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Verizon Wireless Named Main Sponsor for Geek Girl Cape Cod Tech Conference 2013
Verizon Foundation Brings Internationally Renowned Internet and Cell Phone Safety Advocate, Richard Guerry as Keynote Speaker. - May 02, 2013 - Geek Girl
Enable America Urges Florida Governor to Sign Bill Banning "Retardation"
Today the Florida State House unanimously passed a bill that will eliminate the phrase “mental retardation” from state law, sending the measure onto Governor Rick Scott for his signature. Enable America, a nonprofit working to improve employment opportunities for people with... - May 02, 2013 - Enable America
Training Class Now Available for NJ Teachers, Safety Personnel, Community Groups: How to Identify and Respond to Symptoms of Mental Illness in Youth
Youth Mental Health First Aid training (YMHFA), designed to help identify risk factors and symptoms of mental illness in youth 12-18, is now available from Care Plus NJ, Inc., the only certified YMHFA trainers in the state of New Jersey. - May 02, 2013 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Old Time Radio Makes Its Return This May at Nashville Church of Scientology
For the third year in a row, the Nashville Church of Scientology is putting on a show for the community in an old-time radio theatre style. - May 02, 2013 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Denver REALTOR® Awarded the Volunteering Works Grant from National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the Good Neighbor Society
Joan Rogliano is an outstanding player in the real estate game but what makes her truly unique is the way she gives back to the community and the time she sets aside to help women and families through her nonprofit organization, The Wildflower Women's Foundation. Last week the National Association... - May 02, 2013 - Wildflower Group
CCA Concerned Changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program Will Harm the Construction Sector
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is very concerned that the changes to the Labour Market Opinion (LMO) and Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) programs announced yesterday will reduce the sector's ability and capacity to meet the increased demand for construction services across Canada. - May 02, 2013 - Canadian Construction Association
Worship Seminar with Jimmie Black Quality Inn Convention Center - Harrison, AR
El Shaddai Ministries presents "Worship Seminar" with Jimmie Black on May 17-18 at Quality Inn Convention Ctr. www.ElShaddaiMinistries.net for details. - May 01, 2013 - El Shaddai Ministries
Whispering Hope Stables – Horse Boarding in Raleigh, NC
Whispering Hope Stables is a premier equestrian facility located just minutes from downtown Raleigh. Their mission is to provide an exclusive sanctuary for equestrian athletes and their discerning owners. - May 01, 2013 - Whispering Hope Stables
Houston Ride for Kids Tops $239,000
Hundreds gathered for the Houston Ride for Kids, which raised more than $200,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation at ride time. - May 01, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Enable America Endorses Bob Woodruff Foundation Recommendations in Support of Employment for Wounded Warriors
Enable America, a nonprofit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is endorsing recommendations made by the executive director of the Bob Woodruff Foundation, Anne Marie Dougherty, who wrote there are “three steps we must take right now to soften the landing... - May 01, 2013 - Enable America
Tyler TX Volunteer Firefighter Opens Wildlife Control Business
Twelve-year volunteer firefighter opens Wildlife Control business in Tyler, TX to control armadillos, gophers, raccoons, skunks, snakes, bat, and squirrels that are causing problems. - May 01, 2013 - A All Animal Control
Finalists Announced for 15th Annual Georgia CIO of the Year® Awards
Judging Committee Selects Georgia CIO of the Year Award Finalists After Record Nominations - May 01, 2013 - Georgia CIO Leadership Association
Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) Announces May 2013 Real Estate Investors Meeting with Reggie Brooks
On May 13, 2013, the Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association (CT REIA) will be hosting its monthly meeting with Reggie Brooks in Meriden, CT. Attendees will learn how to buy abandoned properties. - May 01, 2013 - Connecticut Real Estate Investors Association - CTREIA
Model Alyssa Miller and Jameel McClain, #53 Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl Champion XLVII Join STOMP Out Bullying™ as Global Ambassadors
STOMP Out Bullying™ is thrilled to announce its newest Global Ambassadors, Alyssa Miller and Jameel McClain. Both Alyssa and Jameel are determined to shed light on the important subject of Bullying and Cyberbullying and those affected by it. “We are delighted that both Alyssa and... - April 30, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
Religion Communicators Council Continues Outreach to Faith Communities
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council meets monthly to learn and grow from one another. For several years, it has been looking to include even more people of faith. - April 30, 2013 - Religion Communicators Council
U.S. Representative George Holding to Keynote Apex Chamber’s Wake Up Apex Breakfast
The Apex Chamber of Commerce will welcome Congressman George Holding as keynote speaker of the upcoming Wake Up Apex Breakfast. The event, sponsored by L.G. Jordan Oil Company, takes place on Wednesday, May 29, 8:00- 9:30 a.m., at the Halle Cultural Arts Center in Apex. Business owners, Town... - April 28, 2013 - Apex Chamber of Commerce
Check Out Hunger Campaign is Wawa-Wonderful for Food Bank of South Jersey
Management and employees of Wawa presented The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) with a large Check Out Hunger check for $77,449.00 at the ribbon cutting ceremony of Wawa’s full service Crown Point location. - April 28, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
The Food Bank of South Jersey and Darden Restaurants Partner to Fight Hunger
Grant is one of more than 850 awarded through Darden’s 2nd annual Restaurant Community Grants program - April 27, 2013 - Food Bank of South Jersey
Virginia Gildersleeve International Fund’s President Eileen Menton's Statement on "Global Partnership for Development in the Context of the Post-2015 Development Agenda"
VGIF was honored to speak at the UN during the special high-level meeting of ECOSOC with the Bretton Woods institutions, the World Trade Organization and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, concerning “Global partnership for development in the context of the post-2015 development agenda.” VGIF's President emphasized the importance of partnerships to ensure that MDGs 3 and 8 are closer to reality and new Post-2015 goals bring equality and empowerment to women worldwide. - April 27, 2013 - VGIF
Luray and Page County, Virginia Awarded Appalachian Trail Distinction
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC), along with the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) invites the public to attend the official designation of the town of Luray and Page County, Virginia as the newest Appalachian Trail Community™ on May 11, 2013 at 1:45 p.m. - April 27, 2013 - Appalachian Trail Conservancy
“Out to Innovate” Scholarships for LGBT STEM Students
National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals The National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals (NOGLSTP) announced today funding for the 2013 NOGLSTP Out To Innovate Scholarships funded by the Motorola Solutions Foundation. The... - April 27, 2013 - National Organization of Gay & Lesbian Scienists and Technical Professionals
La Carlota City Entries Bag Over-All Winners in Philippine Youth Green Art Competition
The recently concluded Negros Occ. Junior Green Artists Inter-city Painting Competition with the theme "Climate Change in the Eyes of a Child" yielded a very interesting result. Nine winning entries from La Carlota, Kabankalan and Himamaylan Cities who were the top three winners in their... - April 27, 2013 - Greenwatch Philippines Inc.
NIH HIV Vaccine Candidate Shown Ineffective
AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) today announced that it has discontinued administering the HIV Vaccine Trials Network (HVTN) 505 HIV vaccine candidate, as preliminary data indicate that the vaccine strategy is ineffective. “Despite these disappointing results, no viral infection has ever been... - April 26, 2013 - AIDS Research Alliance
UNITY Continues Advancing Entrepreneurship Among Diverse Journalists
A $200,000 grant from the Ford Foundation will enable UNITY to continue opportunities for entrepreneurial journalists of color, gay journalists and other underserved populations through the New U: News Entrepreneurs Working through UNITY project. The two-year grant will allow UNITY to expand the... - April 26, 2013 - UNITY: Journalists for Diversity
Doug Marcille Honored with the Industry Leadership Award from the National Energy Marketers Association
Doug Marcille, CEO U.S. Gas & Electric to be honored with the Industry Leadership Award at the National Energy Marketers Association’s 16th Annual Restructuring Conference in Washington, DC on April 30, 2013. - April 26, 2013 - U.S. Gas & Electric
Delaware County to Celebrate the National Day of Prayer
On May 2, 2013 the National Day of Prayer will be celebrated across Delaware County and throughout the nation. Rose Tree Park will host the special event under the big flag at 11:30 am. - April 26, 2013 - The National Day of Prayer
USA Volleyball’s Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Partners with Rox Volleyball Inc. as Official Outfitter and Licensed Apparel Provider
The Premier Volleyball League of USA Volleyball (www.usapvl.com) and Rox Volleyball (www.roxvolleyball.com ) announce today the execution of a 3 year agreement, whereas Rox Volleyball, an industry leader in design and US made volleyball apparel, will be the official outfitter and licensed apparel... - April 26, 2013 - Rox Volleyball Inc
Drug-Free South Travels 600 Miles for Drug Education in Tennessee
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South has, in just one month, traveled 600 miles to visit students across Tennessee and deliver information on the Truth About Drugs. - April 26, 2013 - Drug Free South
Benefit for Sick Infant
Dinner benefit for Chaia Thompson. She is 21 months old and has a rare disease. - April 26, 2013 - Christ United Methodist Church
Waikiki Residents File Appeal Against Department of Planning and Permitting Decision for Ritz Carlton Tower, PACREP LLC
Waikiki Residents Together with the Waikiki Area Residents Association Assert that the Decision Allegedly Fails to Meet Waikiki Special District Guidelines. - April 25, 2013 - 2121kuhiotower.com
"Growing Ideas to Sustain the Arts in New Jersey": Fourth Annual New Jersey Arts Day Focuses on Building Sustainable Communities Through the Arts
May 2 event calls for collaboration and celebration at Trenton’s War Memorial. - April 25, 2013 - ArtPride NJ
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Names NACCE Leadership Fellows
John Liddy and Doan Winkel receive one-year fellows from NACCE. - April 25, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Christian Singles Reverse Retreat Rolls Into New York
Christian singles from around the globe will gather in New York City for two exceptional days of fun, excitement, entertainment, and friendship. - April 25, 2013 - Christian Singles Reverse Retreat
Hawai'i Sacred Choir—to be "Guest Choir" at Ely Cathedral, UK Presents Spring Concert in Honolulu April 27-28, 2013
Local Honolulu choir to present spring concerts this weekend at two cathedrals in Honolulu in preparation for their England tour in 2014. - April 24, 2013 - Hawaii Sacred Choir
Jacksonville Riders Raise Funds for PBTF
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's Northeast Florida Ride for Kids celebrated five years hosting the charity event in Jacksonville on April 21. - April 24, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Divine Radiance World Healing Ceremony
The Divine Radiane World Healing Ceremony, sponsored by the Spiritual Unity Movement (SUM), will be presented at 6:55 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Friday, 26 April 2013 at The Onion Historical Landmark, 9550 Haskell Ave. in North Hills (near the I-405 and Nordoff). SUM is an all-denominational, non-profit... - April 24, 2013 - Spiritual Unity Movement
Pro Organizers Name Their Favorite Organizing and Productivity Solutions
NAPO Members Choose 2013 Organizers’ Choice Award Winners at 25th Annual Conference & Organizing Expo. - April 24, 2013 - National Association of Professional Organizers
Effective Use of Organizing Techniques Helps Humanitarian Organizations Maximize Aid to Recipients
Animal Rescue New Orleans and Wounded Warrior Project Honored with 2013 Organizing Excellence Awards from National Association of Professional Organizers - April 24, 2013 - National Association of Professional Organizers
Morrisville Town Councilman Steve Rao Hosts Federation of Asian Biotech Associations Visit
Councilman Rao Welcomes Visit by India’s Largest Biotech and Pharmaceutical Organization in Morrisville - April 24, 2013 - Steve Rao
OIC President/CEO Receives Prestigious Award
OIC’s Newton Sanon Receives 2013 African-American Achievers Award. - April 24, 2013 - OIC of South Florida
Light Drinking During Pregnancy: CanFASD Responds to Confusing Information That Continues to Cloud the Issue
“It is well known that Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is the most common type of developmental disability worldwide, some of the most important unanswered questions in the field are 'how much alcohol in pregnancy is too much?' or what is a 'safe' amount of alcohol consumption in pregnancy and can we remember information on how much we drink accurately,” says Dr. Jocelynn Cook, Executive Director of the Canada Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Research Network (CanFASD). - April 24, 2013 - Canada FASD Research Network
The Harvest Center Proud to Announce Colin Pinkney as New Executive Director
The Harvest Center of Charlotte is pleased to announce the appointment of experienced non-profit manager and North Carolina native Colin Pinkney as its new Executive Director. - April 23, 2013 - The Harvest Center
PV Racking Breaks Sales Records for First Quarter in 2013
PV Racking has finished the first quarter of 2013 with a new sales record. “We have received 1.4 megawatts worth of residential and small commercial contracts since January 1st, which is much stronger than this time last year,” said Barry Moore, president at PV Racking, a Pennsylvania... - April 23, 2013 - PV Racking LLC
2013 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Woman of the Year Candidate to Host Roaring 20’s Affair
Sesha Gaston Partners with Sullivan’s Steakhouse for an Event to Raise Funds for Cancer Research and Patient Services. - April 22, 2013 - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, NC Chapter
A Healthy Start to 2013 for Jurong Residents with Complimentary Health Screening During SATA CommHealth Community Health Day
Jurong residents received a welcome boost to healthy living on Sunday as they made their way to SATA CommHealth Community Health Day to receive their health checks. This is the second time residents in the West have been treated to free health screening since 2011. Among the complimentary health... - April 22, 2013 - SATA CommHealth
Launch of the Roots of Christian Mysticism Course - Starting Thursday 25 April 2013 in London
This is a rare opportunity to reflect on the riches of the Christian contemplative tradition. Contemplation as the art of silent prayer, is no longer confined to the monasteries but is being reclaimed by the ordinary Christian. This is a course for anybody who wishes to explore their Christian... - April 21, 2013 - WCCM
Word of God Christian Academy Basketball Player Signs with Middle Tennessee
Word of God Christian Academy is proud to announce that Tyrek Coger, men’s basketball senior, has officially signed his National Letter of Intent with Middle Tennessee State University. In his final year at Word of God, Tyrek was named All-Conference, All-State and Most Out Standing Player of the OT Holiday Invitational Tournament, while averaging 16 points and 8 rebounds per game during the 2012 – 2013 season. - April 21, 2013 - Word of God Christian Academy
Ontario Government Narrowly Defeats Anti-Renewable Energy Proposal
The Ontario legislature has defeated proposed legislation that would have serious curtailed the province’s feed-in tariff for solar and wind energy. Bill 39, An Act to provide for control by local municipalities over renewable and affordable energy undertakings, was introduced as a private... - April 21, 2013 - canadian association for renewable energies (we c.a.r.e.)
Religion Communicators Council Announces Convention in Nashville, Tennessee
The Religion Communicators Council will hold its annual convention in 2014 in Nashville, TN. - April 20, 2013 - Religion Communicators Council
APEX Bank to Fund Education for 10 Children at SOS Shillong
The Chairman and MD of Apex Bank visit SOS Shillong village on 28th March, 2013. Apex bank, a premier organization has decided to fund education for 10 children at SOS Shillong, the independent, non-governmental, social development organization. Apex bank has initiated this as an endeavour to... - April 20, 2013 - SOS Village