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Petrina Hall McDaniel, Partner, Dentons to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Event
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Petrina Hall McDaniel, Partner, Dentons will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “TCPA in the 2017 Landscape: Looking Ahead Live... - June 28, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Sounds of Juneteenth’s Freedom Ring True at Church of Scientology Gospel Concert
On June 24th, the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization held a Gospel concert in the Historic Fort Harrison’s Auditorium. The event was held in celebration of Juneteenth, a national celebration commemorating the official end of slavery in America. The featured act was Au’Niece... - June 28, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
March for Science - Wilmington Momentum Powers Forward, Announcing Grants Available for Science Programs in Cape Fear Area High Schools
March for Science - Wilmington and Humanists and Freethinkers of Cape Fear announce grant opportunity for high school science projects and programs in New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick County School System, North Carolina. - June 28, 2017 - Humanists and Freethinkers of Cape Fear
Marcy Braiker Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Marcy Braiker of Beverly Hills, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for almost 40 years in the field of real estate. About Marcy Braiker Ms. Braiker is a Luxury Real... - June 27, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Iesha A. Wright Honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Iesha A. Wright of Stone Mountain, Georgia has been honored as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Iesha A. Wright Ms. Wright has over 3 years experience in... - June 27, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Larry Doby Programs at the Baseball Heritage Museum
A month of programming celebrating the life and legacy of Larry Doby on the 70th anniversary of his becoming the second African American player in Major League baseball. - June 27, 2017 - Baseball Heritage Museum
Smithsonian Instutution Latinos and Baseball Collection Event at the Baseball Heritage Museum
The Smithsonian is coming to Cleveland to review artifacts and stories relating to Latino Baseball across the US and Puerto Rico. - June 26, 2017 - Baseball Heritage Museum
The Crucible Trains the Next Generation of Industrial Arts Educators - Seven New Instructors Got Their Start in Donor-Funded Youth Programs
Twelve artists who began as students in The Crucible’s Youth Programs will teach in 2017 Youth Summer Camps, which kicked off this week. The majority of these new instructors were able to take classes at The Crucible, an Oakland arts education nonprofit, because of the scholarship opportunities made possible by donations. - June 26, 2017 - The Crucible
Day to Day Schedule of Happenings at the World Model Expo 2017 Chicago
Every day of the World Model Expo 2017 Chicago is packed with options for those interested in the work of international artists painting miniature figures from all eras, along with vehicles, ships, planes, fantasy subjects and dioramas. Vendors selling a variety of items along with “how to” seminars, award ceremonies, photo opportunities and social functions round out three big days of the event. - June 26, 2017 - Military Miniature Society of Illinois
Black Belt Community Foundation Receives $1.4 M Grant as Official Head Start Grantee. Will Administrate Work Across Four Counties of Alabama.
Black Belt Community Foundation selected as Head Start Grantee for Dallas, Choctaw, Marengo and Wilcox Counties. Selma-based organization will provide high-quality services to the children and families of the Black Belt region. Will host community information sessions starting immediately. - June 25, 2017 - Black Belt Community Foundation
Boys & Girls Clubs of Stanislaus County Forms Strategic Partnership with Lodi Boys & Girls Club
The collaborative agreement unites both organizations for a synergistic partnership building upon each of their current capacities and capabilities. - June 25, 2017 - Boys & Girls Clubs of Stanislaus County
Gregg Bienstock, CEO and Co-Founder with Lumesis, Inc. to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Municipal Bonds: Trends & Updates You Must Know
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Gregg Bienstock, CEO and Co-Founder with Lumesis, Inc. will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Municipal Bonds: Trends &... - June 25, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
NAWBO Phoenix Presents Annual Desert Diamond Awards
Companies and individuals were honored for their contributions over the past year. - June 25, 2017 - NAWBO Phoenix
The British Hungarian Society Hosts Professor Tibor Frank’s Fascinating International Relations Talk: "Hungary and Britain: A History of Wishful Thinking?"
The British Hungarian Society is proud to announce that Professor Tibor Frank will present a fascinating talk on the rich history of British-Hungarian international relations in June at the Carlton Club. This is the latest in a series of events hosted by the Society, which was founded in 1990 and has enjoyed the patronage of Otto von Habsburg and the support of ambassadors and other dignitaries from both countries. - June 24, 2017 - The British Hungarian Society
Suburban Oregon Theater Wades Calmly Into the National Shakespearean Fray
In the wake of national controversy around the "politicization" of Shakespeare, specifically reflected in The Public Theater's production of "Julius Caesar," one small, suburban theater company in Hillsboro, Oregon is calmly wading into the fray. Bag&Baggage Productions is presenting a world premiere adaptation of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" fused with the 12th century Muslim Persian poet Nizami Ganjavi's masterpiece "Layla and Majnun." - June 24, 2017 - Bag&Baggage Productions
NAIFA Jacksonville Members Visit Federal Lawmakers
2 members joined hundreds of other professional insurance agents, advisors, brokers, consultants and employee benefit specialists from across the country in Washington, D.C. on May 24 to meet with U.S. Senate and U.S. House members and their staff as part of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors’s Annual Congressional Conference. - June 24, 2017 - NAIFA Jacksonville
State Senator Terry Link Tours NorthPointe Resources
Having visited the center previously, Link was interested in seeing changes that have been made in addition to gaining further insights regarding NorthPointe’s concerns and needs as an organization of social good. - June 24, 2017 - NorthPointe Resources
Shoes That Fit Named Nonprofit of the Year
Shoes That Fit - a national nonprofit based in Claremont, California - has been named Nonprofit of the Year by Assemblymember Chris Holden. As Shoes That Fit celebrates its 25th anniversary of providing new athletic shoes to kids in need, they do so with a renewed focus towards achieving their vision that one day, every child in America who needs hew shoes gets new shoes. - June 24, 2017 - Shoes That Fit
Citizens Commission on Human Rights Participates at Event for Father’s Day
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights of Nashville (CCHR Nashville) has been hard at work to spread information to parents on their basic rights so they can help their children. - June 24, 2017 - CCHR Nashville
Monte Johnston Honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Monte Johnson, of Springdale, Arkansas has recently been honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Automotive Sales and Management. - June 23, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
"Dr. Pam" Gumbs Honored as a Top Healthcare Professional by Strathmore's Who Who Worldwide Publication
"Dr. Pam" Gumbs of Berkeley, California has been honored as a Top 100 Healthcare Professional for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievement for over 40 years in the pharmaceutical field. About "Dr. Pam"... - June 23, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Mark Vinsun of LeonidesArts Gallery is Invited to Participate at Everybooty 2017 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Fisher Hall, Brooklyn, New York, June 24th 2017
Artist Mark Vinsun of Leonides Arts Gallery New York is invited to participate as one of the visual artists at Everybooty 2017 for one night June 24th, 2017. - June 23, 2017 - LeonidesArts New York Gallery
Classical Music Soothes Old Scars at the Scientology Information Center
On Saturday, June 17th, pianist Andreas Kazmierzack performed a classical piano concert at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater in honor of Fathers Day. The performance has special significance for Kazmierzack, a father of four. - June 23, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Parker Symphony is Holding Auditions for 2017-18 Season
The Parker Symphony Orchestra will be holding auditions for the 2017-2018 season on Saturday August 26, 2017 from 10AM to 12PM. They will be held at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker in 15 minute intervals. Musicians who are interested in joining the Parker Symphony will be asked to... - June 23, 2017 - Parker Symphony Orchestra
Remit Radar, CURE International Team Up to Raise Clubfoot Awareness
FinTech amplifies nonprofit's efforts by sharing vital health information in remote areas. - June 23, 2017 - CURE International
Volcani Institute Partners with Concordia on Campaign for a Sustainable Global Food Supply
Concordia in partnership with the Volcani Institute is working toward the development of innovative cross-sector partnerships that will ensure a sustainable global food supply. - June 23, 2017 - Concordia
Field of Dreams Horse Rescue and Adoption of Illinois is Verified by Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to Field of Dreams Horse Rescue and Adoption as of June 21, 2017. Verification means that Field of Dreams Horse... - June 23, 2017 - Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Suzanne S. Mayes, Chair, Public & Project Finance Group at Cozen O'Connor to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Municipal Bonds: Trends & Updates You Must Know
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Suzanne S. Mayes, Chair, Public & Project Finance Group at Cozen O'Connor will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Municipal... - June 23, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
ASPIRA Inc. of Pennsylvania Launches New Cyber School Initiative
ASPIRA Inc. of Pennsylvania to launch its cyber school initiative for the 2017-18 school year. After a year of refining ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School programs, ABCCS Principal Nancy Ruiz has produced an effective cyber school model addressing social, emotional and physical education needs. - June 23, 2017 - ASPIRA Inc of PA
Drug-Free Tennessee Helps Fathers with Truth
Drug-Free Tennessee is the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World. Recently, volunteers were getting out information during a Father’s Day celebration. - June 23, 2017 - Drug Free South
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee Helps Fathers Learn Values
The Way to Happiness Association of Tennessee participated in a celebration for Father’s Day. - June 23, 2017 - The Way to Happiness
Now Share LOVE and the Magic Bus to Lead the LGBT Pride Parade’s Summer of Love Contingent
Now Share LOVE and the Magic Bus to lead the Pride Parade’s Summer of Love contingent, Hearts Sky Written Above San Francisco, All Celebrating 50 Years of Striving for LOVE Equality. - June 22, 2017 - Now Share LOVE
LENDonate Changes The Game of Nonprofit Financing by Creating Swift Access to High Quality Loans
One-of-a-Kind Online Platform Launches to Enable Nonprofits to Source Loans and Donations Simultaneously through a New, Innovative Process - June 22, 2017 - LENDonate, Inc.
Stellar Romance Site Offers All Love Stories All the Time for Free; Wins International Following
Without the benefit of social networking or Internet advertising, the site Stellar Romance introduced in April, 2016 and its sister site, Saints and Scholars, have generated more than 210,000 story reads. - June 22, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
United Federation of Special Police & Security Officers Elects Charles "Chip" Strebeck President
Chip Strebeck elected President of United Federation of Special Police and Security Officers, replacing Ralph Purdy who continues as President Emeritus. - June 22, 2017 - United Federation of Special Police & Security Officers, Inc.
Concealed Carry Weapons Training for Elected Officials
As a community service and in the interest of promoting firearm safety, In-Gauge of Polk County, a private, non-profit, NRA affiliated club specializing in firearm training will be conducting specialized concealed carry/handgun safety training for elected officials and political candidates. - June 22, 2017 - In-Gauge of Polk County
Katherine E. Paton Recognized as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Lifetime VIP
Katherine E. Paton, of Vancouver, British Columbia, has been honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Lifetime VIP Member. This honor has been bestowed for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Education. - June 22, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Deborah J. Callender to be Recognized as a 2018 Strathmore’s Who’s Who Roundtable Member
Deborah J. Callender, of Carriere, Mississippi, will be honored as a Member of the 2018 Strathmore’s Who’s Who Roundtable. This distinction is to be bestowed in recognition of her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Physical Science. - June 22, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Richard A. Maier Jr. Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Richard A. Maier Jr., of Elgin, Illinois, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime Featured Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Business Services. - June 22, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Greg Cain Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Greg Cain, of Madisonville, Tennessee, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Healthcare. - June 22, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Joanne D. Valerius, Ph.D., MPH, RHIA Honored as a VIP Member for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Joanne D. Valerius of New Brighton, Minnesota has been honored as a VIP Member for two consecutive years, 2016 and 2017, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 35 years in the field of education. About Joanne D. Valerius,... - June 22, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Christopher Shaeffer, Senior Advisor for P3 Advisory with AECOM to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Public Private Partnerships (P3): Trends and Updates You Must Know
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Christopher Shaeffer, Senior Advisor for P3 Advisory with AECOM will speak at The Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “Public Private... - June 22, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
Dream Foundation & Headspace Announce Partnership
Meditation app teams with national dream-granting organization for terminally-ill adults to introduce an essential element of palliative care. - June 22, 2017 - Dream Foundation
Submissions for the Chinese American Film Festival 2017 Are Now Open
Chinese American Film Festival (CAFF) organized by EDI Media Inc. is currently accepting applications for films and short films. This is the 13th annual Chinese American Film Festival and it is the only film festival recorded in the annual report of the US Congress and the only film festival listed as part of US-China cultural activities. - June 22, 2017 - EDI Media
KIB Hits a Home Run with “Irving Day” at the AirHogs Stadium
Friday, June 9, was “Irving Day” at the Texas AirHogs Stadium in Grand Prairie, where $3.00 of every ticket purchased using the code IRVING went to support Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) programs. KIB and AirHogs staff worked for several weeks prior to the event, which was also promoted by... - June 22, 2017 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Church of Scientology’s Family-Friendly Block Party Provides “Something To Do” This Summer
The Church of Scientology in Clearwater is hosting their next Community Block Party with face painting, bouncy houses, train rides, carnival games and free food on Saturday, July 15th. - June 22, 2017 - Church of Scientology FSO
Free Wheelchair Mission Gives Away One Million Wheelchairs to People in Developing Nations
Orange County nonprofit to celebrate one million lives transformed through the gift of mobility at Miracle of Mobility gala on July 13. - June 22, 2017 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. Receives Grant from the Quantum Foundation
Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. has announced it is the recipient of a $30,00 grant from the Quantum Foundation. - June 22, 2017 - Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc.
Keep Irving Beautiful Recognized as Gold Star Affiliate by Keep Texas Beautiful - 66 Texas Communities Honored by Statewide Nonprofit Organization
Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB), a statewide grassroots environmental and community improvement organization, recently named Keep Irving Beautiful a Gold Star Affiliate, a designation conferred on just 66 of KTB’s more than 395 affiliates in 2017. Gold Star recognition is the highest status any... - June 22, 2017 - Keep Irving Beautiful
JoAllyn Archambault Has Recently Been Honored by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
JoAllyn Archambault, of Arlington, Virginia, has recently been honored as a Lifetime VIP member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Anthropology. - June 21, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who