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Newly-Certified Audubon International Gold Signature Member Protects the Cahaba River
Audubon International has added another project to the growing list of those certified through the Audubon International Signature Program—with this project certified at the Gold level. While The Shops of Grand River is only the first phase of a large, mixed-use project, the eco-development principles of the Signature Program are already being applied at this unique outlet mall. - January 13, 2011 - Audubon International
Audubon International Survey Shows Environmental Actions Have Business Value in Golf
A recent survey of members of the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses (ACSP) reveals that voluntary environmental actions on golf courses are not only the right thing to do - they make good business sense. The program, now celebrating a 20th Anniversary, is designed to help golf... - January 12, 2011 - Audubon International
Online Therapy Institute Partners with the Institute for Life Coach Training to Provide Therapists and Coaches with Training and Resources About Online Coaching
Coaches and other helping professionals who want to connect with clients using the internet now have resources at the ready. Online Therapy Institute and the Institute for Life Coach Training are partnering to advance online coaching and counseling standards worldwide. - January 10, 2011 - Online Therapy Institute
1st Grab a C.A.N. Fan Challenge of 2011 with PassionWorks Brings 345 pounds of Food to the Food Bank of WNY
OP Music House cross-promotes bands and venues to benefit the WNY Food Bank. In what's called the "Grab a C.A.N. Fan Challenge," 699 pounds of food was collected in 2010. The first collab of 2011 featured PassionWorks and the fans brought in a grand-slamming 345 pounds of food. - January 10, 2011 - Love Shouldnt Hurt.TV
Morton Grove Action Party Hosts “Meet the Candidates” Event
End the first month of the New Year with camaraderie and an “all-you-can eat ‘n drink” pizza and pop party. Join the Morton Grove Action Party at Giordano's in Morton Grove to meet the Trustee candidates for the April 5, 2011 municipal election. Incumbents Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and Maria S. Toth are running for re-election to the Morton Grove Village Board. - January 10, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Dr. Pinar Akcora Joins Stevens Institute of Technology
Stevens Institute of Technology is pleased to announce that Dr. Pinar Akcora, formerly of the University of Missouri-Columbia, has joined the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science faculty as an Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering. Dr. Akcora is the recipient of the... - January 09, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
The American Institute of Renewable Energy (AIRE) is offering a Free Renewable Energy Seminar Next Week
January 15th, 2011 - On Saturday, January 15th, the American Institute of Renewable Energy (AIRE) is offering a free renewable energy seminar to those interested in receiving training in the solar and weatherization industries. - January 09, 2011 - American Institute of Renewable Energy (AIRE)
Chicago Entrepreneurs Attract Prosperity
Entrepreneurs in Chicago meet up at the next Chicago Entrepreneur Meetup Group event to attract prosperity in 2011 and discuss why traditional goal and resolution setting strategies do not work. They will discuss how to activate the Law of Attraction and the Secret behind setting achievable goals that work. - January 09, 2011 - The Chicago Entrepreneur Meetup Group
New Safety Measurement System Drives Change for Iowa Motor Carriers
After months of anticipation, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) finally went live in December with its new safety measurement system – CSA, which stands for “Compliance, Safety, Accountability.” With the new system now in place, FMCSA officials say more than... - January 08, 2011 - Iowa Truck Services
General James Amos, 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Brings Milestone Package to Afghanistan
Operation Gratitude today revealed that the organization's 600,000th Care Package, containing the keys to a Victory Vegas 8-Ball Motorcycle, was personally delivered on Christmas Day by Marine Corps Commandant, General James Amos, to a Lance Corporal deployed in the Sangin District of Helmand... - January 08, 2011 - Operation Gratitude
VAT Rise – It’s Not Just Consumers Who Have to Pay, Says ACCA
SMEs could ask to defer their payments. - January 08, 2011 - ACCA
The Ovations "Princess Bead & Bracelet," an Exclusive Gift for Ovarian Cancer Patients
Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer rolls out a new patient program. - January 08, 2011 - Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer
13yr Old Mary-Pat Hector Partners Up with Multiplatinum Producer Kevin "Khao" Cates to Make One of the Biggest Youth Movements in History
13 yr old Mary-Pat Hector, national president and founder of "Youth In Action" partners up with one of the music industry's most well known producers, multiplatinum producer Kevin "Khao" Cates and founder of "Bridge Da Gap" with one goal in mind and that's to save the lives of our youth. - January 07, 2011 - Bridge DA Gap
Movie Premiere of "Zeitgeist: Moving Forward" in Chicago, Starting Sat. Jan 15
"Zeitgeist: Moving Forward," by director Peter Joseph, is a feature length documentary work which will present a case for a needed transition out of the current socioeconomic monetary paradigm which governs the entire world society. This subject matter will transcend the issues of cultural relativism and traditional ideology, move to relate the core, empirical “life ground” attributes of human and social survival, and present a new sustainable social paradigm called a “Resource-Based Economy.” - January 07, 2011 - The Zeitgeist Movement
The Old West Comes to Life—Almost—in L. Ron Hubbard’s “Ghost Town Gun-Ghost” at the Church of Scientology
With Sunday comes a theatre presentation at the Church of Scientology of an old western in a 1930s radio-like atmosphere. - January 07, 2011 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Scientology Volunteers Give Gift of Life in 2010 Florida Blood Services Drive
Scientology Volunteers (http://www.scientology-fso.org) donated 239 pints of blood in 2010 to Florida Blood Services collected in four blood drives sponsored by the Church of Scientology and FBS. Each pint of blood can save up to three lives meaning more than 700 lives can potentially be saved. - January 07, 2011 - Church of Scientology
On the Baseline Tennis News Presents the Winners of the 4th Annual Baseline Awards Presented by reBounces
Kim Clijsters takes top honors as the 2010 Player of the Year, while John McEnroe barely edges out Martina Navratilova and Lindsay Davenport for Best USA Television Commentator. - January 07, 2011 - Rebounces.com
CT REIA Announces Quarterly Meeting of the Apartment Owners Association Of Connecticut on January 12, 2011
On Wednesday, January 12th, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be sponsoring a new Apartment Owners Association Of Connecticut (AOACT) meeting. Attendees will receive helpful advice on how to manage investment properties and apartment buildings. - January 07, 2011 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Pittsburgh SEO Group Announces Social Media & SEO Seminars & Events
Social Media & SEO Seminars: Learn how search engines are incorporating social media into their search results and how to use social media to ensure your website can be found by people seeking your products and services. - January 06, 2011 - Pittsburgh SEO Group
The IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox Training Stands Alone
The IAPAM leads its competitors in offering the most complete botox training and aesthetic medicine education in North America. - January 06, 2011 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
CSIA Announces 2011 Board of Directors
CSIA, Colorado’s Technology Association, announces their 2011 Board of Directors. - January 06, 2011 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
Coleman Foundation Elevator Grants Winners Get Year-End Boost by Earning Additional $31,800 in Matching Funds; Total Now Received via NACCE Competition is $99,300
Eight community colleges across the country have received an additional $31,800 in grants from the Coleman Foundation after having raised funds in their communities to support programs in entrepreneurship education. The additional funds come on top of $67,500 the schools earned in the Elevator Grant Competition at the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Conference in October. - January 06, 2011 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
CentrePoint Launches Evangelistic Campaign Engaging Christian College Students
Normally winning souls is a chore among congregants of every age. It is something that is expected of all Christians. CentrePoint college students were excited to participate before they knew they would be compensated. This will add to their education as they learn to make disciples and make money. - January 05, 2011 - CentrePoint
Ronna Martin Announces Campaign for Eanes ISD (Texas) School District Board of Trustees.
Ronna Martin of Austin and Westlake (Texas) has announced that she will run for a Trustee position on the Eanes ISD School Board in the May 2011 election. Martin established a campaign network officially on January 1, 2011 and the website address is http://www.voteronna.com and is actively seeking donations. Also a Facebook page for the campaign is located at http://www.facebook.com/voteronna. - January 02, 2011 - Don Martin Public Affairs
NPSA Announces Portable Storage Seminar in Virginia Beach
The National Portable Storage Association just announced its 2011 Resale Expo May 1-May 3, 2011. - January 01, 2011 - National Portable Storage Association
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
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. 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
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
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