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Sikhcess™ Participates in the 21st Annual Fannie Mae Walk for the Homeless
Sikhcess™ volunteers, along with hundreds of volunteers from the Washington metropolitan area braved frigid temperatures on Saturday, November 22nd to help raise funds in the battle to end homelessness. Sikhcess™ is a worldwide community service based organization dedicated to creating... - December 22, 2008 - Sikhcess
Pinehurst Modern Woodmen Members Plant Trees for Sandhills Habitat
On December 6, local Modern Woodmen of America members gave a lasting gift to the community. Members of the Pinehurst Modern Woodmen Camp gathered at Lourdes Saavedra's home to landscape her new Habitat house. Lourdes is one of 160 Habitat homeowners in the Sandhills region and the first to receive... - December 21, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Independence Visitor Center Chooses Osiris Group as New Marketing Company
Independence Visitor Center Corporation (IVCC), located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, has selected Osiris Group as its new marketing agency of record. Osiris was chosen over several competing agencies to develop the overall creative concept and integrated plan of action for IVCC’s upcoming marketing efforts. - December 18, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Top 10 Free or Inexpensive Things to do at Independence Visitor Center
Listed below are a few things worth taking advantage of when you visit Independence Visitor Center. Who knew inexpensive and free could be so fun? - December 06, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Fall Family Fest a Success in Richmond County
The Fall Family Fest was held from 11am to 2pm on November 15 at the First United Methodist Church in Rockingham. This was the first event in Richmond County for Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills. “Despite the unfortunate weather, we had a good turnout of children and families,”... - November 25, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Fundraiser & Friendraiser for SOS Children's Villages USA/ Atlanta
The Atlanta Volunteer Committee for SOS Children’s Villages USA is hosting its annual Fundraiser & Friendraiser event at Ibiza Restaurant & Lounge on December 08, 2008 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - November 24, 2008 - Volunteers for SOS Children's Villages, Atlanta
Local Realtors Give Back to the Community, Ensure Christmas Homecoming
Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills and members from the Pinehurst-Southern Pines Area Association of Realtors recently teamed up on two current housing projects for a Fall Realtors Workday, Friday Oct. 24, in Southern Pines, NC. - November 21, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
US Navy Makes Commitment to Inclusion, Kids and Families Benefit
Children with disabilities and their families will benefit as San Diego based non-profit, Kids Included Together is awarded a contract to train personnel at US Navy Child Development Centers, Youth and Teen Programs and Child Development Homes worldwide on the best practices of inclusion. - November 20, 2008 - Kids Included Together
Operation: Kid Equip Uses Social Media to Network for Supporters
Michigan-Based Charity Takes “Who You Know” Adage to Heart by Using Second Life and Causes on Facebook to Create Awareness of Organization’s Mission. - November 16, 2008 - Operation: Kid Equip
Holiday Music Fills the Air at the Independence Visitor Center Corporation
The holiday season has once again arrived in the Philadelphia region, and Independence Visitor Center asks visitors and locals alike to start the holiday season at the Center. Gather at Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th & Market Streets, to experience holiday fun at the heart of Independence Mall. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Thanksgiving Weekend Festivities Come to Independence Mall and the Historic District
As we kick off the official start of the holiday season with the celebration of Thanksgiving, Independence Visitor Center encourages everyone to Start at the Center and discover all that Independence Mall and the entire Historic District have to offer this Thanksgiving Weekend. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Black Friday Specials at the Independence Visitor Center
Black Friday sales and specials aren’t exclusive to malls this year. Independence Visitor Center will also be a part of the action. Friday, November 28, 2008 take a break from your holiday shopping and make a stop at the Independence Visitor Center or skip the shopping altogether and Start at the Center. All day, when you rent one Historic Philadelphia GPS guided walking tour receive the second rental for half off and there will be discounts for Saturday’s Breakfast with Ben offered. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Celebrate the Holidays with the Independence Visitor Center Corporation
The holiday season has once again arrived in the Philadelphia region, and Independence Visitor Center wants visitors and locals alike to start the holiday season at the Center. Gather at Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th & Market Streets, to experience all the holiday fun at the heart of Independence Mall. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Join the Independence Visitor Center Corporation for a Holiday Season of Giving
The holiday season is upon us, and Independence Visitor Center aims to emphasize the importance of giving to those in need. - November 12, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Habitat's Fall Family Fest Saturday November 15
Don't miss Fall Family Fest this Saturday from 11am to 2pm at the First United Methodist Church in Rockingham. This is the first event in Richmond County for Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills. There will be a chicken BBQ dinner, a raffle for a $100 gas card and plenty of activities for... - November 12, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Morton Grove Action Party Announces Slate of Candidates for 2009 Election
The Morton Grove Action Party proudly announces its slate of candidates for the upcoming April 2009 municipal election. Five seats on Morton Grove’s Village Board will be on the April ballot. The Action Party, a grassroots Morton Grove-based political party, prides itself in the fact that... - November 09, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
The Jefferson County (Indiana) Genealogical Society Introduces a First Families Program to Honor the Founding Families of the County
The Jefferson County Genealogical Society is sponsoring a lineage program specifically aimed at discovering and honoring the founding families of Jefferson County. - November 07, 2008 - Jefferson County Genealogical Society
Operation: Kid Equip Launches First Annual Winter Wear Drive
Organization calls on community to donate warm winter wear and school supplies for local children. - November 07, 2008 - Operation: Kid Equip
Help Santa Help Kids
A free public event to benefit for Operation: Kid Equip on December 11, 2008. This special event will raise awareness and funds for Operation: Kid Equip, an organization that provides free school supply kits to low-income and poor children in Southeastern Michigan in September and January of each year. - November 03, 2008 - Operation: Kid Equip
Cincinnati's Businesswoman and Community Leader Honored for Entrepreneurial Excellence
At the recent 2008 National Convention, the National Society of Hispanic MBAs commended the 2008 Brillante Award for Excellence. In the category of Entrepreneur Excellence, the Award went to a Cincinnati’s Hispanic businesswoman, Tillie Hidalgo Lim. - November 02, 2008 - NSHMBA Cincinnati
New Survey Shows Teens Deeply Concerned About Election Issues and Civic Engagement, But Most Say They Would Not Want to be President
Results released this week from a survey of U.S. teens shows they are deeply concerned about civic engagement and issues around our upcoming presidential election, but most would not want to be President and they say education is the most important issue we face. Survey: Teens Don’t Want to... - November 01, 2008 - Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association Names 2008 Man of the Year
On October 1st 2008, the Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association, New Britain CT (USA) names Paul Burgio 2008 Man of the Year. - October 30, 2008 - Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association (GAICA)
A New Way to Support U.S. Veterans - The Veterans Business Directory
This Veterans Day and all year long, people can honor U.S. veterans in a new way: Thank them for their military service and then do business with them at the nationwide Veterans Business Directory. - October 24, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Navesink Challenge 15K and 5K Races to be Held on November 30, 2008
On Sunday, November 30, the Jersey Shore Running Club (JSRC), the Middletown Youth Athletic Association (MYAA) and Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Monmouth County will host the eighth annual Navesink Challenge, which starts and finishes at Bodman Park in Middletown, New Jersey. The Navesink Challenge includes two races, both featuring scenic country roads and several hilly sections. A challenging 15K run begins at 10 AM and a 5K run/walk begins at 10:10 AM. - October 23, 2008 - Jersey Shore Running Club
Sharing Thoughts of Veterans Day
Veterans Day Online Forum & Tribute Video. - October 19, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Sugar, Spice and Everything Green: the Eco-Chic Green Finishing School
More Than A Model, an Eco-Chic Green Finishing School, is something brand new to the United States market. It teaches millennials how to act and model, along with life skills, healthy green habits and self-confidence. - October 18, 2008 - More Than A Model
Fresno Takes Steps to Draw Film and Television Production to the City -- Fresno Filmmakers Forum Conference to Address Scriptwriting, Production, and Finance
The second annual Fresno Filmmakers Forum conference will be Saturday, October 25, 2008, at the Tower Theatre, 815 East Olive Avenue, Fresno, California, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A meet-and-greet mixer will follow at Palomino’s restaurant adjacent to the Tower Theatre. - October 18, 2008 - Fresno Filmmakers Forum
Wake Yo Game Up, the Album
Aims to Promote Social Change, Empowerment, and Community Awareness Through the Act of Voting. “Wake Yo Game Up!” This campaign has assembled a group of the San Francisco Bay Area’s hottest acts to change the face of American politics. - October 16, 2008 - Town Business Network
"Empower Our Children, Shape the World": La Leche League of New York-East Presents Area Conference and Healthcare Provider Seminar
More than 250 breastfeeding families, advocates, and healthcare providers will come together to participate in the 2008 La Leche League New York–East Healthcare Provider Seminar and Area Conference on October 24, 25, & 26, 2008 at the Holiday Inn, Suffern, NY. Special guests include Nancy Mohrbacher and Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, each a prominent figure in breastfeeding research and lactation support practice. - October 16, 2008 - La Leche League of New York-East
Independence Visitor Center Announces the Promotion of Lauren Tosti to Director of Marketing and Communications
The Independence Visitor Center Corporation (IVCC) has announced the appointment of Lauren Tosti to Director of Marketing and Communications, effective October 6, 2008. Tosti, who previously served as Marketing Manager, will be responsible for planning, budgeting, implementing, and measuring all marketing initiatives and special programming related to the Visitor Center with the ultimate goal of driving visitation. - October 15, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Reenactment of the 1792 Colonial Election at the Independence Visitor Center
On Tuesday, October 28, the candidates of 1792 will meet at the Independence Visitor Center for a second chance to claim a part of American history. Locals and visitors alike will have an exclusive opportunity to meet the famous candidates—George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, George Clinton and Aaron Burr—and cast their votes for President. The event, designed to remind voters that every vote counts, takes place from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. - October 15, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Vermont’s Mount Snow Area to Host Masquerade Dinner and Charity Art Auction
Southern Vermont’s Mount Snow Valley region is hosting a swanky formal Black and White Masquerade Charity Dinner and Auction on Saturday October 25th. The event is the grand finale of a summer long public arts project: The Vermonsters of the Deerfield Valley. The Vermonster creations are... - October 11, 2008 - Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce
U.S. Veteran Founded Web Site Gets Ready for Veterans Day 2008
The largest Web site reuniting U.S. veterans - encourages the community to come together this Veterans Day in support and honor of veterans and military personnel nationwide. - October 11, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Bama Bus Begins 31-Day Art and Political Engagement Tour Through Battleground States: First Stop in Nevada, Oct. 4/ Last Stop Florida, Nov. 4
Filmmaker Annie Woods and celebrated street artist Gadi are embarking on an expedition across America to rally young voters and raise political awareness through community art. This ambitious venture is a follow-up to the original Obama Mobile’s August voyage to the Democratic National... - October 11, 2008 - Bama Bus
The Nationwide Veterans Day Parade Directory & Veterans Day Online Forum
In honor and support of U.S. veterans, VetFriends.com has created an online Veterans Day parade/events directory along with a Veterans Day online forum free for all visitors to view and submit information to. - October 09, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Friends of Sandhills Habitat RVers Blitz Build Chriscoe Home
Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills has a special crew working on house #162, the home of Justin and Janet Chriscoe. For the past 9 years, Friends of Habitat RVers, 11 couples from all over the United States and Canada, have come to the Sandhills to build homes. Leaving their RVs at the... - October 09, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Habitat Needs Volunteers for Electrical Crew
Interested in learning about electrical components and how a house is wired? Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills is looking for people of all skill levels. Even if plugging in the television is the extent of your electrical experience, Habitat will train you. Now is the chance to become a... - October 08, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Local Brisbane Volunteers to be Recognized at Women’s Group Luncheon
Soroptimist International Brisbane City, a women's service group, is holding a luncheon timed to coincide with United Nations Day to thank volunteers in its community. Richard Cowley is guest speaker on the theme of Peace. Ticket purchases welcome. - October 07, 2008 - Soroptimist International Brisbane City
Habitat Announces First Event in Richmond County – Fall Family Fest
Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills is holding its first annual Richmond County event hosted by the First United Methodist Church in Rockingham from 11am to 2pm on November 15, 2008. There will be a chicken BBQ dinner, a raffle for a $100 gas card and plenty of activities for children. During... - October 05, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Sandhills Habitat Volunteer Floyd Fritz Fireman of the Year
Habitat for Humanity of NC of the Sandhills prides itself in the dedicated and talented people who make up the volunteer staff for their organization. Their energy and creativity bring to fruition the quality homes so needed by families. Habitat is particularly proud of one of their... - October 04, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Glaxo Smith Kline Teams Up with Habitat
Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills has another team player added to its roster of community supporters. GSK (GlaxoSmithKline), a worldwide leader in creating and delivering educational curriculum for general pharma and HIV medications, is joining ranks with Habitat to aid our local community. - October 04, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Brown, Fraley and Hutchinson Appointed to Habitat Board
On July 1, 2008, Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills appointed Louis Brown, Amie Fraley and Kelly Hutchinson to the Board of Directors. Each member will serve three years, finishing their terms in June of 2011. Louis Brown is a former Vice President of Sales for CECO Corporation and a former... - October 04, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
One Stop Northern Kentucky Sponsors Program to Help Explain Career Options
Career Education Expo to Feature Dozens of Local Colleges and Training Facilities. - September 28, 2008 - Brighton Center
Two More Concerts in the 2008 White Park Concert Series Brings Hot Cars & Hot Sounds to Downtown Riverside
Free community event in Downtown Riverside featuring the Cadillac Cats and recording artist JD Priest live at White Park. - September 19, 2008 - Riverside Downtown Partnership
Brighton Center Increases Awareness of Children’s Needs Through National Step Up for Kids Event
Presentation Addresses Poverty, Education and Health Issues Affecting America’s Children. - September 18, 2008 - Brighton Center
Learn Green / Live Green Announces Inaugural Event to Promote Eco-Friendly Family Lifestyle Options
Northeast Ohio Event to Raise Money for The Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America. - September 16, 2008 - Learn Green / Live Green
Habitat for Humanity Introduces New Name to Community
Habitat for Humanity of Moore County is on the move and is introducing a new name to the community. The local Habitat affiliate will now be known as Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills. The Moore affiliate has expanded its service area to include Richmond County and has built five homes in that county since 2005. With the new affiliation will come more opportunities to combine services and meet the needs for more families. - September 14, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Brighton Center Hosts Step Up for Kids Day
A Nationwide, Non-Partisan Event Designed to Draw Public Attention to Issues Affecting America’s Children. - September 13, 2008 - Brighton Center
Vermont Life Wine and Harvest Festival Celebrates Vermont Wineries, Food Producers and Artisans
The Vermont Life Wine and Harvest Festival will take place the weekend of September 26-28 in Vermont’s Mount Snow Valley. Showcasing Vermont’s wines, cheeses, specialty foods, farmers and products of all types, the festival is a celebration of Vermont’s unique and rich culture in artisan-made food and crafts. - September 11, 2008 - Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce
Moon Handbooks Philadelphia is Here; Independence Visitor Center Hosts Book Launch Party on 9/19/08
The first edition of Moon Philadelphia, written by Philadelphia native and journalist Karrie Gavin, is now available online and will be in bookstores nationwide in early September. The release party will be held in the ballroom at the Independence Visitor Center (6th and Market Streets) on Friday, September 19, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Media, tourism and hospitality leaders, and others are invited. Guests are asked to RSVP to moonphilly@gmail.com by September 12, 2008. - September 11, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center