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Dolphin Blue Helps Close the Loop in America’s Recycling

Online Green Office Retailer Furthers Environmentally Friendly Business Practices by Joining the CarbonFree® Partner Program - September 22, 2010 - Carbonfund.org

New General Manager Announced for Anantara’s First Resort in China

Anantara Resorts and Spa’s, one of Asia Pacific’s largest hospitality companies, is proud to announce Andrew Turner as General Manager for the Anantara brand’s first property in China - Anantara Sanya Resort & Spa - due to open in 2011. Renowned as the “Hawaii of... - September 22, 2010 - Anantara Resorts & Spas

NaturCert Signs Representative Office for Spain & Andorra

NaturCert announces the appointment of Grupo Natura for providing NaturCert Certification in Spain & Andorra. - September 22, 2010 - NaturCert E.E.

Porter’s Digital Cameras and Imaging Announces Theme for September’s Photo Contest – Sponsored by Tamron Digital Camera Lenses

Porter’s Digital Cameras and Imaging (www.porters.com) announces the theme for the September 2010 Photo Calendar Contest. For September the theme will be “Fairs and Festivals.” - September 22, 2010 - Porter’s Digital Cameras and Imaging

Acquisition of Travel Sense DK

The Sport Division of TUI Travel PLC’s Specialist & Activity Sector has acquired 85% of Travel Sense DK, the Danish sports tour business. Operating since 2002, Travel Sense’s sport product range includes football tours, Olympics and the NFL. The current management team will remain... - September 22, 2010 - TUI Travel PLC

Junior League of Long Island Hosts Fourth Annual Coat Extravaganza

The Junior League of Long Island (JLLI) will be holding its fourth annual Coat Extravaganza starting September 25, 2010, at its Roslyn Village Thrift Shop. New and gently-worn coats for children and adults will be available for purchase at greatly reduced prices. Proceeds from JLLI’s Coat... - September 22, 2010 - The Junior League of Long Island

Auto Show Raises $10K for Charity Serving the Blind

The Middletown Lions Club raised nearly $10,000 at their 5th Annual Auto Show & Motorcycle Meet on Saturday, September 18th to benefit the New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of the blind and visually impaired in NJ. This year is NJBCA's 100th Anniversary. - September 22, 2010 - New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.

CT REIA Announces the (7th Annual) 2010 New England Real Estate Investors Conference and Trade Show from October 29 to 31

On October 29 to 31, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. will be hosting the (7th Annual) 2010 New England Real Estate Investors Conference & Trade Show in Meriden, CT. This event is designed for new and experienced real estate investors. - September 22, 2010 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA

Huskies Reach 100 Year Old Sailing Ship Locked in Ice

Aqua-Firma are offering a truly authentic Arctic experience onboard a classic schooner in Spitsbergen, providing exciting opportunities for dog sledding and the chance to witness some spectacular polar landscapes and fascinating wildlife. - September 22, 2010 - Aqua-Firma Worldwide Ltd

IOSH Managing Safely Course Success for Lavendon

Lavendon Access Services is strengthening its health and safety culture further still by requiring all managers to take the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) Managing Safely course. Delivered in-house by its own training and education department, the Lavendon Academy, the IOSH... - September 22, 2010 - Lavendon Access Services

Gulf Coast Venture Forum to Hold Investor & Entrepreneur Education Events to Kick-Off 2010/2011 Season

The Gulf Coast Venture Forum, in conjunction with the Florida Venture Forum and the Tamiami Angel Fund, will hold its annual kick-off events for the 2010/11 season in both Naples and Sarasota. - September 22, 2010 - Tamiami Angel Fund I

Rapid City Convention & Visitors Bureau Awards Athletic Director with Black Hills Hero Award for Attracting Thousands to Rapid City

Darren Paulson receives the Black Hill Hero Award for securing more than one million dollars in visitor spending. - September 22, 2010 - Rapid City Convention & Visitors Bureau

Friends for Life, a Seattle Children’s Guild, Increases Pediatric Oncology Research Fundraising and Raises Awareness About Childhood Cancer

Friends for Life, a Seattle Children’s Hospital Guild, announces the new 2010 hand-blown glass ornament and reminds everyone that Seattle Children’s conducts ground-breaking childhood cancer research. Ornaments will be sold at the upcoming Friends for Life Fallfest at Finaghty’s Irish Pub and Restaurant in Snoqualmie, Wash. on Sat., Sept. 25 from 11 am until 6 pm. The event features the band Recess Monkey which performs at 2 pm. For more information, please visit http://www.FriendsGuild.org. - September 22, 2010 - Friends for Life

YAF Supports Maryland Store Owner in Spat Over “Offensive” T-Shirts Supporting Arizona

“Maryland Stands With Arizona” Shirts Called Derogatory and Offensive by Mall Management - September 22, 2010 - Young Americans for Freedom--Maryland State Chapter

Fly Free to Jackson Hole This Winter, Jackson Hole Central Reservations

After substantial success during the 2009/2010 winter season, Jackson Hole, Wyoming announces it will renew its “4th Flies Free” program again this year. - September 22, 2010 - Jackson Hole Central Reservations

Motorcoach Council Eligible for $250,000 Pepsi Refresh Project Grant

If awarded the grant, the Motorcoach Council will create a national public awareness campaign to demonstrate the tangible ways in which traveling by motorcoach reduces green house gas emissions and congestion on our nation’s roadways, and reduces the risks associated with climate change. Beginning in October, the public can vote daily for the Council's grant idea at www.RefreshEverything.com/GetMotorcoachified. - September 22, 2010 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.

At Quikbook.com, Risk-Free Hotel Reservations Are Up 27% Over Previous Year

Risk-free hotel reservations on Quikbook.com attract travelers with ever-changing travel plans. - September 22, 2010 - Quikbook.com

Chicago Real Estate Firm Dream Town Realty Adds New Agents This Summer

Dream Town Realty hired dozens of new agents over the summer, including Dana Dinello who joined the agency in July. Ms. Dinello is a fulltime Chicago realtor offering buyer and seller services to clients. - September 22, 2010 - Dream Town Realty

Professor Souran Manoochehri of Stevens Elected ASME Fellow

Dr. Souran Manoochehri, Professor of Mechnical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been selected a Fellow in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. This prestigious honor recognizes significant achievements and contributions to the engineering profession. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology

Dr. Yi Guo Synchronizes Semiconductor Laser Arrays at Stevens with NSF Grant

The National Science Foundation has announced funding for Dr. Yi Guo’s research at Stevens into a rigorous mathematical approach to the analysis and control of coupled semiconductor laser systems using principles of collective behavior. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology

2010 Taste of the Islands Website Launched

The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) launched a website for its 2010 Taste of the Islands event, www.tastesanibelcaptiva.com. - September 22, 2010 - Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife

Paul R. Martel, President of YHB Investment Advisors Recognized as Honoree at Community Leadership Awards Hosted by Invest in Others Charitable Foundation & Investnews

Paul R. Martel Receives $15,000 for Clinica Dulce Refugio in Ecuador Paul R. Martel of YHB Investment Advisors, Inc. in West Hartford, CT was recognized as the honoree of the Community Leadership Award for Global Community Impact for his work with his children’s clinic, Clinica Dulce... - September 22, 2010 - YHB Investment Advisors

The Cove of Lake Geneva Donates to Gives Kids the World

This summer The Cove of Lake Geneva hosted Ice Cream Socials every Saturday at the resort in benefit of the foundation, Give Kids the World. - September 22, 2010 - Geneva Hospitality

The Baltimore B & O Museum "Choo Chooses" the Casey Cares Foundation as Their Charity of Choice

The Casey Cares Foundation is proud to announce that the Baltimore B & O Railroad Museum has chosen the Casey Cares Foundation to be their charity of choice from now through 2011. Each year the B & O Railroad Museum adopts a charity as part of their effort to give back to the community. The... - September 21, 2010 - Casey Cares Foundation

The Chairmen’s Roundtable Partners with Entrepreneurs’ Organization

EO San Diego and CRT team up to support local business community - September 21, 2010 - Chairmen's RoundTable

Photographer Launches New Photo Education Site

Plano portrait artist Larry Lourcey has launched a new photo education website to help photographers better their craft. The site will feature everything from video tutorials to book recommendations. - September 21, 2010 - Lourcey Photography

Is Your Pet Sitter Insured and Bonded? Time to Go Pet Care Llc Stresses They Should Be.

Pet Sitters International and Business Insurers of the Carolinas partner to stress the importance of hiring professional pet sitters - September 21, 2010 - Time To Go Pet Care LLC

Ava Gardner Museum Offers Free Admission on Smithsonian Magazine's 6th Annual Museum Day

Visitors must print Museum Day Admission Card to gain free entry - September 21, 2010 - Ava Gardner Museum

Tree Toppers of San Antonio Celebrates 35 Years in Business

Founded by President Bennie Bain, a Texas native, Tree Toppers of San Antonio worked hard to become one of San Antonio's top tree service companies - September 21, 2010 - Tree Toppers of San Antonio

Sandy K. Baruah to Keynote TiECon Midwest 2010

Detroit Regional Chamber President Will Discuss Future for Michigan’s Businesses - September 21, 2010 - TiE Detroit

IIMSAM Official Hopes World Summit on MDGs Would Craft New Proportions in Achieving the Targets

IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud wished that World Summit on United Nations Millennium Development Goals shall pave new dimension and renewed commitment from governments towards ensuring the accomplishment of laid targets which are of utmost importance for humanity - September 21, 2010 - Dr. Naseer Homoud

Yampu.com Announces Special Discounts on All 2010 Highlight Travel Tours

The discount allows travelers who book before September 30, 2010 to save up to $600 on their vacation tour package. - September 21, 2010 - Yampu.com

Memphis Music Commission Launch CD & Cookbook to Fund Musicians Healthcare Plan

Many musicians do not have access to employer-subsidized health care. In an effort to assist, the Memphis Music Commission offers the Memphis Musicians Healthcare Plan through the Church Health Center. The program is self-funded and to keep it alive, the Music Commission has created "A Taste of Memphis Music: The Cookbook" and CD. Proceeds from the sale of the Cookbook and CD will benefit the Musicians Healthcare Plan. The cookbook is $25, the CD $10, and both sell as a combo for $30. - September 21, 2010 - Memphis Music Comission

Organizations Unite Worldwide for Historical Peace Day

Tuesday September 21st is Peace Day, the internationally recognized annual day of non-violence and cease-fire declared by the United Nations. Peace in Our Lifetime is helping to unite organizations worldwide by hosting events around the planet to bring awareness to the observance of this Peace Day, 2010. - September 20, 2010 - Peace In Our Lifetime

Petcaskets.com Launches Its Website and New Line of Eco-Friendly Caskets & Funeral Products for Pets: Redefining Dignity for Precious Pets

Pets are important members of the family, and nothing can replace the years of love, dedication and companionship they provide. The Petcaskets.com staff is committed to helping pet owners find the most appropriate method for laying to rest a beloved friend. Petcaskets.com offers a complete line of pet funeral products, including caskets and other items. Monuments, markers, urns, memorials and a line of jewelry will be available soon. - September 20, 2010 - Petcaskets.com

Luxury Travel Vietnam Opens Adventure Travel Tours

Luxury Travel Vietnam Put Adventure Travel Tours on Sale. - September 20, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd

The Founders Fund, Inc. Completes Production of Mission Statement Video

The video includes footage from the Annual Scholarship Reception, giving viewers a closer look at the Collier County students receiving scholarships from The Founders Fund. - September 20, 2010 - The Founders Fund, Inc.

Testing Shows Dynacycle Oil Provides Better Engine Protection Than Amsoil MCV

Dynacycle Oils Superior Engine Protection Reduces Engine Friction Thus Increasing Horsepower and Torque. - September 20, 2010 - Dynacycle Oil

NAWBO San Diego October Seminar Focuses on Charisma

NAWBO San Diego's seminar series will continue on October 8 with a presentation from Cynthia Burnham, Powerful Presence: Charisma for Immediate Impact. - September 20, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego

GlobeSt.com & Distressed Assets Investor, Named Media Partners at Knowledge Congress' Distressed Asset and Real Estate Event on 10/13/10

GlobeSt.com & Distressed Assets Investor will be Knowledge Congress’ media partners for its upcoming webcast entitled: “Understanding Distressed Asset and Real Estate: The New Paradigm”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for October 13, 2010, Wednesday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. - September 19, 2010 - The Knowledge Group

Jackie Chan Supports the International Day of Peace, the Global Internet Broadcast by 'Peace Day TV,' Raising Awareness of the UN Agreed Ceasefire

Jackie Chan supports Peace Day, The UN International Day of Peace September 21st 2010 and the Broadcast by Peace Day TV and Peace in OUR Lifetime. http://www.jackiechan.com - September 19, 2010 - Peace In Our Lifetime

A Quiet Journey Counseling Becomes Verified by the Online Therapy Institute

Demand is increasing for holistic health care, as more people seek an alternative to the traditional model of medicine. Bethesda’s newest mental health resource, A Quiet Journey Counseling, uses a whole person approach to mental health. Counselor Tom Tsakounis, a Licensed Counselor, uses a... - September 19, 2010 - Online Therapy Institute

RealUp.com Partners with ORION to Display Prudential Real Estate Listings

RealUp, an online commercial real estate service, has worked with ORION Commercial Services, LLC to upload property listings from affiliates of the Prudential Real Estate Network. The Prudential Real Estate listings will be added to the existing database of properties that are accessible to... - September 19, 2010 - RealUp.com

Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center Presents: Learning to Listen to Israeli and Palestinian Stories

As Israeli and Palestinian officials resume direct peace talks over the coming year, listening, more than talking, may be the key to their success or failure. This discussion will highlight the challenging and often contradictory stories Palestinians and Israelis shared with a 24-person interfaith... - September 19, 2010 - Thousand Waves Martial Arts & Self-Defense Center, NFP

Green Irene Founder Caballero Receives Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Recognition in Nation’s Capital

Event showcases Latinos leading the way in green economy in areas of climate change, energy independence and a green, healthy environment - September 19, 2010 - Green Irene LLC

Nu Yale Cleaners Wins 2010 GLI Incredible Award for Greening/Sustainability

Nu Yale Cleaners wins 2010 GLI Incredible award for Greening/Sustainability at the GLI annual celebration of small business awards luncheon held at the Galt House. - September 19, 2010 - Nu Yale Cleaners

BodyLase Skin Spa Participates in SpaFinder Deal Days Offering Up to 50 Percent Discount

Karen Albright, president of BodyLase Skin Spa (http://www.getbodylase.com), has announced that the medspa will offer a week of special treatment discounts as part of SpaFinder Fall Deal Days from Monday, Sept. 20 through Sunday, Sept. 26. The following discounts will be offered at both the Raleigh... - September 19, 2010 - BodyLase

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