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Former Nelson Mandela Prison Guard Christo Brand to Speak at Shorecrest Leadership Lecture on November 17
Christo Brand, Nelson Mandela’s former prison guard and friend, will speak at the November 17th Willis Leadership Lecture at Shorecrest Preparatory School at 10:50 am. The Willis Leadership Lecture series invites four esteemed speakers annually to address the Shorecrest community. The theme... - November 12, 2015 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Dancing with the Rising Stars Benefit for Furniture Sharehouse November 18th
The Business Council of Westchester is hosting Dancing with the Rising Stars - a dance extravaganza to benefit Furniture Sharehouse. Five couples will dance their hearts out while competing for "Best in Show" and "Fan's Favorite". Tickets are available on-line at www.westchesterny.org. Benefit Details: The White Plains Performing Arts Center, 11 City Place, White Plains, NY 10601 November 18, 2015; Cocktails: 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Performance: 7:00pm - 9:00pm. - November 12, 2015 - Furniture Sharehouse
One of the Biggest Christmas Events in Georgia: Santa’s Coming To Cobb
Santa’s Coming To Cobb is looking for donations, sponsors and children to attend. Santa’s Coming To Cobb Event is like no other celebration. It is a winter wonderland that is a part of every child’s dreams. Santa flies in by helicopter bringing toys and Christmas excitement. Every Child gets a gift and picture with Santa. There are many Christmas activities for families do to from petting zoo, bounces, games, live music, local youth performances, and real snow. - November 11, 2015 - SantasComingToCobbb.com
Jon and Loretta Runyan to Serve as Honorary Chairs for Food Bank of South Jersey’s Annual Fundraising Gala
The Food Bank of South Jersey – the area’s largest emergency food provider – is hosting its third annual Viva South Jersey Gala fundraiser. The event features a Las-Vegas theme complete with charity gambling, live and silent auctions, and dinner/dancing. A highlight of the... - November 11, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center Named One of the Nation's 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals
Award Winning Hospital Recognized Nationally for Excellence in Cardiovascular Services and Care by Truven Health Analytics - November 10, 2015 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Cat Care Society Santa Paws Festival 2015 Moves to Saturday & Sunday
Cat Care Society’s Annual Santa Paws Festival Returns the Weekend of December 5-6. - November 08, 2015 - Cat Care Society
Drug-Free South Treats Kids to Truth
The Drug-Free South team is dedicated to bringing the Truth About Drugs to young people. Recently, the group participated in a Halloween festival to spread the word. - November 08, 2015 - Drug Free South
Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Durham and Orange Counties Now Accepts and Sells Mattresses
Your Mattress Donation Frustration is Over! - November 07, 2015 - Habitat for Humanity ReStore of Durham and Orange Counties
WDHA 105.5 FM Returns to NJ Walks for TS at Mendham
The 6th annual advocacy walk is Nov. 14th. - November 07, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Food Bank of South Jersey Names Subaru of America Inaugural Winner of Champion Against Hunger Award
Automaker Honored for Its Long-Time Role in Supporting FBSJ’s Mission. - November 07, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Local Shoe Designer Holds Trunk Show Benefitting Dress for Success Tampa Bay
Shola Designs is hosting a trunk show on Sunday, November 22, 2015 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Aloft Hotel located at 100 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa, Florida 33602. - November 06, 2015 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
WeLoveYourCause.com Offers Reduced Fees on New Fundraisers to Make Holiday Dreams Come True
From now through December 31, 2015, WeLoveYourCause.com is offering reduced fees on all new Reward and Donation based Crowdfunding campaigns launched at their platform. - November 06, 2015 - We Love Your Cause
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter Raises Over $15,000 for Their Annual Friends of Monique Fundraiser
Over 80 team members will walk in the Light the Night Walk on November 7, 2015 in memory of Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter Teen, Monique Williams. - November 06, 2015 - Jack and Jill of America - Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter
Save Our Cemeteries Announces Final Lecture of 2015 Series
“Taken To The Grave: Lesser Known Tombs In The St. Louis Cemeteries” a Lecture by Sally Asher - November 06, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries
Join Rotary District 6960 for the World’s Greatest Meal on Nov. 16
The public is invited to help "END POLIO NOW" with food, drink and fun. - November 06, 2015 - Rotary 6960
Surprise Lake Camp is Building a Swimming Pool
Site work began on August 31 and the concrete shell was poured mid-October. The pool will have an enormous impact on today's campers, and it will enrich the lives of young people for many generations to come. It will be a facility that will make the entire camp community proud. - November 05, 2015 - Surprise Lake Camp
The Peterson Group Holds Seminar on Proper Usage of Anti-Counterfeiting Technologies
The Peterson Group (TPG), one of the most active non-profit organizations campaigning against drug counterfeiting just held an awareness seminar on the proper usage of anti-counterfeiting technologies to dozens of pharmacists and local authorities in West Jakarta in Indonesia last October 15, 2015. - November 05, 2015 - The Peterson Group
Young Magician Wants to Make Tourette Syndrome Disappear for All
Teaneck boy is named to Youth Committee for NJ Walks for TS at Mendham. - November 05, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Fifth-Grader is Stepping Up Awareness Efforts
Hilldale Elementary School student and his family are giving back, supporting other families affected by Tourette Syndrome in their community. - November 05, 2015 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Dream Foundation and San Francisco 49ers Fulfill Final Dream for Terminally Ill California Man
Dream Foundation–the only national dream-granting organization for adults and their families facing life-threatening illness–along with the San Francisco 49ers, will fulfill the final dream of 54 year-old Banning, Calif. resident Eddy Burch who has been diagnosed with stage IV colon... - November 05, 2015 - Dream Foundation
Father of Slain Reporter to Host Townhall Meetings in Baltimore and Washington, DC
Kenneth McClenton, father of slain 27 year old community news reporter Charnice Milton, will host Townhall Assemblies in Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC to discuss “solutions not problems” regarding the unprecedented increase in unresolved homicides, missing persons and exploited children in Urban America. - November 04, 2015 - The Open Heart Close Case Campaign
Switzerland Named World’s Most Positive Country for 2015
Congratulation to the winners of the Daily Positive (D+) World's Most Positive Countries 2015. In the fifth year of the award series, Switzerland named World’s Most Positive Country for 2015. - November 04, 2015 - Daily Positive (D+)
Family Promise to Host an Evening in Paris
Nonprofit says bonjour to 13th annual fundraiser. - November 04, 2015 - Family Promise of Greater Denver
Turkey Shortage, Rising Costs Threaten Thanksgiving Season for Thousands Served by Food Bank of South Jersey
Non-Profit Organization Projects 6,000 Turkey Shortfall; Solicits Emergency Support from Businesses and Residents in Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem Counties. - November 04, 2015 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Community Outreach Program - Penasquitos CA, with Police, Fire Fighters and Community Residents
PLC, SD Police Department, SD Fire Rescue PLC Entertainment Group is excited to announce the showing of its monthly, free Community Movie Night- a program designed to help our community begin a dialogue among family, friends, and neighbors. In addition to the free movie, free popcorn, and free ice cream sundaes, the Community Movie Night committee will host a joint event with the SD Police Department and SD Fire Department on Friday, November 20 from 5:30-8:30 pm. The featured movie is Sneekers. - November 03, 2015 - Penasquitos Lutheran Church
Tortoise and Finch Productions Announces Nonfiction Writing Contest: "On Courage"
Tortoise and Finch Productions, LLC is pleased to announce its first Nonfiction Writing Contest, “On Courage,” which will run from 9:00 a.m. (PST) on October 31st, 2015 until 11:59 p.m. on December 31st, 2015. There is no entry fee for this contest. - November 02, 2015 - Tortoise and Finch Productions, LLC
Lake Hopatcong Foundation and the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum Are Working Together to Hold Food Drives for Area Churches
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation and the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum are partnering together and seeking the support of the community to help put food on area tables this holiday season. The non-profit organizations will be collecting non-perishable, sealed and unexpired food for four of the food panties in the area. - November 01, 2015 - Lake Hopatcong Foundation
Rosanne’s Rush for Research, Inc. Donates $10,000 to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute for Triple Negative Breast Cancer Research
Rosanne’s Rush for Research is pleased to announce a donation in the amount of $10,000 to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA. In line with the mission of Rosanne’s Rush for Research to donate funds for the research and treatment of triple negative breast cancer (TNBC), the... - November 01, 2015 - Rosanne's Rush For Research
International Association of Scientologists Marks Year of Incomparable Global Impact
The International Association of Scientologists’ 31st Anniversary Celebration showcased historic expansion and unprecedented reach, rounding out 12 months of extraordinary worldwide achievement. - November 01, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
People TV Atlanta Announces 2nd Annual Live On-Air Fund-a-Thon in Conjunction with Georgia Gives Day
In an effort to raise needed funds, People TV will air the 2nd annual live on-air "Fund-a-Thon" in conjunction with Georgia Gives Day. - November 01, 2015 - People TV Inc
Montessori International Hosts Open House
Montessori International will host an open house for the public interested in a montessori education for their child on Sunday November 8, from 12 noon to 2 pm. - October 31, 2015 - Montessori International Children's House
Oneness Through Art, L3C Sets to Raise $10,000 Through Crowdfunding Platform Kiva-Zip
Oneness Through Art, L3C is a social enterprise venture with a stated mission of Uniting People through the Arts. They are raising 1st round funds through the Kiva Zip Micro-Loan Platform to develop the animated series MyKids Unite© and #HumanityRising Arts Outreach Projects. - October 31, 2015 - Oneness through Art, L3C
Soldiers’ Angels Kicks Off Annual "Treats for Troops" Collection Drive
Candy donations will be used to support deployed troops and veterans. - October 31, 2015 - Soldiers' Angels
Transgender American Veterans Assn. Brings a Highly Experienced Leader on Board
On October 20th, Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA) brought Zander Keig, a key leader in the transgender community, to their board of directors. His experience and leadership will take TAVA to higher levels of engagement benefiting America's transgender veterans across the... - October 31, 2015 - TAVA
GFAS Certified Equine Facilities Accept Horses from Failed Virginia Rescue Farm
This past week, 81 horses, donkeys and mules along with dozens of cats and dogs were surrendered and seized from Peaceable Farm, a rescue and breeding facility in Orange County, Virginia. Diana Wheeler, Orange County Commonwealth’s Attorney, and Sheriff Mark Amos said, “This agency had... - October 31, 2015 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Kosbe and Holston International Training and Consulting to Host Active Shooter Preparedness
The Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate will host Active Shooter Preparedness Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, November 17, 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM, at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The training is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and... - October 31, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Nashville Church of Scientology Hosts Community Discussion on Drug Prevention
The Church of Scientology held a special open house in honor of Red Ribbon Week with a forum on drug prevention and education. - October 31, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Spreading Happiness Among Tennessee Native American Tribes
The Way to Happiness participated in this year’s annual Intertribal Powwow in Clarksville, Tennessee. - October 31, 2015 - The Way to Happiness
Partners of the Americas’ A Ganar Wins Prestigious Beyond Sport Award
Partners of the Americas’ A Ganar program was announced as the winner of Beyond Sport’s Barclays Sport for Employability Award at a star-studded ceremony late this month. This is A Ganar’s first time winning a Beyond Sport award and third year making the shortlist in at least one... - October 30, 2015 - Partners of the Americas
Nevada Commission on Special License Plates Approves Nevada DMV Special License Plate Benefiting the Historic Virginia Range Wild Horses
Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund (HVWHPF) received approval from the Nevada Commission on Special License Plates to produce an “Historic Virginia Range Mustangs” license plate, available for purchase about April 2016. The proceeds from the special plate will be allocated to fund projects related to the Cooperative Agreement, winter hay, and other projects undertaken by HVWHPF. Many volunteer opportunities will become available as Cooperative Agreement projects are created. - October 30, 2015 - Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund
Sammy’s Hope Staffers Earn Certification as Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed Certification (CPDT-KA)
Animal Shelter Staffers Earn Prestigious Certification. - October 30, 2015 - Sammy's Hope
Online CAFM® Boot Camp Breaks Barriers Between Students and Training
Fleet association's new program to facilitate higher education for fleet professionals. - October 30, 2015 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center Honored with Five-Star Recognition in National Study
The Healthgrades Study of Patient Outcomes in Nearly 4,500 Hospitals Finds Saddleback Memorial Among the Best Nationally. - October 29, 2015 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
KOSBE Announces 2015 KOSBE Awards Contenders
The Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced 34 area small businesses as contenders for the 21st Annual KOSBE Awards. At a special recognition event on Thursday, December 10th, from 6 to 9 PM, at The Meadowview Marriott in Kingsport, Tennessee,... - October 29, 2015 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Mission Reality Presents the Golden Ticket: Join Them for a Chocolate Filled Evening Benefiting Orphans, Widows and Leprous People of India
Mission Reality Event in Odessa, TX on November 12, 2015 at 6:30 PM. - October 28, 2015 - Mission Reality
3rd Annual Lake Loop Raises Nearly $50,000 for Lake Hopatcong
More than 250 participants in the third annual Lake Loop fitness event on October 11 collectively raised more than $48,000 to help support the Lake Hopatcong and its efforts to protect and improve New Jersey’s largest lake. - October 28, 2015 - Lake Hopatcong Foundation
"Natural, Relaxed & Beyond...Our Hair…Our Stories Hair Show”
Eta Nu Sigma is offering to the public a multicultural educational show that will highlight some of the newest and most advanced approach to the professional market in salon retailing, education, and distribution. Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter believes that professionalism and education are essential to the continued success and growth of the industry. - October 27, 2015 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated
Empowered Flower Girl Offers Bullying Prevention #Tips4Teens
Empowered Flower Girl (EFG), a social enterprise on a mission to transform the way young people relate to one another, encourages students to stand up for themselves and others as the school year kicks into high gear. - October 26, 2015 - Empowered Flower Girl LLC
Safe Haven Equine Rescue and Retirement Home of Texas is Accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Safe Haven Equine Rescue and Retirement Home as of October 20, 2015. Accreditation signifies that Safe Haven... - October 25, 2015 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Educational Documentary by Tortoise and Finch Productions Challenges Stereotypes on Domestic Violence
Directed and Produced by a Domestic Violence Survivor, “You Look a Lot Like Me” Explores Social Pandemic of Intimate Partner Violence in the U.S. - October 24, 2015 - Tortoise and Finch Productions, LLC