas Creating a New Model for Non-Profit Funding
Easter Seals Central Texas is proud to be creating a new model for non-profit funding, creating a new position of Chief Entrepreneur to oversee social venture programs. These programs serve the Easter Seals Central Texas model while generating revenue to ensure self-sufficiency of their services. - March 19, 2016 - Easter Seals Central Texas
Food Bank of South Jersey Seeks Additional Sites for Summer Feeding Program
SFP Assures Children in Low-Income Areas Receive Nutritious Meals during School Vacation - March 19, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Red Carpet Rendezvous - Fundraising with Impact
The Center for Volunteer Caregiving's 2016 Red Carpet Rendezvous will take place on Thursday, April 14 from 6:30-10:00 pm at North Ridge Country Club in Raleigh, NC. - March 18, 2016 - The Center for Volunteer Caregiving
KOSBE Hosts "Taking Your Facebook Page to the Next Level" Training with Beyond Engagement
The Small Business Development Center ETSU - Kingsport Affiliate will host Taking Your Facebook Page to the Next Level on Tuesday, May 3, at Hawkins County Gas Utility in Morristown, TN. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE), your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, and Beyond Engagement - Social Media Solutions. Dinner will be provided to attendees. - March 18, 2016 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
KOSBE Offers GrowthWheel® Introduction: a New Approach to Business Decision Making
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will lead a GrowthWheel® Introduction Training on Thursday, April 7 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber. This training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and your Kingsport Chamber. - March 18, 2016 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Shorecrest Adds an “A” to STEM with “Celebrate the Arts”
Weeklong Celebration of Art April 11-16 Features Teach-in with Local Artists, Student Performances, Salvador Dali Exhibit and More - March 18, 2016 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
America’s Top 25 Most Influential Philanthropy Experts Lists CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance
H. Art Taylor Honored as a Change-Maker in Social Innovation, Holistic Charity Evaluations - March 17, 2016 - BBB Wise Giving Alliance
The Princess Project to Host Fifth Annual Taffeta Tea Fundraiser
The Princess Project, a non-profit organization that provides free prom dresses to high school teens who could not otherwise afford to attend their event, is hosting its fifth annual Taffeta Tea fundraiser on Saturday, April 9. This year’s Taffeta Tea will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in... - March 17, 2016 - The Princess Project
Deja Vu Hosts Celebrity DJ Jon Quick's "7th Annual Beauty and the Beat: Heroines of Excellence Awards" Fundraiser in NYC
WBLS 107.5's own DJ Jon Quick presents his 7th annual National Women's month fundraising event, "Beauty and the Beat: Heroines of Excellence Awards" at Suite 36 on Tuesday, March 26, 2016 from 6-11pm. Tickets available at www.jonquick.wix.com/heroinesofexcellence. All proceeds go to the Hip Hop Loves Foundation and The Urban Resource Institute. - March 16, 2016 - DJ Jon Quick
Bluffton Resident Named Beaufort County Representative for Young Democrats of South Carolina (YDSC)
The Sea Islands Region of Young Democrats of South Carolina is proud to announce that Bridgette Frazier has been been selected as the Beaufort County Representative at Young Democrats of South Carolina. A resident of Bluffton, Frazier has volunteered for several state and local campaigns,... - March 16, 2016 - YDSC | Sea Islands Region
5,000 Hours of Service in Four Days - Shorecrest Prep High School Students Spend Entire Week in Service
For the seventh consecutive year, Shorecrest Preparatory School in Saint Petersburg, Florida, will send more than 300 high school students and 40 faculty members across Tampa Bay, the country and the world to perform Service Learning projects as a part of the school’s annual Service Week. - March 16, 2016 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Hampton Resident Named Hampton County Representative for Young Democrats of South Carolina (YDSC)
The Sea Islands Region of Young Democrats of South Carolina is proud to announce that John Polk has been been selected as the Hampton County Representative at Young Democrats of South Carolina. Born and reared in Hampton County, Polk is a veteran political operative and South Carolina Historian. - March 16, 2016 - YDSC | Sea Islands Region
"Home is where the heART is" – Thursday April 7th
On April 7th, 2016, Furniture Sharehouse will hold an art sale fundraiser at Serendipity Labs in Rye. There will be over 150 pieces of art available for purchase; all pieces have been donated to assist Furniture Sharehouse in its mission to help local families make their house a home. Some of the art work is by renowned artists including: Steve Perkins, Charles Fazzino, Gustav Klimt, Georgi Daskaloff, and Mark Kostabi. - March 16, 2016 - Furniture Sharehouse
Young Democrats of South Carolina Relaunches Sea Islands Region
Sea Islands Region will provide young people in Colleton, Hampton, Jasper, and Beaufort Counties with the opportunity to become thought leaders on political, economic, social, and environmental issues. - March 15, 2016 - YDSC | Sea Islands Region
Celebrating CACFP Week with Mini-Grants for Family Child Care and Sponsoring Organizations
T&L Foundation for Child Care Information announces mini-grants for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) family child care providers and sponsoring organizations during CACFP Week. The grants are to strengthen health and wellness in child care environments. - March 15, 2016 - T&L Foundation for Child Care Information
YDSC | Sea Islands Region Solicits Applicants for New Jasper and Colleton County Positions
The Sea Islands Region of Young Democrats of South Carolina (YDSC | Sea Islands Region) is excited to announce the creation of two new positions on its executive council: Jasper County Representative and Colleton County Representative. All young democrats who are full-time residents in those... - March 15, 2016 - YDSC | Sea Islands Region
Down Syndrome in the Workplace - Making a Contribution to Our Economy Campaign
Although our society is learning to be more accepting of others' differences, it is still very difficult for adults with Down syndrome to find employment. A rewarding career that will pay them for their work. So as the world is preparing for World Down Syndrome Day on March 21, 2016, over at Special & Determined, they have already started celebrating individuals with Down syndrome who are living the American Dream by owning their own businesses or who have found fulfilling employment. - March 12, 2016 - Special & Determined
Hilton Head Island Resident Named Region Chair for Sea Islands Region of Young Democrats of South Carolina (YDSC)
The Sea Islands Region of Young Democrats of South Carolina is proud to announce that Michael Edward Walsh has been selected as its new Region Chair. A full-time resident of Hilton Head Island, Walsh has volunteered on a number of national and state campaigns, including the 2008 Barack Obama... - March 12, 2016 - YDSC | Sea Islands Region
YDSC | Sea Islands Launches New Website for Young Democrats in Colleton, Hampton, Jasper, and Beaufort Counties, South Carolina
New site provides a platform for young people to make their voices heard on contemporary issues impacting the Lowcountry. - March 12, 2016 - YDSC | Sea Islands Region
Drug-Free South Working to Thwart Drug Usage
Drug-Free South hit the streets in Nashville this past weekend, distributing copies of the Truth About Drugs in the busy downtown district. - March 12, 2016 - Drug Free South
EarthShare Welcomes Meri-Margaret Deoudes as New CEO
Innovative Change Agent Joins as Leader of EarthShare, America’s Largest Environmental Engagement Coalition - March 12, 2016 - EarthShare
Rescue Alert - Chi Chi the Quadruple Amputee Golden Retriever Comes Home to America
On Friday the Golden Retriever who was tortured and left for dead in a trash bag in Korea, will conclude her overseas journey and begin her new life at home in the United States. Chi Chi (which means “loving”, in Korean) will arrive at LAX at 1:30PM PST, accompanied by her Korean caretaker, and veterinarian. Before she is united with her new family in Arizona, members of the press are invited to to film the “Welcome Home” celebration. - March 11, 2016 - Animal Rescue Media Education
Save Our Cemeteries to Clean-Up Lafayette Cemetery #1
Cemetery Preservation Organization Teams with the Industrial Asset Management Council to Beautify Historic Uptown Cemetery - March 11, 2016 - Save Our Cemeteries
KOSBE Launches Expanded 2016 GrowthWheel® Program
East Tennessee small businesses can now use the GrowthWheel® business tool to increase revenue and market share. - March 11, 2016 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
KOSBE Executive Director Appointed to Tennessee Education Lottery (TEL) Advisory Council
TEL adds Aundrea Y. Wilcox to represent the Eastern division of Tennessee. - March 11, 2016 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
The Way to Happiness Association Thrilled About Upcoming "Green It Up" Event
The Way to Happiness Association is observing World Environment Day on June 2nd with a networking event on behalf of the environment. - March 11, 2016 - The Way to Happiness
Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois Gives an Exclusive Interview on AJC Radio’s Spotlight on Capitol Hill
Spotlight on Capitol Hill Gives Listeners an In-Depth Look at Initiatives and the Legislative Agendas of Our Elected Officials in Washington, D.C. - March 10, 2016 - A Just Cause
Streetcats Foundation and Teensurfer Looking for Teen Heros to Honor.
Streetcats Foundation, with 24 web sites for children, youth and families and a national radio broadcast, Reaching Up, is looking for teens to honor who have done something kind and heroic to help others. Teens will be featured on web sites, in a new Teen Heros book and on national radio. - March 10, 2016 - Streetcats Foundation
Fourth Annual World's Shortest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the Bronx Local Tavern Defies Convention and Raises Thousands for Charity
On March 17, 2016, Irish tavern and cultural landmark, An Beal Bocht Café will host their Fourth Annual World's Shortest St. Patrick's Day Parade. This event provides a unique opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate and to help those in need. - March 10, 2016 - ShortestParade.com