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Growing Farmers in Maine Nonprofit Farm Cultivates More Than Just Vegetables
Something special is happening once again this year on the fields and pastures at Freeport’s Wolfe’s Neck Farm. Four local teens learning how to farm are growing much more than food. Wolfe’s Neck Farm is educating the next generation of farmers and small farm advocates while filling food pantry shelves with local, sustainably-grown foods. - August 17, 2013 - Wolfe's Neck Farm
Planning Begins for Tennessee Celebration of Human Rights Day
The planning for Tennessee’s Human Rights Day celebration has begun. - August 16, 2013 - United for Human Rights
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is First to Earn Audubon International Signature Certification
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is the first hospital in the world to earn designation by Audubon International as a Certified Signature Sanctuary. - August 16, 2013 - Audubon International
Secular Party of America to Hold Emergency Election
The membership of the Secular Party of America (SPoA) have unanimously voted to hold an interim election for the Office of President. - August 15, 2013 - Secular Party of America
Eco-Friendly Sexual Health Products at Vegan-Love.com
At the new Vegan-Love.com the reader will find a safe haven of vegan and vegan friendly products that will transform their love life into the natural sanctuary it was meant to be. - August 14, 2013 - RDO Medical
The Golf Club at Rainmakers Receives Audubon International Signature Certification
The Golf Club at Rainmakers has been designated a Certified Silver Signature Sanctuary by Audubon International and is the first golf course in New Mexico to earn Signature Certification. - August 14, 2013 - Audubon International
Biomass Assessment Study Offers New Opportunity for Cumberland and Franklin County Farmers
Five Cumberland and Franklin County dairy farm owners have the opportunity to reduce their waste management costs, through participation in a new biomass energy project funded by the West Penn Power Sustainable Energy Fund. Applications are being accepted through August 26 from farm owners who are... - August 09, 2013 - Farm Pilot Project Coordination, Inc.
Scientific Breakthrough in Carbon Nanotube Photonics
Ultraclean carbon nanotubes hold promise for advances in optical fiber communications, solar cells and LEDs - August 09, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Join Puppy Love Caring Canines, Inc. for Family Fun at Edina Rosland Park, Sat., August 17th
Puppy Love Caring Canines, Inc. is hosting its annual fundraiser on August 17, 2013 from 10am-2pm to thank its loyal sponsors for all their effort over 2013. Please join them for a family festival to thank their sponsors who support their efforts in 2013. This is a thank you celebration and all are welcome to enjoy the dog training demonstrations, petting zoo, and meet Katie from KTK9.com-their hope is you can join them for a great time. - August 08, 2013 - Puppy Love Caring Canines, Inc.
CityReach Church is Holding a City Wide Service at Stage AE Between the Stadiums
The event at Stage AE will be a service open to all people. CityReach has done multiple services at Stage AE. Each time there is a service, it is fun, powerful, and a great way to fellowship with others who are in all seasons of their walk with Christ. Join CityReach for a city-wide worship experience between the stadiums. Including: Dynamic Worship, Powerful Message from the Bible, Fun Kids’ Ministry - August 08, 2013 - CityReach Network
Enable America Supports National Governor's Association Report on Employment of People with Disabilities
Enable America, a non-profit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, strongly supports this month’s findings from the National Governor’s Association (NGA), as is urging government leaders to review and implement the NGA’s recommendations. The... - August 08, 2013 - Enable America
Stevens Researcher Wins Army Research Office Grant to Ensure Secure Wireless Communication
Research provides resilient encryption in the absence of supporting infrastructure - August 08, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
6R Supply Shifts to Biobased Industrial Supply Product Line
Industrial sustainability through BioBased solutions. 6R Supply provides biobased fluids, fuels and solvents to manufacturing, energy industries, and governments that reduce toxicity throughout their operations and facilities. - August 08, 2013 - 6R Supply Inc.
YES! and St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital Partner to Host Innovative Cancer Treatment Seminar
Free Event for Patients, Caregivers and Medical Community Proves There is Hope for Patients with Cancers of the Liver - August 07, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
Audubon International’s Green Lodging Program Partners with Clean the World
Audubon International's Green Lodging Program joins forces with soap-recycling nonprofit Clean the World to protect the environment and help save lives. - August 07, 2013 - Audubon International
The 17th Annual Dunn's Run to Benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County
What: A 5-mile run/5K run and walk through Deerfield Beach. When: Race begins at 7:30am (Hillsboro Blvd. South of Federal Highway will close at 7:00 a.m.) Starting Line: South of the Main Deerfield Beach Parking located on Ocean Way and SE 2nd Street. Course/Distance: 5M&5K Run Timed (USATF Certified) 5K Walk- (3.10 miles) (not judged or timed). Timing System: The race will use the d-tag timing system. - August 07, 2013 - Boys & Girls Clubs of South Florida
Confidential Patient Services (CPS) is Now Offering Free Mental Health Services to Those Living with HIV/AIDS
Confidential Patient Services (CPS)- a program that helps those living with HIV/AIDS with housing assistance, financial assistance, food assistance, and healthcare navigation- now provides the much needed service of mental health counseling. - August 05, 2013 - AIDS Assistance Foundation
CADVA Launches Anti-Violence Campaign in Trinidad with Innovative Ways to Support Youth at Risk
The U.S.-based Caribbean American Domestic Violence Awareness (CADVA) will bring its anti-violence campaign initiative to Trinidad and Tobago August 6-12. A series of events will commence under the theme: “Unite To Inspire: Education Creates Acceptance,” launching “Operation... - August 04, 2013 - Caribbean American Domestic Violence Awareness
Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Event at Will County Farm Bureau
Join Operation Kidsafe, the Joliet Fire Department Department and Country Financial for a fun 2 day child safety fair. - August 04, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
Operation KidSafe Announces Fingerprint Station Location in Langley, BC
One of the Operation KidSafe digital fingerprinting units will be available at no charge to area families, starting in August 21, 2013 in the Vancouver metro area. This system produces a lifetime safety record for a child and only the parent gets a record of the visit. Safety tips and education are also provided so parents can help arm their children with knowledge. - August 03, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
National Nonprofit Announces Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
Rutgers Professor, Dr. Maurice J. Elias, to receive 2013 Sanford N. McDonnell Award for Lifetime Achievement in Character Education. - August 03, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
U.S. Gas & Electric Recognized by Florida Trend as One of the Top Private Companies in Florida
U.S. Gas & Electric Recognized as One of the Top Private Companies in Florida - August 02, 2013 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Human Rights Day Celebration Will be Held in December in Tennessee
The Tennessee celebration of International Human Rights Day will be held in December this year. - August 01, 2013 - United for Human Rights
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Announces Collaboration with Autodesk
New Relationship Aimed at Incorporating Sustainable Design Elements and Lessons into GEF Green Building Curriculum. - August 01, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Sustainable Atlanta Launches New Look Up ATL Social Good Community for Metro Region
LookUp Atlanta is the new social good community developed by Sustainable Atlanta. It’s where metro Atlantans can now come together to strengthen communities, inspire action and enrich lives. By raising awareness about local sustainability efforts, connecting people, and sharing resources, Look Up inspires individuals and organizations to act for good — helping build a healthy and prosperous future for everyone in the metro area. - July 28, 2013 - Sustainable Atlanta
US Army Europe Band's Grey Cafe to Perform at Mom2Mom KMC World Breastfeeding Week Open House
USAREUR Band Combo brings the party with them as they join other military and private oganizations in celebrating World Breastfeeding Week - July 27, 2013 - Mom2Mom KMC
Canada Remains Lowest in Growth of Renewables
Canada’s annual growth of renewable energy will be 1.6% until 2040, compared with 1.8% for the United States and 2.5% for the world, according to the latest projections from the US Department of Energy’s statistical agency. - July 27, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Mom2Mom KMC Hosts Big Latch On, World Breastfeeding Week Open House
World Breastfeeding Week 2013 highlights the importance of Peer Counseling for breastfeeding mothers. Mom2Mom KMC provides breastfeeding peer support for American military families stationed overseas in the Kaiserslautern Military Community. - July 26, 2013 - Mom2Mom KMC
Dr. Samantha Kleinberg Awarded NIH Grant for New Methods of Studying Large-Scale Data
Research promises to make healthcare monitoring more effective for clinicians - July 26, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
U.S. Gas & Electric Recognized by South Florida Business Journal as One of the Top 100 Private Companies in South Florida
U.S. Gas & Electric Recognized as One of the Top 100 Private Companies in South Florida - July 25, 2013 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Wildlife Control and Removal Business Opens in Madison WI
Brian Williams, a longtime resident of Madison, WI, realized his dream of opening his own wildlife control and removal business on July 15, 2013. Williams, owner of A All Animal Control of Madison, WI, developed a passion for hunting and fishing early in his life. With the support of his family,... - July 24, 2013 - A All Animal Control
U.S. Gas & Electric Recognized as a “2013 Company of the Year” by The American Business Awards
U.S. Gas & Electric Recognized as a “2013 Company of the Year” by The American Business Awards - July 23, 2013 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Black Community Members with DC Troy Davis Call for Mass Economic Boycott in the Wake of Trayvon Martin Verdict
Local Black activists and community members with DC Troy Davis are calling for a mass economic "Black Out Our Dollars" boycott to take place from August 1, 2013 until February 26, 2014. - July 23, 2013 - DC Troy Davis
Nashville Amnesty Group Receives Help from Neighbors to the South
Amnesty International is preparing for a statewide human rights conference at the end of September 2013, and is receiving support from the Southern Regional Office based in Atlanta, GA. - July 20, 2013 - Nashville Amnesty
Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s Summer Event Series Brings Music, Art, and Stewardship to Pennsylvania Trail Communities
With a focus on art, music, community and volunteer stewardship, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s Third Thursdays events are a terrific way to get to know and get involved with the Appalachian Trail. - July 20, 2013 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Audubon International Names Associate Director of Advancement
Audubon International is excited to announce it has named Joseph Madeira the Associate Director of Advancement. Joe joined the team at its headquarters in Troy, New York on July 17, 2013. In this newly-created position, Joe will spearhead development, management, and implementation of strategic... - July 20, 2013 - Audubon International
Oil Price to Have Minuscule Impact on Growth of Renewables in Canada
Canada’s below-average growth of green power will not be affected by the future price of oil, according to forecasts from the US Department of Energy. - July 20, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Thinking Outside the Box to Create a Shipping Container House
Shipping container self-sustaining house will be the first of its kind in Ontario. - July 18, 2013 - The Wall of Geckos
National Atheist Party Votes to Change Name to "Secular Party of America"
The membership of the National Atheist Party (NAP) has voted and is announcing name change. - July 18, 2013 - Secular Party of America
Excel Learning Center Flips the Switch on New Solar System
Excel Learning Center, a premier childcare facility serving South Jersey, will flip the switch on a brand new solar system at their beautiful six acre Mt. Laurel campus. The 52kW system, designed and installed by the energy experts at Moore Energy, is estimated to cover over fifty percent of the... - July 16, 2013 - Moore Energy LLC
Hearing Set for July 22-23 to Assess Common Core Implementation in Arkansas
The Arkansas House and Senate Education Committees are scheduled to meet to discuss the implementation of the Common Core State Standards in Arkansas. The members of the committees will hear testimonies from both those who support Common Core and those who oppose it. Arkansas Against Common Core... - July 16, 2013 - Arkansas Against Common Core
Get Hooked on Downhill Mountain Biking with a Special, 4-Week Class from Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Intermediate and advanced level mountain bikers are invited to learn the skills needed to happily ride trails at Stevens Pass and Whistler Mountain Bike Parks in this special 4-class series - or just the final, one-day clinic at Stevens Pass. - July 13, 2013 - Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance
Four Swedish Corporates Make the Top 100 Globally for Resource Efficiency
Four publicly traded Swedish companies have been included in the Osmosis Resource Efficiency Index (ticker MOREWOUT), an index that tracks the relative resource efficiency of the world largest companies in the developed markets. - July 12, 2013 - Osmosis Investment Management
Dr. Alexei Miasnikov Presents Groundbreaking Mathematical Research at Prestigious International Congress of Mathematics 2014
Dr. Alexei Miasnikov, Director of the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Stevens Institute of Technology, and his frequent collaborator Dr. Olga Kharlampovich of Hunter College have been chosen as speakers at the International Congress of Mathematics (ICM) 2014, the largest conference in the... - July 12, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. Yazan Manna Honored with Distinguished Teaching Faculty Award
Award from Student Government Association recognizes his dedication to enhancing students’ classroom experiences - July 12, 2013 - Stevens Institute of Technology
EOS 100 Receives PE Editor's Choice Award 2013
EOS Remediation, LLC's newest product, EOS 100, receives the PE Editor's Choice Award. - July 10, 2013 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Price of Solar PV Drops 20% Per Year in Canada
The price for solar modules dropped to C$1.52 per watt in 2011, compared with $9.41 in 2001, which is in contrast to other reports which indicate that the growth of renewable energy in Canada is increasing at a slower rate than the consumption of non-renewable energy sources. - July 10, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
The Launch of Bushwise Hospitality Internship Training Courses at Luxury Safari Lodges Across South Africa
Bushwise launches Hospitality Internship Training Courses in luxury safari lodges on some of the finest game reserves in South Africa; unique and exciting career development opportunities in the African wilderness. - July 05, 2013 - Bushwise
Evening Programs at Appalachian Trail Biennial Feature Music, Culture, and Trails
The 2013 Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s Biennial Conference organizers invite the public to attend live music, dancing, presentations about hiking trails, and a Cherokee storyteller from Sunday, July 21 to Thursday, July 25 at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Events... - July 04, 2013 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Maine Community Foundation Awards Grant for New Conservation Summer Camp
For the past several years the Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District has offered a Natural Resources and Agricultural Summer Camp to children ages 7-12. Starting this summer, the PCSWCD will be offering a Teen Conservation Camp for youth ages 13-18! With generous funding provided... - June 30, 2013 - Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District