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GAPA Strongly Condemns Anti-Immigrant Executive Orders
The Gay Asian Pacific Alliance (GAPA) strongly condemns the anti-immigrant and xenophobic Executive Orders issued last week by President Trump. The orders (1) revive the “Secure Communities” immigration enforcement program, which was previously criticized for promoting racial profiling... - February 01, 2017 - Gay Asian Pacific Alliance
February is New Home Kits for Foster Care Kids Month – Will You Get Involved?
“Children often leave their current foster care homes with little to no possessions of their own,” said Oliver Roy, founder and Executive Director, The Linner Foundation. “This adds a significant level of stress to an already highly uncertain situation for these young children. We can all help ease some of their fears by providing them with a simple gift of toiletries and grooming items that solely belong to them as they transition to a new home.” - February 01, 2017 - Get Involved Company
ASPIRA Improves Students’ Motivation to Stay in Olney Charter High School
Olney Charter High School's graduation rate dramatically improved after ASPIRA Inc of Pennsylvania began administration. The graduation rate calculation has changed since the public school converted to a charter school. Student motivation has also changed, according to the data. - January 29, 2017 - ASPIRA Inc of PA
Partnership for Dads Presents the 17th Annual Fathers Conference
Partnership for Dads hosts 17th Annual Fathers Conference - "Recognizing the Modern Dad" with keynote address by award winning WDET News Director Jerome Vaughn. They will explore the new standard for dads and what this means for the lives of their children, families, and on society as a whole. - January 28, 2017 - Partnership for Dads
AFRIKIN: Reggae Brunch Series Spearheads North Miami Revitalization
This spring, socially conscious event production company, AFRIKIN, will introduce a live music and brunch series to trendy North Miami. AFRIKIN: Reggae Brunch will be hosted every first Sunday of the month at North Miami’s newest eatery, Café Crème, and will include a lineup of... - January 25, 2017 - AFRIKIN®
Walker's Legacy Launches the Prospectus Online Business Accelerator
The professional collective for women of color launches its 9-week business development-training program to aid aspiring and existing business women of color in advancing their business operations. - January 20, 2017 - Walker's Legacy
Author & Illustrator Maple Lam Featuring Her Latest Publication My Little Sister & Me
The Friends of Crowell Public Library Meet the Authors Series; Thursday February 23rd 7:00 p.m. - January 20, 2017 - Crowell Public Library
Igor Iankovskyi: How to Reinvent the Innovative Potential of Ukrainians
In every innovative society it is not enough to just see and evaluate your own potential - you need to know how to it implements effectively. - January 16, 2017 - Igor Iankovskyi Charity Foundation
National Autism Registry Receives Grant for Training Adults with Autism
The National Autism Registry (NARY) of Palm Beach has announced a $24,984 Grant from West Palm Beach-based health funder Quantum Foundation to increase employability for adults with autism and other special needs through increased health and hygiene knowledge. People with autism and other... - January 14, 2017 - The Chocolate Spectrum
Our Lives Projected: The San Diego Jewish Film Festival Launches Their 27th Season
February 8-19, 2017 - January 12, 2017 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
UPI’s Summer Program Will Benefit Phoenix Students
The African American Forum, Employee Resource Group at State Farm Supports 2017 UPI STEAM Program - January 12, 2017 - UPI Education
Miami Event Calls for Healing Our Nation
Afrikin hosts the first of a series of discussions and live music events to address condition of the African diaspora. - January 11, 2017 - AFRIKIN®
Austin-Startup to Bring Next Generation of Fundraising to Nonprofits
Get Involved Company receives funding to bring the next-generation of crowdfunding-type campaigns to nonprofits and social good organizations. The company's all-in-one software solution enables supporters to donate money, volunteer, give wish list items, and social share so 100% of would-be supporters can get involved and the nonprofit gains on many fronts. - January 06, 2017 - Get Involved Company
ASPIRA Schools Prove the Benefits of Bilingual Education
Two Philadelphia charter schools may prove the bilingual education model advances student learning and development. State test scores and social observation show better overall performance among students at two bilingual schools teaching the same population as their single-language counterparts. - December 18, 2016 - ASPIRA Inc of PA
5th Annual Evening of Excellence Beauty Expo and Party Hosted by Fayetteville Plastic Surgery Specialists to be Bigger Than Ever
Biggest Beauty and Aesthetics Celebration in North Carolina Happening January 27, 2017. - December 16, 2016 - Fayetteville Plastic Surgery Specialists
EcoArt Support for Refugees, Human Rights
EcoArt from Civiliti Champions helps the Refugee Crisis, supporting Human Rights Non-Profits. Utilizing original EcoArt - from Naked Nature Photography to actual African Masks ... from Brazilian Jazz to Indigenous Sculptures - Civiliti provides a global vehicle to economically support both the... - December 11, 2016 - Civiliti Corporation
Teen Global Education Launches New Summer Enrichment Program in Spain
Teen Global Education, an educational organization specializing in month-long (July), boutique, culturally-immersive, summer enrichment programs for teenagers in Europe, is pleased to announce the opening of a second program in Girona, Spain: SGE Summer School (www.sgesummerschool.com) - December 04, 2016 - Teen Global Education
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles Presents DocuSlate in Partnership with the International Documentary Association (IDA)
Join NewFilmmakers Los Angeles on December 3rd as they present the first annual DocuSlate Documentary Film Festival in Partnership with the International Documentary Association. - December 02, 2016 - NewFilmmakers Los Angeles
Et Cultura Festival of Art, Music, Film and Interactive in St. Petersburg, FL
Art, music, and film festival, Et Cultura, took place in downtown St. Petersburg November 16-20. - November 29, 2016 - Et Cultura
Chanukah Wonderland and Concert
Chabad @ the Beaches Celebrates 14th Chanukah With Something for Everyone Chanukah Wonderland Concert, Craft & Fun Fair, Giant Menorah Lighting, Community Festivities Chabad @ the Beaches is gearing up for their largest Chanukah event ever -- taking Chanukah to a whole new level this year! - November 29, 2016 - Chabad @ the Beches
Artlightenment 8th Annual Festival Brilliantly Illuminates Nashville Talent
Eighth Annual multi-media art and film festival, Artlightenment, was a smash success in highlighting local as well as International artists. - November 20, 2016 - Artlightenment
Miami's Afrikin Fest Shifts Focus to Hurricane Relief
Afrikin Fest to implement festival donation drive for hurricane survivors in Haiti. - November 12, 2016 - AFRIKIN®
Native American Community to Join As One Unity Event During National Anthem at Div. I College Basketball Game
The Student Athletes from the Nevada Women’s Basketball Team are planning an As One Unity Event where they will be joining with the Native American community of Northern Nevada during The National Anthem prior to their game on November 11, 2016 at the Lawlor Event Center in Reno, Nevada. The... - November 09, 2016 - As One
Artlightenment Festival Hosts Artists’ Tea
Eighth Annual Multi-media Art and Film Festival, Artlightenment, held its annual artists’ tea and pre-show workshop. - November 05, 2016 - Artlightenment
On a Mission of Civiliti ... See Things Differently... People Equally
With a uniquely new "self-sustainable" business model, Civiliti launches its Indiegogo Campaign today utilizing EcoArt to support environmental sustainability and human rights non-profits directly. African masks and sculptures, photography, painting, music and other original artisan works... - November 02, 2016 - Civiliti Corporation
Global Village Market to be Held at Littleton United Methodist Church
The local United Methodist Church in Littleton, CO announced today that it will offer fair trade items for sale November 11 and 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and November 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - November 02, 2016 - Littleton United Methodist Church
Adult Swim: Cocktails & Cosmonauts on Saturday, Nov. 19
Get Your Hands on Real Moon Rocks, Experience Space through Virtual Reality, and Meet a Microscopic Water Bear at the Museum’s Next Adult Swim: Cocktails & Cosmonauts on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 7-10pm - November 02, 2016 - Hands On Children's Museum
Talent Lineup Announced for Miami's Afrikin Fest
Jah9, Dr. Sonia Sanchez, Tiken Jah Fakoly and Mutabaruka among roster of talent scheduled to participate in Afrikin Fest. - November 02, 2016 - AFRIKIN®
Et Cultura Festival and Daddy Kool Records to Screen Nerdland Featuring Paul Rudd
Et Cultura film, interactive, music and art festival and Daddy Kool Records present a screening of Nerdland, the first theatrical screening in Pinellas County. - October 28, 2016 - Et Cultura
New: Sea Life MOVA® Globe
After receiving endless requests, the new Sea Life MOVA Globe is finally here. The Sea Life MOVA Globe is the first-ever MOVA Globe to feature an underwater seascape design. This vivacious design allows you to explore the treasures of the sea in the comfort of your home. Follow the lively marine life through the deep blue sea and cotton candy-colored sky as the globe rotates on its own in ambient light. - October 27, 2016 - MOVA International
Et Cultura Announces Initial Lineup of Art, Music, Film and Interactive Festival Participants
Five day art, music, and film festival, Et Cultura, to take place in downtown St. Petersburg in November, has announced some of the artists and presenters in its lineup. - October 27, 2016 - Et Cultura
Pinstripe Marketing Among Initial Founders of Et Cultura Film, Art, Music, and Interactive Festival
The inaugural Et Cultura Film, Art, Music, and Interactive Festival will be held November 16-20, 2016 in downtown St. Petersburg, FL. - October 26, 2016 - Et Cultura
Singing River Chorale to Present Free Christmas Concerts Dec. 3 & 4
Concerts in Gulfport and Pascagoula to feature works by Bach, Rutter and will include brass, tympani and organ. - October 25, 2016 - Singing River Chorale
USS Lexington Museum Unveils First F9F-8 Cougar Painted Pink in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness
Disney Paint Trick Used on First Ever Pink F9F-8 Cougar - October 19, 2016 - USS Lexington
Fine Motor City a la MindBloom Preschool, Debuts at the National Building Museum Big Build Festival
MindBloom Preschool hosts unique interactive children's building stations at the National Building Museum Big Build festival on October 15, 2016 in Washington, DC. - October 18, 2016 - MindBloom Preschool
Artlightenment 2016 Art and Film Festival Coming in November
Eighth Annual Multi-media Art and Film Festival Slated for November 10-12. - October 08, 2016 - Artlightenment
22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair Presented by the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture Read Juvintation Day
San Diego’s internationally recognized San Diego Jewish Book Fair celebrates its 22nd year with an intriguing mix of more than 30 leading authors. This year’s lineup strikes a balance of arts and intellect, ideas and imagination, history and humor, and also will include spirited discussions about cyber wars, politics, the economy and the military. - September 30, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair Presented by the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture Foodies at the Farm at Leichtag Commons
San Diego’s internationally recognized San Diego Jewish Book Fair celebrates its 22nd year with an intriguing mix of more than 30 leading authors in their fields including: Jennifer Weiner, Rich Cohen, Shep Gordon, Samuel M. Katz, Todd Buchholz, Dov Waxman, Daniel Oppenheimer, Nina Tassler, Peter Himmelman and Fred Kaplan. This year’s lineup strikes a balance of arts and intellect, ideas and imagination, history and humor, and also will include spirited discussions about cyber wars. - September 29, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
“Over The Edge” Rappelling Event Kickoff Party at The Heights Center
The Heights Foundation will host a kickoff party for their “Over The Edge” rappelling event on Wednesday, October 5 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at The Heights Center, 15570 Hagie Drive in Fort Myers. The event is free and open to the public. Complimentary beer, sangria and soft drinks will be provided. Attendees will have the opportunity to try on rappelling equipment, ask questions, view rappelling videos and register to go Over The Edge. - September 28, 2016 - The Heights Foundation
National Museum of African American History and Culture Visits MindBloom Preschool
The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) teaches a local Washington, DC immersion language preschool a few lessons on diversity and inclusion and the importance of making a difference in the world. - September 27, 2016 - MindBloom Preschool
Together Empowering Asian Minds (TEAM) Launches National Public Awareness Campaign
Together Empowering Asian Minds (TEAM) is pleased to announce the launch of a National Public Awareness campaign on Asian American mental health. “We believe by engaging, educating, and empowering key stakeholders, TEAM can transform how Asian American women and their loved ones perceive... - September 26, 2016 - Together Empowering Asian Minds (TEAM)
A Preview Event Launches 22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair with New York Times Bestselling Author Jennifer Weiner
To launch San Diego’s internationally recognized, 22nd Annual, San Diego Jewish Book Fair, a preview event will be held on Thursday, October 20th with #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner, author of soon-to-be-released, "Hungry Heart: Adventures in Life, Love, and Writing. - September 25, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
Suncoast Credit Union Foundation Awards $25,000 Grant to The Heights Foundation
The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation has awarded The Heights Foundation a grant of $25,000 for School Success Programs at The Heights Center. The grant provides funding support to The Center’s After School and Summer Camp programs for at-risk kids in the Harlem Heights... - September 24, 2016 - The Heights Foundation
Performance Art Event About Louis Kahn's Artistic Path from Medieval Estonia to Roosevelt Island
Performance art show celebrating the works of an Estonian-born American architect Louis Kahn. Five New York-based artists will explore how our physical surrounding can change artistic perception. - September 24, 2016 - The Foundation for Estonian Arts and Letters
Explore Liquid Nitrogen, Homebrew, Cheese, and Bugs at the Museum’s Adult Swim: Science of Eats - Sept 30
Hands On Children’s Museum is once again offering playtime for adults at the museum with Adult Swim: Science of Eats – Friday, Sept 30 from 7-10 p.m. The late night event for adults 21+ is a chance to sample local bites & brews and learn about the science behind the foods we eat. - September 22, 2016 - Hands On Children's Museum
Counter Terrorism, Economics, Cyber Attacks and Politics at the Highly Anticipated 22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair Saturday, October 29 – Sunday, November 6, 2016
San Diego’s internationally recognized San Diego Jewish Book Fair celebrates its 22nd year with an intriguing mix of more than 30 leading authors in their fields including: Jennifer Weiner, Rich Cohen, Shep Gordon, Samuel M. Katz, Todd Buchholz, Dov Waxman, Daniel Oppenheimer, Nina Tassler, Peter Himmelman and Fred Kaplan. - September 19, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
Lend a Hand Uganda Hosts Poker Tournament to Raise Money for Orphans in Uganda: All Funds Raised Will Kick-off The Organization’s Ginger Farm Project in Butambala
On Thursday September 29th, Lend a Hand Uganda USA (LAHU-USA) will be hosting its’ Second Annual Poker Tournament at Black Label Wines to raise money to kick-off their Ginger Farm Project in Butambala outside the Kampala region in Uganda. - September 14, 2016 - Lend a Hand Uganda USA
The Initiators of "The Summer Cinema Camp of Peace" Together with the Patron Igor Iankovskyi Summed Up the Charity Project
In Kiev, "Ukrainian Crisis Media Center" held a press conference devoted to summarizing children's charity project "The summer cinema camp of peace." - September 11, 2016 - Igor Iankovskyi Charity Foundation
Artlightenment Festival Announces 2016 Theme
Artlightenment takes place in November at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville and organizers have just announced theme for the 2016 event. - September 09, 2016 - Artlightenment
Ballet Arts of Austin Welcomes Students Aged 3 to Adult for Inaugural Year of Superb Classical Ballet Training
Ballet Arts of Austin is a new ballet academy on West Anderson Lane in Austin, Texas. Founded by Lori Bodine Benold, formerly of San Francisco Ballet, the school opened its doors in April 2016. Professional faculty provide all students with a strong foundation in Russian-based classical ballet technique and artistry. Ballet Arts will host an Open House on Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. - September 09, 2016 - Ballet Arts of Austin