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Paramax Corporation Named Charter Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Paramax Corporation as a charter member. As a charter member, Paramax will have a select seat on the Charter Member Committee, which controls the recommendation... - June 27, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
ReZoom.com Chooses New York’s Love Our Children USA as A Better World Finalist
What if taking only a few minutes of your time could help raise $100,000 dollars for a local charity? - June 27, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
TERI and ITC Food’s Sunfeast Launch a Major School Campaign in 10 Cities - "The Cool Revolution Against Climate Change"
“This event flickers for us a hope in a world that has forgotten to respect its environment, and encourages children, teachers, schools and parents to join hands for a cleaner, greener future.” Dr. RK Pachauri, Director General TERI. - June 27, 2007 - The Energy and Resources Institute
Amber Alert Issued for Pennsylvania Siblings (Amanda & Tyler Stull)
The Pennsylvania State Police has issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert on behalf of the Pennsylvania State Police, Corry Station, Crawford County. The Corry Station of the Pennsylvania State Police is searching for two children who were taken on June 22nd, 2007 from 22410 Little Cooley Road,... - June 23, 2007 - Project Safekids
Song Contest Opens with over $10,000 in Cash and Prizes
Call for entries-2007 North Carolina Songwriters Co-op 10th Annual Song Contest presented by Sam Ash Music. Over $10,000 in cash and prizes. Accepting entries from all over the world through Sonicbids.com. Submit through Sonicbids.com or mail to NCSC. Deadline Aug 31,2007. Go to www.ncsongwriters.org or www.sonicbids.com for details. - June 23, 2007 - North Carolina Songwriter's Co-Op
North Carolina Education Ball Raises Support and Awareness for CISNC
Business, Civic and Community Leaders Gather to Help Lower the Drop-Out Rate - June 22, 2007 - Communities in Schools of NC
Adoption is an Option for Everyone
In the past families only adopted if they were unable to have children. While many families still choose this as an option, there are also many families that just feel the need to adopt. Whatever the reason, the lives of children are being impacted all over the world through adoption. For families... - June 22, 2007 - Building Blocks Adoption Service, Inc.
Over Half of the 149 Class 1 Federal Areas Analyzed Have Moderate to Severe Light Pollution Problems
The study shows over half of our Federal Class 1 Areas analyzed have moderate to severe light pollution problems. In addition, over 25% are listed in the severe category and have lost the ability to see half of the visible stars. - June 22, 2007 - Midwest Citizens for Responsible Outdoor Lighting
Amber Alert Issued for Abducted Palm Beach Gardens Two Month Old Girl (Markilah Nocent)
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement and The Palm Beach Gardens Police Department have issued an Amber Alert for a two year old child Markilah Nocent. The suspect is a non-custodial parent Marco Nocent age (26). Authorities report he drove off with Markilah in the back seat and her aunt in... - June 21, 2007 - Project Safekids
Albany Medical Volunteers Open Engeye Health Clinic in Uganda
In partnership with local Ugandans, three medical students have brought sustainable healthcare, for the first time, to a forgotten region of Uganda. - June 21, 2007 - Engeye
DocuSource Of North Carolina Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named DocuSource of North Carolina as a member in the printing category. Through its membership, DocuSource will have access to business development events, Internet... - June 21, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Out4Immigration Continues the Fight for Equality as Voice and Advocate for Same-Sex Binational Couples and HIV+ Immigrants
Group to Celebrate One-Year Anniversary at San Francisco Pride Parade on June 24 - June 21, 2007 - Out4Immigration
Containerized Storage Offers Security, Safety, Convenience
Portable storage isn't just large steel boxes. The National Portable Storage Association offers tips for securing your container with specialty product add-ons. - June 21, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Over 95% of Missouri State Parks and Class 1 Areas Have Moderate to Severe Light Pollution Problems
The study shows over 95% of our state parks and class 1 areas analyzed have moderate to severe light pollution problems. In addition, over 75% are listed in the severe category. - June 20, 2007 - Midwest Citizens for Responsible Outdoor Lighting
Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes and Give an Hour Launch Returning Hero Counseling Network to Help Troops & Families with the Psychological & Emotional Effects of War
In a joint effort, Give an Hour and CSAH will offer confidential and complimentary counseling services to veterans and their families provided by licensed mental health professionals - June 20, 2007 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
"Soul Currency" Author Ernest Chu, Israel Composer and Peace Activist Eliana Gilad to Explore Common Ground in Ancient Hebrew, Chinese Spiritual Teachings in June 26 Call
A Chinese-American Religious Science minister from Fort Lauderdale and an American-Israeli musician in Galilee will teach peace in a free one-hour teleconference and webcast beginning at 1 p.m. EST (8 p.m. in Israel) on Tuesday, June 26. - June 19, 2007 - Soul Currency Institute
Broker And Owner Of York Simpson Underwood Named Member Of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Wes Minton, broker and owner of York Simpson Underwood, as a member in the residential real estate category. Through his membership, Minton will have access to... - June 19, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Amber Alert Issued for Allegheny County Infant (Alyssa Volz - 15 Months)
The Pennsylvania State Police has issued an Amber Child Abduction Alert on behalf of the Munhall Police Department, Allegheny County. The Munhall Police Department is searching for Alyssa Voltz, a 15-month-old white female child with blonde hair and blue eyes, possibly clothed in only a... - June 18, 2007 - Project Safekids
Sarah Ferguson to Speak at The Ophelia Project 10th Anniversary Dinner
Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York, will be the keynote speaker at The Ophelia Project's 10th anniversary celebration on Thursday, Oct. 18. This highly-anticipated event unites one of the world's leading child advocates, herself once a target of public bullying, with an organization that has spent... - June 18, 2007 - The Ophelia Project
Amber Alert Issued for Cleveland Twins (Kevin & Brandon Vasquez)
The twins were abducted at knifepoint. - June 17, 2007 - Project Safekids
Riverside Humane Society Launches Pet Behavior Help Line Web Site
Free advice and information from Riverside Humane Society's trained counselors now is available on the new pet behavior help line web site for anyone having problems with annoying or destructive pet behaviors. Assistance is also available by telephone and e-mail. - June 17, 2007 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
North Carolina Education Ball to Be Held at Progress Energy Center for Performing Arts on June 16th
Business Leaders, State Officials and Community Leaders Gather to Support Communities In Schools and Help Lower the NC Drop-Out Rate - June 16, 2007 - Communities in Schools of NC
National Portable Storage Association Goes Web 2.0
The National Portable Storage Association is leveraging YouTube to help educate its members about safety issues related to loading and unloading containerized storage. - June 16, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Virtual Pride Event Unites the Gay and Lesbian Community Across the Globe
The premiere online LGBT festival, Second Pride, is about to open its virtual gates for the fourth consecutive year offering a week long celebration of love, diversity & unity. The festival grounds, now comprised of 6 simulators (sims), will feature a variety of attractions throughout the week. - June 15, 2007 - Second Pride
Pint-Sized Professionals: Kids Turn Work into Play at Historic Hotels of America®
This summer, turn your family vacation into an experience that your kids will treasure for a lifetime. Select members of Historic Hotels of America allow kids to be a part of the action, from greeting guests as an honorary doorman and parading as a Duckmaster to creating culinary delights for the whole family and working as a resort naturalist. - June 15, 2007 - Historic Hotels of America
Children's Book Written for Children on the Perils of Child Molestation
Mi-Leing teaches children, who have been victimized by sexual abuse (or have potential to become so), with an instructive story on how to break the silence, and bring an end to this wide-spread unspoken violation. The story is written in the manner of a fairy-tale, and in the style of Dr. Seuss. - June 14, 2007 - Mi-Leing
One Dollar, One Shelter, One Month - Helping Animal Shelters One Dollar at a Time
From the mind of a brilliant 9-year-old girl comes a campaign so simple that it is certain to work wonders for our country's poorest animal shelters. - June 14, 2007 - AnimalHelp.Com, Inc
Gay and Lesbian Inclusive Advertising Award Winners Announced
IKEA Honored as Outstanding Commercial at Commercial Closet Association’s Images in Advertising Awards - June 14, 2007 - Commercial Closet Association
TERIs Knowledge Centre - A Boon at the Tougher Terrains
TERI's development resource centre at Supi, near Mukteshwar in Uttaranchal called TRISHA (TERI’s Research Initiative at Supi for Himalayan Advancement), endeavor is to create a platform in the higher terrains of India which can be used as means for communication, education, sharing local knowledge, improving economies, and incorporating best practices for development. - June 14, 2007 - The Energy and Resources Institute
New World Library to Publish Ernest D. Chu's "Soul Currency: The Secret of Being Well Paid for Doing What Really Fulfills You"
"Soul Currency: The Secret of Being Well Paid for Doing What Really Fulfills You" by the Rev. Ernest D. Chu will be published as New World Library's lead title in the Fall of 2008. The forthcoming book has been recommended by Deepak Chopra; Jean Houston, founder of the Human Potential Movement; Mark Victor Hansen, co-author of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series; Alan Cohen, ("The Dragon Doesn't Live Here Anymore"); John Gray ("Men Are From Mars..."), and many others. - June 13, 2007 - Soul Currency Institute
Rocky Top Hospitality Named Member Of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Rocky Top Hospitality as a member in the caterers category. Through its membership, Rocky Top Hospitality will have access to business development events,... - June 11, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Non Profits Forge Alliance and Set Merger Date of July 1, 2007
“Together for Good” - Vantage Foundation and Project Independence Will Merge, Expanding Services and Sharing Resources - June 10, 2007 - Project Independence
The Ophelia Project Offers Summer "Girl-Talk" Sessions
Tuesdays in June and July will be a time to share, care and have fun. - June 10, 2007 - The Ophelia Project of Erie
Q-Tip Added to List of Heavy Hitters at the “Jazz in the Hip Hop Generation©” Symposium
The mission of the World Famous Lessons in Jazz Series is to preserve the rich legacy of jazz culture by bringing awareness to its evolving relationship with hip hop music through education, scholarships, and music appreciation. - June 10, 2007 - World Famous Lessons in Jazz Series
CACEP Selects Stardonor.com Services as Their Internet Commerce Solution
Internet commerce is a needed service to continue to be successful website. - June 09, 2007 - Central American Children's Education Projects
Saint Augustine is Now on MySpace; Will Blog the Confessions
The Augustinians of the Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova are happy to announce that Saint Augustine of Hippo is now on MySpace, the social networking website growing in popularity among many generations. The Augustinians have created a profile for Saint Augustine on MySpace, which enables... - June 09, 2007 - The Augustinians of the Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova
DVDA “Day of Excellence” June 21, 2007 Featuring the 2007 DVDA Excellence Awards Ceremony
Each year, the DVD Association gathers to recognize significant achievements in the DVD Industry. The day of sessions is hosted by THX Best Practices Laboratory and will conclude with the 2007 DVDA Excellence Awards ceremony. The DVDA Excellence Awards program is one of the industry’s longest running events and for the first time, these awards include submissions from the Next Gen formats; HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc. - June 08, 2007 - International Digital Media Alliance
World-Class Life Science Organization and Campus Launches to Aid in Research and Drug Development
Dr. William F. Greenlee, president and CEO of CIIT, Centers for Health Research, has announced the launch of The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences, an independent, nonprofit organization that offers an open, collaborative and cross-disciplinary approach to strengthen the research investment in... - June 08, 2007 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
APA Kicks Off 25TH Anniversary Celebration with ADBASE Promotion
Advertising Photographers of America (APA) officially kicks off the celebration of its 25th anniversary with a special promotion from ADBASE - June 08, 2007 - Advertising Photographers of America
People Care 4 Day Care, Inc. to Help N. California Kids
People Care 4 Day Care, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing and enriching the day care experience for children, has been launched by longtime Alameda resident Ralph Zig Tyko. Working with established local day care centers, the organization plans to fund tutorial programs, buy... - June 08, 2007 - People Care 4 Day Care, Inc.
Largest Speaker Bureau in N.C. Changes Name to Speakers Network Worldwide
The Speakers Network, Inc. has changed its name and logo to reflect its U.S. clients’ growing requirements in the global business marketplace. The new name, Speakers Network Worldwide, will effectively expand the company’s template for excellence by fulfilling corporate needs for... - June 08, 2007 - Speakers Network Worldwide
River Ridge Golf Club Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the organization has named River Ridge Golf Club as a member in the golf facility category. Through its membership, River Ridge will have access to business development events,... - June 07, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
The Ophelia Project Opens Registration for Relational Aggression Seminar
The Ophelia Project has opened registration for “It Has a Name: Relational Aggression,” a one-day seminar to take place Friday, Oct. 19 at the Ambassador Banquet and Conference Center in Erie, Pa. The educational event offers workshops in relational aggression, cyberbullying,... - June 07, 2007 - The Ophelia Project
Dieting Research Wins Funding Award
The founder of a leading problem eating and weight control charity has been awarded a university funding package to conduct a detailed academic study into the West's dieting obsessions. - June 07, 2007 - The Weight Foundation
Different Travel Calls for an Ethical "Code of Practice" for UK Volunteering Companies
With Volunteers Week encouraging people to take up volunteering, voluntourism company Different Travel has called for ‘Code of Practice’ to regulate the ‘voluntourism sector’, prevent abuse of volunteers, and ensure that the projects bring genuine benefit to the developing world. - June 07, 2007 - Different Travel
Rare Films to Celebrate the Vision of ’60s Civil Rights Leader
The Pan African Orthodox Christian Church will present “A Timeless Visionary: Jaramogi Abebe Agyeman (Rev. Albert B. Cleage, Jr.)” a free commemoration honoring the 96th birthday of an influential leader of the Civil Rights Movement, independent Black thought and political action, at... - June 07, 2007 - Shrine of the Black Madonna
Georgia Real Estate Investors Association Launches ListEverywhere.com, Enables Users to Post Properties for Rent on Over 55 Sites with One Click
The Georgia Real Estate Investors Association (GaREIA) announced the launch of ListEverywhere.com, a service that allows users to list properties on dozens of rental-related sites across the United States with the click of a mouse. For a flat monthly fee, its users will expose their properties to... - June 07, 2007 - Georgia Real Estate Investors Association
What Does Voting For Love Our Children USA, A World Champion Charity, Have In Common With American Idol And Dancing With The Stars?
Love Our Children USA, is not a TV Show that wins more votes than the Presidential election. It does not offer a record deal on American Idol or a ballroom trophy on Dancing With The Stars however, it is a World Champion national charity working to break the cycle of violence and neglect against children and it seeks like-minded votes. - June 06, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
Virtual Assistant Networking Association Hosts June 21 Teleseminar on Intellectual Property for Small Business Owners
Small business attorney Nina Kaufman, Esq., to talk with Virtual Assistants and small business owners on what they can do to protect their valuable intellectual capital - June 06, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
Vaco Raleigh Named Member of Local Business Club
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that the club has named Vaco Raleigh as a member in the employment-recruiting category. Through its membership, Vaco will have access to business development events, Internet marketing... - June 05, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle