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NJ Rallies Again for Vaccination Choice at William Paterson University on October 16, Large Numbers of Concerned Voters Gather at Governor's Debate in Wayne, NJ
With pandemic swine flu dominating the headlines, and half of all adults refusing to get the controversial new H1N1 vaccine, there is heightened awareness about importance of vaccination choice. Hundreds of voters, parents, health care workers, students and concerned citizens expected to gather to send a strong message to the three candidates for governor and all major press outlets on site covering the gubernatorial debate. - October 15, 2009 - Life Health Choices
Harvard JLIC Rabbi Publishes First Ever Book Combining Judaism and Twitter
Twitter Torah brings the profundity of the Torah to you in 140 character messages based around the weekly Torah portions. The book shares insights from seven unique and thoughtful people. The contributors to this book all come from different places in the Jewish community: traditional and non-traditional, men and women, Jewish professionals and lay members. - October 15, 2009 - Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus at Harvard University
The National Council on Interpreting in Health Care Announces First Executive Director
Gem P. Daus, M.A. has been named as the first Executive Director of the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC). Mr. Daus will lead the organization and work to implement a strategic plan that secures the NCIHC as the expert national resource on language access issues in health care. - October 15, 2009 - National Council on Interpreting in Health Care
White Paper Demonstrates How Digital Watermarking Can Enable Parent-Controlled Viewing of Television Programming on Any Device
The Digital Watermarking Alliance (DWA) has released a new white paper, “Ensuring Child Safety in a Digital World / A Comprehensive Solution to Parental Controlled Viewing Across Devices and Platforms.” While the ubiquity of readily available content in a variety of contexts provides... - October 14, 2009 - Digital Watermarking Alliance
Quality of Life Project Announces October Kickoff of Monthly Speaker Series in Santa Monica
The Quality of Life Forum is a monthly speaker series in which featured guests share the things they do that contribute to their quality of life. The event is managed by The Quality of Life Project, a non profit which interviews people like Richard Branson, Jacqueline Novogratz, Mike Krzyzewski and Tom Skerritt and then shares their best life practices and perspectives with others. - October 14, 2009 - Quality of Life Project
Pastor Paula White and Without Walls International Church Hosts Empowered Conference
Without Walls International Church announced this week that they will play host to the 2009 Empowered Conference Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 through Thursday, October 22nd, 2009 with special guests Pastor Michael Pitts, Pastor Darlene Bishop, Pastor Sheryl Brady, and Stellar Award Winning psalmist... - October 14, 2009 - Without Walls International Church
Terra med Alliance News; U of M Develops Long-Awaited Mouse Model for Infant Leukemia
Terra med Alliance News:The model opens the door to further investigation into a rare and often fatal blood cancer. Terra med Alliance News: Researchers at the University of Minnesota Cancer Center have produced the first genetically-engineered mouse that provides a model of infant acute... - October 14, 2009 - Terramed Alliance
Counterpart International Assists the Disabled People of Georgia with LDS-Donated Wheelchairs
Over one hundred Georgians receive wheelchairs thanks to LDS donation and Counterpart International (Counterpart) distribution. - October 14, 2009 - Counterpart International
US Marine Corps Provides Support to the Orphanages of Georgia with the Help of Counterpart International
Counterpart International (Counterpart) facilitated a donation of clothing and shoes to young orphans - October 14, 2009 - Counterpart International
GRAPA's European Chapter Announces Its 50th Revenue Assurance Training Graduate
Ten members received Bachelors level certification at the London pilot of GRAPA’s ‘Revenue Assurance to the Xtreme’© Training Event. - October 14, 2009 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
Marketing Magician Returns to Portugal
As a consequence of over fifty people attending his Marketing Magician Business Marketing events last May, UK based Marketing Magician, Stefan Drew, is returning to the Algarve with a series of four new business and marketing workshops tailored for Portuguese based businesses. Run in conjunction... - October 14, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
Pillow Talk – Bedroom Linen Care Tips
Tips for properly laundering fall bedding. - October 14, 2009 - Coin Laundry Association
Project Read Makes an Effort to Change the Fate of 21,000 Utah County Residents
Project Read, based in Provo, Utah, has been chosen by Reading Horizons as its featured site for donations. This selection was made based on the efforts Project Read has displayed to reach the 21,000 Utah County residents in need of literacy help. Project Read is a nonprofit organization dedicated... - October 14, 2009 - Reading Horizons
Cayman Islands to Participate in Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles, Oct 26-28th, 2009
The Minister of Health for the Cayman Islands, The Honorable Mark Scotland, and the Honorable W. McKeeva Bush, Minister of Financial Services, Tourism and Development, Cayman Islands will be participating at the upcoming World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, on behalf of the Cayman... - October 14, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Well Known Florida Gold Coin Dealer Now Managing Daily Operations of El Dorado Discount Gold
Steve Forehand to Manage Operation of El Dorado Discount Gold, Inc., a major dealer in Gold and SIlver coins and bullion in the Tampa area. - October 14, 2009 - El Dorado Discount Gold, Inc.
Registration Opens for Product Management Educational Conference (PMEC)
Exclusive Gathering of Product and Brand Managers in the Heart of Silicon Valley. - October 14, 2009 - Association of International Product Marketing & Management
The Womens Challenge Presents a Night of Smooth Jazz to Welcome the DST Ladies
Event Title: The Women’s Challenge Welcomes the Ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. When: Friday, October 23, 2009. Where: Aloft BWI Hotel. Address: 1741 West Nursery Road, Linthicum, Maryland 21090. - October 14, 2009 - The Womens Challenge
What is a Trauma Survivors Group and Why is the Church Interested?
One of the basic miseries of a trauma survivor is their inability to find a listener to tell their experience to who understands what they went through. The group formed at this church provides this need. Why the church must help is explained. - October 14, 2009 - FUMC of Miami ;FL'
Volusia Manufacturers Association First CEO, Lou Fifer, Remembered for His Amazing Contributions
Volusia Manufacturers Association fondly remembers founding CEO/President, Lou Fifer, for his achievements resulting in the strong organization the Volusia Manufacturers Association is today. - October 14, 2009 - Volusia Manufacturers Association- NonProfit Organization
Volunteer Group CANTER New England Helps Retiring Thoroughbreds Find Homes Through the 4th Annual Suffolk Showcase
CANTER New England, a non-profit dedicated Thoroughbred rescue and retirement organization announces that the 4th Annual Suffolk Showcase will be held on 10/25/09. The Showcase helps horses find homes as live racing draws to a close at Suffolk Downs. - October 14, 2009 - CANTER New England
Westchester Business Connection Monster Mash Costume Bash
Westchester Business Connection is hosting a Monster Mash Costume Bash networking event on Tuesday October 20 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm in White Plains. Specifically, the event will be held at the Colonial Mansion Caterers at the Knights of Columbus, 139 N. Broadway, White Plains, New... - October 14, 2009 - The Westchester Business Connection
The Great Shalom Broadcast Goes Worldwide on UCR
The Great Shalom Broadcast, proclaiming that God wants total well-being for all children expands from original Austin, Texas local FM broadcast to worldwide via Universal Christian Radio on satellite. www.greatshalom.org www.universalchristianradio.com - October 13, 2009 - The Great Shalom
The Casey Cares Foundation Recognized Among Top 100 Regional Minority Businesses
The Casey Cares Foundation is proud to announce that Casey Baynes, Founder and Executive Director has been selected to receive the prestigious Top 100 Minority Business® Enterprise Award. In its fourth year, this program is designed to acknowledge and pay tribute to outstanding women and... - October 13, 2009 - Casey Cares Foundation
Two Students Experience Trips of a Lifetime
This summer, Project: Trip of a Lifetime, a newly formed 501(c)(3) organization sent two students on summer teen tours. Both of the students selected had amazing experiences and gained a new perspective of the country. In addition, this organization is fully operated by a group of High School Seniors from Scarsdale, NY. - October 13, 2009 - Project: Trip of a Lifetime
Charles Chubb, Managing Director, WTAS LLC to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on FAS 141R Understanding Fair Value for Business Combinations
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Charles Chubb, Managing Director, WTAS LLC will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “FAS 141R Understanding Fair Value for... - October 13, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
KPMG’s Eve Elgin to Speak at Knowledge Congress’ Live Webcast on Coping with Section 6694 - Tax Preparer Penalties
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts announced today that Evelyn Elgin, Principal, National Tax Office, KPMG LLP will speak at The Knowledge Congress’ upcoming webcast entitled: “Coping with Section 6694 -... - October 13, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Prestigious Speakers Champions to Run at the Area Level
You are warmly invited to join the Toastmasters Area Contest at the beautiful AMIC Horizonte Hotel in Mallorca, Spain. The contest will be between all the best speakers in the Area- the top 2 winners from each club are invited to compete, so a very high level of speakers will be there. - October 13, 2009 - Prestigious Speakers Toastmasters BCN
Prestigious Speakers Found Its Champions of Fun
This year again Prestigious Speakers held its Humorous Speech and Table Topics Contest on Tuesday, September 29th 2009. Short, entertaining and free, a number of speakers tested their excellence in a contest to give the funniest five- to seven-minute speech or one- to two-minute impromptu... - October 13, 2009 - Prestigious Speakers Toastmasters BCN
Newberry Dazzles Winter Haven During First Public Campaign Appearance
Newberry makes an impressive showing in first public campaign appearance for Florida House District 66 in Winter Haven. - October 13, 2009 - Friends of Newberry for Florida House - District 66
The Washington DC Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. Present Fashion is Life, Hosted by Evolution Look’s Paul Wharton
Annual Fashion Show, Luncheon, and Jazz Concert Celebrating 56 Years of Service to Children and Youth. - October 12, 2009 - Tigerlily Foundation
Over $46,000 Raised at Riverside (CA) Humane Society Pet Adoption Center’s 12th Annual Comedy Night
A Riverside couple who are long-time supporters of the society and two business owners were presented special awards. A Temecula resident won the Las Vegas entertainment raffle prize. - October 12, 2009 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
New Study Reveals How Firms Are Preparing to Retain Workers as Economy Improves
i4cp study shows communication, cost-cutting and engagement issues play a role in talent retention. - October 12, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Jean Smart Helps Raise Hope and Funds for Brain Cancer Cure
Hundreds gather to raise funds to end brain cancer. - October 12, 2009 - Chris Elliott Fund for Glioblastoma Brain Cancer Research
Lebanon Church to Offer Free Technical Seminars
Pittsburgh, PA area church planning to offer free online technical resources and training. - October 12, 2009 - Lebanon Church
LatPro to Host Phoenix Diversity Job Fair Event in November
The final installment of LatPro’s National Diversity Job Fair Series will visit the Crowne Plaza Hotel at Phoenix Airport November 3. - October 11, 2009 - LatPro Inc.
Icy Williams to Spearhead National Initiative for Small Business Sustainability
Icy L. Williams, former Corporate Supplier Diversity leader at Procter & Gamble, is serving as chairperson of the National Sustainability Coalition. The nonprofit initiative brings together an impressive group of environmental engineer/scientists, business development professionals and... - October 11, 2009 - National Sustainability Coalition
SITM and GRAPA Address Asian Revenue Assurance at Communique ’09: Asian Telecoms Seminar
GRAPA Addresses Regional Telecoms Leaders on Revenue Assurance’s Role in ‘Connecting Asia,’ as well as Post-Downturn Telecoms Management in India and beyond - October 11, 2009 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
TiECon Midwest 2009 Announces Josh Linkner as a Keynote Speaker
Josh Linkner will be Keynote speaker at TiECon Midwest 2009. - October 11, 2009 - TiE Detroit
TiE Detroit Announces the 50 Finalists for the TiE20 Midwest Industry Awards
TiE Detroit Announces the 50 Finalists from more than 1,000 Nominations for the TiE20 Midwest Industry Awards to be Awarded at TiECon Midwest 2009. Public Invited to Vote. - October 11, 2009 - TiE Detroit
TiE Detroit Announces Subhendu Guha as Keynote Speaker for TiECon Midwest 2009
Subhendu Guha, the leading inventor of flexible solar shingles will be Keynote Speaker at TiECon Midwest 2009. - October 11, 2009 - TiE Detroit
LTS LeaderBoard of St. Louis (LTSSTL) Announces the Hiring of Bill Hippert to the Position of Manager, Business Development
Greg Busch of LTS LeaderBoard of St. Louis announces the hiring of Bill Hippert to the position of Manager, Business Development. His duties will include increased growth in the areas of fundraising golf tournaments and special events, as well as the corporate event industry. “We are excited... - October 11, 2009 - LTS LeaderBoard of St. Louis
IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud Congratulated President Obama on Winning Prestigious Noble Peace Prize
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud congratulatory message for President Obama on his landmark winning of Noble Peace Prize. Dr. Naseer hoped that Arab world will feel the real essence of “peace” under visionary guidance of President Obama. - October 11, 2009 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Motorcoach Council Partners with More Than 66 Motorcoach Operators to Promote Educational Outreach Campaign
In the past year, more than 66 Founding Partner motorcoach charter companies from all regions of the U.S. got engaged with the Council to combine their resources and influence for the first time in history, to market the industry as a whole to the consumer, using one voice to consistently deliver their mission and message. Coach operators can retain their own branding and identity while participating in the campaign, and display full, partial or bumper coach wraps to promote the initiative. - October 11, 2009 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Motorcoach Council Partners Collaborate to Kick-Start Campaign
In the recent months, a growing number of Founding Partners have collaborated with the Council to co-sponsor and market the Motorcoach Counci's public awareness campaign, and develop a consumer website www.GetMotorcoachified.com, and related campaign graphics to be displayed on as many of the estimated 35,000 motorcoaches - ‘rolling billboards’ – as will participate. - October 11, 2009 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Chamber Recognized for Energy Saving Efforts
The Androscoggin County Chamber of Commerce has been honored by Efficiency Maine for its part in promoting and encouraging County businesses to adopt energy efficient practices and equipment. - October 11, 2009 - Efficiency Maine
New Online Resource for Shark Conservation Efforts
Certification Program Adds Online Resources to Raise Awareness of Shark Conservation - October 11, 2009 - COARE (The Center for Oceanic Awareness, Research, and Education)
EnerNOC’s Monitoring-Based Commissioning Solution Named Platts Global Energy Awards Finalist for Commercial Technology of the Year
EnerNOC, Inc. (Nasdaq: ENOC), a leading provider of clean and intelligent energy solutions, announced today that EnerNOC’s Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx) energy efficiency solution has been named a finalist in the 11th Annual Platts Global Energy Awards in the Commercial Technology of... - October 10, 2009 - EnerNOC, Inc.
Home Energy Audit Can Uncover Energy-Usage Inefficiencies
Pro Energy Consultant Franchise Owner Dan Paulovich recently opened his home energy auditing business in the Birmingham-area. Audit offers an objective analysis of a home’s energy efficiency and solutions to any home discomforts. Acting as an “energy adviser,” he’ll teach homeowners how to save energy and reduce energy costs. - October 10, 2009 - Pro Energy Consultants
Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® Offers Investment and Financial Analysis Course
John Wood, president of the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS® (RRAR) (www.rrar.com), has announced that RRAR along with the Triangle International Council of REALTORS® (TICOR) will be hosting a Certified International Property Specialist designation course titled “Investment... - October 10, 2009 - RRAR
Gov. Bev Perdue Among Women Leaders on Steering Committee for Women on Board Launch Event
Women on Board (www.nccwps.org), a program of the North Carolina Center for Women in Public Service, has announced the steering committee for the upcoming launch event to be held Thursday, Oct. 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Meredith College Massey House. The steering committee includes Gov. Bev... - October 10, 2009 - Women On Board