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Monday, December 12, 2016
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Glades Area
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Coffee with the Superintendent 
The American Red Cross Greater Palm Beach and Martin County Chapter is pleased to announce the continuation of its popular series in Belle Glade, "Coffee with the Superintendent." Attendees will have an opportunity to talk with and personally meet with the Superintendent and discuss future plans for the school district, important upcoming events, and how the School District of Palm Beach County and the American Red Cross Palm Beach and Martin County Chapter work together in providing disaster relief and education.
WHEN: Monday, December 12, 2016 5:30pm
WHERE: Bank of Belle Glade, 108 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
To reserve your space, please call Pat Lucey in the Red Cross Belle Glade Service Center at (561)996-4291
Click here for more information
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World AIDS Week Testing and Counseling
WHERE: Bridges At Pahokee, 170 S. Barfield Hwy, Suite 102, Pahokee, Florida 33476
WHEN: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Click here for more information
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Choir in the Glades: Sounds of the Season
Free holiday concert open to the public!
WHEN: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 6:00pm
WHERE: Community United Methodist Church, 401 SW 1st Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here for a flyer
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Toastmasters Club
The world needs leaders. Leaders head families, coach teams, run businesses and mentor others. These leaders must not only accomplish, they must communicate. By regularly giving speeches, gaining feedback, leading teams and guiding others to achieve their goals in a supportive atmosphere, leaders emerge from the Toastmasters program. Every Toastmasters journey begins with a single speech. During their journey, they learn to tell their stories. They listen and answer. They plan and lead. They give feedback-and accept it. Through our community of learners, they find their path to leadership.
WHEN: Wednesday, December 14, 2016 5:30pm - 6:30pm
WHERE: Palm Beach State College (room CRB224), 1977College Drive, Belle Glade, FL
For more information and how to join, call: (561)261-5043
Click here to view the website
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Glades Technical Advisory Committee (GTAC) Meeting
Guest Speakers: Mr. Keith Oswald, Chief Academic Officer of the School District of Palm Beach County and Ms. Carlene Millen, Glades Regional Superintendent of the School District of Palm Beach County
WHEN: Thursday, December 15, 2016 9:00am - 11:00am
WHERE: South Bay City Hall, 335 SW 2nd Avenue, South Bay, Fl 33493
Click here for more information
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Pahokee State Championship Parade and Celebration!
WHEN: Saturday, December 17, 2016
Parade: 11:00am
Community Gathering: 12:00pm
WHERE: Normal Parade Route and Anquan Boldin Stadium, 1204 Larrimore Road Pahokee, Florida 33476
Click here for a flyer
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Light House Café: Christmas Hygiene Gift Bags
This holiday season we are inviting you to make a difference in the lives of others by helping us gift personal hygiene bags to those in need.
Items needed:
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Bath soaps
- Lotions
- Shampoo
- Razors
- Shaving cream
- Bath towels
- Wash cloths
- Socks
Please contact Martha Lynn Weeks (561)993-7020 to schedule a pick-up or delivery. Donations can be delivered to the Light House Café, 400 SW Avenue B, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here for a flyer
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Pahokee Chamber of Commerce:
Discount South Florida Fair Tickets on Sale!
This is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year so if you or anyone you know is planning on attending the fair this year please get your tickets from the Pahokee Chamber of Commerce!
For more information, contact Regina Bohlen at (561)924-5579
Pahokee Chamber of Commerce
115 E Main Street, Suite A, Pahokee, FL 33476
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Bridges at Belle Glade December 2016 Calendar of Events
Here's what's happening at Bridges at Belle Glade in December!
Click here to view schedule
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Federation of Families December 2016 Calendar of Events
Here's what's happening at The Federation of Families in December!
Click here to view schedule
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New Migrant Pre-K Unit to Open at Gove Elementary
This unit will provide:
- Free transportation to and from school
- 10 hours per day
- Bilingual staff
Enrolling students now! Migrant Office, 2625 NW 16th St. Belle Glade, Florida
Please contact Carolyn Vickers at (561)992-2122 for more information
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Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation Public Hearing
The third and final Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation public hearing is scheduled for Monday, December 19, 2016 from 10:00am - 1:00pm at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center. At this meeting all local bills that have been submitted for consideration will be heard by the Delegation and voted on. If you would like to present at the meeting, and have not done so already, please fill out the form linked below.
WHEN: Monday, December 19, 2016 10:00am - 1:00pm
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 SW College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here for a form
Form and materials for distribution
due by
3:00pm on Friday, December 9th (Email completed form to
[email protected])
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FREE Neighborhood Revitalization Course
Palm Beach County's Office of Community Revitalization will offer a five-week, hands-on educational program providing community revitalization and civic leadership development.
The Residential Education to Action Program (REAP) will take place in Belle Glade. The course and all materials are FREE but a commitment for the entire five-week course is required. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
WHEN: Beginning Thursday, January 26, 2017 6:00pm - 8:30pm
- Every Thursday through February 23, 2017
*Must be committed to attending all five sessions
WHERE: Quiet Waters Assisted Living, 306 SW 10th Street, Belle Glade, FL
Click here for more information and to register.
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December 2016 and January 2017 Library Events
Here's what's happening at your local library!
Click here to view December schedule
Click here to view January schedule
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Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County
Monday Morning Update
See how the Children's Services Council is working for our children:
Click here to view
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Career Source Job Opportunities in the Glades
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Oakton Preserve Workforce Housing Program
Combined with a Builder incentive program that includes all buyer closing costs , the City of West Palm Beach is also providing funds up to $20,000 for down payment assistance for qualified buyers. Interested buyers must meet gross annual incomes not exceeding 140% Area Median Income limits for the jurisdiction of Palm Beach County, FL
Click here for more information
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Sean Gaskell: Music of the West African Kora
Sean Gaskell will give a performance and educational demonstrations on the Kora, an ancient 21-stringed harp from West Africa. The Kora is native to the Mande peoples who live within the countries of Gambia, Senegal, Mali, Guinea, and Guinea Bissau. The music is traditionally played by oral and musical historians known as Griots (Gree-ohs). While the Kora is only 300 years old, some commonly played songs can be traced back 800 years to the Mande empires' founding. Many songs tell ancient stories of war and hardship, while others praise people of high political status and those who helped expand the Mande Empire.
WHEN: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 6:30pm
WHERE: Wellington Library, 1951 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington 33414
Admission is free to the public. Call for more information: (561)790-6070
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Affordable Lending Workshop
Are you up to date on affordable lending products and assistance available to help your buyers purchase homes? Learn about NEW and UPDATED products and sources of assistance. Plan to attend this FREE training workshop. Please RSVP by December 12th; seats are limited!
WHEN: Wednesday, December 14, 2016 9:30am - 12:00pm
WHERE: Regions Bank Conference Room, 650 N Congress Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33445
Click here for more information
Click here to register
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Upcoming Junior League of Boca Raton Event
Are Government Grants Right For You?, Presented by Liz Locke, JLBR
WHEN: Thursday, December 15, 2016 9:00am - 10:00am
WHERE:
261 NW 13th St, Boca Raton, FL 33432
New to the federal grant process? This workshop will help you assess your readiness for government grants. We'll discuss how grants are reviewed and how to make your grant proposal more competitive. Audience: Those new to the government grant process.
Click here to register
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Spirit of Giving Complimentary Tickets for Boca Raton Bowl
As the Official Charity Partner for the Boca Raton Bowl scheduled for Tuesday, December 20, 2016, the Spirit of Giving is coordinating the distribution of game day tickets to qualified non-profit organizations and their clients as well as Veteran's Groups and their families. Tickets will ONLY be available for pickup on game day; a time will be announced as to when tickets may be picked up.
Click here to request tickets
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Leading & Loving: Faith Based Parenting Seminar
Pre-registration required. Leading & Loving is a new adult-only program for any parent, grandparent, or guardian of a child from birth to 11 years old.
WHEN: Saturday, January 7, 2017 8:00am - 3:30pm
WHERE: St. Juliana Catholic Church, 4500 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Click here for more information and how to register.
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Stop Human Trafficking Adult/Teen Workshop
Brought to you by I Am Who I Am, Inc. & FRCWC
Led by a representative of the Department of Justice
WHEN: Saturday, January 28, 2017 11:00am - 2:00pm
WHERE: 2708 N. Australian Avenue, Suite 13, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Click here for a flyer
To register, email [email protected]
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STEAM 2017: A Conversation with PITBULL
On February 1st, the Palm Beach State College Foundation welcomes PITBULL (Armando Christian Perez) as the keynote speaker for the Foundation's 2017 STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) luncheon presented by Bank of America. PITBULL, who is first generation Cuban American is a Grammy award winning music icon and global entrepreneur. He will discuss his life story and the importance of education, which he is passionate about, and the relationship between music, math and science.Net proceeds support STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) programs and student scholarships. Help prepare students for high tech, high demand careers to fulfill the workforce needs of local companies.
WHEN: Wednesday, February 1, 2017 11:30am
WHERE: Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, Cohen Pavilion, 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Purchase individual seats, tables, an ad in the event program book, or sponsor this event! Call the Foundation office at 561-868-3450 or visit: www.palmbeachstate.edu/foundation
Tickets are $175 if purchased by Dec. 15 and $200 after that date. A table of 10 is $1,700.
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I Am Royal:
2nd Annual Girls Empowerment Workshop & Banquet
FREE for girls grades 4-12!
Workshop
WHEN: Friday, July 28, 2017 8:00am - 4:00pm
WHERE: 2708 N. Australian Avenue, Suite 13, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Banquet
WHEN: Saturday, July 29, 2017 6:00pm - 10:00pm
WHERE: The Plaza Ball Room, 111 US Highway 1, North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Click here for a flyer
To register, email [email protected].
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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FREE Legal Services at The Glades Initiative, Inc.
Need legal services? (Child Support, Fair Housing, Immigration, etc.)
Services will be provided by attorney working through the Legal Aid Society, Pro Bono Division, Richard Abedon. All services are offered in
English, Spanish, and Creole.
Call the Glades Initiative, Inc. to make an appointment and find out if you are eligible:
(561)996-3310
Click here to learn more
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Newsletters:
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Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network
Newsletter: November 2016
Funding opportunities and more!
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FRAC Weekly Digest
This periodical e-newsletter focuses on nutrition, anti-obesity, and anti-hunger efforts.
Click here to view
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Non-Profit Legal Assistance Project - Newsletter 2016
Dealing with the Stay of the December 1st Salary Increase
Click here for information on the subject
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Street Beat's 20 Year Anniversary Gala
WHEN: Friday, December 23, 2016 6:00pm
WHERE: Riviera Beach Marina Event Center, 200 E 13th St, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Click here for more information
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Fall 2016 Economic Development and Housing & Community Redevelopment Newsletters
Palm Beach County's Department of Economic Sustainability (DES) administers programs for business development, housing, and community initiatives. This department's mission is:
To advance community sustainability by increasing economic competitiveness and improving the elements that create a high quality of life for Palm Beach County's residents.
Click here for the Economic Development Newsletter
Click here for the Housing & Community Redevelopment Newsletter
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Free Eye Care for the Rest of 2016
The Florida Optometry Eye Health Fund, in coordination with Community Health Center of West Palm Beach (2100 W 45th Street, Suite A-8, West Palm Beach, FL) will be offering free eye care to eligible residents for the rest of the year. Call (561)840-8681 for more information.
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SAVE THE DATE: 2nd Annual Glades Family Fun Fest
Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the date of our 2nd Annual Family Fun Fest!
WHEN: Saturday, February 25th, 2017 Times TBA
WHERE: Pioneer Park, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL
If you are intereste in becoming a vendor at this event, call: (561)355-1125
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Affordable Care Open Enrollment
Do you have Health Insurance? Affordable Care Open Enrollment 2017 is November 1, 2016 to January 31
st, 2017. A certified Healthcare will be at the Belle Glade and Pahokee Library. The epilepsy foundation of Florida (EFOF) provides FREE assistance to consumers to sign for affordable healthcare on the Federal Marketplace. EFOF is a non-profit organization and is not affiliated or paid by any insurance company. EFOF offers consumers trusted unbiased advice regarding their Health insurance needs
Belle Glade Library
WHEN:
Monday - Wednesday and Saturday 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL
Pahokee Library
WHEN: Thursday and Friday 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Library, 525 Bacom Point Rd, Pahokee, FL
For more information or to schedule an appointment call: 1(877) 553-7453
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Two-Day Grant Writing Seminar
Learn how to seek out and write grants! ($175 for one day or $300 for both days)
WHEN: December 15-16, 2016 10:30am - 4:30pm
WHERE: Compass Community Center, 201 N Dixie Hwy, Lake Worth, FL
Click here for a flyer
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Leadership Aspire Series
Leadership Aspire is a series of quarterly 4 hour workshops of themes including communication, strategic planning, leading change, and
maximizing leadership.
WHEN: Leading Change ~
February 24, 2017 8:00am - 12:00pm
Maximizing Leadership ~
April 28, 2017 8:00am - 12:00pm
WHERE: 4200 S Congress Ave, Lake Worth, FL 33461
Click here to learn more
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Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County
Upcoming Events
Click here for a flyer and to register for the events listed below
Be Merge and Be Merge for Infants and Children Online Training
Sign up today for our Be Merge and Be Merge for Infants and Children Online Training. 6 CMEs available through USF Health for doctors, 6 CEUs for nurse practitioners and mental health professionals.561-832-3755
WHEN: December 20, 2016 8:00am
WHERE: Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County,
909 Fern St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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In an Age of Violence: Helping Children and Families Cope
This conference will examine ways to decrease the effects of toxic stress, depression, and anxiety resulting from violence in their neighborhoods, homes, and in the media.
WHEN: April 20 - 21, 2017
WHERE: Hilton Palm Beach Airport, 150 Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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Leadership Focus
Leadership Focus is our program for those interested in deepening their knowledge about Palm Beach County, but who just don't have the time or experience to participate in our nine-month Leadership Program. It's a 2 ½ day program for executives and professionals who want to broaden their understanding of our community, connect with people of influence, and explore Palm Beach County's strengths, challenges and initiatives.
WHEN: January 18, 19, and 26, 2017
Click here to learn more
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1HTC Consortium Summit
This summit will bring together Florida's SE Region (Martin, Palm Beach, Broward, Miami
Dade, and Monroe counties), Anti Human Trafficking Coalitions, and the communities to
coordinate, collaborate, and cooperate in the fight against Human Trafficking.
WHEN: January 24-25, 2017
WHERE: Broward College Bailey Hall, 3501 Davie Rd, Davie, FL 33314
Registration is due by October 1, 2016
Click here to learn more
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Save the Date:
23rd Annual FRHA Rural Health Educational Summit
Summit Topics:
- Drugs, Heroin, and Opiods in Rural Florida
- Florida Legislative Panel
- POLST and the Legislature
- Billing and Coding
- Physician Workforce Trends
- Florida Surgeon General
- Medicaid Managed Care and Rural Providers
- What Rural Health Care Leaders are Saying
- Healthcare Workforce
WHEN: February 28 - March 1, 2017 (Times TBD)
WHERE: Adam W. Herbert University Center, 12000 Alumni Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32224
Click here for more information
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Posting Information: eBlast and Volunteers
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Anyone wishing to add their local announcements or events is welcome to submit their information by Friday to be posted the following week. Please include a brief summary of the information to be posted with your contact name, phone number, and/or flyer.
*If you want to submit a posting please email us at [email protected]
or (561) 996-3310.*
If you would like to submit your volunteer opportunities on our site below, please email us at [email protected]
Check the
Glades Community Calendar
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additional activities scheduled in
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Check out Volunteer Opportunities at the Glades Initiative
or opportunities with our Partners in the Glades
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Donate to the Glades Initiative, Inc.
SOLICITATIONS UNDER THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES REGISTRATION #CH16445 BENEFIT THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THE GLADES INITIATIVE, INC. INFORMATION ABOUT THE GLADES INITIATIVE IS AVAILABLE AT (561) 996-3310, OR AT www.gladesinitiative.org 'A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.' The Glades Initiative, Inc. a not for profit tax exempt organization receives 100% of each contribution.
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