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Boot Camp for New Dads is Recipient of Annie E. Casey Foundation Grant
Boot Camp for New Dads, a non-profit orientation program for fathers-to-be, operating in more than 260 hospitals, clinics, schools and churches around the country, will now be able to provide fatherhood educational materials via their website (bcnd.org) and direct technical assistance to affiliates, courtesy of a grant from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. - April 14, 2007 - Boot Camps for Dads
The Ophelia Project Brings Mothers and Daughters Together
The Ophelia Project is bringing girls and the special woman in their lives together for a six-week Mother-Daughter Sharing Circle program starting Tuesday, April 17, 2007. Girls in grades five through eight will have a chance to share what is going on in their lives today, bond with a significant... - April 14, 2007 - The Ophelia Project of Erie
The 18th Annual Community Awards Banquet a will be in Santa Rosa, Calif.
The South and West Area Business Association – one of the largest Sonoma County business associations announced on Wednesday April 11, 2007 that it extends a cordial invitation to The 18th Annual Community Awards Banquet celebrated on Sunday, April 29th 2007 at 6:00 pm at the Santa Rosa Golf... - April 14, 2007 - SWABA
Amber Alert Issued for Utah Infant (Maria Ponce - 5 Months)
Box Elder County Officials and The Utah Department of Public Safety An Amber Alert has been issued for a 5-month-old baby who authorities believe was abducted by her 16-year-old mother. The suspect is wanted by California authorities on unknown charges. She is a runaway from Bellflower, California. - April 13, 2007 - Project Safekids
Nominations Being Sought for H. Glenn Williams Power of One Awards
Communities In Schools of North Carolina to Present the Awards at NC Education Ball - April 13, 2007 - Communities in Schools of NC
Celebrate National Preservation Month with Spring Specials at National Trust Historic Hotels of America®
This spring, members of National Trust Historic Hotels of America honor the country’s diverse and unique heritage by offering special packages and promotions during Preservation Month—May 2007. Each year, National Preservation Month promotes preservation efforts in big cities and small... - April 13, 2007 - Historic Hotels of America
Amber Alert Issued for Maryland Boy (Jimmy Valderama - Age 2)
The Montgomery County Police Department and The Maryland State Police have issued an Amber Alert for a 2-year-old boy. Jimmy Valderama is described as a Hispanic child, who weighs about 25 pounds and has a scar on his right arm. Maryland State Police believe he was abducted by Andres J. Martinez,... - April 12, 2007 - Project Safekids
THX Best Practices Lab to Host 2007 DVDA Excellence Awards
Ceremony at Historic Raleigh Studios in Hollywood, CA - April 12, 2007 - International Digital Media Alliance
Thomas, Judy & Tucker, PA Named Charter Member of Local Business Club
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club Of The Triangle Names Founding Member - April 12, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle Announces April Events
Penn Shore, president of the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Breakfast Club of the Triangle, has announced that charter member Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP will host events on April 19 and 20 for club members. The events will include a cocktail reception April 19 from 5:30-7 p.m. at... - April 12, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Gala Raises $700,000 for HeartShare
Annual Gala raises money for HeartShare Human Services of New York's new autism school and other programs - April 11, 2007 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
North America Music Critics Name their Favorite Versions of Handel’s “Messiah”
On April 13th Handel’s masterwork – first performed as a benefit concert in Dublin, Ireland as a benefit fundraiser – turns 265 years old. In celebration, Music Academy Online surveyed U.S. and Canadian classical music critics, so average listeners and aficionados alike can choose from the best, this Easter holiday season. - April 10, 2007 - Music Academy Online
Amber Alert Issued for Lancaster, Texas Teen (Franklin King - 16)
The Lancaster Police Department and The Texas Department of Public Safety have issued an Amber Alert for a boy they said was taken at gunpoint by three males. As the teen was talking with friends around 5:40 p.m., three black males jumped out of a car, which witnesses described as a gray or silver... - April 09, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Indiana Boy - Jason Renne Gavina (Age-3)
The Fort Wayne Police Department and The Indiana State Police have issued an Amber Alert on behalf of a 3-year-old child believed abducted by the Grandparents on 04/09/07. Jason Renne Gavina is believed to be taken by his grandparents, Juan and Marisela Gavina, toward Truth or Consequences,... - April 09, 2007 - Project Safekids
Wendel Doubleday Launches Web Site for Buckingham Township Supervisor Campaign
Buckingham, PA resident Wendel Doubleday kicked off his campaign for Buckingham Township Supervisor this week with an initial speech to a group of local supporters and the launch of his new campaign Web site, http://www.wendeldoubleday.com . - April 08, 2007 - Friends of Wendel for Supervisor
Jewish Interfaith Wedding Ceremony Rabbi Stuart E. Davis Creates Expectations Program to Guide Couples Toward Greater Marriage Fulfillment
Jewish interfaith wedding ceremony Rabbi Stuart E. Davis uses his Expectations Program to guide engaged couples toward greater marriage fulfillment. - April 08, 2007 - Uniting Two Faiths
Independent Writers of Chicago: “Writing for Children Isn’t Kids Stuff”
To market, to market – how to break into the Youth Market? Author Marlene Targ Brill tells of the opportunities and requirements in writing for children, and how to approach publishers. Tuesday, April 10th, Chicago Athletic Club’s 7th Floor Lakeshore Room, 12 S. Michigan Ave. Program 6 p.m. Networking 5 p.m. Nonmembers, $15; IWOC members free. For more information, call 847-855-6670. - April 07, 2007 - Independent Writers of Chicago
TriSure 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 TriSure Corporation as a charter member. As a charter member, TriSure will have a select seat on the Charter Member Committee, which controls the recommendation... - April 06, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
2007-2008 Comprehensive Guide to the Day Spa and Medical Spa Industries Increased 1/3 in Size – Includes Cutting-Edge Editorial
The Day Spa Association & The International Medical Spa Association's 2007-2008 Directory is off to the press! This 16th edition 4-color glossy nationwide guide to day spas, medical spas, spa products and service companies has been expanded to 80 pages due to a 25% increase in membership from... - April 05, 2007 - The Day Spa Association
Doubleday, Candidate for Township Supervisor, Wants to Restore Trust in Buckingham Township Government
Speaking before an engaged crowd in Doylestown on Saturday in his bid for one of the three seats on the Buckingham Township Board of Supervisors, Wendel Doubleday launched his campaign and vowed to bring transparency back to government and focus on responsible decision making, traffic safety,... - April 05, 2007 - Friends of Wendel for Supervisor
Local Church Moves Into Popular Movie Theater
A church and a movie theater seem like an unusual match, but for The Crossing@High Point it is a logical choice. - April 04, 2007 - The Crossing@High Point
The Spa Person of the Year Award 2006
Educator, Consultant and Author, Vice President of Resources and Development, Inc. joins Douglas Preston of Preston, Inc., Linda-Anne Kahn of Beauty Kliniek Aromatherapy Day Spa and Wellness Center, Catherine Atzen of ATZEN®, Cheryl Sott of Aroma Works Software and Peggy Wynne Borgman of Preston Wynne who won this award over the past 5 years. - April 04, 2007 - The Day Spa Association
Virtual Assistant Association Creates Glossary Defining Virtual Professions
Knowing the differences help consumers find the right professionals. - April 03, 2007 - Virtual Assistant Chamber of Commerce
Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Virginia Beach Starting Legion of Mary Group
Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Virginia Beach, Virginia is starting up a new Legion of Mary group. It meets every Thursday at 7:00 PM. For more information see the bulletin. Fr. Steve at Star of the Sea is starting the praesidium (local group) in order to help increase the holiness of... - April 02, 2007 - Legion of Mary - Tidewater, VA Curia
Beyond Expectations to Host Teen Workshops for National Financial Literacy Month
April is National Financial Literacy Month. Beyond Expectations (BE) has announced that it will host free workshops for teens geared to help them make informed financial decisions as they transition into adulthood. - March 31, 2007 - Beyond Expectations, Inc.
North Carolina Business Leaders Support Education by Sponsoring Fifth Annual North Carolina Education Ball
NC Education Ball To Benefit Communities In Schools of North Carolina on June 16th - March 31, 2007 - Communities in Schools of NC
Portable Storage Takes a Bite Out of Construction Site Crime
As construction equipment and tool losses escalate, containerized storage offers a safe, secure stowaway to put the foreman’s mind at ease. - March 31, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
The “Elgin Marbles” Featured in New Documentary on Athens - “Source of Ancient Pathways”
The heavily debated “Elgin Marbles” are featured in a one hour documentary “Source of Ancient Pathways” newly released by Harvest Fields Commissioning International and OLI Productions. This film examines the historical, artistic and religious setting of the ancient city of Athens and its place in the 21st century. - March 31, 2007 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
National Love Our Children Day – Celebrating And Valuing America’s Children
Love Our Children USA announces the fourth annual National Love Our Children Day. National Love Our Children Day is an initiative of Love Our Children USA, and is celebrated annually across the country on the first Saturday of every April to honor children, strengthen families and raise awareness for efforts to protect children. - March 30, 2007 - Love Our Children USA
Out4Immigration Supports Passage of Legislation to Stop Hate Crimes, Protect Families
In response to the murder of transgender immigrant, Ruby Rodriguez, in San Francisco, an international grassroots organization, Out4Immigration, calls for passage of a new hate crimes bill and immigration reform that will protect all families. - March 29, 2007 - Out4Immigration
Surviving Kids Organization Founded
Memories for Surviving Kids, Inc. has been founded with a mission to encourage friends and family of deceased parents to write letters for the surviving children. Founder Bob DiPasquale has teamed with psychotherapists and grief experts to create a website (mfsk.org) that shows how best to facilitate this communication. - March 29, 2007 - Memories for Surviving Kids, Inc.
Historic Ellis Island Ferry Building to Be First South Side Building Open to Public in Over 50 Years
Historic re-opening of South Side building on Ellis Island. - March 28, 2007 - Save Ellis Island
Capitol Broadcasting Company 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 Capitol Broadcasting Company as a charter member. As a charter member, Capitol Broadcasting will have a select seat on the Charter Member Committee, which... - March 28, 2007 - The Northwestern Mutual Breakfast Club of the Triangle
Buckingham Township Approval of Unwanted Development Raises New Concerns for Rezoned Industrial Land Near Doylestown Airport
Did you know that two weeks ago, Buckingham Township Supervisors approved a development it did not want but could not reject because the plans submitted met all zoning stipulations? Did you know that Buckingham Township Supervisors could face a similar situation if it is presented with building... - March 28, 2007 - Friends of Doylestown Airport
Wisconsin Home Inspector Organization Offers Indoor Air Quality and Allergen Inspection Training
The Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (WiNACHI) is offering a 1-Day Indoor Air Quality and Allergen Inspection Training course on Saturday April 28th. The course is open to all Home Inspectors, Realtors and the general public. - March 27, 2007 - Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors
ABL & Charmer-Sunbelt Encourage Social Responsibility
Following their participation in the recent American Beverage Licensees Convention, The Charmer Sunbelt Group has agreed to strengthen its relationship with ABL by sharing resources to jointly encourage social responsibility measures by supporting and promoting public outreach programs. - March 27, 2007 - American Beverage Licensees
US Cachaca Trade Council to Launch US Brand of Frisco Fish Cachaca
Fastest growing category of new distilled spirits gets more support from the US Cachaca Trade Council. Frisco Fish Premium Cachaca, is the fastest growing brand of Cachaca in North America. - March 27, 2007 - US Cachaca Trade Council
5th Annual ABL Convention a Success
The American Beverage Licensees (ABL) 5th Annual ABL Convention, which was held on March 4-6, 2007 in Las Vegas, built upon ABL’s first five years and signaled ABL’s growth from a youthful association into a truly maturing organization with a plan for the future. Focusing on the theme... - March 27, 2007 - American Beverage Licensees
Brown-Forman Retailers of the Year Honored at ABL Convention
In a ceremony during the Final Night Banquet of the American Beverage Licensees 5th Annual Convention on March 6 in Las Vegas, ABL joined Brown-Forman in recognizing the 2007 Brown-Forman Retailers of the Year. Sponsored by Brown-Forman, the awards are presented annually to recognize and honor... - March 27, 2007 - American Beverage Licensees
Amber Alert Issued for Colorado Boy (Riley Thompson - 8)
The Elbert County Sheriff's Office and The Colorado State Police have issued an Amber Alert for 8-year-old Riley Thompson, who was abducted in Elbert County about 3:15 p.m. Sunday. Riley is an African-American boy, about 4 feet tall and 45 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes and was last seen... - March 26, 2007 - Project Safekids
Amber Alert Issued for Two Washington Children (Lars & Remi Baugher)
The Washington State Police has issued an Amber Alert for two Walla Walla children. The suspect and the victim were last spotted in Waitsburg on Sunday afternoon. The suspect is the children's biological father, John Baugher, and due to his recent mental issues, it is believed the children... - March 26, 2007 - Project Safekids
Girls Quest Selected for Snapple’s “Best People In NYC” Award
In January 2007, Girls Quest was selected as the first non-profit recipient of Snapple’s “Best People in NYC” award, sponsored by the Mayor’s Volunteer Center (MVC). One of Girls Quest's mentors, Alexandra Mitchell, submitted an application that, according to the... - March 25, 2007 - Girls Quest
Containerized Storage Helps Companies Comply with SOX
As business leaders look to Congress for relief from corporate scandal-driven legislation, portable storage offers a convenient way to comply with laws. - March 24, 2007 - National Portable Storage Association
Professional Decal Application Association Holds Certification Training in Las Vegas
Join vinyl installers for VIP Certification training and networking opportunities on the eve of the International Sign Association’s annual Expo in Las Vegas this spring. - March 24, 2007 - Professional Decal Application Association
J. John Joins “Principles of Leadership” Line-up
Greek-Cypriot evangelist J. John was recently interviewed for HFC International’s “Principles of Leadership” film series. He joins a list of notable leaders such as best-selling author Joyce Meyer and Jackie Pullinger. - March 24, 2007 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
2007 DVDA Excellence Awards Call for Enties
DVD Association Announces 2007 DVDA Excellence Awards, All Formats; DVD, Blu-Ray, and HD DVD Accepted - March 23, 2007 - International Digital Media Alliance
Local Politicians to Attend New Community Center Groundbreaking in North Philadelphia
Local politicians to attend as Mercy Neighborhood Ministries in the Tioga section of Philadelphia breaks ground on March 24, 2007 for its new "green" family center. The center, the first "green" building in North Philadelphia, will provide increased space for the ministry's services to the working poor. - March 22, 2007 - Mercy Neighborhood Ministries of Philadelphia Inc.
Armenian Jewelers Association Raises Funds with Pre-Fashion Week Jewelry Runway Show
Charitable Organization Comprised of Leading Armenian Jewelry Designers Comes Together for a Good Cause - March 21, 2007 - Armenian Jewelers Association
Pintail Youth Ranch Announces New Participants Accepted to TORCH™ Program
Four inner-city, north Texas junior high students have been accepted to participate in the innovative TORCH program with the Pintail Youth Ranch. Ranchers to receive mentoring and instruction in Team building, Outdoor Recreation, Conservation and Helping. - March 21, 2007 - Pintail Youth Ranch
SANMA Medical Missionary Team Conducts Free Clinics
SANMA volunteer team of doctors, nurses, and paramedics conducted free medical clinics in the remote villages of Garenapudi and Thanner Vari Palem in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. - March 20, 2007 - South Asia Native Missionary Alliance