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Health and Fitness Day Just for Women is September 29
Organized and promoted by the HIRC, National Women's Health and Fitness Day was created to encourage women to take control of their health, to learn the facts they need to make good health choices, and to make time for regular physical activity. - September 24, 2010 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island
Social Innovators Gather Worldwide to Connect an Emerging Global Sector This November
During the first week in November this year, Connecting Social Innovation 2010 (cosi10) is calling social innovators together at events in a dozen cities around the world, with the aim of strengthening and moving the social innovation sector forward. - September 23, 2010 - Evolutionize It, ASBL
Wind Simplicity’s Windancer Small Wind Turbine Wins International Design Award (IDA)
Wind Simplicity was awarded the IDA’s first prize for alternative-energy-source equipment product design for sustainable living and environmental preservation. - September 23, 2010 - Wind Simplicity
IRgA Co-Locates with International Sign Expo 2011 at Mandalay Bay
The International Reprographic Association (IRgA) has partnered with the International Sign Association (ISA) to provide its attendees and exhibitors increased value in one central location. The co-location will provide exposure to vertical markets that have historically not integrated. “The... - September 23, 2010 - IRgA
Advocacy Group Inc Launches New Website
New site highlights AGI’s customized approach to advocacy campaigns and track record of proven success. - September 23, 2010 - Advocacy Group, Inc.
Charity Golf Event Approaches Cut-Off Time for Buying Golf Balls
Valuable prizes will be awarded at NSCC’s First Annual Helicopter Ball Drop at Charity Golf Tournament September 24 - September 23, 2010 - North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Pets and "People Food"
Dr. David Linzey Discusses Which Foods Are Safe and Unsafe for Pets - September 23, 2010 - NCVMA
Dolphin Blue Helps Close the Loop in America’s Recycling
Online Green Office Retailer Furthers Environmentally Friendly Business Practices by Joining the CarbonFree® Partner Program - September 22, 2010 - Carbonfund.org
Motorcoach Council Eligible for $250,000 Pepsi Refresh Project Grant
If awarded the grant, the Motorcoach Council will create a national public awareness campaign to demonstrate the tangible ways in which traveling by motorcoach reduces green house gas emissions and congestion on our nation’s roadways, and reduces the risks associated with climate change. Beginning in October, the public can vote daily for the Council's grant idea at www.RefreshEverything.com/GetMotorcoachified. - September 22, 2010 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Junior League of Long Island Hosts Fourth Annual Coat Extravaganza
The Junior League of Long Island (JLLI) will be holding its fourth annual Coat Extravaganza starting September 25, 2010, at its Roslyn Village Thrift Shop. New and gently-worn coats for children and adults will be available for purchase at greatly reduced prices. Proceeds from JLLI’s Coat... - September 22, 2010 - The Junior League of Long Island
Auto Show Raises $10K for Charity Serving the Blind
The Middletown Lions Club raised nearly $10,000 at their 5th Annual Auto Show & Motorcycle Meet on Saturday, September 18th to benefit the New Jersey Blind Citizens Association (NJBCA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of the blind and visually impaired in NJ. This year is NJBCA's 100th Anniversary. - September 22, 2010 - New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.
CT REIA Announces the (7th Annual) 2010 New England Real Estate Investors Conference and Trade Show from October 29 to 31
On October 29 to 31, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. will be hosting the (7th Annual) 2010 New England Real Estate Investors Conference & Trade Show in Meriden, CT. This event is designed for new and experienced real estate investors. - September 22, 2010 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
YAF Supports Maryland Store Owner in Spat Over “Offensive” T-Shirts Supporting Arizona
“Maryland Stands With Arizona” Shirts Called Derogatory and Offensive by Mall Management - September 22, 2010 - Young Americans for Freedom--Maryland State Chapter
Professor Souran Manoochehri of Stevens Elected ASME Fellow
Dr. Souran Manoochehri, Professor of Mechnical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been selected a Fellow in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. This prestigious honor recognizes significant achievements and contributions to the engineering profession. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. Yi Guo Synchronizes Semiconductor Laser Arrays at Stevens with NSF Grant
The National Science Foundation has announced funding for Dr. Yi Guo’s research at Stevens into a rigorous mathematical approach to the analysis and control of coupled semiconductor laser systems using principles of collective behavior. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
2010 Taste of the Islands Website Launched
The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) launched a website for its 2010 Taste of the Islands event, www.tastesanibelcaptiva.com. - September 22, 2010 - Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife
The Chairmen’s Roundtable Partners with Entrepreneurs’ Organization
EO San Diego and CRT team up to support local business community - September 21, 2010 - Chairmen's RoundTable
NAWBO San Diego October Seminar Focuses on Charisma
NAWBO San Diego's seminar series will continue on October 8 with a presentation from Cynthia Burnham, Powerful Presence: Charisma for Immediate Impact. - September 20, 2010 - NAWBO San Diego
A Quiet Journey Counseling Becomes Verified by the Online Therapy Institute
Demand is increasing for holistic health care, as more people seek an alternative to the traditional model of medicine. Bethesda’s newest mental health resource, A Quiet Journey Counseling, uses a whole person approach to mental health. Counselor Tom Tsakounis, a Licensed Counselor, uses a... - September 19, 2010 - Online Therapy Institute
Texas Nursery & Landscape Association Recognizes Best Landscaping Projects in Texas
2010 Texas Excellence in Landscaping Awards - The Texas Nursery & Landscape Association (TNLA) honored excellence in landscaping this year at its annual awards dinner held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas during the Nursery/Landscape Expo. - September 18, 2010 - Texas Nursery & Landscape Association
New Bible Study Guide Gives Keys to a Happy Marriage
“Keys to a Happy Marriage” is the latest lesson added to the new www.FreeBibleStudyGuides.org site. It brings the total to 51 lessons so far. - September 18, 2010 - United Church of God
NPSA Celebrates Container Industry Economic Outlook
The National Portable Storage Association (NPSA), a nonprofit membership association dedicated to the advancement of the portable storage industry, is celebrating the end of the recession for the container industry. - September 18, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
Charity Golf Tournament Proclaims: It’s Raining Golf Balls
NSCC to hold its First Annual Helicopter Ball Drop at its Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament September 24 - September 18, 2010 - North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce
Bay Area Studios Foundation is Doing Good Through One Search and One Purchase at a Time
Supporters of Bay Area Studios Foundation are using GoodSearch and GoodShop, raising money with every search of the Internet and every purchase on-line. - September 17, 2010 - Bay Area Pros
International Mobile Monday Organization Announces Mobile Monday Michigan
The Michigan branch of the Helsinki, Finland-based International Mobile Monday organization today announced the addition of a new chapter to be based in the Metro Detroit area, as well as the debut of its’ new, mobile-optimized websites. - September 17, 2010 - Mobile Monday Michigan
United Church of God Set to Open Annual Festival, 20,000 Expected to Attend Eight-Day Gathering
Fifty-five locations around the world will join global biblical celebration Sept. 23-30. - September 17, 2010 - United Church of God
Carter Leads Kent by 9 Points in New Poll
A new public opinion poll of 350 registered voters in the 102nd Texas House District by Shaw & Company Research shows Republican challenger Stefani Carter with a nine point lead over freshman Democratic legislator Carol Kent. The poll, taken from September 9-11, shows Carter leading Kent 49% to... - September 16, 2010 - Stefani Carter for State Representative
Singapore Faces Critical Skills Shortage in Finance and Accounting, Says ACCA and Robert Half
Employers proactively addressing the shortage but more needs to be done to retain highly mobile talent - September 16, 2010 - ACCA
IAPAM Training Emphasizes the Importance of Pharmaceutical hCG for Safe Weight Loss
The IAPAM reports on the dangers of improperly sourced hCG for medical weight loss programs, and educates doctors on how to safely source hCG and how to effectively and profitably deliver an hCG Weight Loss Program to their patients. One critical success factor is to complete expert training through programs like the IAPAM's hCG Physician Training Program. - September 16, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
CSIA Announces DEMOgala Line-Up Gubernatorial Forum and Technology’s Brightest Lead the Agenda for October Event
CSIA, Colorado’s Technology Association is announcing DEMOgala 2010, the region’s largest technology conference, that includes speakers from Associated Content, Oracle, SimpleGeo, CareerBuilder, TrendVentures and several others. - September 16, 2010 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
Audubon Lifestyles' Bird City USA Program Working for Municipalities and Communities
The designation of Bird City USA provides a simple and effective way for communities to become part of the national bird conservation movement and to begin reaping some of the economic rewards associated with being known as a community that cares about birds and promotes birding. - September 16, 2010 - ISC-Audubon
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Assn. (CT REIA) Announces New Women Real Estate Investors Assn. Meeting On September 22
On Wednesday, September 22, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting a new Women Real Estate Investors Association (WREIA) meeting. The Women Real Estate Investors Association is an organization designed specifically for women to educate, empower and encourage women to invest in real estate. - September 16, 2010 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Stevens PhD Candidate Xi Chen Excels at International Structural Engineering Competition
Xi Chen, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, took home second place in the structural health monitoring competition at the Asia-Pacific Summer School on Smart Structures Technology, held this year at Tokyo University in Japan. - September 16, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Jennifer McGrath Receives the Endorsement of Huntington Beach Police Officers and Huntington Beach Firefighters
The Committee to Re-Elect Jennifer McGrath City Attorney of Huntington Beach announces that Jennifer McGrath has received the official endorsement of the Huntington Beach Police Officers Association and the Huntington Beach Firefighters Association. - September 16, 2010 - Committee to Re-Elect Jennifer McGrath City Attorney
"The Nate Berkus Show" Displays a Living Wall on Its Set Created by Trish O'Sullivan Designs
“The Nate Berkus Show” features an eco-friendly “living wall” as a focal point of the show’s set, designed and installed by eco-floral designer and floral design teacher, Trish O’Sullivan, owner of Trish O’Sullivan Design Group. - September 15, 2010 - Trish O'Sullivan Design Group
Fireproof Qur'an (Koran) is Now Offered by A Power Foundation, a Non-Profit Organization Promoting World Peace
In response to the recent outrageous and disturbing threats to burn the Koran, one supplier offers a fire safe solution to protect the Holy Qur'an (Koran). - September 15, 2010 - A Power
Harvard Rabbi and JLIC Director Publishes Book
Rabbi Ben Greenberg, the Director of Harvard JLIC and Jewish Chaplain of Harvard University, published a new book called Covenantal Promise and Destiny exploring Genesis and Deuteronomy. - September 15, 2010 - Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus at Harvard University
Eden Autism Services Breaks Ground for New School
Eden Autism Services will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on September 23, 2010 at 10:00 at 2 Merwick Road, Princeton, NJ (In the Princeton Forrestal Village) for it's new uniquely designed school for children with autism. - September 15, 2010 - Eden Autism Services
Mobile Monday Chicago Brings “Designing for the iPad” Event to Evanston
Chicagoland mobile industry professionals and enthusiasts will convene in downtown Evanston, IL on Monday, September 20th for the next Mobile Monday Chicago event. The meeting – which will take place at the Hotel Orrington – will focus on designing for the iPad. “We’re... - September 15, 2010 - Mobile Monday - Chicago
Stevens Researchers Leverage Cryptography and Information Assurance to Re-Engineer Internet Architecture in Multi-University Collaboration Funded by NSF
Dr. Antonio Nicolosi, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Stevens Institute of Technology is part of the interdisciplinary Nebula Project, a multi-university collaboration led by the University of Pennsylvania, which has recently been awarded a $7.5 million grant from the National Science... - September 14, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
The Adirondack Wilderness Foundation is Pleased to Announce Its Grand Opening for Business
A group of concerned citizens have banned together to form the "Adirondack Wilderness Foundation." The goal of the company is to support environmental projects, education, and ensure that the planet is a healthier place for living. - September 14, 2010 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
7th Annual Green Festival Returns to the Capital
Green Festival®, the nation's largest sustainability event, returns to the Washington Convention Center October 23-24. This year’s Green Festival theme is ‘Engagement,’ with exciting new ways to shop green, be inspired, get engaged and give back. Community members enjoy... - September 13, 2010 - Green Festivals
Roz Savage Ocean Rower and Environmental Campaigner, to Present at UCSF Wednesday September 29, 2010 at Noon. HSW 300.
In 2005, after 11 years as a management consultant, Roz Savage stepped out of her old life and entered the Atlantic Rowing Race as the only solo woman to ever compete in that race. After 103 days of storms, solitude and soul-searching, she arrived to an ecstatic welcome in Antigua. Her extreme transformation from office worker to ocean rower, described with humor and soul-baring honesty in her blogs, captivated a worldwide audience and is the subject of her book Rowing the Atlantic. - September 12, 2010 - Roz Savage
Stevens PhD Candidate Alicia Mahon is 2010 ASBPA Coastal Scholar
PhD candidate Alicia Mahon at Stevens has been named the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association 2010 ASBPA Coastal Scholar, which recognizes “a graduate student who aspires to advance his or her knowledge and experience of coastal or riverine science though an internship with ASBPA.” - September 12, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Technology Association of Georgia Selects Director of Economic and Community Resources
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) has announced today that Chelsea Arkin has been hired as Director of Economic and Community Resources for the organization. In this role, Arkin is responsible for producing the State of the Industry: Technology in Georgia Report. This report, which is... - September 12, 2010 - TAG think
Arizona Self-Storage Association Appoints New Executive Director
Board of Directors Appoints Anne Mari DeCoster as New Executive Director - September 12, 2010 - Arizona Self Storage Association
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Commercial Dog Breeding Operations
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (http://www.ncvma.org/) has announced the release of a podcast discussing commercial dog breeding operations, commonly known as puppy mills. In the podcast, Dr. Brenda Stevens, a clinical assistant professor at N.C. State University’s School... - September 12, 2010 - NCVMA
Pro Energy Consultants Hires Tony Valentino as VP of Business Development
Pro Energy Consultants has added HVAC business expert Tony Valentino to its team as vice president of business development. Valentino will work to cement Pro Energy’s reputation as the No. 1 brand in the building performance industry. - September 12, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Votesane.com’s Political Pundits Call Primaries’ Outcome a "Waste Land" and "Extremist;" Nonpartisan Site Also Lists Politicians’ Support of Ground Zero Mosque
Votesane.com’s political pundits take sides, calling primaries a “waste land” for Democrats and a Tea Party for “extremist candidates.” Sharp words about fall election prospects for their opponent’s political parties permeate Votesane’s debate between political pundits - Karen Finney and John Feehery. The nonpartisan political website also lists which politicians support building a mosque at Ground Zero. - September 11, 2010 - Votesane PAC
Self Storage Promotions’ Jennifer LeClaire to Present at NPSA Conference
The National Portable Storage Association (NPSA) has selected Jennifer LeClaire to present a social media and seminar at its 8th Annual Conference and Expo at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. from November 7-9, 2010. - September 11, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association