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New Federal Legislation Calls for $8.5 Billion to Stop the Spread of Violence
65 Representatives, thousands of citizens support call for institutional heft to dramatically reduce violence in America. - March 01, 2009 - Arizona Dept. of Peace Campaign
Park Street Church Celebrates Its Bicentennial
"Brimstone" corner marks its 200th anniversary on February 27, 2009. This historic church on Boston's Freedom Trail has played an important role in American history. Special events to celebrate the bicentennial will be sponsored by the church throughout 2009 and into 2010. - March 01, 2009 - Park Street Church
Speakers Announced for 1st Latin America Medical Tourism & Health Tourism Congress April 27th-29th 2009
1st Latin America Medical Tourism & Health Tourism Congress takes places in Monterrey, Mexico, April 27th-29th, 2009. The Medical Tourism Association, http://www.medicaltourismassociation.com and Monterrey Healthcare City http://www.monterreyciudaddelasalud.com.mx have partnered together to... - February 28, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Addiction and Mental Health:The Chicken or the Egg and Who is in Control of That Brain?
Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel to hear Dr. Benarroche’s interview on March 2, 2009 – and many other intriguing interviews. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - February 28, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
SolarPower Restoration Systems Announces a Multi-Year Purchase Agreement of PV Modules with SBM Solar Inc
SolarPower Restoration Systems Inc, an innovative developer of building and roofing integrated photovoltaic application technologies announced today it has signed a multi-year, multi mega-watt purchase agreement with SBM Solar Inc. Under the purchase agreement, SolarPower Restoration Systems plans... - February 28, 2009 - SolarPower Restoration Systems, Inc.
Medical Tourism Association Releases Last Twenty Educational Interview Videos on Magazine Website
The Medical Tourism Association announces its Release of the last twenty educational videos which consist of interviews from the Medical Tourism Association’s annual conference World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress. The conference took place in September 2008 with 850 attendees,... - February 27, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Himalayan Institute Introduces World's First Ecologically Sound Neti Pot
The Himalayan Institute, original importers of neti pots to the U.S. market, has introduced the world's first ecologically sound neti pot manufactured completely out of bioplastic. The Neti-Wash Eco Neti Pot is a part of the Himalayan Institute's mission to provide products and services for a healthy mind, body and spirit with a minimum of impact on the earth. - February 27, 2009 - Himalayan Institute
New Website Trips4Fundraising.com Supports Nation’s Non Profit Organizations and Participates in Oscars Events in LA
Trips4Fundraising.com launches new website and promotes travel services to celebrities at Oscars events in Los Angeles. - February 27, 2009 - Trips for Fundraising
New Daily Persistent Headache is Special Focus of Neurologist at Michigan Head•Pain & Neurological Institute
Neurologist and headache specialist will focus on distinctive and disabling condition. - February 27, 2009 - Michigan Head Pain & Neurological Institute
The Brain Injury Association of Connecticut Announces Concussion Awareness is the March 2009 Brain Injury Awareness Theme
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. BIAC is a NFP organization that supports brain injury survivors and their families while increasing community understanding of brain injury and its prevention. This is accomplished through a variety of programs and services provided free of charge. - February 27, 2009 - Brain Injury Association of Connecticut
NPSA Partners with BuyerZone
The National Portable Storage Association partners with BuyerZone to offer its members preferred pricing on lead generation services. - February 27, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Booktour.com Co-Founder Kevin Smokler to Keynote Arizona Book Publishing Association Annual Conference
Kevin Smokler, co-founder of BookTour.com, will keynote Arizona Book Publishing Association’s annual conference on February 28th in Phoenix. Speaking about “The Impact of Future Technology on the Publishing Industry,” Smokler will encourage attendees not to wring their hands about the evolving market, but embrace all the possibilities it brings. - February 26, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
Dr. Charles Hamner Named a Panelist for "RTP at 50: What’s Next?"
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences has announced that Dr. Charles Hamner, chair of the board of directors, will be a featured panelist for the discussion “RTP at 50: What’s Next?” on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7:30 a.m. at the Radisson Hotel Research Triangle Park. The... - February 26, 2009 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
San Diego American Marketing Association Presents 11th Annual AMA Cause Conference
Conference designed to help nonprofits survive and thrive with effective corporate and community partnerships during difficult economic times - February 26, 2009 - San Diego American Marketing Assoc.
Connecticut Better Business Bureau Cautions Consumers About Going-Out-of-Business Sales
Liquidation prices are sometimes a bad deal - February 26, 2009 - Better Business Bureau CT
Jews in Dallas Have Choice with New Bar/Bat Mitzvah Option
Rabbi David Gruber of Frisco, Texas, gives Jews in the heartland an alternative option to the standard synagogue based bar/ bat mitzvah. The celebration, personalized to each family, is much more relaxed and is not performance oriented. - February 26, 2009 - Bar & Bat Mitzvahs Rabbi
Explore and be Enlightened with the Women’s History Scavenger Hunt
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Independence Visitor Center will host a women’s history scavenger hunt during the month of March, centered on ten women who were born, raised, visited or lived in Philadelphia. - February 26, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
New Broadband Advocacy Group Launched: RuMBA USA Brings Together Mobile Broadband Carriers and Equipment Makers to Address the Stimulus Package Grants
The Rural Mobile Broadband Alliance (RuMBA) USA was launched to assist rural community residents, carriers and equipment makers in raising awareness of the benefits of rural mobile broadband, and to encourage the most responsible use of stimulus package funds, thus maximizing the positive impact of broadband on the lives of ordinary Americans. Visit: www.rumbausa.org for more information. - February 25, 2009 - Rural Mobile and Broadband Alliance USA
ACN Prepares to Host its Largest Convention as San Diego Venue Sells Out
ACN, the world’s largest direct selling telecommunications company and video phone distributor, will host a historic event to a sold-out crowd in San Diego, California. ACN’s 2009 International Convention will be held February 27 – March 1 at the San Diego Convention... - February 25, 2009 - ACN News
Publishing Innovator Victoria Blake to Show Authors/Publishers New Ways to Think About Book Content
Inventor of the "wovel" -- a serialized novel whose chapters are posted on the Web week by week as readers vote to decide where the story should go -- Victoria Blake of Underland Press will assert that books are not books, but content in book form on February 28th at Arizona Book Publishing Association's (ABPA) annual conference, Realities of Publishing: Preparing for Changes in the Industry http://azbookpub.com/events/annual-conference/. - February 25, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
The Wellness Community Offers Personal Training Program for NJ Marathon
If you’ve ever wished you had a personal trainer to help you prepare for a marathon or half marathon, now is your chance. The Wellness Community - Northern Jersey Shore is offering a comprehensive training program to help prepare for the NJ Marathon and the Long Branch Half Marathon in exchange for joining the Strides for Hope- Team Wellness charity marathon training team. All proceeds will support the free programs for people with cancer at The Wellness Community in Eatontown. - February 25, 2009 - The Wellness Community Northern Jersey Shore
Council for Entrepreneurial Development’s Biotech 2009 Shatters Attendance Record
Joan Siefert Rose, president of the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced that CED’s Biotech 2009 conference, held Feb. 16-17 at the Raleigh... - February 25, 2009 - CED
NIKA Becomes First CarbonFree® Certified Water on the Market
Company will also donate 100% of profits to charities providing clean water & sanitation. - February 24, 2009 - Carbonfund.org
Doing Good One Search or One Purchase at a Time
What if even a fraction of the $140 billion generated by search engine advertisers* and online shopping was directed towards the prevention of child abuse. That is the concept behind GoodSearch.com a new search engine powered by Yahoo! GoodSearch donates 50% of its revenue, approximately a penny... - February 24, 2009 - Norwalk Exchange Club
Andrew Savikas of O'Reilly Media to Show How New Reading Apps Are Changing the Publishing Industry
One of the publishing industry's key thought-leaders, Andrew Savikas of O'Reilly Media, will bring his vision of the future of publishing to Phoenix on February 28th. As one of the lead presenters at Arizona Book Publishing Association's (ABPA) annual conference, Realities of Publishing: Preparing for Changes in the Industry, Savikas will discuss how changing technology is producing Different Distribution Models for content. - February 23, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
Kelly Chicas, Psychotherapist Announces Launch of New Blog, Albuquerque Family Counseling
Kelly Chicas of Albuquerque Family Counseling is committed to assisting the non-traditional individual, couple or family with improving their lives through the addition of the Albuquerque Family Counseling blog. - February 23, 2009 - Albuquerque Family Counseling
Knoxville Dogwood Arts Festival Announces Major Tree-planting Program
The Knoxville Dogwood Arts Festival has launched "Bazillion Blooms," a dogwood tree planting effort to restore East Tennessee's much-loved tree. The three year dogwood tree restoration effort will help to beautify Knox and surrounding counties and improve the environment. - February 23, 2009 - Bazillion Blooms
Gospel Recording Artist, Youth Pastor Willie S. Sanders Selects Picayune, Mississippi for Southern District Youth Conference
Pastor Sanders Stimulus Plan Geared Toward the Youth. With so much of the countries attention centered around the newly appointed President Barrack Obama and his highly anticipated Stimulus Plan. Recording artist and Youth Pastor, Willie S. Sanders focus continues to be on the future, our youth. - February 23, 2009 - Pastor Sanders
New Release: In the Realm of God, a Miraculous Visit from Jesus
New Amazon Kindle Release: In The Realm of God This is a True Story based on a Divine Manifestation that occurred in 1998, where Author Victorya came face to face with Jesus. His Message on Forgiveness. A Three Fold Controversial Story on Spirituality, Inspiration and NV. Mental Health Law. - February 22, 2009 - Messages of Faith Ministry
HSPI Hosts Policy & Research Forum Discussion: Homeland Security Priorities for the 111th Congress
GW’s Homeland Security Policy Institute (HSPI) will host a Policy and Research Forum Discussion to address key Homeland Security priorities for the 111th Congress. This discussion is part of the HSPI Policy and Research Forum Series, which is designed to spotlight cutting-edge policy... - February 21, 2009 - George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute
mumms® Software Announces Major Program Update - PAS™ Version 12.0.0
Now more than ever, data collection and reporting is essential in managing a successful hospice organization. In response to this increasing need, mumms® Software is announcing a major update to its Patient Activity and Statistics (PAS™) program. PAS™ 12.0.0 will be provided to all... - February 21, 2009 - mumms Software
The Funny Side of Sobriety
Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel to hear Jack Lynch’s interview – and many other intriguing interviews. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - February 21, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
Facing Clouds of Burnout in This Economic Climate
The present crisis in the economy is bringing more pressure on workers and more opportunity to succumb to classic burnout. - February 21, 2009 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Georgia Residents Lobby Congress to Fight Arthritis
Key Arthritis Advocates from all over Ga. will be on Capitol Hill from March 2-4, 2009 as part of the Arthritis Foundation’s 11th annual Advocacy and Kids’ Summit. Several Georgia children and adults who have arthritis will meet with members of Congress to let them know that more needs... - February 20, 2009 - Arthritis Foundation Georgia Chapter
Five Things "Slumdog Millionaire" Didn't Tell You
World Vision says children in India face more obstacles than film depicts "Don’t just be entertained; do something" "More than 26 million children, or the populations of greater Los Angeles and Chicago combined, live in India’s slums," said Jayakumar Christian,... - February 20, 2009 - World Vision US
NPSA Partners with Revelation Media
The National Portable Storage Association partners with Revelation Media Networks to offer preferred pricing on marketing, PR and web services. - February 20, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
News Stories Wanted, $30,000 Cash Prizes to be Awarded
Washington D.C. journalism institute seeks entries for professional and collegiate journalism awards. - February 20, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
Collegiate News Stories Wanted for Cash Prizes
Washington D.C. journalism institute seeks entries for the 2009 Robert Novak Collegiate Award. - February 20, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
Witness the Adventures of Annie Oakley Come to Life at the Independence Visitor Center
Families and visitors of all ages are invited to join the Independence Visitor Center on March 13, 2009, from 11 am to 1 pm to witness the life of Annie Oakley, reenacted by a historical interpreter. Annie will amaze and entertain attendees with tales of her shooting skills and adventures. This... - February 20, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
Energy Star Celebration, Westland Michigan
D’Orazio Contracting Corporation celebrates their ENERGY STAR status. Maintaining commitment to encourage all Americans to join with millions of others and take small steps that make a big difference in the fight against global warming. - February 20, 2009 - D'Orazio Contracting Corp.
Tennessee Motor Coach Association Challenges All State, Regional & National Associations to Match $25,000 Contribution to Motorcoach Council of North America
TMCA Donation trumps all others – twelve times the requested dollar amount! Chris Levering (Grayline Nashville) and Bill Gentry (Gentry Trailways) were directly responsible for the success of the unanimous vote passed by the TMCA Board to contribute $25,000 to the Motorcoach Council. By pooling the industry’s human and financial resources, they hope to create a large-scale, positive impact on the industry. - February 20, 2009 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Morton Grove Action Party Unveils Proposed "Code of Ethics"
The Action Party of Morton Grove believes that the citizens and businesses of the Village of Morton Grove are entitled to honest, ethical, transparent, and accountable local government. The effective functioning of a democratic government requires that elected and appointed public officials comply... - February 20, 2009 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Stimulus Bill is Victory for People with Disabilities
People with disabilities scored a major victory in the economic stimulus package signed by President Barack Obama. Businesses owned by people with disabilities are to be given consideration in stimulus contracts issued by the Secretary of the Treasury. The action is the result of efforts by U.S. - February 19, 2009 - Enable America
IBBA Makes an Impact at the Southern Section Animal Science Conference
The International Brangus Breeders Association (IBBA) is proud to announce the success of its recent participation in the Southern Section Animal Science Conference. The IBBA continues to aggressively establish contact with members of the educational extension system in an effort to both introduce... - February 19, 2009 - International Brangus Breeders Association
Maryland Automobile Dealers Association Members Donate Resusci Anne CPR Training Mannequins to Seven Area EMS Crews
Emergency services workers at seven locations throughout Central Maryland will be able to expand their community CPR education programs with the donation of new adult training mannequins and AED simulators by the Maryland Automobile Dealers Association (MADA) and two area auto dealerships. On... - February 19, 2009 - Maryland Automobile Dealers Association
Hamner Scientist Wins NAA Award
Dr. Melvin E. Andersen, Director of the Program in Chemical Safety Sciences at The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (The Hamner), has received a North American Alternative Award for outstanding scientific contributions to the advancement of viable alternatives to animal testing. This is the... - February 19, 2009 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
SunTech Medical, Inc. Touts Relationship with Wake County Economic Development
Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced the release of a new audio podcast discussing the organization’s value-add relationship with SunTech Medical, Inc., one of the world’s leading medical device companies... - February 18, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Spare Some for Autism Announces Sponsors and Chairperson for 2009 Bowling Challenge
Carolina Hurricanes and NBC17 Will Present 2nd Annual Fundraiser. - February 18, 2009 - Spare Some for Autism
Football Coach and Inspiration for Remember the Titans Movie to Speak at Business Club Meeting
Herman Boone to be featured speaker at BCA Triangle breakfast on February 20. - February 18, 2009 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
City of Raleigh Proclaims Feb. 16 Biotechnology Day in Honor of CED’s Biotech 2009
Joan Siefert Rose, president of the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) (www.cednc.org), a private, nonprofit organization that promotes entrepreneurial efforts in the Triangle region of North Carolina, has announced that the City of Raleigh has issued a proclamation dedicating Monday,... - February 18, 2009 - CED