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My Life My Soul, a Support Group for Survivors of Domestic Violence Goes Live on BlogTalkRadio
My Life My Soul hosts its first radio show to reach out to survivors of domestic violence on Saturday, February 7, 2009 at 9 a.m. Eastern. - January 26, 2009 - My Life My Soul, The Unspoken Journey of Life After Domestic Abuse
NH Mom of Five Takes Aim, Sets New State Records
Maureen Jeanson, mother of 5 and author of Squeaky Gourmet, is a "strongman." “ Jeanson and her son competed along side 6 well seasoned strongman athletes in hopes to help establish records in Strongman events in their home state. - January 26, 2009 - Your Fitness Journey
Red Bluff's Lamplighter Lodge Awarded the Prestigious Green Eco-Leaf Rating
Lamplighter Lodge has earned a 3 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. Lamplighter Lodge becomes one of 1st lodging properties in Red Bluff, CA to... - January 26, 2009 - Lamplighter Lodge
The Independence Visitor Center Announces William Moore, President and CEO, Will Step Down
After serving as the President and CEO of the Independence Visitor Center for 10 years, Bill Moore announces his departure for a new opportunity. - January 26, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
International Suicide Prevention Association Offers Hope During Tough Economic Times
The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) has published a paper entitled, “Suicide and the economic depression: reflections on suicide during the Great Depression” which concludes that there was only a slight increase in deaths by suicide during the Great Depression. - January 26, 2009 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
Fab Four Mania Coming to San Diego to Raise Funds for the Vision of Children Foundation
The Vision of Children Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on finding a cure for hereditary childhood blindness, announced that the Fab Four, the ultimate Beatles tribute, will be performing at its annual benefit concert on May 2, 2009. The concert will be held in the state-of-the-art Irwin M. Jacobs Qualcomm Hall located in Sorrento Valley. The Beatles-themed evening promises to deliver a groovy time including cocktails and hor d'oeuvres served in an electrifying sixties atmosphere. - January 26, 2009 - Vision of Children Foundation
Improving Productivity of the Existing Workforce High on Corporate Resolutions for the New Year
Study: With Most Predicting 10% U.S. Unemployment, Improving Profits, Cutting Costs, Increasing Customer Satisfaction and Managing Change Also Cited as Top Five 2009 Corporate Challenges. - January 26, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Valentine Traffic Mixer at Social Hollywood Benefiting the Institute for Myeloma and Bone Cancer Research
Reach Productions and local, young professionals will come together for a night of socializing and philanthropy at the stunning Social Hollywood on February 6, 2009. The event, Valentine Traffic, will benefit the Institute for Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research in West Hollywood. - January 26, 2009 - Reach Productions
HarborPlace Country Fair Entertains All Ages
The beautiful grounds of HarborPlace were transformed into a Country Fair on Saturday, January 17. The fair, held from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, was enjoyed by all ages, from newborn visitors to the centenarian residents. For just a $2.00 donation, visitors were able to play a variety of games,... - January 26, 2009 - HarborPlace at Port St Lucie
Launch of Allsquares.com - The Real Estate Marketplace
Allsquares.com is a fast growing real estate portal in India. The scope of realty service offered by Allsquares.com entails selling of new real estate properties and reselling of old properties, both for domestic and commercial use. - January 26, 2009 - Allsquares.com
DuckDuckDate Changes the Rules of the Dating Game
"Goose Me!" It's not your typical pick-up line, but it is one that singles all over are starting to use. DuckDuckDate.com, an innovative dating website, is open for business and helping singles everywhere to "goose" each other. Originally conceived by a veteran online dater,... - January 26, 2009 - DuckDuckDate.com
Star-Studded "I'm Good" Video Shoot and Youth Forum
(http://www.emptyvessel.org) Dr. Allean Varnado-Lang (Mother of Rapper/Producer Daz Dillinger and Aunt of Entertainer Snoop Dogg,) Empty Vessel Music, The Atlanta Dream Center, and Hip Hop Grows Up, Inc. have joined, to invite the Atlanta-city public to be a part of a major music video shoot to... - January 26, 2009 - Empty Vessel Music
‘Book First Pay Later’ – PlentyRooms.com Introduces Path Breaking Approach to Online Hotel Bookings
New discount hotel booking site offers travelers one of the widest range of hotel options in all the major travel destinations worldwide along with two payment modes for online bookings, including the novel “book now, pay later” option. With option to book air tickets and car rentals as well as buy travel insurance online, the site will be a one-stop shop for online travel booking. - January 26, 2009 - plentyRooms.com Pte Ltd
WOmen @ Work Featured in North Carolina Center for Afterschool Programs Publication
Lisa Pineiro, president of Technical Services Inc., a privately held electrical training and recruiting firm, and founder of WOmen @ Work, a nonprofit organization dedicated to encouraging young women to explore traditionally male-dominated construction fields, has announced that WOmen @ Work has... - January 25, 2009 - WOmen @ Work
A Toast to the Triangle™ Releases Podcast with TLC Family
Mary Freeman, president and CEO of the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, has announced the release of a new podcast featuring commentary from Janine Slater, the mother of Deuce Slater, a child at the Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities. In the podcast, Slater provides... - January 25, 2009 - A Toast To The Triangle
CHF International Joins NetHope Information Technology Collaboration
CHF International has become the 26th member of NetHope, an information technology collaboration of leading nongovernmental organizations specializing in humanitarian relief, emergency response, and conservation. NetHope enables members to extend their communications infrastructure and... - January 25, 2009 - NetHope
MBody Strength Adds a New Kettlebell Line to Online Store Supplied by Troy Barbell
MBody Strength, a fitness company based in Orange County, California, has added new product lines to their online store, including cast iron kettlebells and vinyl kettlebells by Troy Barbell. The MBody Strength online fitness store has marked the new kettlebells down in price to help spread the... - January 25, 2009 - MBody Strength LLC
Chinese Volunteers Celebrate New Year with Foster Care Children
Local Kiwanis Club of Arcadia Volunteers Expose Los Angeles Kids to Chinese Traditions. - January 25, 2009 - Hillsides
Professional Organizers Volunteer Their Services to Daily Bread Food Bank for National Get Organized Month
Professional organizers from Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, and Collier Counties come together to lend their expertise to Miami-based non-profit organization - January 25, 2009 - National Association of Professional Organizers
Despite Recession, Air Taxi ImagineAir Reports Record Growth
ImagineAir reports an increase in reservations and sales for 2008. - January 25, 2009 - ImagineAir
National Foundation Launched to Help Americans
To help turn more consumers into responsible borrowers, policymakers and professionals in the online lending industry are supporting this independent, non-profit organization to deliver educational resources to the industry and consumers directly. “There is a vacuum of financial education... - January 25, 2009 - Community Financial Education Foundation
Community Financial Education Foundation Hires Executive Director
The Community Financial Education Foundation, a organization dedicated to increasing financial literacy across the country, announced today the hiring of an Executive Director. Miranda Harwell was selected after an extensive search process. Miranda joins the foundation from Talk PR, Inc., a... - January 25, 2009 - Community Financial Education Foundation
New Foundation Tackles Financial Literacy Issues
The Community Financial Education Foundation (CFEF) announced today that it will begin offering services and programs designed to assist consumers with financial education development. CFEF was created specifically to address the growing need for financial literacy programs within the broad spectrum of consumers desiring help in understanding and managing their finances. - January 25, 2009 - Community Financial Education Foundation
CheapOair’s January $500 Travel Giveaway Contest
The CheapOair January $500 Travel Giveaway Contest is an ongoing monthly contest for our customers, which began in December 08'. To enter the contest, entrants are required to answer the challenge, “Why I deserve to win $500 in free travel from CheapOair.com,” in 200 words or less. - January 25, 2009 - CheapOair
ARISE Brings Vital Anger and Stress Management Training to the Tampa Bay Area Youth Services Staff
ARISE Foundation will conduct its CHOICES workshop Jan. 27-30 in Tampa at 5118 N. 56th St., Suite 206. BAYS operates 7 youth programs under the umbrella of the Florida Dept. of Juvenile Justice. The training will take place daily from 9AM to 4PM. - January 25, 2009 - ARISE Foundation
Forward Ever Backward Never Campaign Promotes Charitable Projects by Africans for Africa
A new, unique & critical effort to engage Africans abroad in the issues vital to the progress of the African continent. http://www.forward-ever.org - January 25, 2009 - Black Star Collective Foundation
Timeshare Relief Offers Complimentary Seminars About the Timeshare Resale Market to be Held in North & South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia and Indiana - Jan 29 to Feb 2
Timeshare Relief, Inc. will hold complimentary seminars about the timeshare resale market at various times & locations from January 29 to February 2. These seminars will reveal many facts and tactics used in the timeshare resale industry. Statements will be backed by 3rd party documentation and governmental agency statements and documents. - January 25, 2009 - Timeshare Relief
Gerspacher Real Estate Group, Inc. Welcomes Rob Riley to the Staff
Rob Riley joins Gerspacher Real Estate Group, Inc. - January 25, 2009 - Gerspacher Real Estate Group
Garment Center Historic District Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Garment Center Historic District's Contributing Property Owners Now Eligible for Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Programs. - January 24, 2009 - Trust for Architectural Easements
Luxury Travel Offers Deluxe Tour Package to Sapa and Bac Ha Sunday Market
Sapa and Bac Ha offer some of Vietnam's most colourful experiences. Luxury Travel offers deluxe tour package. - January 24, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Green Education Foundation Mobilizes 250,000 Students, But Urges Schools to Enroll Now to Reach One Million Student Goal
National Green Week is building a nationwide cadre of committed environmental stewards. - January 24, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Shea Media, Graphic and Web Design Firm, Launches Operations
Shea Media, LLC, a web and graphic design firm based in Portland, Oregon, has recently launched operations and is now actively accepting new clients. Services include web/print design, photography, and copywriting. - January 24, 2009 - Shea Media
Goodwill to Provide Career Training to Charleston Park Residents
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida has received a $40,000 grant from Lee County to provide career development services at the Charleston Park Community Center. This training should be of a great benefit to Charleston Park, as the community's residents have income and education levels well below the Florida state average. - January 24, 2009 - Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Cautions Consumers to Consider Costs of Tax Refund Anticipation Loans
“Instant refunds” may involve high fees that outweigh their advantages. - January 24, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT
BU Students "Drink Green" During National Green Week
Over 30,000 students at Boston University will participate in BU Green Day, Feb 4, 2009. - January 24, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Green Education Foundation Announces I Play Green Campaign
Nationwide campaign is enlisting an army of “Green-keeping Athletes” to green their sports by 2012. - January 24, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
IMA World Health Receives $250,000 Gift from F. Dohmen Foundation
IMA World Health, a Maryland-based global health care nonprofit, was one of the first to receive a gift from a newly-formed foundation of the F. Dohmen Company. - January 24, 2009 - IMA World Health
Green Education Foundation Announces I Ride Green Campaign
Nationwide campaign is enlisting an army of Green-Keepers to Ride Green. - January 24, 2009 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Valentine's Day Gift Solution
Valentine’s Day Gift Certificates from Peterborough Players; Two Tickets to the Theater = Summer Romance. - January 24, 2009 - PeterboroughPlayers
eLearnPortal Announces the Launch of Its Online Business Degree Guide in Response to the Volatile Economy
Professional and business services are projected to grow by over 23 percent in the next eight years. Because of the numerous business degree programs available, deciding on a program can be difficult. However, eLearnPortal.com, a web-based directory resource, has a complete guide to online business degrees for anyone considering a new or upgraded career in the business field. - January 24, 2009 - eLearnPortal
Data Breach at Major Payment Processor Drives Thousands of Consumers to yasni.com Over Fears of Identity Theft
Traffic at Leading Online Reputation Management Service, yasni.com, Doubles as Millions of Credit Cardholders Become Subject to Fraud. - January 24, 2009 - yasni.com
Kisma Hair Co. and Spa Named One of Nation's Fastest-Growing Salons for Fourth Consecutive Year by Salon Today Magazine
Kisma Hair Co. and Spa, owned by Anet Fiorenza Bennett, was once again named one of the 200 fastest-growing salons in North America by Salon Today magazine, a top business publication for salon and spa owners. This is the fourth consecutive year that Kisma Hair Co. and Spa has been honored for this... - January 24, 2009 - Kisma Hair Co & Spa
David C. Dufendach, Partner, Grant Thornton LLP’s Valuation Services Group to Speak at KC’s Event on SFAS 142: Goodwill & Other Intangible Assets on 03/05/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webinars announced today that David C. Dufendach, Partner, Grant Thornton LLP’s Valuation Services Group will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webinar entitled: “SFAS 142: Goodwill & Other Intangible Assets.” This 2-hour event is scheduled on March 5, 2009, Thursday, at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. For further details of the event and panelists, please visit http://knowledgecongress.org/event_2008_SFAS_142.html. - January 24, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
NPSA Partners with ME Payment Solutions
The National Portable Storage Association partners with ME Payment Solutions for credit card processing. - January 24, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Texas Self Storage Association Welcomes New Board Members, Elects Officers
Texas Self Storage Association welcomes three new board members and elects new officers for the 2008-2009 service year. - January 23, 2009 - Texas Self Storage Association
Chicago Motorcycle Show Supports Children of the Fallen January Event to Benefit Children of Fallen Troops
Operation Ensuring Christmas, a charitable organization assisting children of fallen American Troops, today announced that the 25th annual 2009 Chicago Motorcycle Show will donate a portion of the shows proceeds to Operation Ensuring Christmas. OEC provides children with Christmas gift cards during the holiday season, as well as a “Christmas in July” VIP theme park trip to Orlando, Florida. - January 23, 2009 - Operation Ensuring Christmas, Inc.
Direct Air Announces Special Super Bowl XLIII Charter to Tampa Bay
Direct Air announces a special round-trip Charter for Pittsburgh Steeler fans wishing to travel to Super Bowl XLIII. The charter will depart from Pittsburgh International Airport on Thursday, January 29 at 12:30 PM and will arrive at St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, Florida at 2:30... - January 23, 2009 - Direct Air
BarterQuest Announces Free Trading for All Transactions
BarterQuest, which provides a platform that supports the cashless exchange of goods, services and the use of real estate, today announced all bartering on its recently launched site (http://www.barterquest.com) will be free. - January 23, 2009 - JPM Global
Golden Quill Press Story Submission Contest
Golden Quill Press.com Has Issued a Call for Story Entries for New Book Contest. - January 23, 2009 - Golden Quill Press
"Oh-Barcelona.com" Guarantees Legality of All Its Holiday Apartments in Barcelona
Following further closures of illegal tourist apartments in Barcelona, the 9-year old booking portal “Oh-Barcelona.com” guarantees its customers that all its Barcelona apartments are fully licensed for tourist rentals. - January 23, 2009 - Open House Spain