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Peachy Canyon Winery Takes Paso Robles Wine to Cuba
Paso Robles, California winery is invited to participate in an international wine symposium held in Havana, Cuba, to celebrate the recent lifting of the US-Cuba trade and travel embargo. - January 27, 2016 - Peachy Canyon Winery
Rugs with a Cause Visit DFW Area
Fair & Square Imports is the only store in Texas hosting a Fair Trade Oriental Rug Event in 2016. One weekend only February 4-7, this event aims to change the way rugs are made and sold, featuring rugs that provide opportunity and security directly to artisans! - January 23, 2016 - Fair & Square Imports
Adirondack White Out Weekend Schedule Announced
A two-day winter festival held on President's weekend in the western Adirondack community of Clifton-Fine has released it’s full schedule. Main events will be underway Saturday, February 13th and Sunday, February 14th with a small, evening kickoff in Wanakena, NY on Friday, February... - January 23, 2016 - Adirondack White Out Weekend
Tennessee United for Human Rights Taking It to the Next Level in 2016
2015 saw the formation of Tennessee United for Human Rights, and in 2016 the organization is planning to take it to another level. - January 02, 2016 - Tennessee United for Human Rights
International Institute for the Welfare of Humanity (IIWH) Publishes The Other Manifesto for Mankind
Washington-based International Institute for the Welfare of Humanity publishes a manifesto with people values and principles, The Other Manifesto (theothermanifesto.org). Director Pedro Vandenhenft: "'The Other Manifesto' is the result of 12 years of research among a number of international... - December 28, 2015 - IIWH LLC
Bethany Arts Community Announces Launch
Mission to create a space and environment where the many forms of art can be learned, produced, and flourish. - December 23, 2015 - Bethany Arts Community
Center for Family Relations Awarded Grant from The Texas Bar Foundation
The Center for Family Relations has been awarded a $5,000 grant for the Supervised Visitation Program from the Texas Bar Foundation. Supervised visits allow children to have access to non-custodial parents in a safe environment that is effectively monitored and documented by another adult. This... - December 11, 2015 - Center for Family Relations
Independent Black School Launches in Columbia, SC
Concerned parents launch independent Black school in Columbia, SC as a part of a global African-centered independent school district. - December 04, 2015 - Uhuru Academy FW
Donations Needed for “Operation Christmas Care” for Area Children
The Heights Center and Gladiolus Learning and Development Center are seeking organizations and individuals to participate in the annual Harlem Heights Community Gift Drive. Local residents, businesses and philanthropic groups are asked to donate new, unwrapped gifts for local children. Gifts are... - November 29, 2015 - The Heights Foundation
Artlightenment Dazzles Music City with 7th Annual Art Show and Film Festival
Artlightenment has just wrapped its 7th annual festival, this year themed “Music City Mystique,” at the Church of Scientology and Celebrity Centre Nashville. - November 26, 2015 - Artlightenment
South Florida Nonprofit Seeks to Provide 52 Scholarships for Students in Jamaica
Education Gateway Foundation seeks assistance in providing 52 scholarships for students in Jamaica. The scholarships are provided to students in the rural area. They receive vouchers for textbooks and school uniforms to alleviate financial stress on families in the area. - November 25, 2015 - Education Gateway Foundation
Sweden Makes Music – Free Showcase Featuring Sweden’s Newest Crop of Pop Stars
The Consulate General of Sweden in New York and Export Music Sweden present an exclusive Brooklyn showcase curated by Grandins Flying Circus featuring some of the newest and brightest stars of Swedish pop at Baby's All Right in Williamsburg on Tuesday, December 8. The evening will feature live... - November 24, 2015 - Consulate General of Sweden
Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Adds Seven Board Members
Greenwich, Old Greenwich, Pound Ridge, Ridgefield, Stamford and Weston residents bring a wealth of corporate and nonprofit expertise. - November 21, 2015 - Fairfield County's Community Foundation
Fairfield County’s Giving Day Returns on March 10, 2016 "Give Where You Live" Event is Set to Break Records in Community Giving
Fairfield County’s Community Foundation announced today that registration is open for the third annual Fairfield County’s Giving Day. Nonprofits may visit FCGives.org to register. New this year-organizations that register by December 16th will be entered into a $1,000 grant... - November 18, 2015 - Fairfield County's Community Foundation
Eastern National Announces Leadership Transition Plan
Eastern National announces leadership changes. Dr. G. Jay Gogue, Board Chair, has stepped down as Board Chair and will remain a board member. George Minnucci, who served as CEO since 2008, has been named Board Chair. John F. Ryan, Chief Administration Officer, has been appointed Secretary-Treasurer of the Association. He will continue to serve in his current role as Chief Administration Officer. Kevin C. Kissling has assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer. - November 15, 2015 - Eastern National
Save Our Cemeteries Announces Final Lecture of 2015 Series
“Taken To The Grave: Lesser Known Tombs In The St. Louis Cemeteries” a Lecture by Sally Asher - November 06, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter Raises Over $15,000 for Their Annual Friends of Monique Fundraiser
Over 80 team members will walk in the Light the Night Walk on November 7, 2015 in memory of Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter Teen, Monique Williams. - November 06, 2015 - Jack and Jill of America - Mid-Hudson Valley Chapter
Father of Slain Reporter to Host Townhall Meetings in Baltimore and Washington, DC
Kenneth McClenton, father of slain 27 year old community news reporter Charnice Milton, will host Townhall Assemblies in Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC to discuss “solutions not problems” regarding the unprecedented increase in unresolved homicides, missing persons and exploited children in Urban America. - November 04, 2015 - The Open Heart Close Case Campaign
SLS Publications Announces Partnership with echelon Continuing Health Education Provider
SLS Publications®, LLC announces a new partnership with echelon® Education to deliver high-quality e-learning and information resources to enhance professional development in the healthcare industry. - November 03, 2015 - SLS Publications, LLC
"Natural, Relaxed & Beyond...Our Hair…Our Stories Hair Show”
Eta Nu Sigma is offering to the public a multicultural educational show that will highlight some of the newest and most advanced approach to the professional market in salon retailing, education, and distribution. Eta Nu Sigma Alumnae Chapter believes that professionalism and education are essential to the continued success and growth of the industry. - October 27, 2015 - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated
French Language Immersion School for Children to Expand Into All-Ages French Cultural Center
Thanks to the drawing power of Michigan State University and the booming manufacturing, agricultural and retail industries, Mid-Michigan has become a multicultural mecca in recent years. Communities based around incoming Asian, Indian, Latino, and Afro-Caribbean groups have flourished, enriching... - October 25, 2015 - Aux Petits Soins, LLC
Bay Area Ultra-Runner Acts on Global Issue - Clean Water
The 7th annual Running For The Wells 6k/10k race will be held on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2015 in San Francisco's Crissy Field and we would like you to join us by registering here: http://www.runningforthewells.org/ 100% of proceeds will go towards building clean water wells for villagers in Uganda. There will be lots of free giveaways and a raffle along with breakfast food for each registrant. - October 24, 2015 - Running For The Wells
Victor Talking Machine Co. Revives, Returns to Camden
Victor Talking Machine Co. Label Group returns to Camden County building its new headquarters in Berlin, NJ. - October 24, 2015 - Radio Corporation of America
31 Artists Won a Spot at the Miami Photo Salon, an Event Created by the Cuban American Phototheque Foundation
Miami Photo Salon at Spectrum Art Show released the list of artists participating in the exhibit, that grants a $2500 Gran Prix Best Image every year. The Salon will be taking place inside the famous Art Fair next December 2-6, during the world renowned Miami Art Week in Midtown Miami, simultaneous to Art Basel in Miami Beach. - October 23, 2015 - Cuban American Phototheque Foundation
Composers and Schools in Concert and the Game Audio Institute Team Up to Involve High School Music Students in Scoring for Games
Composers and Schools in Concert (CSIC), a nationwide nonprofit organization that connects professional composers with high school music students, has teamed up with the Game Audio Institute to sponsor a Game Audio Intensive Workshop Sunday November 1st, 2015 in New York at the Institute of Audio... - October 18, 2015 - Composers and Schools in Concert
Artlightenment Festival Announces Several Seminars to Help Artists This Year
Artlightenment takes place in November at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville and organizers have just announced a seminar line-up to help artists. - October 17, 2015 - Artlightenment
Artlightenment Festival Announces Pre-Show Seminar for Artists
Artlightenment takes place in November at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville and organizers have just announced a pre-show seminar to help artists. - October 10, 2015 - Artlightenment
Charles Weidman Dance Foundation's NYPL Preservation Project
The Charles Weidman Dance Foundation and the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts take steps to digitize and preserve the Weidman moving image archive in the Jerome Robbins Dance Division at Lincoln Center. - October 09, 2015 - The Charles Weidman Dance Foundation, Inc.
People to People International Announces New Travel Provider for Immersive Travel Programs
People to People International (PTPI) is proud to announce a new licensed travel provider in 2016 to replace previous provider Ambassadors Group, Inc., of Spokane, Washington, USA, which announced on July 13 that it will cease operations by the end of 2015. PTPI has secured the continuation of its... - October 02, 2015 - People to People International
New Bilingual Book, "Get to Know Your Parks/Conozca sus Parques," Encourages Kids to Visit National Parks
Eastern National is pleased to announce the release of a new publication, "Get to Know Your Parks/ Conozca sus Parques." Written in English and Spanish, the book encourages young people to visit and learn about America’s national parks. Beautifully illustrated with images from a... - September 27, 2015 - Eastern National
"Hellmira" Civil War Prison Camp Reconstruction Underway
Friends of Elmira Civil War Prison Camp is excited to announce the start of a reconstruction project that hopes to bring a historical tourist attraction to the region. - September 25, 2015 - Friends of Elmira Civil War Prison Camp
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 17, 2015 - The Heights Foundation
Pen and Brush Unveils First Exhibit and Publications Since Re-Launch, as New Headquarters Opens in New York City’s Flatiron District This October
121-year old Arts Organization Showcases Exceptional Work by Female Artists and Writers in New State-of-the-Art Facility. - September 12, 2015 - Pen and Brush
Save Our Cemeteries Announces “Mourning In Louisiana” Tour
SOC Partners with Louisiana Landmarks Society for Unique 19th Century Mourning and Interment Customs Tour. - September 12, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries
Fayetteville Plastic Surgery Specialists Now Offers VISIA™ Complexion Analysis
Customized anti-aging treatments based on skin feature analysis made possible by VISIA™. - September 11, 2015 - Fayetteville Plastic Surgery Specialists
The National Maritime Historical Society Honors Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne
The National Maritime Historical Society is privileged to announce that Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne will be the guest of honor at the 2015 Gala Annual Awards Dinner on October 29, 2015 at the New York Yacht Club. Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, Princess Anne will... - September 10, 2015 - National Maritime Historical Society
Lifestyle Company with Social Mission Invents Thermal Flask, Launched on Kickstarter
Nisnas Industries, a social business making lifestyle and bike gear, launched a Kickstarter campaign for their new “thermal flask,” which provides superior insulation for hot or cold beverages without sacrificing beauty. The campaign has taken off, raising nearly $50,000 in the first week--double their goal. The Kickstarter will not only fund the production of the Kole, but 20% of Nisnas’ profits go to fighting income inequality with Israelis and Palestinians. - September 05, 2015 - Nisnas Industries
Artlightenment Festival Announces 2015 Theme
Artlightenment takes place in November at the Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville and organizers have just announced theme for the 2015 event. - September 05, 2015 - Artlightenment
New Smithsonian Institute Secretary and CEO to Speak in Phoenix
Dr. Skorton is 13th Secretary and First Physician in Smithsonian’s 169 year history. - September 04, 2015 - Sandra Day O'Connor Institute
Save Our Cemeteries Announces “Tombs By Twilight” Tour
Non-profit to Provide Exclusive Evening Tour of New Orleans Historic St. Louis Cemetery No. 1. - September 03, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries
Crystal Skillman and Steve DiUbaldo Receive The Clifford Odets Ensemble Play Commission for The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute®
Shaun Peknic, of Once the Musical, and David Mendizabal receive The Lee Strasberg Directing Fellowship. - August 29, 2015 - The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute
O’Connor Institute SAFE Action Project Now Offers Unique Online Training
Child Sex Trafficking Intervention Key Objective for SAFEActionProject.org. - August 20, 2015 - Sandra Day O'Connor Institute
Bank of America Awards $7,500 Grant to The Heights Foundation
Bank of America has awarded a grant of $7,500 for general operating support to The Heights Foundation. The grant provides vital funding support to The Foundation that builds strong-self-sufficient families in the Harlem Heights neighborhood. “The poverty level for families in Harlem Heights... - August 20, 2015 - The Heights Foundation
Save Our Cemeteries to Participate in Katrina 10 Citywide Day of Service
Non-profit to Perform Clean-up of New Orleans’ Historic Lafayette Cemetery No. 2 - August 14, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries
Rappellers to Go “Over The Edge” to Support The Heights Foundation
Eighty people can check rappelling down 17 stories off their bucket lists this fall. The fundraiser, benefiting The Heights Foundation and The Heights Center, will take place Friday, October 23 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 24, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at The Hyatt... - August 14, 2015 - The Heights Foundation
Dr. Edward Dickerson, MD Offers Non-Surgical Radiofrequency Procedures in Fayetteville, NC
Dr. Edward Dickerson, MD, directs Fayetteville Plastic Surgery Specialists, a center of excellence providing non-invasive and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures such as ThermiTight, ThermiVa, ThermiSmooth, and ThermiDry. - August 14, 2015 - Fayetteville Plastic Surgery Specialists
Save Our Cemeteries Continues "Open Tombs" Project at Valence Street Cemetery
Non-profit Combats Vandalism at a Second Historic New Orleans Cemetery. - August 13, 2015 - Save Our Cemeteries
Popularity of Japanese Martial Art Aikido Extends to Monterey Park
With over 1.5 million active practitioners around the world, Aikido, a Japanese martial art founded by Morihei Ueshiba in the 1920s, is one of the more popular martial arts in the globe. With the opening of Southland Aikido School in April 2015, the city of Monterey Park now features a fully... - August 12, 2015 - Southland Aikido
“Toledo’s Innovators, Industry, and Immigrants" Lecture Series
The Maumee Valley Historical Society is proud to announce its 2015 history lecture series, “Toledo’s Innovators, Industry, and Immigrants.” Speakers include Donna Christian, MA; Larry Michaels, PhD; Barbara Floyd, MA; Renee Jayne, MA; Shirley Green, PhD; Jacqueline... - August 12, 2015 - Maumee Valley Historical Society
Eastern National Announces the 2016 Passport To Your National Parks® Photo Contest
Eastern National is pleased to announce the 2016 Passport To Your National Parks® Photo Contest. The contest is open to active National Park Service employees and Volunteers-In-Parks (VIPs). Ten winning national park photos will be featured on the 2016 Passport To Your National Parks®... - August 12, 2015 - Eastern National