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Oakland Digital Arts & Literacy Center: New Source of Inspiration and Practical Training
Oakland has long been recognized as the birthplace, growing-up place or residence of artists and social visionaries. Just a few are actors Tom Hanks and Clint Eastwood, architects Julia Morgan and Bernard Maybeck; authors Amy Tan and Jack London. The founders of the Oakland Digital Arts &... - November 22, 2009 - Oakland Digital Arts & Literacy Center
The Wellness Community Seeks Participants for New Support Program for Breast Cancer Patients and Loved Ones
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura is seeking participants for a new program of support and education called “CAREing & COPEing.” This exciting 4-week program, beginning January 12, 2010, will provide education and support to people with breast cancer and loved ones. Each week a... - November 22, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
NAWBO San Diego December Seminar Focuses on Leadership
Dr. Helen Eckmann will present "Women, Power, Authority and Leadership" on Dec. 11 from noon to 1 p.m. as part of NAWBO San Diego's seminar series. - November 22, 2009 - NAWBO San Diego
SpaSally is Making Spas Fun and Affordable
SpaSally is making spas fun and affordable with SpaSally's Free Spa Parties and the new site 25Tuesdays.com. The free spa parties give spa-goer a chance to try out a new spa each month for free. If you can't get to the party, 25Tuesdays.com has a new NYC spa offering a $25 spa deal each week. - November 22, 2009 - SpaSally.com
IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud Observed UN Universal Children Day
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud’ message on UN Universal Children Day. Dr. Naseer Homoud urged the community to stand with children basic rights so that the future assets are preserved. - November 22, 2009 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
“Impunity in India” – An Evening of Reflection and Hopeful Projection
In conjunction with Trinity University’s Students Creating Awareness of the Sikh Faith (SCASF), Sikh Research Institute presented an evening of informed dialogue and reflection on the events of November 1984, in which organized anti-Sikh mobs massacred thousands across cities in northern... - November 22, 2009 - Sikh Research Institute
VFW National Home for Children Helps Active-Duty Military Families
In light of recent news about pressing family care needs of our nation’s active-military, these families should know there is help at the VFW National Home for Children. In addition to other programs, the National Home assists American servicemen and women by providing help and resources for... - November 22, 2009 - VFW National Home for Children
Charleston Breast Center Advocates Women Get Mammograms at Age 40
The Charleston Breast Center urges women to continue to get annual mammograms beginning at age 40, refuting the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force report recommending women wait until age 50. - November 22, 2009 - Charleston Breast Center
Hotel Tropical CasaBlanca Enhances Their Services and Global Online Presence New Website Design Highlights Mobile Booking Features and Additional Guest Services
Hotel Tropical Casablanca has added new and enhanced features for easier holiday bookings, hotel inquiries and vacation planning. Known as the ‘Feel Good Hotel’ in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, the customer experience will be a feel good experience starting on its website. - November 22, 2009 - Hotel Tropical Casa Blanca
The Future of Energy: Exploring Our Options
A new study is set to begin soon which will provide results and consequences of various forms of electric power generation. - November 22, 2009 - OSA, Inc.
Friends of Druid Hill Park Announce 2010 Maryland Maryland Arbor Day Poster Contest
You are invited to join over 75,000 fifth grade teachers across America in the 2010 Arbor Day Poster Contest. This year’s contest “Trees are Terrific...and Energy Wise!” includes classroom activities designed to increase understanding of the importance of trees in a... - November 22, 2009 - The Friends of Druid Hill Park
SuperTova.com Announces Its Launch as a 100% Free Jewish Internet Dating Site
100% Free Jewish internet dating site that was developed for the community. - November 21, 2009 - supertova.com
Blackberry 9550 Storm 2 Unlocked Now in Stock at PopularElect.com
BlackBerry 9550 has a 3.2 MP camera. It has 128 MB RAM / 192 MB ROM. Dimensions are 112.5 x 62.2 x 13.9 mm and Weight is 155 g. It supports GPRS, HSCSD, EDGE, 3G and USB. - November 21, 2009 - Popular Electronics Inc
Frederick E. Curry,Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP to Speak at KC’s Event on Hot Topics in Anti-Money Laundering Compliance on 12/10/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Frederick E. Curry III, Partner, Principal Forensic & Dispute Services, Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP will speak at the Knowledge... - November 21, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Hot Topics in Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Hot Topics in Anti-Money Laundering Compliance – A Review of Recent Developments and a Primer for Addressing... - November 21, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
IAPAM Offers Consumers Cosmetic Injectable Safety Tips: Watching a Video Does Not Constitute Botox Training
Yes, its hard to believe but there are websites that are promoting DIY (Do It Yourself) Botox. - November 21, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Elle Marie Hair Studio Stylists Sharpen Skills at Redken Exchange in NYC
Mill Creek, WA Stylists Lorry Green and Hollie Leach Travel to New York City to Attend Redken’s “Cut and Know Why” Class to Enhance their Creative Edge. - November 21, 2009 - Elle Marie Hair Studio
Help Fulfill Holiday Wishes for Teens at Risk
Hillsides’ children and youth in crisis, who suffer from severe emotional disturbances, need your help in fulfilling special holiday wishes. - November 21, 2009 - Hillsides
Children’s Charity Needs Help with Adopt-a-Family Program
Pasadena Charity Seeks Holiday Help for Children and Families in Crisis. - November 21, 2009 - Hillsides
Get $50 Nokia Visa Prepaid Card When You Purchase a New Nokia N97 Unlocked Now Selling at Popularelect.com
Get a Nokia Visa® $50 Prepaid Card when you buy a new Nokia phone and activate a free Ovi Store or Ovi Maps account The following steps must be completed by 1/8/10: 1. Requires purchase of a new, eligible Nokia N97, Nokia N900, Nokia 5800 Navigation Edition, Nokia 5530 XpressMusic, or Nokia... - November 21, 2009 - Popular Electronics Inc
The Resistance Chair® Earns the Shape You 2009 Great Gear of the Year Award
Industry Professionals Select Top Health and Fitness Products of the Year - November 21, 2009 - VQ ActionCare, LLC
Samsung B3310 Unlocked Cell Phone Now in Stock at Popularelect.com
Samsung B3310 Unlocked Cell Phone. The entry-level B3310 will come in trendy colors and unique design so as to appeal to its target market, which is the youth. - November 21, 2009 - Popular Electronics Inc
Scholarships Available to Area High School Seniors
Graduating high school seniors in Collier, Hendry, and Lee Counties planning college majors in special education or related disciplines are eligible to apply for a $1,000 scholarship offered by Eden Autism Services, a New Jersey-based nonprofit organization with Florida locations in Naples and Fort... - November 21, 2009 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Nokia 5800 Navigation Edition Unlocked Now in Stock at PopularElect.com
Nokia 5800 Navigation-Edition Unlocked Phone with Nokia Navigation Application and Nokia Navigation Accessory Kit--U.S. Version with Full Warranty. - November 21, 2009 - Popular Electronics Inc
Philips DVP5990 HDMI Region Free DVD Player Now in Stock at PopularElect.com
Philips HDMI DVD Player - This ''all region'' DVD player is a great way to get the most out of your current DVD movies. It features 1080p Video upscaling, which boosts the video quality of your movies for High-Definition displays. - November 21, 2009 - Popular Electronics Inc
Nokia E72 Black Unlocked Smartphone Available in USA from Popularelect.com
Receive work emails in real time with support for Microsoft Mail for Exchange and IBM Lotus Notes Traveller. pre installed Nokia Messaging provided access to 10 personal email accounts. - November 21, 2009 - Popular Electronics Inc
Riverside (CA) Humane Society Pet Adoption Center to Aid Homebound Pet Owners with Chuck Waggin’ Pet Meals Program
The Riverside (CA) Humane Society Pet Adoption Center has teamed with Meals on Wheels to provide free cat and dog food through its Chuck Waggin’ Pet Meals program. The pet food is donated by individuals, retailers and other businesses, repackaged into weekly meals by RHSPAC volunteers, and delivered by Meals on Wheels volunteers to their homebound clients. - November 21, 2009 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
IT Solutions Specialist Launches New Look Website
Gatenby Services Hits All the Right Buttons with Expert Website Re-launch - November 21, 2009 - Gatenby Services Ltd
No.1 Pery Square Celebrates 1st Birthday with ‘Best New Hotel’ Accolade at Hospitality Ireland Award
No.1 Pery Square celebrated its 1st Birthday by winning the prestigious title 'Best New Hotel’ at Hospitality Ireland Awards. - November 21, 2009 - Epoque Hotels
Luxury Retreat in Hanoi & Halong Bay for Christmas and New Year 2009
Luxury Travel Vietnam has revealed their deal on Luxury Retreat in Hanoi & Halong Bay 6 day trip combined history, art, sightseeing, and fun for Christmas and New Year 2009. Within this short trip, travelers stay in the most charming hotel Sofitel Metropole Hanoi. According to Mr. David... - November 21, 2009 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Think Social at the Paley Center for Media Releases New Report on Social Media in the Public Interest
Report highlights 2009 Milestones, top ten trends for 2010 and grants first ThinkSocial Awards to social media innovators including Kiva, SocialVibe, March18 Movement ThinkSocial, the non-profit initiative dedicated to advancing the use of social media in the public interest, today released... - November 21, 2009 - ThinkSocial
Laptops, Cell Phones Fueling Rape and War in the Congo?
Conflict Minerals Trade Act key first step to ensuring armed groups don’t benefit from Americans’ high-tech purchases, says aid group. Eastern DRC has one of world’s highest rates of gender-based violence, child soldier use. Legislation would help companies certify products as “conflict free,” World Vision says. - November 21, 2009 - World Vision US
Bed & Breakfast Website Begins to See Signs of Recovery in the Economy
TheBandBDirectory.co.uk sees an increase in advertisers over the last quarter. - November 21, 2009 - The B & B Directory
Social and Economic Factors Signal a Shift in Training Needs for Finance Professionals, Says ACCA
Social and economic trends have influenced dramatically the training requirements of the global finance profession, according to a new report by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants). - November 21, 2009 - ACCA
Two Brand New Luxury Villas in Mauritius
Villas De Maitre announces the addition to its Mauritius villa collection of two stunning luxury villas. Villas La Balinaise at Sankhara are two brand new contemporary luxury homes situated on the eastern shores of Mauritius on a secluded beach. These pool villas are unique and offer privacy and views of the Indian ocean. - November 21, 2009 - Villas De Maitre
Does Every Little Gift Really Make a Life-Changing Impact for Children Around the World? World Vision Goes Around World to Find Answer – and the True Spirit of Christmas
Beginning November 19, join World Vision and thousands of people around the world on the "Spirit of Christmas" tour as a team from the Christian humanitarian agency travels around the globe in search of the Christmas spirit. The month-long tour will feature interviews and stories with... - November 21, 2009 - World Vision US
WCGAPS to Sign with Indigo Films
Andy Rice founder of WCGAPS to sign with Indigo films, to film a Television show. - November 21, 2009 - WCGAPS
Brook Furniture Rental Joins the Houston Apartment Association
As part of its overall plans in Houston Texas, Brook Furniture Rental has joined the Houston Apartment Association. "The Houston Apartment Association is an important organization in Texas, and we are proud to have joined it" said Rob Pruim, Manager of Brook Furniture Rental in Houston. - November 21, 2009 - Brook Furniture Rental, Inc
Martha Stewart Invites Founder of Bake for Hope to Participate in Martha’s 1st Annual Pie Contest Show
Bake for Hope founder, Lisa Pederson, of grass-roots charity event, gets invited to participate on Martha Stewart’s 1st Annual Pie Contest show airing this holiday season. - November 20, 2009 - Cause Good
CCRC to Host Legislative Forum Friday Morning for a Community Conversation on California's Children as Well as the Launch of Their Very Ambitious Literacy Campaign
State and City Elected Officials gather Friday for 20th Annual Legislative Forum. Child Care Resource Center hosts a community conversation with Legislators on the future of California’s children. - November 20, 2009 - child care resource center
Frame Destination Inc. Adds GalleryPouch™ Premium Bubble Bags to Its Product Line
Frame Destination Inc. of Dallas, TX announces the GalleryPouch™ Gold, a premium bubble bag designed for protecting artwork, including mirrors, framed photography, matted prints, tubes, portfolios and much more. - November 20, 2009 - Andrew Darlow Images Intl.
Stonebridge Companies Announces New e-Commerce Manager, Melissa Madtson
Englewood-based Stonebridge Companies, a leader in hotel development and property management, has announced the appointment of Melissa Madtson as the e-Commerce Manager for the company. Ms. Madtson brings a wealth of experience to her new position, having worked previously at Breakthrough Management Group International and at Outback Steakhouse Incorporated. - November 20, 2009 - Stonebridge Companies
IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud Congratulated FAO and Delegates on Successful Conclusion of World Summit on Food Security
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud congratulated UN, FAO and attendees on thriving conclusion of World Summit on Food Security. Dr. Homoud wished that declaration adopted by the Summit shall be enforced and the commitments made by governments shall be practically implemented in pursuit of creating our world free of hunger and malnutrition. - November 20, 2009 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
The Knowledge Congress Scheduled a Webcast on Protecting Your Tax Strategies After Textron and The New Proposed Tax Form
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: “Protecting Your Tax Strategies After Textron and The New Proposed Tax Form”. This two-hour event is... - November 20, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Scott Balestrier, Tax Managing Partner, BDO Seidman, LLP to Speak at KC’s Protecting Your Tax Strategies After Textron and The New Proposed Tax Form on 02/02/10
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Scott Balestrier, Tax Managing Partner, BDO Seidman, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Protecting Your Tax Strategies... - November 20, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Phillip A. Pillar, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP to Speak at KC’s Protecting Your Tax Strategies After Textron and The New Proposed Tax Form on 02/02/10
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Phillip A. Pillar, Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Protecting Your Tax Strategies... - November 20, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
New Mammogram Recommendations: the Right Message for Women?
On Monday, the U.S. Prevention Services Task Force (USPSTF) issued new screening recommendations for women who are asymptomatic and who are not at increased risk of developing breast cancer. The guidelines call for an end to annual mammography screening for women 40 to 49 as well as a shift to biannual (every two years) screening for post-menopausal women. The report also said physicians need not teach women breast self-exam techniques. - November 20, 2009 - The Breast Cancer Charities of America
Carbon Accounting - Building the Case for a Green Work Place
An environmentally friendly office is not hard to achieve says ACCA (the Association for Chartered Certified Accountants) today as it offers ten practical tips for a sustainable workplace as part of its drive towards carbon accounting. - November 20, 2009 - ACCA
City Discovery Invites Travelers to Book an Activity and Win $3000 in Cash and Gift Certificates
By booking an activity on City-Discovery.com between November 1, 2009 and February 28, 2010, travelers can win US$2000 in cash and 10 City Discovery Gift Certificates worth US$100 each. The more they book, the more chances they have of winning. - November 20, 2009 - City Discovery
Ways Women Orgasm, the Female Sexuality Forum, Announces a New Blog Post: Sheltering Young Women from Eroticism
Young women are often not told about eroticism and sexual pleasure for fear that they will be exploited by men through sex. Since women's sexual arousal is more difficult to achieve during sex, women are less likely than men to find sexual promiscuity sexually rewarding. Ways Women Orgasm is a forum for female sexuality and provides an open discussion of women's orgasm techniques including clitoral stimulation and sexual fantasies. - November 20, 2009 - WaysWomenOrgasm.org