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Monday, February 10, 2020
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The information appearing in this email is for general informational purposes only. Reference to any product, service, event or program is for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute endorsement by The Glades Initiative.
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The Glades Initiative will be Closed for President's Day
The Glades Initiative office will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2020 in honor of President's Day. We will open again on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 8 a.m.
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Coffee with Commissioner Melissa McKinlay
Palm Beach County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay will be meeting with Glades residents at the McDonald's in Belle Glade.
The "Coffee with the Commissioner" event will provide an informal opportunity for residents to ask questions and speak with County Commissioner McKinlay.
WHEN:
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
| 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: McDonald's, 833 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Story Nights and Black History Month Events
From PBC Library System: "The Palm Beach County Library System invites you to a month-long celebration. We will be offering events that honor the heritage, contributions and achievements of our African American community. Enjoy book discussions, musical performances, the celebration of our #1000blackgirlbooks collection, art, films and more.."
Mamma Griot & Her Rocking Story Bag
WHEN: Wednesday, February 12, 2019 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Book Discussion: "The Fire Next Time," by James Baldwin
WHEN: Saturday, February 15, 2019 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Branch, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Orisirisi African Folklore Presents: Moonlight Stories
WHEN: Tuesday, February 25, 2019 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Chick-fil-A Food Truck Comes to PBSC Belle Glade
Chick-fil-A's food truck will be visiting the Belle Glade campus of Palm Beach State College.
WHEN: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Palm Beach State College-CRA Parking Lot, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Glades STAR System of Care Meeting
Community Partners, please save the date for the Glades STAR System of Care meeting.
WHEN: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Belle Glade Library (Conference Room), 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Please call 561-506-7144 if you have any questions
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If you would like to attend by phone please use Call In Number:
1-563-999-1097,
Access Code: 840120#
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Family Fun Night with Noam Brown
Let the good times roll! Join us for this fun and interactive music program with Kids' Music Circle performer Noam Brown! All ages. (60 min.) Preregister.
WHEN: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 | 5:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Loula V York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: 561-924-5928
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Project Homeless Connect Comes to Belle Glade
A message to local organizations: there is still time to join this year's Project Homeless Connect in Belle Glade.
WHEN:
Thursday, February 13, 2020
| 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lake Shore Civic Center, 1224 SW Avenue E Place, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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English Exchange at Glades Area Libraries
Make new friends and practice speaking English! Free informal conversation sessions. Participants should have basic English skills.
WHEN:
Thursday, February 13, 2020
| 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
WHEN:
Friday, February 28, 2020
| 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Loula V. York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Rd, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: Brenda Gonzalez at 561-996-3453
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"Tee-Off for Kids" Fundraising Golf Tournament
Palm Beach State College's Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center Advisory Board is excited to announce that its inaugural "Tee-Off for Kids" fundraising golf tournament will be held at the Belle Glade Municipal Golf Club in February. Proceeds from the tournament will help to fund arts-based educational outreach programs in our local schools.
WHEN:
Saturday, February 15, 2020
| 8:00 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Municipal Golf Course, 2619 W Canal St N, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Information is available at the Belle Glade Municipal Golf Course, on the theatre's website at
www.dollyhand.org or by calling the Dolly Hand box office at 561-993-1160
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Public Invited to View Trench Rescue Class at PBSC
The Palm Beach State College Fire Academy will be holding a Trench Rescue class at the Belle Glade Campus. The public is invited to come view this complex training in action.
WHEN:
Monday, February 17-21, 2020
| 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Tuesday-Thursday); 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Friday)
WHERE: Palm Beach State College, 1977 SW College Dr, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For more information, please call Heather Love at 561-993-1126
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Bereavement Support Group at Lakeside Medical
From Trustbridge: "We welcome you to attend our Bereavement Support Group at Lakeside Medical Center. We will be meeting on the first floor at Lakeside in Conference Room A. Please join us for a supportive and meaningful group!"
WHEN:
Monday, February 17, 2020
| 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center-Conference Room 1, 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For more information, please contact Bereavement Department at 561-227-5175.
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Glades PATCH Meeting - Open to All
The Glades PATCH (Planned Approach To Community Health) is a program designed to help the community evaluate, plan and implement health education and disease prevention and intervention programs. PATCH helps promote the health of the community to include the social, emotional and physical well-being of its citizens. PATCH is a partnership of concerned citizens and organizations. This partnership provides a forum for identifying health problems affecting the community and mobilizing the community to plan, conduct and evaluate intervention services. The meeting is open to all who wish to join.
WHEN:
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
| 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE:
The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Ave C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Stevie Wonder Experience Comes to Dolly Hand CAC
Complete with a crack rhythm section, full-fledged horn ensemble and the formidable Gabriel Bello, a Billboard-ranked vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Natural Wonder truly is The Ultimate Stevie Wonder Experience.
WHEN:
Thursday, February 27, 2020
| 7:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For tickets, call the box office at 561-993-1160
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CareerSource Accepting Career Prep Applications
The Young Adult program at CareerSource Palm Beach County is accepting applications for their Career Prep program scheduled to begin on March 9th. Career Prep is a 5-week intensive work-readiness program geared towards young adults ages 17 - 24 who are not enrolled in school nor employed. Candidates must be motivated and committed to attend Monday - Thursday, 9am - 3pm, for five (5) weeks and meet eligibility and suitability criteria.
WHEN:
Monday, March 9, 2020
| 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: CareerSource West County, 1085 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Black History Poster Collection on View at PBSC
In celebration of Black History Month come view the poster collections on display in the lobby area of the TEC Building at the Belle Glade campus of Palm Beach State College. The exhibit runs until Feb. 28, 2020.
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Alyssa Sangeeta Jacobson Scholarship
This scholarship is named in memory of Alyssa Sangeeta Jacobson. Alyssa was committed to living a self-sufficient life and discovering her passions. The scholarship amount is $1,000 a year, to be distributed over two semesters.
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2020 William A. Cruickshank Scholarship Program
The Palm Beach County League of Cities, Inc. is pleased to announce the 2020 William A.
Cruickshank Scholarship program to promote and provide financial assistance to those pursuing areas of study that benefit municipal government professionalism.
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News from the Lighthouse Cafe - January 2020
Catch up on the latest news from the Lighthouse Cafe in Belle Glade by reading their January 2020 update!
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Chamber Chatter: News from Belle Glade Chamber
The Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce provides an update on upcoming events, programs, and more! In this month's edition: Black Gold Jubilee, Lawrence E Will Museum opens, and more.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, February 10, 2020
Get the latest information from the Children's Services Council. Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: Shape Your Future with 2020 Census, Center for Trauma Conseling receives $100,000 grant from Impact the Palm Beaches, and more!
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CareerSource Job Fair
From CareerSource: Companies are looking for job seekers just like you! Join February 12 for a job fair in West Palm Beach and speak with hiring businesses. Priority of service for veterans and persons with disabilities.
WHEN: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Holiday Inn Airport, 1301 Belvedere Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
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Workshop: How to Win $300k in Federal Contracts
Every federal contract $150,000 or less is set aside for small businesses. Yet last year, small businesses only reeived 12% of these contracts. Why?
Because either the small business did not show up or if they did, they did not show up properly. Dispel the myths, take the mystery out of selling to the federal government, and expand sales to the largest customer in the world.
WHEN: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Keiser University, 2085 Vista Parkway-Room 105, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more and to see the full schedule of SCORE workshops coming up
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Story Nights and Black History Month Events
From PBC Library System: "The Palm Beach County Library System invites you to a month-long celebration. We will be offering events that honor the heritage, contributions and achievements of our African American community. Enjoy book discussions, musical performances, the celebration of our #1000blackgirlbooks collection, art, films and more.."
A History of African American Literature
WHEN: Thursday, February 13, 2019 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Glades Road Branch, 20701 95th Ave S, Boca Raton, FL 33434
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PBC Library Curates More Than 1,000 Books Featuring Black Girl Protagonists
From PBC Library: "Find the Palm Beach County Library's collection of #1000blackgirlbooks in the children's area at the Main Library. The collection includes picture books, beginning readers, chapter books, biographies and young adult titles. Celebrate with a special story time by Palm Beach County Administrator Verdenia Baker and a performance by Orisirisi."
WHEN: Friday, February 14, 2020 | 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Main Library, 3650 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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Haitian American Culture Collaborative
Three civic responsibility and engagement seminars will be held at the Delray Beach Public Library in Delray Beach.
Immigration Issues & Temporary Protection Status (TPS)
WHEN: Saturday, February 15, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The U.S. Census
WHEN: Saturday, March 7, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Delray Beach Public Library, 100 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444
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Inter-Agency Network Meetings
The Inter-Agency Network of Palm Beach County invites all to its meeting. Meetings run September through June and are scheduled for the first Tuesday of each month.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 4, 2020 | 8:30 a.m.
WHERE: 3333 Forest Hill Blvd. Ground Floor Conference Room West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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Catholic Charities Mental Health Advisory Board Invite
Do you have some extra time to help those in need? Do you have a special place in your heart for promoting mental health and wellness throughout Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast? Are you committed to prevention of violence and suicide? Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach welcomes any interested community member to participate in our mental health advisory board. Meetings are scheduled once every quarter or more if needed.
WHEN: Thursday, March 26, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola-
St. Christopher Room (2nd floor), 9999 N Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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Earned $66,000 or Less Last Year, File for Free!
From the United Way of Palm Beach County: Was your 2019 household income $66,000 or less? You can receive free tax preparation assistance at one of our several VITA locations throughout the county! Our VITA Program gives you three choices to electronically file your tax return. All options are confidential, safe and free.
VITA Site at Community Partners Prosperity Center
WHEN:
Tuesdays and Thursdays until April 14, 2020
| 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Community Partners Prosperity Center (located within Bridges at Belle Glade), 33 West Avenue A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
VITA Site at West County Senior Center
WHEN:
Mondays and Saturdays until April 13, 2020
| Monday 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road 15, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Film: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools
This feature-length documentary takes a deep dive into the lives of Black girls and the practices, cultural beliefs, and policies that disrupt one of the most important factors in girls' lives - education. Enjoy a meal followed by a film screening.
WHEN:
Saturday, February 22, 2020
| 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3453
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Glades Festival of Afro Arts and Parade
The annual Glades Festival of Afro Arts will be held at Lake Shore Park. A parade kicks off the festivities at Lake Shore Middle School at 11:00 a.m.
WHEN: Saturday, March 7, 2019 | 12:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. (parade at 11:00 a.m.)
WHERE:
Lake Shore Park, 1224 SW Avenue E Pl, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, call 561-301-7511, 561-914-0280, or 561-983-2425
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Workshop: Here to Stay Upkeep Program
Join Habitat for Humanity for an interactive workshop on their "Here to Stay: Home Upkeep for All" program. Learn how home maintenance can save you money.
WHEN: Thursday, March 12, 2019 | 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Habitat for Humanity-Belle Glade, 1077 A S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: 561-253-2080
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2020 Black Gold Jubilee at Torry Island
The annual Black Gold Jubilee returns to Torry Island, with headliner Sara Evans performing at a free concert at 7:30 p.m. Other activities include: art show, free kid's rides, cornhole tournament, car show, fireworks at 9 p.m. and much more.
WHEN:
Saturday, April 4, 2020
| 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Torry Island, 5000 W Canal St N, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Mentors Needed in the Glades & Mentor Training
From Take Stock in Children: We are in need of mentors and especially mentors for the Glades community. Mentoring takes but a little of your time with a minimum of meeting your mentee two times a month but the impact you will make is immeasurable. Most importantly, you will allow your student a college scholarship. See the Mentor Application and the training flyer attached.
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Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity
Volunteer at Habitat for Humanity's newest location in Belle Glade. Click below for volunteer requirements and benefits.
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County
Learn Census 101, Why Your Participation in the 2020 Census Matters in Palm Beach County's Count-e-News!
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501c News from Nonprofits First
This month, Nonprofits First is focusing our member spotlight on a world many of us aren't familiar with: traditional Japanese performing arts. This and much more in the latest edition of 501c News.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, February 3, 2020
Get the latest information from the Children's Services Council. Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: EveryParent Resource Guide now available in Spanish and Creole, Council joins community partners, invests in behavioral health, and more!
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Previous Postings - Other Areas
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The Power of Women Event
Join a dynamic group of Palm Beach County's professional women CEOs and organizations to learn about resources available to women entrepreneurs, and networking time to build strong, high value alliances with other professionals.
WHEN: Friday, February 21, 2020 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Manatee Lagoon, 6000 N Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
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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
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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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