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The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on National Security Investigations Disclosure Requests and Your Customer Data: What You Need to Know
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on National Security Investigations Disclosure Requests and Your Customer Data: What You Need to Know. This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, at... - January 30, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
DailyChallenge.org Experiences Growing Roster of Celebrity Challengers
Social Media Coupled with Celebrities Elevate Social Consciousness - January 30, 2009 - Dunn Capital
"Click to Give" Breast Cancer Site Raises More Than $1 Million for Free Mammograms
In January 2009, the National Breast Cancer Foundation recognized The Breast Cancer Site as a major benefactor in the fight against breast cancer. The Breast Cancer Site’s contributions to NBCF’s free mammogram program for women in need reached more than $1 million accumulative over... - January 30, 2009 - GreaterGood
SPOT Opens Its First Spay/Neuter Clinic
Stop Pet Overpopulation Together or SPOT, is opening its first spay/neuter clinic on February 19th. Join SPOT in support of February’s National Spay/Neuter Month for the clinic’s grand opening with music, food, giveaways, an auction and more. SPOT's Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic is located on the corner of 62nd Avenue and 44th Street N in Pinellas Park. Stop on by February 19th at 6pm for the ribbon cutting or visit spotusa.org for more info. - January 30, 2009 - Stop Pet Overpopulation Together
Support and Information for Spouses of Alzheimer Patients
Resounding recommendation for www.thealzheimerspouse.com. - January 30, 2009 - thealzheimerspouse.com
Caribbean Residence Clubs Announce Wyndham Hotel Group Has First Two Resorts in Cayman Islands
Wyndham Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest hotel companies, today announced its entrance into the Cayman Islands with the addition of two resorts on Grand Cayman island: The 130-room Wyndham Grand Bay Waterford – Cayman Islands and the 170-room Ramada Grand Caymanian Beach Club and Resort. - January 30, 2009 - Caribbean Residence Clubs
Caribbean Residence Clubs Announces Wyndham Hotel Group Opening Ramada Resort in Grand Cayman
Wyndham Hotel Group, one of the world’s largest hotel companies, today announced its entrance into the Cayman Islands with the opening of the 170-room Ramada Grand Caymanian Beach Club and Resort on Grand Cayman island. - January 30, 2009 - Caribbean Residence Clubs
Happy 1-Year Off-the-Grid to a Very Special Non-Profit
Side Street Projects just celebrated one-year 100% solar. - January 29, 2009 - Side Street Projects
Outside the Wall Interviews Corey Feldman About New Pink Floyd Inspired Album
Outside The Wall Interviews Corey Feldman: Highly acclaimed North American Pink Floyd website Outside The Wall contributes another wonderful interview. This time they talk with Corey Feldman about his bands new album Technology Anthology. They chat about Pink Floyd members that were involved in... - January 29, 2009 - Outside The Wall
Accidental Rep and John Strasberg Studios Team Up for Summer Acting Program
John Strasberg, internationally recognized director, actor, and teacher, and artistic director of the Accidental Repertory Theater, announces a new summer acting training program July 7 - August 8, 2009 in New York City. - January 29, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
NyghtFalcon Gets X-Rite Color Correction
X-Rite and NyghtFalcon will form a strategic partnership which includes an exchange of intellectual capital. - January 29, 2009 - NyghtFalcon Photography
Sevierville's Sleep Inn Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Sleep Inn in Sevierville has been awarded the Green Eco-Leaf Rating this week by completing a 70 point comprehensive eco-audit survey administered by iStayGreen.org - the online social network of environmentally friendly travel. - January 29, 2009 - Sleep Inn
Soybean Groups Form Coalition to Capitalize on Transportation Opportunities
With the U.S. economy in turmoil, consumers and farmers alike are trying to cut costs wherever they can, including transportation costs, which is why several soybean groups have established the Soy Transportation Coalition (STC). STC's goal is to comprehensively examine some of the major transportation issues impacting soybean farmers and find ways for them to save on transportation costs. - January 29, 2009 - Ohio Soybean Council
NAFA Opens Submissions for 2009 Larry Goill Awards
NAFA is seeking submissions for the 2009 Larry Goill Awards, which will be presented in New Orleans this April at NAFA's annual Institute & Expo. - January 29, 2009 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Issues Warning About Celebrity-Endorsed Acai Berry Dietary Supplements and Sellers
Nationwide complaints allege false advertising and unauthorized repeat billing after “free” trial. - January 29, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT
United Infrared™ Announces the Launch of EnergyScanIR™
United Infrared™ announces the launch of it’s first service module, EnergyScanIR™. United Infrared, Inc. (UIR) provides a complete application-specific resource system for infrared thermography contractors. EnergyScanIR™ is a network of trained infrared thermographers with a simple goal… to help homeowners save energy. - January 29, 2009 - United Infrared, Inc.
High-Achieving College Students Find Jobs, Internships and New Friends on NSCS Web site
Many high-achieving students join an honor society, pay the membership fee, get the pin and end their experience there. But for members of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS)—an honor society inviting high-achieving freshmen and sophomores—membership just got more dynamic. - January 29, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
New York Division of Personal Trainers is Launched by Team Fitness America
Offering both membership and package options to cater to every client looking for personal trainers in New York City, Team Fitness America is now able to service many cities throughout the entire New York metropolitan area. - January 29, 2009 - Team Fitness America
American Nihilist Underground Society Releases Interview with Beherit
First interview since 1999 discusses new album, soul of black metal with underground metal experts at the American Nihilist Underground Society. - January 29, 2009 - American Nihilist Underground Society
"GREENing Your Supply Chain” Announced for APICS 2/10/09 Meeting
APICS, The Association for Operations Management, today announced GREENing Your Supply Chain as their topic for the February 10, 2009 meeting. The evening will be focused entirely around green efforts- from a vegetarian meal, to complimentary eco-friendly reusable tote bags, and other complimentary... - January 29, 2009 - Detroit Chapter of APICS
Priceless Legacy Company Announces Couples LifeStory Book in Time for Valentine's Day
Dallas-based Priceless Legacy Company, LLC announced today the availability of a new format for its signature LifeStory offering. The product, called a Couple’s LifeStory Book, allows two people – presumably a married couple – to present their life story in one volume for the benefit of this and future generations. - January 28, 2009 - Priceless Legacy Company
Autism Event to be Held in Berks County
Registration Now Open for Symposium and Fair about Autism - January 28, 2009 - Easter Seals Eastern Pennsylvania
WomenCertified Vision Award Recipients Announced; Honors NADA Leaders for Commitment to Women’s Programs
WomenCertified® honors Annette Sykora and John Lyboldt of the National Automobile Dealers Association with Vision Award for their leadership in creating women friendly car buying experiences. Awards presented January 24 at the NADA Convention in New Orleans. - January 28, 2009 - WomenCertified
pyctour.com Offering 2 New Free 2009 Calendar of Sandhill Cranes and Friends from the Living Desert Reserve Which Are Available for Free, Unlimited Download
www.pyctour.com is offering 2 more free 2009 calendars. One of the calendars has 12 individual pictures on Sandhill Cranes. The other calendar is filled with various indigenous animals from the Living Desert Reserve. The calendars are available as PDF and can be downloaded and printed on your color... - January 28, 2009 - Pyctour
Comicbook Artists Guild Celebrates Independence
The annual celebration known as New York Comic Con brings together a multitude of creators, professionals and fans of pop culture. For the past three years, the Comicbook Artists Guild contributed to the celebration by co-sponsoring the Indy After Party along with several independent minded... - January 28, 2009 - Comicbook Artists Guild
Comicbook Artists Guild Continues Tradition at New York Comic Con
Award Ceremony is enhanced to recognize excellence in comic book creation and artistry. - January 28, 2009 - Comicbook Artists Guild
Consumer Desires for Comfort and Security Drive Color Guild's 2009 Paint Trends
The Color Canvas 2009 Collection features five up-and-coming trends and 35 colors available exclusively at Color Guild member locations. - January 28, 2009 - Color Guild
Lupus Research Institute: New Study Confirms the Need for More Research Dollars
LRI responds to new study of lupus-related costs. - January 28, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute
Arbitrator's Decision on Paint and Related Materials
Neutral arbitrator rendered his decision on the National Paint & Coatings Association’s challenge to the Commodity Classification Standards Board Dispositions on Subjects 13 and 14. - January 28, 2009 - National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.
HUD Awards $2,000,000 to Goodwill for LaBelle Housing Construction
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida has received $2 million in funding to construct housing for people with disabilities in Hendry County. - January 28, 2009 - Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Kobe Bryant and Tim Leiweke to be Honored by Asia Society Southern California
Asia Society Southern California will honor Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers, Olympic Gold Medalist and the 2007-08 NBA Most Valuable Player, on June 30, 2009 at its annual gala dinner in Los Angeles. - January 28, 2009 - Asia Society Southern California
Minority Business Network Introduces a New Approach to Affiliate Marketing
The Onyx Six Network has developed a new affiliate exchange program to help small business owners maintain business growth during challenging economic circumstances. The concept of the affiliate exchange program is to trade services or products within the business network to ensure the forward... - January 28, 2009 - Onyx Six
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Names Natalie A. Zappella as Program Associate
Zappella will support programming and grant making activities of the Community Foundation, and explore the Foundation’s role in supporting older adults and livable communities in southeast Michigan. - January 28, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Seventh Annual Bethesda Triathlon Benefits Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks Announces Seventh Bethesda Triathlon The National Capital Area chapter of Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced the opening of registration for the 7th Bethesda Triathlon to benefit Autism Speaks. Event Chair Peter Beveridge will be... - January 28, 2009 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
WCED Podcast Targets Medical Design and Medical Manufacturing Companies
Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced the release of a new audio podcast discussing key benefits of Wake County for relocating and/or expanding companies in the medical design and medical manufacturing industries. The... - January 28, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Gulf Coast Venture Forum Meeting Dates for 2009
The Gulf Coast Venture Forum (GCVF) schedule for monthly membership meetings for 2009 are set for Thursdays on the following dates: March 12, 2009; April 9, 2009; and May 14, 2009. These meetings will be held from 4p.m. to 6 p.m. at Tiburon Golf Course Clubhouse, 2620 Tiburon Drive in Naples,... - January 28, 2009 - Gulf Coast Venture Forum
SDJB Explains Business Model for Buying and Selling Used Jewelry, Watches, and Diamonds
San Diego Jewelry Buyers (SDJB) has issued an explanation of its customer service and business model for buying and selling pre-owned luxury items. - January 28, 2009 - San Diego Jewelry Buyers
Championing Switzerland: Partnership Between Hublot and Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts’ latest collaboration has the concept of Swissness at its very heart. Just in time for the watch trade show in Geneva, the international hotel chain signed a partnership agreement with the Swiss watchmaker Hublot at an elegant dinner at the Swissôtel Métropole in Geneva. - January 28, 2009 - Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts
Justice Dept Intervene on Racial Tensions in Paris, TX (Public Meeting 1.29)
Department of Justice mediators are addressing racial conflict in Paris, TX after the death of resident Brandon McClelland. - January 27, 2009 - Lone Star Legal Aid
Texas Self Storage Market Survey Results Published
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) announced the publication of the results of its fourth annual market survey. The report with exclusive data not available elsewhere contains analysis and commentary specific to Texas. This is an important report for anyone in the financial and capital markets who regularly make, rate, or analyze investments in the self-storage industry. It is a must for developers, lenders, owner/operators, brokers and appraisers interested in the Texas storage market. - January 27, 2009 - Texas Self Storage Association
Capital Swing Dancers Host Seventeenth Annual World Wide Swing Dance Competition
A worldwide competition in the California state dance, West Coast Swing. Capital Swing Dancers (a not for profit org.) host an all level competition. Featuring workshops and performances by "So you think you can dance" winner, Benji Schwimmer. - January 27, 2009 - Capital Swing Dancers
Chicago Marine Aquarium Society (CMAS) and UberFrags.net Present Reefing Madness
CMAS and UberFrags (http://UberFrags.net) invite you to an awesome day of reefing activities and coral frag swapping. A fragswap is an event where coral aquarium hobbyists exchange or sell pieces of coral. - January 27, 2009 - UberFrags.net
Urban Active Strives to Improve Tennessee’s Poor Health Ranking with Free Workouts
The Tennessean recently reported that Tennessee was among unhealthiest states ranking 47th out of a list of 50 on the 19th Annual America’s Health Rankings. The state was 46th last year. The report showed that Tennessee was among 14 states that had declines in their overall scores for healthiness, due to among other things, lack of exercise. Now the whole nation knows about it. - January 27, 2009 - Urban Active Fitness
Kristan Leatherman, Creator of RaisingMillionaireBabies.com, Teams Up with Love and Logic Institute's Jim Fay to Help Parents Teach Their Kids About Money
Love and Logic facilitator, Kristan Leatherman teams up with Love and Logic’s Jim Fay to help parents teach their kids about money. Their new book entitled, "Millionaire Babies or Bankrupt Brats? Love and Logic Solutions to Teaching Kids About Money" is getting praise from parents and the press. - January 27, 2009 - RaisingMillionaireBabies.com
Shirat Shalom Invites Guests 2/6 Tu Bish'vat seder
Shirat Shalom is hosting a Tu Bish'vat seder on 2/6 and Shabbat services on 2/7. - January 27, 2009 - Congregation Shirat Shalom
New Educational Program Announced: Empower Socially Responsible Leaders in Africa
Educate! Develops a New Program to Reach 375 Students in 2009. Educate!, an organization that aims to empower the next generation of socially responsible leaders in Africa, announced a new two-year program, the Educate! Experience, that will reach 375 high school students across Uganda in February... - January 27, 2009 - Educate!
Multicultural Gathering in Israel Promotes Inner Peace
Fifth International Kabbalah Congress Hosted at Tel Aviv Exhibition Grounds Presents Alternative to Current Chaotic Lifestyle. - January 27, 2009 - Bnei Baruch Kabbalah Education & Research Institute
New National Study Reports $1.3 Billion Invested in Colorado Bioscience Companies 2002-Q2 2008, Ranking Colorado 11th in U.S. for Bioscience Venture Capital Investments
Gov. Bill Ritter, the Colorado BioScience Association and Colorado Office of Economic Development released the Colorado Bioscience Roadmap 2008 on January 23. Among findings, the new study reports $1.3 billion was invested in Colorado bioscience companies 2002 through Q2 2008, ranking Colorado 11th in the U.S. for bioscience venture capital investments. - January 27, 2009 - Colorado BioScience Association
New Book: MicroCurrent for Horses (and Other Vital Therapies You Should Know) by Deborah Powell
MicroCurrent for Horses (and other vital therapies you should know) focuses on low level electrical stimulation and other complementary therapies for improving injury recovery, reducing injury recovery costs, injury prevention, and optimizing performance. Fully illisustrated with drawings, pictures, and charts. Matrix Publishing 280 pgs. 2008. $89.95. - January 26, 2009 - Matrix Therapy Products Corp.
Marrison Properties Encourages Spanish Real Estate Agents to Follow Housing Ministers Advice about Reducing Spanish Property Prices
As the world teeters on economic recession, the Spanish housing minister has called on the Spanish real estate sector to be logical and cut down on their prices to encourage buyers and save the market from a virtual standoff. - January 26, 2009 - Marrison Marbella Property