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Lee M. Schiller Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Lee M. Schiller, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, has recently been recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of International Packaging. About Lee M. Schiller Lee M. Schiller is the President and Owner of G/B International Packing Services,... - April 19, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Earth Day Can Inspire a Lifetime of Actions: Ed Begley Jr. Talks Everyday Green with Living Green Magazine
As Earth Day approaches, many environmentalists think back to how Earth Day events inspired them to reduce their energy and water consumption, to eat organically, to simplify their lifestyle. For Ed Begley Jr., the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970 became a green tipping point for him to forever... - April 19, 2012 - Living Green Magazine
Houston Housing Authority Rated a High Performer by Department of Housing & Urban Development
The Houston Housing Authority has been deemed a High Performer by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The rating is based on HUD’s assessment of how well the housing authority is administering its Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP), also known as the Section 8... - April 19, 2012 - Houston Housing Authority
Illinois Residents Can Consult a Lawyer at No Cost on Saturday, April 28
Lawyer volunteers will be able to answer questions about consumer problems, family law, estate planning, personal injury, or any other legal situations affecting individuals. - April 19, 2012 - Illinois State Bar Association
New Workshop on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Announced by Care Plus NJ
A workshop on FASD will be held on May 21, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Care Plus NJ facility located at 610 Valley Health Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey. - April 19, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Trinity Church Kirkwood Open House
Trinity Church has restored the historical landmark Osage Hills School Building and invites the community to an Open House with free food and music - April 18, 2012 - Trinity Church Kirkwood
TSBDC-Certified Counselor Available for One-On-One Business Counseling at the Rogersville Chamber of Commerce
The Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC) at ETSU Kingsport Affiliate Office will have a certified counselor on hand by appointment only for free business counseling on the Thursday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Rogersville Chamber of Commerce, located at 107 East Main... - April 18, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Patient First Earns Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Congratulations to Patient First which operates Urgent Care Centers in Pennsylvania, Virginia and Maryland, the latest group to earn Urgent Care Center Accreditation with the American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine (AAUCM). Accreditation is a voluntary process through which an Urgent Care Center... - April 18, 2012 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
KOSBE Executive Director to Have Local Book Preview and Signing
On Saturday, April 21, local author, Aundrea Wilcox, will have a local book preview and signing from 1 – 3 p.m. located at The Acoustic Coffeehouse, 415 West Walnut Street, Johnson City. Her first book, Startup Savvy: Strategies for Optimizing Small Business Survival and Success, was... - April 18, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Center for Autism and Related Disorders to Host Free Orange County Insurance Workshop for Parents of Children with Autism
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) will host a free seminar in San Juan Capistrano on May 19 to educate parents on new autism coverage changes. - April 18, 2012 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Melissa C. Martin Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Publication
Melissa C. Martin, of Gardena, California, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Medical Physics. About Melissa C. Martin Melissa C. Martin is a Certified Medical Physicist at Therapy Physics Inc. - April 18, 2012 - Strathmore Who's Who
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area Honors Inspirational Mentor and Mentee Matches at Sixth Annual “BIG” Event
Chesley B. "Sully" Sullenberger III and Lorrie Sullenberger, a Big Sister Alumna, to Attend & Present Awards Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area (BBBSBA) will honor inspirational matches between Bigs (mentors) and Littles (mentees) at the BIG Event on April 19, 2012 at the... - April 17, 2012 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
Debt Free Ed Inc., Announces Grant Program
Debt Free Ed Inc., grant product offers tertiary education grants - April 17, 2012 - Debt Free Ed Inc
Sweat Equity Network Makes It Possible for Anyone to Race Around the Hawaiian Islands. Virtual Racing Teams Racking Up Miles on Behalf of Charity.in.
It’s an adventure race you can join from your own backyard. Sweat Equity Network has opened registration for the first ever Great Race: Hawaiian Islands. The Great Race is a virtual race that uses the company’s online Leap4Life platform to enable teams anywhere in the world to compete... - April 17, 2012 - Sweat Equity Network
"Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart" Conference Call with Lindsay Wagner
Join Lindsay Wagner from the comfort of your own home to learn more about Oneness and "Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart" and how it applies to your daily life. - April 17, 2012 - "Quiet the Mind & Open the Heart"
Local 342 Members Working at Catholic Nursing Home in Queens Look to Religious Leaders for Support
"Selfish Employer’s Policies Hurting Workers and Putting Patient Care at Risk," According to the Union and its members working at the facility - April 16, 2012 - UFCW Local 342
Oldest Synagogue in America Gets Critical Support from Philanthropist Jeffrey Epstein
Founded in 1776, the oldest synagogue in America gets critical funding from philanthropist Jeffrey Epstein. - April 15, 2012 - The Jeffrey Epstein Foundation
Senior Pastor Andy Thompson of World Overcomers Christian Church to Speak at the Potter’s House
Denver Campus of Bishop T.D. Jakes’ Church to Welcome Local Pastor at Services on Sunday, April 15 - April 15, 2012 - World Overcomers Christian Church
HeartShare's Gala Raised $720,000
HeartShare's annual Spring Gala and Auction raised $720,000 for its programs and services. - April 15, 2012 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
SIIA Opposes California Bill Restricting Self-Insurance for Smaller Employers
The Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA) today announced that it will work to defeat California legislation that would effectively eliminate the ability of smaller employers to self-insure their employee healthcare plans. As amended this week, the proposed bill, SB 1431, now would... - April 14, 2012 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.
May 10: FACETS Hosts Breakfast to Inform Community About Poverty and Homelessness Efforts in Fairfax
FACETS, a nonprofit that opens doors by helping parents, their children, and individuals who suffer the effects of poverty in Fairfax County, is hosting its annual Opening Doors event, a free breakfast to educate the public and local businesses about FACETS’ work to help families and individuals who are struggling in the Fairfax community. - April 14, 2012 - FACETS
Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez to be Keynote at ALPFA Boston Sixth Annual Latina Summit
ALPFA Boston announced details of its Sixth Annual Boston Chapter Latina Summit entitled Building Latina Leaders, Strong From the Inside Out. This year’s Latina Summit is part of ALPFA National’s 10-City Tour to recognize the tenth year for the Women of ALPFA program. The tour aims to... - April 14, 2012 - ALPFA Boston
Village of Norridge Announces Green Committee and Schedule of Earth Week Clean-Up and Recycling Events
The Village of Norridge is pleased to announce the formation of its first-ever Green Committee. The group is comprised of volunteer residents who were appointed by village president, Ron Oppedisano. The Green Committee plans to raise residents’ awareness about current green and... - April 14, 2012 - Village of Norridge
Dr. Yong Shi Awarded Patent for Innovative Control of Piezoelectric Nanofibers
Emerging nanofiber technology establishes tiny, self-powering sensors and actuators with compelling commercial applications. - April 14, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Expanded Collection Industry Newsletter Launched called "The Debt Collector"
Distributed to over 25,000 collection industry professionals, "The Debt Collector.org" will provide news, videos, links and information covering the many facets of the accounts receivable management industry today. It will be delivered free to subscribers via email on a daily basis. - April 14, 2012 - National Board of Collection Attorneys
Triangle Engineering Firms Pay It Forward
Local transportation engineering, design, and construction firms have picked up WTS’s mission to support STEM education and outreach. They are supporting WTS’s initiatives with their time and money. Sponsors of “A Night of New Horizons” Scholarship and Awards Gala include: AECOM, Atkins Global, CH Engineering, PLLC, Ecological Engineering, LLP, Eydo, HNTB North Carolina, PC, H.W. Lochner, Inc., Martin/Alexiou/Bryson PC, Mulkey Engineers & Consultants, Inc., Richardson Smith Gardner & Associates. - April 14, 2012 - WTS - NC Triangle Chapter
Meet the Islington Chamber of Commerce's Small Business CSR Champion
The ICoC is keen to support and encourage the small business community in CSR pursuits. They are pleased to announce that one of their most active members will be representing the small business voice in the CSR agenda. Jo Langdale, Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel &... - April 14, 2012 - Islington Chamber of Commerce
The Islington Chamber and Camden Business Network Want to Get Businesses Funded
In this tough economic climate, it's more difficult than ever before for small businesses to find funding to grow. Many SMEs lack confidence in the banking system to approach their local banks for bank loans. On the 18th April The ICoC and Camden Business Network are proud to present a high impact... - April 14, 2012 - Islington Chamber of Commerce
Maati Ke Rang - Silver Jubilee Celebrations of 7 ZCC of India Starts at Panchkula from April 13 2012
The silver jubilee celebration of Zonal Cultural Centres Under the aegis of Ministry of Culture, Government of India, 13th to 16 April, 2012 at Parade ground, Panchkula, Haryana, India. - April 13, 2012 - North Zone Cultural Centre
14th Annual Courage Awards Gala Announced by Care Plus Foundation of New Jersey
Care Plus Foundation has announced the honorees for their 14th annual Courage Awards, including a national celebrity and other local heroes who have supported children and families affected by crime. - April 13, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Clearwater’s Ginormous Easter Egg Hunt Yields 275 Treasures Under Blazing Azure Skies
Thousands Join the largest Tampa Bay Easter Egg Hunt for over 25,000 eggs at beautiful Clearwater Coachman Park where one young hunter won a huge Easter basket for his sister who was recuperating in a local hospital. - April 13, 2012 - Church of Scientology
Lifespan Seminar to Teach Health & Wellness in Universities
Lifespan Seminar - www.lifespanseminar.com - a health and wellness institution based in Los Angeles, California, and renowned worldwide for its innovative research in the field of human lifespan, will begin teaching its Lifespan Optimization system in the Master of Arts in Psychology programs at Business School of the Americas and Young Scientists University. - April 13, 2012 - Lifespan Seminar
Mobile Health Africa in Johannesburg: HIVSA to Show How They Make It Work in South Africa
There are great benefits to integrating primary health care and electronic medical systems into mobile health (mHealth) services, says Rob Allen, who is the manager of the hi4life programme at HIVSA. Says Rob Allen: “Through the support of the Elton John Aids Foundation, HIVSA has developed... - April 13, 2012 - Mobile Health Africa
Fighting America's High School Dropout Crisis, Local Taco Bell Restaurants Award More Than $30,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs in Middle Tennessee
More than $30,000 was awarded to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee by the Taco Bell Foundation for Teens which supported the 2012 Taco Bell Keystone College Tour. Encouraging Middle Tennessee teens stay in school and graduate, Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee offered... - April 12, 2012 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
Bimrose Progressive Media Launches "Use the 19th" Campaign
Bimrose Progressive Media is announcing the launch of their most recent campaign, Use the 19th. The campaign encourages women to use their right to vote obtained in the 19th Amendment to make sure our elected representatives stand up for the rights of women. - April 12, 2012 - Bimrose Progressive Media
Brooklyn’s Largest Resource Fair for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
The best one-stop shopping for developmental disabilities services. - April 12, 2012 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Dr. Simon Podkolzin’s International Green Chemistry Collaboration Wins NSF Grant
Nanoparticle catalysts for industrial chemical reactions use oxygen with only water as a byproduct. - April 12, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Junior League’s Bargain Box Hosts Fashion Show at Citrus to Combat Childhood Hunger and Poverty
Junior League’s Bargain Box Hosts Fashion Show at Citrus to Combat Childhood Hunger and Poverty. Public tickets are available for purchase at jlgo.org. - April 12, 2012 - Junior League of Greater Orlando
World Overcomers Christian Church Launches Mentoring, Library Project in Kenya April 15-23
First Lady LaShawn Thompson and Her Pastoral Team at Local Church Traveling to Limuru to Empower Adolescent Girls Through a Four-Day Camp - April 12, 2012 - World Overcomers Christian Church
WISE Ministries is Gathering Kingdom Marketplace Josephs and Daniels to Solve Problems and Build Alliances
WISE Ministries is assembling marketplace and ministerial leaders in all seven spheres of influence; modern-day Josephs and Daniels to overcome worldly mindsets and economic systems and their limitations - with heavenly perspectives. - April 11, 2012 - WISE Ministries
Krav Maga Orange County Participates in Portola Hills Elementary School’s Olympic Day
Krav Maga Orange County sponsors an exciting day of competition and fund raising at Portola Hills Elementary School. - April 11, 2012 - Krav Maga Orange County
Nashville Amnesty Chapter Spreads the Seeds of Human Rights
The Nashville Chapter of Amnesty International held its third annual conference this past Saturday, addressing several hot human rights issues. - April 11, 2012 - Nashville Amnesty
UFCW Local 342 Donates 375 Easter Baskets to Underprivileged Children
Members of UFCW Local 342, a union that emphasizes service and enriching the local communities where its members work, recently delivered 375 Easter baskets to four charitable organizations located within its surrounding neighborhoods so that underprivileged children in the area could have an opportunity to further enjoy their Easter. - April 11, 2012 - UFCW Local 342
Astronaut Story Musgrave to Give Talk on “How to Design a Life for Yourself, One Step at a Time”
Story Musgrave, a NASA Astronaut for more than 30 years, will speak on “How to Design a Life for Yourself, One Step at a Time,” at the NC Triangle Chapter of WTS International, annual scholarship and awards gala on April 25 at Raleigh’s Cardinal Club. - April 11, 2012 - WTS - NC Triangle Chapter
Promise of Hope & Elevated Roofing Invite You to Attend the Freedom Run Frisco 2012, a 5k Race Benefiting the Survivors of Human Trafficking
Texas based nonprofit Promise of Hope continues their efforts to aid the sufferers of human trafficking. They are hosting the Freedom Run Frisco 2012, a 5k racing event to be held on the 14th of April. The entry fee collected from the participants of the event will directly assist the victims of... - April 11, 2012 - Promise of Hope
ABAOC Announces Small Business Development Day on April 19 in Anaheim
Asian Business Association of Orange County is hosting Small Business Development Day on April 19 at Anaheim Marriott. Over 250 Small Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Start-ups and Growing Businesses will participate in an engaging conference that highlights live workshops, seminars, keynotes, networking and exhibition. - April 10, 2012 - Asian Business Association Orange County
One of Europe's Largest Young Professional Networking Organizations Returns to London
EYP Global, one of Europe's largest young professional networking organizations, re-establishes its London community with a new team and a new approach. - April 10, 2012 - YoPro Global Inc
Los Angeles Post Production Group and FilmmakingWebinars.com Join Forces for First Live Audience Webinar
Local Professional Organization Educates Filmmaking Community at Large on Sound Design. - April 10, 2012 - Los Angeles Post Production Group
Free Child Safety Event in Xenia, OH with Operation Kidsafe
Latest all digital equipment will be on site. Same type that is used by the FBI. - April 09, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
National Capital Area Businesses Participate in Promotions Throughout April in Honor of Autism Awareness Month
Dozens of area businesses have joined with Autism Speaks to raise funds for research in honor of Autism Awareness Month. Many of the businesses are extending a discount to patrons who make a donation to Autism Speaks while others are offering puzzle-piece shaped cards to display for each... - April 09, 2012 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area