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Monday, February 13, 2017
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Money Smart for Spanish Speakers
The Glades Initiative is presenting a series of financial literacy trainings in Spanish based on the FDIC's Money Smart program, designed to teach residents how to enhance their financial skills and create positive banking relationships.
WHEN: Beginning
Friday, February 24, 2017 10:00am - 11:30am
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March 3, 10, 17, 24, 28, 31)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
For more information, call Yasmin Gama at (561)996-3310
Click here for more information
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Money Smart for Creole Speakers
The Glades Initiative is presenting a series of financial literacy trainings in Creole based on the FDIC's Money Smart program, designed to teach residents how to enhance their financial skills and create positive banking relationships.
WHEN:
Monday, March 6, 7, 8, 9, 2017 9:00am - 12:00pm
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
For more information, call Marie Jean Jacques at (561)996-3310
Click here for more information
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A "Pinkalicious" Valentine
Valentine, O, valentine, will you be our valentine? We'll share "pinkalicious" treats, crafts and read aloud some of our favorite "Pinkalicious" stories. Ages 3 & up. (45 min.)
WHEN: Tuesday, February 14, 2017 3:00pm
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade 33430
To register, call (561)996-3453
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Hearts & Kisses
Drop by after school for a Valentine's Day treat. We'll be making valentine "Marshmallow Pops" and share some of the must read romance and friendship teen books. Ages 12 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.) Preregister.
WHEN: Tuesday, February 14, 2017 4:00pm
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade 33430
To register, call (561)996-3453
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Chocolate Lovers' Month
Celebrate Valentine's Day and Chocolate Lovers' Month with chocolate games. After all your hard work, enjoy some sweet chocolate treats. Ages 10 & up.
WHEN: Wednesday, February 15, 2017 4:00pm
WHERE: South Bay Branch Library, 375 SW 2nd Avenue, South Bay 33493
To register, call (561)992-8393
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College is Possible: Free College Planning Day
For High School Juniors, High School Seniors, and Parents
FREE continental breakfast, workshops, and advising.
WHEN: Saturday, February 18, 2017 9:00am - 1:00pm
WHERE: Palm Beach State College, Technical Education Center - Room TEC109, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
RSVP by Wednesday, February 15, 2017 to (561)993-1023 or mcneall@palmbeachstate.edu
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Train-In-A-Day: American Red Cross Volunteer Training
The American Red Cross is offering training for current and new volunteers. This training is helpful to any agency working with clients in time of disaster.
WHEN: Saturday, February 18, 2017 9:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday, February 25, 2017 9:00am - 4:00pm
WHERE: American Red Cross Belle Glade Service Center, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Space is limited & lunch/refreshments are provided, so pre-registration is required
To register online: Visit www.redcross.org/volunteer/become-a-volunteer
To register by email or phone: Please contact Pat Lucey, Community Volunteer Leader for the Glades, at 561.996.4291 or pat.lucey@redcross.org
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Canal Point Movie Night
Movie to be determined. Call the Canal Point Baptist Church for more information: (561)924-7346
WHEN: Saturday, February 18, 2017 6:00pm
WHERE: Canal Point Baptist Church, 37061 1st St, Canal Point, FL 33438
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Blood Drive at Lakeside Medical Center
All donors will receive a OneBlood Long Sleeve T-Shirt, a $5 Golden Corral Coupon, a Lion Country Safari coupon for $8 off every passenger, and a wellness checkup including blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse, and cholesterol screening!
You can make an appointment online at www.oneblooddonor.org and use sponsor code #10071
WHEN: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 12:00pm - 5:00pm
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Highway, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here for a flyer
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C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics: Seeing the World
The C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics will be providing FREE comprehensive eye examinations and glasses to children in low-income areas with no form of health insurance. All children, regardless of financial consequences, deserve a fair chance because vision is vital to the learning process.
WHEN: Thursday, February 23, 2017 11:00am - 4:00pm
(MUST HAVE APPOINTMENT)
WHERE: C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics, 941 SE 1st Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
To make your appointment, call (561)642-1023
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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 11:00am - 3:00pm
WHERE: Pioneer Park, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL
If you are interested in becoming a vendor at this event, call: (561)355-1125
Click here for a flyer
Click here for a vendor registration form
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FREE Community Lunch for Seniors (60+)
Please join us for a nutritious meal and the opportunity to socialize with friends.
WHEN: Monday - Friday 12:00pm
WHERE: West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road 15, Belle Glade 33430
Tanner Park Community Center, 105 E. Palm Beach Road, South Bay 33493
If you are interested in more information on the Lunch Program for adults over 60 years of age or for volunteering opportunities, please call us at the Senior Nutrition Program, (561) 355-4740.
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C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinic Dental Services
The C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics provide preventive dental services to adults and children. Costs for dental services are based on a patient's family size and income. All patients will be served, with or without insurance.
WHEN: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
WHERE: C.L. Brumback Health Center, 38754 State Road 80, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Patients can call (561)642-1000 to make an appointment for dental checkups, cleanings, fillings, and extractions.
To learn more about other services provided by the C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics, visit www.clbrumbackprimarycareclinics.org
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Donate to The Glades Initiative for a Chance to Win a Car!
Want an opportunity to win a car while helping organizations like The Glades Initiative? Here's your chance.
Make a donation of $20 or more to any participating American Honda Birdies for Children and then guess the total number of birdies that will be made by the entire field in all four rounds of the 2017 Honda Classic for a chance to win a brand new 2017 Honda vehicle. Your donation will offer a chance to win a new Honda automobile, while at the same time, the charity benefits from the proceeds plus a 10% matching contribution courtesy of The Honda Classic.
To help you along, here are the total number of birdies made in each of the last three tournaments (all have been played at PGA National Resort & Spa - Champion Course):
- Birdies 2013: 1,244
- Birdies 2014: 1,363
- Birdies 2015: 1,168
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PEPPI Headstart
Now accepting applications for 3 and 4 year olds to be added to our wait list. Child must be 3 on or before September 1st of the current school year.
WHERE: 301 SW 8th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here for more information
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FRAC Weekly Digest
Food Research and Action Center's weekly newsletter.
Click here to view
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Groundbreaking Ceremonies for:
Covenant Villas and South Bay Villas
The Palm Beach County Housing Authority asks you to please mark your calendars and save the date for Monday, March 6th for this special and long-awaited event.
WHEN: Monday, March 6, 2017 11:00am
WHERE: The first groundbreaking ceremony will begin at Covenant Villas, located at 601 Covenant Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430 followed by a ground breaking ceremony and lunch at the New South Bay Villas, located at 110 Harrelle Drive, South Bay, FL 33493
For more information, contact Kenyon Link at klink@pbchafl.org
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Emergency Food and Shelter Program Grant Opportunity
Our Local EFSP Board recently announced that Phase 34 applications will be made available starting Monday, February 13, 2017, at www.unitedwaypbc.org under "Get Help - Nonprofit Resources". This decision has been made even though the EFSP National Board still has not allocated funds to any local jurisdictions. That means our Local Board still does not know how much money Palm Beach County will be getting for Phase 34. We have been in communication with the National Board, and our County does anticipate receiving an award similar to Phase 33. However, due to circumstances beyond our control, the Local Board is unsure when the official EFSP Award Notice will be received.
The deadline for completed Phase 34 applications to be submitted is 12:00 (NOON) on Friday, March 10, 2017. All submissions must be returned to United Way of Palm Beach County, 477 South Rosemary Avenue, Suite 230, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (and in my possession). Though mailed-in submissions are allowed, hand-delivered submissions are strongly suggested. NO LATE PROPOSALS WILL BE ACCEPTED!
If you are interested, please read the linked PDF carefully > Click here
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CDA National Credential Online Training Course
The Child Development Associate (CDA) National Credential Course is the "best first step" for career advancement in early learning. This online interactive course, is designed to fulfill the CDA requirement for 120 hours of formal education in specific child-care competency areas. We'll help you develop the professional portfolio you need to apply for the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™. You could finish in as few as 4 months, completing nearly all of the requirements for your portfolio.
WHEN: Monday, May 1, 2017
Available online
Registration Fee: $50
Tuition: $1,375
Click here for more information and to apply
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CareerSource Job Opportunities in the Glades
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
The Sun
Indeed Jobs
In Other Areas
Associate Director of Development ~ Caridad Center, Boynton Beach, FL
Cook ~ East Coast Migrant Head Start Project
President/CEO ~ Community Partners
Youth and Family Development Specialist ~ American Association of Caregiving Youth
Juvenile Court Case Manager ~ 15th Judicial Circuit Court, West Palm Beach, FL
Administrative Secretary ~ 15th Judicial Circuit Court, West Palm Beach, FL
Receptionist ~ 15th Judicial Circuit Court, West Palm Beach, FL
Magistrate Assistant
~ 15th Judicial Circuit Court, West Palm Beach, FL
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Valentine's Day Group Wedding
Celebrate your big day with a one-of-a-kind wedding ceremony for just the cost of a marriage license! The National Croquet Center and other local businesses are donating the venue and services to make this wedding ceremony a memorable one for couples wishing to tie the knot on Valentine's Day - February 14, 2017. Couples must register and obtain a license before Friday, February 10, 2017, to participate and must present a valid marriage license at the ceremony. Registration open now and is limited to the first 40 couples. Last day to register if February 10. To register, please RSVP to 561-355-2468 or email: ccpbc@mypalmbeachclerk.com.
WHEN: Tuesday, February 14, 2017
WHERE: The National Croquet Center, 700 Florida Mango Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Contact for more information: To register, please RSVP to 561-355-2468 or email: ccpbc@mypalmbeachclerk.com
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Applicant Orientation: United Way FY 2017-18
Agencies that plan to submit an application in response to United Way of Palm Beach County's Fiscal Year 2017-18 Request for Proposals (RFP) in the Area of Health are strongly encouraged to attend an orientation session. The session will offer instructions and tips for applying and explain the timeline for application and RFP review. Both program and finance staff should attend. Please reserve your seat(s) by Monday, February 13, 2017 for this FREE event. Room capacity is limited - send only essential staff.
WHEN:
Thursday, February 16, 2017 9:30am - 11:30am
WHERE: Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County, 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Click here for more information and to register
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SCORE Workshop:
FREE Introduction To Business Ownership
Are you thinking about starting your own business? Do you know if you have what it takes to be a successful business owner?
This workshop will help you decide if you are ready to take the plunge to become a business owner or if you may be better off keeping your day job.
WHEN: Saturday, February 18, 2017 10:30am - 12:30pm
WHERE: Palm Beach Gardens Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Click here to register
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Riding the Waves:
Tools for the Management of Bipolar Disorder
Please join us next week (February 22nd) for this very special workshop to discuss new information about Bipolar Spectrum Disorder. This workshop will feature two great experts in the field: Jacintha Cauffield and Mr. Michael Peterson. Dr. Cauffield is Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Palm Beach Atlantic University and will discuss the newest information about treatment and medications for Bipolar.
WHEN: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:00am - 12:00pm
WHERE: Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County, 909 Fern Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Click here for more information and to register
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Keys to Homeownership Event
This event will help educate the public on the home purchasing process.
WHEN: Saturday, February 25, 2017 8:30am - 2:30pm
WHERE: South Olive Park, 345 Summa Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Must preregister - Click here
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CHW Care Coordinator Training
- Overview of chronic disease symptoms and management
- Scope of Community Health Worker Care Coordinator job responsibilities
- Motivational interviewing - patient engagement skills
- Cultural sensitivity, competency and diversity training
- Strategies to work as a team member to improve patient/clinic outcomes
- Tools to develop a comprehensive community resource directory
- Understanding professional responsibility and tools for patient advocacy
WHEN: Fridays:
Friday, March 3 - Friday, May 26, 2017 1:00pm - 4:00pm
(No class April 14 & 21)
WHERE: CareerSource Palm Beach County, 3400 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
COST: $999.00 (includes all classes, course materials and simulation sessions) *Scholarships available!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, February, 2017
Click here for an application
For more information, contact Karen Harwood at (561)433-3940 x114 or karenh@pbcms.org
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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Call for Proposals
The Florida Health Care Coalition is now accepting proposals for "The Leading Edge - Innovations in Health Care." This is a unique opportunity to secure a more visible role with our national audience at our 24th Annual National Conference on May 1, 2017 in Orlando, Florida.
For more information, click here.
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Catholic Charities Pahokee Counseling Program
The Catholic Charities Counseling Program, with an office in Pahokee, provides professional counseling and therapy for adults, children, families, and couples in five locations serving five counties. The team of therapists addresses issues such as marital/relationship discord, child and family dynamics, depression, loneliness, grief and loss, anxiety, stressful relationships, child and adolescent problems and other life stressors. Our team of counselors are all highly qualified clinicians with a minimum of a master's degree who are dedicated to providing the best services possible to the community. In an effort to better serve the community we have bilingual (Spanish, French, Dutch, Italian, and German) counselors available at various locations, including Pahokee, and in an effort to serve all clients, including those with financial hardship, the counseling program offers its services to clients on a sliding scale based on their household income. The counseling program strives to make counseling services accessible and affordable to the community.
Call the Program Director, Nicole Looney, for more information or to make an appointment 561-345-2008
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2017 Tax Planner & Services Guide
Our 2017 Tax Planner & Services Guide has arrived! This publication includes a handy calendar, detailed information about our services, frequently asked questions and a glossary of tax terms. Pick up a free hard copy at any of our offices or
click here to view online/download.
If you would like extra copies for your community, group or house of worship, email us at ClientAdvocate@taxcollectorpbc.com
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Palm Beach County Library Events - February 2017
See what's happening at your local library!
Click here to view
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The Light House Café Newsletter - January 2017
See What's Happening at the Light House Café!
Click here to view
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CROS Ministries Newsletter - January 2017
See What's Happening at CROS Ministries!
Click here to view
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Spring Training Group Tickets Available
From everyone at Roger Dean Stadium, the Miami Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals, we would like to invite you and your group out for a 2017 Spring Training game. Group tickets are on sale now with a minimum of 15 tickets.
To order your group tickets:
- Select your game date(s)
- Group seating is available on a first come, first serve basis
- Place a 50% non- refundable deposit
Click here for the schedules:
Miami Marlins
St. Louis Cardinals
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Palm Beach County Library System Celebrates
Black History Month
Click here for event listings in your area
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Prime Time Palm Beach County Newsletter
See What's Happening at Prime Time Palm Beach County!
Click here to view
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Trustbridge Provides Free Grief Support in Belle Glade
Since 1978, Trustbridge Hospice (you may know us as Hospice of Palm Beach County) has been caring for our community. Our compassionate professionals provide hospice care for families facing serious illness. We also offer grief support to any family that has suffered the loss of a loved one.
Please know, you are not alone in your grief. We are here to support you.
Our Belle Glade Grief Support Group is free of charge and open to the public.
WHEN: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month 9:00am - 10:00am
WHERE: Trustbridge Office, 327 SE 2nd Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
If you have any questions, please call (561)227-5175, otherwise you are welcome to stop by and join us.
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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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Fearless Caregiver Conference
Attendees Will Learn How To:
- Become a fearless member of your loved ones care team
- Balance family, work & caregiving
- Motivate family members to help
- Convince Dad to stop driving
- Persuade Mom to listen to you
- Legally protect your aging parents
WHEN: Wednesday, February 15, 2017 10:00am - 2:30pm
WHERE: Riviera Beach Marina Event Center, 190 East 13th Street, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Click here to register
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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 updates@gladesinitiative.org
or (561) 996-3310.*
Check the
Glades Community Calendar
for
additional activities scheduled in
the Glades area:
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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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