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Comedy Night at the Wellness Community Featuring Comedy Central Alum Louis Ashamallah
A free Comedy Night for people affected by cancer with featured performer Louis Ashamallah will be held Monday, September 14, 7:00-8:00 p.m. at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village. The monthly Comedy Night series is made possible by funds raised at the Stand... - August 26, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Traffic Game Reaches Global Scale in the Casual Game Market
“Gridlock Buster” game developed by Web Courseworks gets half a million plays in eight weeks. - August 26, 2009 - Web Courseworks
International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and the WHO to Launch World Suicide Prevention Day at the UN
The IASP and the WHO to hold a UN press conference to launch World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, at 10 AM. - August 25, 2009 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
Jewish EXCEL Scholarship Fund Initiative
The mission of the Foundation is to build Jewish identity, values, and literacy through elementary Jewish day school education. The focus of the Foundation is on schools which embrace a quality, dual curriculum. - August 24, 2009 - National Jewish Day School Foundation
Professor Stephen Miller to Discuss Economy at 2009 NPSA Conference
The National Portable Storage Association has announced Professor Stephen Miller will offer an economic forecast at its 7th Annual Conference and Exposition at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. - August 24, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
EOS® Selected as Bioremediation Product for Massive Indiana TCE Groundwater Plume
Past use of tricholoroethene (TCE) at a manufacturing facility in Indiana created a contaminated plume of groundwater approximately 1,000 feet wide, 8,000 feet long, and up to 75 feet deep. The plume has impacted a regionally significant unconfined aquifer. EOS® 598B42 was the selected electron donor for the bioaugmentation pilot test that was completed at the site. The pilot test demonstrated that complete reductive dechlorination and full-scale application of the technology was possible. - August 23, 2009 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Truely Unique Supports Central NC Pagan Pride Day Festival 2009
Truely Unique has partnered with the Central NC Pagan Pride Day organization to host the 9th annual Central NC Pagan Pride Day Festival on September 19th and 20th, 2009 at the NC State Fairgrounds, (Gate 5). - August 23, 2009 - Central NC Pagan Pride Day Festival
Humanity First USA Celebrates the UN's Humanitarian Day with a Generous Donation
The United Nations celebrated its first anniversary of Humanitarian Day on Wednesday, August 19, 2009. To celebrate this occasion, Munum Naeem, Executive director of Humanity First USA (HFUSA) met with the Director of UNRWA (a subsidiary organ of the United Nations), Mr. Andrew Whitley, and donated $20,000 on behalf of HFUSA. - August 23, 2009 - Humanity First
ifpetscouldtype.com Announces Two New Pet Food Pantries Join Their Feed-a-Pet Program to Help Get Pet Food to Needy Families
Frederick County Humane Society and Pikes Peak Pet Pantry will receive funds to help restock pet pantries in Maryland and Colorado. - August 23, 2009 - ifpetscouldtype.com
Sakalosky to Host Town Hall Meeting
House of Representatives Candidate Matt Sakalosky will be holding a town hall meeting on Sunday, August 30th, at 2:00pm, at the German-American Society, in Omaha. Sakalosky is challenging Lee Terry for the 2nd Congressional District, on the Republican ticket. Sakalosky’s experience as a... - August 22, 2009 - Matt Sakalosky for Congress
Clay Aiken’s Foundation Becomes the National Inclusion Project
Clay Aiken's foundation, which serves to bridge the gap between young people with special needs and the world around them, has announced that it's name has changed to the National Inclusion Project. - August 22, 2009 - The National Inclusion Project
The Medical Tourism Association Releases Podcast with Cynthia Carrion, Under Secretary for the Philippines Department of Tourism
The Medical Tourism Association Releases Podcast with Cynthia Carrion, Under Secretary for sports and wellness for the Philippines Department of Tourism, and a member of the Medical Tourism Association Advisory Board. The Medical Tourism Association releases podcast with Cynthia Carrion, Under... - August 22, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
AIA Michigan and AIA Detroit Executive Director Rae J. Dumke, Hon. AIA, to be Inducted Into MSAE Hall of Fame
Honor is the highest bestowed upon an association executive by the Michigan Society of Association Executives (MSAE). - August 22, 2009 - American Institute of Architects Michigan
Registration Open for AIA Michigan’s 17th Annual Educational Facilities Conference
Event to Focus on “School Bond Issues—The Real Economic Stimulus” - August 22, 2009 - American Institute of Architects Michigan
Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists Turns the Tables at Annual Conference in Las Vegas
Attendees will have rare opportunity to engage U.S. Department of the Treasury’s OFAC representatives in a highly-anticipated lecture and Q&A session. - August 22, 2009 - The Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
Raleigh Regional Association of Realtors® Releases Tax Credit Video
Raymond Larcher, executive vice president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR), (www.rrar.com) announced the release of a video outlining the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit featuring John Wood, president of RRAR. In this video, Wood outlines who is eligible and who is not... - August 22, 2009 - RRAR
Call for Contributions Open for EuSEC 2010
Systems Engineering, a profession generally associated with putting satellites into space, creating the newest aircraft or military systems, or the acquisition, development and support of complex technical systems in general, will focus on themes of innovation in all kinds of domains and industries during the upcoming 7th bi-annual European Systems Engineering conference. - August 22, 2009 - German Chapter of INCOSE
Greek Fiesta Returns to Central NC Pagan Pride Day
For the 3rd year in a row, Greek Fiesta will provide concessions at Central NC Pagan Pride Day. - August 21, 2009 - Central NC Pagan Pride Day Festival
Southwest Florida Businesses Complete Nationally Recognized FastTrac™ Program
The Small Business Coalition Inc. is pleased to announce that it has graduated 13 Southwest Florida business owners and entrepreneurs from the nationally recognized business growth program, The FastTrac™ Growth Venture. The 10-week national initiative of the renowned Kauffman Foundation was... - August 21, 2009 - FastTrac
Day Spa Expo Announces 2010 Business Forum
Day Spa Expo Announces 2010 Business Forum, March 13 to 15, 2010 At The Las Vegas Convention Center. Hannelore Leavy, Executive Director of the Day Spa Association and the International Medical Spa Association announces that the DSA and IMSA have again been selected to provide the educational... - August 21, 2009 - The Day Spa Association
Web Seminar Will Teach Credit Unions How to Meet Anti-Money Laundering Requirements in the Face of Changing Business Models
The Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS) announced that it will be giving a free Web seminar to educate credit unions on how to comply with anti-money laundering laws and better safeguard their institutions against the risks associated with fraud and other financial... - August 21, 2009 - The Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
Livewire Gives Back to the Community
Livewire is celebrating their grand opening and thought a great way to celebrate is to give back to the community during this difficult time in our economy. - August 21, 2009 - Livewire Church
Agents: Become an Expert on Handling Distressed Property Sales Through Two-Day Designation Course
Real estate agents that want to learn how to sail through distressed property transactions like seasoned pros should sign up for the Certified Distressed Property Expert Designation course offered on October 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the 2009 AREAA/NAHREP Real Estate and Marketing... - August 20, 2009 - National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals
Unique New Home and Later Service Time Begins August 23 for Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation
Ferguson High School found a unique educational home at 1101 Hilltop Drive in Loveland when the former church owner of the site moved into new buildings of its own. On Sunday, August 23, Hilltop Drive will become home to the spiritually curious as the Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation... - August 20, 2009 - Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation
Pro Energy Consultants Appoints Jeff Pizzino Director of Corporate Communications
Jeff Pizzino, a 22-year veteran public relations practitioner, is tasked with expanding Pro Energy Consultants' national brand awareness with an ambitious media relations campaign. - August 20, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Mike Marach Named Director of Business Development Training for Pro Energy Consultants
Mike Marach, a former trainer with a Fortune 150 company, will teach the owners of Pro Energy Consultants franchises a system for growing their business. - August 20, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Learning by Grace Homeschooling Offers Alternative to Private Christian Schools
As the Great Recession continues to affect millions of Americans, many parents of students enrolled in private Christian schools are withdrawing their children and opting for a more affordable education. Some are even abandoning private schools altogether and turning to the public school system. As... - August 20, 2009 - Mimi Rothschild
The Student Lighting Designer for 2009 is
This competition, held annually, allows students to gain valuable knowledge about the lighting industry, whilst using their creative skills to develop new lighting products. - August 20, 2009 - The Lighting Association
Ghana Surgical Mission - Free Surgeries for Those in Need
The Humanity First surgical team to Ghana continues its mission to help local doctors and improve the quality of surgical care in Africa. The team started its mission this year on August 5th, 2009 at the Korle Bu hospital, the main teaching hospital in Ghana's capital, Accra. So far, the team has performed 21 Free operations and plans to do about 20 more in the remaining days of their surgical mission. - August 20, 2009 - Humanity First
Putting the Kids Back in the Spotlight
Kids In The Spotlight Inc presents A Night of Entertainment with all proceeds going to Kids In The Spotlight- a not for profit organization which provides film training for foster and under-privileged youth. - August 20, 2009 - Kids In The Spotlight
Back-to-School for Homeless Children Made Easier by Doorways for Women and Families Program
With their lives upended, homeless children face larger obstacles in adjusting to school. To ensure a smoother transition back into the school year, Doorways for Women and Families, Arlington’s leading provider and advocate for victims of homelessness, violence and abuse, is running a two... - August 20, 2009 - Doorways for Women and Families
Speed Venture Summit™ Corporate Sponsor Leads by Example
The 2009 Speed Venture Summit™ takes pleasure in announcing that one of its corporate sponsors, KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting, has recently been ranked #100 on Inc. magazine’s 28th annual Inc. 500, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. - August 20, 2009 - Speed Venture Summit
Cross International Reaches a New Audience Through Social Media
The South-Florida-based nonprofit relief and development agency, Cross International, is using social media to connect with supporters and share information faster. Through platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and blogging, Cross is now able to quickly provide the latest news, stories, and photos from the projects it supports around the world. - August 20, 2009 - Cross International
Mark DePasquale to Give Keynote Address at NPSA Conference
The National Portable Storage Association Mark DePasquale as the keynote speaker for its 7th Annual Conference and Exposition at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas from October 25-27. - August 20, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Rhythm of Spirit World Healing Ceremony
An invitation to join in the September World Healing Ceremony with the theme "Rhythm of Spirit," with their keynote speaker Anton Mizerak and with musician Kim Lorene. - August 19, 2009 - Spiritual Unity Movement
Swami Mukundananda Delivers Lectures on 'the Spiritual Art of Managing Your Mind' in Sunnyvale, CA
Learn practical tools of Mind Management to harness the Treasure Within by de-stressing, stabilizing the purifying the mind and intelligence, through the Lecture Series delivered by Swami Mukundananda, who, apart from being a renowned saint, is also an IIT & IIM Alumnus. - August 19, 2009 - Jagadguru Kripalu Yog
The Church of Scientology Promotes Human Rights
As part of International Youth Day, Scientologists volunteered to collect hundreds of signatures as part of an effort to raise the awareness of The Universal Declaration of Human Rights and get it implemented internationally. - August 19, 2009 - Church of Scientology Los Angeles
Pastor to Ride Mountain Bike from Michigan to Alabama to Raise Funds for New Building
Pastor Kevin Petersmarck of Warren, Michigan has turned to creativity and determination to help raise funds for a much needed new building. - August 19, 2009 - The United New Testament Church
NAMWOLF Announces AT&T as Ruby Level Sponsor for 2009 Annual Meeting
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms announced the addition of AT&T as a Ruby Level Sponsor for their 2009 Annual meeting in Chicago, Illinois. - August 19, 2009 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Medical Tourism City, the Largest Social Network in Medical Tourism Announces Over 350 Active Members
Medical Tourism City, The Largest Social Network in Medical Tourism Announces over 350 Active Members. - August 19, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Home Health Plays Critical Role in Patient Medication Adherence
New England Healthcare Institute study reports health care teams could help save billions in avoidable costs related to patients who do not properly take their medications. - August 16, 2009 - Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts
On the Road ... To Meet Christianity’s Leaders
For five years one of the most unique TV series has been filming its interviews all over the world. - August 16, 2009 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Connecting Through the Local Business Community
Local Referral Group Hosts First Annual Trade Fair and Mixer. - August 16, 2009 - ReferralWeb
Wake County Economic Development Unveils Deutsche Bank Global Technology Partnership with Cary for Software Development Center
Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that Deutsche Bank Global Technology, Inc., which provides software application development and maintenance services in support of Deutsche Bank AG, plans to build a software development... - August 16, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Renee-Marie Stephano, President of the Medical Tourism Association, Presented at the 6th Annual International Investment & Healthcare Administration Conference
Renee-Marie Stephano, President of the Medical Tourism Association, presented at the 6th Annual International Investment & Healthcare Administration Conference on “Medical Tourism Opportunities and Challenges.” - August 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Celebrity Poker Charity Event 2010
San Juan, Puerto Rico, January 21 to January 24, 2010 Departing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, on January 21, 2010, the Sea Dream cruise ship will be the setting for one of the most luxurious Poker Tournaments and Celebrity parties. The 4-day voyage will take these exclusive celebrities, throughout... - August 15, 2009 - world poker organization
Columbus Society of Plastic Surgeons Announces 2009-2010 Board
The Columbus Society of Plastic Surgeons (CSPS) is pleased to announce its Executive Board for 2009-2010. Jason B. Lichten, MD has been elected President. Bivik Shah, MD will serve as the Vice President and Anne Taylor, MD as the Secretary. Robert Houser, Jr., DO, is the treasurer. Other executive... - August 15, 2009 - Columbus Society of Plastic Surgeons
Leadership Triangle Names 2009 Board of Directors
Winkie La Force, executive director of Leadership Triangle, (www.leadershiptriangle.com) has announced the members of the board of directors for the organization. The members of Leadership Triangle’s board of directors are made up of alumni and community leaders. Since 1992, the Leadership... - August 15, 2009 - Leadership Triangle
Agile Tour Touches Down in Toronto October 20th
The Toronto Agile Software Development Community will host Agile Tour Toronto as a one day conference that will take place Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency on King in the heart of downtown Toronto. Agile Tour Toronto will provide a forum to learn about the techniques and practices of... - August 15, 2009 - Toronto Agile Software Development Community
North Texas Regional LinCP Opens October Forum Registration
Leadership in Capital Projects Forum has opened early-bird registration for the October 15-16, 2009 Irving, Texas event focused on project delivery methods. Corporate sponsorships at various levels are still available. - August 15, 2009 - LinCP Forum/Synergy Builders