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Luxury Travel Group Offers Early Bird Pampering Thailand Deals
Luxury Travel Group (www.LuxuryThailandTravel.com) offers early bird pampering Thailand deals - January 14, 2010 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Ameriprise Financial Awards $15,000 Grant to National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Grant will support programs and services for people with MS and research for a cure. - January 14, 2010 - National MS Society, Southern California Chapter
Reefs to Rockies Now Offering Swimming with Whale Shark Options in Two Vastly Different Destinations
Reefs to Rockies (http://www.reefstorockies.com/) is a boutique tour operator specializing in customized itineraries to destinations famous for their wildlife and biodiversity. These “biodiversity hotspots” offer travelers unparalleled opportunities to view wildlife in their natural environments. - January 14, 2010 - Reefs to Rockies
HSBCAMPS and HSBCARES Partner with Non-Profit HOOPS 4 HOPE to Further Empower Youth in Disadvantaged Communities
HSBCAMPS Staff Join in the Fundraising Effort, Prepare for a Trip to South Africa in Summer 2010. - January 14, 2010 - HSBCAMPS
Double Edge Sword Records Announce New Project for 2010
After a feature on the Holy Hip Hop Volume 5 and the praise worthy album release “We Live Praise” JayMay returns from a two year hiatus just as the frost settles for “The Winter Classics EP”. This six song recording captivates energy and passion that demand the attention of... - January 14, 2010 - Double Edge Sword Records
Official Launch of the BoatPinellas.com Network – The Only Interactive Waterway for Pinellas County
BoatPinellas.com is a free online network for local boaters and boat enthusiasts that contains boat related news, upcoming events, marine classifieds, boater business directory, discussion forums, groups, blogs, videos, and photos. - January 13, 2010 - BoatFlorida.com
Cosmetic Bliss Offer Gastric Balloon Weight Loss Procedure
Cosmetic Bliss, the U.K. Weight Loss Surgery specialists have announced that they are now able to offer patients the Heliosphere Air-Filled Intragastric Balloon weight loss programme at their partner hospital Nemocnice Breclav in the Czech Republic. The price (full package including support, flights, accommodation etc and removal after 6 months is only £3,400 (3,990 euro) - January 13, 2010 - Cosmetic Bliss
China Oceanis Philippines Appoints Legaspi as Hotel GM
Former Director of Sales and Marketing promoted to lead the opening of the first aquarium-themed hotel in the Philippines. - January 13, 2010 - Hotel H2O
Rev. Denny Finnegan Releases New Small Group Study - Foundations: Understanding Prayer Ministry
This cutting edge 13 week small group study focused on different types of prayer ministry will energize and strengthen your existing prayer team, or help you and your church establish one. Foundations - Understanding Prayer Ministry is available at http://www.dennyfinnegan.com. - January 13, 2010 - Rev. Denny Finnegan, Prayer Coach
Pro Energy Consultants Helps Homeowners Understand Which Home Energy Audit is Best
Homeowners can choose from various types of home energy audits: a do-it-yourselfer, a free or low-cost one from the utility company, or one by a professional. All can offer some degree of benefits, but according to Pro Energy Consultants, the only way to truly solve a homeowner’s pain due to discomfort or high-energy bills is with a professional home energy audit. - January 13, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Metal vs. Wood/Wood vs. Metal at The Cathedral Gallery
The Crucible’s art gallery in Oakland’s historic Cathedral Building announces its first exhibition of the new year. “Metal vs. Wood/ Wood vs. Metal” is a group exhibition “showdown” featuring new works of art of metal and/or wood. Encompassing a diversity of techniques, such as joinery, carving, turning, welding, forging, pouring, and machining, Metal vs. Wood showcases work that pushes the boundaries of what these materials have to offer. Opening Reception January 21st 6-9PM. - January 13, 2010 - The Crucible
The Crucible Forges a Stronger Organization in 2010
After a decade of making industrial and fine art accessible to the Bay Area, Founder Michael Sturtz transitions to Creative Director, as Kathleen Brown comes on board as Interim Executive Director. - January 13, 2010 - The Crucible
Leading Home Energy Auditing Company Announces New Guarantee
Pro Energy Consultants’ new guarantee promises homeowners they won’t have to pay a penny if they don’t feel the company’s customized, diagnostic home energy audit will successfully evaluate their home’s performance. Based on the customer’s needs, the home energy audit will either pinpoint which improvements will be the most cost-effective for maximizing a home’s energy efficiency or verify the home is already energy efficient. - January 13, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Every Kid Deserves to Hold a Frog
Tree Frog Treks would like 25,000 children in the San Francisco Bay Area to hold a frog, gecko, tortoise, snake, lizard, or bug. The purpose of this goal is to get children in touch with the environment and to create critical thinkers who will work to save, preserve, and maintain our home. The fate... - January 13, 2010 - Tree Frog Treks
Revolution Radio is Now "The Revolution" on Television. Due to Popularity in St. Louis, MO on Prime Time Radio The Revolution is Seeking Advertisers for TV on CTN Network
The Revolution is a regional, independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) Evangelistic Association offering Paid advertisements that are usually tax deductible on their new TV program to be closed captioning sponsors. "The Revolution" being an upstart TV program is offering well below cost prices as low as $100 a month for Television (times 3 months) = $300 giving advertisers a total of 8 TV shows a month for a total of 24 aired episodes with their sponsored logo, verbal name mention, & credits listing. - January 13, 2010 - The Revolution Evangelistic Association
Texas Self Storage Association Donates Funds to Shriners Children’s Hospital in Galveston
TSSA presented a check for almost $33,000 benfiting the Shriners Children's Hospital in Galveston, Texas for the treatment of critically burned children. - January 13, 2010 - Texas Self Storage Association
Micki Nelson, MWH Named to CSIA Board
Micki Nelson, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, MWH is named to the CSIA, Board of Directors - January 13, 2010 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
Dan Ruderman to Speak at 2010 Council on Litigation Management Conference
Dan Ruderman, Account Executive at LexisNexis, has been selected to speak at the 2010 Annual Conference of the Council on Litigation Management (CLM). Mr. Ruderman is slated to speak on the topic “Matter management: what it means for claims and claims legal professionals.” The... - January 13, 2010 - Council on Litigation Management
Robert T. Horst to Speak at 2010 Council on Litigation Management Conference
Robert T. Horst, Partner at Nelson Levine deLuca & Horst, LLC, has been selected to speak at the 2010 Annual Conference of the Council on Litigation Management (CLM). Mr. Horst is slated to speak on the topic “Preventing and Defending Bad Faith Claims: Current Trends and... - January 13, 2010 - Council on Litigation Management
Andrew Jones to Speak at 2010 Council on Litigation Management Conference
Andrew Jones, an attorney at Southern California Edison, has been selected to speak at the 2010 Annual Conference of the Council on Litigation Management (CLM). Mr. Jones is slated to speak on the topic “Best Practices for Managing Deposition Value and Minimizing Deposition... - January 13, 2010 - Council on Litigation Management
Science Teachers Conference Gets Boost from Chevron Corporation
Chevron Corporation has made a significant financial contribution to Texas Teachers. The Science Teachers Association of Texas announced Chevron as the presenting sponsor of the Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching to be held November 11-13, 2010 in Houston, Texas. - January 13, 2010 - Science Teachers Association of Texas
DC Family Helped by Local Baltimore Charity to be Featured on "the Oprah Winfrey Show" Thursday, Jan. 14
In 2003, after being diagnosed with a brain tumor at the age of six, Eric Ware underwent chemo and radiation treatments at Children’s National Medical Center. He and his family participated in many Casey Cares programs to keep their spirts up. Unfortunately, Eric lost his battle, and Aaron struggled to go on. His wise pediatrician prescribed something unusual for Aaron. That story will be featured on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" this Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010. - January 13, 2010 - Casey Cares Foundation
iTrip.net Closes Out 2009 with a Strong Presence in 10 Markets: Plans for 10 New Markets in 2010
Despite the tough economic climate faced by many businesses in 2009, iTrip.net, a full-service, web-based vacation rental management system has grown its presence both online and in the markets it currently holds, including Sandestin, Panama City, Orlando, South Walton Beach and Perdido Key in... - January 13, 2010 - iTrip
Beauty Bar Announces Plans to Open in Portland, Oregon’s Old Town District in Early 2010
Portland, Oregon will be the next location of the renowned Beauty Bar nightclubs. - January 13, 2010 - Beauty Bar Portland
NASA Administrator Bolden Stresses Importance of Inspiration & Education
Remarks made during keynote address at American Astronomical Society Meeting: NASA Administrator Charles F. Bolden, Jr. stressed the importance of inspirational space exploration missions and education during his keynote address at the American Astronomical Society’s national meeting in Washington, DC on January 6. - January 13, 2010 - Challenger Center for Space Science Education
Yats Leisure Reports Three New Concerns in Recent Survey on Companies Selecting Venue for Company Outing in 2010
Yats Leisure conducted a survey of HR and Office Managers of 100 companies asking them to name the top three concerns when selecting a venue for this year's company outing. Security tops the list. - January 13, 2010 - Yats Leisure
Pictorescue Launches New Website for Affordable Image Enhancement Services
Pictorescue, an innovative provider of image retouching and restoration services, launches a new website for both consumers and photography professionals - January 13, 2010 - Pictorescue
Aurora Travel Vietnam Towards Business Expansion at REISELIV and FITUR Fairs
Aurora Travel, the most respected Tour Operator in Vietnam, will be attending the REISELIV and FITUR Fairs to be held in January in Norway and Spain respectively. - January 13, 2010 - Aurora Travel
NPSA Launches Annual Membership Drive
The National Portable Storage Association is calling for portable storage container companies and vendors to join forces with the industry's exclusive membership organization in 2010. - January 13, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
Free After-School Program Positively Touches the Lives of Over 25,000 students
Free after-school dance program has worked with over 25, 000 at-risk students in the US to teach the expressive art-form of dance. Students join the 10- or 20-week program for free, perform for their school and are eligible for ongoing scholarships. - January 13, 2010 - D.A.R.E. Dance
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Hosts 2010 Inaugural Ball
Raymond Larcher, executive vice president of Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), announced that the association will host the 2010 Inaugural Ball on Friday, Jan. 15 at 6 p.m. at the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® offices located at 111 Realtor Way in... - January 13, 2010 - RRAR
Scottsdale Day Spa, Hawaiian Experience Spa, Begins Accepting Insurance for Massage Therapy
Hawaiian Experience Spa located in Scottsdale, Arizona has begun accepting insurance for medical massage therapy services. The Scottsdale day spa, which only employs advanced level massage therapists, provides a full range of day spa services from relaxation massage to facials and body treatments to medical massage. - January 13, 2010 - Hawaiian Experience Spa
2010 Facility of the Year Awards (FOYA) Winners Announced
Five pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities constructed in Singapore, Ireland, and the USA have been selected as Category Winners in the sixth annual Facility of the Year Awards (FOYA) program sponsored by ISPE, INTERPHEX, and Pharmaceutical Processing magazine. The winning companies and... - January 13, 2010 - ISPE
LoopDesk Aims to Take Online Business Networking Market Share with New 2010 Pricing
LoopDesk offers unlimited access to all features for one-time fee, while competitors continue to charge increasing monthly rates. - January 13, 2010 - LoopDesk, LLC.
Mexican Government and Condo Hotels Playa del Carmen Start Beach Reconstruction
Real estate value in the “golden zone” of Playa del Carmen is predicted to rise as the new beach widening project commences - January 13, 2010 - Condo Hotels Playa del Carmen
Protect Your Family from Lead
The EPA requires remodelers to become certified to work in pre-1978 homes. - January 13, 2010 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Leading Spas of Canada Hosts Free Webinar on Spa Trends for 2010
Leading Spas of Canada is pleased to announce its first educational webinar of the year, “Spa Trends for 2010” with spa trend guru, Susie Ellis of SpaFinder. The one hour webinar will be presented on Tuesday, January 19 at 11 am PST/2 pm EST and is being offered free of charge to all... - January 13, 2010 - Leading Spas of Canada
Mobile Monday Chicago Kicks of 2010 with an Event on Protecting Intellectual Property
Mobile Monday (MoMo) Chicago today announced that it will kick off 2010 with an event this coming Monday, January 18th, on protecting intellectual property during all stages of mobile development. - January 13, 2010 - Mobile Monday - Chicago
Federal Department Contracting Information Added to FARSmarterBids.com
FARSmarterBids.com offers federal department contracting resources, including 'Doing Business With' guides, spending forecasts, prime & subcontractor lists, Recovery Act information, and other resources to help companies bid on government contracts. - January 13, 2010 - FARSmarterBids
Rocks from the Moon and Mt. Everest Summit Headed to International Space Station
A piece of the Moon collected during the Apollo 11 mission in 1969 will have a new home on the International Space Station, along with a rock from the summit of Mt. Everest. Former astronaut and Challenger Center for Space Science Education Board Member Scott Parazynski, MD, presented both rocks... - January 13, 2010 - Challenger Center for Space Science Education
President Obama Announces New Funding for “Educate to Innovate” Program
Science and Teacher Mentor Awards also announced at White House Event. President Barack Obama announced new funding for the “Educate to Innovate” program during a White House event on January 6 that also honored educators from across the country for excellence in mathematics and science teaching and mentoring. - January 13, 2010 - Challenger Center for Space Science Education
Streetcar Expansion Plans to Include BMW
Streetcar, the UK's largest car club, has announced it is to almost double its fleet within nine months, and add several new vehicle types to the scheme. - January 13, 2010 - Streetcar Limited
Local CT Arts Center Serves as Host for Gallery Event
The Comicbook Artists Guild is excited to announce the very first CAG Gallery Showing featuring a Tribute to Rusty Haller, hosted by the Green Street Arts Center in Middletown CT. Commencing with an opening celebration on Friday, January 22nd, the gallery showing will feature work from some of the... - January 12, 2010 - Comicbook Artists Guild
Church Safety Roundtable Group Grand Opening; Jon Schrock President
The Institute for Church Safety and Risk Management is pleased to announce the establishment of its Charlotte NC Chapter. - January 12, 2010 - Jon Schrock
The Quality Inn Reliant Park Hotel Announces the 2010 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
2010 Rodeo is here again. Grab your boots and best cowgirl or ranch hand for a wonderful excursion to dance and show at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The Quality Inn and Suites has definitely won a blue ribbon with its hotel accommodations with Rodeo guests, vendors and participants. Now... - January 12, 2010 - Quality Inn Reliant Park/Medical Center
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
New Church New Vision
A new church in Alabama that's going to change the Southeast. - January 12, 2010 - Kingdom Christian Center
Mike Athans to Speak at 2010 Council on Litigation Management Conference
Mike Athans, Partner at Fields, Howell, Athans & McLaughlin, LLP, has been selected to speak at the 2010 Annual Conference of the Council on Litigation Management (CLM). Mr. Athans is slated to speak on the topic “Settlement Days and Private Mediations.” The conference will be one... - January 12, 2010 - Council on Litigation Management
Lewis F. Collins, Jr. to Speak at 2010 Council on Litigation Management Conference
Lewis F. Collins, Jr., Attorney at Butler Pappas Weihmuller Katz Craig, has been selected to speak at the 2010 Annual Conference of the Council on Litigation Management (CLM). Mr. Collins, Jr. is slated to speak on two topics: “Effective Management of Discovery in a Complex Case” and... - January 12, 2010 - Council on Litigation Management
David J. McMahon to Speak at 2010 Council on Litigation Management Conference
David J. McMahon, Managing Partner at Barger & Wolen LLP, has been selected to speak at the 2010 Annual Conference of the Council on Litigation Management (CLM). Mr. McMahon is slated to speak on the topic “Strategies for the Effective Handling of Complex Claims.” The conference... - January 12, 2010 - Council on Litigation Management