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Hot Topics at U.S. Veg Corp's AZ Veg Food Festival
Eco-activism will be one of the hot topics up for discussion at the 5th annual Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival, taking place February 2nd and 3rd at the Scottsdale Civic Center amphitheater. - January 26, 2019 - U.S. Veg Corp.
United Way Opens Applications on January 28th for 2019-2020 Community Fund Grants
United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region invites nonprofits serving Dutchess & Orange counties in the areas of health, education, financial stability and veterans’ service to apply for grants from its Community Fund. Applications open on January 28th with final submissions by March... - January 26, 2019 - United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region
Mississippi Arbor Day Tree Giveaways and Sales 2019
Arbor Day in Mississippi is Friday, February 8, 2019. The following week is Tree Planting Week, designated by Governor Phil Bryant's Arbor Day/ Tree Planting Week Proclamation. As a public resource, the Mississippi Forestry Commission reached out to their natural resource partners to compile a... - January 26, 2019 - Mississippi Forestry Commission
Faith Communities Gather at Church of Scientology Nashville for MLK Service
Faith communities of several denominations gathered in the Church of Scientology for the annual MLK joint service. - January 26, 2019 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Timucuan Parks Foundation Has Added a New Member to Its Board of Directors
Jim Rienhardt will join the board made up of 12 members from throughout the community. - January 26, 2019 - Timucuan Parks Foundation
Keep Irving Beautiful Visits Heritage Senior Center on MLK Day - Staff Speaks with Seniors about Environmental Programs
Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) paid a visit to the Heritage Senior Center during Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 21. The group spoke with the members and staff about KIB programs, clean public spaces, and methods to take care of the environment. KIB staff distributed blue recycling bags that are... - January 26, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Abrahamic Reunion England Promotes Peace with Apparel in Run Up to World Human Spirit Day
Using t-shirts, sportswear, work wear and other accessories, we can all create more peace and harmony and creativity in our lives. All Peace Gifts Shop goods have a beautiful image or message. - January 25, 2019 - Abrahamic Reunion (England)
The L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre Presents First Performance for 2019
The L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre will deliver an old-time radio-style performance of the western story, Come and Get it, at the Scientology Information Center, on Saturday, February 16th at 6:30 pm. There is no cost to attend and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome. The Center is located at 500 Cleveland Street in downtown Clearwater. - January 25, 2019 - Church of Scientology
New E-Commerce Site Offers High Performance, Sustainable Outdoor Products
New Zealand-based company, Lone Kauri Road Ltd. recently announced the official launch of its first ecommerce site. Lonekauri.com was created to provide outdoor enthusiasts with premium quality products that minimise environmental impact by employing brilliant natural, biodegradable or recycled... - January 25, 2019 - Lone Kauri
To Save New Orca Calf, Earth Law Center with Ocean Defenders Seek Rights for the Southern Resident Orcas
A coalition of groups (NGO’s, community groups, scientists, lawyers and indigenous peoples) unveiled today their Declaration on the Rights of the Southern Resident Orcas (http://legalrightsforthesalishsea.org/petition), urging all levels of government to recognize the inherent rights of the Southern Residents. This recognition has renewed urgency with a new calf born to the Southern Residents who have not produced a surviving offspring in three years. - January 25, 2019 - Earth Law Center
WISE Adult Day Services Program Celebrates 35 Years of Serving the Community
The Gateway Family YMCA’s WISE Adult Day Services Program Turns 35. - January 24, 2019 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Michigan Association for Female Entrepreneurs to Lead a Delegation of Women Entrepreneurs to Bangkok, Thailand
Michigan Association for Female Entrepreneurs (MAFE), a Detroit-based non-profit organization supporting women entrepreneurs in Michigan, and the MAFE Leadership Institute will lead a delegation of 12 women entrepreneurs from Michigan to Thailand to attend the 10th Annual Women’s Leadership... - January 24, 2019 - Michigan Association for Female Entrepreneurs
Music & Imagination Summer Day Camp Now Enrolling for the 2019 Summer Season
In its 6th year at Loyola University Campus, the Music & Imagination Summer Day Camp is a one of a kind experience for children ages 6 to 12 to explore & expand their love of music. Happening July 15-19, campers will enjoy puppet musicals, folk dancing, singing games, and outdoor activities. Reserve your spot today at www.ccmsing.org. - January 23, 2019 - Children's Chorus of Maryland & School of Music
The Government Shutdown’s Shocking Impact on a Local Church
Grace Church is offering emergency loans and food to its members that are impacted by the current federal government shutdown. - January 22, 2019 - Grace Church
Easy Language Designer Jerey Ojeah Talks New Bracelet Line Whose Proceeds Benefit Black Lives Matter
Five years in, the Black Lives Matter movement is enjoying an unprecedented wave of support across the nation and around the world. An LA-based fashion designer is making her own contribution towards advancing its causes. Ms. Jerey Ojeah, Founder and Fashion Designer at Easy Language, recently... - January 22, 2019 - Easy Language
Women's Entrepreneur Advocate Stefanie Diaz Unveils The Women Only Experience (WOE)
The Women Only Experience (WOE) debuts in Atlanta on Thursday, February 28 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at St. Ives Country Club in Johns Creek. Founded and hosted by Stefanie Diaz, this event brings together a soulful tribe of women leaders focused on the art of claiming the life they are called to live. - January 22, 2019 - Women Only Enterprises
Relive the Kennedy 50-Mile Hike with the FreeWalkers
Join a group of 150 hearty long distance hikers on Saturday, February 9, 2019 to travel 50 miles by foot in one day. They will walk from Old Anglers parking lot in Potomac, Maryland to Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia, along the banks of the Potomac River on the C&O Canal Towpath. This is a reprise of famous Kennedy 50-Mile Hike that moved a nation 56 years ago. - January 19, 2019 - FreeWalkers
Nominations Sought for 2019 AIM & AIM North America Awards
AIM, in conjunction with its North America Chapter, AIM NA, has announced the opening of the nomination period for the annual automatic identification and data capture industry awards. Each year, the AIM and AIM NA Awards honor individuals as well as organizations that not only promote the... - January 19, 2019 - AIM, Inc.
AIM Elects 2019 Industry Group Chairs
AIM, the trusted worldwide industry association for the automatic identification industry, providing unbiased information, educational resources and standards for nearly half a century, announced new leadership for the association's industry groups in 2019. Kevin Berisso, PhD, Director of the... - January 19, 2019 - AIM, Inc.
U.S. Veg Corp's AZ Veg Food Fest Features Yoga and Circus Arts
A dancer and a trapeze contortionist will be among the high-energy entertainers circling the grounds of the 5th annual Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival, to take place February 2-3 at the Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater. The Riley Rainbow Family Circus will be back by popular demand. The group... - January 19, 2019 - U.S. Veg Corp.
All-Star Orthopaedics Provides Notice of Patient-Data Breach
All-Star Orthopaedics is notifying individuals that a hard drive with patient data was stolen on November 20, 2018. At this time, All-Star Orthopaedics has no indication that the private information has been accessed or misused. On November 20, 2018, All-Star Orthopaedics discovered a hard drive... - January 18, 2019 - All-Star Orthopaedics
Locals Gain Insight on Scientology and Clearwater History at the First Historic Fort Harrison Tour of 2019
On Saturday, January 25th the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization will host its first Historic Fort Harrison tour for 2019. The building is the Church of Scientology’s religious retreat. During the tour guests will learn about the property’s history, get their questions about the religion answered and will learn about the community activities the Church hosts throughout the year at this historic property. - January 18, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Baltimore Organization Announces 1,000 Dollar "Black Futures Micro-Grant" Award to Greater Baltimore "Changemakers"
CLLCTIVLY.org is a social impact organization in Baltimore, Maryland that serves as a resource for those seeking to find, fund and partner with Black social change organizations in the Greater Baltimore community. Founded by Jamye Wooten, CLLCTIVLY seeks to foster collaboration, increase social impact and amplify the voices of local Black-led organizations. - January 17, 2019 - CLLCTIVLY
South Florida Veteran Owned Business Continuously Serve Communities by Providing Business Planning and Development Boot Camp for Business Start-Up
This half-day Step by Step Business Planning and Business Development Bootcamp, you will learn all the tools needed to get rid of your 9 to 5 and turn your passion into a profitable business. - January 17, 2019 - Lexo Enterprise LLC
AIM & GS1 Introduce New Technical Specification
AIM, the trusted worldwide industry association for the automatic identification industry, providing unbiased information, educational resources and standards for nearly half a century, has announced the release of a new sensor technical specification that will provide a universal method to... - January 17, 2019 - AIM, Inc.
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) Appoints Two New Board Members
NACCE President and CEO Rebecca Corbin, Ed.D. Names Two Education Leaders from California to NACCE Board of Directors. - January 16, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Rishi Kumar Elected to AD28 Executive Board at CA Democratic Party Caucus Elections
Councilmember Rishi Kumar was elected to be a Delegate for the California Democratic Party as well as an E-Board member representing Assembly District 28. - January 16, 2019 - Rishi Kumar for Congress 2020
Australian Country Party Announces Its National Expansion as the First, Truly Democratic, Grass Roots Political Party in Australia
New Federal Chairman of the Australian Country Party, Glenn O’Rourke, today announced the official commencement of the National Expansion of the Australian Country Party. “The Australian Country Party is a grass roots up party that listens to people and allows members and supporters... - January 16, 2019 - Australian Country Party
National Human Trafficking Awareness Month
YouCanFreeUs, an international human rights organization fighting modern slavery around the world, is launching "Switch," a short film to bring awareness to the problem of modern slavery. This powerful film will be launched on January 22, 2019. www.youcanfree.us - January 15, 2019 - YouCanFreeUs Foundation
Texarkana Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - March 15, 2019
Future Horizons will be hosting the Texarkana Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - March 15, 2019. - January 15, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Rewarding Others for Community Service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Contributing to the greater good strengthens the community. - January 15, 2019 - The Gateway Family YMCA
"Stuff You Need to Know" Now Available from Future Horizons
A Guide for Young Adults with Autism - January 12, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
The National Association of Minority Political Consultants Will Increase Representation of Minority Voters and Consultants
The National Association of Minority Political Consultants (NAMPC) is a new political organization with strong political ties throughout the nation. Its nonpartisan mission is two-fold, “...help elect political leaders who are truly committed to fighting for the under-served and over-looked... - January 12, 2019 - The National Association of Minority Political Consultants
McCall City Council Unanimously Votes to Take Pause on Midas Gold Initiated Agreement
On January 7, 2019, McCall City Council held a special session to consider signing the Midas Gold Community Agreement regarding the proposed Stibnite mining project. Following the educational lecture series and hearing testimony from more than sixty attendees and considering more than one hundred... - January 12, 2019 - City of McCall
2018 Year in Review - Religion Communicators Council, Nashville Chapter
The Religion Communicators Council is an interfaith communications organization working to promote peace and fellowship while spreading the good news. - January 12, 2019 - Religion Communicators Council
Religion Communicators Council Learns What It Takes to Make an Idea Stick
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - January 12, 2019 - Religion Communicators Council
Keep Irving Beautiful Celebrates 2018 Accomplishments - Nonprofit Continues to Serve Irving for 26 Years
In 2018, Keep Irving Beautiful (KIB) celebrated its 26th year as the local affiliate of Keep America Beautiful and Keep Texas Beautiful. It was a busy year, filled with activities made possible by the dedication of thousands of volunteers who contributed their time and talents to making Irving a... - January 11, 2019 - Keep Irving Beautiful
Plant-Based Food and Yoga Galore to be Featured at U.S. Veg Corp's 5th Vegetarian Food Festival
Aerial yoga classes and eco-eating are just a couple of the innovative offerings on tap at the 5th annual Arizona Vegetarian Food Festival, to take place over the weekend of February 2-3 at the Scottsdale Civic Center Amphitheater. The company called Elevate Yoga & Wellness will have teachers... - January 11, 2019 - U.S. Veg Corp.
AmpleHarvest.org Helping America's Home and Community Gardeners Respond to Government Shutdown
Home Gardeners in Southern Hardiness Zones Can Assist Food Pantries Experiencing a Surge of Need Due to Shutdown - January 10, 2019 - AmpleHarvest.org
Convention for the Rights of the Pacific Ocean Issues Statement
Today, the Convention for the Rights of the Pacific Ocean, a group of environment and ocean experts from 8 countries who met in Auckland, issued a Statement which recognizes and acknowledges our kinship with the Ocean, and our responsibilities to the Ocean. - January 10, 2019 - Earth Law Center
2018 Year in Review – Tennessee United for Human Rights
2018 saw the expansion of Tennessee United for Human Rights, carrying out the work of the international organization United for Human Rights in the Southeast United States. - January 10, 2019 - United for Human Rights
Law Class of 2018 Contributed More Than $85 Million Worth of Pro Bono Legal Services
Eighty-four law schools reported that 16,502 law students in the class of 2018 contributed more than 3.48 million hours in legal services as part of their legal education, an average of about 211 hours per student. Independent Sector, a nonprofit organization coalition, estimates the value of volunteer time to be $24.69 an hour. Using this number, the total value of the students’ time at these schools is estimated to be in excess of $85.9 million. - January 08, 2019 - Association of American Law Schools
Grassley's Longtime Focus on Transparency Praised by National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group as Senator Assumes Senate Finance Committee Chairmanship
SCPC: New WSJ Report on Part D Medicare Plans Overcharging CMS Ripe Target for Scrutiny - January 07, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
The Scientology Information Center Holds Its First Open House for 2019 on January 25th
On Friday, January 25th the Scientology Information Center will host its first open house reception of 2019 during the Blast Friday Concert in Downtown Clearwater. Guests can find out about Scientology and learn about the history of the century-old icon, the Clearwater Building, which houses the Center. - January 07, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Autism Speaks and the SunTrust Foundation to Host a Free Special Needs Financial Planning Town Hall January 12 in Virginia Beach, VA
A comprehensive and collaborative town hall to help individuals and families plan for the financial well-being of children and adults with special needs. To learn more, visit: http://act.autismspeaks.org/vafinancial2019. - January 06, 2019 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Agenda Announced for 2019 Peeling Around the World Course from International Peeling Society
Session to be held February 28, 2019 in Washington, DC - January 05, 2019 - International Peeling Society-USA
Scientology Public Information Center Reaches Milestone Number of Visitors
On December 31st, the Manager of the Scientology Information Center, Amber Skjelset, announced that with the close of 2018 the Center has had almost 40,000 visitors from all over Tampa Bay and the world since its ribbon cutting ceremony on July 11th, 2015. - January 05, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Wildfire Design & Build Honored by Napa Award Program
Wildfire Design & Build has been selected for the 2018 Best of Napa Award in the Contractor category by the Napa Award Program. "At Wildfire Design & Build, we are honored to be selected for the 2018 Napa Award Program in the category of best contractor," says Jeff Goodrich, CEO... - January 04, 2019 - Wildfire Design & Build
Special Event: Charlotte Autism Conference with Dr. Jed Baker - February 15, 2019
Future Horizons will be hosting the Charlotte Autism Conference with Dr. Jed Baker - February 21, 2019. - January 04, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
2018 Year in Review: Drug-Free Tennessee
2018 saw the expansion of Drug-Free Tennessee, carrying out the work of the international organization, the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, in the Southeast United States. - January 04, 2019 - Drug Free South