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JFCS Opens Call for Veteran Nominations to Recognize Excellent Service
Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is currently seeking nominations from the community for veterans who inspire patriotism, provide service to others and offer hope to veterans. The awardees will be recognized at a Tribute to Veterans Service to Community Awards Luncheon, sponsored... - January 11, 2014 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
The Gateway Family YMCA - Rahway Branch Begins Construction
Expanding for the Community in Rahway - January 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Educators Must Have Access to Relevant Training and Tools
African EduWeek 2014 returns to Johannesburg as matric results continue to raise questions. "Our educators are the most central element in improving the education system, and they must have access to relevant training to develop and equip their learners with the tools required to succeed in professional and further education environments." This is according to Tanya Jackman, event director of the annual African EduWeek. - January 10, 2014 - African Education Week
Community Transformation Grant Awarded to The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Awarded Grant to Expand Healthy Living Programs and Initiatives in Elizabeth, NJ - January 09, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
JFCS Seeks Respite Volunteers for Caregivers
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS) is seeking respite volunteers for caregivers within the community to provide them much needed relief and companionship to their loved ones. - January 09, 2014 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
Supporting the Elizabeth Community
The Gateway Family YMCA - Elizabeth Branch Lowers Rates - January 08, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
New Year, New Name
The YMCA of Eastern Union County Changes Name - January 07, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
One in Three Americans Has Prediabetes, Yet Few Realize They Are at Risk
The Gateway Family YMCA Encourages Everyone to Increase their Diabetes IQ. - January 07, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Join a Cause for Community
The Gateway Family YMCA Provides a Lasting Impact - January 07, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
New Year Upgrades at the Five Points Branch
The Gateway Family YMCA – Five Points Branch Renovates for the New Year - January 07, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Edclick Joins Pearson ISV Program
Edclick expands the discipline capabilities of PowerSchool by joining Pearson’s ISV Program. Discipline Manager, Edclick’s top selling software program, is a comprehensive, web-based discipline management system designed to streamline the discipline process. Discipline Manager enhances... - January 06, 2014 - Edclick
New Ways for Children to Interact and Learn Through Digital Storytelling: Global Sleepover Launches Its First Story
After years of research, planning and development, Global Sleepover is ready to present its first story in a series dedicated to educate, entertain and engage young readers on issues of global citizenship. The series sends Sleepover Stars: Clarity, Juliet, Noah and Clive, on Sleepovers around the world. - January 02, 2014 - Global Sleepover
Easter Seals' Naples Invitational Art Fest Returns to Fleischmann Park on January 25 & 26
Easter Seals Florida presents the 17th annual Naples Invitational Art Fest on January 25 and 26, 2014 at Fleischmann Park, 1600 Fleischmann Blvd., Naples. The Naples Invitational Art Fest is a juried show that was ranked 31st in the United States in the September 2013 edition of Sunshine Artist... - January 02, 2014 - Easter Seals Lily
Jewish Family & Children’s Service Updates Agency Name to Reflect Broader Region Served
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS), the premier local safety net social service organization, has changed its name to Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. to recognize the non-profit agency’s broader service region. Formerly... - December 28, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
Wevillage Offers 50% Discount on Annual Drop-in Playcare Membership and One Hour Free Play in Portland and Hillsboro Oregon Before January 1, 2014
A modern and beautiful drop-in child care facility in Portland and Hillsboro Oregon offers 50% off of their annual child care membership and one free hour of playcare if claimed before January 1, 2014. - December 21, 2013 - wevillage
Military Veterans Against Child Abuse Launches New Program That Teaches Pre-K Children the Basics of Child Safety While Learning Their ABC's and 123's
Military Veterans Against Child Abuse™ (MVACA) is pleased to announce the launch of their innovative program designed specifically for three to five year olds called A-B-C Learn Safety With Me. - December 20, 2013 - Military Veterans Against Child Abuse
JFCS Expands to Charlotte County to Serve Homeless & At-Risk Veteran Families
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS) opened a Charlotte County office located at 514 Grace Street in Punta Gorda, FL on Monday, December 2, 2013. An expansion of JFCS’ Operational Military Assistance Program, the Charlotte County office will serve veteran families who are homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - December 20, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
Summer Camp Stays Warm During the Winter with Annual Weekend Celebration
As snow and temperatures both begin to fall, the last thing on people’s mind is summer camp. That is unless you attend Southwoods Camp, one of the Northeast's premier traditional sleep-away camps. Southwoods Summer Camp creates opportunities for new and returning campers to enjoy the warmth... - December 13, 2013 - Southwoods
100 Super Nannies Spread Spoonful of Sugar in Las Vegas on Strip at Screening of "Saving Mr Banks" with Actress Victoria Summer Who Plays Julie Andrews in Movie
100 Top Nannies gather in Las Vegas to view Walt Disney's "Saving Mr Banks" - the making of Mary Poppins with Actress who plays the iconic role of Julie Andrews - British talent Victoria Summer. - December 10, 2013 - Nannies & Housekeepers USA
Naples Invitational Art Fest Benefiting Easter Seals Florida Announces 2014 Sponsors
Easter Seals Florida has announced sponsors for the 17th annual Naples Invitational Art Fest. Arthrex, Publix, Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner and The Naples Daily News have partnered with Easter Seals Florida to present the juried art show, to be held January 25 and 26, 2014 at Fleischmann Park,... - December 07, 2013 - Easter Seals Lily
It's Opening Day - The Small Sports Are Here
The Small Sports™ are an exciting new team of characters created for young children to promote the positive values and lessons learned through sports. Each Small Sports character has a unique personality and as a team they encourage good sportsmanship, teamwork and keeping kids active. “Be a Good Sport with The Small Sports!” Learn more at www.thesmallsports.com, “like” The Small Sports on Facebook, or go to www.twitter.com/thesmallsports. - December 03, 2013 - The Small Sports
Vancouver Waldorf School Announce Monthly Information Session for Private School in Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver Waldorf School has announced that they will be offering monthly informational sessions and open houses throughout the year for students and parents that are interested in attending their private school in Vancouver, British Columbia. - November 29, 2013 - The Vancouver Waldorf School
Xmas Crafts and More at St Cyprian School in River Grove, Il
The whole family will enjoy this afternoon filled with music, dance performance and crafts. - November 28, 2013 - St Cyprian School Parent Ambassador
JFCS Adopt a Family for the Holidays Program Seeks Adopters
Jewish Family & Children’s Service has kicked off its Annual Adopt A Family for the Holidays program and is currently in need of individuals or families willing to adopt a child or family to make a difference and help a needy family this holiday season. - November 28, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
SolidSitters Brings a Focus on Character to the World of Babysitting
Founded in 2013 in response to a need no existing services could allay, SolidSitters is unique in its mission to help high-achieving teen babysitters and quality, hiring families find one another. The company is focused on making a difference in quality of babysitting. Matching algorithms used by the company are unique, shave hours off the care-finding process, and include references nearly impossible to otherwise obtain. - November 28, 2013 - SolidSitters
Give the Gift of Reading to Disadvantaged Children This Holiday
Kabuki Helps joins forces with Toys for Tots Literacy Program to bring books to children in need this holiday season. - November 26, 2013 - Kabuki Helps
Finally a Website Launched for Parents to Find Parenting, Breastfeeding and Nursing Rooms
Website provides resources for parents looking for nearest parenting rooms in the area, as well as pregnancy, babies, parenting, raising infants. - November 25, 2013 - parentingrooms
Long Island Regents Prep Announces 2014 Regents, AP, and SAT Review Classes
With one-day courses at Farmingdale State College, Long Island test prep company helps reduce test anxiety for students taking their SAT, AP, and Regents Exams. - November 22, 2013 - Long Island Regents Prep
Launch of UDIS with Udon Thani Education Department
Udon Thani International School (UDIS) took the formal step of submitting its school curriculum for approval to members of the Education Service of Udon Thani Zone 1. This begins the first stages of the formal process needed to secure a license from the Thailand Ministry of Education to run an... - November 17, 2013 - Udon Thani International School
Child Care Lounge Donating to UNICEF Relief Fund for Super Typhoon Haiyan
Child Care Lounge, an online web resource for child care professionals, is planning to donate a portion of sales to UNICEF's emergency response in the Philippines. Child Care Lounge is dedicated to helping children. Per the UNICEF website, “Super Typhoon Haiyan — one of the strongest... - November 14, 2013 - Child Care Lounge
Fundraising Startup Fundfetti Launches Simple, Fast and Profitable Fundraising System
Fundfetti provides a simple way for teams, groups and community organizations to raise money. Using a combination of team logos and custom made products Fundfetti provides a simple and quick way to raise money for activities. Fundfetti will also donate 3% of all revenue to Kids Helping Kids. Kids Helping Kids is a Canadian non-profit organization help reunite immigrant parents with their children. - November 11, 2013 - Fara Heim Foundation
Every Costume is Worth a Thousand Smiles
YMCA Child Care Children spread Halloween cheer to seniors at the Cornell Hall Care and Rehabilitation Center. - November 10, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Board Certified Behavioral Consulting Services Opening in Maine
New service begins operating in Bath, Maine provided behavioral services to families and schools. - November 10, 2013 - Little Blue Behavioral Consulting
Carlsbad Youth Entrepreneurship Program Makes an Impact on the Community
A new Carlsbad local non-profit is stepping in to help the youth discover and develop their passions into a positive purpose. Colorful Children works with youth between the ages of 3-18 as they go through an entrepreneurship education program different than most out there. “We are more than... - November 10, 2013 - Colorful Children Non-Profit
JFCS Receives $50,000 Grant for Building Strong Families Program
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Sarasota-Manatee, Inc received a $50,000 grant from the Gulf Coast Community Foundation for its Building Strong Families (BSF) Program helping families in the North Port. - November 09, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
A Tuition Revolution for Singaporeans: Opening of I Love Learning Achievement Center
I Love Learning Achievement Center will be officially opening on 2 Dec 2013 at the new mall beside Jurong East MRT Station, Westgate. I Love Learning Achievement Center offers 2 kinds of programs (on going lessons) and 2 types of workshops (short classes) for children aged 9 to 12. Aimed at... - November 08, 2013 - I Love Learning Pte. Ltd.
The YMCA of Eastern Union County Supports Military Families
The YMCA of Eastern Union County offers opportunities to help military families during Military Family Month and beyond. - November 07, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Norfolk Academy Brings Youth Advocate Wes Moore to Hampton Roads
On Sunday, November 17th, youth advocate and New York Times best-selling author Wes Moore will address a sold-out crowd in Norfolk Academy’s S.C. Johnson Theater. Moore will speak about the transformative power of education. The event is open to the public, but tickets are required. Wes Moore... - November 06, 2013 - Norfolk Academy
Co-Parenting 101 Offers Workshops and Speaking Engagements for 2013-2014: Former Spouses Give Practical Advice and Encouragement to Other Co-Parents
Former spouses Deesha Philyaw and Michael Thomas are the co-authors of "Co-Parenting 101: Helping Your Kids Thrive in Two Households After Divorce," which been hailed as "an extraordinary book and required reading for separated and divorced parents, as well as mental health practitioners." They are offering co-parenting workshops and speaking engagements for conferences, schools, community organizations, and corporations. Topics include communication, father re-engagement, and managing conflict. - November 06, 2013 - Co-Parenting 101
International School to Launch in Udon Thai
A new international school is being developed in the city of Udon Thani for kindergarten and primary students with classes to begin in August, 2014. Udon International Education Partnership Ltd is investing over 150 million baht in the construction of the Udon Thani International School (UDIS) over the next three years. UDIS will be the first international school in the Northeast region and teach a UK and inquiry based curriculum to students. - November 05, 2013 - Udon Thani International School
"Room to Breathe," a Documentary About Mindfulness in Schools, to Broadcast on PBS World Channel
"Room to Breathe," a documentary film exploring the benefits of mindfulness in the classroom, will broadcast nationally on PBS World Channel starting October 30, 2013 at 7 PM ET, with rebroadcasts through November 6, 2013. A growing body of research is showing that social and emotional... - October 28, 2013 - Room to Breathe
Wellness Seminars Offered at the YMCA
Join Wholistic Wellness Associates for a Series of Seminars at the YMCA of Eastern Union County – Wellness Center Branch! - October 27, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Lutheran Services in America Named Number 25 on Chronicle of Philanthropy’s “Philanthropy 400”
Lutheran Services in America (LSA) has placed at number 25 on the 2013 “Philanthropy 400” list compiled annually by The Chronicle of Philanthropy, a leading publication for nonprofit news and issues. This is the second time that LSA has ranked number 25 on the list of top charities in... - October 26, 2013 - Lutheran Services in America
Cogran Systems LLC and MessageMedia Announce New Integration
Global leader in business SMS solutions, MessageMedia, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Cogran Systems, a Minneapolis-based online registration and management system for recreation departments, sports leagues, camps, and more. - October 24, 2013 - Cogran Systems
Childhelp Help Announces Wonderland 2013
Childhelp 10th annual Wonderland Luncheon, Boutique & Auction will be help on December 9, 2013 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel to benefit the Los Angeles Chapter efforts to defeat child abuse and neglect. - October 23, 2013 - Childhelp
Inspiring Healthy Families at the Y
The YMCA of Eastern Union County Believes the Family That Plays Together Stays Healthy Together Family, Fun, Fitness, Health and Community are words heard every day at the YMCA of Eastern Union County. This Fall, the YMCA opened the doors of its branches to the community in Elizabeth, Union and... - October 19, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
WarriorsOfWeight.com, Inbox and Online Magazine, Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary and Changes Publishing Date to Every Tuesday Morning
WarriorsOfWeight.com is a community website about Habit Change. Since October, 2011, the publisher, Diane Gold, has delivered an online magazine straight to your inbox with the latest techniques in habit change, fitness, meditation, nutrition, mind & body medicine, and one-minute exercises. For their Two Year Anniversary, publication changes from Monday to Tuesday mornings @ 7:00 am Eastern Time. They send gratitude for loyalty and making it possible to serve Habit Changers. - October 17, 2013 - WarriorsOfWeight.com
Pinnacle Educational Center/Admissions Advisors Group Launches ProAthlete Advisors Group
The new service group, officially called ProAthlete Advisors Group, helps professional athletes prepare for life-after-athletics through career transition/development and education as well as retired professional athletes who wish to improve their post career opportunities. - October 17, 2013 - Pinnacle Educational Center
Spooktacular Family Fun at the YMCA
Join the YMCA of Eastern Union County for some Spooky Fun for everyone! - October 16, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Cogran Systems Launches Camp Management Module
New Online Camp Management Software from Minneapolis-based Cogran Systems, a provider of recreation and league management software. Unlike most suppliers of camp management systems, Cogran only charges during registration—not year-round for a seasonal activity. Features include: ·... - October 16, 2013 - Cogran Systems