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African Services Committee Announces Positive Kids 3: Through Their Eyes Event
African Services Committee, in collaboration with award-winning photographer, Haik Kocharian, is proud to present Positive Kids 3: Through Their Eyes, a photographic exhibition and cocktail reception taking place on May 17th, 2010 and benefiting African Services Pediatric HIV programs in Ethiopia. - April 19, 2010 - African Services Committee
My Shopping Tree Receives a 2009 Constant Contact All-Star Award
My Shopping Tree (www.myshoppingtree.com), provider of personalized pet products today announced that it has received a 2009 All-Star Award from Constant Contact®, Inc. - April 19, 2010 - My Shopping Tree
VIVAVO, Inc. Today Announces the First Commercial Cloud Based Unified Communication as a Service (UCaaS) Available in Asia Pacific Regions Together with China Telecom
VIVAVO, Inc. today announces the first commercial Cloud based Unified Communication as a Service (UCaaS) available in Asia Pacific regions together with China Telecom (HK) International during the ICT Expo 2010. The service is first launched in Hong Kong and will be expanded into other regions such... - April 18, 2010 - VIVAVO, Inc.
On the Boulevard Helps South Lansing Fight Back
On the Boulevard Business association is putting on a barbecue on July 10th from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. in Logan Square on MLK Boulevard and will include businesses from all around the local area. On the Boulevard strives to help the neighborhood tackle its biggest enemy: closing businesses. - April 18, 2010 - On the Boulevard
Portable Storage Hits Homerun at Baseball Stadiums
With a new Major League Baseball season beginning, portable storage units are getting emptied out again – at least temporarily. Find out how baseball teams are using portable storage. - April 18, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association
RIEDC Executive Director, Keith Stokes, to Address RI’s Bioscience Industry
Stokes will make his first industry-wide appearance at Tech Collective’s BIO ED event to discuss the RI Bioscience industry, growth strategies and commitment of resources. - April 18, 2010 - Tech Collective
John Packer Associates Have Been Awarded the ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System Accreditation
This recognition further demonstrates the company’s commitment to sustainable design and management in all aspects of their work - April 18, 2010 - John Packer Associates
New Stewardship Code: It’s Not Just About Compliance But About Good Governance
Stakeholders should be encouraged to use whatever rights and powers they may have to protect their own interests, says ACCA. - April 18, 2010 - ACCA
SAFE Director to Receive 2010 Nata Award of Excellence
Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) Director Arlynn McMahon is the 2010 recipient of the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) Excellence in Flight Training Award. McMahon is the Training Center Manager at Aero-Tech, Inc., a flight school based in Lexington, KY. She was the... - April 18, 2010 - Society of Aviation and Flight Educators
Hampton University Awarded Grant from Wolf Aviation Fund in Support of the Project
The Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE) has begun development of a new Aviation-Mentoring Program. Working together with SAFE, Hampton University Department of Aviation has received a grant from the Wolf Aviation Fund to help develop the project. According to Hampton University... - April 18, 2010 - Society of Aviation and Flight Educators
LeonidesArts New York Gallery Presents "Men, Portraits and Abstract Landscapes" by Mark Vinsun at the Ninth Avenue Saloon, New York, New York
The artist Mark Vinsun explores the male form and the landscapes they inhabits in a realistic/abstract form. - April 18, 2010 - LeonidesArts New York Gallery
Jennifer Bosser Joins Wake County Economic Development as Assistant Executive Director
Ken Atkins, executive director of Wake County Economic Development (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced that Jennifer Bosser has joined the organization as assistant executive director. Bosser’s responsibilities include overseeing day to day operations, pursuing strategic initiatives and... - April 17, 2010 - Wake County Economic Development
Increased Foliage for Hailsham Country Park
Volunteers are set to plant additional trees at the Hailsham Country Park later this month, as part of this year’s Hailsham In Bloom campaign. - April 17, 2010 - Hailsham Town Council
One Eleven Place Named to Triangle Business Journal’s Meeting and Banquet Facilities List
Raymond Larcher, executive vice president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that One Eleven Place has been named to Triangle Business Journal’s Meeting and Banquet Facilities List. The venue has been recognized by Triangle Business... - April 17, 2010 - RRAR
Dr. Charles Hamner Recognized with Health Care Heroes Lifetime Achievement Award
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences (www.thehamner.org), an independent, nonprofit organization that offers an open, collaborative and cross-disciplinary approach to translational biomedical research, has announced that Charles E. Hamner, Jr., D.V.M., Ph.D., chairman of the board of directors... - April 17, 2010 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on Saturday, May 1 at North Strab Park in St. Petersburg, FL
Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, today announced that the Fourth annual Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at North Straub Park in St. Petersburg. All event proceeds will... - April 17, 2010 - Autism Speaks, NJ
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, UCCA Announce Beginning of Construction on Midtown Greenway
Greenway Trail Will Ultimately Link Midtown Detroit to Downtown - April 17, 2010 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Martial Arts Teachers' Association Bootcamp Prepares Schools for "The Karate Kid" Jump in Membership
In contrast to the down economy, many martial arts schools are enjoying a strong year mostly due to the popularity of mixed martial arts. With the coming debut of "The Karate Kid" remake with Jackie Chan schools are preparing for another influx of students. One of the professions' leading... - April 17, 2010 - MATA
SVACA to Host Fourth Annual Adoptathon
The Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority (SVACA) will join with thousands of animal lovers around the world for the North Shore Animal League’s annual adoptathon. Held at SVACA’s Animal Care Center, the only cageless center in the Silicon Valley, the event will take place on Saturday... - April 17, 2010 - Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority
A All Animal Control Race in Atlanta Doesn't Pan Out
The need for speed didn't pan out for the A All Animal Control Dragbike Racing Team this past weekend in Atlanta, Ga. Evidentially, a faulty oil pan was the culprit for the team's setbacks. "Friday test and tuning turned up a serious problem. When we were slowing down on the big end, the oil... - April 17, 2010 - A All Animal Control
HeartShare Gala Raised $670,000
Friends of HeartShare Human Services came out to support the nonprofit’s Annual Spring Gala and Auction and, despite the bad economy, raised more money than in each of the previous two years. Nearly 1,000 guests attended the event and raised more than $670,000 for HeartShare’s programs... - April 17, 2010 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Public Safety Fleet Managers Share Their Experiences and Wisdom at NAFA's 2010 Institute & Expo
NAFA Fleet Management Association provides public safety fleet managers a forum to discuss issues, problems, and successes within their field at NAFA's 2010 Institute & Expo in Detroit. - April 17, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
LeonidesArts New York Gallery Presents the Work of Its Contemporary Artists in the Grand Opening of Its New Art Space at the Skyline Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, NYC
LeonidesArts New York Gallery along with the No Estamos Solas Gallery, Buenos Aires, Argentina: will open their gallery in midtown Manhattan, New York City. - April 17, 2010 - LeonidesArts New York Gallery
Owner of Tennessee Charter Bus Company Makes a ‘Wise’ Choice to Fund Educational Public Awareness Campaign Using a Portion of His Company’s Parts Purchases
Motorcoach operators and coach manufacturers collaborate to generate long-term, sustainable revenue for not-for-profit organization whose sole purpose is to promote public awareness about the availability, selection, usage and benefits of motorcoach transportation. - April 17, 2010 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
PARSA Community Foundation Announces Grants to 21 Nonprofits Benefiting Iranian Diaspora
A total of $200,000 is granted to 21 nonprofit organizations focused on Iranian Culture, Leadership Development and Civic Engagement. - April 16, 2010 - PARSA Community Foundation
mumms® Hospice Software Increases Staff Efficiency with Third Party Interface Capabilities
One of the many benefits of mumms® Software, the leading electronic health record (EHR) provider for hospice and palliative care, is its capability and corporate will to interface with any program that can import or export data. This means, if information that is already in the mumms®... - April 16, 2010 - mumms Software
Over 2,000 Free Yoga Classes and Events During National Yoga Awareness Month September 2010 Announced by Yoga Health Foundation
National Yoga Month, a national awareness campaign to inspire a healthy lifestyle, will bring Free Yoga to millions of people this September. During National Yoga Month yoga studios and teachers will offer 2,000+ free yoga classes and events nationwide. - April 16, 2010 - Yoga Health Foundation
The Wimax 2010
Virtue Insight, proudly presents one of the most talked of rising technologies of the recent times, the WiMAX. - April 16, 2010 - Virtue Insight
Pat Mitchell is Master of Ceremonies at Women’s eNews 21 Leaders Gala
Women's eNews announced today that Pat Mitchell, president and CEO of The Paley Media Center and former president and CEO of PBS, will be the master of ceremonies for the Women's eNews 21 Leaders for the 21st Century gala, May 6 in New York City. Loreen Arbus, president of the Arbus Productions... - April 16, 2010 - Women's eNews
Women’s eNews Presents 2010 Black Maternal Health Media Conference
You have read the headlines. Now hear the leading expert on the groundbreaking research into the causes of the high maternal and infant mortality rates in the U.S. Women's eNews Black Maternal Health Project, Wednesday April 28th, is now inviting select members of the media to a briefing on the crucial steps needed to be taken to save the lives of our mother and infants. - April 16, 2010 - Women's eNews
Greensboro Mayor Issues Pet Week Proclamation for North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (www.ncvma.org) has announced that Greensboro’s mayor, William H. Knight, has signed a proclamation declaring May 2 through 8 as Pet Week. National Pet Week is an annual week of awareness designed to promote responsible pet ownership,... - April 16, 2010 - NCVMA
New Parking Lot Good for Business and Environment
The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency has built a new 14-space "green" parking lot in the Pineapple Grove Arts District. Consisting of pervious pavers, decorative LED lighting, and low-volume irrigation, the lot will provide more parking for nearby businesses while incorporating public art components. - April 16, 2010 - Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
EngEx and the World Trade Center San Diego Partner to Develop Export Opportunities at EngEx 2010
Supporting Presidential Policy to Double Exports in Five Years. - April 16, 2010 - EngEx Inc
“Dock of the Bay,” an Otis Redding Song, Turned Into Fine Art Picture
cNoteART, which transforms songs into fine art, converted Otis Redding’s “Dock of the Bay” into a modern art. - April 16, 2010 - cNoteART
Free Diabetes Cookbook Combines Delicious, Healthy Recipes in a Simple 7-Day Meal Plan
7 Day Meal Plan With Diabetes features 30 simple, flavorful and moderate-carbohydrate recipes and is an excellent alternative to low-carb cookbooks. - April 16, 2010 - Diabetes Daily
Occoneechee Council to Host NC Youth Jamboree
Youth Groups to Gather April 24 to Show Skills and Achievements. - April 16, 2010 - Boy Scouts of America - Occoneechee Council
Busting Fuel-Saving Myths at NAFA's Institute & Expo
NAFA Fleet Management Association presents an educational session at the 2010 Institute & Expo in Detroit designed to help fleet managers understand what to look for when evaluating the plethora of product claims that they receive each week. - April 16, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
The Valley’s Community Unites to Honor Post 9/11 Wounded War Veterans
The Home Sweet Home Campaign is proud to announce their 1st annual charity events. With the support of Valley businesses, schools and residents the campaign will be hosting a Charity Auction and a 2 Man Charity Scramble this May. Proceeds from both events will benefit USA Cares Warrior Treatment Today Program. - April 16, 2010 - Home Sweet Home Campaign
The Himalayan Cataract Project, a Vermont-Based International Eye Care Organization, Earns Highest Rating for Fiscal Responsibility
The Himalayan Cataract Project (HCP) works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness through high-quality ophthalmic care, education and the establishment of a world-class eye care infrastructure which includes eye hospitals, clinics and medical training. HCP works throughout the Himalayas and in Africa. The nonprofit has been awarded its fifth consecutive 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. - April 16, 2010 - Himalayan Cataract Project
Development of New Diabetes Treatment Enhanced by Partnerships
CureDM, LLC, a biopharmaceutical company with collaborative ties to the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR), announced that they have signed an agreement with Sanofi-Aventis for the exclusive worldwide license of Pancreate™, a novel islet neogenesis agent for the treatment of type... - April 16, 2010 - Lankenau Institute for Medical Research
‘Cena in Giardino’ Brunch and Art Show to Benefit Local Animal Sanctuary
On May 8th and 9th Goathouse Refuge, a no-kill cat sanctuary in Pittsboro, will host a charity art show in the Refuge gardens. The art show will feature original designs by Siglinda Scarpa, founder of the Refuge and world-renowned artist. On May 9th guests can also come out for a brunch, where they... - April 16, 2010 - The Goathouse Refuge
New Jersey Branch of Association of Bridal Consultants to Sponsor Cancer Patient’s Wedding
The New Jersey Branch of the Association of Bridal Consultants is coming together to plan a wedding for a bride who has metastatic breast cancer. All of the professional service providers are donating their time and/or services to make the bride’s dream come true. - April 16, 2010 - New Jersey Branch of Association of Bridal Consultants
LatPro Hosts Washington, DC Career Fair for Multicultural Jobseekers
LatPro’s Diversity Job Fair Series comes to DC’s Trinity Center at Trinity College on May 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - April 15, 2010 - LatPro Inc.
South Florida Interactive Marketing Association Hosts 1st Annual SFIMA Summit: Driving ROI with Search and Social Media
Friday, May14, 2010 9:00am – 5:00pm at Miniaci Performing Arts Center, Nova Southeastern University. - April 15, 2010 - South Florida Interactive Marketing Association
Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Song "Hard to Concentrate" Turned Into Modern Art Picture
cNoteART, a company that can turn any song into fine art, transformed the Red Hot Chili Peppers’ “Hard to Concentrate” into a fine art image. - April 15, 2010 - cNoteART
NACCE Issues Call for Papers for 2010 Conference in Orlando, FL
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) has issued a call for papers for its 2010 conference, to be held October 10-13, 2010 in Orlando, FL. The deadline for submissions is midnight EST on April 28, 2010. Submissions must be made through the conference Web site at... - April 15, 2010 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Hotels for Hope: Book a Room and Donate to the Life of a Child
Hotels for Hope is a social enterprise that has created a new culture associated with booking hotel accommodations. Each of Austin Hospitality’s contracted hotels is asked to include a $1 charitable contribution to one of their partner charities, whose missions are dedicated to positively impacting children. Austin Hospitality then matches these donations, dollar for dollar. In short, each room night generates $2 for Hotels for Hope. - April 15, 2010 - Hotels for Hope
More Than 230 Exhibitors Are Ready for NAFA's 2010 Institute & Expo
NAFA Fleet Management Association holds its annual Institute & Expo in Detroit April 24-27. Over 230 exhibitors from all across North America will be part of this year's Expo Floor. - April 15, 2010 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
BBB Offers Tips to Protect Credit and Debit Cards
The Better Business Bureau gives advice on how to protect credit and debit cards from identity theft. More than 11 million id thefts occurred last year. - April 15, 2010 - Better Business Bureau of Eastern North Carolina
NPSA Spring Portable Storage Seminar Organizes Industry Roundtable
The National Portable Storage Association's 2010 Spring Portable Storage Seminar in Virginia Beach, Va. on April 26-27 will offer a roundtable of industry experts to discuss opportunities and challenges. - April 15, 2010 - National Portable Storage Association