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Cape Fear Farm Heritage Association to Hold Southern Farm Days
Southern Farm Days event Saturday, March 17-Sunday, March 18 from 9 am - 5 pm at Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina in Lake Waccamaw, NC. Proceeds benefit Boys and Girls Homes. - February 15, 2012 - Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina, Inc.
Reptile Show and Sale at the America’s Family Pet Expo: Enthusiasts Now Able to Sell and Purchase Throughout the Weekend
From spotted, striped to scaled and smooth, all species of reptiles to make their debut at America’s Family Pet Expo at the OC Fair and Event Center, April 20-22. - February 15, 2012 - World Pet Association
Workshop to Teach Middle School-Age Girls of Color to Develop Software Programming Skills and Create Interactive Video Games
Black Girls Code, a non-profit organization helping girls of color, ages 7 to 14, to become successful computer programmers is holding its second software development workshop from February 18, 2012 - March 24, 2012 in partnership with the San Francisco office of ThoughtWorks. The 6 week long... - February 14, 2012 - BlackGirlsCode
Operation Kidsafe Free Digital Fingerprinting at Kidfest 2012
Kidfest 2012 Free admission, parent resources, kids activities, demonstrations and much more. - February 14, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
Exhibit Space and Sponsorships Now Available for World Pet Association’s America’s Family Pet Expo
Interested Pet-Related Businesses and Organizations are invited to be a part of the April 20-22, 2012 Orange County Event. - February 13, 2012 - World Pet Association
U.S. Assistant Secretary of Labor an Inspiring Keynote Speaker at OIC of Broward County Graduation Ceremony
Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC) of Broward County held its annual graduation last week with Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employment and Training, Jane Oates as this year’s keynote speaker. - February 11, 2012 - OIC of South Florida
Feed the Hungry Annual Raffle & Silent Auction Presents Alegría: Cirque De San Miguel
Happiness envelopes you at Alegría...Cirque de San Miguel, a dazzling GravityWorks performance and seated banquet presented by Feed the Hungry San Miguel during its Annual Raffle & Silent Auction at the Rosewood Hotel on Sunday, March 11, from 1:00-3:30pm. - February 11, 2012 - Feed the Hungry San Miguel
OCA Concerned About the Possible Effects Riverton Fire Will Have on Children’s Health
The Office of the Children’s Advocate (OCA) has taken note of the ongoing fire at the Riverton City Dump, which is affecting sections of the corporate area. While the OCA acknowledges the efforts being carried out by the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) and its partners in... - February 10, 2012 - Office of The Children's Advocate
Chaine des Rotisseurs at Restaurant Mazzi in Lancaster, PA
Chaine des Rotisseurs, Lancaster Bailliage holds its holiday dinner at restaurant Mazzi. New member induction ceremony will be held 12 March 2012. Mid-Atlantic Young Chef's competition to be held 11 March, 2012 in York, PA. - February 09, 2012 - Chaine des Rotisseurs
Go to the Vegetarian Festival, Win a One-Week Vegan Sailing Vacation
“Vegan” isn’t just about eating anymore. It applies to clothing, bath products, stationery items, and now even sailing the seas. With the second annual New York City Vegetarian Food Festival just one month away, organizers announced recently that all festival-goers will have a... - February 08, 2012 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Chattanooga Film Society Continues the Southern Circuit Independent Film Series with "The Toe Tactic"
The Chattanooga Film Society is holding a screening of the independent film "The Toe Tactic" and a Q and A session with the director of the film will follow. - February 08, 2012 - Chattanooga Film Society
Children’s Advocate Commissions Investigation Into Drowning of St. Andrew College Students
The Office of the Children’s Advocate (OCA), under the direction of the Children’s Advocate Diahann Gordon-Harrison, today February 6, 2012, commissioned an investigation into the drowning of 15 year old Shane Burke and 16 year old Demel Osbourne. The boys who are students of St. Andrew... - February 06, 2012 - Office of The Children's Advocate
Three Americans Embark on a 7,000 Mile, 2 Year Journey Across Africa for Clean Water
Non-profit organization Walking4Water makes an unprecedented journey to bring awareness and resources to those in need - February 05, 2012 - Walking4Water
World Renowned Architect and Inventor Michael Reynolds to Lecture in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is one of the most toxic, blighted, and unemployed cities in America. In response to this growing crisis, Yeadon based nonprofit LoveLovingLove Inc. has been working for over three years to bring an “Earthship” to the ailing city. In April, they will be one step closer. - February 05, 2012 - LoveLovingLove Inc
Advocacy Group Warns FDA on New Hydrocodone Formulations
A consumer advocacy group has warned the FDA that new single entity, extended-release (ER) formulations of the opioid painkiller hydrocodone could bring on the next tidal wave of overdose deaths and addictions if approved by the agency. Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc. (ARPO),... - February 03, 2012 - Advocates for the Reform of Prescription Opioids, Inc.
World Overcomers Christian Church Hosts Valentine’s Celebration on Friday, Feb. 10
Singles, Engaged and Married Couples Encouraged to Attend Festive Event - February 03, 2012 - World Overcomers Christian Church
Vegetarian Food Festival Takes Second Bite Out of Big Apple
The first weekend of March will see the second annual NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, the blowout event for foodies, locavores, vegetarians, vegans, flexitarians, and all those who want to find out more about living a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. - February 01, 2012 - U.S. Veg Corp.
World Overcomers Christian Church Debuts “A Moment Of Truth” Series with Senior Pastor Andy Thompson
New Video Series Designed to Inspire and Motivate Viewers - January 29, 2012 - World Overcomers Christian Church
Destination Science Blasts Off in Dallas/Fort Worth
Summer Science Camp offers cutting-edge alternative to other summer programs by grooming tomorrow’s science “super-heroes.” Destination Science is expanding to the Dallas/Fort Worth area this upcoming summer. - January 27, 2012 - Destination Science
HOPE Ranch Learning Academy, Hudson, FL "If I Were Your Superhero" Play Fundraiser - Autism Awareness Tampa Bay
Raising Autism awareness in Tampa Bay community through the arts. HOPE Youth Ranch hosts "If I Were Your Superhero." Proceeds to benefit HOPE Ranch Learning academy which teaches children with Autism. HOPE Youth Ranch, Inc. is a 5013c based in Hudson, Florida on a 9 acre ranch focusing on therapeutic services, special education and Equine assist therapy. - January 26, 2012 - HOPE Youth Ranch, Inc.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee Announce New Board Members and Board Chair
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee (BGCMT) is pleased to announce the addition of 10 new members to its 2012 Board of Directors, along with the appointment of a new Board Chairman. Making up the organization's Board of Directors are community and business leaders from both Davidson and... - January 26, 2012 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
New National Hepatitis C Helpline Promises "One Call – Lots of Help"
A new national helpline, 877-HELP-4-HEP, run by and for people affected by hepatitis C will formally launch February 1, 2012. This new consumer resource is the result of a year-long collaboration among five national nonprofits with a combined 90 years’ experience in phone-based peer... - January 24, 2012 - The Support Partnership
Junior League of Greater Orlando Launches “Hoops for Hunger” Charity Gala to Conquer Childhood Hunger and Poverty
Public Tickets Available for Purchase This year, the Junior League of Greater Orlando will host its first March Madness-inspired charity gala, Hoops for Hunger, on Saturday, March 10, 2012. The evening promises such entertainment as music and dancing under the palms of Terrace390’s... - January 22, 2012 - Junior League of Greater Orlando
Free Educational Fit-n-Fun Fest Planned for Kids and Families in Winter Park
Junior League of Greater Orlando (JLGO) Hosts Kids in the Kitchen Event for Central Florida Families to Promote Importance of Eating Right and Staying Healthy. - January 22, 2012 - Junior League of Greater Orlando
New York Life Coach Offers Help to Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender Teens
William Constantine, a highly sought after Life Coach, is reaching out to Gay, Lesbian and Transgender teens who are having difficulty accepting their identity, dealing with bullying, or contemplating suicide. - January 20, 2012 - William Constantine
World Overcomers Christian Church Kicks Off New Year of Next Level Woman Fellowship on Jan. 21
First Lady LaShawn Thompson to Minister a Powerful Message of God’s Promise - January 20, 2012 - World Overcomers Christian Church
Krav Maga Orange County Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Krav Maga Orange County is offering special packages to new students who sign up in 2012 in celebration of it's 20th Anniversary. - January 19, 2012 - Krav Maga Orange County
Hip Hop Therapy & Hip Hop Psychology Conference at Fordham University: Cutting Edge Interventions Bring Together International Social Scientists, Students & Performers
Hip Hop Therapy & Hip Hop Psychology Conference at Fordham University Cutting edge interventions bring together social scientists, students and performers from around the world to New York City. Fordham University in conjunction with Hip Hop Therapy and Hip Hop Psychology present the first... - January 18, 2012 - Hip Hop Psychology
Dr. C.B. Peter Morgan to Speak at World Overcomers Christian Church
Apostolic Leader and Bishop in Jamaica to Address Worshippers with Message of Hope, Transformation on Wednesday, Jan. 18 - January 18, 2012 - World Overcomers Christian Church
Top Scientists Meet to Discuss Greatest Threats to the Earth
A conference is held with world renowned scientists to identify the greatest threats to the Earth. - January 12, 2012 - The Jeffrey Epstein Foundation
Operation Kidsafe Free Digital Fingerprinting Program
Free program that will give parents a lifetime record of their child's fingerprints. - January 11, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
1/6/12 Krav Maga Worldwide Chief Instructor Darren Levine Holding Home Invasion Defense Seminar at Krav Maga Orange County’s Irvine Location
Krav Maga of Orange Countywill be hosting a Home Invasion Defense Seminar led by Krav Maga Worldwide Chief Instructor Darren Levine on February 4th from 2:00-5:00 pm at KMOC’s Irvine location. - January 11, 2012 - Krav Maga Orange County
Local Non-Profit to Help Develop & Shape Youth Leaders; Motivate for the Future
E.E.L Program—Encouragement and Empowerment of Leadership, will demonstrate to city youths the importance of being encouraged and empowered in order to become leaders and trailblazers in society. - January 09, 2012 - Be Positive Campaign, Inc
Gary Oppenheimer from AmpleHarvest.org to Speak at TEDxManhattan "Changing The Way We Eat" on January 21, 2012
www.TEDxManhattan.org - Oppenheimer to talk about the AmpleHarvest.org Campaign - Find or host a Viewing Party in your Area to watch the Live Webcast. www.AmpleHarvest.org/TEDx - January 08, 2012 - AmpleHarvest.org
Partnership to Help Mid Sized Companies Expand in a Digital World
Future Cities Institute (FCI) today announced its partnership with M Institute, the UK's leading think tank on issues relating to mid-sized businesses. This partnership aims to empower mid-sized companies to participate fully in growth opportunities in the digital world. - January 07, 2012 - Future Cities Institute
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area Kicks Off National Mentoring Month with Search for 75 Mentors & Call for Funding to Serve the 750 Children on the Waiting List
Big Brothers Big Sister of the Bay Area (BBBSBA) announced today an ambitious new campaign to recruit 75 new Bay Area mentors as well as a call for donations to help support mentoring matches for 2012. The campaign kick-off coincides with National Mentoring Month and is designed to immediately... - January 04, 2012 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
World Overcomers Christian Church Hosts New Year’s Services
Local Church Invites Community to Attend Services on Saturday, Dec. 31 and Sunday, Jan. 1 - December 31, 2011 - World Overcomers Christian Church
Ready to Write? Writing Ourselves Whole Offers Expanded Classes and Locations in 2012
New and expanded workshop offerings in January for writers of any experience level in San Francisco and Marin led by widely anthologized author and facilitator, Jen Cross. - December 30, 2011 - Writing Ourselves Whole
World Overcomers Christian Church Honored by Durham County Commissioners
Local Church’s CARE Ministry Team Recognized with Commissioners Community Circle Award for Outreach Efforts - December 29, 2011 - World Overcomers Christian Church
Patriots for Israel Multimedia Presentation Scheduled for Jan. 12th in Saratoga, NY. Israel - Islam: Politics - Peril - Prophecy
Scott Tatro, Founder of Patriots for Israel announces the launch of the organization’s first live public multimedia presentation entitled Israel– Islam: Politics – Peril – Prophecy. The free event is open to the public and scheduled for Thursday, January 12th at 6:30pm, at the Saratoga VFW on Excelsior Avenue in Saratoga Springs, NY. - December 28, 2011 - Patriots for Israel
Congresswoman Limkaichong, Honored by AFP; Dedicates Award to Typhoon Victims
Rep. Jocelyn Limkaichong was recently awarded by the leadership of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, along with 19 other prominent individuals and groups, for significantly contributing to the success of AFP's "Bayanihan" program. - December 23, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong
Sacramento Nonprofit Offers a Unique Gift That Supports the Community
For anyone who is still looking for unique holiday gift ideas, the Northern California nonprofit INALLIANCE may have just the solution - tickets to the "Sacramento Chef Challenge". - December 22, 2011 - Northern California InAlliance
World Overcomers Christian Church Hosts Family-Focused Christmas Services
Local Church Invites Families to Attend Three Services on Sunday, Dec. 25 - December 22, 2011 - World Overcomers Christian Church
AmpleHarvest.org Focus of Public Television's "Growing A Greener World"
Nationwide hunger/nutrition campaign that helps fresh food get to America’s food pantries is spotlighted on TV show for the gardening and grower community. - December 21, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
New York’s Second Annual Vegetarian Food Festival Has New Vendors
Little Duck Organics and Green Mountain Energy are the two newest vendors which have signed up for New York’s second annual Vegetarian Food Festival, to take place March 3-4, 2012 at the Metropolitan Pavilion in Chelsea. With a logo featuring a neon-yellow open-beaked duck, Little Duck... - December 21, 2011 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Young Naturists America - Nude Year's Eve Across America & Newspaper Launch This New Years Eve
Young Naturists America is launching a newspaper while dancing naked coast to coast this New Years Eve, and all can be seen live online. - December 17, 2011 - Young Naturists America
Kid's Self Defense Seminar to be Held in Mission Viejo on 12/17 Starting at 11:30am
Krav Maga Orange County is registering students for a FAST Kids Seminar on Dec 17th, from 11:30a to 1p. This is a self defense and safety seminar to train kids how to handle real life scenarios where they may find themselves in danger from unknown adults and predators. - December 17, 2011 - Krav Maga Orange County
Free Krav Maga Women’s Self Defense Seminar Trains OC Residents
Krav Maga Orange County offers Free Women's Self Defense Seminar in response to sexual assault on Fullerton College Student. - December 17, 2011 - Krav Maga Orange County
Uniting At-Risk Youth Through Music: Local Program Seeks Funding
Baltimore nonprofit seeks backers to fund orchestra program for at-risk youth. - December 16, 2011 - GBYO Bridges Program
Ms. Abilities America Seeking Contestants
Ms. Abilities America is a new pageant for those who happen to have physical or cognitive special needs. Currently in its first year, the Ms. Abilities America is seeking to crown state titleholders. The official crownings of State titleholders will be July 5-7, 2012. In 2013, the first National... - December 16, 2011 - Ms. Abilities America