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Eduminder Meets with Senator John Kerry's Office - Senator John Kerry’s Office Offers to Assist Eduminder in Efforts to Help Schools
The Eduminder senior team members met with Senator John Kerry’s office and received information, guidance and promises of future assistance in securing possible federal support for Eduminder in its mission to provide primary and secondary schools solutions for the education of children. - February 26, 2009 - Eduminder
Dr. Charles Hamner Named a Panelist for "RTP at 50: What’s Next?"
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences has announced that Dr. Charles Hamner, chair of the board of directors, will be a featured panelist for the discussion “RTP at 50: What’s Next?” on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7:30 a.m. at the Radisson Hotel Research Triangle Park. The... - February 26, 2009 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Steve and Doris Colgate Release Newest Book, Fast Track to Sailing
Steve and Doris Colgate, owner/operators of Offshore Sailing School, have just released their newest book titled "Fast Track to Sailing – Learn to Sail in Three Days." The book was developed to help achieve the ultimate goal of many sailors – to go cruising. Fast Track to... - February 26, 2009 - Offshore Sailing School
Luxury Travel Vietnam Develops Online Brochure
Vietnam - based luxury travel specialist (www.luxurytravelvietnam.com) has created a 80-page online brochure covering a range of luxury options in Vietnam and South Est Asia has to offer. - February 26, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Unemployed May Recover 401k Losses from Their Employer
Research reveals a hidden “loophole” in government regulations that may allow (un)employed workers to recover financial losses in 401K plans from their (ex)employers. - February 26, 2009 - Foundation for Financial Freedom
Luxury Tour Operator Putting Adventure Travel on Sale
Luxury Tour Operator Putting Adventure Travel on Sale. Take 5 friends with you to Vietnam, you get this luxe adventure for free. - February 26, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
San Diego American Marketing Association Presents 11th Annual AMA Cause Conference
Conference designed to help nonprofits survive and thrive with effective corporate and community partnerships during difficult economic times - February 26, 2009 - San Diego American Marketing Assoc.
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Cautions Consumers About Going-Out-of-Business Sales
Liquidation prices are sometimes a bad deal - February 26, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT
Jews in Dallas Have Choice with New Bar/Bat Mitzvah Option
Rabbi David Gruber of Frisco, Texas, gives Jews in the heartland an alternative option to the standard synagogue based bar/ bat mitzvah. The celebration, personalized to each family, is much more relaxed and is not performance oriented. - February 26, 2009 - Bar & Bat Mitzvahs Rabbi
Explore and be Enlightened with the Women’s History Scavenger Hunt
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Independence Visitor Center will host a women’s history scavenger hunt during the month of March, centered on ten women who were born, raised, visited or lived in Philadelphia. - February 26, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
BarterQuest Reaches 100,000 Online Visitors Since Official Launch of Barter Platform
BarterQuest (www.barterquest.com), a platform that supports the cashless exchange of goods, services and the use of real estate, today announced that 100,000 people have visited the website since its launch in mid-December 2008. - February 26, 2009 - JPM Global
LaBelle Housing for People with Disabilities Moves One Step Closer
Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc. has broken ground on Palmetto Ranch, a 14-unit apartment complex designed for people with disabilities in LaBelle, FL. - February 26, 2009 - Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Booktour.com Co-Founder Kevin Smokler to Keynote Arizona Book Publishing Association Annual Conference
Kevin Smokler, co-founder of BookTour.com, will keynote Arizona Book Publishing Association’s annual conference on February 28th in Phoenix. Speaking about “The Impact of Future Technology on the Publishing Industry,” Smokler will encourage attendees not to wring their hands about the evolving market, but embrace all the possibilities it brings. - February 26, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
Eldora Mountain Resort and the Boulder Convention & Visitors Bureau Team Up to Promote Boulder, Colorado and Skiing
Eldora Mountain Resort and the Boulder Convention and Visitors Bureau have teamed up to promote Boulder, Colorado as a winter destination. Not often thought of as a ski destination, Boulder offers endless lodging availability during the winter months - including the holiday season. Lodging with... - February 26, 2009 - Eldora Mountain Resort
Elk Grove Community Band & Pleasant Grove High School Jazz Band Join Together for 2nd Annual Benefit Concert and Dinner
The Elk Grove Community Band combined with the Pleasant Grove High School Jazz Band will present its 2nd Annual Benefit Concert and Dinner on Monday, March 30, 2009 at the PGHS Cafeteria from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. - February 26, 2009 - PGH Band Boosters
PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Miles Everson to Speak at KC’s Event on Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work on 03/17/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced that Miles Everson, Principal, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work”. This two-hour event is scheduled on March 17, 2009, Tuesday, 12:00pm to 2:00pm ET. - February 26, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch at the Wintergarden Restaurant
Available on Sunday 22 March 2009, The Wintergarden restaurant’s highly successful Champagne Brunch offers unlimited Taittinger Champagne, a sumptuous buffet lunch and live jazz for an all-inclusive price. - February 26, 2009 - Landmark London Hotel
The Endeavor for Hope Foundation Raises Money and Awareness for Africa: Hosts VIP Party Fundraiser to Support African Cause at the Hotel Icon to Raise >$5000
The Endeavor for Hope Foundation (“The EFHF”), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity, whose mission is to “provide access to education in rural Sub-Saharan Africa,” hosts invite-only VIP party on Saturday, 3/20/09 (7 –10 pm @ Hotel Icon, Downtown Houston). Event is also the Exclusive VIP Pre-Party for DJ Pete Tong/Deadmau5’s concert. The party will raise awareness about The EFHF as a nonprofit charity, as well as the need for support for basic education in rural Sub-Saharan Africa - February 25, 2009 - The Endeavor For Hope Foundation
Nu U Medspa Gains Third Medical Doctor and Skillful Surgeon to Their Medical Team
NuU Medspa announces their third medical doctor for surgical services, Dr. Ryan Tsujmara, on-board as they continue to expand services and clientele throughout Chicagoland and Phoenix markets. With NuU Medspa strongly stepping into their second year of existence, Dr. Tsujmara joins the pioneer... - February 25, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
New Broadband Advocacy Group Launched: RuMBA USA Brings Together Mobile Broadband Carriers and Equipment Makers to Address the Stimulus Package Grants
The Rural Mobile Broadband Alliance (RuMBA) USA was launched to assist rural community residents, carriers and equipment makers in raising awareness of the benefits of rural mobile broadband, and to encourage the most responsible use of stimulus package funds, thus maximizing the positive impact of broadband on the lives of ordinary Americans. Visit: www.rumbausa.org for more information. - February 25, 2009 - Rural Mobile and Broadband Alliance USA
SpringTrainingWatch.com Announces 2009 Spring Training Baseball Schedules
Spring Training Watch has announced its postings of the 2009 MLB spring training game schedules. Major League Baseball fans can view upcoming spring training baseball game schedules, find information about the various spring training stadium facilities, and locate nearby hotels, restaurants, and... - February 25, 2009 - Spring Training Watch
Laura Fay, CEO of HAPPYneuron Inc., Speaks About Cognitive Health on “Coping with Caregiving” Radio
Interview airing on the “Coping with Caregiving” radio show February 28. - February 25, 2009 - Happy Neuron
A Night of Mystery and Intrigue to Benefit Critically Ill Children from the Casey Cares Foundation
The Casey Cares Foundation's 9th Annual Gala happens Saturday, March 28th, 2009 at the Grand Lodge Bonnie Blink Room. Seating is limited. Tickets on sale now, but sell out fast. Visit www.CaseyCaresFoundation.org or call 443-568-0064. - February 25, 2009 - Casey Cares Foundation
Orlando Vacation Homes Receives A+ Rating from Better Business Bureau
Orlando Vacation Homes announces A+ rating from Better Business Bureau. - February 25, 2009 - Orlando Vacation Homes
$1 Campervan Deals at Drivenow.com.au for Savvy Travellers
Love a road trip? Flexible hours? Keen to visit family but the rising the cost of travel making it tricky? $1 Campervan relocations* may be the smartest and cheapest travel deals you’ve ever come across. - February 25, 2009 - Drivenow
Deloitte’s Rick Funston to Speak at KC’s Event on Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work on 03/17/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts recently announced that Rick Funston, Principal, Deloitte & Touche LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work”. This two-hour event is scheduled on March 17, 2009, Tuesday, 12:00pm to 2:00pm ET - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Ernst & Young’s Ladd Muzzy to Speak at KC’s Event on Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work on 03/17/2009
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts recently announced that Ladd Muzzy, Americas Leader, Enterprise Risk Management, Ernst & Young LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Risk Management II: Perspectives on What It Takes to Make It Work”. This two-hour event is scheduled on March 17, 2009, Tuesday, 12:00pm to 2:00pm ET. - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
2009 Oktoberfest Packages Still Available as This Year’s Logo is Released
The Oktoberfest organizing committee in Munich unveiled the official logo for the 2009 season. Ludus Tours still has affordable Oktoberfest package tours available for September and October. - February 25, 2009 - Ludus Tours
Lice Removal Salon Goes Mobile to Bring Nit-Picking Services to Oakland Schools
Hair Fairies Screen Oakland Students for Lice and Nits. - February 25, 2009 - Hair Fairies
Bowne & Co., Inc., Leading Provider of Shareholder and Marketing Communications Services Named Sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ Event on XBRL Part II on 03/18/09
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Bowne & Co., Inc., a leading provider of shareholder and marketing communications services will be a sponsor at the Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “XBRL Part II Implementation: Are You Ready?”. This 2-hour event is scheduled for March 18, 2008, Wednesday, at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET. - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Statement 142 Mergers and Acquisitions for Non Profits
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Statement 142 Mergers and Acquisitions for Non Profits. This two-hour event is scheduled on Thursday, May 4, 2009, at 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM (ET – New York). The... - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on XBRL Part II Implementation: Are You Ready?
The Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on XBRL Part II Implementation: Are You Ready?. This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (ET – New... - February 25, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Stock Agency PantherMedia Announces Cooperation with ProStockMaster, Launches New Stock Photography Blog
PantherMedia (http://www.panthermedia.net), the rapidly growing marketplace for royalty-free photography, today announced a cooperation with ProStockMaster (http://www.prostockmaster.com), the leading image upload and management software for microstock contributors. Contributing photographers of... - February 25, 2009 - PantherMedia GmbH
Great Hotels Organisation Targets Corporate Demand with the Launch of Metro Hotels
Great Hotels Organisation (GHO: http://www.ghorg.com), a global sales and marketing company is responding to changes in corporate hotel demand with the launch of Metro Hotels – a niche brand for mid-range, contemporary, city-centre hotels targeting the corporate traveller. Metro Hotels will... - February 25, 2009 - Great Hotels of the World
Council for Entrepreneurial Development’s Biotech 2009 Shatters Attendance Record
Joan Siefert Rose, president of the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced that CED’s Biotech 2009 conference, held Feb. 16-17 at the Raleigh... - February 25, 2009 - CED
Triple Knot Productions Seeks Generous Donors
Triple Knot Productions, a 501 (c) 3, not for profit video production company seeks donations and funding. Triple Knot Productions specializes in documentaries about individuals living with disabilities and how they overcome them. - February 25, 2009 - Triple Knot Productions, Inc
MediaVacationRentals.com Unveils Launch of New Bed and Breakfast Service
Winning addition of new Bed and Breakfast category to the list of services and features already provided by MediaVacationRentals.com makes the site a one-stop solution for both renters and owners when it comes to vacation rentals. - February 25, 2009 - Akena Technologies
Discover South Indochina in the Lap of Luxury
Luxury Travel has launched a new 10-day tour-package for splendor of an urban chic experience, culture, nature and heritage of the South Indochina from Saigon to Siem Riep. - February 25, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
The Wellness Community Offers Personal Training Program for NJ Marathon
If you’ve ever wished you had a personal trainer to help you prepare for a marathon or half marathon, now is your chance. The Wellness Community - Northern Jersey Shore is offering a comprehensive training program to help prepare for the NJ Marathon and the Long Branch Half Marathon in exchange for joining the Strides for Hope- Team Wellness charity marathon training team. All proceeds will support the free programs for people with cancer at The Wellness Community in Eatontown. - February 25, 2009 - The Wellness Community Northern Jersey Shore
Find Medical Help in Financially Tough Times
In many countries like Mexico, Puerto Rico or India clinics certified after medical US standards are catering like luxury hotels for the special needs of their foreign patients. ONMEDIX is a guide to medical service providers abroad and to the necessary information. This multilingual web portal, which has been developed in cooperation with the German university of Hohenheim, will bring patients and medical service providers from all around the world together. - February 25, 2009 - ONMEDIX
World-Class Wines Chosen at Virginia Wine Showcase™
People’s Choice Medallions to be Awarded to Eleven Virginia Wines. - February 25, 2009 - Farm Wineries council, Inc.
Hiring a Professional Remodeler Saves Money, Time and Aggravation
Although Americans are tightening their belts during these tough economic times, savvy homeowners know that remodeling projects are a wise investment for the future. Many also recognize that it’s smart to hire a pro instead of undertaking a major do-it-yourself project themselves, according... - February 25, 2009 - National Association of the Remodeling Industry
As State Economy Suffers, California Non-Profit Gets Creative - House Raffle Provides Critical Funding
California’s economy is at it’s worst, and while most California businesses are feeling the pressure, at least one California non-profit is making their own way instead. DesertArc is a non-profit organization that supports developmentally disabled people in the Coachella valley area. - February 25, 2009 - DesertArc
Publishing Innovator Victoria Blake to Show Authors/Publishers New Ways to Think About Book Content
Inventor of the "wovel" -- a serialized novel whose chapters are posted on the Web week by week as readers vote to decide where the story should go -- Victoria Blake of Underland Press will assert that books are not books, but content in book form on February 28th at Arizona Book Publishing Association's (ABPA) annual conference, Realities of Publishing: Preparing for Changes in the Industry http://azbookpub.com/events/annual-conference/. - February 25, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
ACN Prepares to Host its Largest Convention as San Diego Venue Sells Out
ACN, the world’s largest direct selling telecommunications company and video phone distributor, will host a historic event to a sold-out crowd in San Diego, California. ACN’s 2009 International Convention will be held February 27 – March 1 at the San Diego Convention... - February 25, 2009 - ACN News
NAI ChaneyBrooks Offers Accelerated Marketing Program to Help Property Owners and Financial Institutions Dispose of Troubled Real Estate Assets
The NAI Global Commercial Property PowerSale™ features auctions, sealed-bid sales to accelerate sales cycle and achieve highest possible price - February 25, 2009 - NAI ChaneyBrooks
NIKA Becomes First CarbonFree® Certified Water on the Market
Company will also donate 100% of profits to charities providing clean water & sanitation. - February 24, 2009 - Carbonfund.org
What Recession? Tell That to Over 2000 Business Women on BWU
With a global financial crisis, weak exchange rates and an economic melt down, it’s a nervous time for small businesses. As businesswomen across the world are anxiously reviewing their businesses, another group of women have discovered a new way to save money and make their businesses more efficient. Business Women Unite members are pulling together and uniting against the economic down turn, by supporting each others businesses and using their skills set and experiences to help each other out. - February 24, 2009 - Business Women Unite
Doing Good One Search or One Purchase at a Time
What if even a fraction of the $140 billion generated by search engine advertisers* and online shopping was directed towards the prevention of child abuse. That is the concept behind GoodSearch.com a new search engine powered by Yahoo! GoodSearch donates 50% of its revenue, approximately a penny... - February 24, 2009 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Country Side of North Vietnam Attracts Culture Savy Tourists
The Luxury Travel company has just launched a daytrip from Hanoi to amazing country side of North Vietnam. - February 24, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd