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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
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
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
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)
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
The Thrill of Flight and More at E-Fest, Champaign, Illinois’ Annual Model Airplane Festival
The 4th Annual E-Fest – an indoor electric festival featuring radio-controlled model airplanes, helicopters and jets. - January 23, 2009 - Academy of Model Aeronautics
Western Washington Student Wins $7,000 Scholar at Sea Scholarship
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) has awarded the Spring 2009 Scholar at Sea Scholarship to Alexandra Gawron. The $ 7,000 scholarship will partially cover her participation in the Semester at Sea program, which allows students to visit nearly a dozen countries while studying on a... - January 23, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Co-Authors of New Book, "Mission Inc." to be Interviewed Live on Planet Good Radio
Kevin Lynch and Julius Walls, Jr., co-authors of the ground-breaking new book, "Mission, Inc.: The Practitioner's Guide to Social Enterprise," are scheduled for an interview next week on Planet Good Radio. They will discuss their views on what it takes to create a successful social enterprise. - January 23, 2009 - Planet Good Group, Inc.
Tushaus Announces Jack Gebhardt as President
Tushaus Computer Services, Inc. welcomes Jack Gebhardt as President. In addition to his management responsibilities, Gebhardt will become a shareholder in the company. He has enjoyed a successful career providing leadership and management spanning over 25 years. Gebhardt will serve as President,... - January 23, 2009 - Tushaus Computer Services
Community Music Center Creates Mission Advisory Council on Community Involvement
Community Music Center (CMC) announces its first-ever advisory council on community involvement, the Mission Advisory Council. CMC’s main branch has resided in the Mission district, a primarily Latino neighborhood, for 88 years. In 2007 the school developed its Music for the Mission... - January 23, 2009 - Community Music Center
Registration Opens for DevNexus 2009
Registration Opens for DevNexus 2009, the professional developer conference in Atlanta. - January 23, 2009 - Atlanta Java Users Group
Falcons Hamlet Selects f8 Photo Studios for New Marketing Material, Preferred Vendor for Brides
f8 Photo Studios gaining recognition from large vendors who seek better relationships with their vendors. - January 23, 2009 - f8 Photo Studios
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Names Edith J. Castillo as Program Officer
Castillo's primary responsibility will be to provide program support for the New Economy Initiative. - January 23, 2009 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Surrey Marquee Hire Company Launches New Wedding Marquee Package and Bar Hire Facilities to Beat Economic Downturn
Tom Longhurst, MD of Out Is In marquee hire describes the new ‘Chinese Hat’ marquee added to the range and why a new wedding service and contemporary bar facilities will make all the difference in the challenging year ahead. - January 23, 2009 - Out Is In
Build an Armadillo Greenhouse for Fresh, Safe, and Convenient Produce
Armadillo Greenhouse.com has released Build Your Own Tomato Greenhouse - Armadillo Greenhouse Plans. The economy greenhouse plans are in a 17-page full color book with 31 photos, CD ROM for PC, Download, or E-Book format from Armadillo Greenhouse .com. With freshness and food safety issues in the news, now is the time to start planning that Spring garden. The Armadillo helps conserve soil moisture and humidity to get the most of your watering dollar. - January 23, 2009 - Armadillo Greenhouse .com
New Study Reveals HAPPYneuron Online Cognitive Training Exercises Improve Brain Performance
New study using scientifically validated program, HAPPYneuron, is evidence of the positive impact of online cognitive training. - January 23, 2009 - Happy Neuron
Burns Grove Celebrates 250th Anniversary of Poet’s Birth
Award-winning conservation charity Trees for Life is encouraging people to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns on 25 January by supporting the creation of a Burns Grove of native trees in Scotland’s Caledonian Forest. “This is a fantastic way to honour Robert... - January 23, 2009 - Trees for Life
Auto Insurance Fraud Increasing—how It Affects Policyholders
InsuranceBureau.com reports that economic conditions are creating a surge in auto insurance fraud. - January 23, 2009 - InsuranceBureau.com
Free Teleconference to Address Multiple Challenges in Step Dating
The Step and Blended Family Institute and Blended-Families.com announce a Free Step Dating Teleconference on January 22, 2009 starting at 9 pm EST. Topics to be addressed include: conscious dating, relationship building, safeguarding your children’s interests while dating and remarriage preparation. - January 22, 2009 - Blended-Families.com, LLC
Rising Star Hosts Olympics in Monterey. Exhibition Features State and Regional Champions.
Rising Star Gymnastics, the top gymnastics club in Monterey, announced today that it will host its annual Olympics in Monterey Exhibition and Barbeque on Saturday, January 31st from 1:30-4:00 PM at its gym at 2024 Del Monte Boulevard in Monterey. The event is sponsored by Boosters at Rising Star,... - January 22, 2009 - Rising Star Gymnastics
Joan Siefert Rose to Speak at Women’s Edge Magazine Luncheon
The Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) (www.cednc.org), a nonprofit organization formed to stimulate the creation and growth of high-impact companies, has announced that Joan Siefert Rose, CED president, is scheduled to speak at the Women’s Edge magazine luncheon on Thursday, Jan. - January 22, 2009 - CED
Raleigh Receives High Accolades in 2008
Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that Raleigh and North Carolina were honored with numerous national accolades in 2008. Together, Raleigh and North Carolina ranked number one in eight categories, in the top five of 14... - January 22, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Private Cellar Treasures to Find New Homes at World’s Most Successful Charity Wine Auction
Prized wines and memorable events offered for auction at 2009 Naples Winter Wine Festival. - January 22, 2009 - Naples Winter Wine Festival
Iraq Veterans Against the War - Presidential Inauguration
IVAW, Iraq Veterans Against The War, is proud to announce the start of their National Awareness Campaign geared at bringing attention to the suffering caused by the War in Iraq, both to our returning soldiers and to Iraq’s people. Using the upcoming Presidential Inauguration as a launching... - January 22, 2009 - IVAW