6705 Entertainment and Leisure 6704 Arts and Crafts 6773 Astrology 6707 Books 7211 Entertainment and Leisure News 6717 Fashion 6718 Food 6726 Games 7239 History of Entertainment and Leisure 6733 Hobbies 6739 Home and Garden 6740 Movies 10746 Music 6769 Outdoor Recreation 6772 Paranormal Phenomena 6774 Pets 6783 Radio 6784 Sports 6806 Television 6810 Theater 6811 Travel and Tourism res:ipl-15119 "The United States Chess Federation (USCF) is the official, not-for-profit US membership organization for chess players and chess supporters of all ages and strengths, from beginners to Grandmasters." This official web site provides opportunities to play chess online, by mail, or face-to-face. FAQs, tips for beginners, chess news, membership inform ... http://www.uschess.org/index.php res:ipl-15119 English United States Chess Federation chess organizations chess clubs chess matches chess championships chess tournaments Chess Life Magazine Chess Life Online United States Chess Federation 2011-07-21T15:45:30.538Z United States Chess Federation 2011-07-21T15:45:30.538Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Games info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14798 The US branch of Mensa, the international high IQ society. Site offers online games, a job board, resources for parents of gifted children, and more. http://www.us.mensa.org/ res:ipl-14798 English intelligence giftedness gifted intelligence quotient American Mensa 2011-03-24T18:44:12.793Z American Mensa 2011-03-24T18:44:12.793Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14426 Organization whose mission is to "Activate a values-based and principle-driven sport system;" to "Advocate for sport that is fair, safe and open; and" to "Protect the integrity of sport." Find information on ethical threats to sport as well as information on the organization itself. http://www.cces.ca/ res:ipl-14426 English French Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport 2011-08-01T15:40:45.023Z Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport 2011-08-01T15:40:45.023Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15304 American Film Institute "AFI is America's promise to preserve the history of the motion picture, educate the next generation of storytellers, and honor the artists and their work." Offers videos and podcasts, a catalog of feature films, AFI's "100 Years ...100 Movie Quotes" and other lists, information on the AFI Awards, including the AFI Life Achievement Award, and AFI e ... http://www.afi.com/ res:ipl-15304 English American Film Institute movie film AFI Catalog of American Feature Films Louis B. Mayer Library AFI Theater AFI.com 2011-02-01T02:19:54.800Z AFI.com 2011-02-01T02:19:54.800Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Movies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13743 The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) serves as the voice and advocate of the American motion picture, home video and television industries domestically. The home page provides access to facts, movie rating information, new items and anti-piracy issues. http://www.mpaa.org/ English The Motion Picture Association of America 2009-12-09T19:51:38.003Z The Motion Picture Association of America 2009-12-09T19:51:38.003Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Movies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13843 PBS is a "private, non-profit corporation whose members are the nation??s public TV stations." This site provide links to information regarding programming, individual stations, distribution, product information and learning services. http://www.pbs.org/ English PBS Online 2009-12-09T19:51:45.697Z PBS Online 2009-12-09T19:51:45.697Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Television info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13745 The University Film and Video Association promotes discourse between filmmakers and historians/theorists. It provides opportunities for filmmakers to meet with colleagues, attend conferences, subscribe to quarterly journals and newsletters, apply for scholarships and meet film and video educators. The home page provides information re: conference ... http://www.ufva.org/ English University Film and Video Association 2009-12-09T19:51:38.081Z University Film and Video Association 2009-12-09T19:51:38.081Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Movies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15960 ANARC was founded in 1964 to promote the interchange of ideas and information among North American radio clubs. It communicates on behalf radio clubs with broadcasters, equipment manufacturers, dealers, the news media and the general public. The site features links to clubs and committees. It also includes a glossary of terms. http://www.anarc.org/ English The Association of North American Radio Clubs 2009-12-09T19:54:14.529Z The Association of North American Radio Clubs 2009-12-09T19:54:14.529Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Radio info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15105 The Mythopoeic Society is "a non-profit international literary and educational organization for the study, discussion, and enjoyment of fantasy and mythic literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. Members of the Mythopoeic Society include scholars, writers, and readers of mythic and fantasy literature." ... http://www.mythsoc.org/ English The Mythopoeic Society 2009-12-09T19:53:13.035Z The Mythopoeic Society 2009-12-09T19:53:13.035Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15572 The BFI offers a huge range of services both for the general public and for organisations with an interest in film or television. These are just some of them: it runs the UK's National Film Theatre, supports cinemas UK-wide and runs the London Film Festival, and also support film festivals UK-wide. In addition, the BFI preserves the UK's film and ... http://www.bfi.org.uk/ English film televison The British Film Institute 2009-12-09T19:53:46.862Z The British Film Institute 2009-12-09T19:53:46.862Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Movies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15522 "A democratic forum to discuss problems affecting the hobby and to provide an authoritative voice to counter ill-informed and frequently misleading criticism of the hobby. You will find links to Membership forms, A list of all NCMD clubs by NCMD Region, Meeting details, An archive of past and current NCMD documents and Pamphlets, Forthcoming Rall ... http://www.ncmd.co.uk/ English National Council for Metal Detecting 2009-12-09T19:53:42.713Z National Council for Metal Detecting 2009-12-09T19:53:42.713Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15117 "Since 1980, the ACC has generated interest in cribbage by promoting the growth of local clubs, sanctioning tournaments, standardizing the rules of play and creating programs to teach the young. There are over 6,700 ACC members! " This site contains cribbage tips, a club directory, tournament schedules, and a listing of tournament results by r ... http://www.cribbage.org/ English American Cribbage Congress 2009-12-09T19:53:13.745Z American Cribbage Congress 2009-12-09T19:53:13.745Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Games info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15746 "The Council conducts scientific research to benefit hot dog and sausage manufacturers. The Council also serves as an information resource to consumers and media on questions related to quality, safety, nutrition and preparation of hot dogs and sausages." <br> Features include facts and trivia about hot dogs and sausage, including preparation and ... http://www.hot-dog.org/ English Meat National Hot Dog and Sausage Council 2009-12-09T19:53:59.354Z National Hot Dog and Sausage Council 2009-12-09T19:53:59.354Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Food info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15018 "Founded in 1947, the International Jugglers Association is a non-profit organization uniquely dedicated to the advancement and promotion of juggling worldwide. The IJA membership represents an incredibly diverse array of skills, ages and interests, and spans the range from amateurs to dedicated professionals." The site has a discussion forum, inf ... http://www.juggle.org/ English International Jugglers Association 2009-12-09T19:53:06.354Z International Jugglers Association 2009-12-09T19:53:06.354Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15372 "Located in the United States, NAPPA is the oldest Potbellied Pig Service Organization in the World, offering education and information about the Pet Pig." The site includes lists of certified breeders and shelters, access to selected articles from the association's newsletter, online informational brochures, and lists of veterinarians. http://www.petpigs.com/ English North American Potbellied Pig Association 2009-12-09T19:53:31.907Z North American Potbellied Pig Association 2009-12-09T19:53:31.907Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15249 "The Chess Federation of Canada (C.F.C.) is a charitable organization whose mandate is to promote and encourage the knowledge, study and play of the game of chess in Canada. The C.F.C. organizes National Championships (Canadian Closed, Canadian Women??s Closed, Canadian Junior and Canadian Cadet), and provides funding for the winners to go on to th ... http://www.chess.ca/ English The Chess Federation of Canada 2009-12-09T19:53:22.521Z The Chess Federation of Canada 2009-12-09T19:53:22.521Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Games info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15358 "The AMERICAN RABBIT BREEDERS ASSOCIATION, INC. is an organization dedicated to the promotion, development and improvement of the domestic rabbit and cavy industry and fancy. With over 35,000 members throughout the United States, Canada and abroad, our members range from the pet owner with one rabbit or cavy to the breeder or commercial raiser with ... http://www.arba.net/ English American Rabbit Breeders Association 2009-12-09T19:53:30.940Z American Rabbit Breeders Association 2009-12-09T19:53:30.940Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15670 "You'll find information about our club, how to get started with radio controlled models, RC-related events and lots of interesting links on the web." http://www.charlesriverrc.org/ English radio control modeling The Charles River Radio Controllers 2009-12-09T19:53:53.732Z The Charles River Radio Controllers 2009-12-09T19:53:53.732Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15165 "Is your pet unconventional? Do people put you down because your pet isn't a socially acceptable cat, dog or goldfish? Do you prefer the companionship of a domestic ferret, sugar glider, hedgehog, gerbil, snake, lizard, prairie dog, domestic skunk, degu, wallaby, emu, parrot, millipede, llama, exotic cat, monkey or ? Do you have trouble finding i ... http://www.altpet.net/ English National Alternative Pet Association 2009-12-09T19:53:16.990Z National Alternative Pet Association 2009-12-09T19:53:16.990Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15357 The AFA's goals and services are "to promote the domestic ferret as a companion animal," "to help protect the domestic ferret against anti-ferret legislation, mistreatment, unsound breeding practices and overpopulation, needless scientific research, and any practice deemed to lower the health standards or survivability of the animal," and "to provi ... http://www.ferret.org/ English American Ferret Association 2009-12-09T19:53:30.865Z American Ferret Association 2009-12-09T19:53:30.865Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15110 "The North American Tiddlywinks Association (NATwA), founded in 1966, is an organization which sponsors tiddlywinks tournaments, distributes winks equipment, recruits new players, and promotes the game in general. NATwA publishes an informal newsletter, <CITE>Newswink</CITE>, to keep winkers informed of recent events." On this site, you can find o ... http://www.tiddlywinks.org/ English North American Tiddlywinks Association 2009-12-09T19:53:13.362Z North American Tiddlywinks Association 2009-12-09T19:53:13.362Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Games info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14657 This site details membership information for both the Society of American Magicians, and their junior association, the Society of Young Magicians (for youths ages 7-17). Also included are descriptions of their monthly publications "MUM" and "SYM", direct e-mail links to contact anyone who is a national officer, council member, or member of a commi ... http://www.magicsam.com/ English Society of American Magicians 2009-12-09T19:52:42.554Z Society of American Magicians 2009-12-09T19:52:42.554Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14763 "An organization of recording professionals which present the Grammy Awards and educational, cultural, professional development and human service programs." Site contains information about the academy's educational and philanthropic efforts, plus an in-depth look at the academy's Grammy Awards. http://www.grammy.com/ English National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences 2009-12-09T19:52:49.308Z National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences 2009-12-09T19:52:49.308Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Music info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14295 A non-profit organization, based in Pennsylvania, whose objective is "to reward the Nobility & the Quality of craftsmen's work". One of its goals is to "promote interaction and the exchange of information between craftsman bakers, their suppliers, and specialists in the science of baking and baking ingredients." BBGA has several activities includin ... http://www.bbga.org/ English The Bread Bakers Guild of America 2009-12-09T19:52:16.852Z The Bread Bakers Guild of America 2009-12-09T19:52:16.852Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Food info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14102 "The Amateur Athletic Foundation (AAF) is a private non-profit institution endowed with Southern California's share of the surplus funds generated by 1984 Olympic Games. The AAF was established to manage that endowment for the benefit of youth sports throughout Southern California. Located in the historic Britt House since 1985, the AAF has committ ... http://www.la84foundation.org/ English Amateur Athletic Foundation of Los Angeles 2009-12-09T19:52:04.084Z Amateur Athletic Foundation of Los Angeles 2009-12-09T19:52:04.084Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14709 "The National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) is the largest organization devoted to the development, promotion, and enjoyment of thehobby of model railroading. These web pages will tell you more about the NMRA: the benefits of membership for those interested in the model railroading hobby, how the NMRA is organized, where and when our upcoming ... http://www.nmra.org/ English National Model Railroad Association 2009-12-09T19:52:45.648Z National Model Railroad Association 2009-12-09T19:52:45.648Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14731 "The National Cable Television Association is the cable industry??s major trade association. Founded in 1952, NCTA??s primary mission is to provide its members with a strong national presence by providing a single, unified voice on issues affecting the cable industry." The site itself is full of content ranging from the history of the NCTA, to an ... http://www.ncta.com/ English National Cable Television Association 2009-12-09T19:52:47.009Z National Cable Television Association 2009-12-09T19:52:47.009Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Television info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14797 "An all-volunteer-non-profit organization that rescues rabbits and educates the public on rabbit care." Includes "FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) on all of the most important areas of care including litter-training, diet, housing, chewing, and aggression." HRS publishes <cite>House Rabbit Journal</cite> and features current articles on the websi ... http://www.rabbit.org/ English House Rabbit Society 2009-12-09T19:52:51.971Z House Rabbit Society 2009-12-09T19:52:51.971Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-29247 The mission of this assocation is to "To promote the education and advancement of our membership in the personal chef industry and the betterment of the industry as a whole." Portions of this site require membership in APCA. http://www.personalchef.com/ English American Personal Chef Association 2009-12-09T20:02:59.451Z American Personal Chef Association 2009-12-09T20:02:59.451Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Food info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-32437 "The National Cosmetology Association is a nationwide community of...salon professionals." Part of the mission is to raise "the professionalism of the...salon industry." Membership includes "hairdressers, estheticians, nail technicians, educators, distributors, and manufacturer representatives." Members "have access to education, fashion events, ... http://www.ncacares.org/ English National Cosmetology Association 2009-12-09T20:04:22.277Z National Cosmetology Association 2009-12-09T20:04:22.277Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Fashion info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-33357 "Founded in 1952, World Leisure, is a world-wide, non-governmental association of persons and organizations dedicated to discovering and fostering those conditions best permitting leisure to serve as a force for human growth, development and well-being." The site includes information on world congresses, forums and conferences, commissions and work ... http://www.worldleisure.org/ English World Leisure 2009-12-09T20:04:31.890Z World Leisure 2009-12-09T20:04:31.890Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-85357 South Pacific "the peak academic body in the western Pacific region promoting the study of drama in any performing medium," the ADSA represents members of staff and postgraduate students of Australasian tertiary institutions who are engaged in teaching, research and practice in theatre, drama and performance studies. Includes information about scholarships, conf ... http://www.adsa.edu.au/adsa/ res:ipl-85357 English Australasian Association for Theatre, Drama and Performance Studies Australasian Drama Studies Journal of the Association for the Study of Australian Literature Marlis Thiersch Prize Philip Parsons Prize Rob Jordan Prize Veronica Kelly Prize Australasian news Australasian Association for Theatre, Drama and Performance Studies 2010-11-30T00:06:17.302Z Australasian Association for Theatre, Drama and Performance Studies 2010-11-30T00:06:17.302Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Theater info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14039 "The Area 51 Research Center is a private research and publishing company investigating the many mysteries of Nevada's military 'Restricted Zone.' Our areas of interest include UFOs, military activities, government secrets, desert geography, psychology and philosophy--anything which might assist our quest for truth. Our primary goal is to collect i ... http://www.ufomind.com/area51/ English Area 51 Research Center 2009-12-09T19:51:59.878Z Area 51 Research Center 2009-12-09T19:51:59.878Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15194 "America WALKs is a national coalition of walking advocacy groups dedicated to promoting livable communities where people walk because it's a realchoice. Our mission is to foster the development of community-based walking advocacy groups, and to educate and inform the public about the benefits of walking, in order to improve conditions for walking ... http://www.americawalks.org/ English America WALKs 2009-12-09T19:53:19.079Z America WALKs 2009-12-09T19:53:19.079Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15162 "The American Kitefliers Association was founded in 1964 by the late Robert M. Ingraham of New Mexico. Now, with over 4,000 members, in 35 countries, we are the largest association of kiters in the world. Our purpose is to educate the public in the art, history, technology, and practice of building and flying kites - to advance the joys and values ... http://www.aka.kite.org/ English American Kitefliers Association 2009-12-09T19:53:16.724Z American Kitefliers Association 2009-12-09T19:53:16.724Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14707 The International String Figure Association (ISFA) is a not-for-profit organization whose primary goal is to gather, preserve, and distribute string figure knowledge so that future generations will continue to enjoy this ancient pastime. The site contains information on becoming a member, the publications ISFA produces, a brief history of string fi ... http://members.iquest.net/~webweavers/isfa.htm English International String Figure Association 2009-12-09T19:52:45.495Z International String Figure Association 2009-12-09T19:52:45.495Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15837 "The United States Parachute Association (USPA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the safe enjoyment of skydiving. USPA works with skydiving centers and clubs, member skydivers, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to identify and eliminate potentially unsafe practices and provide proper training for instructors and s ... http://www.uspa.org/ res:ipl-15837 English Parachuting Skydiving Drop zones U.S. Parachute Association 2010-09-22T19:23:55.284Z U.S. Parachute Association 2010-09-22T19:23:55.284Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13770 ASTA is the largest association of travel professionals in the world. Despite its name, its 25,000 members represent over 136 countries. This site provides information about the organization and its membership, an ASTA Travel Directory, an on-line library of travel news and information, a calendar of ASTA events, a publications catalog, and links t ... http://www.asta.org/ res:ipl-13770 English tourism travel tips travel information American Society of Travel Agents 2011-03-02T14:49:28.573Z American Society of Travel Agents 2011-03-02T14:49:28.573Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Travel & Tourism info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14871 According to the website, the CFA is "is the world's largest registry of pedigreed breeds." The website offers a wealth of information on cat care and cat breeds. http://www.cfa.org/ res:ipl-14871 English The Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. pedigreed cat pedigreed cat cat breed cat breeds cat breeding cat show cat shows show cat show cats The Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. 2011-08-01T15:40:45.208Z The Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. 2011-08-01T15:40:45.208Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Cats info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15885 "The Cadillac LaSalle Club, Inc. was formed for the express purpose of encouraging automobile enthusiasts to band together for mutual interests in the preservation, restoration, and enjoyment of Cadillac and LaSalle cars. The Club recognizes Cadillac and LaSalle automobiles from 1902 through current models. Ownership is not a membership requireme ... https://www.cadillaclasalleclub.org/ res:ipl-15885 English Historic Motoring Automobilia Horseless carriage Cadillac LaSalle General Motors GM Cadillac LaSalle Club 2011-06-27T13:23:08.562Z Cadillac LaSalle Club 2011-06-27T13:23:08.562Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Automobiles info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14012 "In the spirit of the societies inspired in the early 20th century by the historic Arts & Crafts Movement, this site has been created to provide an online "home" for the present-day Arts & Crafts Movement community: artisans, craftspeople, collectors, lovers, etc." This site provides links to information regarding events, shows, archives, forums, ... http://www.arts-crafts.com/ English The Arts and Crafts Society 2009-12-09T19:51:57.769Z The Arts and Crafts Society 2009-12-09T19:51:57.769Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14015 "The mission of the American Whitewater Affiliation is to conserve and restore America's whitewater resources and to enhance opportunities to enjoy them safely." This page has links to information regarding membership, resources, rivers, publications, conservation and affiliates. http://www.americanwhitewater.org/ English The American Whitewater Affiliation 2009-12-09T19:51:58.032Z The American Whitewater Affiliation 2009-12-09T19:51:58.032Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13798 "OSSN was begun with the objective to create a voice in the travel industry for the commissioned Outside Sales Agent/Independent Contractor. The needs of this status of Travel Promoter are very different from the full time salaried travel agent.?? This site provides information about the organization, membership benefits and services, and a member ... http://www.ossn.com/ English Outside Sales Support Network 2009-12-09T19:51:41.680Z Outside Sales Support Network 2009-12-09T19:51:41.680Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Travel & Tourism info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14014 First incorporated in 1990, the Embroidery Trade Association now has a home page that provides links to information regarding membership, resources, events and current news. http://www.embroiderytrade.org/ English Embroidery Trade Association 2009-12-09T19:51:57.953Z Embroidery Trade Association 2009-12-09T19:51:57.953Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13771 ??The Children??s Book Council is a non-profit trade association of children??s book publishers and producers of related literacy materials for children.?? They promote and encourage children??s literature and are a resource for information re: materials and the industry. The also produce the official materials for National Children??s Book Week ... http://www.cbcbooks.org/ English The Children??s Book Council 2009-12-09T19:51:39.908Z The Children??s Book Council 2009-12-09T19:51:39.908Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Children's info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13772 ALAN actually stands for The Assembly on Literature for Adolescents of the National Council of Teachers of English. The Assembly on Literature for Adolescents is comprised of authors, teachers, librarians, publishers, students and anyone else interested in young adult literature. The sponsor workshops featuring authors and teachers and recognize ou ... http://www.alan-ya.org/ English The Assembly on Literature for Adolescents 2009-12-09T19:51:39.986Z The Assembly on Literature for Adolescents 2009-12-09T19:51:39.986Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Children's info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13999 The NHLPA has "joined the cyberspace community to stay in touch with the ever-increasing number of hockey fans around the world. Existing and potential fans will be able to read about - and interact - with their favorite players through the player of the Day profile, a weekly trivia challenge with NHLPA-autographed jerseys up for grabs, question-an ... http://www.nhlpa.com/ English The National Hockey League Players' Association 2009-12-09T19:51:56.442Z The National Hockey League Players' Association 2009-12-09T19:51:56.442Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Hockey info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15884 "CCCA is dedicated to the collecting, preservation and enjoyment of the world's finest automobiles which were manufactured from 1925 through 1948. As a group, they represent the pinnacle of engineering, styling and design for their era. While it is desirable to have a sincere interest in these fine automobiles, it is not a requirement to own a Full ... http://www.classiccarclub.org/ English Historic Motoring Automobilia Horseless carriage Antiques Classic Car Club of America 2009-12-09T19:54:09.578Z Classic Car Club of America 2009-12-09T19:54:09.578Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Automobiles info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15993 "OrigamiUSA formerly The Friends of The Origami Center of America is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt, educational and cultural arts organization which is dedicated to the sharing of paperfolding in America and around the world. OrigamiUSA holds classes, workshops and an annual convention. It publishes a quarterly magazine, instruction booklets and t ... http://www.origami-usa.org/ English Origami Paperfolding OrigamiUSA 2009-12-09T19:54:17.025Z OrigamiUSA 2009-12-09T19:54:17.025Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15804 An organization dedicated to the promotion of license plate collecting and research, the exchange of information and plates, as well as all fraternal benefits of sharing a common hobby interest with others throughout the world. Website includes license plate resources (trivia, cleaning tips), information about collecting plates, news, and membersh ... http://www.alpca.org/ English license licence plate tag The Automobile License Plate Collectors Association 2009-12-09T19:54:03.226Z The Automobile License Plate Collectors Association 2009-12-09T19:54:03.226Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Collecting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15816 "Parks & People Foundation works to improve the quality of life in Baltimore neighborhoods. Our staff, volunteers, and partners in the community develop innovative solutions to issues facing our city including the restoration of our neighborhoods and their natural resources as well as the academic enrichment and motivation of our children." Websit ... http://www.parksandpeople.org/ English parks people Baltimore urban urban parks community community forestry forestry greening Parks and People Foundation 2009-12-09T19:54:04.083Z Parks and People Foundation 2009-12-09T19:54:04.083Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15883 "Organization for the preservation and restoration of old Chevrolet cars and trucks. The membership has available to it the many years of experience with Chevrolets of fellow enthusiasts and technical advisors who specialize in particular model years." Site includes selected articles from their national magazine, upcoming events, a directory of te ... http://www.vcca.org/ English Historic Automobiles Motoring Automobilia Horseless carriage Chevrolet GM General Motors Vintage Chevrolet Club of America 2009-12-09T19:54:09.502Z Vintage Chevrolet Club of America 2009-12-09T19:54:09.502Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Automobiles info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15777 Association for golf caddies which has a mission to "provide additional income opportunities, assist other charities through its foundation, and provide educational programs and benefits for caddies worldwide, and to bring back caddies at the club level and preserve the game of Golf. PCA provides a self-study course to educate participants about ca ... http://www.pcaworldwide.com/ English Golf Professional Caddies Association 2009-12-09T19:54:01.466Z Professional Caddies Association 2009-12-09T19:54:01.466Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Golf info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15765 "The first controlling body for pedigreed cats in Australia, we promote the welfare of all cats, the responsible breeding and showing of the recognised breeds of cats, and the showing of desexed domestic cats." Website includes "information about cats and the cat fancy in Australia: shows, breed standards, affiliated registering bodies, Judges, ACF ... http://www.acf.asn.au/ English cats felines The Australian Cat Federation 2009-12-09T19:54:00.645Z The Australian Cat Federation 2009-12-09T19:54:00.645Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Cats info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15873 Organization dedicated to license plate hobbyists. While our roots are in the western United States, we are proud to include members from throughout North America and the world. Website includes general information on license plate collecting, convention information, and images of license plates. http://www.alpcasilverstate.org/ English License Plates Tags Nevada Nevada International License Plate Society 2009-12-09T19:54:08.686Z Nevada International License Plate Society 2009-12-09T19:54:08.686Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Collecting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15782 "The national organization for the American Singer breed of canary. The Club's objective is to 'promote the best interest of the members in the breeding of AMERICAN SINGER CANARIES, to disseminate information, to hold meetings, to do any and all things which will stimulate a public interest in this work." The site contains information on shows and ... http://www.upatsix.com/asc/ English Canaries Birds American Singers Club 2009-12-09T19:54:01.904Z American Singers Club 2009-12-09T19:54:01.904Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Birds info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15847 International Arabian Horse Association Official breed association and registry for Arabian, Half-Arabian and Anglo-Arabian horse breeds in the U.S. Extensive information on the breeding, competitive and recreational interests of owners provided via news releases, articles, event listings and related programs. http://www.arabianhorses.org/default2.asp English International Arabian Horse Association Arabian Arab horses horse breeds horse shows equestrian events International Arabian Horse Association 2009-12-09T19:54:06.199Z International Arabian Horse Association 2009-12-09T19:54:06.199Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Horses info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15954 "The American Bartenders Association is a nonprofit organization that supports and promotes "The Spirit of Professionalism!" in the bartending industry by providing resources for business, mixology, marketing, job enhancement, personal growth, and education." The website features a bartender's bookstore, information on bartending schools, a resour ... http://www.bartending101.com/ English Mixology Liquor Drinks Recipes American Bartenders Association 2009-12-09T19:54:14.124Z American Bartenders Association 2009-12-09T19:54:14.124Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Food--Drink info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15751 "The Harley Hummer Club, Inc. is an organization dedicated to the preservation and restoration of the American-made Harley-Davidson lightweight motorcycle." Site includes a short history of the Hummer, information on models and how to restore them, pictures of members bikes, historical advertisements and dealer's pamphlets, and a Hummer exchange f ... http://www.harleyhummerclub.org/ English Motorcycles The Harley Hummer Club 2009-12-09T19:53:59.766Z The Harley Hummer Club 2009-12-09T19:53:59.766Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Automobiles info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14984 "TICA is the World's Largest Genetic Registry of Pedigreed Cats and Household Pets." The site has a show calendar and breed standards. It also has articles on general cat care and links to other organizations and sites about cats. http://www.tica.org/ English The International Cat Association 2009-12-09T19:53:04.346Z The International Cat Association 2009-12-09T19:53:04.346Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Cats info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14947 United Kingdom "The Federation is a national, voluntary organisation concerned with children and their books. Our aim is to promote enjoyment and interest in children's books and reading, and to encourage the availability of a range of literature for all ages, from pre-school to teenage. The Federation liaises with schools, playgroups, publishers, libraries and o ... http://www.btinternet.com/~martin.kromer/ English children's books picture books kid's books The Federation of Children's Book Groups 2009-12-09T19:53:01.861Z The Federation of Children's Book Groups 2009-12-09T19:53:01.861Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Children's info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15740 "NDGAA was established in 1969. We are a professional membership association of persons engaged in the grooming and care of dogs for the promotion of excellence in professional standards. Our curriculum of activities include educational workshops and certification testing, conduction of meetings, seminars and grooming competitions. We also maintain ... http://www.nationaldoggroomers.com/ English National Dog Groomers Association of America, Inc. 2009-12-09T19:53:59.019Z National Dog Groomers Association of America, Inc. 2009-12-09T19:53:59.019Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Dogs info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15118 "Here you will find Canadian Knitwear Designers, Teachers, Pattern and Yarn Retailers, Authors, Book Distributors, Hand and Machine Knitters, and Knitting Guides." Designed to promote knitting in Canada, the CKDA also maintains a membership directory, a calendar of events and posts "What's New" updates on a regular basis. http://www.canknit.com/ English Canadian Knitwear Designers' Association 2009-12-09T19:53:13.820Z Canadian Knitwear Designers' Association 2009-12-09T19:53:13.820Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15072 "MUFON, the Mutual UFO Network, was founded in 1969 as a multidisciplinary, grassroots approach to resolving the UFO mystery. One of the oldest such organizations in existence, it is now by far the largest, with more than 5000 members, field investigators, consultants and research specialists worldwide. Among other activities, MUFON maintains a UFO ... http://www.mufon.com/ English Mutual UFO Network 2009-12-09T19:53:10.898Z Mutual UFO Network 2009-12-09T19:53:10.898Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15049 Australia Contains information about researching and investigating Australian ghosts and the paranormal.Includes investigations, ghost photo???s and videos, articles, and Australia???s most haunted sites. http://www.castleofspirits.com/website/old/Australianghosthunters/index.html English Castle of Spirits/AGHS equipment basics ghost ghosts paranormal ghost hunting ouija board Australian Ghost Hunters Society 2009-12-09T19:53:08.591Z Australian Ghost Hunters Society 2009-12-09T19:53:08.591Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15564 "A non-profit membership association devoted to preserving, studying, building, restoring and using wood-canvas, cedar strip and birchbark canoes, and to disseminating information about canoeing heritage in North America." http://www.wcha.org/ English The Wooden Canoe Heritage Association, Ltd. 2009-12-09T19:53:46.184Z The Wooden Canoe Heritage Association, Ltd. 2009-12-09T19:53:46.184Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15375 "United Federation of Doll Clubs was incorporated in 1949 with fourteen member clubs. Today there are more than seven hundred member clubs in seventeen countries with a total membership in excess of sixteen thousand people." Featured articles from Doll News Magazine are available online, along with a calendar of events, and links to doll-related ... http://www.ufdc.org/ English United Federation of Doll Clubs 2009-12-09T19:53:32.182Z United Federation of Doll Clubs 2009-12-09T19:53:32.182Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Collecting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15065 The IGHS is "an International Society of Ghost Researchers, Ghost Hunters and Ghost Believers." The site offers a free online newsletter to members, chat room, library of documents, and extensive ghost photo gallery. "The Ghost Web is the primary posting site for ghost photographs for members of the International Ghost Hunters Society so all can ... http://www.ghostweb.com/ English International Ghost Hunters Society 2009-12-09T19:53:10.346Z International Ghost Hunters Society 2009-12-09T19:53:10.346Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15039 "The American Society of Dowsers was founded in 1961. The organization has helped thousands of people to learn the ancient art of dowsing." The site has an FAQ about dowsing--using tools, like "L-rods, pendulums, Y-rods, bobbers and auremeters," to find sources of water--a schedule of events, chat rooms, and information about the dowsing e-mail d ... http://dowsers.new-hampshire.net/ English American Society of Dowsers 2009-12-09T19:53:07.904Z American Society of Dowsers 2009-12-09T19:53:07.904Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15042 "The American Tarot Association is organized for the purpose of bringing together qualified students, teachers and masters of the Tarot who are willing to subscribe to a high ethical standard and use the Tarot for the benefit of those for whom they read. We recognize Tarot as a useful tool for personal growth & spiritual development. " The site ha ... http://www.ata-tarot.com/ English American Tarot Association 2009-12-09T19:53:08.151Z American Tarot Association 2009-12-09T19:53:08.151Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15639 The United States Indoor Soccer Association is dedicated to the promotion of what it considers to be "one of the few truly American sports." USIndoor provides a forum for its membership, whether professional, adult, or youth leagues and associations. USIndoor offers services directly to its membership and clients, including marketing and sponsorshi ... http://www.usindoor.com/ English Indoor Soccer United States Indoor Soccer Association 2009-12-09T19:53:51.768Z United States Indoor Soccer Association 2009-12-09T19:53:51.768Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Soccer info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14943 The Guild is "a permanent association of writers, artists, librarians, teachers, editors, publishers, and distributors dedicated to upholding and stimulating high standards of writing and illustrating for children, increasing knowledge and use of better books for children in the community, and cooperating with other groups having similar purposes. ... http://www.childrensbookguild.org/ English The Children's Book Guild 2009-12-09T19:53:01.623Z The Children's Book Guild 2009-12-09T19:53:01.623Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Children's info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14459 FIFA is the governing body of world soccer, an international federation of 197 national soccer associations. It is responsible for setting the rules of the game, organizing international competitions such as the World Cup, and settling disputes between member associations. Its website contains the full "Laws of the Game", technical information for ... http://www.fifa.com/index.html English Spanish Federation Internationale de Football Association 2009-12-09T19:52:28.451Z Federation Internationale de Football Association 2009-12-09T19:52:28.451Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Soccer info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14800 Gersten, Peter A. "This web site will bring you the most reliable and credible evidence of the extraterrestrial presence as CAUS strives to end all secrecy while funding research projects into proof of ET contact." http://www.v-j-enterprises.com/caus.html English UFO coverup UFO UFO's Alien Life Forms Roswell Hale-Bopp Citizens Against UFO Secrecy 2009-12-09T19:52:52.220Z Citizens Against UFO Secrecy 2009-12-09T19:52:52.220Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14299 The HGA was founded in 1969 to bring together weavers, spinners, dyers, basketweavers, patrons and educators interested in the fiber arts. It holds a biennial international conference for everyone who works in and loves fiber. Membership is open to anyone interested in this art. HGA publishes Shuttle, Spindle & Dyepot, a quarterly journal that serv ... http://www.weavespindye.org/ English Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. 2009-12-09T19:52:17.248Z Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. 2009-12-09T19:52:17.248Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14206 "The Farsight Institute was founded by Courtney Brown, Ph.D., in 1995, evolving from a research program that he conducted in the early 1990s which is described in his book <cite>Cosmic Voyage: A Scientific Discovery of Extraterrestrials Visiting Earth</cite>. Dr. Brown's investigations began with his being trained in a remote viewing technology tha ... http://www.farsight.org/ English The Farsight Institute of Scientific Remote Viewing 2009-12-09T19:52:11.242Z The Farsight Institute of Scientific Remote Viewing 2009-12-09T19:52:11.242Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14525 Official web site of the USSF, the governing body of Soccer in the United States. The USSF is responsible for overseeing the sport at all levels, from youth to professional. It conducts the training and certification of referees and coaches, oversees competitions such as the US Open Cup, and organizes US national teams. This site contains informati ... http://www.ussoccer.com/ English U.S. Soccer Federation 2009-12-09T19:52:33.462Z U.S. Soccer Federation 2009-12-09T19:52:33.462Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Soccer info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14431 "The National DeSoto Club, Inc is a not for profit corporation dedicated to the promotion and restoration of the DeSoto automobile. Homepage DeSoto includes a history of the DeSoto automobile, special photo exhibits, selected articles from 'DeSoto Adventures' and membership as well as contact information for the National DeSoto Club, Inc." http://www.desoto.org/index.php?module=ContentExpress&func=display&ceid=16&meid=-1 English The National DeSoto Club 2009-12-09T19:52:26.633Z The National DeSoto Club 2009-12-09T19:52:26.633Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Automobiles info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14866 The CYA website is "an introduction to boating activity across Canada. Here you will find contact information for CYA officials, the provincial sailing associations, member sailing schools, lists of member yacht clubs and much, much more." The site keeps track of current sailing news and events and is available in French or English versions. http://www.sailing.ca/ English Canadian Yachting Association 2009-12-09T19:52:56.667Z Canadian Yachting Association 2009-12-09T19:52:56.667Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14870 "The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) is a professional association of individual trainers who are committed to becoming better trainers through education. The APDT offers individual pet dog trainers a respected and concerted voice in the dog world. We continue to promote professional trainers to the veterinary profession and to increase pub ... http://www.apdt.com/ English Association of Pet Dog Trainers 2009-12-09T19:52:56.956Z Association of Pet Dog Trainers 2009-12-09T19:52:56.956Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Dogs info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14296 Founded in 1921, it is Britain's "only organisation devoted exclusively to the art and craft of stained glass". Membership is open to amateurs and professionals, students, art historians, collectors and anyone interested in the craft. It's activities are open to members and non-members. The associates and fellows are senior practicing members avail ... http://www.bsmgp.org.uk/ English British Society of Master Glass Painters 2009-12-09T19:52:16.929Z British Society of Master Glass Painters 2009-12-09T19:52:16.929Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14302 Founded in 1989, claims to be the "only professional organization solely devoted to the preservation and promotion of contemporary silversmithing -- specifically in the areas of holloware, flatware, and sculpture. SAS aims to educate the public in silversmithing techniques, silver care, restoration and conservation. It also assists students intere ... http://www.silversmithing.com/ English Society of American Silversmiths 2009-12-09T19:52:17.494Z Society of American Silversmiths 2009-12-09T19:52:17.494Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14298 Founded in 1974, the EAC's mission is to "preserve the traditional techniques and promote new challenges in the art of embroidery through education and networking." It has 37 chapters and nearly 2,000 members in Canada and other countries. EAC accepts gifts, donations and bequests which are tax deductible. The website has several links including Co ... http://www.eac.ca/ English Embroiderers' Association of Canada, Inc. 2009-12-09T19:52:17.113Z Embroiderers' Association of Canada, Inc. 2009-12-09T19:52:17.113Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14916 National association of casino entertainment industry members promoting responsible gaming. Includes industry factsheets, events and publications lists, and links to the entertainment industry. http://www.americangaming.org/ English American Gaming Association 2009-12-09T19:52:59.746Z American Gaming Association 2009-12-09T19:52:59.746Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Games--Gambling info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14708 This site contains information on how to join The Knitting Guild of America. It also contains links to their official magazine, "Cast On", the latest fun contest, information on conferences around the country, other knitting links, and how to get involved in their educational, Master Knitting Programs. http://www.tkga.com/ English The Knitting Guild of America 2009-12-09T19:52:45.572Z The Knitting Guild of America 2009-12-09T19:52:45.572Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14449 "The National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts is an educational, non-profit organization dedicated to the miniature collector and builder through sharing ideas and experiences among its members. NAME was founded in 1972 by Allegra Mott to promote the craft of miniature making through the association and friendship of its artisans, craftsmen an ... http://www.miniatures.org/ English National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts 2009-12-09T19:52:27.938Z National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts 2009-12-09T19:52:27.938Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Collecting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14109 "The mission of the National Restaurant Association is to protect, educate and promote the foodservice industry." This site provides information about the association as well as a wide variety of industry information. It includes links to recent press releases, excerpts from its "Restaurants USA" publication, government and regulatory issues, conve ... http://www.restaurant.org/ English National Restaurant Association 2009-12-09T19:52:04.666Z National Restaurant Association 2009-12-09T19:52:04.666Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Food--Restaurants info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14876 "Since 1960, the Canadian Cat Association had grown and evolved into a registry of great merit, with affiliated clubs across Canada. CCA will continue to look to the future while we carry on the dreams of our founders; to provide the Canadian cat fancy with an association that is governed by its members and dedicated to the well being of all cats." ... http://www.cca-afc.com/ English Canadian Cat Association 2009-12-09T19:52:57.426Z Canadian Cat Association 2009-12-09T19:52:57.426Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Cats info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14297 The CGOA's purpose is "to create and environment which shall provide education, network, resources and shall set a national standard for the quality, art & skill of crochet through creative endeavors. Membership is open to all who are interested in perpetuating the art of crochet. Founded in 1994, it has now grown to under 400 members. It holds an ... http://www.crochet.org/ English Crochet Guild of America 2009-12-09T19:52:17.035Z Crochet Guild of America 2009-12-09T19:52:17.035Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49601 "The American Homeowners Association (AHA) is a national consumer alliance membership organization that is for homeowners what the AAA is for automobile owners." While some resources are for members only, the site also includes some free information and articles. http://ahahome.com/ English American Homeowners Association 2009-12-09T20:06:01.804Z American Homeowners Association 2009-12-09T20:06:01.804Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15870 The mission of the California Restaurant Association is to be the definitive voice of the California foodservice industry and to protect and promote its success. Website includes a dining guide, information on the organization's educational foundation, and industry background. http://calrest.org/ res:ipl-15870 English CRAEF CRA Educational Foundation Western Foodservice Hospitality Expo California Restaurant Association 2010-10-04T17:08:17.772Z California Restaurant Association 2010-10-04T17:08:17.772Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Food--Restaurants info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14524 Official web site of the PGA of America. Contains information for members, news on PGA sponsored events, and advice for amateur golfers. Browsable by topic. http://www.pga.com/index.php res:ipl-14524 English Professional Golfers' Association 2010-09-22T19:23:49.246Z Professional Golfers' Association 2010-09-22T19:23:49.246Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Golf info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15791 "The Travel Industry Association of America (TIA), in existence since 1941, is?? The Washington DC based, non-profit association that represents and speaks for the common interests and concerns of all components of the U.S. travel industry. The recognized leader in promoting and facilitating increased travel to and within the United States in order ... http://www.ustravel.org/ res:ipl-15791 English Travel Industry Association of America 2010-09-22T19:23:55.016Z Travel Industry Association of America 2010-09-22T19:23:55.016Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Travel & Tourism info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14303 The CABC is a nonprofit organization that "fosters a thriving crafts community dedicated to developing an aware, appreciative public audience for craft. It has acted as the coordinating body for all craft disciplines in British Columbia. Membership categories are: family, student, senior and affiliate. CABC members receive the Craft Contacts newsl ... http://www.craftcouncilbc.ca/final2/index.htm res:ipl-14303 English Crafts Association of British Columbia 2010-09-22T19:23:48.047Z Crafts Association of British Columbia 2010-09-22T19:23:48.047Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-84188 Science Fiction Research Association "The Science Fiction Research Association (SFRA) is the oldest professional organization for the study of science fiction and fantasy literature and film." Includes information on conferences, awards, membership, reviews, and a blog. http://www.sfra.org/ res:ipl-84188 English Science Fiction Research Association sci fi fantastic adventure writing reading book books novel novels short story short stories films movie movies Science Fiction Research Association (SFRA) 2010-04-26T14:16:55.549Z Science Fiction Research Association (SFRA) 2010-04-26T14:16:55.549Z fedoraAdmin Active Arts & Humanities Entertainment & Leisure info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-84185 International Association for the Fantastic in the Arts "The IAFA is a scholarly organization devoted to the study of the fantastic (broadly defined) as it appears in literature, film, and the other arts." Includes information on conferences, publications, awards, and resources for students. http://www.iafa.org/ res:ipl-84185 English International Association for the Fantastic in the Arts adventure fantasy science fiction fiction sci fi writing reading book books novel novels short story short stories film films movie movies art The International Association for the Fantastic in the Arts (IAFA) 2010-04-26T14:16:55.400Z The International Association for the Fantastic in the Arts (IAFA) 2010-04-26T14:16:55.400Z fedoraAdmin Active Arts & Humanities Entertainment & Leisure info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-84799 STOLA is an "all-volunteer organization dedicated to the protection and preservation of Salukis." Provides information on the Saluki breed as well as adoption information, FAQS, and links to additional information. http://www.stola.org/ res:ipl-84799 English Saluki Tree of Life Alliance, Inc. dog dogs dog breed pet adoption dog adoption dog rescue pet rescue Saluki dog Saluki breed adopt Saluki Persian Greyhound Persian Greyhounds Saluki Tree of Life Alliance 2010-08-24T19:16:08.264Z Saluki Tree of Life Alliance 2010-08-24T19:16:08.264Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Dogs info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15903 United States American Youth Soccer Organization "THE AYSO MISSION IS: To develop and deliver quality youth soccer programs which promote a fun, family environment." http://www.soccer.org/ res:ipl-15903 English Sport Football Futbol Children Kid American Youth Soccer Organization 2010-10-25T16:55:06.085Z American Youth Soccer Organization 2010-10-25T16:55:06.085Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Soccer info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15209 "Rails-to-Trails Conservancy is a 10-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching America's communities and countryside by creating a nationwide network of public trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors." http://www.railstotrails.org/ res:ipl-15209 English Rails to Trails public trails walking running rail lines exercise nonprofit Rails-to-Trails Conservancy 2010-10-25T16:55:04.275Z Rails-to-Trails Conservancy 2010-10-25T16:55:04.275Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-33356 "The American Association for Leisure and Recreation Insurance serves recreation professionals -- practitioners, educators, and students -- who advance the profession and enhance the quality of life of all Americans through creative and meaningful leisure and recreation experiences." The site includes information on interest areas, programs and eve ... http://www.aalr.org/ res:ipl-33356 English American Association for Leisure and Recreation Insurance 2010-10-25T16:55:19.815Z American Association for Leisure and Recreation Insurance 2010-10-25T16:55:19.815Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14527 The Cinema Audio Society's purpose is to "create a proper channel of communication between the related sound crafts and between those instrumental to the production and distribution of film and television soundtracks." Also included on the site include a detailed description of the Society and the different ranks of membership, a calendar of event ... http://www.cinemaaudiosociety.org/ English Cinema Audio Society 2009-12-09T19:52:33.626Z Cinema Audio Society 2009-12-09T19:52:33.626Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Music Entertainment & Leisure--Movies--Film Making Entertainment & Leisure--Movies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15937 "While hovercraft might seem novel or even strange to many people, to those that know of them and their capabilities there is a fascination bordering on obsession. The intrigue and respect for these unique, amphibious machines is what the Hoverclub of America, Inc. is all about. The Hoverclub of America consists of enthusiasts whose passion is hov ... http://www.hoverclubofamerica.org/ English Hovercraft Hoverclub Hoverclub of America, Inc. 2009-12-09T19:54:12.914Z Hoverclub of America, Inc. 2009-12-09T19:54:12.914Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Other Sports Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Water Sports Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-32348 The official website for the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI) and the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) offers tips from professionals and information about each organization. http://www.thesnowpros.org/ res:ipl-32348 English American Snowsports Education Association PSIA - AASI 2011-07-21T15:45:38.574Z PSIA - AASI 2011-07-21T15:45:38.574Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Winter Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14000 "Founded in 1880, the American Canoe Association (ACA) serves as an advocate for the responsible enjoyment of paddlesports including canoeing, kayaking and rafting. As such, the ACA is engaged in waterway conservation efforts and is dedicated to the preservation and protection of America's natural areas, focusing primarily on rivers, streams, lakes ... http://www.americancanoe.org/ res:ipl-14000 English Paddlesports Publishing Inc. ACA paddling redreation water trails outdoor sports National Paddlesports Conference American Canoe Association 2011-03-02T14:49:30.202Z American Canoe Association 2011-03-02T14:49:30.202Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Water Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14180 The site for the governing body for swimming in the United States provides details on USS regulation, tips on swimming technique and training, and stories and videos about the U.S. Olympic team. http://www.usaswimming.org/ res:ipl-14180 English aquatics competition coaching ncaa records officials United States Swimming 2011-03-14T14:08:31.418Z United States Swimming 2011-03-14T14:08:31.418Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Water Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14814 "A not-for-profit corporation that serves as the national governing body for the sport of water polo in the United States under authority of the United States Olympic Committee." Site contains contact information, tournament results, a calendar of upcoming events, the history, rules and ethics of water polo, resources for starting a club, and more. http://www.usawaterpolo.org/ res:ipl-14814 English Olympic sport Olympic sports amateur sport amateur sports team sport team sports F??d??ration Internationale de Natation FINA USA Water Polo 2011-03-24T18:44:13.039Z USA Water Polo 2011-03-24T18:44:13.039Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Water Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13995 "For 35 years, NAUI Instructors and diving leaders have provided quality diving instruction to hundreds of thousands of diving students all over the world by applying the association motto, "Safety Through Education." These pages are intended to provide useful information to NAUI members, divers of all affiliations and non-diving members of the gen ... http://www.naui.org/ English National Association of Underwater Instructors 2009-12-09T19:51:56.087Z National Association of Underwater Instructors 2009-12-09T19:51:56.087Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Water Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14004 The American Philatelic Society is made up of many philatelic societies across the nation. From this page you can access information regarding codes of ethics, membership, affiliates, chapters, events, sales circuits, services and dealer lists. http://www.stamps.org/ English American Philatelic Society 2009-12-09T19:51:57.220Z American Philatelic Society 2009-12-09T19:51:57.220Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Collecting--Stamps info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15831 Sveriges Filatelist-F??rbund Sveriges Filatelist-F??rbund (Swedish Philatelic Federation) is dedicated to stamps and stamp collectors in Sweden. It is associated with the Federation Internationale de Philatelie. The website has sections for announcements, an auction calendar, local chapters, national chapters, a federation newspaper, and an exhibitions calendar. http://sff.nu/ Swedish Sveriges Filatelist-F??rbund Philately Sweden Swedish Sveriges Filatelist-F??rbund 2009-12-09T19:54:05.083Z Sveriges Filatelist-F??rbund 2009-12-09T19:54:05.083Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Collecting--Stamps info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15973 "We are a diverse group of artists, teachers, writers, collectors and shop owners. We view quilts as an exciting emerging medium of expression and a viable contemporary art form. We work to: educate the public and promote public interest in the contemporary art quilt; encourage both public and private collecting of the contemporary art quilt, and ... http://www.contemporaryquiltart.com/ English Art Quilts The Contemporary Quilt Art Association 2009-12-09T19:54:15.598Z The Contemporary Quilt Art Association 2009-12-09T19:54:15.598Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts--Quilting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15972 A society dedicated to the preservation, restoration and appreciation of crazy quilts, both new and old. Site includes membership information and an online form to join, excerpts from the Society newsletter, galleries with pictures of antique and new crazy quilts, and a list of web resources for more information. http://www.crazyquilt.com/ English Crazy Quilts The Crazy Quilt Society 2009-12-09T19:54:15.523Z The Crazy Quilt Society 2009-12-09T19:54:15.523Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts--Quilting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15888 "Organization that seeks members from all levels of interest in the organ; promotes musical and historical interest in American organbuilding through collection, preservation, and publication of historical information, and through recordings and public concerts." Site includes membership information, a catalog, upcoming events, and a historical sk ... http://www.organsociety.org/ English Organ Organist Musician Pipe Organ Historical Society 2009-12-09T19:54:09.805Z Organ Historical Society 2009-12-09T19:54:09.805Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Music--Performance--Instruments info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15976 "Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) is a national non-profit organization that was founded in 1989 to serve artists working in the art quilt medium. The lack of presence of art quilts in major art publications, exhibits in museums and galleries, and critical writing about art quilts, as well as the limited awareness of the public-at-large, necessit ... http://www.saqa.com/ English Art Quilts Studio Art Quilts Associates 2009-12-09T19:54:15.824Z Studio Art Quilts Associates 2009-12-09T19:54:15.824Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts--Quilting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15811 "SABR is a non-profit organization whose objectives include fostering the study of baseball as a significant American social and athletic institution, establishing an accurate historical account of baseball through the years, and coordinating and facilitating the dissemination of baseball research information." Their Website includes information a ... http://www.sabr.org/ English The Society for American Baseball Research 2009-12-09T19:54:03.689Z The Society for American Baseball Research 2009-12-09T19:54:03.689Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Baseball & Softball info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15975 "Our mission is to promote, to teach, to encourage the love of all types of appliqu&eacute; in quilting." This site features information and links for lovers of appliqu&eacute. Included are lists of teachers/experts, with e-mail addresses when available, membership forms, chapter lists, current and back issues of the newsletter, links to other ap ... http://www.theappliquesociety.org/ English Needlecrafts Applique The Applique Society 2009-12-09T19:54:15.748Z The Applique Society 2009-12-09T19:54:15.748Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts--Quilting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15643 Central organization of Shotokan Karate in the U.S. Responsible for sanctioning belt rankings and testing. Site contains information on the organization, dojos around the country and the history of the Shotokan style. http://www.ska.org/ English martial arts sports Shotokan Karate of America 2009-12-09T19:53:51.987Z Shotokan Karate of America 2009-12-09T19:53:51.987Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Combat Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15032 "The United States Polo Association (USPA) was organized in 1890 and exists to promote the game of polo, coordinate the activities of its member clubs and registered individuals and arrange and supervise national and international polo games." Introduction to the game of polo, a question and answer forum, a polo club listing, and more. http://www.us-polo.org/ English United States Polo Association 2009-12-09T19:53:07.321Z United States Polo Association 2009-12-09T19:53:07.321Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Field Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15575 This website contains information about several bowling associations, including the American Bowling Congress (ABC), Women's International Bowling Congress (WIBC), Young American Bowling Alliance (YABA), USA Bowling (USAB), the Bowling Proprieters Association of American (BPAA), as well as college bowling. http://www.bowl.com/ English Bowling Bowl Bowldotcom 2009-12-09T19:53:47.683Z Bowl Bowldotcom 2009-12-09T19:53:47.683Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Other Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15139 "For 60 years, the Cartophilic Society has pioneered and developed card collecting. It has removed Cartophily from its tangled wilderness by continued, unrelenting research; it has provided advertising card collectors with a wealth of reference material; it has cemented many enduring friendships; banded together card collectors throughout the world ... http://www.csgb.co.uk/ English Cartophilic Society of Great Britain 2009-12-09T19:53:15.361Z Cartophilic Society of Great Britain 2009-12-09T19:53:15.361Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Collecting--Cards info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14893 "The National Adult Baseball Association is America's premier adult amateur baseball organization. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the NABA offers competitive and recreational baseball for men and women in over 125 leagues in 40+ states. Currently, the NABA has over 25,000 player-members playing America's pastime on weekends and in twilight leag ... http://www.dugout.org/ English The National Adult Baseball Association 2009-12-09T19:52:58.556Z The National Adult Baseball Association 2009-12-09T19:52:58.556Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Baseball & Softball info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14229 "The WPBA governs all aspects of female professional player activity, representing the media and participation rights of semi-pro and professional players, governing rules, regulations, conduct and ethics and equipment specifications for professional sanctioned tournaments, and developing, producing and sanctioning tournaments. In addition, the WPB ... http://www.wpba.com/cms/ English Women's Professional Billiard Association 2009-12-09T19:52:12.787Z Women's Professional Billiard Association 2009-12-09T19:52:12.787Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Other Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14837 "U.S. Judo, now known as USA JUDO is the national governing body for the Olympic sport Judo in the United States. They are a non-profit, membership based group with a national office in Colorado Springs. The web site contains a section of "what's new", a list of upcoming events, major results, athlete profiles, membership information, etc." http://www.usjudo.org/ English United States Judo 2009-12-09T19:52:54.600Z United States Judo 2009-12-09T19:52:54.600Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Combat Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14333 "RWA is a non-profit professional/educational association of 8,000 romance writers and other industry professionals." Find the inside scoop on romantic novels on the RWA homepage. Bestseller lists, upcoming releases, and an index of romantic author homepages are a portion of what is offered here. http://www.rwanational.org/ English Romance Writers of America Romance Writers of America 2009-12-09T19:52:20.334Z Romance Writers of America 2009-12-09T19:52:20.334Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Romance & Gothic info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14658 This site gives membership information, a list of approved equipment and dealers, weekly updated Table Tennis Online Member Ratings, links to newsgroups and chat rooms, a complete lising of the USATT Rules, upcoming tournaments, past results, the USATT e-zine, and a listing of the Board of Directors, Umpires, and USATT Committee members. http://www.usatt.org/ English USA Table Tennis 2009-12-09T19:52:42.634Z USA Table Tennis 2009-12-09T19:52:42.634Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Other Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14526 Hascup, David United States American Darts Organization The only darts governing body in the U.S. recognized by the World Darts Federation, the American Darts Orgainzation was founded in 1975 in Southern California. The web site contains Membership and Contact Information, a listing of their Board of Directors and Area/Regional Representatives, official Tournament Rules for steel point darts, any recen ... http://www.adodarts.com/ English American Darts Organization darts throwing darts American Darts Organization 2009-12-09T19:52:33.545Z American Darts Organization 2009-12-09T19:52:33.545Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Throwing Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14456 The Appalachian Mountain Club, founded in 1876, is the oldest recreation and conservation organization in the U.S. Its non-profit mission is the appreciation, enjoyment, and protection of the mountains, rivers, and trails of the NorthEast. Comprised of more than 72,000 members, AMC membership provides access to an array of fresh-air activities, v ... http://www.outdoors.org/ English Appalachian Mountain Club 2009-12-09T19:52:28.374Z Appalachian Mountain Club 2009-12-09T19:52:28.374Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Other Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14334 "Mystery Writers of America, Inc. was established in 1945 by a dozen or so like-minded mystery writers for the purpose of promoting and protecting the interests and welfare of mystery writers and to increase the esteem and literary recognition given to the genre." Their homepage gives information on the organization, meetings, and membership; myst ... http://www.mysterywriters.org/ English Mystery Writers of America Mystery Writers of America 2009-12-09T19:52:20.409Z Mystery Writers of America 2009-12-09T19:52:20.409Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Mysteries & Thrillers info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14705 The American Quilter's Society's site is filled with information ranging from how to become a member, to providing a catalog of books you can order on-line - covering quilting patterns, instruction, and stories, as well as details on quilt shows and contests, and a link to the Museum of the American Quilter's Society in Paducah, Kentucky. http://www.americanquilter.com/ English American Quilter's Society 2009-12-09T19:52:45.339Z American Quilter's Society 2009-12-09T19:52:45.339Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts--Quilting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-32439 "The Association of Independent Video and Filmmakers (AIVF) is a national trade association based in New York City, that provides support for individual producers and advocacy for the media arts field. AIVF is supported by sister organization the Foundation for Independent Video and Film (FIVF). "AIVF / FIVF [represents] independent media artists w ... http://www.aivf.org/ English The Association for Independent Video & Filmmakers 2009-12-09T20:04:22.425Z The Association for Independent Video & Filmmakers 2009-12-09T20:04:22.425Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Movies--Film Making info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15971 "The National Quilting Association, Inc., a non-profit organization run by quilters for quilters, was founded in 1970 by seven ladies in the Washington, D.C. area. The organization was established to create, stimulate, maintain and record an interest in all matters pertaining to the making, collecting, and preserving of quilts, and to establish and ... http://nqaquilts.org/ res:ipl-15971 English National Quilting Association 2010-09-22T19:23:56.726Z National Quilting Association 2010-09-22T19:23:56.726Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts--Quilting info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14208 "Since its inception in 1989, the International Triathlon Union (ITU) has assumed the responsibility for developing the international scope of triathlon. With its 107 national Federation members around the world, the ITU is the sole international governing body for the sports of triathlon and duathlon." Site contains a media guide, event listings, ... http://www.triathlon.org/ res:ipl-14208 English Duathlon International Triathlon Union 2010-09-22T19:23:47.714Z International Triathlon Union 2010-09-22T19:23:47.714Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Track & Field info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-30468 "We empower people to join together in a friendly, democratic community dedicated to developing quality horses of Morgan and Arabian lineage through a representative government of breeders and owners ??? and oversee the registration of Purebred Morab horses." http://www.puremorab.com/ res:ipl-30468 English Purebred Morab Horse Association 2010-11-15T21:36:40.538Z Purebred Morab Horse Association 2010-11-15T21:36:40.538Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Animal Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-84388 American Contract Bridge League Provides information on the game of bridge, including rules and regulations, free game software, history of bridge, and weekly bridge hands. http://www.acbl.org/ res:ipl-84388 bridge tricks card games bridge bidding hand valuation Alcatraz coup bridge world bridge books contract bridge duplicate bridge American Contract Bridge League 2010-07-13T16:31:39.584Z American Contract Bridge League 2010-07-13T16:31:39.584Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Games--Card Games info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14815 Official website for USA Gymnastics. Find information on acrobatics, trampoline, rhythmic gymnastics, tumbling, and other programs, with information on events, the Olympics, athletes, rules, and a glossary. http://www.usa-gymnastics.org/ res:ipl-14815 English USA Gymnastics Olympic sport Olympic sports amateur sport amateur sports rhythmic gymnastics tumbling acrobatics trampoline USA Gymnastics 2012-07-25T15:35:59.197Z USA Gymnastics 2012-07-25T15:35:59.197Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Other Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14920 United States National Wood Carvers Association Founded in 1953, the National Wood Carvers Association (NWCA) is "dedicated to the interests of amateur and professional carvers and whittlers." The site has a basic framework and includes instructions for joining the organization, contact information, its history and samples of its monthly publication entitled Chips Chats. http://www.chipchats.org/ res:ipl-14920 English National Wood Carvers Association organization organizations National Wood Carvers Association 2011-12-12T16:52:30.585Z National Wood Carvers Association 2011-12-12T16:52:30.585Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies Entertainment & Leisure--Arts & Crafts Business & Economics--Industry--Retail Trade info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15168 "The Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) and American Association of Snowboard Instructors (AASI) are nonprofit associations dedicated to promoting the sports of skiing and snowboarding through instruction. With more than 30,000 members, PSIA-AASI establishes certification standards for snowsports instructors and develops education mater ... http://www.thesnowpros.org/ res:ipl-15168 English American Snowsports Education Association ski snowboard snowsports snowsports snowsports instructors winter sports mountain sports snow powder SnowPro 32 Degrees Professional Ski Instructors of America & American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) 2011-03-14T14:08:36.022Z Professional Ski Instructors of America & American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI) 2011-03-14T14:08:36.022Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Winter Sports Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-73298 Federation Internationale de Bobsleigh et Tobogganing At the homepage for Federation Internationale de Bobsleigh et Tobogganing, learn about sled sports, such as bobsledding, skeleton, or tobogganing. http://www.fibt.com/ res:ipl-73298 English FIBT the international home of Bobsleigh and Skeleton sports 2011-07-25T13:26:53.656Z FIBT the international home of Bobsleigh and Skeleton sports 2011-07-25T13:26:53.656Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Winter Sports Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Winter Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-7472 The official site of the Ladies Professional Golf Association. Includes news, tournament information, player biographies, and golf tips. http://www.lpga.com/default_new.aspx res:ipl-7472 English Ladies Professional Golf Association, Inc. women's golf women's professional golf ladies golf LPGA.com 2011-08-22T18:20:24.443Z LPGA.com 2011-08-22T18:20:24.443Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Golf Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Golf info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-13740 The Directors Guild of America represents more than 10,000 members working in U.S. cities and abroad. Their creative work is represented in theatrical, industrial, educational and documentary films. The home page provides access to training programs, press releases, awards and winners, interviews, history, publications, FAQs and other Internet res ... http://www.dga.org/ English The Directors Guild of America 2009-12-09T19:51:37.719Z The Directors Guild of America 2009-12-09T19:51:37.719Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Movies--Film Making Entertainment & Leisure--Television info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15828 "The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) is a professional trade association dedicated to promoting and expanding the success of bluegrass music. The organization has over 2500 members in all 50 of the United States and in over 30 foreign countries." Activities include music festivals, trade shows, community outreach and education, pu ... http://www.ibma.org/ English Trade Shows Festivals Concerts Recording Broadcasting International Bluegrass Music Association 2009-12-09T19:54:04.782Z International Bluegrass Music Association 2009-12-09T19:54:04.782Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Music--Genres--Country Entertainment & Leisure--Music--Performance info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15912 Hollywood Foreign Press Association "The world's most successful and best-known organization of foreign correspondents. Based in Los Angeles, its members report on Hollywood to hundreds of publications throughout the world." Learn about the Golden Globe Awards, which HFPA sponsors, as well as the HFPA's philanthropic efforts. http://www.goldenglobes.org/ English Hollywood Foreign Press Association Golden Globes The Hollywood Foreign Press Association 2009-12-09T19:54:11.166Z The Hollywood Foreign Press Association 2009-12-09T19:54:11.166Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Movies--Awards Entertainment & Leisure--Television Reference--News & Current Events--Journalism info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15204 "The League of American Bicyclists has been working to improve the quality of bicycling in America almost as long as there have been bicycles. The League??s advocacy efforts focus on improving riding conditions, easing inequitable restrictions on transit access, and increasing the visibility of bicycles in national transportation policy." http://www.bikeleague.org/ English The League of American Bicyclists 2009-12-09T19:53:19.635Z The League of American Bicyclists 2009-12-09T19:53:19.635Z fedoraAdmin Active Science & Technology--Transportation--Road Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Cycling Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15502 "The United Skateboarding Association (USA) was started in February of 1998, because it was time to give back to skateboarding, those things that made us love life around skateboarding. It was created as an amateur skateboard competition league." This Web site includes membership information, upcoming events, and skate links. http://www.unitedskate.com/ English skateboarding skater United Skateboarding Association 2009-12-09T19:53:41.213Z United Skateboarding Association 2009-12-09T19:53:41.213Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Other Sports Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15623 Canada "The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television is a national non-profit professional association that was created in 1979 to serve the Canadian film and television industry. Representing all aspects of the film and television industries, Academy is unique. It has grown to become the largest professional association of its kind in Canada with over 3,0 ... http://www.academy.ca/ English Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television 2009-12-09T19:53:50.770Z Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television 2009-12-09T19:53:50.770Z fedoraAdmin Active Business & Economics--Industry--Publishing & Media Entertainment & Leisure--Television Entertainment & Leisure--Movies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15228 This is the site of the American Bicycle Association, "The World's Largest BMX Sanctioning Body." This site includes an application to join the association, as well as information on what is necessary to become a member. There is a listing of bicycle tracks around the country, a complete list of rules, information on past champions, a brief histo ... http://www.ababmx.com/ English American Bicycle Association 2009-12-09T19:53:21.024Z American Bicycle Association 2009-12-09T19:53:21.024Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Cycling Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15529 "The Unicycling Society of America was formed to promote and encourage unicycling. It does this through a newsletter, annual and local conventions, the Internet, and by setting voluntary standards for competition." Various information is available from their website including conventions, racing records, skills, rules, as well as, links to members ... http://www.unicyclingusa.org/index.html English The Unicycling Society of America 2009-12-09T19:53:43.265Z The Unicycling Society of America 2009-12-09T19:53:43.265Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Other Sports Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15242 "The ACMG has grown to over 200 members and Canadian guides can be found working around the world and are perhaps best known for having developed helicopter skiing and setting the acknowledged standard for safety and client care in ski guiding. The ACMG is a registered non-profit society with an elected, volunteer executive. The association and its ... http://www.acmg.ca/ English Association on Canadian Mountain Guides 2009-12-09T19:53:21.949Z Association on Canadian Mountain Guides 2009-12-09T19:53:21.949Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Travel & Tourism Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14219 "The mission of IMBA is to promote mountain bicycling opportunities through education in environmentally sound and socially responsible riding practices and land management policies. IMBA is the only national or international organization devoted solely to responsible riding and land access for mountain bicyclists." Site contains membership informa ... http://www.imba.com/ English International Mountain Bicycling Association 2009-12-09T19:52:12.180Z International Mountain Bicycling Association 2009-12-09T19:52:12.180Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Cycling Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14171 "Founded in 1927, USPTA is the world's oldest and largest association of tennis-teaching professionals. With more than 15,000 members worldwide, USPTA offers more than 60 professional benefits to its members, including certification and extensive educational opportunities." This site provides information about USPTA's membership and benefits, histo ... http://uspta.com/ res:ipl-14171 English United States Professional Tennis Association tennis industry tennis careers tennis links USPTA Foundation Tennis - for the health of it! United States Professional Tennis Association 2011-03-02T14:49:32.066Z United States Professional Tennis Association 2011-03-02T14:49:32.066Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Court & Racquet Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14725 "The world governing and law making body for the Game of Rugby Union." Contains rugby news and information from around the world, as well as the laws of the game and an account of rugby's history. http://www.irb.com/ res:ipl-14725 English International Rugby Board football World Cup Rugby World Cup rugby tournament rugby tournaments rugby world rankings rugby equipment rugby rules International Rugby Board 2011-02-08T01:49:12.042Z International Rugby Board 2011-02-08T01:49:12.042Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Football (American) & Rugby info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49688 "PLANET, the Professional Landcare Network, is an international association serving lawn care professionals, exterior maintenance contractors, installation/design/build professionals, and interiorscapers. PLANET provides its members with a good business foundation to help them evaluate, plan, and better manage their companies." http://www.landcarenetwork.org/ res:ipl-49688 English Professional Landcare Network PLANET - Professional Landcare Network 2011-02-11T18:58:32.733Z PLANET - Professional Landcare Network 2011-02-11T18:58:32.733Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Lawns & Landscaping info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14002 The Video Arcade Preservation Society was founded in 1990 and since then has accumulated 200 members who have collected over 1300 games. This site provides links to information regarding membership procedures, membership lists and statistics, games included, and other game related links. http://www.arcade-museum.com/vaps/ English The Video Arcade Preservation Society 2009-12-09T19:51:57.143Z The Video Arcade Preservation Society 2009-12-09T19:51:57.143Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Games--Computer/Video/Arcade info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14017 "Members of the American Horticultural Society travel the world of gardening through an inspiring and informative monthly publication and other horizon-expanding benefits and programs. To bring the world of horticulture home to your back yard, the Society has assembled a wide range of valuable benefits and services." This site provides links to in ... http://www.ahs.org/ English American Horticultural Society 2009-12-09T19:51:58.192Z American Horticultural Society 2009-12-09T19:51:58.192Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--General Gardening info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15764 The goal of the society is "to further interest in, and knowledge of, the life and works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle." Website includes "activities of the ACD Society; biography & bibliography of A. Conan Doyle; associated articles; electronic texts." http://www.ash-tree.bc.ca/acdsocy.html English The Arthur Conan Doyle Society 2009-12-09T19:54:00.569Z The Arthur Conan Doyle Society 2009-12-09T19:54:00.569Z fedoraAdmin Active Arts & Humanities--Literature--Authors Entertainment & Leisure--Books info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15759 "A nonprofit member of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership. Provides services to manufacturers in a variety of areas in order to strengthen the bottom line results." Website has "an Alaskan Manufacturers look-up database engine coupled with the information pages for the AkMA itself." http://www.alaskaqualityseafood.com/ English Alaska Manufacturers Association 2009-12-09T19:54:00.324Z Alaska Manufacturers Association 2009-12-09T19:54:00.324Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Food Business & Economics--Industry--Manufacturing info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14937 ALSC is a division of the American Library Association; the website provides information about the association, including: "media awards, including the Caldecott and Newbery Medals; high-quality programming and continuing education opportunities; publications; and national initiatives, including legislative advocacy on the national level." http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/index.cfm English Association for Library Service to Children 2009-12-09T19:53:01.167Z Association for Library Service to Children 2009-12-09T19:53:01.167Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Children's Arts & Humanities--Libraries info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15337 The Toy Industry Association (TIA) is a trade association for U.S. producers and importers of toys, games and children's entertainment products. This website provides research on popular and award-winning toys, toy safety and ways to incorporate play into everyday life. http://www.toy-tia.org/ English Toy Industry Association, Inc. toys recreation children playing Toy Industry Association 2009-12-09T19:53:29.083Z Toy Industry Association 2009-12-09T19:53:29.083Z fedoraAdmin Active Business & Economics--Industry--Manufacturing Entertainment & Leisure--Games info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15319 "CSICOP encourages the critical investigation of paranormal and fringe-science claims from a responsible, scientific point of view and disseminates factual information about the results of such inquiries to the scientific community and the public." http://www.csicop.org/ English Committee for the Scientific Investigation of Claims of the Paranormal 2009-12-09T19:53:27.208Z Committee for the Scientific Investigation of Claims of the Paranormal 2009-12-09T19:53:27.208Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena Science & Technology--Controversial info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15433 "Your comprehensive, official source for the latest in news, rulings, event listings, national rankings, publications, and programs!" Also, get the table of contents and selected articles from Racquetball Magazine. http://www.usra.org/ English United States Racquetball Association 2009-12-09T19:53:36.032Z United States Racquetball Association 2009-12-09T19:53:36.032Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Court & Racquet Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15135 "The B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States (IYNAUS), owned and operated by the IYNAUS, is committed to the dissemination and promotion of the art, science, and philosophy of Yoga according to the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar and his family." The web site includes: a certified teachers list, contact information for the regio ... http://www.iynaus.org/ English IYENGAR YOGA National Association of the United States YOGA RAHASYA B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States 2009-12-09T19:53:15.037Z B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States 2009-12-09T19:53:15.037Z fedoraAdmin Active Arts & Humanities--Philosophy Entertainment & Leisure--Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15583 "ACE was founded as a not-for profit, all volunteer club to foster and promote the conservation, appreciation, knowledge and enjoyment of the art of the classic wooden roller coaster and the contemporary steel coaster." This is "the official home page of the American Coaster Enthusiasts, the world's largest club of amusement ride enthusiasts." It ... http://www.aceonline.org/ English Roller Coasters Coaster Preservation American Coaster Enthusiasts 2009-12-09T19:53:47.997Z American Coaster Enthusiasts 2009-12-09T19:53:47.997Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation--Amusement Parks info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15256 "For more than 130 years the ANS has been an international center for the study andexhibition of coins, medals and paper money, representative of 2,500 years of material culture. The mission of the American Numismatic Society is to be the preeminent national institution advancing the study and appreciation of coins, medals and related objects of al ... http://www.amnumsoc.org/ English American Numismatic Society 2009-12-09T19:53:23.162Z American Numismatic Society 2009-12-09T19:53:23.162Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Collecting--Coins & Currencies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15149 "For over 30 years, we have focused on educating, recognizing, and supporting high school coaches, and best of all, we are governed by people like you - the front-line high school coach." Information about association membership and the annual convention are available here. You can also view selected newsletter clips. http://www.hscoaches.org/ English National High School Athletic Coaches Association 2009-12-09T19:53:15.921Z National High School Athletic Coaches Association 2009-12-09T19:53:15.921Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports Education--K-12 Education info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15584 This site includes "Roller coaster news, pictures and features... For members of the European Coaster Club and all other fans of Rollercoasters and white knuckle rides the world over." Pictures and videos of roller coasters are available to download and view. There are also sections devoted to roller coaster news and related Internet resources. http://ds.dial.pipex.com/ecc/ English Roller Coasters European Coaster Club 2009-12-09T19:53:48.073Z European Coaster Club 2009-12-09T19:53:48.073Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation--Amusement Parks info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15693 "The Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston, Inc.(ATMoB) is an amateur astronomy club devoted to the study of the stars, observing, and telescope making. It was originally established in 1934 and is now one of the oldest and largest general interest astronomy clubs in the nation." http://www.atmob.org/ English Astronomy Stars Telescope Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston 2009-12-09T19:53:55.366Z Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston 2009-12-09T19:53:55.366Z fedoraAdmin Active Science & Technology--Astronomy--Stargazing Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15557 United States North America "The primary goal of the international Society for Scientific Exploration (SSE) is to provide a professional forum for presentations, criticism, and debate concerning topics which are for various reasons ignored or studied inadequately within mainstream science." http://www.scientificexploration.org/ English Society for Scientific Exploration anomalies investigation scientific phenomena UFO paranormal research parapsychology Society for Scientific Exploration 2009-12-09T19:53:45.611Z Society for Scientific Exploration 2009-12-09T19:53:45.611Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Paranormal Phenomena Science & Technology--Controversial info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14726 The searchable website of this established gardening association provides many useful and comprehensive online resources, including regional reports, a pest-control library, and food gardening guide. Community resources include a seed swap, message boards, and an event calendar. From this site, you can also access NGA's website focused on educati ... http://www.garden.org/home English herbs flowers vegetables lawns landscaping National Gardening Association 2009-12-09T19:52:46.760Z National Gardening Association 2009-12-09T19:52:46.760Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--General Gardening info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14523 Official web site of the NCAA. Contains an explanation of the NCAA and its role in supervising college athletics in the United States, an e-mail directory of NCAA personnel by topic, and news and results from NCAA sanctioned competitions in numerous sports. http://www.ncaa.org/wps/portal English National Collegiate Athletic Association 2009-12-09T19:52:33.251Z National Collegiate Athletic Association 2009-12-09T19:52:33.251Z fedoraAdmin Active Education--Higher Education Entertainment & Leisure--Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14433 "The American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta is the association for North American public gardens and their professional staff. Its mission is to serve and strengthen public gardens by supporting their work, value, and achievements in horticultural display, education, research, and plant conservation." At the AABGA site, you can fin ... http://www.aabga.org/ English American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta 2009-12-09T19:52:26.716Z American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta 2009-12-09T19:52:26.716Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--General Gardening info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14856 The home page for the National Fancy Rat Society in Britain has articles about rats, a rat booklist, current calendar of shows, and membership information. http://www.cableol.net/nfrs/index.html English National Fancy Rat Society 2009-12-09T19:52:55.975Z National Fancy Rat Society 2009-12-09T19:52:55.975Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Rodents (Mice, Hamsters, Gerbils) info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14489 "Members of the Western Literature Association (WLA) are dedicated to the enjoyment and study of western regional literature. They believe the West offers high-quality writing worthy of both scholarly and popular attention. The WLA shares information about western regional literature through its quarterly journal, Western American Literature, and t ... http://www.usu.edu/westlit/ English Western Literature Association 2009-12-09T19:52:30.046Z Western Literature Association 2009-12-09T19:52:30.046Z fedoraAdmin Active Arts & Humanities--Literature Entertainment & Leisure--Books info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14855 "The American Fancy Rat and Mouse Association (AFRMA) was founded in 1983 and is a non-profit international club. Anyone that has an interest in rats or mice can be a member. The principal purpose of AFRMA is to promote and encourage the breeding and exhibition of fancy rats and mice for show and pets." Besides membership information, the site ha ... http://www.afrma.org/ English American Fancy Rat and Mouse Association 2009-12-09T19:52:55.899Z American Fancy Rat and Mouse Association 2009-12-09T19:52:55.899Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Rodents (Mice, Hamsters, Gerbils) info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14912 "The RMCA is a non-profit club for rat and mouse enthusiasts." On this site, you can view sample articles from the Rat and Mouse Gazette, the club's bi-monthly magazine. There's also a calendar of shows, information on rat and mouse show standards, and a list of shelters with mice or rats who need homes. http://www.rmca.org/ English Rat and Mouse Club of America 2009-12-09T19:52:59.438Z Rat and Mouse Club of America 2009-12-09T19:52:59.438Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Pets--Rodents (Mice, Hamsters, Gerbils) info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49618 Log Homes Council Organization of log home manufacturers. Includes a directory of council members, a calendar of events, and links to related services and resources. http://www.loghomes.org/ English Log Homes Council 2009-12-09T20:06:02.390Z Log Homes Council 2009-12-09T20:06:02.390Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Home Construction info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49649 "The Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE), a national, non-profit public benefits corporation, promotes the manufacture and purchase of energy-efficient products and services." http://www.cee1.org/ English conservation Consortium for Energy Efficiency 2009-12-09T20:06:03.643Z Consortium for Energy Efficiency 2009-12-09T20:06:03.643Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Home Energy Efficiency info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49639 NARI is the trade association for remodeling professionals. In addition to resources for professionals, the website offers a useful Home Owners Guide. http://www.nari.org/ English build repair renovation construction home improvement National Association of the Remodeling Industry 2009-12-09T20:06:03.181Z National Association of the Remodeling Industry 2009-12-09T20:06:03.181Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Home Maintenance & Improvement info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49689 Although directed toward trade professionals, resources for consumers on this association's website include tips on selecting and finding a landscape architect. http://www.asla.org/ English American Society of Landscape Architects 2009-12-09T20:06:04.842Z American Society of Landscape Architects 2009-12-09T20:06:04.842Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Lawns & Landscaping info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49640 Provides information for industry professionals as well as homeowners. Consumer section includes FAQ's about pests, tips on identifying pests, message boards, and a professional referral service. http://www.pestworld.org/ English termites cockroaches ants moths household pests National Pest Management Association 2009-12-09T20:06:03.257Z National Pest Management Association 2009-12-09T20:06:03.257Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Home Maintenance & Improvement info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49616 National Association of Home Builders "NAHB is??a trade association that helps promote the policies that make housing a national priority." In addition to resources directed toward industry professionals, this site offers resources for consumers, including tips on the building process and on finding and choosing a builder. Also contains local and national housing statistics. http://www.nahb.org/ English National Association of Home Builders 2009-12-09T20:06:02.315Z National Association of Home Builders 2009-12-09T20:06:02.315Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Home Construction info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49666 United States National Park Service "The National Register of Historic Places is the Nation's official list of cultural resources worthy of preservation." This site includes information about how to register your historic home, as well as providing travel and other information for historic places across the United States. http://www.cr.nps.gov/places.htm English preservation restoration National Register of Historic Places 2009-12-09T20:06:04.201Z National Register of Historic Places 2009-12-09T20:06:04.201Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Old Houses info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-33355 The Amateur Softball Association, a volunteer driven, not-for-profit organization based in Oklahoma City, OK, was founded in 1933..." It is the "National Governing Body of Softball, pursuant to the Amateur Sports Act of 1978. The ASA regulates competition to insure fairness and equal opportunity." The site includes information on tournaments and s ... http://www.softball.org/ English Amateur Softball Association 2009-12-09T20:04:31.730Z Amateur Softball Association 2009-12-09T20:04:31.730Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--baseball & Softball--Softball info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-84377 The US Handball Association is the non-profit, national governing body for the sport of handball. This website provides information on the sport of handball including rules, instruction, tournaments and the sport of pro handball. http://www.ushandball.org/ res:ipl-84377 English US Handball Association US Handball Association handball rules handball tournament handball tournaments one-wall handball professional handball handball instruction four-wall handball 4-wall handball hand ball United States Handball Association 2010-07-06T14:58:48.150Z United States Handball Association 2010-07-06T14:58:48.150Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Court & Racquet Sports info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15939 "Trout Unlimited's mission is to conserve, protect and restore North America's trout and salmon fisheries and their watersheds." This site has information about TU's chapters, membership information, news, and publications. http://www.tu.org/ res:ipl-15939 English Salmon Rivers Fly Conservation Catch Release Trout Unlimited 2010-12-06T22:10:59.895Z Trout Unlimited 2010-12-06T22:10:59.895Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation--Hunting & Fishing info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14325 China--Xianggang--Hong Kong Hong Kong Tourism Board Hong Kong travel information including descriptions of sites around the islands and neighborhoods, best buys, food options, maps, events, travel tips and planner, visitor visas and more. http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/ res:ipl-14325 English Hong Kong: Live It Love It (Hong Kong Tourism Board) 2010-09-22T19:23:48.221Z Hong Kong: Live It Love It (Hong Kong Tourism Board) 2010-09-22T19:23:48.221Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Travel & Tourism--Asia Travel & Tourism info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15947 "Buckmasters Online offers the whitetail hunter the best hunting season info, chat room, message boards, trophy gallery, hunting gear, hunting games, outfitter listings and whitetail magazine articles." The site also includes membership information for Buckmasters, the world's largest association of whitetail deer hunters. Buckmasters publishes Bu ... http://www.buckmasters.com/ res:ipl-15947 English Whitetail deer Deer Hunting season Buckmasters Online 2010-09-22T19:23:56.332Z Buckmasters Online 2010-09-22T19:23:56.332Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation--Hunting & Fishing info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-14599 The Poetry Society of America is attempting to inform people about poetry. They offer awards to poets, they have a publications, they work in collaboration with other organizations to inform the public, and they offer workshops for the public. This web page contains information on the events they are involved with, the workshops, memberships, commi ... http://www.poetrysociety.org/psa/ res:ipl-14599 English Poetry Society of America 2010-09-22T19:23:49.673Z Poetry Society of America 2010-09-22T19:23:49.673Z fedoraAdmin Active Arts & Humanities--Literature Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Poetry info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-54265 North America The ISC is a non-profit association that promotes and administers men's and boys' fastpitch softball throughout North America. The site contains information about the ISC teams and members. http://www.iscfastpitch.com/ res:ipl-54265 English International Softball Congress ISC World Tournament fastpitch softball north american softball canadian fastpitch softball american fastpitch softball team rankings world tournament qualifier International Softball Congress 2010-09-22T19:25:08.397Z International Softball Congress 2010-09-22T19:25:08.397Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--baseball & Softball--Softball info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15585 "The National Amusement Park Historical Association (NAPHA) is an international organization dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of the amusement and theme park industry - past, present and future." "In this site you will be able to find out about NAPHA, its publications and its events. Also included is all kinds of facts and figures abou ... http://www.napha.org/ res:ipl-15585 English Roller Coasters Amusement Parks Preservation Theme Parks National Amusement Park Historical Association 2010-10-25T16:55:05.351Z National Amusement Park Historical Association 2010-10-25T16:55:05.351Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation--Amusement Parks info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-84891 Kiddy, Ray An association devoted to discussing the work and life of the Alice in Wonderland author. http://www.lewiscarroll.org/ res:ipl-84891 English Lewis Carroll Society of North America alice in wonderland through the looking-glass children's literature fantasy literature Lewis Carroll Society of North America 2010-10-19T23:23:37.999Z Lewis Carroll Society of North America 2010-10-19T23:23:37.999Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Children's Reading and Writing--Authors info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-73110 Site includes listings of events and symposia, contact information for country representatives, membership information, and information about the society's journal. http://www.imcos.org/ res:ipl-73110 English IMCoS maps map collecting antique maps cartography prints atlases mapping International Map Collector's Society 2012-02-06T17:42:41.374Z International Map Collector's Society 2012-02-06T17:42:41.374Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies--Collecting--Books, Magazines & Maps info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15008 The International Game Developers Association is a nonprofit organization serving creators of video games. The site includes events information, latest organization news, forums, a wiki and a board blog, so some non-expert opinion may be present. Additionally, a variety of papers about industry-related issues are available for download in pdf forma ... http://www.igda.org/ res:ipl-15008 English International Game Developers Association (IGDA) game creators game designers game industry game writing International Game Developers Association (IGDA) 2012-05-01T18:32:00.760Z International Game Developers Association (IGDA) 2012-05-01T18:32:00.760Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Games--Computer/Video/Arcade info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15881 Members seek to reach the geographical high point of elevation in each U.S. state. Website includes resources, stories, news of members' latest accomplishments, convention information. http://highpointers.org/ English mountain highpoint high elevation travel hiking climbing Highpointers 2009-12-09T19:54:09.352Z Highpointers 2009-12-09T19:54:09.352Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Travel & Tourism--North America--United States Travel & Tourism Entertainment & Leisure--Outdoor Recreation info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15707 "Founded in 1966, the Association for Recorded Sound Collections (ARSC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to research, study, publication, and information exchange surrounding all aspects of recordings and recorded sound." http://www.arsc-audio.org/ English Sound Recordings Association For Recorded Sound Collections 2009-12-09T19:53:56.337Z Association For Recorded Sound Collections 2009-12-09T19:53:56.337Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Music--Audio Equipment & Technology Arts & Humanities--Archives & Records Management Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15113 "There is no such thing as direct membership in the World Science Fiction Society. You can only be a member of one or more particular World Science Fiction Conventions. The membership of WSFS is defined as the membership of the upcoming Worldcon... The purposes of the WSFS, according to its rules, are as follows: to choose the recipients of the ann ... http://worldcon.org/ English World Science Fiction Society 2009-12-09T19:53:13.593Z World Science Fiction Society 2009-12-09T19:53:13.593Z fedoraAdmin Active Arts & Humanities--Literature Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Science Fiction & Fantasy Entertainment & Leisure--Movies--Genres--Science Fiction & Fantasy info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15108 "The National Fantasy Fan Federation came into existence in April of 1941, making it one of the oldest of fandom organizations still in operation. N3F is a gathering place for people looking for others who share the same interests for the discussion, review, and critique of Science Fiction and Fantasy in all medias. N3F harbors professional write ... http://www.simegen.com/fandom/n3f/ English National Fantasy Fan Federation 2009-12-09T19:53:13.266Z National Fantasy Fan Federation 2009-12-09T19:53:13.266Z fedoraAdmin Active Arts & Humanities--Literature Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Science Fiction & Fantasy Entertainment & Leisure--Movies--Genres--Science Fiction & Fantasy info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15239 "NESFA is the New England Science Fiction Association Inc., formed in 1967. Isaac Asimov was one of the original members. NESFA is an IRS-registered non-profit literary organization dedicated to Science Fiction appreciation." http://www.nesfa.org/home.html English New England Science Fiction Association 2009-12-09T19:53:21.702Z New England Science Fiction Association 2009-12-09T19:53:21.702Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Books--Science Fiction & Fantasy Entertainment & Leisure--Movies--Genres--Science Fiction & Fantasy info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-54053 Blackburn, Charles M. Canada United States Formed in 1914, NABF hosts over 50 regional tournaments, plus eight national championship tournaments, throughout the year for players ten and under through adult. http://www.nabf.com/ English National Amateur Baseball Federation bat bats baseball rule book baseball award baseball awards NABF world series NABF world classic baseball results National Amateur Baseball Federation 2009-12-09T20:07:29.312Z National Amateur Baseball Federation 2009-12-09T20:07:29.312Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Baseball & Softball--Amateur Baseball Entertainment & Leisure--Sports--Baseball & Softball--Amateur Baseball info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-49647 "EEBA promotes the awareness, education and development of energy efficient, environmentally responsible buildings and communities.?? The strength of the organization lies in the diversity and talent of its membership, which includes: architects, builders, developers, manufacturers, engineers, utilities, code officials, researchers, educators, and ... http://www.eeba.org/ English Energy and Environmental Building Association 2009-12-09T20:06:03.570Z Energy and Environmental Building Association 2009-12-09T20:06:03.570Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Home Energy Efficiency Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Home Construction info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-6112 United States American Egg Board The AEB's mission is to promote programs that increase markets for eggs and egg products through research and education. This website includes egg recipes, answers to FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions), egg facts, and egg nutrition information. http://www.aeb.org/ English Eggs FAQ Recipes Health and Nutrition incredible egg egg-o-nomics EGGStra! newsletter egg industry egg recipes egg products egg buyer's guide egg nutrition American Egg Board 2009-12-09T20:08:34.455Z American Egg Board 2009-12-09T20:08:34.455Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Food Health & Medical Sciences--Nutrition & Diet Entertainment & Leisure--Food Health & Medical Sciences--Nutrition & Diet info:fedora/col:aon res:ipl-15836 "Founded in 1967, the American Bonsai Society, Inc. is the pioneering national bonsai organization. As a non-profit corporation, our purpose is to promote knowledge of and interest in bonsai and to serve as a national focal point for bonsai fanciers." On this site, you can find out about the history of ABS and upcoming events. Also, read articles ... http://www.absbonsai.org/ English Tree Horticulture Japanese American Bonsai Society 2009-12-09T19:54:05.406Z American Bonsai Society 2009-12-09T19:54:05.406Z fedoraAdmin Active Entertainment & Leisure--Home & Garden--Specific Plants & Gardening Techniques Entertainment & Leisure--Hobbies Science & Technology--Life Sciences--Plant Biology (Botany) info:fedora/col:aon