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MARC Aids Philly Spring Cleanup
The Major Artery Revitalization Committee (MARC) partners with the City of Philadelphia to assist in the citywide Philly Spring Cleanup on Saturday, April 5. MARC pledged to clean Cottman Avenue - from State Road to Roosevelt Boulevard, including Russo Park - located at Cottman and Torresdale... - March 26, 2008 - Major Artery Revitalization Committee (MARC)
Spellings' "Differentiated Accountability" Plan Offers Too Little, Too Late
AFSA believes the proposal by Secretary Spellings fails to address the fundamental flaws of NCLB and recommends substantial changes to the law. - March 26, 2008 - American Federation of School Administrators
Jacksonville Church Sponsors Prom Gown Event
Southpoint Community Church is teaming up with a non-profit organization, Caitlin’s Closet, in hopes of distributing hundreds of prom gowns to girls involved with Girls Inc., Big Sisters of Northeast Florida, the Women’s Center of Jacksonville, and The Bridge of Northeast Florida on... - March 26, 2008 - Miss America's Outstanding Teen, Inc.
Americans Sound Off to Improve the Quality of Nation’s Highways, Roadways
As part of an educational and advocacy campaign called “Pavements for Life” (www.pavements4life.com) motorists and taxpayers are being asked to speak out on the importance of safe, cost-effective, and environmentally-responsible choices for pavements used on America’s highways and... - March 25, 2008 - American Concrete Pavement Association
Dress for Success Comes to Raleigh/Durham, N.C. and Celebrates S.O.S - Send One Suit - Week
Dress for Success announces new Triangle location to help local, low-income women with business-appropriate clothing and professional development programs. The international organization is celebrating S.O.S. - Send One Suit - Week and is urging the community to donate one new or nearly new suit or professional attire. Donations can be dropped off at local dressbarn (www.dressbarn.com) locations from March 31-April 5, 2008. - March 25, 2008 - Dress for Success Triangle NC
The New You Internet Radio Show Welcomes Obesity Action Coalition’s Joseph Nadglowski, Jr. to Discuss 2008 Walk From Obesity - Walk on the Capitol
This year's Walk From Obesity - Walk on the Capitol is a history-making event designed to raise awareness of the rising epidemic of obesity. Joseph Nadglowski, Jr., executive director of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Foundation, discusses the details on "The New You" Internet Radio Show. - March 25, 2008 - The New You Radio Show
Portable Storage Dials Up Telephone Service
The National Portable Storage Association celebrates Alexander Graham Bell's invention with custom containerized storage that features telephone and computer jacks. - March 23, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
Attorney & Privacy Expert Mari J. Frank to Present Continuing Legal Education Seminar for Legal Document Assistants (LDAs): One Hour of CLE Credit Will be Awarded
The Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals (ALDAP) is pleased to announce that renowned privacy expert Mari J. Frank, Esq. will present “Protecting You and Your Litigant’s Privacy: Are You Exposing Secrets and Confidences?” on Wednesday, April 2 at 12:00 p.m. at the... - March 23, 2008 - Alliance of Legal Document Assistant Professionals
Hit-and-Run Accidents Can Hit Insured Drivers by Surprise
Basic Insurance Coverage May Not Be Sufficient to Cover the Insured Victim’s Expenses. - March 22, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
PFC World and PFC International Launch New Business Center
PFC World, the marketing wing of PFC International of Lake Charles, LA, opened the first of many marketing centers aimed at Christian Family Marketing. - March 22, 2008 - People for Christ International
NAMWOLF Recognizes Chrysler’s Increased Purchases with Minority Suppliers
The National Association of Minority & Women Owned Law Firms (NAMWOLF) congratulates Chrysler LLC for increasing the amount it purchases from minority suppliers in 2007. - March 21, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Post-FCAT Testing: Florida Students Flock to the National Youth Crime Prevention Conference Downtown
Florida students will soon champion community-building efforts to prevent and advocate against violence as they acquire a wealth of information via workshops, engage in town hall meetings and present solutions to experts from the field. That’s the purpose behind the National Youth Crime... - March 21, 2008 - National Youth Crime Prevention Conference
AFSA Recommends Zero Tolerance Improvements to Congress and Professional Educators
Zero tolerance is a serious issue in public schools. In order to ensure a safe environment for children and staff members, school administrators must be provided with the resources to support alternative in-house educational settings to keep students off the streets, educational consistency when students are suspended that may include supervised community service during or after school hours, insuring due process rights, and adequate clinical services for students and parent/guardians. - March 21, 2008 - American Federation of School Administrators (AFSA), AFL-CIO
Catholic Charities of Central Florida’s Announces the 1st Annual Adopt-A-Laugh Fundraiser
This event was created to benefit the program “Creating Families with Adoption.” Catholic Charities of Central Florida, Inc (CCCF) is on a mission to connect children needing a home with loving families in Brevard County. The event will be held April 26, 2008 at 7pm at the Cocoa Beach Country Club. Tickets are $50 per person. - March 21, 2008 - CCCF Adopt A Laugh
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Announces New Board Appointments
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org) has announced new additions to its 2008 Board of Directors. New members include Dr. Enriqueta C. Bond, president of The Burroughs Wellcome Fund, Robert C. Eubanks, founder and president of Franklin Street Partners, and Dr. Garheng Kong,... - March 20, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Scientology.org Video Channel Launches with 82 Scientology Videos
The Scientology.org video channel answers the question "What is Scientology?" while offering 82 informative and engaging Scientology videos and clips addressing Scientology beliefs and humanitarian programs. - March 20, 2008 - Church of Scientology UK
Liz Murray to Share Inspirational "Homeless to Harvard" Journey with Business Club of the Triangle
Murray to speak March 21 at BCA Triangle Breakfast. - March 20, 2008 - Business Clubs of the Triangle
New Day Spa Association Advisory Board 2008 to 2009 Committees & Honors Announced
Hannelore Leavy, President and Executive Director of the Day Spa Association and the International Medical Spa Association announces the new 2008 to 2009 Day Spa Association Advisory Board. The DSA Advisory Board has been streamlined and simplified to be more efficient. All ‘Members At... - March 20, 2008 - The Day Spa Association
Check Out Charities Before Donating
Your BBB Connecticut Can Help You Find Out the Reliability and Transparency of Your Favorite Charitable Organization. - March 20, 2008 - Better Business Bureau CT
Internationally Known Journalist and Educator to Speak at Banquet and Fund-Raiser to Support New Middleborough-Based School
Joel Belz, the founder and a regular contributor of WORLD, a weekly news magazine from a Christian viewpoint, will provide a special message on the purpose and benefits of Christian education at the upcoming fundraiser for the new Samuel Fuller School which is set to open in Middleborough this coming fall. - March 19, 2008 - Samuel Fuller School
Innovative Program Guides Young Women Toward Leadership
What: The Next Big Thing, a four day residential leadership program for young women graduating high school. When: Monday, June 16 – Thursday, June 19, 2008. Where: Nine Mountain Retreat Center in the Berkshires, Massachusetts Web: www.seniorgirlsrule.com - March 18, 2008 - The Next Big Thing
Yahoo! for the Global Learning Foundation
The Global Learning Foundation secures funding from the Yahoo! Employee Foundation. - March 17, 2008 - Global Learning Foundation
Speaking of Women’s Health Sets Date for 2008 Conference
Erika Mangrum, co-chair of Speaking of Women’s Health and president of Iatria Spa (www.iatria.com), has announced the date of the 2008 Speaking of Woman’s Health conference. The 2008 conference will be held Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Raleigh Convention Center, located... - March 16, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
Young Enterprise Celebrates 35 Years
As part of their ongoing 35th Anniversary celebrations this year, Young Enterprise in Aylesbury Vale held a fundraising dinner on Thursday 13 March at the Hardings Restaurant at Aylesbury College. Many of the Charity’s supporters were there, and an amazing selection of auction prizes helped to make the evening a huge success. - March 16, 2008 - Young Enterprise Aylesbury Vale
Ozzie’s Anniversary Fete Underway
Phoenix — Ozzie's Furnishings, 3931 E. Indian School Road, is kicking off three weeks of celebratory sales to mark its 1st Anniversary. - March 15, 2008 - Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Phoenix
Portable Storage Puts New Twist on March Madness
The National Portable Storage Association helps universities take the "madness" out of March with extra space to securely store much-needed items. - March 15, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
East Bay Chamber Announces New Community Event, "Rhode Island’s Got Talent"
The East Bay Chamber of Commerce presents "Rhode Island’s Got Talent." The competition will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2008. A total of $1,750 in cash prizes will be awarded to the winners; First Place $1,000, Second Place $500 and Third Place $250. - March 14, 2008 - East Bay Chamber of Commerce
Humanity First Continues to Provide Aid to Peru Earthquake Victims
Following the disastrous 8.0 earthquake which greatly disrupted the livelihood of southern Peru, Humanity First deployed a first responder team to many villages, eventually bringing much needed food and medicinal care to victims. More than half a year later, the region is still struck with poverty,... - March 13, 2008 - Humanity First
Truth or Myth: Carpet Aggravates Allergies
When the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) recently surveyed 1,155 U.S. homeowners about their sentiments toward home health and flooring, it found that 75 percent believed carpet to be the least effective floor covering when it comes to reducing conditions... - March 13, 2008 - Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
VirtualAssistantNetworking.com Hosts Teleseminar on March 20 to Help Small Business Owners Identify Their Success Stumbling Blocks
Author and motivational business speaker Barbara "Don't Make Me Slap You" Grassey to discuss the five common mistakes made by small business owners. - March 13, 2008 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
Malaysian Economic Agenda Set to Propel Growth
Anwar Ibrahim says that with a resounding victory in the March 8th elections, KeADILan (Justice Party) is set to begin implementation of its economic agenda which will stimulate economic growth, attract foreign investment and ensure that marginalised and poor communities receive adequate attention and support from the government. - March 12, 2008 - Office of Anwar Ibrahim
Gas Price Driven Inflation Tackled at International Conference
Years of Rising Gas Prices caused by Peak Oil; Beginning of Rapid Long-Term Inflation and Recession; Energy and Climate Uncertainty Grow. - March 12, 2008 - Local Future
RWHRMA Presents "Creating We… The DNA of Leadership"
After RWHRMA's March 18th lunch seminar, Human Resource executives will realize why it’s so important to become partners with the leaders in their organizations in setting the stage for the emergence of a new culture, which focuses on relationships and building partnerships within the organization and also with customers. The new mantra for 21st century leadership truly is “Creating We.” - March 12, 2008 - Raleigh Wake Human Resource Management Association (RWHRMA)
Local Business Expands to Meet Demand
After only two months of operation in Bethlehem, group looks to grow businesses in both Allentown and Forks Township. - March 12, 2008 - ReferralWeb
Health & Wellness Program
"Good health is ... not just an absence of disease; it is a state of positive well-being-ness. We are not just humans who are destined to fall sick and get cured. We have been created to feel bliss continuously inside us and ecstatic lightness at the Being level. This is good health." -Paramahamsa Nithyananda. The Health & Wellness is a 2-day meditation program designed by Paramahamsa to help us reconnect with the innate intelligence of our bodies, and to allow flowering of perfect health. - March 11, 2008 - Life Bliss New York
Misty Richards is Selected as the 2008 National Student President-Elect of the American Medical Women's Association
Ms. Richards is a Third Year Medical Student at Albany Medical College in Albany, New York. - March 11, 2008 - Engeye
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences Signs b3bio, Inc.
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org) has announced that b3bio, Inc. has joined The Hamner Accelerator for Translational Bioscience. The accelerator program provides an opportunity for leaders of emerging companies and academic institutions to access resources at The Hamner... - March 11, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
UN, Kids for Kids, Government of North Darfur Unite to Deliver Medical Equipment to Remote Hospital in Darfur
Kids for Kids’ Trustees Patricia Parker MBE and Alastair King-Smith arrived today in Khartoum after a week in North Darfur where they were able to deliver medical equipment to a remote rural hospital. Mellit is home to over 151,000 people, plus an emergency displaced camp of thousands, but... - March 11, 2008 - US Friends of Kids for Kids
APICS Toledo Seminar on the Purchasing Knowledge Revolution
Supply Chain and Operations professions are in the midst of a revolution, a knowledge revolution powered by the Internet. Professionals, who embrace it, gain a clear competitive advantage. - March 10, 2008 - Toledo APICS
KOLA 99.9 FM Named a Presenting Sponsor of Riverside Humane Society Pet Adoption Center’s 16th Annual Walk with the Animals, March 22 in Riverside, CA
Brian Casey, Patti Banner and Intern Ian of "Brian Casey and the Wake-Up Bunch" morning show on classic hits station KOLA 99.9 FM and the KOLA Prize Caravan will be at the Riverside Humane Society Pet Adoption Center’s 16th Annual Walk With The Animals fundraiser, March 22 at Fairmount Park, Riverside, CA. - March 09, 2008 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
Sikhcess™ Volunteers Distribute More Than 42,000 Meals in a Single Night in Worldwide Campaign to 'Feed the Homeless'
Global effort surpasses expectations with more than 120,000 meals distributed to-date; preparations for additional campaigns already actively underway. - March 09, 2008 - Sikhcess
FL-3 Airboat Search and Rescue Welcomes Aboard Dr. Richard Deichmann, Physician and Author
Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue welcomes its newest member Dr. Richard Deichmann, author of Code Blue: A Katrina Physician's Memoir. - March 09, 2008 - Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue
The Ryan Andrew Kaiser Memorial Foundation Announces 5th Annual Ryan’s Run 5K
On Saturday June 21, 2008 the Ryan Andrew Kaiser Memorial Foundation- (www.RAKMF.org) along with the Jersey Shore Running Club, will hold its fifth annual 5k run/walk at the Mountain Hill School in Middletown, New Jersey. The event will be a 3.1-mile run/walk meandering through Middletown’s... - March 08, 2008 - Ryan Andrew Kaiser Memorial Foundation
Mini-Conference to Offer Valuable Resources to Virtual Assistants, Outsourcing Providers and Remote Professionals
RemoteProfessionals.com, Inc., will present a mini-conference on April 17, 2008 for those small business owners, freelancers, outsourcing professionals and virtual assistants who work independently. The mini-conference will be a full day event, will include hands-on workshops and will offer tracks for both seasoned independent service providers and those new to the remote services field. A complete program is available at www.RemoteProfessionals.com. Space is limited. - March 08, 2008 - RemoteProfessionals.com
A Human Holocaust Exhibit Finds Homes in a City of Institutions
It is called “ONE SOUL: When Humanity Fails” and it is currently touring New York: booked next into Grand Central Station for a week in April (14-18) as well as the Bronx Library Center (April). Utilizing museum-quality, audio/visual technology, ONE SOUL recounts a startlingly, moving... - March 08, 2008 - Afikim Foundation
NPSA Mixes Portable Storage with Fine Wine
Members of the portable storage are gathering in Winston-Salem, N.C. this spring to combine work and play as they build new relationships. - March 08, 2008 - National Portable Storage Association
The WomensNet Network Announces New Amber Grant Competition and Launches WomensnetOnline - A Social & Business Network for Women Entrepreneurs
The WomensNet Network has expanded it’s family of entrepreneurial focused sites with it’s latest offering - WomensnetOnline.com, a social & business networking site for women in business. According to Melody Wigdahl, the 53 year old founder, “WomensnetOnline is a Facebook or... - March 07, 2008 - WomensNet.Net
NAMWOLF Congratulates Steve Jemison on His Appointment as Chief Legal Officer at Proctor & Gamble
Jemison to Assume Role of Chief Legal Officer on June 1, 2008. - March 07, 2008 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Renowned Artist Makoto Fujimura to Speak at the John Jay Institute and the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center
World-renowned artist Makoto Fujimura will lecture at the John Jay Institute as part of their series “Cities of God: a neo-traditional vision for building good cities and towns.” Mr. Fujimura is a member of the prestigious National Council for the Arts and is founder of the... - March 07, 2008 - The John Jay Institute
Industry Leaders to Provide Solutions at the 2nd Annual Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators Symposium in Dallas
With soaring health care costs, understaffed hospitals, and an increasingly diverse immigrant population facing the Texas healthcare industry, the Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators has invited leading organizations and individuals from across the nation to explore ways to... - March 07, 2008 - Texas Association of Healthcare Interpreters and Translators