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Creative Financing for Independent Films
The Chattanooga Film Society will host a panel discussion this Thursday at the Downtown Chattanooga YMCA beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the topic of creative financing for independent films. The expert panel will feature veteran actor Dylan Kussman (Dead Poets Society), director Jeff Burr, and local filmmaker Drew Belz. - November 17, 2011 - Chattanooga Film Society
AmpleHarvest.org Announces "Centerpieces for Pantries" Initiative
Nationwide hunger/nutrition initiative recommends replacing Thanksgiving table floral centerpieces with edible arrangements to be donated to a local food pantry the next day. - November 15, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
Women of Color Arts & Film Festival (WOCAF) Announce Its 7th Annual Festival
Women of Color Arts & Film Festival (WOCAF) Announce Its 7th Annual Festival to Take Place on March 15-18, 2012 in Atlanta, Ga. - November 15, 2011 - WOCAF Festival
Operation Kidsafe Digital Fingerprinting Event
Operation Kidsafe is coming to Vancouver for 3 weekends of Free child safety events. The Vancouver Police Department will be at the event with safety information for parents. Police contact: Constable Lindsey Houghton 604-717-2680 or Constable Andrew Pang. One of the Operation KidSafe digital... - November 15, 2011 - Operation Kidsafe
Judge Larry Axelrood Presides Over Second Largest Veterans Court in the State of Illinois
For close to two years, Judge Larry G. Axelrood has presided over veterans court in the Skokie court house twice a month. This specialty court provides treatment alternatives to incarceration for military veterans who have been charged with nonviolent felony offenses. Since its inception, Judge... - November 09, 2011 - Elect Judge Axelrood
Peaceful Solution Character Education Incorporated Rolls Out New Website to Ramp Up Efforts to Help Bring About Peace in Your Life, Community and World
Non-profit organization updates website so any individual or organization looking for positive character change for themselves or others will find what they’re looking for faster and easier - November 09, 2011 - Peaceful Solution Character Education Incorporated
Recycling Fundraiser Earns Assistive Technology for Brick Special Education PTA
Students and Families Go Green to earn assistive technology and cash for special education programs - November 09, 2011 - Brick SEPTA
Occupy Privacy: UmeNow Launches Anti-Tracking Campaign
UmeNow.com is on the offensive. It has launched a new campaign “Occupy Privacy,” spearheaded by the release of a video that depicts life under surveillance. "Occupy Privacy is about people taking back what belongs to them," says Evelyn Castillo-Bach, the outspoken privacy... - November 08, 2011 - UmeNow, LLC
BlackGirlsCode is Dedicated to Inspiring Girls of Color to Become the Next Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg
BlackGirlsCode, a non-profit organization helping girls of color, ages 6 to 14, to become successful computer programmers has a mission to inspire a new generation of African American female coders to remold the complexion of the software development industry. - November 07, 2011 - BlackGirlsCode
Nebraska Celebrates 11/11/11 as Global Peace Day
Governor Dave Heinemann of Nebraska and Mayor Jim Suttle of Omaha, NE have proclaimed 11/11/11 as Global Peace Day. There is going to be a large gathering of people in Omaha on 11/11/11 with the Mayor as Chief Guest to observe silence for a minute at 11:11AM at the Social Hall of the Hindu Temple. - November 05, 2011 - Universal Peace Foundation of North America
Bottle & Bottega Announces Premier Social and Corporate Events Franchise Opportunity Seeks Savvy Professionals to Provide a Cool Alternative to a Typical Night Out
Bottle & Bottega, a premier corporate and social event business that creates fun and unique artistic experiences, announced today that it is offering franchise opportunities for qualified professionals throughout the US. Combining multiple forms of hands-on art instruction from Studio Artists... - November 04, 2011 - Bottle and Bottega, Inc.
Fast Color Raising $1,000,000.00 for Our Military Veterans
For each shirt that is sold, Fast Color will donate an additional $1.00 towards the “Help on the Homefront” fund. The Patriot Guard Riders will also receive the profits from each shirt sold, for their general fund. - November 03, 2011 - Fast Color Inc
CNE Announces the Retirement of Executive Director Martha Arntson
Childcare Network of Evanston (CNE) announces the retirement of Executive Director Martha Arntson, who will continue in her position until June 30, 2012. An executive director search is underway. - November 03, 2011 - Childcare Network of Evanston
The Independent Adoption Center Launches Open Portrait
IAC Starts Tumblr Blog Celebrating Lives Touched by Open Adoption - November 02, 2011 - Independent Adoption Center
Girl Scouts to Celebrate 100th Anniversary with Family Event Nov. 19 in Coral Springs
Thousands are expected to celebrate the centennial of Girl Scouts in the U.S.A. at the Coral Springs SportsPlex on Saturday, November 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Girls Scouts of today, yesterday and tomorrow and their families will explore the history of Girl Scouts and the new programs introduced in... - October 31, 2011 - Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida Cypress Service Unit
Golfers Tee Off for the Troops
The Exclusive Wood Ranch Golf Club holds a Golf Tournament to benefit For The Troops, in sending care packages to the Troops and to the Disabled American Veterans Local chapter 55 in Simi Valley. - October 30, 2011 - For The Troops Charity Golf Tournament
Immigration Voice Applauds Bipartisan Judiciary Committee Vote to Fix Unintended Backlogs Confronting Legal, High-Skilled Immigrants
Immigration Voice applauds bipartisan Judiciary Committee vote on Oct 27th, to fix unintended backlogs confronting legal, high-skilled immigrants and urges the Congress to pass H.R. 3012 - Fairness for High-skilled Immigrants Act without delay. - October 30, 2011 - Immigration Voice
Riverside Robotics Society Presents the Riverside Robot Expo 2011
The Riverside Robotics Society presents the Riverside Robot Expo 2011. This is an exposition of robots and robotics that will include live-size replicas of robots such as Wall-E and R2D2 as well as presentations on robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and robotic sensors including the Microsoft Kinect. - October 29, 2011 - Riverside Robotics Society
Congresswoman Limkaichong Lauds Malaysian Prince’s Anti-Dengue Campaign; Urges LGUs to Intensify Drive vs Menace
Rep. Jocelyn S. Limkaichong of Negros Oriental, Philippines believes dengue can be stopped. But this can only happen if and only if: national and local governments appropriate sufficient funds for the health sector, and intensify information and education drives in the communities; the business community support these drives; and people in the communities keep themselves informed and educated, and actively play their role as anti-dengue advocates -- right at their own homes. - October 27, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong
Stop the Traffic in Humans by the Network for Peace
Network for Peace honors Media 4 Humanity and their founder, former TV reporter Melanie Siben, for their work to eradicate child trafficking in the United States. Media 4 Humanity attracts student interns from all over the country. More than 250 undergraduate and graduate students have undergone a rigorous internship program that prepares them to be leaders in the fight against modern-day slavery. Event details: October 26th at 6:30-9PM at Marymount School, Fifth Av at 84 St in NY. - October 26, 2011 - Network for Peace
WETSU Men's Division Presents “A Day to Make a Difference” in Support of Wind Youth Services
WETSU Men’s Division is supporting Wind Youth Services as the annual “A Day to Make a Difference” event by gathering members of the community to renovate and update the Wind facilities on Saturday, October 29th. Wind provides shelter and training for homeless teens in Sacramento. - October 26, 2011 - WETSU
Hanahan Mayor to Speak at Vigil for Victims of Anti-Gay Bullying
We Are Family hosts the second annual "It Gets Better, Charleston" candle light vigil to raise awareness of anti-gay bullying and to prevent suicides among LGBT teens. - October 26, 2011 - We Are Family
Announcing NYC's First Green Holiday Festival
From the same people who brought you the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, U.S. Veg Corp is excited to announce its first annual Green Holiday Festival that will feature various green-minded gift vendors, non-profit information tables, live entertainment, and activities in celebration of green living... - October 23, 2011 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Congresswoman Limkaichong Speaks in Global Development Meeting; Talk Centered on Philippines’ Situation and Policy Priorities on Education and Health Sectors
Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong of the 1st District of Negros Oriental, central Philippines was invited to speak in the Global Development Network's (GDN) regional policy seminar on “Effective Public Service Delivery in Health and Education,” New Delhi, India, October 12, 2011. And as expected, she delivered a rousing speech, and a comprehensive picture of Philippines' education and health sectors. - October 20, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong
Cong. Limkaichong Condemns October 14 Attack -- and the People Behind It
This is the full text of Congresswoman Josy Limkaichong's official press statement re: attack on a government project site in Himampangon Road, Negros Oriental, central Philippines. - October 20, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong
World Overcomers Christian Church Adopts Y.E. Smith Elementary School for 2011-2012 School Year
Local Church Assists Durham, N.C., School With Classrooms And Library - October 20, 2011 - World Overcomers Christian Church
Solon Supports Bill Giving Tax Relief to Families with Disabled Dependents
Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong (1st District, Negros Oriental, Philippines) shares in this report that a measure aimed at helping poor families supporting children with disabilities and special needs has been approved by the 15th Congress’ Committee on Ways and Means. She says the measure is in compliance to Magna Carta for Persons with Disabilities and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. - October 20, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong
Occupy Resistance Network to Unify the Occupy Wall Street Movement
Occupy Resistance Network launches a social network for Occupy supporters in the fight against financial greed and corporate corruption. - October 15, 2011 - OccupyR
Chris Dredger Nominated for Talk Talk Digital Hero 2011 Awards for the South West
Voting is Open for South West's Digital Heroes - October 15, 2011 - Storybook Dads
Embrace to Host 3rd Annual "Embrace the Streets" Event with Thousands of Pounds of Clothing, Blankets and Food Donated to San Diego’s Homeless Civilians and Veterans
On November 12th, college student volunteers, elected officials and community members will join Embrace on the corners of 15th & Island and 16th & Island. - October 14, 2011 - Embrace
Cape Cod C Shells Issues First in a Series of Copper Coins for Bartering and Collecting as Souvenirs
Cape Cod C Shells Barter Community is pleased to announce the minting of the first medallion in the “C Shell” series. The medallion has a scallop shell on one side and a depiction of Cape Cod on the other. The medallion is struck in .999 fine copper, other medallions to be released will include silver and gold. - October 14, 2011 - Cape Cod C Shells Inc
Congresswoman Limkaichong: Teachers Are Not Heroes – They’re Superheroes!
Rep. Jocelyn Limkaichong of the 1st District of Negros Oriental, central Philippines, delivered before thousands of teachers in her home province late last week a heartwarming, to say the least, speech paying tribute to our world's heroes - our teachers - in celebration of the World Teachers' Day. - October 14, 2011 - Office of Congresswoman Jocelyn S. Limkaichong
The First Step for the Next Step Foundation is an Open House
New Terre Haute non-profit purchases a facility and has plans to open a residential treatment facility for women serious about recovering from addiction in the Wabash Valley. - October 13, 2011 - The Next Step Foundation
Famed Chef and Author Greg Atkinson to Speak at Eat Local Now Dinner Event
Star chef and author Greg Atkinson is the featured speaker at the 8th Annual Eat Local Now! dinner, a fundraiser for groups working to encourage our local food systems: Seattle Good Business Network, CoolMom and Sustainable West Seattle. Themed “Eat Good Food,” the dinner will be held... - October 13, 2011 - Eat Local Now!
World Overcomers Christian Church Hosts 6th Annual Harvest Fest Saturday, Oct. 29
Family-Friendly Celebration Free to Public, More Than 10,000 Expected to Attend - October 13, 2011 - World Overcomers Christian Church
World Bank-Cities Alliance and Future Cities Institute Visit Christchurch
Reconstruction efforts in Christchurch have been described as world leading following a visit from the World Bank – Cities Alliance and the Future Cities Institute recently. Visiting New Zealand from Washington, DC to speak at the Futures Cities Forum in Auckland, William (Billy) Cobbett,... - October 12, 2011 - Future Cities Institute
Top Broadcasters League of Philippines Official Sanctions Social Network PinoyKubo
The President of the Broadcasters League of the Philippines, on October 6, recommended the use of AstraQom's Pinoy Kubo, a social networking site for Filipinos, to the Broadcaster Forum and Press Conference participants at the Hotel Rembrant in Quezon City. The highly respected organization's top official Rolly Gonzalo's message in English: "This is what you must try. Why? You can come up with your new career and business opportunities, plus you can talk to your relatives and friends free." - October 10, 2011 - Pinoy Kubo
Best-Selling Authors Gather for Birmingham’s Largest Literary Event
The Birmingham chapter of the Romance Writers of America (RWA), Southern Magic, will host more than twenty authors, publishers, and editors at the eighth annual Readers’ Luncheon on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at the Harbert Center in downtown Birmingham. - October 10, 2011 - Southern Magic RWA
Yogathon Fundraiser to Bring Awareness to Healthcare Around the World
Ad+World Health is hosting Off The Mat AD+ to the World Yogathon on October 8th through October 9th 2011 at Golden Bridge Yoga Center. This event brings together selfless people who want to add to the world by raising awareness and the funds needed to bring medical relief and healthcare clinics to... - October 07, 2011 - Ad+World Health
AmpleHarvest.org Announced as Winner of the Glynwood “2011 Wave of the Future” Award
Nationwide hunger/nutrition initiative enabling thousands of food pantries to receive excess garden produce to be honored at awards ceremony in New York City. - October 06, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
Kentuckiana Babywearers of Louisville Are Celebrating International Babywearing Week
Join the Worldwide Celebration of International Babywearing Week. The Kentuckiana Babywearers of Louisville will be joining nonprofit organizations all around the world to celebrate the third annual International Babywearing Week, which will be held from October 10-16, 2011. International... - October 06, 2011 - Kentuckiana Babywearers
Holiday Fund Raising Project for Children in Need: Spread The Love
Spread The Love is a fundraising project for children without a family. The love is "spread" in two ways. First, the buyers can send beautiful wallet size poem cards to their loved ones to let them know they care and think of them. Second, Spread The Love helps orphans celebrate the holiday this season: all profits from the sales are donated to local organizations. - October 02, 2011 - Spread The Love
Empowering America's Voters – Information Literacy
October is National Information Literacy Awareness Month. In 2009, President Obama issued the first presidential proclamation, acknowledging the critical importance of information literacy to the social and economic welfare of the American people. Knowing how to find, evaluate, and use effectively information from a variety of media and information resources are essential 21st century competencies every American needs to know to ensure personal, academic, and professional success. - October 02, 2011 - National Forum on Information Literacy
PM Directed USF to Include Flood Stricken Districts of Sindh in the Proposed Telemedicine Network Immediately
Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani chaired the 25th meeting of Board of Directors of Universal Service Fund (USF) as Minister-Information Technology, at Prime Minister’s House this morning. The meeting approved projects budget of Rs.9.9 billion for Financial Year 2001-12 including... - October 02, 2011 - Universal Service Fund - Pakistan
Bootstrap America Launches Website for Those Who Want to Restore America to Its’ Former Status of Prominence
A new website for an open forum of knowledge exchange has launched. What makes this site unique and vital is that Bootstrap America is designed to give a voice and resources to those who want to restore America to its’ former status of prominence. Francine Vallone, one of the two partners of... - October 02, 2011 - Bootstrap America
A Night of Unity: Celebrating Diversity Using the Arts
Real Life Poets, Inc. will present its 1st Annual “A Night Of Unity” Fundraiser celebrating cultural diversity through the arts, hosted by WBRC Fox6 News Reporter Melanie Posey. An array of artistry will be highlighted including, spoken word, live painting, culinary, music, and media as... - October 01, 2011 - Real Life Poets, Inc.
2011 Columbus Walk Now for Autism Speaks - October 9th
The 4th annual Columbus Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on 10/9/2011 at Value City Arena at The Jerome Schottenstein Center on The Ohio State University campus. All event proceeds will support Autism Speaks’ work, both locally and nationally. Please join them. - September 30, 2011 - Autism Speaks, Columbus, Ohio
World Pet Association Announces Winners of 2011 Groomer SuperShow Hosted at SuperZoo
Every Year, the World Pet Association hosts grooming contests at SuperZoo, a pet industry trade show. The World Pet Association is pleased to announce the winning groomers of the 2011 SuperZoo Groomer SuperShow. - September 30, 2011 - World Pet Association
Peoria Gets in on World Record Photo Campaign
Illinois to host next I AM EQUAL Photo Documentary event stop. - September 30, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
One Million Hugs Not Drugs® Facebook Fans
Hugs Not Drugs® Facebook Fan Page celebrates more Fans than any other non-profit organization on Facebook... - September 30, 2011 - Hugs Not Drugs, Family Life International, Inc.