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Apogee Launches Programs in China and Provides Awards to Four of the Nation's Most Outstanding Musicians
The Apogee Foundation, a philanthropic corporation dedicated to the development of human excellence in the performance arts, announced today that it is now implementing programs in China to identify, support, develop and promote elite performing arts talent. The Foundation kicked off its operations in the nation's capital by providing awards to the most gifted students and faculty of the Central Conservatory Music School. - October 03, 2008 - The Apogee Foundation
James River Writers Conference to Feature Emmy-Winner Kirk Ellis; Screenwriter Behind "John Adams" to Teach About Writing, Oct 10-11
Kirk Ellis, the Emmy-winning screenwriter behind HBO's "John Adams" miniseries will appear at the James River Writers annual conference. He will offer insights about the craft and business of writing. The writers conference also features top editors, literary agents and best-selling authors, including David Baldacci. Attendees will find panels to be intimate and instructive; individual meetings with literary agents are also available. The event takes place Oct 10-11 in Richmond, VA. - September 25, 2008 - James River Writers
23rd National Hispanic Women's Conference Oct.9-10 - Latina Power: Call to Action
Latinas Call to Action at the Largest Gathering of Hispanic Women in the Nation. Latina Power Expo will be open to the public both days. The Hispanic Women’s Corporation (HWC) is hosting the 23rd National Hispanic Women’s Conference and Expo on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 9-10, at the... - September 24, 2008 - Hispanic Women's Corporation
National Society of Hispanic MBAs Announces College Preparation Seminar
Third Annual ‘Education for Success’ Helps Cincinnati Hispanic High School Students Prepare for College. - September 21, 2008 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Mesa Historical Museum Teen Volunteer Training and Orientation
The Mesa Historical Museum has announced a training and orientation meeting for all potential teen museum volunteers, to be held on Saturday, September 27, 2008, at 10:00am. Teen volunteers are needed to help with the museum’s front desk, collections projects, and special events. Interested... - September 13, 2008 - Mesa Historical Society and Museum
“History Happens!” at the Mesa Historical Museum
The Mesa Historical Museum has started its first annual campaign. For over 40 years, the Mesa Historical Museum has been the leading organization in Mesa preserving and sharing who we are, where we come from and what we may become. To continue the tradition of relevant programming and expand our... - September 13, 2008 - Mesa Historical Society and Museum
IMC-USA Expresses Alarm at Anti-Christian Violence in Orissa; Demands the State and Central Governments to Act Immediately
Indian Muslim Council-USA (IMC-USA), an advocacy group working toward safeguarding India’s pluralist and tolerant ethos, denounces in the strongest terms, the ongoing massacre of Christians and the killing of the Hindutva leader in the Indian state of Orissa. According to news reports,... - August 30, 2008 - Indian Muslim Council-USA
Pacific Film Archive and the Bancroft Library Create the Film Arts Foundation Collection
The “Film Arts Collection” to Document Over 30 Years of Independent Filmmaking in the San Francisco Bay Area. - August 27, 2008 - Film Arts Foundation
The Eccentric Club’s Daring Comeback
The Eccentric Club, once an important institution in the British society, closed down in the mid-1980s, is about to make a daring comeback to the London clubland on 29th of August - this time not in Mayfair, but in Bloomsbury. - August 25, 2008 - The Eccentric Club (UK)
Sikhcess™ Launches 'Packages of Love' Campaign in Australia
Sikhcess volunteers in Australia are joining together for a common mission to help others – uniting to collect materials to assemble basic needs hygiene packages to distribute to the homeless across the continent of Australia. - August 22, 2008 - Sikhcess
National Society of Hispanic MBAs Announces First Annual Executive Perspective Event
Cincinnati NSHMBA Welcomes Distinguished Panel of Cincinnati Area Executives to Discuss “Developing a High Performance Mindset.” - July 30, 2008 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
Detention of Iranian HIV/AIDS Pioneers in Iran
Asia Society Expresses Deep Concern Over Detention of Iranian HIV/AIDS Pioneers in Iran -- Drs. Arash and Kamiar Alaei -- Asia Society Fellows - July 18, 2008 - Asia Society
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville to Hold Auditions for Upcoming Production of "Little Women" on August 10 & 11
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville (CTK) will hold auditions for the upcoming stage production of Little Women, based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott, on Sunday, August 10 from 3 PM and 5 PM and Monday, August 11 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM. Auditions will take place at The Emporium Center for Art & Culture at 100 South Gay Street in downtown Knoxville. - July 18, 2008 - Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
Portland Guadalajara Sister City Association and BodyVox Unite Through Dance on Aug. 10 to Support Jardin Portland
Today, the Portland Guadalajara Sister City Association (PGSCA) announced that Portland-based dance company BodyVox will hold a fundraising performance at the Newmark Theatre (1111 SW Broadway) in Portland on August 10 at 5 p.m. Proceeds will support the PGSCA's development of "Garden... - July 03, 2008 - Portland-Guadalajara Sister City Association
2008 National Hispanic Heritage Youth Award Recipients Announced. CSI Miami's Adam Rodriguez to Receive an Inspira Award
Hispanic Heritage Foundation Honors National Youth Awardees and Teacher Award Recipient at Special Ceremony in Kansas. CSI Miami Star Adam Rodriguez to Receive Inspira Award. On Wednesday, July 9, the Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) will be joined by national business and community leaders to... - July 03, 2008 - Hispanic Heritage Foundation
Americans for the Arts Presents the 2008 Alene Valkanas State Arts Advocacy Award to Judith Kaufman Weiner
At its annual convention in Philadelphia, Americans for the Arts, the nation's leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America, presented the 2008 Alene Valkanas State Arts Advocacy Award to Judith Kaufman Weiner, Executive Director of NYS ARTS. The award honors an individual who has dramatically affected the political landscape through arts advocacy efforts at the state level. - July 03, 2008 - NYS ARTS
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville to Premiere "Treasure Island USA"
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville will present the premiere of a new play, “Treasure Island USA,” at the Emporium Center for Arts & Culture beginning July 11. Written and directed by CTK Executive Director Zack Allen, the play is based on the classic novel “Treasure Island” with a new kid-friendly twist. Set around Charleston, S.C. during 1713, the play revolves around the well-known character Long John Silver and a gang of treasure-seeking children. - July 02, 2008 - Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
Eisen Continues Aggressive, Managed Growth Track
Greater Cincinnati integrated public relations and marketing consultancy firm Eisen Management Group has been named agency of record (AOR) for the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs. The professional organization has hired EMG to develop and implement a new communications... - June 20, 2008 - National Society of Hispanic MBAs
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
Alliance of NYS ARTS Organizations Changes Its Name to NYS ARTS
NYS ARTS announced that after 33 years it is retiring the full name The Alliance of New York State Arts Organizations and will now officially be known simply as NYS ARTS. - June 15, 2008 - NYS ARTS
UGA CEO Passes the Torch
Ursula Edwards becomes the new owner, CEO & President of the newly named Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc. About The Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc. (UGAI) The Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc. (UGAI) is a global Gospel music industry organization with a focus on the urban market. - June 10, 2008 - Urban Gospel Alliance International, Inc.
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
Experience Pioneer Life Summer Camp
Half-day summer camp at the Mesa Historical Museum. Crafts, games, and historical activities. - June 07, 2008 - Mesa Historical Society and Museum
Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association Names Honorary Lifetime President
On May 1st 2008 Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association, New Britain CT (USA) names Gianni Boscarino Honorary Lifetime President. - June 02, 2008 - Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association (GAICA)
Miss Trinidad & Tobago UK 2008, the Search Has Begun
It could be me... It could be you. Carivog International UK announces the first round of screening for participants in the 6th Miss Trinidad & Tobago UK Pageant and Cultural Show has begun. Under the patronage of the High Commission of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago to London, delegates will be selected during the month of June. The finals and cultural show will be held at The Bloomsbury Theatre, London on Saturday 20 September 2008. - May 30, 2008 - Carivog International
Join Miss World Tatana Kucharova, Tomas Bata and Many Other Distinguished Guests and Models in Czech Spring Gala Celebration of One-of-a-Kind Travel Exhibition ZliNY
On May 20th, the Czech Center New York will host a spring gala at the Museum of Arts and Design to celebrate the travel exhibition “ZliNY” and to honor Tomas Bata,91, the son of Zlin's founder, philanthropist and Chairman of the Bata Shoe Company. Zlin in New York is the most... - May 16, 2008 - Czech Center New York
Sikhcess™ Announces Launch of Its 'Community Cleanup' Campaign in the United States and the United Kingdom
Sikhcess™ volunteers in the United States and in the United Kingdom plan to spruce up neighborhood living spaces and areas, including parks, highways, schools, playgrounds, and sidewalks. - May 04, 2008 - Sikhcess
AsiaFest Austin 2008 - Schedule of Events
Network of Asian American Organizations announces the schedule of programs for AsiaFest Austin 2008. AsiaFest Austin 2008, an event celebrating the National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, will be held on May 3, 2008. The event will run from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm at the future home of Austin Asian American Resource Center at 8401, Cameron Road, Austin, TX 78754. - May 04, 2008 - Network of Asian American Organizations
AsiaFest Austin 2008 to Kick Off Celebration of National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in Austin, Texas
Come and join the celebration of National Asian Pacific American Heritage Month at AsiaFest Austin 2008 on May 3, 2008 with fun, food and entertainment. The event will be held from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm at the future home of Austin Asian American Resource Center at 8401, Cameron Road, Austin, TX... - May 01, 2008 - Network of Asian American Organizations
MSA Promotes Museums as Unique Shopping Destinations
MSA Brings Cultural Commerce and Tourism Message to Museum Directors at the American Association of Museums Annual Meeting and MuseumExpo, April 28– 30. - April 27, 2008 - Museum Store Association
MSA Launches New Publication: The Cultural Traveler
The Museum Store Association (MSA), with its partners the U.S. Cultural & Heritage Tourism Marketing Council and the Shop America Alliance, is proud to announce the launch of a new publication called The Cultural Traveler, a tourism-focused guidebook featuring the leading museum stores in North... - April 27, 2008 - Museum Store Association
Museum Store Association Presents Sallie Stutz with M Award
The Museum Store Association (MSA) has presented Sallie Stutz, vice director of merchandising at the Brooklyn Museum and former MSA board president, with the association’s highest member honor, the M Award. The M Award recognizes long-term dedication and loyalty to MSA through creativity,... - April 19, 2008 - Museum Store Association
Sikhcess™ Launches ‘Bundles of Warmth’ Campaign to Help Ease the Suffering of Australia’s Homeless
Sikhcess volunteers in Australia plan to collect and distribute blankets, jackets, and other winter clothing items to homeless and needy in Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney. - April 19, 2008 - Sikhcess
Community Music Center Fundraiser Opens Doors to the Legendary Venetian Room on May 5th to Celebrate Stephen Shapiro’s 30 Years of Leadership
On Monday, May 5th 2008, Community Music Center (CMC) will hold its annual fundraiser, A Salute to the Joy of Making Music at the Venetian Room at San Francisco’s Fairmont Hotel. Special tribute will be paid this year to Stephen R. Shapiro for his 30 years as Executive Director. Jazz vocalist... - April 02, 2008 - Community Music Center
First Gala Night at Chicago's Legendary Blackstone Hotel April 4, 2008
Following a lavish $128 million dollar renovation, Chicago's legendary Blackstone Hotel, newly restored to its original glory, is being celebrated with a roaring gala honoring philanthropist Richard H. Driehaus on Friday evening, April 4, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. with cocktails, dinner, music, dancing, a... - March 25, 2008 - The Benjamin Marshall Society
Museum Store Staff Integral to Institution Success
By encouraging high standards of professional competence and conduct, the Museum Store Association (MSA) helps retail professionals in cultural institutions better serve their organizations and the public. - March 19, 2008 - Museum Store Association
Private and Nonprofit Sector Partnership Encourages International Exchange and Cooperation
Atlas Service Corps, Inc. (Atlas Corps), a new international nonprofit organization bringing global nonprofit leaders to the United States, announces support from DuPont for its inaugural fellows program. As a founding corporate sponsor, DuPont will support 2007-08 Atlas Corps Fellow Gargi Saha... - March 12, 2008 - Atlas Service Corps, Inc.
Health & Wellness Program
"Good health is ... not just an absence of disease; it is a state of positive well-being-ness. We are not just humans who are destined to fall sick and get cured. We have been created to feel bliss continuously inside us and ecstatic lightness at the Being level. This is good health." -Paramahamsa Nithyananda. The Health & Wellness is a 2-day meditation program designed by Paramahamsa to help us reconnect with the innate intelligence of our bodies, and to allow flowering of perfect health. - March 11, 2008 - Life Bliss New York
Sikhcess™ Volunteers Distribute More Than 42,000 Meals in a Single Night in Worldwide Campaign to 'Feed the Homeless'
Global effort surpasses expectations with more than 120,000 meals distributed to-date; preparations for additional campaigns already actively underway. - March 09, 2008 - Sikhcess
A Human Holocaust Exhibit Finds Homes in a City of Institutions
It is called “ONE SOUL: When Humanity Fails” and it is currently touring New York: booked next into Grand Central Station for a week in April (14-18) as well as the Bronx Library Center (April). Utilizing museum-quality, audio/visual technology, ONE SOUL recounts a startlingly, moving... - March 08, 2008 - Afikim Foundation
Friends of Negro Spirituals to Release Oakland's First Negro Spirituals Oral Histories to Mills College and Oakland Libraries
Negro Spirituals Oral DVDs and transcripts. - March 06, 2008 - Friends of Negro Spirituals
Sikhcess™ Global ‘Feed the Homeless’ Campaign Launches in Birmingham
On Saturday 1 March 2008, a group of over 60 volunteers will prepare and distribute over 2000 food packages to local homeless shelters and community centres marking the first UK ‘Feed the Homeless’ campaign, a global initiative supported by members of the Sikh community. Volunteers... - February 11, 2008 - Sikhcess
Sikhcess™ Receives Approval as Not-for-Profit Organization in the United States
Sikhcess™, a community-service organization dedicated to promoting the basic Sikh principles of public service and equality, today announced that the Organization has received formal approval as an official not-for-profit organization by way of 501(c)3 non-profit, tax-exempt status, and as... - February 08, 2008 - Sikhcess
New Abenaki Indian Museum to Visit in Vermont
A new museum in Vermont that teaches its visitors about the Abenaki Indians. The Abenaki Indians were the first people to occupy the land now called Vermont. Learn about how they lived historically and how they are still living today. - January 25, 2008 - Abenaki Indian Museum Of Vermont
Sikhcess™ Unveils New Website to Assist Volunteers with Worldwide Initiative to ‘Feed the Homeless’ in March 2008
Sikhcess™, a community-service organization dedicated to promoting the basic Sikh principles of public service, community, and equality for mankind, today unveiled its redesigned website (www.sikhcess.com) with significantly enhanced interactive content and event-scheduling... - January 25, 2008 - Sikhcess
Portlanders Are Invited to Sponsor "A Rose in Guadalajara" as an Enduring Gift for Loved Ones This Valentine’s Day
Show support of city partnerships with an enduring gift that unites cultures. - January 19, 2008 - Portland-Guadalajara Sister City Association
Sikhcess™ Announces Launch of Sikh Community’s Global ‘Feed the Homeless’ Campaign in March 2008
Sikhcess™ to launch worldwide ’Feed the Homeless Campaign’ on March 1, 2008 with volunteers in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. - January 13, 2008 - Sikhcess
South Metro Arts Center Announces 2008-2009 Events and Programs
South Metro Arts Center presents… a symposium: Art, Culture, & the South Metro Economy on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 :: 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the South Metro Denver Realtor Association Activity Center, 7899 South Lincoln Court, Littleton, Colorado 80122. Topics include affect of art and culture on surrounding business, retail, consumer community; facilities development – design & funding; facilities management; lessons learned. $35 fee includes materials, beverages, luncheon. - January 12, 2008 - South Metro Arts Center Inc
Sikhcess™ Announces International Expansion of Sikh Community’s Efforts to Feed the Homeless
Sikhcess™ continues its community service expansion, taking off in four continents: North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. - January 04, 2008 - Sikhcess
Nonprofit Promotes Religious Tolerance and Cultural Inclusivity
It’s the time of year when many individuals create their list of things they intend to do in the New Year to improve their minds, bodies, and/or spirits. For those who resolve to be more tolerant of others or who seek to become better educated about other cultures, Common Tables, a... - December 30, 2007 - Common Tables