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2018 Glades Diabetes Health Fair - Save the Date
Do you have diabetes? Are you at risk? Come out and learn how to manage diabetes and improve your quality of life. Come join The Glades Initiative, the Deltas, and the many other partners at this event. The health fair will feature lectures, Q&A sessions on important health topics, diabetes screenings, resources, food demonstrations, food giveaways, and a FL mobile 3D mammography.
WHEN: Saturday, November 3, 2018 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee High School Gymnasium, 900 Larrimore Road, Pahokee, FL 33476
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Rehearsals for Final Living Christmas Tree to Begin 
From the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center: It's hard to believe that it has been 30 years since the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center and the Glades Campus of Palm Beach State College presented the very first Living Christmas Tree. This year, the beautiful large tree will return for this 30th and final production and many audience favorites from the past 30 years will fill the program in "30 Years of Favorites".
To celebrate this special performance, the Dolly Hand plans to have a Dolly Hand Singers reunion! If you or someone you know have ever sung in the Tree, please join the choir as they start rehearsals! The rehearsals will continue every Monday up until the public performance on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at 3:00 p.m.
Living Christmas Tree Rehearsals Begin
WHEN: Monday, October 1, 2018 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, call the box office at 561-993-1160 or visit
www.dollyhand.org
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Are You in Need of Assistance This Christmas?
The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County has opened up registration dates for its Angel Tree program to assist families with children 12 years old and under this December.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 3, 4, 2018 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: 1101 Dr MLK Jr Blvd, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Trivia Challenge Supports Local Charities
Palm Beach County is teaming with United Way to support local charities and non-profit organizations. The library system is kicking off the campaign with a Trivia Challenge at the Belle Glade Civic Center.
The library system is challenging you to create a team to compete against librarians to become the Tri-City Trivia Champions. Up to six people can participate on a team - $10 per person.
WHEN: Thursday, October 4, 2018 | 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Civic Center, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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2018 Rural Health Literacy Summit
The Health Literacy Summit is for health and human services professionals, paraprofessionals, and students committed to serving the unique needs of our patients.
WHEN: Friday, October 5, 2018 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 SW College Dr, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information or to register, please call 561-844-4220, ext 1600, or email
[email protected]
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How to Do Business with the School District
The School District of Palm Beach County invites the businesses of the Glades region to meet with district purchasing agents and the Office of Diversity to obtain information on "How to Do Business with the School District".
WHEN: Friday, October 5, 2018 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: West Technical Education Center, 2625 State Hwy 715, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Mammograms After Sunday Service - Grace Fellowship
Bishop Kenny and Melissa Berry will host Mammograms After Sunday Service at Grace Fellowship Worship Center, located in the Goodwill Plaza in Belle Glade. A survivor presentation will be available, as well as light refreshments and door prizes.
WHEN: Sunday, October 7, 2018 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Grace Fellowship Worship Center, 233 W Avenue A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Join Healthier Glades by Participating in the "Let's Talk" Community Conversation
This is the time for Glades residents to come together and share their thoughts and ideas about some of the changes they want to see in the community and how these changes can improve the quality of life for all Glades residents.
Glades residents, let's take action on creating a shared vision together for a Healthier Glades.
Join us for a light dinner as we shape the future for a Healthier Glades. Healthier Glades is a Palm Health Foundation Partnership.
WHEN: Monday, October 8, 2018 | 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Leon Camel Resource Center, 266 1st St, Raderville - Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO:
If you have any questions about the Initiative or "Let's Talk" Community Conversation, contact Inger Harvey at
561-818-5529
or email at
[email protected]
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New South Bay Villas Accepting Project-Based Applications
Royal American Management will be accepting eligible project-based applications for New South Bay Villas in South Bay, Florida for 4 bedrooms apartments only at Tanner Park. Applications will be accepted onsite ONLY. PLEASE BRING: Valid Photo ID for all household members 18 or older, birth certificates and social security cards for all household members, proof of income, and copy of bank statements. Applications must meet occupancy standard for the bedroom size available, meet PBCHA's local preference and eligibility criteria.
WHEN: Thursday, October 11, 2018 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Tanner Park, 105 W Palm Beach Road, South Bay, FL 33493
CONTACT INFO: If you have any questions, please call 561-708-8289
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month Calendar
Please find the attached calendar for "Domestic Violence Awareness Month", presented by the Domestic Violence Council of Palm Beach County.
Events in the Glades
WHEN: Saturday, October 13, 2018 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Civic Center, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
WHEN:
Thursday, October 25, 2018 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, 491 E Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
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Train the Brain: Afternoon Tea & Book Club
Join the conversation around brain health by reading
Hardwiring Happiness with us. Train the Brain is partnering with NAMI Palm Beach County and Healthier Glades to feature this brain health-focused book during NAMI's October book club meeting. The meeting will begin with a brief guided meditation.
WHEN: Saturday, October 13, 2018 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Loula V York Library, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee, FL 33476
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Celebration of Life
From Trustbridge: "If you have lost a loved one and you are walking the difficult path of grief and eventual healing, know that you are not alone. Trustbridge grief support programs are open to the community, and this event is open to the public. Join us for a ceremony of reminiscence, healing and hope."
WHEN: Sunday, October 14, 2018 | 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lomax Harelle Pavilion, 5000 West Canal Street N, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network's 2018 Rural Health Symposium
From the Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network: "You are cordially invited to the 2018 Rural Health Symposium at Indian River State College's Hendry-Dixon Campus in Okeechobee. The Symposium is FREE and presents a wonderful opportunity to network with other like-minded professionals and get important up-to-date information about rural health."
WHEN: Wednesday, October 24, 2018 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Indian River State College - Dixon-Hendry Campus, 2229 NW 9th Ave, Okeechobee, FL 34972
CONTACT INFO: For more information, please call 561-844-4220 ext. 1500, or
[email protected]
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October Fest Returns to City of Belle Glade
Residents are invited to to an evening of haunted fun at Louis Butts Park. The free event will feature games and prizes, food, drinks, a candy buffet, haunted house tour, amusement rides, and a costume contest. This event is presented by the City of Belle Glade Parks and Recreation Department.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 31, 2018 | 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Louis Butts Park, 1224 SW Avenue E Place, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, please contact Kacy Young at 561-518-0101
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Round up of Glades Library Events for the Month of October
Glades area libraries are chock-full of great events and happenings for the month of June. Make sure to mark your calendars with events you plan to attend!
Glades area branches
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2018 Elections - Important Dates to Remember
Are you registered to vote? The voter registration deadline is quickly approaching. Find out about important voter deadlines leading up to Election Day, November 6, 2018.
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The Advocate: Food Research & Action Center September 2018 Newsletter
Read this month's edition of
The Advocate, a newsletter by the Food Research & Action Center.
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McKinlay Memo - News from Palm Beach County District 6
The summer update edition of the
McKinlay Memo, from Palm Beach County Mayor Melissa McKinlay is now available.
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For the Record - Clerk & Comptroller for Palm Beach County
Read
For the Record, the latest news from the Palm Beach County Clerk & Comptroller, Sharon R. Bock.
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501c News - September 2018
Nonprofits First shares information about upcoming programs, events, and more in its monthly newsletter.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, October 1, 2018
Children's Services Council's weekly news and information bulletin.
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Inter-Agency Network of Palm Beach County October Meeting
The next meeting of the Inter-Agency Network of Palm Beach County will be held at the Children's Home Society Building in West Palm Beach.
WHEN: Tuesday, October 2, 2018 | 8:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Children's Home Society Bldg-ground floor, 3333 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL, 33406
COST: $10 per agency (membership)
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Ballot Choices: Property Exemption & Taxes - Luncheon by the League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County will be hosting a hot topic luncheon: Ballot Choices: Property Exemption & Taxes.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 17, 2018 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Atlantis Country Club,
190 Atlantis Blvd, Atlantis, Florida 33462
CONTACT INFO: Register online at
lwvpbc.org or call Estelle Friedman at 561-968-4123
COST: $25 (before Oct. 12, 2018), $35
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Rethinking Poverty: Building Pathways to Economic Mobility
The purpose of the upcoming presentation, Rethinking Poverty, is to accelerate the building of integrated Health and Human Services systems to create more seamless, effective, and sustainable interventions that advance social and economic mobility of Palm Beach County residents.
WHEN: Thursday, October 25, 2018 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Keiser University Flagship Campus-Turner Auditorium, 2600 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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Library Activity - English Exchange
Practice speaking English in a fun and informal atmosphere. Intermediate knowledge of the language is recommended. The English Exchange program will be offered every Thursday at the Belle Glade Branch library.
WHEN: Thursday, October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8, 15, 29, December 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: Please contact Sandra (Glades Literacy Coordinator) at 561-996-3453 for additional information
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Glades Night Out Against Crime - South Bay
Residents are invited to participate in the Glades Night Out Against Crime event at the city of South Bay. The free event hopes to unite residents, law enforcement, local businesses and leaders to decrease crime. Food, games and more for free. In an effort to make the event a success, the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office is asking community organizations to join as vendors.
WHEN: Thursday, October 18, 2018 | 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tanner Park, 105 Palm Beach Road, South Bay, FL 33493
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On The Table: Share a Meal and Discuss Meaningful Ideas to Strengthen Our Community on Oct. 24
The Glades Initiative is part of the Steering Committee for
On the Table, a national initiative designed to unite people of all ages and diverse backgrounds over mealtime conversations
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The Community Foundation of Palm Beach and Martin County is sponsoring the initiative throughout Palm Beach and Martin County with funding by
the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
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We are looking for local Glades organizations and people interested in hosting a conversation on October 24, 2018. Materials are available to assist you in facilitating your own conversation. The
Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties has invited residents throughout the region to
join On the Table, s
hare a meal
, get together for coffee
and discuss meaningful ideas to strengthen
your
communit
y.
The mealtime conversations are structured to discuss issues that affect residents and grew out of a pilot program that was held last year.
Every voice matters and this is a wonderful opportunity to talk about what matters. Taking part is simple, whether over a meal or coffee break, hosting is easy.
The Glades Initiative will be hosting a table and encourages other local agencies to host one, as well. Stay tuned for more details.
If you are interested in hosting a table in the Glades, please contact Karis Engle at The Glades Initiative,
[email protected]
, or click on one of the links below.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 24, 2018
CONTACT INFO:
Click here for more information or to host a conversation of your own
Click here to read Palm Beach Post article about the date
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Mammograms After Sunday Service
You are invited to a MASS (Mammograms After Sunday Service) presentation. Sponsored by the Beautiful Gate Cancer Support and Resource Center.
WHEN: Saturday, October 27, 2018 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church, 1650 South Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Scholarship Opportunity for Glades Residents Interested in Becoming a Community Health Worker
A training scholarship is available to one eligible Glades resident for training as a Community Health Worker. Unemployed and displaced workers are able to apply for grant to cover tuition through CareerSource.
Requirements include:
- Must have completed the 500-hour work experience requirement
- Currently serves the Glades community in a human services capacity
- Must have an interest in becoming CHW certified
CONTACT INFO: For more information on how to apply for this scholarship, contact Karen Harwood at 561-433-3940, ext. 122.
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New Palm Tran Service Starts September 30, 2018, Glades Routes Changing
From Palm Tran: "As part of Palm Tran's first major service change in 22 years, the Route Performance Maximization (RPM) project is making getting around by Palm Tran a whole lot easier! The changes will extend evening service times, improve service frequency, add weekend service, and improve bus schedules and on-time performance in Palm Beach County."
Click here to learn more about Glades route changes (English)
Click here to learn more about Glades route changes (Haitian Creole)
Click here to learn more about Glades route changes (Spanish)
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Immigrants May be Denied Green Cards if They Have Received Benefits
From FRAC: "A proposed rule from the Department of Homeland Security would deny 'lawful permanent residency' if immigrants have received certain government benefits, or if the government anticipates they may do so in the future; the benefits include SNAP. 'The whole rule is so short-sighted and mean-spirited because we know these nutrition programs are not only incredible sources of nutrition, they improve health and well-being' that 'help children learn,' said Alexandra Ashbrook, director of special projects at FRAC. 'They help people be productive workers.'"
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Calling All Teens - Philanthropy Tank Application
Philanthropy Tank is now accepting applications for the next round teen
#CHANGEmakers in Palm Beach County. 8th-12th grade students in Palm Beach County can begin applying to get their philanthropic-driven projects funded! Applications open August 1 and close November 4, 2018.
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Library Events for the Month of October
Learn about activities at the Belle Glade and Pahokee Libraries for the month of October.
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SFWMD Unveils New Video About Lake Management and its Impact on South Florida
The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) unveiled a new video to educate the public about management of Lake Okeechobee. The video, "Who Relies on Lake Okeechobee?", was shown to the public at the SFWMD Governing Board's regular monthly meeting on Thursday. The video explains the role of Lake Okeechobee on the landscapes of South Florida from flood control to water supply and environmental restoration.
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Register for FREE Train the Brain Events!
Palm Health Foundation is planning for the upcoming Train the Brain Campaign, which takes place from October 1 - 31, 2018. The goal of Train the Brain is to change the conversation around brain health by helping Palm Beach County residents understand that taking care of the brain is just as important as taking care of the body.
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National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week
Learn about September 24 - 28, 2018 as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week and why it is important to support adult education and family literacy programs.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, September 24, 2018
Children's Services Council's weekly news and information bulletin.
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Job Opportunities
CareerSource
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Previous Postings - Other Areas
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2018 Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon
The Urban League of Palm Beach County Inc., hosts its 7th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon. Join clinicians and survivors as we educate the community about the disease that affects both men and women. Come out and enjoy a healthy lunch, receive educational materials and register to win a free door prize.
WHEN: Thursday, October 18, 2018 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Gaines Park Community Center
,
1501 N. Australian Avenue,
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
CONTACT INFO: For more information, Soulan Johnson,
Urban League of Palm Beach County,
561-833-1461 ext 3002,
[email protected]
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The Office of Diversity in Business Practices Hosts a Town Hall Meeting
The Urban League of Palm Beach County Inc., hosts its 7th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon. Join clinicians and survivors as we educate the community about the disease that affects both men and women. Come out and enjoy a healthy lunch, receive educational materials and register to win a free door prize.
WHEN: Monday, October 22, 2018 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Fulton-Holland Educational Services,
3300 Forest Hill Boulevard
, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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8th Annual Youth Empowerment Luncheon
The public is invited to attend the Urban League of Palm Beach County's (ULPBC) 8th Annual Youth Empowerment Luncheon. The event will assist Urban League of Palm Beach County to continue serving more than 18,000 clients annually within Palm Beach County. "Together we can empower communities and change lives."
WHEN: Thursday, November 8, 2018 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: West Palm Beach Marriott,
1001 Okeechobee Blvd,
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
CONTACT INFO: For more information, Soulan Johnson,
Urban League of Palm Beach County,
561-833-1461 ext 3002,
[email protected]
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Diabetes Awareness Day
Are you, a family member, or friend at risk for diabetes? Free risk assessment screenings will be provided during Diabetes Awareness Day, hosted by the Palm Beach Outlets.
WHEN: Saturday, November 10, 2018 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach Outlets,
1751 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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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
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 AT WWW.FLORIDACONSUMERHELP.COM OR 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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