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TECH Outreach Hunts for Women to Empower
TECH Outreach faces challenges in recruiting eligible women for its Credit & Savings Scheme that it obtained a grant from Khazanah Nasional. - June 05, 2014 - TECH Outreach
New Developments in Europe’s Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy to be Highlighted on World Environment Day in Brussels
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, will highlight new developments in Europe’s on-going transition to a low-carbon economy on World Environment Day, 5 June, in Brussels this week. A Climate-KIC delegation will discuss innovative technologies and new opportunities for European collaboration to confront the climate change challenge in a series of roundtable discussions and workshops. - June 04, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Angie Cox
Angie Cox, of Gifford, Illinois, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the Arts field. - June 04, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who
The Mission Chapel is Giving Away Five Mini Engagement Photo Shoot
Today, The Mission Chapel, a boutique wedding chapel that provides a cheap wedding venue to couples for small weddings up to 20 people or eloping couples in the Phoenix area as an alternative to Justice of the Peace Phoenix Wedding or Phoenix Court Wedding, announced that they are celebrating their grand opening with a Mini Engagement Photo Shoot Giveaway to five lucky couples. Details at The Mission Chapel website: www.themissionchapel.com - June 04, 2014 - The Mission Chapel
Austin Charity Making a Difference for Children with Autism
Central Texas families awarded sponsorship for therapies. - June 04, 2014 - Imagine A Way Foundation
ACEC New York Recognizes Karen Rae with Chair’s Award; Engineer of the Year and New Principal of the Year Also Honored
The American Council of Engineering Companies of New York (ACEC New York) will present its Chair’s Award to the New York State Deputy Secretary for Transportation, Karen Rae, on June 11th at the Union League Club in NYC. Two consulting engineers, John Waltz, P.E. and Brian R. Miller, P.E., will receive the Engineer of the Year and the New Principal of the Year awards, respectively. - June 04, 2014 - ACEC New York
Atlanta, Virginia Motorcyclists Ride for Kids with Brain Tumors
Motorcyclists in Atlanta and Virginia combined to raise $149,083 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on June 1. More than 780 motorcyclists attended Ride for Kids events in Cumming, Ga., and Mechanicsville, Va., to honor local children with brain tumors. These Stars were Alexa, Allie, Amy,... - June 04, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Climate-KIC Launches Europe’s Largest Cleantech Idea Competition
Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative, has kicked-off Europe’s largest business idea competition, CleanLaunchpad. Aspiring entrepreneurs across ten European countries will compete for three places in the world’s largest climate-specific start-up accelerator,... - June 03, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Curve Nation Brings Plus Size Powerhouses to Orlando Area
The Curve Nation Plus Size Expo hosted by international plus size model and star of Curvy Girls on NUVOtv, Rosie Mercado is July 11th - 13th in Orlando, FL. Speakers include CEO of Full Figured Fashion Week, Gwen DeVoe, and Lifetime's Double Divas. - June 02, 2014 - Curve Nation
Morton Grove's Chamber of Commerce Seeks Golfers for June 18, 2014
The Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce & Industry is holding their 36th Annual Golf Outing which is the organization's biggest fundraiser and networking opportunity for those seeking to promote their business in and around Morton Grove, IL - June 02, 2014 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
Bird Conservation Leaders and International Migratory Bird Day Sponsors Recognized
Leaders in bird conservation and International Migratory Bird Day were recognized by Partners in Flight, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Environment for the Americas. Recipients from Puerto Rico, Canada, the United States, and Mexico work to protect habitat, offer community education programs, study rare and imperiled birds, and improve methods of coffee production. - June 01, 2014 - Environment for the Americas
Learn About Human Rights for Free with Experts from All Around the World
By the end of August, MOOC Chile (http://www.moocchile.com) will launch a free online course "International Human Rights." The program is led by Dr. José Zalaquett, a human rights activist since 1973 and human rights professor since 1995. Watch the trailer here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIOp504lLts - June 01, 2014 - MOOC Chile
Regi Wooten "The Teacher" Jams with Musicians at Church of Scientology
The Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville is proud to announce that Regi Wooten will return for part two of his “My Approach to Music” seminar and jam session this August. - May 31, 2014 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Pet Expo Fun Results in Donation to Teacher Grant Program
The Pets in the Classroom grant program will be able to provide 65 teachers with funding to purchase classroom pets thanks to money raised during America’s Family Pet Expo. - May 31, 2014 - Pet Care Trust
SATA CommHealth Sends World No Tobacco Day Message with a Different Focus
It highlights the other joys of life and staying smoke-free while offering smokers a complimentary spirometry. - May 31, 2014 - SATA CommHealth
Mountain Lake Commits to Community Sustainability in Partnership with Audubon International
Joining six other Florida communities pursuing certification through the Sustainable Communities Program, the private community of Mountain Lake is now working with Audubon International to become a leader in community sustainability. Audubon International’s Sustainable Communities Program... - May 31, 2014 - Audubon International
Koenders Water Solutions Inc. Announces Partnership with Audubon International
Koenders Water Solutions Inc. announced today that the company has partnered with Audubon International as a corporate sponsor of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program (ACSP). The ASCP is an award winning education and certification program that helps entities such as golf courses, parks, and... - May 31, 2014 - Audubon International
Morton Grove Chamber Invites Vets to 36th Annual Golf Outing
The Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce cordially invites all Service Personnel and Veterans to join them for the 36th Annual Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce & Industry Golf Outing on June 18, 2014. - May 31, 2014 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
Wohlsifer Outlines Plan to Save Florida's Water Systems
Bill Wohlsifer explains his plan to help Florida industry and raise money to save the Florida water systems. - May 31, 2014 - Wohlsifer for Attorney General
Current Species Loss 1000 Times Higher Than Normal, Say SavingSpecies Scientists
A new scientific study shows extinction rates are much higher than normal, but technology and innovation provide hope for conservation. - May 30, 2014 - SavingSpecies, Inc
Celebrity Hosted Charity Event for Uninsured Cancer Patients
Guinness Book of World Records recipient, Matt Bostic, will be attempting to break current basketball records at the Eastmoreland Courts in Portland, OR. on June 1st, 2014. He will attempt to make 1000 NBA three pointers in one hour; this time shooting for a patient with a brain Tumor. "We... - May 30, 2014 - shootforlife.org
Finding New Leadership for the Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center: a Perspective from Advocacy Stakeholder
Cook County Justice for Children, a local nonprofit responds to the pending search for new leadership at the JTDC. - May 30, 2014 - Cook County Justice for Children
Bright Community Trust Convenes a Community Land Trust Forum
Press Invite: As a media leader in the Tampa/Clearwater area, please accept this invitation to attend and possibly cover a very informative program on maximizing public investment to create housing for working families that is affordable for generations to come. With decreasing subsidies for... - May 30, 2014 - Bright Community Trust
Georgia Banks Post Strong First Quarter
Best consolidated first-quarter results since first quarter 2007. - May 30, 2014 - Georgia Bankers Association
PERC Expands Propane Energy Pod Builder Incentive Program
The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has expanded its Propane Energy Pod Builder Incentive Program, opening the program to all builders. Formerly, the program only accepted applications from companies building fewer than 75 homes each year. - May 30, 2014 - Propane Education & Research Council
Multi-Million Dollar Low-Carbon Investment Programmes to be Coordinated in Europe
Climate-KIC, the European Union’s main climate innovation initiative, and the Lower Silesia region in Poland will coordinate their multi-million dollar investment programmes to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. Climate-KIC has announced a ground-breaking agreement with the... - May 29, 2014 - Climate-KIC
R4 Alliance Programs of Excellence Unite to Better Serve Our Veterans
R4 Alliance is a membership of programs of excellence providing therapeutic and community based Recreation services to Our Military Family. They are focused and committed to achieving the highest quality services through collaborative efforts in Research, education, standards of excellence, economic viability, and continuum of care across our service community. They believe these services are essential to the holistic Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Our Military Family. - May 29, 2014 - R4 Alliance
Bennigan’s Calls on Americans Everywhere to Help Honor U.S. Military with "Wall of Heroes"
Third annual tribute benefits Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes. - May 29, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
IEEE ICC 2014 to Explore Entire Range of Global Digital Communications Advancements
Hon. Malcolm Turnbull MP, Minister for Communications to Open Ceremonies for Premier International Conference to be held June 10 – 14 in Sydney, Australia. - May 29, 2014 - IEEE Communications Society
12 Corporate Aviation Sponsors Donate $100,000 to WCA Scholarship Fund
Members of Women in Corporate Aviation (WCA), and 12 corporate aviation companies, have generously donated more than $100,000 to WCA’s fall scholarship fund. Aviation professionals are encouraged to apply for training programs before the August 1 deadline. - May 29, 2014 - Women in Corporate Aviation
Tampa Artisans to Hold Community Crafting Event and Vendor Fair
The 5th annual Tampa Bay Etsy Craft Party is organized by the Tampa Bay Etsy Crew at Built in Seminole Heights June 6. - May 29, 2014 - Tampa Bay Etsy Crew
Report: Homeownership Remains Goal But Pathways Differ Across Race, Age and Region in Minnesota
New report from the Minnesota Homeownership Center: The State of Homeownership, Smart Choices, Vibrant Communities identifies three important issues impacting homeownership in 2014: 1. Neighborhoods are fecovering unequally, adding to the homeownership fap. 2. The next generation of buyers are influenced by personal, local economics. 3. Post foreclosure-crisis, the benefits of homeownership remain long-term: Assets, community, safety, health and education. - May 29, 2014 - Minnesota Homeownership Center
American Venous Forum - Fall Fellows Course in Venous Disease Workshop and Exhibit Opportunities Available
The American Venous Forum Fall 2014 Fellows Course in Venous Disease will be held on December 5-7 at University of Texas Medical School at Houston in Houston, TX. The course is an intimate gathering of no more than 40 fellows from vascular and interventional radiology programs from around the country, along with expert faculty in the field of venous disease. Throughout the course, industry representatives will facilitate product demonstration workshops for six different groups of Fellows. - May 28, 2014 - American Venous Forum
American Venous Forum - Fall 2014 Fellows Course in Venous Disease
The American Venous Forum is inviting Fellows to attend the Fall Fellows Course in Venous Disease. The Fellows Course is December 5-7, 2014 at University of Texas Medical School at Houston in Houston, TX. Please visit www.veinforum.org for more information and to register. This course is funded by educational grants through the American Venous Forum Foundation. - May 26, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Morton Grove's Chamber of Commerce to Showcase Sponsors at Golf Outing
All of the sponsors and donors helping to support the Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce & Industry's 36th Annual Fundraiser Golf Outing will be recognized for their generosity in various ways the June 18, 2014 event. - May 26, 2014 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
The Knight Family Manager Adam Knight Announces Increased Web Presence
Southern Gospel artist, The Knight Family increases Social Media reach. - May 25, 2014 - The Knight Family
SWACHA and the Albuquerque FBI Join Forces to Host the 10th Annual Financial Institution Crime Day
New Mexico Ranked 28th In The Country For Fraud Dallas-based SWACHA will team up with the Albuquerque office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation on May 29, 2014 to host the 10th Annual Financial Institution Crime Day to help local banks, credit unions and other financial institutions reduce... - May 24, 2014 - SWACHA
Walker to Speak at National Memorial Day Parade
CEO of Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes to remind celebrants of veterans’ sacrifices, hidden traumas and on-going need for support. - May 23, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
"The Judgment Throne of Christ" Book Launch at Andover Memorial Hall Library Offers Free Book to All
The Andover Christian Fellowship invites you to a free author's reading of "The Judgment Throne of Christ," a provocative new book by Andover, MA resident Michael McPherson on Saturday, May 31, 9:15 am, Andover Memorial Hall Library - May 23, 2014 - Andover Christian Fellowship
P.F. Chang’s Seattle Hosts 2nd Annual Dine for a Cause Event to Support Free2Luv’s Bullying Prevention and Youth Empowerment Programs
Join community leaders P.F. Chang’s and Free2Luv and empower youth by standing up to bullying with them. Dine for a cause at P.F. Chang's Seattle June 22nd to support Free2Luv’s “Friends Don’t Let Friends Bully” program. When you do, you also have an opportunity to win some awesome prizes likes Seahawks and Sounders signed swag, Storm tickets, dinner to P.F. Chang’s and more. - May 23, 2014 - Free2Luv
New Israel Fund of Canada Highlights Innovative Models Transforming Countless Lives in Israel
What can truly create a shared society of Jews and Arabs in Israel? - May 23, 2014 - New Israel Fund of Canada
Florida Literacy Awards Recognizes Outstanding Contributors to Literacy
30th Annual Florida Literacy Conference - May 23, 2014 - Florida Literacy Coalition
SWACHA Announces NACHA'S The Payments Institute 2014 Scholarship Recipients
SWACHA’s Scholarship Program Has Awarded More Than $130,000 Since Its Inception in 2001. - May 23, 2014 - SWACHA
Climate-KIC Commences Israel Tour for Cleantech Entrepreneurs
12 of Europe’s most promising cleantech start-ups to explore business opportunities in one of world’s biggest hotbeds for climate innovation. - May 22, 2014 - Climate-KIC
Treasure Cove Belize Mega Green Resort Moves Forward with Development
Treasure Island Management, Ltd., a Belizean corporation, prepares for development with Venture Partners. - May 22, 2014 - Treasure Island Management, Ltd.
Nomad District Becomes More Accessible; New Forum and Information Center Launches
Experience NoMad is the hub for The NoMad District, New York's hottest neighborhood. Surrounding Madison Square Park, North of Madison Square Park is a hub of tech, creatives, restaurants, hotels + nightlife. - May 22, 2014 - Experience NoMad
Third Annual Power Walk for Dress for Success to Bring Fitness and Empowerment to Women in Tampa Bay
Dress for Success Tampa Bay, a non-profit organization that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women, announces The 3rd Annual Power Walk for Dress for Success, which will take place at Westfield Citrus Park on Saturday, July 12, 2014 starting at 7:30 am. - May 22, 2014 - Dress for Success Tampa Bay
JFCS Receives $85,000 Grant to Add Trauma Counseling & Senior Concierge Services
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS), the premier social service organization, received an $85,000 grant from the Gulf Coast Community Foundation for its Counseling Services to provide specialized and evidence-based trauma care services to all clients and senior... - May 22, 2014 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
International School of Arizona Students and Parents Travel Around the World at International Fair
Students and parents at the International School of Arizona will travel around the world May, 22nd at the second annual International Fair. Attendees should expect to travel to six different environments from the beach to the arctic while learning about different cultures and parts of the world. The event will also signal the close of an on-line global student art auction being held at www.helpisa.com. - May 21, 2014 - International School of Arizona
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Albert C. Hanna as a Professional of the Year
Albert C. Hanna, of Chicago, Illinois, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who as a Professional of the Year for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Property Rights Litigation. - May 21, 2014 - Strathmore Who's Who