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Christian T. Kemnitz with Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP to Speak at KC’s Strategies to Deal with the CFTC’s Trade Practice and Market Surveillance (TP/MS) Program Event
Christian T. Kemnitz, Partner and Co-Head, Financial Services Litigation Practice, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP to Speak at KC’s Strategies to Deal with the CFTC’s Trade Practice and Market Surveillance (TP/MS) Program Live Webcast. - May 15, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Dr. Terry Neese, CEO Of IEEW, Receives 2013 Global Leader Award from National Women Business Owners Corporation
The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women CEO Recognized for Outstanding Leadership at Inaugural NWBOC Conference - May 15, 2013 - IEEW
Chris Hadfield, Canadian Space Agency Are Recipients of 2013 Spirit of Yuri's Night Award
The Yuri's Night Board of Directors is extremely proud to announce that Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield and the Canadian Space Agency have been named the recipients of this year's Spirit of Yuri's Night Award. "Chris Hadfield is a true space rockstar," said Yuri's Night Executive... - May 15, 2013 - Yuri's Night
Animated Tribute to Annette Funicello Premieres on YouTube
A new musical animated video of Annette Funicello singing and dancing to "Mr. Piano Man" is produced as a tribute to the Disney icon who passed away last month due to complications from multiple sclerosis. - May 15, 2013 - The Annette Funicello Research Fund for Neurological Diseases
Night of Promise Debuts New School in Pleasant Hill, Iowa
Quakerdale, a statewide family services organization in Iowa debuts Promise Academy Pleasant Hill, a new school for students grades 6-12 in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. The public is encouraged to check out the school at A Night of Promise! - May 15, 2013 - Quakerdale
Doctors on the Medical Staff at Baylor Sammons Cancer Center Dive in the Water to Save Lives Through Swim Across America
“The Baylor Salmons” Near Goal of $25,000 to Benefit Swim Across America and the Innovative Clinical Trials Centers at Baylor Sammons Cancer Center - May 15, 2013 - Swim Across America
SWACHA and the Albuquerque FBI Help Prevent Fraud at Ninth Annual Financial Institution Crime Day
Nearly 11,000 Consumer Fraud Related Complaints in New Mexico in 2012 - May 15, 2013 - SWACHA
DiversityBusiness.com 13th Annual National Business Conference Post Conference Review
Top business leaders across the U.S. attended 2013 conference at the Wynn Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Event featured a host of networking sessions, keynote, panel and workshop presentations as well as awards ceremony that honored Top 50 corporations and Top entrepreneurs. - May 15, 2013 - DiversityBusiness.com
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome Webinar Series: "Medication Management" and "TS in the Latino Community"
Review the May 8 webinar on "Medication Management for Tics and TS" and preview the June 19 webinar on "TS in the Latino Community." - May 15, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Workshop Addressing Cyberbullying, Drama and Mean Girls Set for June 13 in Detroit
In an effort to combat cyberbullying, drama and “mean girl” behavior and inspire positive relationships among middle and high school students, Empowered Flower Girl will host its signature Chica Chat workshop – in partnership with Detroit Parent Network. The two-hour workshop,... - May 15, 2013 - Empowered Flower Girl LLC
William Lit, Manager, KPMG to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that William Lit, Manager, KPMG, will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled “Sunshine Act: The Final Rule LIVE Webcast.” This event is scheduled for June... - May 15, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
Elizabeth Jordan, Director, Deloitte & Touche LLP to Speak at KC’s CFPB Examinations of Mortgage Servicing Transfers: Understanding the Proposed Guidance Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Elizabeth Jordan, Director, Deloitte & Touche LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “CFPB Examinations of Mortgage... - May 15, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
The Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces May Bus Tour for Real Estate Investors
On May 18, 2013 the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association, or CT REIA, will be hosting its live property bus tour for real estate investors and entrepreneurs. - May 15, 2013 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Host 2013 Summer Conference June 27-30
NCVMA Conference in Pinehurst Offers 20 Hours of Companion Animal Continuing Education - May 15, 2013 - NCVMA
Hersonissos Municipality to be Promoted Through Time-Lapse Photography
Hersonissos, Crete, will "star" in an ultra high definition time-lapse video movie within the framework of a cooperation launched between the municipality and renowned Norwegian photographer Stian Rekdal. - May 15, 2013 - Municipality Hersonissos
Friends in Adoption to Host Free Adoption Information Meetings Across NY State
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a licensed, not-for-profit domestic infant adoption agency with a 30 plus year history, is holding a number of free adoption information meetings throughout New York State, to educate prospective adoptive parents about adoption. The events will be held in Syracuse,... - May 14, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
East Felicina Middle School Will Take Part in an International Water Safety Class on Wednesday
East Feliciana Middle School is taking the safety of their students very serious by teaming up with a Florida non profit organization (Safety Rock Foundation) to teach ten simple water safety rules. This class will be held on International Water Safety Day May 15th at 8:30 am. - May 14, 2013 - Safety Rock Foundation Corp
Larry G. Adkins Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Larry G. Adkins of Charleston, West Virginia has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of architecture. About Larry G. Adkins Larry G. Adkins has almost 40 years architectural industry experience... - May 14, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Julie Blackburn Bishop Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Julie Blackburn Bishop of St. George, Utah has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Julie Blackburn Bishop Ms. Blackburn Bishop has over 7 years experience in the education... - May 14, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Debbie Ferrier Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Debbie Ferrier of Katy, Texas has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Debbie Ferrier Ms. Ferrier has over 18 years experience in the education field. She is the Director of... - May 14, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Red Carpet Shelley Hosts 2013 Caribbean Movers & Shakers Networking Event
Red Carpet Shelley, the Caribbean media maven will play host to the 2013 Caribbean American Networking and Social Media Series will kick off in Atlanta, Georgia on Thursday May 23, 2013. The annual recognition identifies professionals and civic minded individuals of Caribbean heritage. - May 14, 2013 - RedCarpetShelley.com
Free eBooks on Buddhism for Buddha’s Birthday (May 17th)
In celebration of Buddhas birthday or Vesak, the Buddhist Text Translation Society (BTTS) of California is giving away free ebooks on their newly launched website www.drba.org/btts. (In East Asian countries Buddha's Birth is celebrated on the 8th day of the 4th month in the Chinese lunar calendar. - May 14, 2013 - Buddhist Text Translation Society
Lesbian Couple Refused Flat for Being Gay and Manx Politicians Pledge to Change the Law: LGBT Network
Lesbian Couple Refused Flat for Being Gay; Manx Politicians Pledge to Change the Law - May 14, 2013 - LGBT Network
Myanmar Polestar Travels & Tours, First to Join The Code and Protect Children from Sexual Exploitation in Myanmar
Myanmar Polestar is the first travel and tour company in Myanmar to join The Code of Conduct for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation in Travel and Tourism [The Code]. - May 13, 2013 - The Code
Westchester Networking for Professionals Joins American Diabetes Association Walk to Stop Diabetes
Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes is the American Diabetes Association's signature fundraising walk. - May 12, 2013 - Westchester Networking for Professionals
Fairfax Pride President Issues Statement Regarding Governor Bob McDonnell's Recognition of May 2013 as Foster Care Month
The President of Fairfax Pride released a statement today pointing out the discrepancy between Governor Bob McDonnell's statement proclaiming May 2013 as Foster Care Month in the Commonwealth, and the law signed by the Governor and enacted in July 2012 allowing agencies to prevent LGBT individuals from adopting. - May 12, 2013 - Fairfax Pride
Free Clinic for Riders and Sporthorse Breeders
German bloodline historian Erhard Schulte will offer a May 18-19 "Form for Function" clinic in North Florida. - May 12, 2013 - American Trakehner Association
Free Community Programs Promoting Aging Well
A free 6-part education series entitled “Resources for Navigating Life Transitions" will be offered this Spring at Terrace Gardens Assisted Living, 8415 Waukegan Rd., Morton Grove. - May 12, 2013 - Elderwerks
Rick Rader, MD, Defeating Stigma in Healthcare Award Recipient for 2013
The Simon Foundation for Continence recently announced Rick Rader, MD, as the 2013 Defeating Stigma in Healthcare Award recipient. Dr. Rader is the Director of the Morton J. Kent Habilitation Center at the Orange Grove Center (Chattanooga, TN), a nationally known community agency supporting the... - May 11, 2013 - The Simon Foundation for Continence
Cat Care Society Debuts 2013 "Tails of the Painted Cats" Summer Tour and Announces Douglas M. Tisdale, Esq., as Auctioneer for July 20th Gala Dinner & Auction
For a third year, Painted Cats will again raise funds for Cat Care Society shelter cats and community outreach programs with "Tails of the Painted Cats." The tour starts this month at the Lakewood Arts Council Gallery and culminates Saturday, July 20, at the Gala Dinner & Auction at Pinehurst Country Club. Douglas M. Tisdale, Esq. (the Honorable Mayor of Cherry Hills Village), joins the team as Auctioneer, and Ed Greene, CBS4 Weather & News Anchor, again serves as Master of Ceremonies. - May 11, 2013 - Cat Care Society
Scout-O-Rama 2013 Offers More Than 250 Fun-Filled Family Activites
For Orange County Residents of All Ages, Event Features the Vans® Skate Team, Medieval Times® Jousting Tournaments and Dozens of Outdoor Activities - May 11, 2013 - Orange County Council Boy Scouts of America
Reshma Patel-Jackson, Manager, Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP to Speak at KC’s Performing Compliance Risk Assessments Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Reshma Patel, Manager, Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Performing Compliance Risk Assessments... - May 11, 2013 - The Knowledge Group
RedRover Brings the Best Day Ever to Atlanta Families
RedRover, a new free app and website that curates the best of what to do with kids around town, launched its Atlanta-focused edition today. Now, Atlanta parents can use RedRover to quickly and simply find the most relevant kid-friendly places, activities, events and more sorted by date, distance, age group and category right on their smartphone, tablet or computer. - May 11, 2013 - RedRover
Special Needs Parent Coaches Receive National Support
Tom and Julie Meekins, of March Forth Family, LLC, have been invited into the National Center for Biblical Parenting as their new Special Needs Specialists. They work with parents and caregivers who are struggling with their special needs or challenging children. - May 11, 2013 - March Forth Family
DFW AMA Executive Luncheon: More Life Happens at Chili’s
Join Dallas Area Marketing Professionals for a Luncheon Session on Chili’s Unique Brand Strategy - May 11, 2013 - DFW American Marketing Association
NJ Native and Academy Award Winning Writer to be Honored at CarePlus Foundation Courage Awards Gala
James Lecesne, creator of the Trevor Project, to be given Courage Award. - May 11, 2013 - Care Plus Foundation
Female Volunteers Build a Habitat for Humanity LV Home for National Women Build Week
A construction crew of all female volunteers will pound nails and raise walls at a Habitat build site on Saturday, May 11th, the day before Mother’s Day, in celebration of National Women Build Week. An initiative of Habitat for Humanity International, Women Build challenges women around the... - May 11, 2013 - Habitat for Humanity Las Vegas
Engeye, Inc. Announces New Executive Director
A Bold, Visionary Step Toward Growth and Sustainability - May 11, 2013 - Engeye
Startup Greener50 Connects People to Eco-Friendly Businesses
A duo based in Colorado is challenging the idea that business and the environment don't mix. Greener50, founded by Rick Oberreuter and Matt Neidenberg, is a website that connects eco-minded people, businesses, and organizations together. The concept of greener50 is simple; Find > Learn >... - May 10, 2013 - greener50
Church of Scientology Hosts Community Theater Event
The Nashville Church of Scientology is putting on a show for the community in old-time radio style. This will be the third such annual event. - May 10, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
SPCA Tampa Bay to Host 12-Hour Pawjama Adoption Party May 11th
When: Saturday, May 11, 12 p.m.- Midnight Where: SPCA Tampa Bay ~ 9099 130th Avenue North, Largo SPCA Tampa Bay is hosting the area’s first-ever twelve hour adoption event on Saturday May 11th from noon until midnight. The Largo shelter expects to have more than 60 pets available for... - May 10, 2013 - SPCA Tampa Bay
"Take the Pledge" Anti-Homophobia Campaign Campaign Launched by Two Fifteen Year Old Straight Teens with the LGBT Network
Two heterosexual teenagers, Nathan and Ross have launched a campaign to encourage people to "Take The Pledge" in support of the LGBTQ community. The web based campaign on www.skelat.com/LGBTQ.html urges supporters to download a template which has space for their name and a paragraph on... - May 10, 2013 - LGBT Network
20,000 Celebrate Life and Miracles of Prophet Muhammad
The beautiful Masjid Tuanku Mizan in Putrajaya, Malaysia hosted over 20,000 people to celebrate the life of the Prophet Muhammad in commemoration of the Maulid celebration. For the organizers, Al-Wariseen Trust, this is the largest privately funded spiritual gathering with invited guests and visitors from several countries in South East Asia as well as Australia and the USA, of which includes former PM Tun Abdullah Badawi. - May 10, 2013 - Al-Wariseen Trust
Lev Leytzan’s Elderhearts Program Receives Grant from Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
Lev Leytzan’s Elderheart progam was recently awarded a $5,000 grant from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA). Elderhearts, the newest of Lev Leytzan’s programs, reaches out to people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias with interactive experiences designed... - May 09, 2013 - Lev Leytzan: The Heart of Therapeutic Clowning, Inc.
Local Residents Get Mud on Their Face for a Great Cause
A group of local residents consisting of men, women, college & high school students from all walks of life & fitness levels plan do a 5 mile obstacle course to raise money for The Union Beach Disaster Relief Fund. - May 09, 2013 - The Martial Arts Arena
Top Los Angeles Women Celebrated at EmpowHer Institute Girls to Greatness Gala Reception
Honoree recipients were Elise Buik, CEO of United Way, Los Angeles; Dannielle Campos, Senior Vice President of Bank of America; and Penny Toler, Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Los Angeles Sparks. - May 09, 2013 - EmpowHer Institute
Austin Elks Lodge #201 Provides a Day of Fun at Amusement Park for Special Needs Families
Elks Lodge #201 in Austin, Texas received a $10,000 grant from the Elks National Foundation to provide activities for children with special needs. During 2013 there will be six day trips to Morgan's Wonderland, in San Antonio. Each trip will have about 20 children, accompanied by a family member. - May 09, 2013 - Elk's Lodge #201
6th Annual Courts K. Cleveland SAD Foundation Young Investigator Awards in Cardiac Channelopathies
The SADS Foundation announces its winners for the 6th Annual Courts K. Cleveland SADS Foundation Young Investigator Awards in Cardiac Channelopathies. The winners are: Basic Science Winner - Author/Investigator: David Auerbach, PhD Mentor: Lori Isom, MD, Ph.D. Institution: University of Michigan; Translational/Clinical Winner - Author/Investigator: Christian Van Der Werf, M.D., Ph.D. Mentor: Arthur Wilde, M.D., PhD, Institution: Academic Medical Center Amsterdam - May 09, 2013 - Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
Gulf Harbour Memorial Foundation Donates $15,000 to the Heights Foundation
Donation will support completion of medical clinic. Gulf Harbour Memorial Foundation donated $15,000 to the Heights Foundation to complete the foundation’s medical clinic. The clinic will provide access to quality health care for low-income, uninsured residents of Harlem Heights and... - May 09, 2013 - Heights Foundation
HDFC Life Initiates CSR Project Swabhimaan with SOS Children’s Villages of India
HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurance companies, today extended its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Swabhimaan, to SOS Children’s Villages of India. The project will begin with supporting the education of 300 vulnerable children in 4 locations including... - May 09, 2013 - SOS Village