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Autistic Children Can Make Friends
Free parent workshop on autism and social development. - October 25, 2013 - The Friendship Network for Children
Toronto #1 Toastmasters Club Invites You to an Open House
Toronto #1 Toastmasters Club is inviting you to their Open House on Monday, October 28, 2013 from 6:15 PM - 8:30 PM at the Etobicoke Civic Centre. - October 25, 2013 - Toronto #1 Toastmasters Club
Startups, Entrepreneurs, & Investors to Meet for 3rd Annual Financing the Working Landscape Conference November 7 in Middlebury
Entrepreneurs, service and capital providers, small businesses, startup ventures, and students connected to Vermont’s working lands will learn from business pitches, expert feedback, and challenge presentations, and enjoy local foods and craft beverages at the 3rd Annual Financing the Working Landscape Conference November 7 in Middlebury, VT. - October 25, 2013 - Addison County Economic Development Corporation
Cal Farley's Boys Ranch and Girlstown Veterans Memorial Booster Drive
Help raise over $3000 to build a Veterans memorial at Cal Farleys Boys Ranch. Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch Alumni Association seeks help in the costs of building a memorial for boys and girls of the Boys Ranch and Girlstown that have served and or have died defending our great nation. If 250 shirts are sold Farley’s Boys Ranch Alumni Association will earn over $3200. Shirts will be delivered approximately 2 weeks after the close date. All funds raised will go to Cal Farley's Boys Ranch Alumni. - October 25, 2013 - Cal Farleys Boys Ranch Alumni Association
Enable America Pays Tribute to Congressman C.W. Bill Young
Enable America is paying tribute this week to Congressman C.W. “Bill” Young. A longtime member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, where he focused on spending to support American troops and the military, the congressman passed away last week at age 82. “We have lost a... - October 25, 2013 - Enable America
New Autism Study Reveals Effectiveness of Web-Based Intervention Tool for Challenging Behaviors
The “Randomized Evaluation of a Web-Based Tool for Designing Function-Based Behavioral Intervention Plans” study, conducted by Center for Autism and Related Disorder’s researchers, is published in the December 2013 journal of Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders. - October 25, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Fear That Enabled Increased Government Surveillance Now Driving Demands for Privacy
While the overwhelming desire for safety following 9/11 opened the door to extensive government surveillance, revelations made by former NSA contractor, Edward Snowden has brought the right to privacy back into the spotlight. - October 24, 2013 - Association of Independent Authors
Northern Hills Synagogue Rummage Sale
Northern Hills Synagogue - Congregation B'nai Avraham will hold its annual rummage sale on Sunday, November 3, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The sale, including items collected from over 200 families, will feature jewelry, electronics, collectables, new and gently used clothing, toys, books,... - October 24, 2013 - Northern Hills Synagogue
High Schoolers Donate Basketballs to West Valley Boys and Girls Club
Kids helping kids! Youth at the West Valley Boys and Girls Club were happy recipients of new basketballs donated by Hoops with Heart, a non-profit-pending organization founded by a teenager from Sierra Canyon High School. - October 24, 2013 - Hoops with Heart
Artreach Hosts Thrill the World Event Community Unites to Break the World Record
Worldwide Thrill The World Event coming to Norwich, CT. Artreach unites community to raise funds towards healing psychological disorders through the arts. - October 24, 2013 - Artreach
Iconic Denver Halloween Event Announces Profits Will Go to Charity
"Paranormal Palace," Denver's biggest Halloween event, will donate profits from the event to the Women's Global Empowerment Fund, a non-profit that empowers women and families in northern Uganda and Haiti through microfinance, educational and leadership development programs. - October 24, 2013 - Women's Global Empowerment Fund
Apex Chamber of Commerce Releases Survey Responses from Town Council Candidates
Apex Town Council candidates respond to questionnaire on economic development and business issues in preparation for Election Day. - October 24, 2013 - Apex Chamber of Commerce
New Living Way Launches New Ministry Website
The mission and mandate of this new website is to create a sense of closeness and fellowship among the members, friends and the unbeliever and making ministry available to a global audience 24/7 365. Located at the vibrant, high traffic area of Brinkley Road in Temple Hills, MD you can come and worship with New Living Way each Sunday at 5:00 PM at 3265 Brinkley Rd Temple Hills, MD in the Rosecroft Shopping Center. - October 24, 2013 - New Living Way Ministry
TEAParty911.com Founder Endorses Dr. Pam Barlow for U.S. Congress
Dr. Pam Barlow for U.S. Congress in Texas Congressional District 13 endorsed by TEAParty911.com founder against incumbent Mac Thornberry. - October 23, 2013 - TEAParty911.com
Childhelp Help Announces Wonderland 2013
Childhelp 10th annual Wonderland Luncheon, Boutique & Auction will be help on December 9, 2013 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel to benefit the Los Angeles Chapter efforts to defeat child abuse and neglect. - October 23, 2013 - Childhelp
68th Niantic Community Church Jack Frost Bazaar
68th annual holiday bazaar attracts people from all over southeastern Connecticut. The entire church is converted to a holiday extravaganza with something for everyone including a turkey luncheon. Silent auction, collectibles, hand made crafts, book sale, Mrs. Santa and more a re just a few of the highlights that attract people year after year. - October 23, 2013 - Niantic Community Church
11 Community Colleges Earn Grants Totaling $162,500 at the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Conference
The Coleman Foundation provides record financial support of $162,500 to 11 community colleges across the nation to build programs in key areas of NACCE's Presidents for Entrepreneurship Pledge. - October 22, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Seven Community Colleges Chosen to Receive Grants During Year Two of NACCE/Sam's Club® "Shared Vision for Small Business" Competition
Seven community colleges across the country will receive $110,000 to support training and services for microenterprises in the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship/Sam's Club "Shared Vision for Small Business" competition. - October 21, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
First IMC Club Chapter in Latin America to Open in Santiago, Chile
Pilots will meet in November in Santiago, the capital of Chile to establish the first chapter of the IMC Club International in Latin America. Opening of the Santiago Chapter brings IMC Club presence to four continents and over 80 chapters in: North America, South America, Europe and Africa. - October 21, 2013 - IMCClubs.org
Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus to Honor Jackie & Joel Smith at 29th Anniversary Dinner, Nov. 3
The annual fundraising event, which begins at 5:30 p.m., will honor Jackie and Joel Smith of West Bloomfield for their dedication and commitment to the center. Susan Eisenhower, CEO and Chairman of The Eisenhower Group and granddaughter of former U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower, will deliver the keynote address, paying tribute to the World War II veterans and survivors whose legacy to us is to bear witness to future generations about the need to stand up for the rights of others. - October 20, 2013 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
StagedHomes.com Announces Home Staging Classes for Fall/Winter 2013-2014
Become an Accredited Staging Professional® (ASP®) through StagedHomes.com. StagedHomes.com is the original provider of Home Staging training since 1999. The ASP® course was designed by Barb Schwarz, The Creator of Home Staging®, after decades of instructing real estate professionals in the art of Home Staging. Get educated through the finest Home Staging training in the world. - October 20, 2013 - International Association of Home Staging Professional®
Latest Health Innovations on Display at National Summit
There are nearly 50 million uninsured people in the United States, and when Affordable Care Act regulations take effect next year, there will be increased strain on the nation's health systems and the need, more than ever before, to find innovative ways to manage patient information. In its... - October 19, 2013 - Greater Pensacola Chamber
Inspiring Healthy Families at the Y
The YMCA of Eastern Union County Believes the Family That Plays Together Stays Healthy Together Family, Fun, Fitness, Health and Community are words heard every day at the YMCA of Eastern Union County. This Fall, the YMCA opened the doors of its branches to the community in Elizabeth, Union and... - October 19, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Victory Over Stroke Event Set for November 15, 2013
The Stroke Association of Florida Announces Fourth Annual "Victory Over Stroke" Event in Sarasota, Florida. - October 19, 2013 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
STOMP Out Bullying™ and Love Our Children USA™ Honored as 2013 Top-Rated Nonprofit
STOMP Out Bullying and Love Our Children USA announced today that it has been honored with a prestigious 2013 Top-Rated Award by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews about nonprofit organizations. - October 19, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
North American Congress on Latin America Launches a Mobile App for Apple, Android, and Kindle Fire
This month, the North American Congress on Latin America (NACLA), publisher of a progressive English-language magazine on Latin America, NACLA Report on the Americas, launched a mobile app, available on Apple, Android, and Kindle Fire devices. For 45 years, NACLA has uncovered the real stories... - October 19, 2013 - North American Congress on Latin America
Church of Scientology Community News: Religious People Working for a Better Nashville
The Nashville Church of Scientology supports the good works of others. Today’s highlight: People of faith working together to improve conditions. - October 19, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Texas Self Storage Association Announces Board Officers for 2013-2014
The Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) Board of Directors recently elected executive officers for 2013-2014. The new board members and officers began their term on October 1 and will be introduced at the TSSA Big Ideas in Storage Annual Conference scheduled for October 27 – 29 in The Woodlands. - October 18, 2013 - Texas Self Storage Association
Thanksgiving Community Outreach Fundraiser 2013
Tabernaculo International is hosting a community outreach project to provide turkeys to local area families this Thanksgiving holiday. Their main focus will be in low income neighborhoods within the West Palm and Lake Worth area. They will be walking the streets handling the turkeys out in an attempt to reach those families who may not otherwise be aware of assistance. - October 18, 2013 - Tabernaculo International
Center for Autism and Related Disorders to Implement, Skills®: The Online Autism Solution with Magellan Health Services
Skills® gives Magellan’s network of behavioral health providers an easier and more effective way to treat individuals who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. - October 18, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Eden Autism Services Announces $500,000 Challenge Grant
Eden is pleased to announce that 15 Eden families and two Eden friends have joined together in support of the capital campaign by committing $500,000 in the form of a challenge grant, to conclude on March 31, 2014. Every new campaign dollar will be matched by this generous group of Eden families and friends. - October 18, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
68% of Analytics Professionals Use a Mix of Unstructured and Structured Data to Get Customer Insights
Text analytics is no longer just a science but rather a vital part of any company’s data strategy. A recent survey of over 300 analytics professionals from world class companies such as Microsoft, Xerox, and Starbucks found that 68% of them use a mix of unstructured and structured data to get customer insights. - October 18, 2013 - Data Driven Business
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Planned for Emerald Necklace Tot Park and Trail at Newly Renovated Pixley Park in City of Maywood
October 23rd from 10am-11am, Amigos de los Rios, the City of Maywood, and First5LA and Supervisor Gloria Molina–County First District invite the local community to attend a Ribbon Cutting “Re-Opening Ceremony” of Pixley “Bunny” Park, Maywood, CA. - October 17, 2013 - Amigos de los Rios
Saginaw Future Inc. Receives Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council
Saginaw Future Inc. received a Bronze Excellence in Economic Development Award for its 2012 project in the category of BRE- Single Event for communities with populations of 25,000 – 200,000 from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The honor was presented at an awards... - October 17, 2013 - Saginaw Future
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces Its October 2013 Monthly Meeting with Croix Sather
On October 21, 2013, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with real estate expert Croix Sather. - October 17, 2013 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
A Very Special Concert from The Schubert Club
Inaugural Tisch Memorial Concert features celebrated pianist, Richard Goode - October 16, 2013 - The Schubert Club of Fairfield County
Cal Farley's Boys Ranch Alumni Association is in Search of Sponsors
Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch Alumni Association seeks to help meet special needs of alumni with resources available. Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch Alumni Support Services already addresses many of those needs. This Association seeks to avoid duplication of those efforts and effectively address additional needs. The purpose of the Special Needs Policy of the CFBRAA is to provide guidance in allocation of available resources for assisting former residents of Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch or Girls Town USA. - October 16, 2013 - Cal Farleys Boys Ranch Alumni Association
Enable America Thanks Corporate Employers on Disability Mentoring Day
On the occasion of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and this week’s Disability Mentoring Day, Enable America is congratulating its corporate supporters for their inclusion initiatives over the past 12 months. “We are bridge builders, but that would not be possible... - October 16, 2013 - Enable America
Religion Communicators Council Puts Faith Into Action
The Religion Communicators Council meets each month to hear about a topic of interest. This month, the Nashville Chapter will hear from two organizations about how to put faith into action. - October 16, 2013 - Religion Communicators Council
Spooktacular Family Fun at the YMCA
Join the YMCA of Eastern Union County for some Spooky Fun for everyone! - October 16, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Host Pet Care Exhibit at N.C. State Fair
Statewide Association of Veterinarians to Offer Information on Pet Care and Veterinary Medical Specialties at Annual State Fair. - October 16, 2013 - NCVMA
Motorcyclists in Texas, South Carolina Raise More Than $132,000 for PBTF
Motorcyclists across the South joined Ride for Kids events on Oct. 13 to raise $132,442 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. More than 735 participants gathered for the events at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth and Lexington High School in South Carolina. The events honored a total of 15... - October 16, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Renown Russian Director, Aleksey Burago Takes NY Audience by Storm in the New Rendition of Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov
After an acclaimed and sold-out run of Anton Chekhov's rarely produced short stories, award-wining Russian director Aleksey Burago returns with Uncle Vanya, one of the most beloved comedies in the Russian repertoire. Uncle Vanya runs from Oct. 29 through Nov. 20, 2013, Tues, Weds, Thurs & Sat at 8pm, and Sundays at 7PM at the Stanton Street Shul. - October 16, 2013 - Russian Arts Theater and Studio
Fire Chief, International Expert Takes Leadership Role with IFRM
Fire Chief Thomas Plunkett will guide the International Fire Relief Mission's in-country teams as it delivers training and equipment. - October 16, 2013 - International Fire Relief Mission
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Honors Entrepreneurship Educators & Alumni Entrepreneurs at 11th Annual Conference
NACCE names 2013 Entrepreneurial President and honors two other outstanding entrepreneurship educators, along with three community college alumni who have achieved entrepreneurial success. - October 15, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Paralympian Embarks Monday on Cross-Country Cycling Journey
Wounded Marine Rob Jones on quest to raise $1 million for charities that supported his recovery. - October 15, 2013 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Now Free Online, "A Time to Live: Surviving Suicidal Thoughts" by Kimberly Andry
"A Time to Live: Surviving Suicidal Thoughts" by Kimberly Andry is now available free online at www.atimetolivesurvivingsuicidalthoughts.com. The author has made this recommended resource available so that a greater number of individuals suffering with depression and suicidal thoughts can... - October 15, 2013 - Kim Andry
The Chairmen’s RoundTable Mentors 400th Local Company
Non-profit organization hits major milestone after serving San Diego business community for more than 16 years. - October 14, 2013 - Chairmen's RoundTable
Alaska-Based Asset Inventory Professional Earns Certification
Erin McKay, owner of Northern Inventory in Anchorage, Alaska, has achieved her certification through National Inventory Certification Association. - October 14, 2013 - National Inventory Certification Association
Bible History Exhibit Opens in Lancaster County
The Institute for Biblical and Scientific Studies’ Bible History Exhibit has its grand opening on Friday, November 1st at 10:00 a.m. The opening exhibit will feature the recreations of the renowned Dead Sea Scrolls including the famous Great Isaiah scroll, the Psalms, the Copper Scroll, and... - October 13, 2013 - Institute for Biblical & Scientific Studies