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Downtown Riverside to Host Easter-EggStravaganza
Celebrate Easter in downtown Riverside at the Easter Egg-Stravaganza with three blocks of fun festivities for the entire family. - April 02, 2011 - Riverside Downtown Partnership
Fit Night Out™ Makes Its Debut in DC
Sunshine Social Consulting and The Jalin Group announced today that Fit Night Out™ - the ultimate evening of fitness, fellowship and fun, designed especially for women – will make its debut on Thursday, April 14, 2011, from 7:00p.m. to 11:00p.m., at Love the Club, 1350 Okie Street, N.E. - April 01, 2011 - Fit Night Out™
Washington State Up Next for Historic "I AM EQUAL" Campaign
Greater Seattle area prepares to break world record with human rights photo project. - March 31, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Magical Morocco - a Cultural Festival Celebrating the Beauty of Morocco, UCONN Stamford, CT
The Saida Fikri Foundation in collaboration with the Washington Moroccan American Club has organized and is hosting a cultural festival celebrating the splendor and generosity of Morocco. - March 30, 2011 - Saida Fikri Foundation
Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce Presents the Grand Wine & Food Affair 2011
Five day series of culinary events includes internationally acclaimed wineries and award-winning chefs. - March 30, 2011 - Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce
Morton Grove Election Update -- Action Party "Open House" Event a Success
Irish eyes were smilin' at the Morton Grove Action Party's St. Patrick's Day Open House Event. There was a full house at the Action Party's Election Campaign Office (5836 Dempster) on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2011. Residents came out to meet Trustee candidates Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and... - March 24, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Early Voting for Morton Grove Municipal Election Ends on March 31
The Morton Grove Action Party issues a friendly reminder to all Morton Grove residents that “Early Voting” for the upcoming Municipal Election will end on Thursday, March 31, 2011. Residents may vote early at Village Hall, 6101 Capulina Avenue, Morton Grove, in the Mayor’s... - March 24, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
CMAP Planning Grant Awarded to Morton Grove
Morton Grove Village Trustees and Action Party Candidates Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and Maria S. Toth are pleased to announce that Morton Grove has received a grant worth $50,000 for long-term planning in the Village’s industrial areas. Morton Grove’s Industrial Areas Plan Initiative... - March 24, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Pasta for Pets, Pasta House Company Enter Third Year of Partnership
Fairview Heights, IL Pasta House gears up for third year of supporting Gateway Pet Guardians, a St. Louis animal rescue, with an annual fundraiser called Pasta For Pets. - March 19, 2011 - Gateway Pet Guardians
US Dream Academy Presents Charles S. Dutton in "From Jail to Yale" in Partnership with Duke Ellington at the Kennedy Center on March 28th & 29th, 2011
Award winning actor Charles S. Dutton will star in the highly acclaimed one man show, “From Jail to Yale: Serving Time on Stage” on March 28th and 29th 7:30 pm at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Terrace Theatre located at 2700 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20566... - March 19, 2011 - U.S. Dream Academy
Colorado Prepares to Join Recodr-Breaking "I AM EQUAL" Project
Greater Denver area welcomes historic photo campaign for human rights. - March 16, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Morton Grove Action Party to Host Election Headquarters Open House
The Morton Grove Action Party invites residents to an “Open House” on Thursday, March 17 at its election headquarters, 5836 W. Dempster, Morton Grove. The Open House will take place from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Stop in to say hello and meet the candidates... - March 10, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
DVNF Answers the Call from Operation Homefront
Emergency grant replenishes funds depleted by Missouri tornado response - March 10, 2011 - Disabled Veterans National Foundation
March Women’s Power Networking Events for Triangle Area Businesses
The public is invited to the WPN networking events: the Power Lunch on 2nd Fridays, Women Executives Round Table on 3rd Fridays and the after hours get-together Cocktails and Contacts. - March 09, 2011 - Women's Power Networking
Early Voting for Morton Grove Municipal Election Starts on March 14
The Morton Grove Action Party issues a friendly reminder to all Morton Grove residents that “Early Voting” for the upcoming Municipal Election will begin on Monday, March 14, 2011. Early voting will run through March 31. Residents may vote early at Village Hall, 6101 Capulina Avenue,... - March 08, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Morton Grove Action Party Hosts Mardi Gras “Meet the Candidates” Event
Due to the overwhelming response of a “Meet the Candidates” event sponsored by the Morton Grove Action Party that took place on January 30, a second evening has been set aside for residents to have some fun, meet the candidates, and talk about the future of Morton Grove. Many attendees... - March 06, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
AmpleHarvest.org Campaign Announces Partnership with the National Council of Churches
AmpleHarvest.org and the faith community work to help food pantries get fresh produce. - March 04, 2011 - AmpleHarvest.org
Dr. Jocelyn Mitchell-Williams Joins Family Service’s Board of Trustees
Family Service is proud to announce Dr. Jocelyn Mitchell-Williams as the newest member of their Board of Trustees. With her recent appointment as Associate Dean for Multicultural and Community Affairs of Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, and her impressive background in the medical field,... - March 03, 2011 - Family Service
Compass Partners Launches Annual National Summit
On April 1 over 300 innovators from around the world will gather in Washington, DC for Shift Series, a two-day summit focused on creating solutions to some of the world’s greatest problems. This conference, hosted by Compass Partners (www.compasspartners.org), will explore the ways that we can more effectively make a difference as individuals, institutions and society as a whole. Registration is now officially open at www.shiftseries.com. - March 03, 2011 - Compass Partners
California STEM Learning Network Appoints Christopher Roe as New CEO
Roe will lead effort to increase California's capacity to provide high-quality learning opportunities for all students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. - March 01, 2011 - California STEM Learning Network
How to Win an Oscar: be a Child Actor BizParentz Announces the A+ List of Former Child Actors
With a constant stream of child actors-gone-bad in the news, one organization wants the world to know that most former child actors are doing just fine. BizParentz Foundation releases the "A+ List" of former child actors, several of whom are nominated for Oscars this Sunday. - February 25, 2011 - BizParentz Foundation
Morton Grove Action Party Announces Election Headquarters Hours of Operation
The Morton Grove Action Party encourages residents in the Village to visit its election headquarters, located at 5836 W. Dempster, Morton Grove. Stop in to say hello and meet the candidates running for the April 5, 2011 municipal election; pick up some detailed information on issues affecting the... - February 23, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Morton Grove Election Topics -- Village Accomplishments Under Action Party Leadership
Since 2009, the Village Board, under the leadership of the Action Party, has continued to move the Village of Morton Grove forward. - February 23, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Booth Registration Open for Women Helping Women Business Expo in Raleigh
Women’s Power Networking invites local business owners to register for a booth at the annual Women Helping Women Business Expo. This year’s event is being held June 9, 2011 from 5:30pm-9pm at the Cardinal Club in downtown Raleigh. - February 22, 2011 - Women's Power Networking
Morton Grove Election Update -- Action Party “Meeting the Candidates” Event a Success
The Morton Grove Action Party held a successful “Meet the Candidates” afternoon on Sunday, January 30, 2011, at Giordano’s of Morton Grove. Residents came out to meet the three candidates on the Action Party’s slate for the upcoming April 2011 municipal election, Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and Maria S. Toth. - February 18, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Reigning NBA Development League MVP Mike Harris Rejoins HSBCAMPS Team
Texas Native & Rice Record Holder Returns to Coach, Mentor, & Give Back - February 16, 2011 - HSBCAMPS
Georgia Association for Women Lawyers Announces "Art and the City" Scholarship Art Auction
Theme for Annual Art Auction to Support Legal Scholarships Announced - February 15, 2011 - Georgia Association for Women Lawyers
Women’s Power Networking Announces 2011 Board of Directors
Women’s Power Networking 11 member board of dedicated and committed women work as a team in a collaborative environment to provide members opportunities to grow and succeed. - February 12, 2011 - Women's Power Networking
U.S. Dream Academy to Present Charles S. Dutton’s One Man Show, "From Jail to Yale" in Partnership with the University of Houston Department of African American Studies
Award winning actor, Charles S. Dutton will star in the highly acclaimed one man show, “From Jail to Yale: Serving Time on Stage” on February 26, 2011 at 6:45pm at the University of Houston’s Cullen Performance Hall (4800 Calhoun Road, Houston, TX 77204). The show will be... - February 10, 2011 - U.S. Dream Academy
Rescue Organization Seeks New Legislation to End Stray Pet Overpopulation in Illinois
Gateway Pet Guardians urge residents of Illinois to sign petition for HB 240, a new legislation that will allow Trap/Neuter/Release in the state of Illinois. - February 10, 2011 - Gateway Pet Guardians
St. Louis Dog Rescue Volunteer Travels Through Blizzard to Feed Stray Dogs
As the rest of St. Louis waits out the winter storm from the comfort of their own homes, Gateway Pet Guardians volunteer and founder P.J. Hightower continues her daily rounds - even in a blizzard. - February 06, 2011 - Gateway Pet Guardians
Operation Gratitude Launches Wounded Warrior Care Package Program
Operation Gratitude Extends Its Outreach to Our Wounded Warriors. - February 05, 2011 - Operation Gratitude
While Haiti Has Experienced Some Progress, More Attention Needs to be Devoted to the Future of Haiti’s Orphans, Asserts WWO CEO Dr. Jane Aronson
One-year after the devastating earthquake, Dr. Jane Aronson, Founder and CEO of Worldwide Orphans Foundation (WWO), returned from a mission trip to Haiti on Jan. 28, where she assessed the plight of orphans and vulnerable children and identified specific needs for long-term assistance programs to... - February 02, 2011 - Worldwide Orphans Foundation
De Anza, NSDAR Hosts History Contest Award Ceremony and Colonial Tea
The De Anza Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), will host an Award Ceremony and Colonial Tea on Saturday, February 5, 2011, 1:00 p.m., The Church of the Nativity located at 6309 El Apajo Road in Rancho Santa Fe. The prestigious, nationally recognized... - January 29, 2011 - De Anza, NSDAR
Immigration Voice: President's Vision on Immigration "in the Right Direction"
Immigration Voice applauds the President’s recognition of our broken immigration system that allows for educating foreign nationals in the best universities this country has to offer and refrain from utilizing the investment made on them. The President’s call to reform in his State of... - January 28, 2011 - Immigration Voice
Universities, Judges and Sponsors Attracted to National Security Innovation Competition 2011
Only university competition awarding scholarships for innovation serving national security needs is achieving great participation from universities, judges and sponsors for April 2011 event – but there’s still time to enter and support the competition. - January 28, 2011 - Colorado Homeland Defense Alliance
Historic 'I AM EQUAL' Human Rights Project Comes to Salt Lake City
International photo project shines light on human rights in the Beehive State. - January 27, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Ambitious 'I AM EQUAL' Human Rights Photo Project Comes to San Francisco
Global photo project shines light on human rights issues in the Bay Area. - January 27, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Historic Human Rights Project Comes to Las Vegas
The ‘I AM EQUAL’ photo project shines light on human rights issues in the desert oasis. - January 26, 2011 - I AM EQUAL FOUNDATION
Five Stars Figure Skating Club of Texas Skaters Participated in the City of McKinney/Dr. Pepper Star Center McKinney at Craig Ranch Winter Blast! on Saturday
Five members of the Stars Figure Skating Club of Texas participated in the City of McKinney/Dr. Pepper Star Center McKinney at Craig Ranch Winter Blast! event on Saturday, January 22nd. The skaters performed in a mini-Expo at the beginning of the free public skate session. Jamie Miller, Claire... - January 25, 2011 - Stars Figure Skating Club of Texas
Independent Adoption Center Launches Social Support Network for Birthmothers
The Independent Adoption Center announced the release of the first of its kind, exclusive social networking website to support women who choose open adoption. - January 23, 2011 - Independent Adoption Center
Junior League of Long Island Requests Clothing Donations for Fourth Annual First Step Program
Junior League’s First Step Helps Long Island Women Re-enter the Workforce and Gain Independence. - January 22, 2011 - The Junior League of Long Island
WWII Hero Colonial Vincent Fonke Joins Internet Radio Host Ann Rowan on “Decision to Serve” January 23, 2011, at 3:00 PM Eastern
WWII Hero retired Colonial Vincent Fonke joins internet radio host Ann Rowan on www.BlogTalkRadio.com/FLWI with Jan.23nd episode “Decision to Serve WWII” Distinguished Flying Cross medal recipient and P.O.W. shares highlights of his heroic military service. - January 19, 2011 - Fountains of Living Waters Int'l
BizParentz' CARE Awards Invite Applications -- Child Actor Recognition Event
Tired of child-actor-gone bad stories? One organization in Hollywood is battling the image of child actors and supporting the gifted kids who are doing it right. - January 17, 2011 - BizParentz Foundation
Billings Swords for Kids Community Project Vying for Pepsi’s Top Grant Dollars
Swords for Kids Community Project Hoping to Gain Enough Votes to Win $250,000 in Pepsi's Refresh Everything Grant Campaign. - January 15, 2011 - Swords for Kids
Morton Grove Action Party Hosts “Meet the Candidates” Event
End the first month of the New Year with camaraderie and an “all-you-can eat ‘n drink” pizza and pop party. Join the Morton Grove Action Party at Giordano's in Morton Grove to meet the Trustee candidates for the April 5, 2011 municipal election. Incumbents Shel Marcus, John C. Thill, and Maria S. Toth are running for re-election to the Morton Grove Village Board. - January 10, 2011 - Action Party of Morton Grove
General James Amos, 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Brings Milestone Package to Afghanistan
Operation Gratitude today revealed that the organization's 600,000th Care Package, containing the keys to a Victory Vegas 8-Ball Motorcycle, was personally delivered on Christmas Day by Marine Corps Commandant, General James Amos, to a Lance Corporal deployed in the Sangin District of Helmand... - January 08, 2011 - Operation Gratitude
13yr Old Mary-Pat Hector Partners Up with Multiplatinum Producer Kevin "Khao" Cates to Make One of the Biggest Youth Movements in History
13 yr old Mary-Pat Hector, national president and founder of "Youth In Action" partners up with one of the music industry's most well known producers, multiplatinum producer Kevin "Khao" Cates and founder of "Bridge Da Gap" with one goal in mind and that's to save the lives of our youth. - January 07, 2011 - Bridge DA Gap
The City of Miami Gardens Honors Program Will Provide Paid Internships for Local Students
The City of Miami Gardens Honors Program will provide local students with paid internships at the City of Miami Gardens, sharing with them the opportunity to gain practical and professional experience in government. - December 31, 2010 - City of Miami Gardens
Universities to Compete in National Security Innovation Competition 2011
Only university competition awarding scholarships for innovation serving national security needs -- Call for papers - December 29, 2010 - Colorado Homeland Defense Alliance