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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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~~~ This Week ~~~
Mon-Fri, 9:00 am - FREE COVID-19 Vaccines and Testing at Lakeside Medical Center, BG
Mon, Oct 25, 5:00 pm - PBC Redistricting Town Hall Meeting: Online
Tue, Oct 26, 12:00 pm - Online Safety Guide by The Human Trafficking Coalition of PBC: Zoom
Tue, Oct 26, 3:00 pm - The Glades Initiative Pantry of Choice Hours, The Glades Initiative, BG
Wed, Oct 27, 8:30 am - The Glades Initiative Pantry of Choice Hours, The Glades Initiative, BG
Wed, Oct 27, 10:00 am - Farmworker Career Development Program Meeting, BG Civic Center
Wed, Oct 27, 10:00 am - Better Together Event by The Human Trafficking Coalition of PBC: Zoom
Wed, Oct 27, 6:00 pm - Racial Wealth Gap Learning Simulation by SOFI: Online
Thu, Oct 28, 8:30 am - The Glades Initiative Pantry of Choice Hours, The Glades Initiative, BG
Fri, Oct 29, 10:00 am - Women's Roundtable presented by SCORE PBC: Online
Fri, Oct 29, 1:00 pm - Process, Policy and Poverty Webinar by SOFI: Online
Sun, Oct 31, 12:30 pm - Community Health Fair by First United Methodist, Pahokee
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The Glades Initiative Food Distribution is Changing!
We hope that the flexibility of our new “Pantry of Choice” hours helps us to serve you better. You may come to shop in the pantry once per week at any time during open hours. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines)! Food will no longer be distributed outside.
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (Thursday)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Palm Beach County Redistricting Town Hall Meeting
The public is invited to attend a virtual town hall meeting regarding redistricting of the Palm Beach County Commission districts. The redistricting process occurs every ten years following the release of Census information. This meeting will provide information on the 2020 Census, the redistricting process, upcoming public hearings, and will provide an opportunity for you to provide your comments and feedback.
WHEN: Monday, Oct 25, 2021 | 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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Online Safety: A Guide for Parents and Guardians, presented by The Human Trafficking Coalition of PBC
The public is invited to attend the VIRTUAL event "Online Safety: A Guide for Parents & Guardians", presented by The Human Trafficking Coalition of Palm Beach County.
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct 26, 2021 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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Farmworker Career Development Program Advisory Board Meeting
The Farmworker Career Development Program is to strengthen the ability of eligible migrant and seasonal farm workers and their dependents to achieve economic self-sufficiency through their participation in education, skills training and supportive services.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 27, 2021 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Civic Center, 725 NW 4th St-Meeting Room A, Belle Glade, FL 33430 (Online also available)
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Better Together, Virtual Event by The Human Trafficking Coalition of Palm Beach County
The public is invited to attend the VIRTUAL event "Better Together: A United Front Against Human Trafficking in South Florida", presented by The Human Trafficking Coalition of Palm Beach County.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 27, 2021 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Online
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Racial Wealth Gap Learning Simulation by Securing Our Futures Initiative
THE SIMULATION IS an interactive tool that helps people understand the connections among racial equity, hunger, poverty, and wealth. It is a good first step for people unaware of structural inequality, a support tool for those who want a deeper understanding of structural inequality, and a source of information for experts who want to know the quantifiable economic impact of each policy that has widened today’s racial hunger, income, and wealth divides.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 27, 2021 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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Join the Women's Roundtable Next Week, presented by SCORE PBC
Through our open discussion, you will have the opportunity to: Convert leads into cash; Align with and support your goals through connections and strategic alliances; Set up a process that guarantees results; and more. Presented by SCORE PBC.
WHEN: Friday, Oct 29, 2021 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Online
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Webinar "Process, Policy and Poverty" by Securing Our Future Initiative
Learn about the Securing Our Future Initiative and hear from experts in the field of poverty reduction. Open to the community, nonprofit partners, elected and government officials, businesses, and more.
WHEN: Friday, Oct 29, 2021 | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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Community Health Fair by First United Methodist Church of Pahokee & Faith-Based Health Educators
The public is invited to join a Community Health Fair presented by First United Methodist Church of Pahokee in partnership with Glades faith-based health educators. Free services to be offered, including diabetes risk assessments, brain health screenings, and more.
WHEN: Sunday, Oct 31, 2021 | 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: 491 East Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
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Thrive in the Recession through the Power of No-Bid Federal Contracts
You’ll be able to make an informed, intelligent decision IF you can grow in this recession through the power of no-bid federal contracts.
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 3, 2021 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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US Caregiving Youth Connect Webinar
A webinar and discussion by and for Caregiving Youth to share their stories, answer questions, and learn from one another.
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 3, 2021 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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FREE COVID-19 Vaccines at Lakeside Medical Center
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County mobile bus will be providing COVID-19 vaccines free-of-charge at Lakeside Medical Center. No appointments necessary.
WHEN: Monday-Friday | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center Parking Lot, 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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The Glades Initiative Food Distribution is Changing!
We hope that the flexibility of our new “Pantry of Choice” hours helps us to serve you better. You may come to shop in the pantry once per week at any time during open hours. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines)! Food will no longer be distributed outside.
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (Thursday)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Palm Beach County Food Finder Map
An interactive tool using Google Maps to help people easily locate free food and hot meals in Palm Beach County. This online tool was created to connect individuals seeking food resources to sites near them. Information is English, Spanish, and Creole. United Way updates the information listed on this map weekly. However, locations and hours of distribution may change. Please consider calling the site prior to visiting to verify the information listed. Please note that sites may have specific requirements such as ID.
CONTACT: To access the United Way of Palm Beach County's Food Finder map, click here
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What's Next After Graduation? Get to Know Your Career Tech Options Today at West Tech
Call West Technical Education Center to learn about low-cost and free training for construction trades, healthcare, and transportation.
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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert in 3 Lake Okeechobee Locations
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Lake Okeechobee water bodies.
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Emergency Repair Assistance Available to Palm Beach County Residents
Palm Beach County’s Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) announces the availability of State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Emergency Repairs assistance funds for Fiscal Year 2021-2022.
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The Friday 5: News from PBC School District, Oct 22, 2021
Learn what the School District of Palm Beach County has been doing by reading the latest issue of The Friday 5.
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Chamber Chatter - News from BG Chamber of Commerce
Find out what the Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce has been up to by reading their latest newsletter!
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Oct 20, 2021
New Voting Rules! Termination of Declaration of Continuing State of Emergency. October / November Events County wide, and more in this issue of Count-e-News.
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McKinlay Memo - Oct 19, 2021
From Commissioner Melissa McKinlay: "National Farmer's Day - October 12th was National Farmer's Day. On this day, we recognize the hardworking men and women who grow the food our nation relies upon to nourish our families. Farming is one of the oldest professions in the world, and also one of the most challenging, so please thank a farmer for all the important work they do!"
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Clerk Alert: Clerk's Guardianship Team, a Decade of Service to PBC
From Joseph Abruzzo, PBC Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller: "For the past decade, our team has been a leader in guardianship fraud investigations, from the launch of the Guardianship Integrity Assurance Hotline in 2011 that allowed people to anonymously report possible cases of fraud in guardianship cases, to the creation of an online reporting system for guardians that was recently highlighted by a statewide task force for potential use throughout Florida."
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The Skidmore Scoop: House District 81, Oct 15, 2021
Get the latest update from the Florida House of Representative for District 81, Kelly Skidmore.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Oct 25, 2021
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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In Need of Masks? Contact The Glades Initiative, Inc.
If you or people you know need masks, The Glades Initiative has masks and will share them with anyone in the Glades who needs them. These are the white two-ply reusable washable masks given by the health department. Call or come by to pick them up as long as supplies last.
If you are with a group of vulnerable people and need more than 20, call us first and we will do our best to help you get what you need.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc., 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Hygiene Items Needed for 2021 Holiday Gift Bags
From Lighthouse Cafe: "If you or someone you know is looking for a way to make a difference and give back this holiday season, we requesting donations of hygiene items for our holiday gift bags. Our goal is to give out 200 bags containing one of each of the items below. We are requesting all donations to be dropped off or picked up by December 15th. To schedule a pick-up, please call Martha Lynn Weeks at (561) 993-7020. We thank you in advance for your help!"
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Community Action Advisory Board Seeks to Fill Low-Income Seat Vacancy
The Palm Beach County Community Action Agency’s (CAA) mission is to collaborate with other organizations to remove barriers and create opportunities for low- income individuals and families that will enable them to become more self-sufficient. CAA’s Advisory Board currently has a vacancy for the Tri-City Glades area Low-Income Seat and is inviting organizations in that area that serve low-income residents to nominate a representative.
CONTACT: Interested organizations who would like to nominate a representative may submit a letter of affirmation to Mary Imitola via email at MImitola@pbcgov.org. The interested candidate must reside in the Tri-City Glades area. For more information, please contact 561-355-4791.
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Healthier Glades Updates
Learn about Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, mini grants, and much more in this Healthier Glades Updates.
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Rental Assistance Available from PBC for Families Dealing with COVID
Palm Beach County (PBC) will accept applications for ERAP2 allocations starting Oct 18, 2021. Individuals experiencing a crisis during this pandemic, which has led to a financial impact, can apply for rental assistance at: www.RentalAssistancePBC.org.
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Health Officials Issue Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Advisory
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County (DOH-Palm Beach) today advised residents there has been an increase in mosquito- borne disease activity in the western areas of Palm Beach County. These areas include western Boca Raton, Jupiter Farms, Belle Glade, and Wellington.
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Alzheimer's Disease Caregiver Toolkit
Read the latest edition of the Department of Elder Affairs of the State of Florida's newsletter to access an Alzheimer's Disease Caregiver Toolkit.
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The Friday 5: News from PBC School District, Oct 15, 2021
Learn what the School District of Palm Beach County has been doing by reading the latest issue of The Friday 5.
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The Skidmore Scoop: House District 81, Oct 15, 2021
Get the latest update from the Florida House of Representative for District 81, Kelly Skidmore.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Oct 18, 2021
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
- Custodian/Driver
- After-school Counselor (part-time)
- After-school Counselor (full-time)
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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.
or (561) 996-3310.*
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