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Stay Connected! See What's Going on in the Glades this Week!
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Choir in the Glades Performing Arts Camp Showcase 
30 children from elementary and middle schools in the Glades are learning proper vocal technique and singing, drumming and rhythms, dancing, art and reading together at Young Singers Choir in the Glades Performing Arts Free Summer Camp!
We hope that you will come out to the Dolly Hand and join us for this wonderful showcase of local Glades children and their talent.
WHEN: Thursdays, July 21,
2016
3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 SW College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
For additional information, or to arrange a visit during summer camp hours to see for yourself all of the wonderful happenings at Choir in the Glades Performing Arts Camp, please call our office at 561-659-2332, or email information@yspb.org. Visit and like the Choir In the Glades Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/YoungSingersChoirInTheGlades/?fref=ts
FREE Childbirth Classes at Lakeside Medical Center
Address your fears, decreased stress in labor, learn, breathing techniques, connect with other mothers, connect with your partner/labor coach, learn/brush up on new born care, and check out our beautiful facility in advance.
WHEN:
Thursday, July 21st
Thursdays, August 4th & 18th
Thursday, September 1st, 15th, & 29th
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, FL
For more information and to RSVP call: (561) 996-6571 ext. 8116
Glades Region Listening and Learning Tour
A community dialogue for the improvement of our schools. Each event takes place in the media center of the listed school.
WHEN & WHERE:
Thursday, July 21st at Pahokee Middle School from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Monday, July 25th
at Rosenwald Elementary School from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 26th at Glades Central Community High School from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Super Summer Story Times
Stories and creative activities for our youngest member and their parents! Ages 2-5 (45 mins.) preregister
WHEN:
Saturday, July 23, 2016 11:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
WHERE: Loula V. York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee
For more information call: (561)924-5928
FREE Computer & Internet Classes
Classes are either Lecture (informational only) or Hands-on (using a computer).
Some hands-on classes are also available in Basic, Intermediate or Advanced levels.
eBook classes vary from branch to branch and from device to device - call for more information.
Call the location of your choice early to preregister - classes fill up fast!
eBooks (Hands-on)
Learn about the Library's eBook service, how to get eBooks, and what is needed to transfer an eBook to a reader. Bring your device (see what the various Branches are offering below) and your account information for assistance. (30 min.-2 hr.)
Okeechobee Boulevard Branch
WHEN:
Thursday, July 28, 2016 2:00 p.m.-4;00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade
Lunch and Learn In-service: Truvada for PrEP
This in-service mission serves to heighten awareness around PrEP among local residents who are at high risk for HIV exposure. The goal is to bring Healthcare Providers on board in promoting this new style of HIV prevention method.
What is PrEP? PRE-EXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS is a new prevention method in which people who do not have the HIV infection take one pill daily to reduce their risk of becoming infected.
Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, HIV Prevention Educators, Case Managers, Medical Residents, Disease Intervention Specialists, Pharmacists, Prevention Training Consultants, and Healthcare Providers
WHEN:
Monday, August 29, 2016
12:00 p.m.- 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, FL
For more information and reservation opportunity, please contact Linda Warren, Prevention Training Consultant, at 561-547-6852 or linda.warren@flhealth.gov.
Summer BreakSpot Locations Are Now Open
FREE meals for kids and teens! Introducing the Summer Break Spot, offering free nutritious meals to kids and teens 18 and under all summer long each supervised location offers nutritious meals - breakfast, lunch or snacks - in a safe environment.
Rules and Eligibility Updates for Florida KidCare
Click here for a shorter version of the update chart
Salvation Army Angel Tree Program
DO YOU KNOW ANYONE WHO IS IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE THIS CHRISTMAS?
(For children 12 years old and under only)
The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County operates a holiday toy distribution program. With the help of a generous public we are able to provide toys to families in need. Families must complete an application and registration to receive assistance through The Salvation Army's Angel Tree Program.
Click here for registration and locations (Palm Beach County Only)
Job Opportunities
Glades Area
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Navigate PBC Quarterly Alliance Meeting
WHEN: Wednesday, July 20, 2016 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Quantum Foundation, Community Room, 2701 North Australian Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Come network with your fellow colleagues and human service providers while learning about mental health and have fun engaging in our ice-breaker and interactive games! Please register to attend.
Introduction to Loan Credit Underwriting Class
Do you need to learn the basics of Loan Credit Underwriting? Perhaps, you need money for your next housing project? Lenders are a great resource to help you succeed. But where do you begin and what are the lenders looking for?
This workshop will help you understand the basics of loan underwriting including terminology, timeframes, and everything you need to know so you can be successful in getting the funds.
SEATS ARE VERY LIMITED! Click the link below to register
WHEN:
Tuesay, July 26, 2016
8:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
WHERE:
2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Junior League of Boca Raton 2016 Summer Nonprofit Leadership Series
The Junior League of Boca Raton is pleased to present our 2016 Summer Nonprofit Leadership Series.
Please note, there is NO registration fee for the workshops below.
Listen To The Past: How To Create An Oral History
Oral histories go beyond the cold facts recorded in history books. Through face-to-face interactions, they preserve the stories of individuals who helped create the fabric of history and whose lives, in turn, were shaped by the people, initiatives and efforts of your organization. Leave this workshop with an understanding of oral history tradition and a step-by-step plan to create rich oral histories about your organization. Presented by Judith Kolva
WHEN:
Tuesday, July 26, 2016 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL
The ABC's For A Winning Edge
If you recognize the importance of always putting your best foot forward, this workshop is for you. Discover an effective way to develop a winning edge by building your individual brand as a representative of your organization. Emerge with a more confident and powerful image just by making slight adjustments to your appearance, behavior and communication skills. Presented by Linda Yates
WHEN:
Thursday, July 28, 2016 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton, FL
Human Trafficking Coalition General Meeting: Summer Series Training
Homelessness
Our guest speaker will be Katherine Hammer, LCSW, Senior Director of the Lewis Center to speak about homelessness being a vulnerability that leads to trafficking. Agency Spotlight: Florencia Dominguez from International Rescue Committee. Certificates with contact hours will be issued for this meeting.
WHEN:
Wednesday, August 10, 2016 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
WHERE: PBC Emergency Operations Center, 20 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL
Extended Topics
Our guest speaker will be Tanya Meade presenting on Stewards of Children. Agency Spotlight: Due to extended topic, there is no agency spotlight this month. Certificates with contact hours will be issued for this meeting.
WHEN:
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
WHERE: PBC Emergency Operations Center 20 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL
4th Annual Nonprofit Chamber Community Spirit Luncheon
For the fourth year, the Nonprofit Chamber of Palm Beach County is honoring those who have made special contributions to the nonprofit community in Palm Beach County. Please join us to honor and applaud them for going above and beyond to support and advocate for those in our community who need us the most.
WHEN:
Friday, September 16, 2016
11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Embassy Suites, 1601 Belvedere Rd. West Palm Beach, FL 33406
COST: $50 per person or $500 for a table of 10
8th Annual Climate Change Summit
At this event, the focus will be on real stories of real success in communities, business and political sectors, evaluating the environmental and economic impacts of a changing climate. Better still, we'll address strategies to help local governments, businesses, and community leaders pro-actively build resilience in their communities, with emphasis on economic vitality. This year, as we begin updating the Regional Climate Action Plan, we'll ask you about your vision for Southeast Florida's future. Take the lead in Southeast Florida's sustainable future by participating in this year's Climate Leadership Summit.
WHEN:
Wednesday, October 5-6, 2016.
WHERE: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL
Children's Services Council Monday Morning Update - July 18 2016
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First Bank in Belle Glade~ Now Open
First Bank is committed to building relationships by helping to meet the needs of the Belle Glade business community and residents. If you are interested in Business Banking services, Commercial or Ag Loans, Buying or Refinancing a Home, considering Retirement options, then stop by for a visit - our Belle Glade office team is locally grown and will help seek personalized financial solutions to achieve your goals. We welcome your visit and look forward to meeting you!
WHEN:
Mondays-Thursdays 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Fridays 9:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: First Bank of Belle Glade, 325 South Main Street, Belle Glade
Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County~Grant Opportunity
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Sharon R. Bock Clerk & Comptroller Palm Beach County For the Record June 2016
Office of Community Revitalization Community Connect~ June 2016
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