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The City of Miami Gardens Honors Program Will Provide Paid Internships for Local Students
The City of Miami Gardens Honors Program will provide local students with paid internships at the City of Miami Gardens, sharing with them the opportunity to gain practical and professional experience in government. - December 31, 2010 - City of Miami Gardens
IMC Clubs Releases New iPhone Application
Aviation safety organization, IMC Club International, Inc. has announced the release of a new iPhone application. This new application is designed to disseminate aviation related news to the pilot community. The newly released application delivers the IMC News, IMC Monthly Blog and other aviation... - December 31, 2010 - IMCClubs.org
Huge Crowd Ran the 22nd Annual Say No to Drugs Holiday Classic Race Despite Rain
The 22nd Annual Say No to Drugs Holiday Classic Race (http://www.saynotodrugs.com) had over 1700 registered runners for the race that started at 8:00 A.M., Saturday, December 19th, 2010 in downtown Clearwater, FL. - December 30, 2010 - Church of Scientology
Universities to Compete in National Security Innovation Competition 2011
Only university competition awarding scholarships for innovation serving national security needs -- Call for papers - December 29, 2010 - Colorado Homeland Defense Alliance
The City of Miami Gardens Honors and Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
7th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King (MLK) “Unity in the Community “Holiday Celebration - December 29, 2010 - City of Miami Gardens
Hank Rocks, a Blues Benefit for Autism Speaks at Theatre Project
A Musical Extravaganza with Roxi Starr as MC Blues jam with local artists, cabaret by Roxi Starr, Special Guests, 50/50 Raffle, live auction and much more. Beer, wine, dinner, and cupcakes by Flavor Cupcakery will be served. All proceeds will benefit Team Hank Rocks and their 2011 participation in the Baltimore Walk Now for Autism Speaks. - December 25, 2010 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Stevens Dr. Thomas Herrington Elected to ASBPA Board of Directors
Dr. Thomas Herrington, Associate Professor of Ocean Engineering and Assistant Director of the Center for Maritime Systems at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been elected to the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA) Board of Directors. "This appointment is recognition... - December 24, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Executive Director Named to N.C. Agribusiness Council
NCVMA Executive Director Joins Organization Council Dedicated to Raising Awareness of the State’s Number One Industry. - December 24, 2010 - NCVMA
Stevens Dr. Miasnikov and Dr. Gilman Receive National Security Agency Grant
Dr. Alexei Miasnikov and Dr. Robert Gilman of the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Stevens Institute of Technology recently received a two-year research grant from the National Security Agency's (NSA) Mathematical Sciences Program to test their novel approach to the Andrews-Curtis conjecture,... - December 24, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Stevens Dr. Yu-Dong Yao Named an IEEE Fellow
Noted wireless technology researcher Dr. Yu-Dong Yao, Professor and Department Director of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at Stevens Institute of Technology, has recently been distinguished as an elected Fellow of IEEE, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. This... - December 24, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
MBEConnect Plans More Growth in 2011
As small businesses across the country grow, so does MBEConnect, an established business social network that matches sourcing entities with minority- and women owned businesses. - December 24, 2010 - MBEConnect
Howard Technology Council's January 2011 Events
The Howard Technology Council is hosting the following events during January. For further information and to register, please contact The Center for Business and Technology Development at 410-313-6550 or visit www.hceda.org/thecenter/busEvents.aspx Wednesday, January 19, 2011, 8:30 – 10:00 a. - December 24, 2010 - Howard County Economic Development Authority
The James Young Empowerment Center Announces National Availability of Their Empowerment Curriculum, Developed to Teach Mid to High School Students to Read and Write
Millions of high school students are entering the 21st century job market without the ability to read, write or complete a job application. The James Young Empowerment Center offers school systems a curriculum that disenfranchised students are embracing. - December 24, 2010 - The James Young Empowerment Center
Church of Scientology Nashville Co-Organizes Successful Human Rights Day Celebration
Governor Phil Bredesen has affirmed December 10, 2010 as Human Rights Day in the state of Tennessee with a proclamation presented at the celebration of this year’s event. A committee co-organizing the event consisted of the Tennessee Human Rights Commission, Nashville Human Relations Commission, Tennessee AFL-CIO, United Nations Association, Church of Scientology and others. - December 24, 2010 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
IAPAM Announces 2011 Dates for Its Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums with Botox Training
In the coming year, physicians focused on growth will continue to seek out the best botox training, and hCG for weight loss programs. To meet this need, the IAPAM announces the 2011 dates for its Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums and hCG Training. - December 23, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Eight Veterans Complete Solar Training at the American Institute of Renewable Energy (AIRE)
Eight veterans completed solar training at the American Institute of Renewable Energy (AIRE) today and are now ready for renewable energy opportunities. - December 23, 2010 - American Institute of Renewable Energy (AIRE)
Historic Photo Event Comes to Sacramento
The ‘I AM EQUAL’ photo project shines light on human rights in state capitol. - December 22, 2010 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
The Parent Coaching Institute Receives Grant to Support Families in Need at the YWCA
The Parent Coaching Institute (The PCI™) has been awarded a grant from The Norcliffe Foundation to continue its groundbreaking parent coaching services at the YWCA through March 2011. - December 22, 2010 - The Parent Coaching Institute
2011 BSCAI CEO Seminar – Education and Networking for Leaders in the BSC Industry
The Building Service Contractors Association International (BSCAI) will host its 2011 BSCAI CEO Seminar, January 20-22, 2011, at The Westin Resort, Aruba. This annual three-day event developed for building service contractor CEOs, executives and leaders is designed to provide motivating, valuable education and networking opportunities in a relaxed, intimate setting. Attendees will gain key business growth strategies and new professional contacts at this high-impact event. - December 22, 2010 - Building Service Contractors Association
Announcing: I AM EQUAL PROJECT 2011 Photo World Tour
Human Rights & Equality photo project to visit 29 US cities in 2011 - December 22, 2010 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Greater Saint Peter AME Church Wants Celebratory Gunfire to End
Rev. Isaiah J. Waddy and members of Greater Saint Peter AME Church in Jonesboro, GA has called a news conference to urge residents to refrain from random gunfire and to celebrate this year's holiday season safely. - December 21, 2010 - Greater Saint Peter AME Church
Synagogue to Hold "Baby Boomers & Beyond Bar/Bat Mitzvah Bash"
Event is intended to be a fun, lighthearted, reminiscent look back at the years when Jewish preteens did the Bar & Bat Mitzvah circuit. - December 20, 2010 - Congregation Beth Israel
Friends of Eden Awards to be Presented at Annual Autism Gala
On Saturday, January 15, 2011, Eden Autism Services will hold its 23rd annual Eden Dreams white-tie dinner gala at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. The event will feature the presentation of the Friends of Eden Award to longtime Eden supporter Wawa, Inc. and immediate past Chairman of the Eden Board of... - December 19, 2010 - Eden Autism Services
Iowa Truck Services Navigates Annual Licensing Renewal
Officials at Iowa Truck Services (ITS) offer expert resources to help eliminate the challenges and hassles of license renewal by managing the process for private, for-hire and specialized motor carriers. The deadline for annual licensing renewal is rapidly approaching. Notices – such as International Registration Plans, Distance Schedules and Vehicle Schedules – must be postmarked or received by the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) no later than January 31, 2011 - December 18, 2010 - Iowa Truck Services
Family Service Employee Wins New Car Thanks to United Way “Miles of Smiles” Sweepstakes
This week, the United Way of Burlington County announced Deb Wolff of Family Service as the winner of a brand new 2011 Ford Fiesta Sedan SE sponsored by Holman Enterprises. Wolff was entered into the “Miles of Smiles” United Way Sweepstakes along with more than 2,000 eligible... - December 18, 2010 - Family Service
Rotary Club of Fort Worth, Riverside Middle School Partner in E-Book Reader Literacy Program
Middle school receives initial 65 Kindle e-readers as part of a special reading program, “Putting E(xcitement)-Books in the Hands of Students” - December 18, 2010 - Rotary Club of Fort Worth
Buddhist Monk Visits Asheville, NC
John Orr, a well known buddhist monk and Duke University Professor will lead a meditation for those interested in gaining more focus and mindfulness. - December 17, 2010 - Asheville Meditation Group
Enable America Reaches New Heights in 2010
Despite a challenging job market, Enable America expanded its outreach in 2010, launching new programs and services, while assisting more people with disabilities than in any previous year. - December 16, 2010 - Enable America
IAPAM's hCG Weight Loss Training Gives Physicians a Complete Solution
The IAPAM's hCG Physician Weight Loss Program offers physicians all the tools and training they need to add hCG for Weight Loss to their practices. Now the IAPAM's program includes NEW Weight Loss Clinic resources, including: waiting room and patient presentations and samples of proven hCG promotional publications. - December 16, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
ORNILUX Bird Protection Glass Awarded BuildingGreen’s 2010 Top 10 Product Award as Bird Safety Takes Priority in Green Building Practices
ORNILUX Bird Protection Glass by ARNOLD GLAS has been selected as one of BuildingGreen’s Top-10 products of the year by the editors of Environmental Building News and GreenSpec®. This recognition puts the issue of bird protection in front of green building professionals. It is a big step forward towards increasing awareness of the issue and facilitating the expansion of green-build-think to incorporate bird friendly design into architecture. - December 16, 2010 - ARNOLD GLAS
Top Secret Delivery of 600,000th Package with Keys to Motorcycle - Victory Motorcycles Donates a 2011 Vegas 8-Ball
To the classic roar of freedom at a "Support the Troops Rally" style event, a record-breaking two thousand cheering Operation Gratitude volunteers witnessed the arrival of a very special gift to be sent in the organization's 600,000th Care Package: A 2011 Victory Vegas 8-Ball. SSG... - December 16, 2010 - Operation Gratitude
NPSA Applauds Tulane University Professors
The National Portable Storage Association congratulates two Tulane University professors for winning first place in a design competition that puts portable storage in the mix. - December 16, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
Xclaimed Ministries Provides Christmas Toys and Bicycles to the Community
A small ministry reaches out in big ways. At the Xclaimed Ministries 2nd Annual Christmas Festival, 20 children went home with new bicycles; over 300 children went home with two new toys each, 200 children (ages 3-12) received free admission to Adventure City Amusement Park, 20 children received free Tommy’s Original Hamburger meal vouchers, 100 people received free hamburger vouchers from Fuego’s Restaurant. - December 15, 2010 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
High-tech Prizes and Social Media Boost Economic Development Message
Texas Community spreads message of robust economy using creative contest to drive website traffic. - December 15, 2010 - Mission Economic Development Authority
The Adirondack Wilderness Foundation Announces That It Tis the Season for Giving
The Adirondack Wilderness Foundation (AWF) is pleased to report on its ability to help save the wilderness. The AWF during this past year has been able to generate funds to help with many organizations. - December 15, 2010 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
Join BAM FI in the Reporting of Missing Persons of Color
Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAM FI) seeks community assistance to report and alert authorities of missing children, women and men of color. - December 13, 2010 - Black and Missing Foundation, Inc.
CASTLE of the Treasure Coast Raises $50,000 at Holiday Magic Event
The community came out in force for CASTLE's Holiday Magic Event, raising $50,000 in one evening to support Child Abuse Education and Prevention programs. More than 300 guests bid on jewelry valued at over $16,000, 75 bottles of wine and some very unusual silent and oral auction items. - December 12, 2010 - CASTLE of the Treasure Coast
NPSA Applauds Home for Hope Innovations
The National Portable Storage Association recognizes Home for Hope, a project developed by ASU students to help people in the wake of disaster. - December 12, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
Resort Homes Group Becomes First European Audubon Lifestyles Platinum Member
The principles at The Resort Homes Group have for years been supporters and advocates of Audubon Lifestyles and the International Sustainability Council (ISC), and are proud to continue that support by becoming the first Platinum Member in Europe. - December 12, 2010 - ISC-Audubon
CEO Finds Innovative Ways to Provide Services to Adults with Autism
Thomas P. McCool Ed.D, President & CEO of Eden Autism Services has been named Innovator of the Year by the Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce. “It is a thrill and an honor to be selected as Innovator of the Year,” says McCool. I have been with Eden since 2005 and during that... - December 11, 2010 - Eden Autism Services
New Website for the Bearing Industry with Over 8,300 Complimentary CAD Models
Ground breaking website is launched providing an unprecedented combination of product info, industry resources, and downloads for mechanical engineers and designers utilizing bearings in their applications - December 11, 2010 - AST Bearings
Town of Hilton Head Joins Audubon International's Sustainable Communities Program
Hilton Head Island recently became the first community in South Carolina to join Audubon International's Sustainable Communities Program. The Sustainable Communities Program (SCP) is a framework to merge the protection and enhancement of a community's environmental and social characteristics with... - December 10, 2010 - Audubon International
Global EXPOSURE Concert Confirmed for 2011
The 3-day concert OP Music House held in August 2010 to expose domestic violence by being streamed live around the world, is officially annual. The 2nd EXPOSURE Concert: Because love shouldn't hurt (version 2.0) will be held July 29, 30 and 31, 2011 at Club Paradise in Blasdell, NY. Bands and sponsors are already jumping to be on roster. - December 10, 2010 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council Honors Top Corporations and Minority Businesses with 2010 Partnership Awards
The Partnership Awards presented top corporate honors to IBM Corporation as National Corporation of the Year; New York Life Insurance as Regional Corporation of the Year; Interpublic Group with the Chairman’s Award and Joy Crichlow of Con Edison with Advocate of the Year. Outstanding African American, Hispanic American and Asian American New York and New Jersey business-owners were saluted with Supplier Awards. - December 10, 2010 - New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council
Clearwater FL 18th Annual Winter Wonderland Opens Welcoming Everyone
Clearwater, FL’s 18th annual Winter Wonderland (http://www.clearwatercommunityvolunteers.org) holiday Festival, Toy and Food drive opened Dec. 3rd and runs through Dec. 22 welcoming everyone. - December 10, 2010 - Church of Scientology
Passages, Inc. Names Leila Perrin 2011 Board President
Leila Perrin has been named president of the Board of Directors for Passages, a non-profit organization based in Houston, Texas that provides residential treatment for women with chemical dependencies. Perrin takes the helm in January 2011, after having served on the Board since 2008, and succeeds... - December 10, 2010 - Passages for Women
Joe Schodowski of Shelving, Inc. Joins Vistage Michigan
Vistage Michigan includes more than 150 Chief Executives throughout southeast Michigan. Its members engage in ongoing peer workshops, one-to-one business coaching, speaker presentations from top industry experts, social networking, webinars and an extensive online content library. - December 10, 2010 - Vistage Michigan
Leadership Triangle Now Taking Applicants for the 2011 Regional Class
Program Seeking to Enlighten Local Leaders. - December 10, 2010 - Leadership Triangle
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Honor Hall of Fame Members
Three Members of Local Real Estate Association Honored at Awards Ceremony. - December 09, 2010 - RRAR
NJ Blind Citizens Association Honors Humanitarians: Century-Old Charity Celebrates Champions of the Blind
The New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA), the oldest organization of the blind and visually impaired in the state, held their annual awards dinner this week honoring New Jersey’s most dedicated donors and volunteers to serve the historic charity over the past year. Honorees from... - December 09, 2010 - New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.