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BringChivalryBack.com Awards Its "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" to CBS-TV's Program "The Big Bang Theory," and Cast Members Melissa Rauch and Simon Helberg
For including a brief yet poignant exchange promoting the meaning and positive impact of chivalry, CBS's TV program "The Big Bang Theory" and cast members Melissa Rauch and Simon Helberg have been awarded the honor of "Chivalry Role Model of the Month" for November, 2014. The award, presented by BringChivalryBack.com, recognizes noteworthy instances of chivalry, grandiose or small, which demonstrate the benefits such gestures can have. - December 03, 2014 - Bring Chivalry Back
Gigaton Gifts Puts a Tree in Every Holiday Card
Low-cost program lets customers fight climate change, deforestation and poverty when sending holiday greetings by helping to restore ecologically critical mangrove forests. - December 02, 2014 - Gigaton Gifts
SavingSpecies, Third Millenium Alliance, and Grupo Ecológico Jama-Coaque Announce New Partnership to Restore Coastal Forests in Ecuador
New project will connect isolated forests and will protect critically endangered monkeys, birds, and frogs. - December 02, 2014 - SavingSpecies, Inc
Thai Students with No Handicaps Use Sign Language to Learn English
Over 90 grade one to nine students enjoy the use of a simplified sign language in learning English by acting out the lyrics of the song they are singing at a free English camp ran by Filipino teachers. - December 02, 2014 - FATE Thailand
Dementia Epidemic Drives Growth
Dementia Society of America Announces New Members to Board of Directors. - December 01, 2014 - Dementia Society of America
Morton Grove Winter Farmers' Market Sat, Dec. 6th 9-2
Winter Market Details; Who: The Morton Grove Farmers’ Market; What: Indoor Winter Markets; When: The first Saturdays of December and February; Saturday, December 6th 9:00 am – 2:00 pm; Saturday, February 7th 9:00 am – 2:00 pm; Where: Village of Morton Grove American Legion Memorial Civic Center 6140 Dempster Street, Morton Grove, IL 60053. - November 29, 2014 - Morton Grove Farmers' Market
Will These Kids Make It to School Next Year? Mosqoy Needs Your Help to Fund Their Programs in the Peruvian Andes.
Mosqoy, a registered Canadian-Peruvian charity working with indigenous youth in Peru, funds Peruvian students from rural communities to attend post-secondary education, supports indigenous weavers to sell their traditional textiles at fair-trade marketplaces and works with elementary schools, high... - November 29, 2014 - Mosqoy
Nashville Church of Scientology Observes the Holiday Season
The Nashville Church of Scientology opens its doors to people of all faith traditions and celebrates the holidays with traditional events and get-togethers for friends and families. - November 29, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Christmas Comes Early for 60 Immigrant Youth and Families
Local businessman gives back through donation of computers to Calgary newcomers adjusting to life in Canada. - November 28, 2014 - Electronic Recycling Association
Fullerton Tool Expanding in Saginaw County, Adding 58 New Jobs
Fullerton Tool Company is opening a new manufacturing facility in Thomas Township with support from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today. The expansion is expected to generate $8 million in new private investment and add 58 new... - November 27, 2014 - Saginaw Future
Tennessee Human Rights Day Celebration to Honor Freedom Fighters
The 2014 Tennessee Human Rights Day Celebration will pay special tribute to the late John Seigenthaler and George Barrett. - November 27, 2014 - United for Human Rights
Georgia Banks Earn $810.1 Million During Third Quarter
Georgia’s 213 state-based FDIC insured banks earned $810.1 million during the third quarter of 2014, more than three times as much as they did in the same quarter of 2013. - November 27, 2014 - Georgia Bankers Association
Tragedy to Triumph: Triumph Foundation Brings Hope & Resources to Paralyzed This Holiday Season
Triumph Foundation visits Southern California hospitals to bring people who have recently become paralyzed Care Baskets full of resources, have a Christmas party, and deliver a message of hope for life after spinal cord injury. - November 26, 2014 - Triumph Foundation
Midwest Disaster Consortium Created Through Partnership of Lutheran Agencies
Lutheran Disaster Response announces the development of a Midwest Disaster Consortium that will be focused on creating sustainability for essential disaster staff at Lutheran Disaster Response affiliate Social Ministry Organizations within a four-state region, including Minnesota, North Dakota,... - November 26, 2014 - Lutheran Services in America
Chivalry Advocate John Rasiej of BringChivalryBack.com Weighs In on Transatlantic Debate About Chivalry on BBC Radio
Chivalry advocate John Rasiej of Wycombe, Pennsylvania, appeared on BBC Radio as a featured guest November 20th in a radio broadcast with noted Radio Host Graham Torrington. The program delved into whether the claim in a recent book by Sir Terry Wogan that “chivalry is dead” is valid. - November 26, 2014 - Bring Chivalry Back
Salt Lake City Mission Community Partnerships Continue Providing Thousands in Need with a Thanksgiving Feast
"The Salt Lake City Mission seeks to serve the homeless community by providing emergency services and long-term recovery programs, the Mission helps to meet the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of individuals in the greater Salt Lake area. Through daily outreaches providing food, clothing, hygiene items, counseling, life skills, education, ministry and most importantly 'A way out!'" - Pastor Wilson - November 25, 2014 - Salt Lake City Mission
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Bruce H. Levin M.D. with Special Times Square Appearance
Bruce H. Levin, M.D., of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Pain Medicine. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Dr. Levin's image will be projected over Times Square, New York, on November 28th, 2014. - November 25, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Lexsynergy’s Webinar Series Shifts Focus to Geographic Domain Name Extensions
Geographic domains are gaining popularity, but at what cost to brand holders? - November 25, 2014 - Lexsynergy Limited
Bible More Relevant Than Ever
2 Major Hollywood Blockbusters + 1 Year Anniversary, Millions of Bible App for Kids Downloads - November 24, 2014 - OneHope
Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce Looks Ahead to 2015
The Morton Grove Chamber's Board of Directors has streamlined the organization by adopting a new set of bylaws and is planning to provide the local business community with new ways of promoting trade, industry and the public good in the new year. - November 24, 2014 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce Announces Annual Holiday Party
The Morton Grove Chamber's Board of Directors has issued an invitation to the business community to attend their annual holiday event which will be held at Inland Bank located at 6111 West Dempster Street in Morton Grove, IL on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 from 5 to 8 pm with a $10 per person donation requested. - November 24, 2014 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
Durham, NC Inventory Professional Achieves Certification
National Inventory Certification Association recognizes member Robert Woodson for achieving the designation of Certified Inventory Specialist. - November 24, 2014 - National Inventory Certification Association
Source Molecular to be Featured in EPA Technology Showcase
The EPA will be presenting next month cutting-edge water technologies it has developed including Source Water Tracking wherein Source Molecular is a partner. - November 23, 2014 - Source Molecular Corporation
Food Bank of South Jersey Announces Details for Holiday "Turkey Drop"
The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) announced today that its annual turkey drop event will be held on Saturday, November 22, from 8 am to 1 pm, at the organization’s headquarters on 1501 John Tipton Boulevard in Pennsauken, NJ. The largest emergency food provider serving Camden, Gloucester,... - November 22, 2014 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Liberty Baptist Church Helps Children in Need Around the World
Liberty Baptist Church delivered 575 gift-filled shoe boxes to Operation Christmas Child. Church volunteers filled the boxes with toys, school supplies and hygiene items to create gifts for children all around the world. These children live in severe poverty and for many, these shoe boxes will be the first gift they have ever received. - November 21, 2014 - Liberty Baptist Church
Indian Dental Association Launches "Healthy Smile Happy Smile" Campaign
Plans to reach 1200 students through this Children’s Day Campaign running from 14th November 2014. To promote healthy brushing habits and oral hygiene in a fun and interactive way amongst children. - November 21, 2014 - Indian Dental Association
Local Church Confirms New Lead Pastor
Mission Community Church in Gilbert, AZ has hired Joel Thomas as Lead Pastor effective January 1, 2015. Joel Thomas was previous Lead Pastor at North Point Church in Alpharetta, GA. Mission is one of the largest churches in Arizona with over 5,500 people attending weekend services. - November 20, 2014 - Mission Community Church
NAWBO's "Red Affair" Holiday Luncheon is Dec. 10
Event's silent auction will raise money for scholarships awarded through the Women's Enterprise Foundation. - November 20, 2014 - NAWBO Phoenix
New Jersey Chapter Chapter of Autism Speaks Awards Grants to Support Local Organizations
141 Service Providers Granted Funding for Programs Across the Country. - November 20, 2014 - Autism Speaks, New Jersey Chapter
Looming Winter Underscores Importance of Candle Safety on Holidays and in Power Outages
National Candle Association, National Association of State Fire Marshals Offer Fire Safety Tips. - November 20, 2014 - National Candle Association
Quitgate Organizes Quit Smoking Awareness in Commemoration of the Great American Smoke Out Nov. 20
QuitGate, a one-stop quit smoking platform in line with its mission to save lives, creates awareness and offers products with huge discounts to encourage smokers quit as part of The Great American Smoke Out Celebrations. - November 19, 2014 - Quitgate, LLC
Project Abby Aims to Improve the Lives of Kids with Autism in Latin America
Project Abby aims to improve communication and learning for kids with autism in Latin America. They have created toys and technological tools that they want to distribute to 500 low-income autism families this Christmas, as well as a follow-up from their psychologists and therapist (3 months) and to link them to a specialized institution in their community! - November 19, 2014 - Project Abby
Zonta Trivia Night Fundraiser Set for April 11, 2015
Early bird registration is open until Dec. 31 and CBS4's Ed Greene will emcee the event for the second year. - November 19, 2014 - Zonta Douglas County
NCVMA Presents $2,500 Animal Welfare Grant to Wilson County Animal Shelter
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Supports Local Animal Shelter. - November 19, 2014 - NCVMA
Be Immersed in Culture and Art of the African Diaspora at the 2014 African Diaspora Holiday Bazaar and Crafts Fair
African Diaspora Unification East Bay presents the first Annual Bazaar & Crafts Fair to celebrate the people, art, knowledge and cultural vibrancy that has resulted from the dispersal of Africans throughout the world. The goal is to open dialogue between the many people that call the Bay Area... - November 18, 2014 - African Diaspora Unification
Chinese Community Church of South Bay Hosts Operation Christmas Child in the Torrance Area
The Children’s Program and the Youth Group program of the Chinese Community Church of South Bay supported its annual Operation Christmas Child event to deliver shoe boxes filled with gifts of love to children all around the world. - November 18, 2014 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
US-China Climate Change Deal: EU Initiative Calls on Innovators to Exceed Targets
Bertrand van Ee, CEO of Climate-KIC, the EU’s largest public-private innovation partnership focused on mitigating and adapting to climate change, has called on innovators and entrepreneurs to step up their “open innovation” efforts to bring down CO2 emission levels, boost the... - November 17, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Operation: Coming Home Begins Construction of Home for Marine Cpl. Ryan Wightman
Nonprofit Organization and Royal Oaks Homes to Build Ninth Hero Home in Fuquay-Varina Neighborhood - November 16, 2014 - Operation Coming Home
National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses Makes History
The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses (NAWRB) held their Inaugural Conference on October 27-29th in Long Beach, CA providing more national awareness, opportunities, and access to capital for women and women-owned businesses specializing in the housing economy. For the first... - November 15, 2014 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
WCT BC Joins Partners in Celebration of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day Vancouver
As part of Global Entrepreneurship week, Canadian Women in Communications and Technology (WCT) the national association dedicated to advancing women in communications and tech, will take part in a worldwide celebration of female entrepreneurs. WCT BC and partners, BCTIA, Futurpreneur and ACETECH... - November 15, 2014 - Women in Communications and Technology
Committee Announces Awardees for 2014 Tennessee Human Rights Day Celebration
The committee planning Tennessee’s annual Human Rights Day celebration has just released the names of the 2014 awardees. - November 15, 2014 - United for Human Rights
NMBC Hosts Dr. Nilda Perez’ Book Tour: The Leadership Shift: The Strategic Positioning of Business Leaders
On Thursday, November 20th, the National Minority Business Council (NMBC) will be hosting Dr. Nilda Perez’ book tour and discussion event promoting her new book, "The Leadership Shift: The Strategic Positioning of Business Leaders." "We are pleased to support and host Dr. - November 15, 2014 - National Minority Business Council
Source Molecular to Offer Advanced Digital PCR Technology
Source Molecular's clients with large projects now have the option to have their water samples tested using a more advanced microbial source tracking technology. - November 15, 2014 - Source Molecular Corporation
Dr. Jerry W. Pratt Honored as Lifetime VIP Member in Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Jerry W. Pratt, of Schoolcraft, Michigan, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Cardiothoracic Surgery. - November 14, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville Opens Art Exhibit by Stephen Hackley
Artwork by Stephen Hackley is now on display at the Nashville Church of Scientology. - November 14, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
John Paul DeJoria Pledges $100K to Dream Foundation to Serve the Final Dreams of U.S. Military Veterans
The co-founder of John Paul Mitchell Systems and The Patrón Spirits Company presents Dream Foundation with $100,000 commitment at 20th Anniversary Celebration of Dreams Gala. - November 14, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Dream Foundation Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary by Honoring Strength and Spirit of 20,000 Dream Recipients
Distinguished guests, dream recipients and celebrities from around the country came together to raise vital funds to benefit end-of-life dreams. - November 14, 2014 - Dream Foundation
StagedHomes.com® and IAHSP® Summarizes Conference, Announces Award Winners
StagedHomes.com® and International Association of Home Staging Professionals® recently held its ASP® 2014 IAHSP® Educational Conference on Whidbey Island. Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging® and CEO of StagedHomes.com®, announced that conference attendees earned a new designation in Home Staging – The Buyer’s Trend Specialist, (ASP®-BTS™). In addition, awards were given and conference sponsors were recognized. - November 14, 2014 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
R4 Alliance Marches Forward for Veteran Advocacy with the Patriots Parade Initiative
R4 is a national alliance of organizations supporting Our Military Family joining forces to improve quality of services. R4 has over 38 member organizations who have served over 140,000. R4 is launching the Patriots Parade inspiring America to accomplish personal summits in honor of the fallen to support the living. - November 13, 2014 - R4 Alliance
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti to Receive Civic Leader Award at the Breath of Life™ Awards on November 20, 2014
On November 20, 2014, Breathe California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA) is pleased to recognize Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti with the Civic Leader Award for his fresh, innovation efforts to create a healthier, greener, more sustainable Los Angeles. Mayor Garcetti’s nomination as the... - November 13, 2014 - Breathe California of Los Angeles