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HusbandTribe.com Debuts as the Premier Destination for Husbands and Men in Relationships
Tribal Media Group has just launched HusbandTribe.com, designed to become the #1 destination for husbands to share ideas and experiences, learn the latest news and information, seek advice, network with other husbands, have fun and participate in all-things-manly. Other features of... - September 11, 2008 - Tribal Media
Independence Visitor Center’s 4th Annual “Battle of the Soft Pretzels”
On Friday, October 3, the dough will fly once again. It is sure to be a fight to the finish when the fourth annual “Battle of the Soft Pretzels” commences at the Independence Visitor Center (located at 6th & Market Streets) from noon – 2:00 p.m., in honor of National Pretzel Month. - September 10, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Lynne Cheney Reveals Her New Book, We the People: The Story of Our Constitution, to Local Students at Independence Visitor Center
On Wednesday, September 17, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., wife of Vice President Dick Cheney, Lynne Cheney, will give a brief lecture, followed by a book signing of her newly-released children’s book at the Independence Visitor Center (6th & Market Streets). - September 10, 2008 - Independence Visitor Center
Trade Expressions Launches Fair Trade Fundraising
Web-based fundraising program delivers money and meaning to local non-profit organizations. - September 10, 2008 - Trade Expressions
Former FTC Commissioner and Distinguished Marine Orson Swindle to Headline NH Veteran Remembrance Ceremonies on September 11th
100 Nights of Remembrance Closing Ceremonies draws high-profile Washington policy maker and former POW as keynote speaker. - September 09, 2008 - One Hundred Nights of Remembrance
Morton Grove Action Party's 2nd Annual Jack O'Brien Golf Outing Coming Soon
The 2nd Annual Action Party of Morton Grove - Jack O'Brien Memorial Golf Outing is scheduled for Sunday, September 21, 2008 at the Mt. Prospect Golf Course which is located at 600 S. See-Gwun Avenue in Mt. Prospect, IL 60056. - September 06, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Action Party of Morton Grove Seeks Candidates
The Action Party of Morton Grove is once again following a long-standing tradition of reaching out into the community and asking all civic-minded citizens in Morton Grove to consider screening for elective office in the municipal government. - September 04, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Orange County Expert on Human Trafficking and Slavery to Speak to International Conference of Private Investigators
A seminar on human trafficking and slavery will be presented to an international gathering of private investigators and security professionals at the annual World Association of Detectives conference in Denver, CO in September. - August 26, 2008 - S.T.R.I.K.E. Force Training
Sikhcess™ Launches 'Packages of Love' Campaign in Australia
Sikhcess volunteers in Australia are joining together for a common mission to help others – uniting to collect materials to assemble basic needs hygiene packages to distribute to the homeless across the continent of Australia. - August 22, 2008 - Sikhcess
Citizen Kate Takes Her Election Coverage to New Visual Heights with TV-Quality Streaming Video from Digital Fountain’s DF Splash Video Delivery Network
Republican and Democratic National Convention Coverage Gets Tech Savvy to Meet the Growing Demand for TV-Quality Streaming Video Content. - August 21, 2008 - Digital Fountain
Habitat for Humanity of Moore County Celebrates Its Volunteers with a Golf Tournament at National Golf Club
Volunteers are the life blood of Habitat. Without them, Habitat wouldn’t be able to build 14 homes for low income families in Moore and Richmond counties every year. Habitat for Humanity of Moore County hosts three volunteer appreciation events every year, the Spring Cookout, the Golf... - August 21, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Wake Yo Game Up
A nonprofit organization that produces events to mobilize the Hip Hop Community. - August 13, 2008 - Town Business Network
Jack O'Brien Golf Outing Set for 9/21/2008
The Second Annual Jack O'Brien Memorial Golf Outing (sponsored by the Action Party of Morton Grove) is scheduled for Sunday, September 21, 2008 at the Mt. Prospect Golf Course which is located at 600 S. See-Gwun Avenue in Mt. Prospect, IL 60056. This event was created to honor long-time Morton... - August 08, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Morton Grove Action Party Annual Picnic
The Action Party of Morton Grove will hold its Annual Picnic on Sunday, August 17, 2008 from 12 Noon to 5 PM at the American Legion Memorial Civic Center located at 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove where all residents of the village and their families are welcome. - August 07, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Governor Charlie Crist Recognizes Dunedin FL as First Purple Heart City
Dunedin Florida is the First Purple Heart City in the country. Thurs. Aug. 7, Purple Heart Park, located in Downtown Dunedin, a dedication ceremony takes place to honor Purple Heart Recipients. Representative C.W. Bill Young, a Representative from the Office of Governor Charlie Crist and many local Vets will be in attendance. Dunedin is setting a precedence for other cities to become Purple Heart Cities. This ceremony is in accordance with the National Day of Recognition. - August 04, 2008 - City of Dunedin
East Bay Chamber Announces 18 Finalists for Rhode Island’s Got Talent Show
East Bay Chamber announces 18 RIGT Finalists. The best singers and musicians in Rhode Island will contend for $1,750 in cash prizes at Rhode Island’s Got Talent Show on August 16th at Barrington High School. - August 04, 2008 - East Bay Chamber of Commerce
"Bought & Sold"
Minnesota’s Faith Community Against Modern Day Slavery. Justice North invites Minnesotans to an anti-human trafficking event on September 9, 2008, 6-9 pm, at the Christos Union Depot in St. Paul. - August 02, 2008 - Justice North
The Joyner-Walker Foundation,Inc. Selects Relations PR & Marketing as Public Relations Agency of Record
The Joyner-Walker Foundation, Inc. a non-profit organization co-founded by former NFL Super Bowl Champion Seth Joyner has selected Relations PR & Marketing as agency of record, following a competitive agency review. The Florida based firm will be developing an integrated campaign for the... - July 25, 2008 - the Joyner-Walker Foundation
Habitat for Humanity of Moore County Hires Amanda Jakl as New Special Events and Communications Coordinator
Amanda Jakl has been named Special Events and Communications Coordinator at Habitat for Humanity of Moore County, Elizabeth Cox, Executive Director, announced today. Ms. Jakl will have the responsibility of coordinating and creating events for both Moore and Richmond counties, handling public... - July 19, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce Helps Organize Southern Vermont’s Giant, Blue Festival August 1-10th 2008
Berries, vintage cars, music, food and tarp displays; if it’s blue, it’s probably happening in the Mount Snow area towns of Wilmington, Whitingham and Dover in early August. The 2008 Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival is the culmination of a community effort coordinated by Janet Boyd... - July 16, 2008 - Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce
The Cole Foundation Gives $30,000 for Habitat Homes in Richmond County
On June 24, 2008, Habitat for Humanity of Moore County was awarded a challenge grant from the Cole Foundation for $30,000 to build homes in Richmond County. The Habitat affiliate applied for the grant in December 2007 and worked for four months to raise the $30,000 needed to receive the match from... - July 13, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills
East Bay Idol Winners Advance to Rhode Island’s Got Talent
The top three winners of the East Bay Idol talent show, sponsored by Bristol, Warren and Barrington Substance Abuse Task Forces, will advance to the Rhode Island’s Got Talent contest, to be held August 16, 2008 at Barrington High School. - July 09, 2008 - East Bay Chamber of Commerce
RadarLounge.com® Launches a Gay Online Dating Community Where Men Connect with Men and the Nightlife in Their City
RadarLounge® is the first online dating and virtual nightclub resource just for gay men. www.RadarLounge.com gives its members the ability to connect with other men who enjoy the nightlife in their community, in an ultra exclusive and private setting. - July 05, 2008 - RadarLounge
Action Party Participation in Morton Grove’s July 4th Parade
Besides their veteran members and new supporters, the Action Party’s entry into this year’s parade will also include a selection of rare, vintage WW2-era American military vehicles. - July 02, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Fort Worth Offers Sizzling Summer Savings for Travelers
Understanding that many cost-conscious travelers are opting to vacation closer to home this summer, the Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau is offering sizzling specials in its “Summer Stay & Save” promotion. From June 23 through September 15, travelers can visit... - June 29, 2008 - Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau
Kane County Cougars (Baseball & BBQ) Outing
A Evening with Baseball, Barbecue and Fireworks with other Morton Grove Families and Neighbors. - June 29, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
North Carolina Education Ball to be Featured on ABC11
Thirty minute special to highlight work of CISNC. - June 28, 2008 - Communities in Schools of NC
Action Party Salutes NW Suburban Jewish Congregation's 50th
Action Party of Morton Grove Congratulates the Northwest Suburban Jewish Congregation's 50 years of service to the Jewish community of Morton Grove. - June 28, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Vermont Passes New Festival Wine Legislation
Vermont wineries and organizers of the Vermont Life Wine & Harvest Festival were in a celebratory mood last week when Vermont’s Governor Jim Douglas signed into law new legislation beneficial to Vermont wineries and the festival. Vermont Life publisher Tom Kelly, Commissioner Bruce Hyde... - June 26, 2008 - Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce
IBM Honored at North Carolina Education Ball
Corporation Receives H. Glenn Williams Power of One Award from Communities in Schools of North Carolina. - June 26, 2008 - Communities in Schools of NC
Asha for Education, San Francisco Declares Open the 2008 India’s Film Festival of Hope
Asha for Education in San Francisco today announced that it will be hosting the first ever annual “India’s Film Festival of Hope” on June 21st from 1-9pm in San Francisco. Asha translates to “hope” in Hindi. Through documentary films, photography and arts, this... - June 21, 2008 - Asha
Accelerated Elementary French Track Opens for Valley Children in 1st-3rd Grades
The International School of Arizona has designed a new hybrid program that will allow valley children in first, second and third grades to learn in a foreign language immersion environment while following curriculum from Arizona and Europe. New students will gain the benefit of becoming bilingual... - June 18, 2008 - International School of Arizona
New Website Helps Parents Recover Child Support
The Child Support Solution connects families and custodians owed past due child support to national enforcement experts. - June 16, 2008 - The Child Support Solution
Morton Grove Forest Workday
Action Party Trustee & Wife Working to Preserve the Forests. - June 15, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Consumer United: Better Deals Together
Better deals together? Absolutely. Consumer United is a savings-driven, grassroots group that′s spearheading a network of ordinary consumers, folks like you, who have joined together to identify the best service providers, negotiate better deals and simplify their lives. - June 12, 2008 - Consumer United
Florida DUI Solutions Opens Virtual Doors
DUI Solutions website goes live today to serve residents of FL. Extensive resource explains and assists users with the dynamic trappings involved with being arrested for driving under the Influence. - June 08, 2008 - Florida DUI Solutions Organization
Sikhcess™ Clothes 15,000 of Australia’s Homeless in a Single Day
On May 10, 2008, Sikhcess volunteers across Australia collected and distributed blankets, jackets, and other winter clothing items to the homeless and needy through its ‘Bundles of Warmth’ campaign, which provides aid during the most frigid months of the year. Sikhcess exceeded all expectations in meeting this need; having provided clothing to over 15,000 of the most desperate people in Australia. - June 08, 2008 - Sikhcess
Action Party Launches New Website
The Action Party of Morton Grove is very pleased to announce the launch of an entirely new website with dates, information and important links to many sites that will interest the citizens of Morton Grove, Illinois. - June 07, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Tribute to WWII Veterans & Remembers June 6, 1944 - D-Day
View World War II remembrance photos-dedicated to all who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II and moreover throughout history. - June 07, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association Names Honorary Lifetime President
On May 1st 2008 Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association, New Britain CT (USA) names Gianni Boscarino Honorary Lifetime President. - June 02, 2008 - Generale Ameglio Italian Civic Association (GAICA)
Habitat Newark Appoints New Executive Director
David R. Zurheide, a veteran of more than 19 years in the home building and construction industry, has been appointed Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity Newark, effective immediately. - May 31, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity Newark/Essex County NJ
First Time in Global History Lonely Indian Parents Attempt to Defeat Death
First time in world history, lonely Indian Parents attempt to defeat death by supporting and serving bereaved children, parents and their families struggling with losses of their near and dear ones. - May 28, 2008 - Samarpan Basu Memorial Trust
Communities in Schools of NC Announces Wal-Mart as Presenting Sponsor of Sixth Annual North Carolina Education Ball
NC Education Ball to Benefit Communities in Schools of North Carolina on June 7. - May 23, 2008 - Communities in Schools of NC
Chicago Cares Opens Registration for City's Largest Day of Service: Thousands of Volunteers to Transform Chicago Schools
Nearly 40 Chicago schools, home to 24,000 students, are transformed by Chicago Cares Serve-a-thon volunteers. - May 21, 2008 - Chicago Cares
A Tribute to U.S. Veterans & Military - a Historical Photo Collection
Take a moment to reflect on the many brave men and women who have given their lives in the service and protection of our great country. A military photo collection is a tribute to all of our heroes. - May 21, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Street Flips is Flipping the Streets
Street Flips (www.streetflips.com) is an arts & entertainment organization dedicated to promoting flipping/tricking above the influence of recreational drug-use and does live performances in addition to shooting a reality web show online to raise money and inspire kids to get out of the house,... - May 19, 2008 - Street Flips
3rd Annual American Cancer Society Coral Gables Relay for Life Silent Auction and Fashion Show
In joyous culmination and tasteful celebration of a successful Coral Gables Relay of Life 2008, this year they are hosting the Third Annual Relay for Life Silent Auction and Fashion Show. At 6:30pm on Thursday, May 22nd at the Venetian Pool in Coral Gables; survivors, family, friends, supporters, volunteers and community members will assemble to the theme of Old Havana. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Coral Gables American Cancer Society Relay for Life. - May 18, 2008 - Coral Gables Relay for Life
The 2008 Northern California Career & Leadership Summit - Free Event Enhance Your Career: Leadership, Networking and Communication Skills
The 2008 Northern California Career Summit, hosted by Job Connections, is a free, half-day conference targeted to Bay Area professionals looking to enhance their professional skills. The Summit will be held Saturday, May 31 from 8:00 AM to 2PM at the Community Presbyterian Church in Danville,... - May 18, 2008 - CPC Job Connections
International Cheetah Specialist, Dr. Laurie Marker, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Zoological Society of San Diego
Laurie Marker, Ph.D., who has worked with cheetahs for nearly 35 years, is the recipient of the 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Zoological Society of San Diego. As an American Conservation Scientists and Humanitarian, Marker has been working with local African communities towards ensuring the survival of cheetahs. - May 17, 2008 - Cheetah Conservation Fund
First Book-Metro Phoenix, Borders® and Waldenbooks® Stores Bring the Gift of New Books To Children in Need
First Book-Metro Phoenix was excited to grant $4,000 in Borders gift cards to local non-profits that directly serve children in need. This year First Book-Metro Phoenix had the privilege to distribute these gift cards to Motheread® Arizona, The Family School, Los Arcos United Methodist Church, Wesley Community Center, Mesa Early Learning and Lincoln Learning Center. This is the second consecutive year that Borders, Waldenbooks and First Book have joined together for a holiday fundraising drive. - May 15, 2008 - First Book - Metro Phoenix