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Turn Any Song Into Art for a Custom Wedding Gift with cNoteART’s New Fine Art Series
Whether the song is by Coldplay, Frank Sinatra or the Red Hot Chili Peppers, turn a couple’s song into fine art for a customized wedding gift. - March 26, 2010 - cNoteART
Florida Man Strives to Build a Better Life for Cameroonians by Starting a Charitable Project at Congressional District Programs
Now that he’s a successful US citizen, David Puwol has made a vow to help the impoverished back in his homeland in West Africa by establishing a charitable program called "Community Involvement Improvement Program." - March 25, 2010 - CDP
cNoteART Founder to Discuss Stem Cell Transplants, Synesthesia and Turning Music Into Art at Colgate University
Erik Rosen of cNoteART will discuss the origins and entrepreneurial challenges of turning music into art. In particular, he will discuss the opportunities and challenges of creating art from such diverse musicians as Bob Marley, Elvis Presley, George Gershwin and Lady Gaga. - March 25, 2010 - cNoteART
Elvis Presley’s Song “Heartbreak Hotel” Turned Into Modern Art
cNoteART will produce 100 Archival, Limited Edition cNote Prints of Elvis Presley’s Song “Heartbreak Hotel.” - March 24, 2010 - cNoteART
Pacific Wing Chun Kung Fu Association Classes Are Available in Kailua Kona and in Waikoloa. Mook Yan Jong Training Now Available, by Invitation Only.
Pacific Wing Chun Kung Fu Association classes are available in Kailua Kona and Waikoloa on the Big Island of Hawaii. M-F in Kailua Kona, and Saturday in Waikoloa. Mook Yan Jong Training will now be available in Waikoloa by Sifu invitation only. - March 22, 2010 - Pacific Wing Chun Kung Fu Association
The Beatles’ Song “Hey Jude” Turned Into Modern Art
cNoteART will produce 100 Archival, Limited Edition cNOTE Prints of The Beatles’ song, “Hey Jude.” - March 21, 2010 - cNoteART
U2’s Song “One” Turned Into Modern Art
cNoteART will produce 100 Archival, Limited Edition cNOTE Prints of U2’s song, “One.” - March 20, 2010 - cNoteART
Going for Baroque: Titusville Presbyterian to Host Organ Concert May 2
Organist Andrew Henderson of New York's Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church will perform works by the Baroque masters such as Handel, J.S. Bach, Tallis and Purcell. Highlights will include a suite from Handel's "Water Music," J.S. Bach's "Toccata and Fugue in C major," and a suite of Purcell's "Trumpet Tunes," as well as congregational singing of Baroque hymn tunes. - March 19, 2010 - First Presbyterian Church of Titusville
Bob Marley’s “Redemption Song” Turned Into Modern Art
cNoteART will produce 100 Archival, Limited Edition cNOTE Prints of Bob Marley’s song, “Redemption Song.” - March 19, 2010 - cNoteART
Louis Armstrong’s “What a Wonderful World” Featured in cNoteART’s Inaugural cNOTE (100) SERIES
cNoteART will produce 100 Archival, Limited Edition cNOTE Prints of Louis Armstrong’s song, “What a Wonderful World.” - March 18, 2010 - cNoteART
Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance” Featured in cNoteART’s Inaugural cNOTE (100) SERIES
cNoteART will produce 100 Archival, Limited Edition cNOTE Prints of Lady Gaga’s song, “Bad Romance.” - March 17, 2010 - cNoteART
American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) Presents Out of This World a Centennial Celebration - Eugene Von Bruenchenhein
The American Visionary Art Museum AVAM announces a year-long centennial celebration of visionary artist Eugene Von Bruenchenhein. AVAM is dedicated to production of yearly, thematic exhibitions that provide an ideal forum for public exploration of all the grand themes that have inspired human... - March 12, 2010 - American Visionary Art Museum
Historic Chicago Photo Organization Hosts International Photography Competition
In honor of its 115th anniversary, Fort Dearborn-Chicago Photo Forum is hosting an international photography competition and print exhibit. Photographers from 62 countries from around the globe have visited its website. - March 07, 2010 - Fort Dearborn-Chicago Photo Forum
Major Contemporary Mosaic Art Exhibition at Navy Pier
See the beauty of contemporary fine art mosaics at Navy Pier in the Smith Museum of Stained Glass, now through April 30, 2010. - March 05, 2010 - Society of American Mosaic Artists
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
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
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
UK Premiere of “Exit No. 6” Will be Held at the University of Cambridge
The Taipei Representative Office (TRO) in the UK, in conjunction with the University of Cambridge, is pleased to invite the movie-lovers to the UK premiere of the film “Exit No. 6” at the Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies at 2.00pm on Thursday the 18th of March 2010. The... - March 04, 2010 - Taipei Representative Office in the UK
Business in Japan Announces Business in Japan Night at the Shin-Marunouchi Building on April 7, 2010
World's largest networking group for English-speaking professionals looking to do business in, with, and/or related to Japan announces follow-up event to Japan's largest general networking event - March 03, 2010 - Business in Japan
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
Ava Gardner Museum Honors Kathryn Grayson Through Memorial Tribute
For the month of March 2010, the Ava Gardner Museum in Smithfield, NC will feature a memorial tribute honoring the life and career of Kathryn Grayson. - February 28, 2010 - Ava Gardner Museum
cNoteArt Turns Michael Jackson/Lionel Richie Song “We Are The World” Into Fine Art for Haiti Earthquake Relief
cNoteArt is donating the proceeds from a Special Collector’s Edition cNote (musical image) of the Michael Jackson / Lionel Richie’s song, “We Are The World,” to Haitian earthquake relief charities. - February 18, 2010 - cNoteART
New Chelsea Gallery Gives Emerging Artists Unprecedented Opportunities During Economic Downturn
571 Projects promotes dynamic emerging and mid-career artists through rotating single-artist shows. In an effort to participate in sustaining the work of significant artists, 571 Projects is creating a forum at a time when established contemporary galleries are diminishing their stable of artists. 571 Projects is currently featuring New Orleans artist Jan Gilbert in her New York debut. The Closing Reception for this current show will take place on March 18, 6-9pm. - February 15, 2010 - 571 Projects
Multi-Sensory Puppetry with “Green” Lesson at Long Island Children’s Museum
The Puppet State Theatre Company of Edinburgh, Scotland will present their only NY area performances at the Long Island Children’s Museum Theatre on Saturday, February 27 at 1 and 3 p.m. The internationally acclaimed theater company will present The Man Who Planted Trees, an inspirational... - February 14, 2010 - Long Island Children's Museum
Nonprofit Planeterra Mobilizes Community Relief Efforts in Wake of Flooding in Peru
Planeterra Appeals to Concerned Groups and Individuals to Make Online Donations to Peru Flood Relief and If Traveling to Cusco Bring Essential Items, Clothing and Food - February 13, 2010 - Planeterra Foundation
Author to Present Evidence of Son's Past Life as WWII Fighter Pilot at Courageous Souls Conference at Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
Robert Schwartz and Bruce Leininger, pioneering researchers of the phenomena of pre-birth planning and past-life recall, will share distinctive viewpoints on the meaning of past-life memories and present-life challenges, and the roles they play in our current and future lives. - February 12, 2010 - Edgar Cayce's A.R.E.
The Principle of Limited Government to be Discussed at Monthly Gathering of Freedom & Virtue Institute
The Freedom & Virtue Institute will hold its monthly gathering, called the Hour of Freedom, this Thursday, February 11 at 5:30 p.m. at The Forest Country Club in south Fort Myers. The Hour of Freedom is an informal gathering for individuals who believe in the principles of a free society as... - February 10, 2010 - Freedom & Virtue Institute
TEFL Institute’s Summer Abroad Experience – Not Just for College Students
TEFL Institute's summer abroad experience offers native English speakers the chance to see the world and have the adventure of a lifetime. The Chile and Spain summer programs are excellent ways to immerse oneself in an exotic and foreign culture and provide English language instruction to eager learners. - February 07, 2010 - TEFL Institute
Visual Voices Art Exhibit Returns to Schuster Center
KeyBank African-American Arts Festival honors Dayton visual artists. - February 04, 2010 - Victoria Theatre Association
Chinese New Year Offers Reason to Celebrate and Teach Overseas Through TEFL Institute
TEFL Institute of Chicago, IL joins China, Asia and the world in celebrating the Chinese New Year. TEFL Institute encourages people to embrace Chinese heritage and culutre and learn about teaching opportunities in Shanghai. - February 03, 2010 - TEFL Institute
Aikido Celebration 2011: President's Day Weekend 2011
The public celebration of the 50th anniversary of the first and only visit made to Hawaii by Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of Aikido, will be held on President's Day weekend 2011 in Honolulu, Hawaii. - February 03, 2010 - Aikido Sangenkai
TEFL Institute Supports the Relief Effort to Haiti
TEFL Institute is proud to support the Haiti relief effort and encourages others throughout the world to do what they can. The natural disaster raises important questions for travelers. - January 24, 2010 - TEFL Institute
Tamika & Friends Spearheads Congressional Lobbying Effort on Behalf of Cervical Cancer Awareness and Prevention
On Wednesday, January 27, 2010, Tamika & Friends hosts a Congressional Briefing on Cervical Cancer at the Rayburn House Office Building, Room B-339, Washington, D.C. The event, which is free and open to the public, is slated to run from at 8:30 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. Then, a group discussion focused on talking points for members of Congress follows. Lobbying for cervical cancer funding and screening commences in the afternoon. - January 23, 2010 - Tamika & Friends, Inc.
Twentieth Anniversary of Ava Gardner’s Death January 25th
Although it may seem not that long ago, Monday, January 25th marks 20 years since the passing of Ava Gardner. Ava Lavinia Gardner died at age 67 in London, England on January 25, 1990. Ava spent the last 35 years of her life abroad, moving to London in 1968. During all her years abroad, Ava... - January 20, 2010 - Ava Gardner Museum
The Ava Gardner Museum and The Clayton Center Partner to Bring the Short Circuit Traveling Film Festival to Clayton for the Third Year
An Afternoon of Film. - January 12, 2010 - Ava Gardner Museum
Love the Place You Live Promotes the Power of Place with New Website
LTPYL.com is a movement and a philosophy dedicated to empowering people to show love for the place where they live. Using state flags, some of the most traditional icons of our country are reintroduced in a way that appeals to many. State flags speak a visual language. LTPYL refines that language with a modern voice that refreshes its meaning. - January 08, 2010 - Love The Place You Live
TEFL Institute's Teaching Abroad Programs – The Adventure of a Lifetime
TEFL Institute has expanded its suite of services. The company’s success comes during a season when more and more people are realizing their professional ambitions lie in destinations outside the United States. TEFL Institute has attracted a growing number of candidates due in part to the... - January 06, 2010 - TEFL Institute
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
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
Rainforest Alliance Join Forces with Gap Adventures and Planeterra to Promote Responsible Business Practices
New Partnership to Expand Opportunities for Sustainable Tourism Companies in Costa Rica. - December 14, 2009 - Planeterra Foundation
Bonita Springs Non-Profit Institute Defends Freedom at Local Level
A newly formed organization called the Freedom & Virtue Institute (FVI) is teaching the principles of a free society and applying practical strategies to advocate the ideas of America’s founding fathers. - December 13, 2009 - Freedom & Virtue Institute
Journalism Internship Opportunities in Washington, D.C. on the Rise
Industry Woes Benefit College Journalism Students Looking for summer Internships in Nation’s Capital - December 11, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
Vanguard University’s Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) to Hold the Global Awareness Fair
Companies involved in ethical business practices will be showcased at the Global Awareness Fair, held by Vanguard University’s Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) team. This project features walk-through exhibitions of various socially responsible companies and will be held at The Camp in Costa Mesa (2937 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA) on December 6, 2009 from 12-3 PM. - December 03, 2009 - Vanguard University SIFE
Voluntourism Travelers’ Donations Raise Funds for a New Haven for Children Threatened by Homelessness and Poverty in Cuzco, Peru
Planeterra’s “Project Cuzco Kids” Will Provide Volunteer Opportunities for Adventure Tour Participants Exploring Peru's Machu Picchu and Sacred Valley. - December 03, 2009 - Planeterra Foundation
Mission City Opera Premieres Michael Taylor's New Opera "Truce of Carols"
On Dec. 5-6, 2009, Santa Clara's Mission City Opera performs the company's first new opera premiere: "Truce of Carols," a one-act opera in English and German, with libretto and music by the company's Associate Conductor Michael Taylor. Based in part on Stanley Weintraub's 2001 book, "Silent Night – the Story of the Christmas Truce," "Truce of Carols" tells the story of the spontaneous 1914 WWI Christmas ceasefire. - December 01, 2009 - Mission City Opera
John Strasberg Lectures on Training Actors and the Creative Process
As part of Accidental Repertory Theater's "Living Room Series," Artistic Director John Strasberg offers two lectures on acting and the creative process, December 3 and 10, 8pm, at John Strasberg Studios, 555 Eighth Avenue, Suite 403, New York City. - November 28, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
Thanksgiving Just Got a Little Healthier
Nourishing USA fed over 1000 people healthy meals this Thanksgiving - November 28, 2009 - Nourishing USA
Ellis Island: Where It Began and Where It Ended
German Americans were interned during WWII at the same time and in the same camps as Japanese Americans. The internment of German-Americans began on December 8, 1941 on Ellis Island and this date is being commemorated this year with a conference on the island under the title: Ellis Island: Where It Began and Where It Ended. - November 24, 2009 - German World Alliance