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Downtown Clearwater Block Party Celebrated by Diverse Community
On Saturday November 5th, 2016 over 3,300 residents flocked to downtown Clearwater to celebrate the Downtown Clearwater Fall Block Party sponsored by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization and six Humanitarian Centers on the block of Cleveland Street and Fort Harrison Avenue. These humanitarian centers are: The Human Rights Center of Florida; The Way to Happiness Association of Tampa Bay; Foundation for a Drug-Free World; Criminon; Scientology Volunteer Ministers. - November 10, 2016 - Church of Scientology
OpaVote's Online Voting Tool Increases Voter Turnout
Online Voting Software Company Announces Improved Voter Engagement with Secure, User Friendly Voting Tool - November 09, 2016 - OpaVote
Old Computers Getting a Second Chance in Toronto
The Electronic Recycling Association announces a new full-service depot in Toronto. - November 09, 2016 - Electronic Recycling Association
Friends of Yemin Orde Joins Global #GivingTuesday Movement
Friends of Yemin Orde (FYO) will participate in the #GivingTuesday global day of giving, which is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016. Funds raised will support important therapeutic programs and activities for at-risk youth at Yemin Orde Youth Village. - November 09, 2016 - Friends of Yemin Orde
The Travelers Protective Association Hosts National Training Session
St. Louis-based organization welcomes staff from 19 states. - November 09, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
Food Bank of South Jersey Hosts Annual Fundraising Gala, Viva South Jersey
The Food Bank of South Jersey – the area’s largest emergency food provider – is hosting its fourth annual Viva South Jersey Gala fundraiser on Thursday, November 10, 2016. The event features a Las-Vegas theme complete with charity gambling, live and silent auctions, and dinner/dancing. A highlight of the evening will be the presentation of FBSJ’s Champion Against Hunger Award to ShopRite, honoring the supermarket chain’s long-time role in supporting FBSJ’s mission and programs. - November 09, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Dress for Success Tampa Bay Celebrated Their 18th Anniversary in Style
Dress for Success Tampa Bay celebrated its 18th year in the community with a luncheon and fashion show Thursday, October 27 at the Doubletree by Hilton with keynote speaker, Marla Wynne, HSN fashion designer. More than 300 guests attended the luncheon in the spirit empowering women to achieve... - November 09, 2016 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
Los Angeles Jewish Community Leader Virginia A. Maas Appointed American Jewish University Board Chair
American Jewish University (AJU) is pleased to announce Mrs. Virginia A. Maas has been appointed Chairperson of the AJU Board of Trustees. Mrs. Maas is well-known and valued leader in the wider Los Angeles Jewish community, serving on numerous nonprofit organizations in a variety of capacities. - November 07, 2016 - American Jewish University
Music and Much More Comes to the California Vegetarian Food Festival
It’s not all about food and more food at the California Vegetarian Food Festival on November 13th. The festival venue, Raleigh Studios Hollywood, will also be bursting with musical entertainment and high-powered fitness programs. The Grammy Award-winning Timothy Boom will perform his... - November 07, 2016 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Burn Bans Remain in 76 Out of 82 Counties: Drought Conditions Persist
In Mississippi, 76 out of 82 counties remain under burn bans. The Governor's partial state level ban and all individual county bans remain in effect through the weekend. The dry cold front coming in today will make conditions favorable for an increase in the frequency and severity of wildfire activity. To see a complete list of burn bans in Mississippi, visit: www.mfc.ms.gov/burn-bans - November 06, 2016 - Mississippi Forestry Commission
Local Voice Experts Gather in Philadelphia to Discuss Rare Neurological Voice Disorder
Over 70 patients and family members will come together at an Educational Conference on Saturday, November 5, 2016, at the Hampton Inn City Center to learn more about the mysterious neurological voice disorder, spasmodic dysphonia. - November 05, 2016 - National Spasmodic Dypshonia Association
Drug-Free Tennessee Holds Events to Honor Red Ribbon Week for 2016
Drug-Free Tennessee holds a variety of events throughout the year to benefit the community through education and awareness. - November 05, 2016 - Drug Free South
Food Bank of South Jersey Names ShopRite 2016 Champion Against Hunger Awardee
ShopRite Honored for Its Long-Time Role in Supporting FBSJ’s Mission. The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) announced today that it has named ShopRite the 2016 Champion Against Hunger Award recipient. The award will be presented to the owners of ShopRite stores at FBSJ’s annual gala, Viva South Jersey, to be held November 10 at the Crowne Plaza in Cherry Hill, NJ. - November 05, 2016 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Best Buddies Champion to Host Bowling Event Fundraiser at AMF University Lanes
Best Buddies Tampa Bay Champion of the Year Team of John Schroeder together with his campaign manager, Nick Altieri, will host a Bowling Fundraiser at AMF University Lanes at 13109 N 56th St, Tampa, FL 33617 on November 12, 2016. Check in starts at 12:30 PM. “John is a major supporter of... - November 05, 2016 - Best Buddies Florida
United States Power Squadrons Digital Media Library Debuts Steering Basics Video
The United States Power Squadrons (USPS) is now premiering the new “Steering Basics” streaming media video in its Digital Media Library (DML). - November 05, 2016 - America's Boating Channel
Wildfire-Related Fatality Reported in Montgomery County
One wildfire-related fatality has been reported in Montgomery County, Miss. The Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC) would like to express their deepest condolences to those affected by the tragic incident. This incident brings to light the importance of adhering to all burn bans statewide. In Mississippi, 69 out of 82 counties remain under burn bans. The Governor's partial state level burn ban, which offers no exemptions, and all individual county burn bans remain in effect through the weekend - November 05, 2016 - Mississippi Forestry Commission
Historic Fort Harrison Features "Spooktacular" Old-Time Radio Show Dramatic Reading
On Saturday, 29 October, the Halloween-themed Old Time Radio Show reading of L. Ron Hubbard’s 1936 classic suspense tale “The Death Flyer” came to life in the Fort Harrison’s Crystal Ballroom courtesy of the East Coast Golden Age Theater. In addition to providing unique entertainment, the performance also raised donations to support “Toys for Tots” for underprivileged children in the Tampa Bay area. - November 04, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Rocklin CA Chiropractors Help Veterans Avoid Opioid Addiction
Rocklin Chiropractors, Dr. Scott Beavers and Dr. Marianne Abate, are offering Veterans free Chiropractic care on Veterans Day. All Veterans seeking relief from chronic pain are welcome at Better Health Chiropractic on Friday, November 11, 2016. Chiropractic care will be provided to these Veterans... - November 04, 2016 - Better Health Chiropractic
AAUW Celebrates Jane Addams Day on UIC Campus on December 10th
American Association of University Women-Illinois (AAUW-IL) and Illinois Woman’s Press Association (IWPA) are proud to announce the 10th Annual Jane Addams Day Celebration. The event will be held at the UIC Student Center at 1pm on Sat., December 10th, 2016. Join members and guests for the program “Women, Leadership, and Election Politics: Jane Addams and Ellen Gates Starr” featuring Historian Louise W. Knight, Dr. Annie V. F. Storr and Musician Kristin Lems. - November 04, 2016 - Chicago AAUW
Buckhead Council of Neighborhoods Endorses City of Atlanta’s T-SPLOST Referendum
Organization Representing Eighteen North Atlanta Neighborhood Associations Supports Sales Tax Increase - November 04, 2016 - Buckhead Council of Neighborhoods
Keep Irving Beautiful Volunteers Make a Difference
The University of Dallas (UD) men's lacrosse team and members of Girl Scout Troop 2871 teamed up with Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) and the City of Irving Aquatics staff for a paint project at Lively Pointe Youth swimming pool facility. The group of 18 adults and 5 youth added a fresh coat of paint... - November 04, 2016 - Keep Irving Beautiful
German Bible Society to Publish Unique Illustrated Bible
3,333 Bible illustrations by Willy Wiedmann depicting the Old and New Testament in two volumes. The Wiedmann Media AG and the German Bible Society will publish a one of a kind Bible Art-Edition by the end of 2017. It depicts the complete Old and New Testament in 3,333 images and was painted by the German artist Willy Wiedmann. - November 03, 2016 - Wiedmann Media AG
Temple Beth Hillel of South Windsor to Host Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
People of all religious backgrounds come together to worship under one roof - November 03, 2016 - Temple Beth Hillel
On a Mission of Civiliti ... See Things Differently... People Equally
With a uniquely new "self-sustainable" business model, Civiliti launches its Indiegogo Campaign today utilizing EcoArt to support environmental sustainability and human rights non-profits directly. African masks and sculptures, photography, painting, music and other original artisan works... - November 02, 2016 - Civiliti Corporation
Exclusive Interview with Virtuoso Keyboardist Jordan Rudess of Dream Theater
Virtuoso keyboardist Jordan Rudess of Dream Theater and Liquid Tension Experiment reveals how he became successful in the music industry, in an exclusive interview featured on the inspirational website RiseUpEight.org. In this candid interview, Rudess discusses his career and beginnings as a... - November 02, 2016 - RiseUpEight
Global Village Market to be Held at Littleton United Methodist Church
The local United Methodist Church in Littleton, CO announced today that it will offer fair trade items for sale November 11 and 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and November 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - November 02, 2016 - Littleton United Methodist Church
North Carolina Fine Wines Society Creates Scholarship Fund
The North Carolina Fine Wines Society has created a Scholarship Fund to be managed by the Winston-Salem Foundation. The North Carolina Fine Wines Society was created to promote the quality of North Carolina Wines and provide financial assistance to students attending NC accredited associate and undergraduate programs in wine related field of studies. - November 02, 2016 - Fine Wines of NC
Bringing Solar to the Homeless: Volunteers, Enphase, JinkoSolar, and Solplicity Score Win for Committee on the Shelterless
Volunteer Crew to Complete Nonprofit Rooftop Installation - November 02, 2016 - Everybody Solar
KIB and UTD Students Help Make YMCA Fall Festival a Green Event
On Friday, October 28, the Irving Family YMCA was transformed into a Fall Festival, with attendees of all ages dressed in costumes and enjoying the variety of activities that were offered. Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) once again partnered with the YMCA to help make this a “Green Event.”... - November 02, 2016 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Giving Back to the Community - The Voilà Foundation Embraces Atlanta
"Giving With Style" - The Voilà Foundation announces its new, non profit 501(c)(3) status for Georgia Charitable Corporations serving the greater metropolitan Atlanta community. - November 01, 2016 - The Voilà Foundation
The Gateway Family YMCA Offers LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA
A physical activity and well-being intitative for cancer survivors. - November 01, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Y’s Zoe for President Campaign Aims to Get Parents to the Polls
The Y Organizes Nationwide Child Care Initiative, Zoe’s Kids Day Out, on Election Day to Support Busy Parents - November 01, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Teams Up with NJ YMCAS to Kickoff Healthy U
Healthy U is a collaborative partnership between the New Jersey YMCA State Alliance and the Horizon Foundation for New Jersey. - November 01, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Dream Foundation Hosts 15th Annual Dreamland Gala
Vital Funds Raised Will Help Fulfil the End-of-Life Dreams of Terminally-Ill Adults - November 01, 2016 - Dream Foundation
United States Power Squadrons Digital Media Library Debuts Departing Video
The United States Power Squadrons (USPS) is now premiering the new “Departing” streaming media video in its Digital Media Library (DML). - October 31, 2016 - America's Boating Channel
Central Presbyterian Church Announces Men’s Night Shelter Reopens Nov. 1
Central Night Shelter (CNS) in downtown Atlanta, GA reopens to house up to 100 men during the winter months. - October 30, 2016 - Central Presbyterian Church - Atlanta
Premier Jewish Education in a Contemporary Reform Setting
Temple Beth Hillel's Adult Education Series is Proud to Present Renowned Jewish Educator Jo Bruce to discuss The Book of Daniel. - October 29, 2016 - Temple Beth Hillel
National, Local Women's Business Groups, NAWBO, Endorse Kirkpatrick, Sinema
The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) has announced its endorsement of Ann Kirkpatrick in her bid for election as U.S. Senator from Arizona and Kyrsten Sinema in her bid for re-election to Congress from Arizona’s 9th District. “The Phoenix Chapter of NAWBO is... - October 29, 2016 - NAWBO Phoenix
“An International Evening of Opera” Supports Common Sense Values at the Scientology Information Center
On Sunday, 23 October, Viennese opera singer Susanne Epple performed a concert in honor of The Way to Happiness precepts, “Set a good example,” “Be competent” and “Try to treat others as you would like to be treated” at the Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater. People of diverse nationalities, backgrounds, religions and professions came together to enjoy the music. - October 29, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Central Outreach & Advocacy Center Wins Two Platinum MarCom Awards
The Central Outreach & Advocacy Center in downtown Atlanta, GA receives two awards for book showcasing the artwork of its clients. - October 29, 2016 - Central Presbyterian Church - Atlanta
New Video: Welcome to Temple Beth Hillel in South Windsor, CT
Temple Beth Hillel’s New Welcome Video Highlights the Temple’s Warmth and Inclusiveness. - October 29, 2016 - Temple Beth Hillel
Source Molecular Supports 3 Conferences in October
Source Molecular Corporation sponsored three separate conferences in Michigan, Texas and Montana this October, emphasizing the importance of identifying sources of water pollution in solving water quality related problems. Source Molecular’s Grace Anderson attended the Water... - October 29, 2016 - Source Molecular Corporation
Source Molecular Attends 12th CASQA Conference
Source Molecular Corporation once again makes an appearance at the annual conference hosted by the California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA). The 12th conference was held on September 12 to 14, 2016, at Paradise Point in San Diego with the theme “Stormwater Evolution: Source to... - October 28, 2016 - Source Molecular Corporation
Annapurna Trek to Defeat Leprosy
Trek Annapurna and have a life-transforming experience for you and people affected by leprosy; Challenge to walk the Annapurna Trek in Nepal; Event to help transform the lives of people affected by leprosy - October 28, 2016 - The Leprosy Mission Australia
Support Women in the Church; Come to an Equali-Tea
Invitation to drinks and appetizers at St. Joseph's Brewery 540 College Ave. Indianapolis 46202. In anticipation of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops' General Assembly in Baltimore you will have a chance to sign a "ballot" stating that you vote "yes" that women's voices should be included at every table where church decisions and policies are made. - October 27, 2016 - St. Mary of Magdela Catholic Community
District 15 Toastmasters Announces Winners
District 15 Toastmasters announced winners of the humorous and table topics speech contests held Saturday, October 22. Isaac Hassel of Idaho Falls, Idaho, took first place in the humorous contest; Gillian Whitney of Providence, Utah, was first in the table topics contest. Toastmasters humorous... - October 27, 2016 - Toastmasters District 15
The Travelers Protective Association Raises $2,100 at First Annual Fundraiser
Money raised to benefit organization's scholarship fund. - October 27, 2016 - Travelers Protective Association
Society of Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Tampa Bay Offers Chance to Win Free Professional Development Workshop
Society of Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Tampa Bay will offer member Harvesting Skills & Connections attendees who bring a business development leader the chance to win a free professional development workshop by Cyndi Gundi. - October 27, 2016 - Society for Marketing Professional Services Tampa Bay
How Does Saving a Wildebeest Migration Help Giraffes?
Understanding interactions among species assists wildlife conservation. The seasonal presence of thousands of migratory wildebeests reduces local lion predation on giraffe calves, resulting in greater survival of giraffes. Conservation of disappearing migratory wildlife has positive ripples throughout the ecosystem. - October 27, 2016 - Wild Nature Institute
Downtown San Mateo’s Largest Mural, Good Life
Friday Night Live is the kick-off event to benefit a capital campaign to fund Downtown San Mateo's newest and largest mural, Good Life, along with four additional public art installations in 2017. - October 26, 2016 - Inspire Art Exhibits