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SuperZoo Draws Record-Breaking Amount of Exhibitors and Attendees at 2011 Show
SuperZoo, the three-day pet industry trade show, experienced another record-breaking year at the 2011 show recently hosted by the World Pet Association. - September 29, 2011 - World Pet Association
Lincoln to Host Record-Breaking Photo Documentary
Nebraska residents to join historic photo project for human rights. - September 28, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Morning Star Fishermen: Educating the World on Aquaponics and Sustainability
Aquaponics is combining aquaculture with hydroponics. At the MSF North American Headquarters, MSF instructors are educating individuals from around the world so that they may teach others how to live more sustainably. - September 26, 2011 - Morning Star Fishermen
500 Expected at the South Florida Yoga Aid Challenge to Raise Funds for Non-Profit Yoga Program Targeting At-Risk Youth, 305 Spiritual Gangsters
More than 500 yoga practitioners are expected at the South Florida Yoga Aid Challenge set for Sunday, October 2nd, 2011 at the top level of the newly constructed parking complex at 1111 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. The fundraising event will consist of a 2 hour yoga practice of 108 Sun Salutations to... - September 24, 2011 - 305 Spiritual Gangsters
High Food Prices Hurt Drought-Affected Families in Horn of Africa
Prices are actually higher now than during the crisis of 2008, leaving fewer options for people affected by the drought in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia. - September 22, 2011 - Catholic Relief Services
Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, Inc. Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Musical Drama: "The House That Faith Built" – October 1, 2011
Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, under the leadership of Bishop Dr. Barbara L. King, is celebrating 40 years of providing spiritual teachings and services throughout the world. To culminate Hillside’s 40th anniversary celebration, Hillside will present “The House That Faith Built”, a musical drama, on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 7:00 pm. This production will be held in Hillside’s Sanctuary at 2450 Cascade Road, SW, Atlanta, GA 30311. - September 20, 2011 - Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, Inc.
Fraud Victims Offered New Help by TAI as America Teeters on the Brink of Another Recession
The news reports on Wednesday indicate that the U.S. may be headed toward a recession relapse. One retired naval master chief petty officer turned consumer advocate vows to help even more consumers avoid their own personal recession. His company Timeshare Advocacy International LLC has already helped 750 consumers and releases information today to help more people. - September 17, 2011 - TIA
Eat Local Now! Accepting Nominations for the Jeff Fairhall Local Food Hero Award
Eat Local Now! established the Jeff Fairhall Local Food Hero Award in 2008 in honor of Fairhall, a pioneer in creating organic food that was sold in supermarkets, on airlines and in corporations. Fairhall pushed organic food into the mainstream founding the Essential Sandwich Company and later the Essential Bakery. He passed away in 2007. - September 16, 2011 - Eat Local Now!
Food Culture Education Non-Profit Wins Grant to Start Online-Training Program for Local Leaders
The Cookbook Project, a new Food Education Non-Profit that conducts experiential youth education workshops worldwide, was recently endowed with a Seed Grant from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City. The Seed Grant will fund the creation of an online training program for Local... - September 16, 2011 - The Cookbook Project
Human Endeavour to Co-Host All Candidates Debate in Vaughan
Human Endeavour, along with Vaughan Citizen, is organizing a debate on September 20th which will be attended by all provincial candidates from Vaughan - September 16, 2011 - Human Endeavour
Youth Basketball Academy Coming to Boise
HSBCAMPS & The Idaho Athletic Club Team up for Idaho’s First Basketball Academy - September 16, 2011 - HSBCAMPS
Show Your Commitment to Peace on September 21 - International Day of Peace
There could be no more fitting of a day for the Circle of Unity to be granted its 501c3 non-profit status than on September 21, the United Nation’s international Day of Peace. The organization’s first order of business under its new status is a request for all those dedicated to world... - September 16, 2011 - Circle of Unity
Junior League Asks Orlando Community to Hustle to End Child Hunger - Volunteer Organization Hosts Fundraising 5K October 27th and Says "Bring Canned Food"
After kicking off a new League year with a focus on childhood health, hunger and poverty, the Junior League of Greater Orlando will host its fourth annual Harvest Hustle 5K run/walk October 27th in Baldwin Park to support the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and to fund League-sponsored community programs focused on ending childhood hunger. To register, please visit www.jlgo.org or www.run4acause.org/jlgo - September 15, 2011 - Junior League of Greater Orlando
A Merciful Fashion Event That Gives Back: "Have Mercy!" - a Celebration of Eco-Friendly Fur-Less Fashion
Eco-friendly fur-less fashion is the theme for “Have Mercy! (Fashion Event)” presented by U.S. Veg Corp at the eco-friendly TriBeCa venue called Greenhouse on September 15th. “Have Mercy! (Fashion Event)” will feature new couture designs, vegan treats, music, dancing, and... - September 15, 2011 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Bryant Park Comes to The Plains, Virginia
The Windy Hill Foundation today announced its 10th annual fashion show to benefit affordable housing. - September 15, 2011 - Windy Hill Foundation
SmartTalk ConnectedConversations™ Connects Women with Celebrities in a New Fashion; Celebrities, Businesses, Charities and Women – What More Could You Ask for!
SmartTalk ConnectedConversations™ Creates Unforgettable Connected Conversations in the 2012 Season in multiple cities. - September 13, 2011 - SmartTalk Media LLC
9/11 & Heroes Memorial Event Hosted by the Brotherhood for Sheepdog
The Brotherhood for Sheepdog is running a 9/11 & Heroes Memorial Event during the week of September 11th-18th. This is a nationwide event for people to take the time to recognize & support a noble cause and reflect on being an American. - September 12, 2011 - Brotherhood, LLC
Storybook Dads Charity Chain-Gang Hike with Terry Waite
Terry Waite CBE to Join the Storybook Dads Chain Gang on 28th September, 2011. Hostage negotiator, humanitarian and author Terry Waite will be taking part in a "chain gang" walk at HMP Dartmoor this September to raise awareness and funds for the Storybook Dads charity. - September 12, 2011 - Storybook Dads
New Raleigh Church Promises to Rock the Face of Religion and the City
The Rock Church of Raleigh, announces the September 11, 2011 launch of a church that promises to Rock the face of religion and the city of Raleigh, NC. This Sunday, The Rock Church’s launch day is designed to offer a non-threatening environment for people to test drive this new church. This... - September 09, 2011 - The Rock Church Raleigh
750 Fraud Victims Find a Way to Fight Back Thanks to Timeshare Advocacy International
There is a good reason that timeshare sales have an unsavory reputation. Fraudulent selling practices are all too common in the timeshare industry. And a Mt. Juliet, TN company announces today that they have been able to help their 750th customer legally cancel a timeshare contract. Timeshare Advocacy International LLC is dedicated to helping consumers who have been victims of fraud. - September 09, 2011 - TIA
New Data Center Leads to More Successful Adoptions
CAIRS Solutions LLC Inc., announced today that it has successfully completed a data center virtualization upgrade for AIRS, MyAdoptionPortal, ParentFinder and ChildConnect. - September 08, 2011 - CAIRS Solutions LLC
Celebrate September as Family Literacy Month
Florida Governor Rick Scott has issued a proclamation recognizing September as Florida Literacy Month. The fifth annual Florida Literacy Month will be celebrated in conjunction with International Literacy Day on Sept. 8 and National Library Card Signup Month. Florida’s First Lady, Ann Scott,... - September 08, 2011 - Florida Literacy Coalition
Action Party of Morton Grove Announces 5th Annual Golf Outing
The "Jack O'Brien Memorial Golf Outing and Dinner" which is named for one of the Action Party of Morton Grove's founders - will be held on Sunday, September 25, 2011. - September 06, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Comfort Zone Camp Staff Remembers 9/11 with Reunion
Volunteers who shared in the grief and healing of the children of World Trade Center victims recall their memories in preparation of a 2012 reunion event. - September 04, 2011 - Comfort Zone Camp
A Road 2 A Cure is Proud to Announce K & G Cycles Has Come on Board as a Road 2 A Cure Sponsor
The Road 2 A Cure started out as a National Motorcycle Tour to raise awareness for Pancreatic Cancer and now that the successful tour is complete Road 2 A Cure is now on the road to accelerate change, inspire hope and change the lives of those affected by the 4th deadliest Cancer in America. - September 02, 2011 - Road 2 A Cure
9/11 Truthers to Converge Upon New York City for Tenth Anniversary
Friday, September 9 through Sunday, September 11, 2011, thousands of 9/11 truthers will descend on New York City, seeking answers to questions that six of the 9/11 commissioners have themselves raised. - September 01, 2011 - We Are Change NYC
Chattanooga Film Society Debuts Acclaimed Film Series: the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers
The Chattanooga Film Society launches a new screening series in partnership with The Southern Circuit, one of the South's most respected touring film series. The Southern Circuit is a unique program that brings some of the best indie filmmakers from around the country and the world to communities in the South. Over the years, audiences have seen more than 200 films and have engaged filmmakers in post-screening discussions in more than 50 communities across the Southern U.S. - September 01, 2011 - Chattanooga Film Society
Support the Jefferson County Community by Rocking the Night Away with Butch Wax & The Hollywoods and the Michael Terry Group
The Arnold Food Pantry and the National MS Society Gateway Area Chapter have teamed up with legendary entertainers Butch Wax & The Hollywoods and The Michael Terry Group to bring a rocking-good time to the Rickman Auditorium in Arnold, MO on Saturday, October 8th at 7 p.m. Fifty percent of... - August 31, 2011 - Arnold Food Pantry
Art & Soul of St. Pete Featuring Stu Andrews and Josh Sullivan
The St. Petersburg Museum of History is proud to announce the “Art and Soul: Artist of St. Pete” Exhibit. Throughout the year they will have local artists of multiple mediums presenting their pieces within the museum. Every two months a new artist will be on display. September Artists... - August 28, 2011 - Saint Petersburg Historical Society
Human Endeavour Attended and Exhibited at the MapleFest 2011
Human Endeavour (HE) attended and exhibited at the MapleFest 2011 and showcased the arts and crafts made by the community members under the umbrella of EPIC-Crafts, a social enterprise set up by EPIC. - August 26, 2011 - Human Endeavour
The Miracle of Love World Tour 2011 Continues in Glasgow and London
"In a Moment Life Can Change. The Question is, Does Life Happen to Us or do We Create the Life We Desire? It's Our Decision." Source Al Diaz Founder of Ilumine Ao and Internationally Recognized Public Speaker; Hosts the Miracle of Love World Tour. - August 25, 2011 - Ilumine Ao
The Atlanta NAACP Jondelle Johnson Freedom Fund Dinner Honors Ron Clark
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Atlanta Branch will host the 2011 Jondelle Johnson Freedom Fund Dinner Saturday, September 17, 2011. This event will honor educator Ron Clark, activist Elisabeth Omilami, and NBA player as well as community advocate Dwight Howard, who are all actively involved in the community. Special musical performance by Kandi, Grammy Award Winner and Atlanta Housewife. - August 25, 2011 - NAACP Atlanta Branch
Heroes Breakfast Benefit Operation Stand Down, Inc.
Operations Stand Down, non-profit agency serving honorable discharged veterans in Middle Tennessee will be holding their first major fundraiser Oct. 31st at the Lowe's Vanderbilt Hotel Nashville TN. Proceeds from the event are used to support OSDN efforts. - August 23, 2011 - Operation Stand Down, Inc Nashville
PinoyKubo Social Network Enables Startup E Stores with Ease
IP communications and social networks community provider AstraQom has launched a new tool for the PinoyKubo social network, an opportunity for any PinoyKubo member to start and operate his or her own electronic store and sell services and products online. Because of the company's emphasis on... - August 20, 2011 - Pinoy Kubo
Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction to Benefit Gay Youth
The Chart in Park Circle, North Charleston, will host a bachelor/bachelorette singles auction fundraiser on Saturday, August 27 to benefit We Are Family, a nonprofit organization devoted to helping gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, straight ally, and Intersex (GLBTQQAI) youth. - August 19, 2011 - We Are Family
BDPA New York Honored as 2011 Chapter of the Year
BDPA New York was awarded the 2011 Chapter of the Year Award at the 2011 National BDPA Conference Awards Gala at the Hilton Chicago in Chicago, IL. The award was presented by BDPA co-founder Earl Pace. Accepting on behalf of the chapter was current BDPA New York chapter president Renetta English,... - August 17, 2011 - BDPA New York Chapter
Author Embraces Technology Through Skype Author Visits
Ginger Marks, author of Presentational Skills for the Next Generation, The ultimate guide for public speakers and those who want to be, joins a growing list of dedicated authors and illustrators in offering Skype Author Visits to students. Through Skype Author Visits, students worldwide have been... - August 16, 2011 - Ginger Marks DBA DocUmeant Designs
PatriotsforIsrael.com is Hosting Local Upstate N.Y. Grassroots Viewing Parties for the International Restoring Courage Event Being Held in Israel on Aug 24-25th
According to Mercury Radio Arts more than 100 countries will be represented at the International Restoring Courage event in Jerusalem the week of Aug. 22. They have announced that over 1000 Viewing Parties in the USA are slated to gather Americans together to Stand for Israel. Patriots for Israel www.PatriotsforIsrael.com will host two such parties in Upstate New York on Wed. 8/24 and Thurs. 8/25. - August 16, 2011 - Patriots for Israel
Lights, Camera, Action... Fashion's Night Out Celebration in Downtown Riverside
Fashion’s Night Out is an unprecedented global initiative originally created in 2009 to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, and boost the industry’s economy. On September 8 from 4-9pm, Downtown Riverside will join over 100 cities nationwide in this upscale fashion event. A fashion show from 6-7pm, 4 blocks of shopping and entertainment, special guests, photo ops, beauty makeovers and more. Hosted by Riverside Downtown Partnership and The Art Institute-Inland Empire. - August 14, 2011 - Riverside Downtown Partnership
PinoyKubo Social Network Community Has Its Own Tagalog and English eCard Service
Astraqom, a world IP communications operator who specializes in serving ethnic niche markets with social networks and media, announces the addition of its Tagalog and English language electronic card service to PinoyKubo's online community and platform. TMCnet contributing editor Rahul Arora noted... - August 13, 2011 - Pinoy Kubo
PinoyKubo Showcases Inspirational Filipino Heroines and Heroes via Multi-Media
Astraqom revealed the new PinoyKubo social media platform this week and now the community's Inspirational Heroines and Heroes Project from among the famous and every day Filipina and Filipino heroes in The Philippines and around the world. Some of the latest include a high school history teacher,... - August 11, 2011 - Pinoy Kubo
Astraqom Launches PinoyKubo Social Network for Global Filipinos and Filipinas to Successfully Collaborate on Mutual Goals
Astraqom, a world leading provider of online community platforms leveraging IP communications, announced on August 2, 2011, the official launch of the social network PinoyKubo. Since its beta debut in May, it has over 50,000 friendships. The popular online community includes Filipina and Filipino expats, business people and students in the Philippines and abroad. It also is popular with those who are in a position to develop business with The Philippines and even those who wish to learn Tagalog. - August 09, 2011 - Pinoy Kubo
AmpleHarvest.org Named Top 25 Finalist in the Third Annual "Stay Classy" Philanthropic Awards Competition
Nationwide hunger/nutrition initiative enabling thousands of food pantries to receive excess garden produce nominated for “Most Effective Awareness Campaign By A Charity” award. - August 05, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
AmberWatch Alert System Celebrates One Year Anniversary, Highlighting 3.2 Million Subscribers
The AmberWatch Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of harmful acts against children, is proud to announce the celebration of their one year anniversary since the launch of its highly successful AmberWatch® Alert System. - August 05, 2011 - AmberWatch Foundation
3rd Annual Cruisin' on the Hilltop Planned for Mt. Oliver on August 6th
The Hilltop Economic Development Corporation will be hosting their third annual car cruise event on August 6th. - August 04, 2011 - Hilltop Economic Development Corporation
Hillside International Chapel and Truth Center, Inc. Celebrates 40th Anniversary With Hillside Community Fun Fest 2011 - August 6 & 7
Hillside International Chapel and Truth Center, under the leadership of Bishop Dr. Barbara L. King, is celebrating 40 years of providing spiritual teachings and services to the Metro Atlanta Community with the Hillside Community Fun Fest 2011. This event will be held at the indoor and outdoor facilities of the campus at 2450 Cascade Road, SW, Atlanta, GA 30311. The festivities begin on Saturday, August 6th starting at 11am and Sunday, August 7th starting at 1pm. Admission is free. - July 31, 2011 - Hillside International Chapel & Truth Center, Inc.
APRL GA Protesting Buckhead Restaurant for Serving Foie Gras
APRL GA announces that this Saturday, July 30rd from 7p to 9p, approximately 15 protesters will gather outside Bistro Niko, located at 3344 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA, to protest foie gras—a controversial liver appetizer made by force feeding ducks. The activists are calling for a halt in... - July 30, 2011 - Animal Protection and Rights League Atlanta Chapter
Freemasons to Host Trivia Night to Benefit Fisher House
Polar Star Rose Hill Lodge #79, a Masonic lodge in Creve Coeur, MO is planning a trivia night on Saturday, Feb 25, 2012, at the Scottish Rite (3633 Lindell Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63108) to benefit the St. Louis Fisher House (http://www.fisherhouseinstl.org). Their guest emcee will be St. Louis... - July 29, 2011 - Polar Star Rose Hill #79
In a Letter Released Today to President Obama and Congress, Nonviolent Peaceforce Urges Using Civilian Peacekeepers as a Cost-Effective Alternative to Global Violence
In a letter released today to President Obama and Congressional budget negotiators, the international non-profit organization Nonviolent Peaceforce urged them to look at a new way of responding to global violence and conflict that would entail great savings. According to Mel Duncan, co-founder of Nonviolent Peaceforce and the letter's author, "In some conflict situations around the world, it makes sound strategic sense to use unarmed international civilian peacekeepers to protect civilians." - July 27, 2011 - Nonviolent Peaceforce
APRL GA Protesting to Remove Cruel Menu Item -- Animal Advocates Reprimand Restaurant for Fois Gras Faux Pas
APRL GA announces that this Saturday, July 23rd from 7p to 9p, approximately 15 protesters will gather outside Restaurant Eugene, located at 2277 Peachtree Road Atlanta, GA, to protest foie gras—a controversial liver appetizer made by force feeding ducks. Protest leader Rebecca Weston was... - July 24, 2011 - Animal Protection and Rights League Atlanta Chapter