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Alzheimer's Conference Provides Support and Answers About South Florida's Most Critical Health Epidemic
Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida Chapter proudly presents its 2012 Care & Conquer Regional Education Conference Wednesday, May 23, 2012. This event is designed to provide support and guidance to people with early-stage Alzheimer’s and caregivers of people with dementia. The conference features world-renowned experts and many opportunities to connect with others battling the Alzheimer’s epidemic. The full-day experience will provide you with support and education. - May 21, 2012 - Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida
Michelle Fones Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Michelle Fones of Claremore, Oklahoma has been included in the Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of retail apparel. About Michelle Fones Ms. Michelle Fones is the Owner and Manager of Flying F. Ranchwear, LLC in Claremore,... - May 21, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Robert D. Brignall, Esq. Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Mr. Robert D. Brignall, Esq. of Inkster, Michigan has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of media. About Robert D. Brignall, Esq. Mr. Brignall has over 18 years experience in the field of media. - May 21, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Brian M. Walters Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Brian M. Walters of Cheektowaga, New York has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Brian M. Walters Dr. Walters has 7 years experience in healthcare. He is Director of... - May 21, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
BusiNeighbor.org Announces Cell Phone Drive to Purchase and Distribute 500 Payless Shoe Gift Cards to Children in Need
It is estimated that Americans have 3 or more cell phones they no longer use but haven't discarded or recycled. BusiNeighbor can use these phones to positively change a child’s life and assist a struggling parent. - May 21, 2012 - BusiNeighbor Inc
DysNet Global Self-Help Network Launched to Support People with Limb Differences
Ambitious project for online community founded by Thalidomide survivors, aimed at uniting limb deficiency groups world-wide. - May 21, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Extreme Makeover Main Street
The Upper Main Alliance Business Expo Makes Simple the Hackensack Rehabilitation Plan. - May 20, 2012 - Upper Main Alliance
7th Annual South Asian Heritage Day
Human Endeavour is organizing a fun-filled family event with a aromatic touch of South Asian culture to the various aspects of the event. - May 20, 2012 - Human Endeavour
Michael Marletta Appointed to Governing Board of California’s Stem Cell Agency
Michael A. Marletta, PhD, President and CEO of The Scripps Research Institute, has been appointed to the Independent Citizens Oversight Committee (ICOC), the governing board of California’s stem cell agency, the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM). “California has led... - May 20, 2012 - California Institute for Regenerative Medicine
Women’s Business Development Center June Programs Support and Accelerate Women’s Business Ownership
Center provides a continuum of business development services to prospective and established women entrepreneurs including counseling, training, financial, certification and procurement assistance. - May 20, 2012 - Women's Business Development Center
One Week to Go Until the City is Transformed by Vivid Sydney
Next Friday night, the lighting of the sails of Sydney Opera House will herald the opening of Vivid Sydney, the annual festival of light, music and ideas, bringing the city alive with creativity in precincts from Walsh Bay, through The Rocks to Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House. Vivid Sydney,... - May 20, 2012 - Vivid Sydney
Orlando Jones Performs at Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts August 12
Station Avenue Productions, a division of The asterism* Group, proudly announces that mega-star Orlando Jones will be performing August 12 at Cove Haven Entertainment Resorts in the beautiful Pocono Mountains Region of Pennsylvania. Station Avenue Productions is the official concert and events... - May 20, 2012 - Station Avenue Productions, part of The asterism* Group
2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride Welcomes Semper Fi Fund as a Sponsor
The Semper Fi Fund, a nonprofit providing financial support for injured and critically ill members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families, has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military. - May 20, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
The Island Of The Month Club Gives Private Yacht & Country Clubs Something to Party About
In an industry that has been looking for new ways to increase membership, the Island of the Month Club brings life back to the party in more ways than one. Providing everything from monthly events to high-end glossy island magazines, the Island of the Month Club delivers fun, excitement and a fantastic party everyone can enjoy... especially the private clubs. - May 19, 2012 - Island of the Month Club
Albuquerque Child Safety Week with Operation Kidsafe
Operation Kidsafe with be working with The Albuquerque Police Department, NMDOT Traffic Safety Division, Safer New Mexico Now and Casa Automotive Group. - May 19, 2012 - Operation Kidsafe
WPN Business Alliance Rally Announces “Meet the Media” Luncheon Panel and Spotlight Breakout Speakers
Saturday’s Women’s Power Networking Business Alliance Rally in Raleigh features five Triangle media experts during a catered luncheon, 24 breakout sessions with industry experts, 100+ exhibitors and art raffle to help benefit the Alzheimer’s Assoc. - May 19, 2012 - Women's Power Networking
Information Technology Disaster Resource Center to Hold Disaster Planning Event in Joplin, MO
The Information Technology Disaster Resource Center (ITDRC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization of IT professionals who assist communities and small businesses with technology continuity and recovery, today announced it is hosting a “Technology Continuity 101” event in Joplin. The... - May 19, 2012 - Information Technology Disaster Resource Center, Inc
National Bike Tour for Childhood Cancer Research Arriving in Bergen / Rockland County
Woodcliff Lake Hilton, Woodcliff Lake, NJ Thursday May 24th, 5:00pm – 8:00 pm. Live Music by the Nerds with Open Bar, BBQ Dinner, Silent Auction. After party drink specials at Fire & Oak, 100 Chestnut Ridge Road, Montvale, NJ. - May 19, 2012 - Rally Foundation New York
California Office of the Courts to Educate Small Claims Courts About Lien Sale Amendment
The California Self Storage Association (CSSA) is pleased to announce that the Judicial Council of California’s Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) has agreed to work with its education division regarding the authority provided to small claims courts by the recent amendments to Code of... - May 19, 2012 - California Self-Storage Association
Roozt.com & Rockin’ Baby Partner to Help Haitian Mothers Protect Their Children
These two socially conscious brands hope to spread the concept of “babywearing” with the use of slings to help mothers protect their children in Haiti. - May 19, 2012 - Roozt
Northeast Florida Counts Announces Change Agent Leadership Scholarship Presentation and Award Ceremony
In February the partners of Northeast Florida Counts launched the Change Agent Leadership Scholarship (CALS) to recognize students’ visionary aptitudes and leadership abilities to create a plan to transform a Northeast Florida community into a vibrant and healthy place to live, work, and play. On June 2, Northeast Florida Counts, a health-related quality of life data initiative of the Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida (501c3), will award a one-year, non-renewable scholarships. - May 19, 2012 - Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida
World T.E.A.M. Sports Welcomes the USO as a Sponsor of the 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride
The USO, a private, nonprofit military support organization, has joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military. - May 19, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Names New Board Members
Three Community College Presidents Join NACCE Leadership Team - May 19, 2012 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
3rd Ministerial Summit on Medical Tourism
The Medical Tourism Association™ Announced the Preliminary List of Attendees to the 3rd Ministerial Summit on Medical Tourism - May 19, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™
Vermont Condo Forum and Expo Set for June 9 in Quechee
The New England Chapter of Community Associations Institute (CAINE) is holding its annual Vermont Condo Forum and Expo for condominium owners, board members, trustees and managers on June 9, 2012 at the Quechee Club in Quechee, VT from 8:00am - 2:30pm. - May 19, 2012 - Community Associations Institute - New England Chapter
National Green Thumb Challenge Adopt-a-Plant Contest Winner Announced
Bonnie Plants and GEF promote benefits of indoor plants in schools with free contest. - May 19, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Soccer Star Tim Howard Has a Surprise Message for Students Attending Dare to Dream Conference
North Brunswick, N.J., native has Tourette Syndrome and currently is playing for Everton of the Premier League in England. - May 19, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
KOSBE Client The Utility Company Acquires International Company, Nitro
KOSBE Client, The Utility Company of East Tennessee’s national headquarters, The Utility Company (TUC) announced recently the acquisition of Canada’s largest Managed Service Provider, Nitro. The deal enhances TUC’s line of computer hardware options available for client purchase as... - May 19, 2012 - Kingsport Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship - KOSBE
Free "Senior Solutions" Community Workshop and Fair
Family Restoration and Healing Center in partnership with the UBW Senior Solutions Company will hold a free workshop to address coping strategies for those caring for aging parents and relatives. - May 18, 2012 - Family Restoration and Healing Center
FounderMatchup Merges with CoFoundersLab
FounderMatchup, Inc., a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is pleased to announce its merger with CoFoundersLab, Inc., a Maryland based company. - May 18, 2012 - FounderMatchup, Inc.
Scotts Valley Relay for Life: You Won't Forget It, You Won't Regret It
24-hour Event Embodies the Spirit of “One Day. One Night. One Community. One Fight,” May 19-20, 2012 - May 18, 2012 - San Lorenzo and Scotts Valley Relay for Life
Delilah, National Syndicated Radio Host is Hosting Tonight’s 10th Annual Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation Benefit
National syndicated radio host Delilah will serve as the host at this year’s 10th annual Dream and Promise Awards Benefit to support the Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation, a New York-based 501 (c) (3) working nationwide and abroad to help kids with brain and spinal cord tumors and... - May 18, 2012 - Children's Brain Tumor Foundation
Building Healthy Communities Workshop - Though the Development of a Flagler Community Health Center and Wellness Campus
Goal is to bring the community together to share thoughts, gather opinion and discuss ideas. - May 18, 2012 - Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and Gardener’s Supply Company Announce $5,000 Grant for Outstanding Youth Garden Project
National grant contest supports sustainability of K-12 garden projects - May 18, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
The Dempster Foundation Casino Night All-Star Event Brings in More Than $350,000 for Families of Children with a 22q Disorder
Chicago Cubs, Celebrities and Musicians Turn Out to Help Ryan Dempster Raise Awareness About the Genetic Disorder 22q Deletion - May 18, 2012 - Dempster Family Foundation
Dominion Joins 2012 Sea to Shining Sea Cross-Country Bicycle Ride as a Sponsor
The Dominion Foundation and Dominion Virginia Power have joined as a sponsor of World T.E.A.M. Sports' second Sea to Shining Sea cross-country bicycle ride with wounded warriors from America’s military. - May 18, 2012 - World T.E.A.M. Sports
Netball America Participating at President's Active Lifestyle Award Presentation
Netball America has announced that Dr. Jayne Greenberg [District Director of Physical Education and Health Literacy of Miami-Dade] has invited Netball America President Sonya Ottaway and American Idol Finalist, Michael Johns to attend the President’s Active Lifestyle Award (PALA +)... - May 18, 2012 - Netball America Inc.
Renowned Athletes, Coaches, Medical Professionals and Organizations Join The NSLA Network to Support Injured Athletes
National Sports Leagues of America Announces Line-Up of Ambassadors and Partners Spreading the Word about the Free Nationwide Injured Athlete Alert System - May 18, 2012 - National Sports Leagues of America
Illinois State Bar Association CLE Marathon Scheduled for May 30–June 1 in Chicago
Courses are offered in 2-hour increments and will broadcast live via Webcast. - May 18, 2012 - Illinois State Bar Association
13th Annual “Top Businesses in America” Awards Program Announced
DiversityBusinessdotcom, the nation's leading business internet portal will be conducting its 13th annual "Top Businesses in America" survey. The research allows entrepreneurs to be identified and honored for their business achievements on a national and regional basis. This year's... - May 18, 2012 - DiversityBusiness.com
Call for Nominations: 2013 "Champions of Diversity"
DiversityBusiness.com is seeking nominations for its “2013 Champion of Diversity” Award. Nominations are due by Wednesday, November 30, 2012. Details about the nomination process are below. - May 18, 2012 - DiversityBusiness.com
African-American History Hike to Celebrate National Trails Day
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy and the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park will lead an African-American History Hike on June 2, 2012 to celebrate National Trails Day. - May 18, 2012 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Holds Special Acknowledgement for DeRose Hinkhouse Winners
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council is taking the time to acknowledge winners of the 2012 DeRose Hinkhouse awards. - May 18, 2012 - Religion Communicators Council
Felix S. Lee, Partner, Fenwick & West to Speak at KC’s Dodd-Frank: The New Office of Minority & Women Inclusion for Banks (Sec. 342) Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced that Felix S. Lee, Partner, Fenwick & West will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Dodd-Frank: The New Office of Minority & Women... - May 18, 2012 - The Knowledge Group
Unique New Business Contact Solution ventureIntro Offers a Connection for Start-Ups, Entrepreneurs, Professionals and Students Alike
In today’s cutthroat business world, a business without the right contacts is a business that will never outshine the rest. Avoid all the pitfalls and find a solid starting point for your new business venture and ventureIntro, an all-new business contact solution for everyone. Founded by CEO Gareth Nunn and set to officially launch next month, ventureIntro is the ultimate place where you can discover a foundational ground for your business. - May 17, 2012 - ventureIntro
IEEE ComSoc Commemorates 60th Year Dedicated to the Advance of Global Communications & Worldwide Professional Development
The IEEE Communications Society (IEEE ComSoc) has observed its 60th year dedicated to the development of communications professionals worldwide and the advance of the entire range of broadband, wireless, multimedia, data, image and voice technologies. Founded in 1952, IEEE ComSoc, which has over... - May 17, 2012 - IEEE Communications Society
Feed the Hungry San Miguel Dental Van Program Improves Health in Poor Rancho Communities
Some say no pain no gain, but judging from the faces of the children Feed the Hungry San Miguel/Patronato Pro Niños (PPN) serves from its Dental Van program with visiting Mexico City dentist Dr. Gilberto Mendez Lecanda, these children have learned to grin and bear it. They are remarkably... - May 17, 2012 - Feed the Hungry San Miguel
Life Imitates “Art In The Campo” with Feed the Hungry San Miguel
On St. Patrick's Day, March 17, Feed the Hungry San Miguel Board members celebrated the opening of “Art in the Campo” at the Farjardo de Bocas primaria school off the Salida A Querétaro. Fajardo de Bocas is the perfect example of a school where the director, teachers, parents and children have enormous pride. The buildings and grounds are meticulously maintained. Not a scrap of trash is in sight. - May 17, 2012 - Feed the Hungry San Miguel
Green Energy Challenge Energy Spotlight School Promotes Conservation and Awareness
Norman E. Day Elementary School in Westford, MA Stands Out as Energy Champion - May 17, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
The 5th World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Announces the Preliminary List of Confirmed Speakers
The Annual Congress of the Medical Tourism AssociationTM will take place on the Beach in Fort Lauderdale/Miami - October 24-26th 2012. The 5th Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce the list of preliminary speakers at the conference to be held on the beach in Ft. Lauderdale/Miami on October 24-26th, 2012. - May 17, 2012 - Medical Tourism Association™