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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, May 30, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, May 31, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, May 31, 8:30 am - Resilience, the Biology of Stress by Center for Child Counseling: Virtual
Wed, May 31, 9:00 am - Mental Health First Aid, Belle Glade
Wed, May 31, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Thu, June 1, 12:00 pm - SCORE PBC: How to Scale Without Investors: Zoom
Sat, June 3, 10:00 am - Healthy Families Healthy Communities Event, Belle Glade
Sat, June 3, 7:00 pm - 3rd Annual Glades Tri-Cities Senior Citizens Prom, South Bay
Tue, June 6, 9:00 am - Inter-Agency Network Meeting of PBC: Zoom
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FREE FOOD for Anyone in Need at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's Food Pantry is available to anyone in need. Residents may come in once per week at any time during the hours listed below. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines).
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
NEW: Wednesdays 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm – Drive through -food pantry – (current card holders only)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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Center for Child Counseling Presents: Resilience, the Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope
From the Center for Child Counseling: "As May comes to a close, the excitement continues with our final Lead the Fight events, wrapping up our 2023 series. And, don't miss out on our Get your Green on training deals to earn CEU's for FREE only until the end of the month."
WHEN: Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | 8:30 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Mental Health First Aid (Adult In-Person)
Healthier Glades is offering a Mental Health First Aid (Adult in-person) on Wednesday, May 31st, and June 3rd from 9 am-1 pm located at Federation of Families Be Well Center 19 Everglades Street; Belle Glade, FL 33430 in the Okeechobee Housing Authority. An incentive for your attendance will be given for attending BOTH sessions. Lunch will be provided.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 31 & June 3, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Federation of Families Be Well Center 19 Everglades Street; Belle Glade, FL 33430
TO REGISTER: Please click on the link below to register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/618526829397
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SCORE PBC Presents: How to Scale Without Investors
Attract customers who pay, stay, and refer to fuel rapid growth, making it easy to scale your business without giving up equity to investors.
WHEN: Thursday, June 1, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
TO REGISTER: Zoom
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Healthy Families Lead to Healthy Communities Event
Health-based organizations serving the Glades invite the community to the "Healthy Families Lead to Healthy Communities" event in Belle Glade.
WHEN: Saturday, June 3, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: C.L. Brumback Health Center, 38754 State Road 80, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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3rd Annual Glades Tri-Cities Senior Citizens Prom 2023
KTM and the Tri-Cities Prom Committee present the 3rd Annual Glades Tri-Cities Senior Citizens Prom 2023.
WHEN: Saturday, June 3, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Rosenwald Elementary Cafeteria, 1321 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Summer Reading Program 2023 by PBC Library
Participate by completing a Little Learner Log or BINGO card, available at one of our service desks. Your entry will make you eligible for one completion prize (while supplies last) and an entry into our grand prize drawing. Grand prize winners will be selected after Fri, Jul 28, 2023.
WHEN: Monday, June 5-July 28, 2023
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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Inter-Agency Network of Palm Beach County Hybrid Meeting
The Inter-Agency Network of Palm Beach County is one of Palm Beach County's oldest
"community-wide" networking groups. Meetings run the first Tuesday of each month from September through June.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 | 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom and in person, Mounts Auditorium, 531 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Click here to learn more
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Auditions for Rapunzel at the Dolly Hand
Missoula Children’s Theatre is back at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center from June 12th to June 16th with RAPUNZEL! We encourage students from the Glades schools ages 5 to 18 to audition for a role in the show. Auditions are on June 12th at 10 AM at the Dolly Hand, located in Palm Beach State College in Belle Glade. This is a week-long commitment as there will be rehearsals every day leading up to the show on June 16th. Those that get a role on audition day, will stay 2 hours for the first rehearsal.
Auditions
WHEN: Monday, June 12, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach State College, 1977 SW College Dr, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Questions? Call Vera at 561-993-1161
Click here to learn more
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Summer Breakspot: Free Meals for Kids and Teens!
Free meals this summer for children - find locations near you.
Click here to learn more
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Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies June 2023 Educational Calendar
Educational classes are for pregnant women and new families. Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies provides free hands-on education programs for parents and support partners. The class instructors are community partners or certified Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies staff.
WHEN: Participants can register for classes/groups on the HMHB website www.hmhbpbc.org. Check out our Calendar to view upcoming classes or groups.
WHERE: Virtual and In-person
CONTACT: Gaelle Kenol at gkenol@hmhbpbc.org
Click here to learn more
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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert for Lake Okeechobee
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in the Lake Okeechobee water body. This is in response to water samples taken on May 24th, 2023. The public should exercise caution in and around these areas. This is a recreational surface water alert, drinking water is not affected.
Click here to learn more
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Up to $12,000 Available to Eligible Veterans, Spouses for Job Training from CareerSource Palm Beach County
In observing Memorial Day, CareerSource Palm Beach County is offering up to $12,000 for occupational training to eligible veterans and military spouses seeking employment through their Careers for Veterans Grant program. The program pays for licenses, degrees, and certifications to help veterans and their spouses gain credentials for many in-demand careers. More than 400 credentials are available. The program also provides supportive
services to cover the cost of books, licensing fees, and even childcare.
Click here to learn more
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FREE FOOD for Anyone in Need at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's Food Pantry is available to anyone in need. Residents may come in once per week at any time during the hours listed below. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines).
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
NEW: Wednesdays 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm – Drive through -food pantry – (current card holders only)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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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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Summer Breakspot: Free Meals for Kids and Teens
Free meals this summer for children - find locations near you.
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach Post: Summer Fun in PBC Just Got More Budget Friendly
In Palm Beach County, the days are getting hotter, students are out of school and tourists are staking out the perfect spot on local beaches. Yes, summer is officially days away, and so are the summer deals and events. For the adventurous, a single summer pass offers access to a safari, a zoo, a science museum, and an alligator farm.
Click here to learn more
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Tax Talk: June 2023 Edition
From Anne M. Gannon: "This June marks the three-year anniversary of when we introduced our enhanced, in-person reservation-only process. Since then, we’ve worked hard to introduce new features designed to make your experience exceptional."
Click here to learn more
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BCC Briefs: Board of County Commission Briefs for May 16, 2023
At the May 16, 2023, Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board took action on the regular agenda.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, May 25, 2023
Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, May 30, 2023
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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Resilience and Healing Workshop
May is Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care Awareness Month! Join us in building
resilience, healing, and well-being. Don't miss our screening of Resilience: The Biology of Stress & The Science of Hope on May 31st!
WHEN: Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | 8:30 a.m.
WHERE: Opportunity Early Childhood Education & Family Center, 4171 Westgate Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Click here to learn more
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Evening Honoring HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness
On June 1, join Palm Beach County Community Services for a free evening event honoring HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day. The event will be held at the beautiful Cox Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach.
WHEN: Thursday, June 1, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Cox Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Click here to learn more
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Free Tree Giveaway with Community Greening
Community Greening is teaming up with State Farm and the Arbor Day Foundation, to pass out FREE TREES on Saturday, June 3rd starting at 9 am in the Mounts Botanical Garden Parking Entrance parking lot. This will be a Walk-up Tree Giveaway, passing out 140 native and fruit trees.
WHEN: Saturday, June 3, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Click here to learn more
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Celebrate Diversity, Foster Unity Community Training
Palm Beach County Behavioral Health Coalition presents the "Celebrate Diversity, Foster Unity" community training on cultural diversity program.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Click here to learn more
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Let's Talk Community Conversations: ABCD's of Water Safety
The Drowning Prevention Coalition provides free land-based water safety presentations to schools, businesses, and organizations with the mission to prevent drowning by educating residents on water safety and basic rescue techniques.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Greenacres Community Center, 501 Swain Blvd, Greenacres, FL
Click here to learn more
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Healthcare Perspectives: County & State
Attend an evening featuring a networking reception and educational presentations from Broward County Medical Association President, Dr. Antonio Wong, and Florida Medical Association President-Elect, Dr. Jason Goldman. Food and drinks served.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 14, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach, 3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Hot Topic Meeting for June 2023
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) invites voters and residents to another informative Hot Topic Discussion and Lunch. Our guests will be discussing new Senate Bills that affect all Florida voters.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 559 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach 33415
Click here to learn more
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Jim Moran Small Business Leadership Conference
Early Bird registration is now open for the 12th Annual Small Business Leadership Conference! Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from expert speakers and network with other small business owners, nonprofit executives, and community leaders.
WHEN: Monday, June 19-21, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando, FL
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Take Stock in Children Mentor Orientation Sessions
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives? Perhaps you had a significant mentor who influenced your life, and now it's your turn to pay it forward as a mentor for Take Stock in Children. As we prepare for the new school year, we require mentors from across Palm Beach County to assist our students. Apply now and participate in a mentor orientation to ensure our mentors are prepared for the Fall semester.
WHEN: Thursday, June 8 & 13, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. (June 8) 12:00 p.m. (June 13)
WHERE: Zoom
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City of Pahokee Hosts Juneteenth Celebrating Annual Festival
Celebrate Juneteenth in Pahokee - kids' corner, talent show, rib and bake-off, vendors, food, music, and more!
WHEN: Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Martin Luther King Park, 100 E 5th St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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FWBC Presents: Start, Get Funding, Grow & Run a Successful Business
This workshop covers the services offered by the Florida Women's Business Center (FLBW) to support you in achieving your goals.
WHEN: Thursday, June 22, 2023 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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I Am Girls Summit, for Residents of the Glades
Her Movement is presenting the I Am Girls Summit for girls from Clewiston, Belle Glade, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, and more. Cooking class, yoga, meditation, financial literacy, catwalk class, and much more.
WHEN: Friday, June 23-25, 2023
REGISTER: www.hermovement63.org
Click here to learn more
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City of Belle Glade 4th of July Extravaganza
The City of Belle Glade presents a 4th of July Extravaganza at Las Palmas.
WHEN: Tuesday, July 4, 2023 | 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Las Palmas, 1799 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Belle Glade Chamber Chatter - May 2023
The Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce provides an update in its May 2023 Chamber Chatter newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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PBC Unemployment Rate Drops to Second Lowest on Record
Palm Beach County’s unemployment rate for April 2023 announced today is 2.3 percent, the second lowest unemployment rate on record. It also is below the year-ago rate of 2.6 percent, according to the latest reports released today by CareerSource Palm Beach County and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.
Click here to learn more
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Clerk Report: Top 5 Frequently Asked Passport Questions
Thinking of traveling abroad this year? If you need a passport, the Clerk’s office is here to help. As Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller in Palm Beach County, one of my office’s important duties to the public is as an authorized passport acceptance facility, providing the necessary services for U.S. citizens to obtain new passports.
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Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Grant Newsletter - May 2023
From Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick: "Please find below a sampling of grants that may be of interest to organizations across Broward and Palm Beach County."
Click here to learn more
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NOFO: Programming for Men Who've Perpetrated Intimate Partner Violence
the Programming for Men Who’ve Perpetrated Intimate Partner Violence NoFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity) has been posted. The closing date for this solicitation is June 1, 2023 at 5:00 pm.
Click here to learn more
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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert for Multiple 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 the Lake Okeechobee Pahokee Marina Boat Ramp water bodies. This is in response to water samples taken on May 17th, 2023. The public should exercise caution in and around these areas. This is a recreational surface water alert, drinking water is not affected.
Click here to learn more
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PEPPI Headstart is Enrolling
PEPPI Head Start is now enrolling students. If you have a 3- to 5-year-old and want them to have a place for them to go for the summer, PEPPI Head Start offers year-round services to children and families within the community. Your child will be fully engaged through play, fun learning, singing, dancing, and socializing with other students. This program is totally free to you as a parent.
WHERE: PEPPI Head Start, 301 SW Ave 8 St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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250 Residents Receive New Air-Conditioning Units with PBC Community Service's Program
The Crisis Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Replacement Program, through LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program), is working to assist low-income Palm Beach County homeowners in need of replacing their home’s air-conditioning system, with the assistance of up to $15,000.
Click here to learn more
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Dress for Success Monthly News
From Dress for Success: "A year ago, on May 9th I began my term as Executive Director here at Dress for Success Palm Beaches. The time has sped by, packed with many proud achievements. I feel deeply privileged to be in this position, working with an amazing staff and exceptional crew of dedicated volunteers, including a uniquely hands-on and in-the-trenches Board of Directors."
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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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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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