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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, Oct 15, 9:00 am - PATCH Monthly Meeting, The Glades Initiative, BG: Hybrid
Tue, Oct 15, 1:00 pm - SCORE Presents: Overview of SBA Programs
Tue, Oct 15, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Oct 16, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice-open to anyone
Wed, Oct 16, 9:30 am - Financial Literacy Workshop in Spanish at The Glades Initiative, BG
Thu, Oct 17, 1:00 pm - Disparity Study Informs County Data on Minority Businesses: Virtual
Thu, Oct 17, 5:30 pm - Take Stock in Children Mentor Orientation: Virtual
Fri, Oct 18, 11:00 am - Empower Healthcare Tea and Conversations, Pahokee Marina
Sat, Oct 19, 8:00 am - Breast Cancer Event: Muck, Sweat and Cheers, Pahokee Marina
Sat, Oct 19, 10:00 am - Bayfest, Tanner Park, South Bay
Sat, Oct 19, 2:00 pm - Read a Recipe Bash at Pahokee Library
Mon, Oct 21, 6:00 pm - How to Escape a Sinking Vehicle, Belle Glade Library
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Financial Literacy Workshop at The Glades Initiative in Spanish: Budgeting
In this workshop, participants will understand the value of creating a budget, and learn strategies to build a simple budget and pay off debt.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 16, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL. 33430
CONTACT: For more information, call Ms. Baltazar at 561.996.3310
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.
- 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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PATCH Monthly Meeting: Hybrid (Zoom & In-Person)
The next PATCH meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024, at 9:00 AM. It is a hybrid meeting, but you are encouraged to attend in person at the Glades Initiative bldg.
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
MEETING LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4457939554?pwd=L2sxT1FTOWlOVlZGZkJ1d2wwN3ZyZz09 (Meeting ID: 445 793 9554
Passcode: 1234)
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SCORE Presents: Overview of SBA Programs and Services
This workshop covers the programs and services offered by the Small Business Administration (SBA) to help owners start and grow their small businesses. Although the SBA is usually associated with loans, this overview will go over the SBA Loan Programs and other programs and services, including Counseling, Export Assistance, Government Contracting, Surety Bonds, and Disaster Assistance.
WHEN: Tuesday Oct 15, 2024 | 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
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Disparity Study Informs County Data on Minority and Women-Owned Businesses Being Utilized
Palm Beach County has contracted with Griffin & Strong(G&S) to conduct a Disparity Study to determine if willing and able minority- and women-owned businesses are significantly underutilized in construction, professional services, and goods and services contracts awarded by the County and if so, the extent to which such disparities may be attributed to discrimination. Local business owners and community members are invited to attend the
Informational/Kickoff Meeting to learn more about the Disparity Study process and how they can get involved.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 17, 2024 | 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
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Take Stock in Children Needs Mentors: Orientation Sessions Available
Take Stock in Children Palm Beach is in need of mentors throughout Palm Beach
County. We have several orientation sessions coming up.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 17, 22 2024 | 5:30 p.m. (Oct 17), 9:00 a.m. (Oct 22)
CONTACT: Please contact Elissa Sorel at esorel@takestockpalmbeach.org or 561-320-8464 if you are interested in becoming a mentor.
Click here to learn more
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Empower Healthcare Tea and Conversations
Empower Healthcare invites you to tea and conversations about women's health.
WHEN: Friday, Oct 18, 2024 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Marina, 190 N Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Breast Cancer Event: Muck, Sweat and Cheers
To participate in the Pink Walk, please click on this link to register. Registration Fee: $10 per
individual. You can also register onsite on the day of the walk. Please contact Annie Ifill at
healthierglades@htpbc.org for more information regarding the event.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 | 8:00 a.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Marina Campground, 190 N. Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476
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Save the Date: Bayfest
Save the Date for the annual Bayfest Celebration in South Bay.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tanner Park, 105 Palm Beach Road, South Bay, FL 33493
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Read a Recipe Beastly Bash at Pahokee Library
Do you want an early start to Halloween? Our Beastly Bash will include a spooky story by candlelight, crafts, spooky snacks and a costume contest! Preregister online.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Loula V. York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee 33476
Click here to learn more
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How to Escape a Sinking Vehicle at Belle Glade Library
Did you know that motor vehicle crashes in canals are the third leading cause of drowning in Palm Beach County? Bambi Fanto from The Drowning Prevention Coalition of PBC will teach vital tips on escaping from a vehicle submerged in water. Learn life-saving strategies to survive and escape a canal crash.
WHEN: Monday, Oct 21, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade 33430
Click here to learn more
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Financial Literacy Workshop at The Glades Initiative in Haitian Creole: Budgeting
In this workshop, participants will understand the value of creating a budget, and learn strategies to build a simple budget and pay off debt.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL. 33430
Contact: For more information, call Ms. Fabienne at 561.996.3310
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Applying for Hurricane Milton Recovery Disaster Aid
Florida homeowners and renters in counties who had uninsured damage or losses caused
by Hurricane Milton may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance. Currently eligible counties: Brevard, Charlotte, Citrus, Clay, Collier, DeSoto, Duval, Flagler, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Indian River, Lake, Lee, Manatee, Marion, Martin, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Palm Beach, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Putnam, Sarasota, Seminole, St. Johns, St. Lucie, Sumter, and Volusia.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (website)
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Palm Beach Cautions About Blue Green Algae at Lake Okeechobee
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County (DOH-Palm Beach) cautions the public of the presence of blue-green algae on October 2, 2024, in Lake Okeechobee.
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.
- 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 in 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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PBC Library System Provides Weekend Meal Kits for Kids
The Palm Beach County Library System is providing free weekend meal kits for children ages 18 and younger. Meal kits are available every Friday year-round at several locations.
WHEN: Every Friday
WHERE:
Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade FL 33430
Clarence E. Anthony Branch, 375 SW 2nd Avenue, South Bay FL 33493
Loula V. York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Hunger Relief Update: October 2024
United Way of Palm Beach County's (UWPBC) Hunger Relief Initiative provides you with important news about hunger relief in Palm Beach County. Information is current as of October 9, 2024. Check out what's new and learn about ongoing work below.
Click here to learn more
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Center for Child Counseling Newsletter
From the Center for Child Counseling: "As we move through October, we're taking time to reflect on the significance of Suicide Prevention Month in September and remain committed to raising awareness and working towards building a trauma-informed community equipped to support children."
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Oct 9, 2024
Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.
Click here to learn more
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Nonprofit Leadership Summit 2024
Did you know that more than likely your nonprofit is interpreting what is included in overhead wrong? This means you are receiving less funding in grants; you are restricting your organization’s mission, and, possibly, its survival in the long term.
WHEN: Friday, Oct 18, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Manatee Lagoon Conference Center 6000 N Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, 33407
Click here to learn more
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Hot Topic Luncheon: TV News Directors on Covering the Election
Join us for a luncheon and an exciting panel discussion focused on how three local TV
stations will be covering the November 5 election. Panelists are: Jon Brady - Director of News at WPEC News 12, Kathy Reynolds - Director of News at WPTV News 5, Emily Thompson - Director of News at WPBF News 25.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Marriott Hotel, 1001 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, Fl
Click here to learn more
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Train the Brain: Launching the Brain Coast Vision
Palm Health Foundation is launching "The Brain Coast Vision," an aspiration toward a thriving brain health ecosystem in South Florida. This vision is partly realized through breakthrough scientific research happening right here in Palm Beach County. Join us to hear the stories behind the science and be inspired by the journeys that led local scientists to dedicate their lives to advancing treatment for brain disorders as varied as depression, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and more.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute at Florida Atlantic University Jupiter Campus, Jupiter, Florida 33458
Click here to learn more
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Fall Festival at Bridges of Lake Worth West
Bring your kids to Bridges at Lake Worth West's Fall Festival Trick or Treat event.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 | 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: PBC Therapeutic Recreation Center, 2728 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth, FL 33461
Click here to learn more
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Walk in My Shoes Presented by People of Purpose
Join us for a learning experience that will walk attendees through the shoes of real-life, lived-experience stories of freedom, incarceration, and rebuilding presented by local community leaders.
WHEN: Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: 3361 Fairlane Farms Road, Suite 4, Wellington, FL 33414
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Vote for The Glades Initiative as a Target Circle Participant!
The Glades Initiative is currently a Target Circle participant. Voting is open for our organization through the Target mobile app and website until December 31, 2024.
Voting
WHEN: Now, through Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (how to vote)
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2024 Glades Area Resource Guide Is Now Available
The 2024 Glades Area Resource Guide is now available online! You can access the digital copy by visiting our website at gladesinitiative.org or by clicking on the link below.
Distribution of the printed copies will be available in limited quantities next week and then more in early July. Stay tuned for more information.
2024 Glades Area Resource Guide
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Pecans for Sale at Belle Glade Chamber
It’s That Time of Year! Georgia pecans from Schermer Pecans—family grown for over 75 years! Guaranteed delivery* before Thanksgiving, with crops on time. Exciting new flavors: Southern Praline and Sweet Georgia Heat. No price increase: still just $12 per bag.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Newsletter
Learn more about the work of the League of Women Voters by reading their latest newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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Volunteers Needed to Serve as Nonpartisan Poll Monitors
Palm Beach County Voting Rights Coalition, together with the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County, is seeking volunteers to serve as nonpartisan poll monitors for the upcoming November election! This is a vital role in ensuring that every voter can cast their ballot smoothly and fairly. Training is completely online and takes about 90 minutes. Once you're ready, you can choose a 4-hour shift — midday or afternoon — whenever works best for you.
Click here to learn more
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Kids Clubhouse Academy Accepting Applications
Kids Clubhouse is a provider with the Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County Program, consisting of school readiness and voluntary pre-kindergarten. It is currently accepting scholars ages 6 months to 12 years including those with special needs.
WHERE: Kids Clubhouse, 179 Noah Court, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Does Your Family Need Therapy But Worry About the Cost?
All Palm Beach County families with children or youth up to 22 years old can get FREE 12-session family therapy and more through the Palm Beach County Youth Services Department! Take the first step toward a healthier family today!
SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT: Schedule your appointment by clicking here: https://lnk.bio/pbcysdnow We have therapists that speak English, Spanish and Creole.
Click here to learn more
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Stay Prepared with Disaster Supply Kit Checklist
As hurricane season continues producing named storm events, residents are encouraged to stay prepared by following the Disaster Supply Kit Checklist included in the link below.
Click here to learn more
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Community Partners Progress and Partnership Newsletter
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our quarterly newsletter Progress & Partnership, a window into the impact and story of Community Partners of South Florida! Our issues will be focused on bringing you updates from our organization and the community at large, a first look at upcoming events, inspiring stories and a spotlight on our diverse body of programs so you can get to know us even better.
Click here to learn more
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Health Screenings, Faith-based Health Educators
Faith-based Health Educators will be hosting health screenings for Diabetes risk assessment, brain health assessments, blood pressure, and more.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Ave D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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PBSO National Night Out at Pahokee Marina
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office will be hosting its National Night Out event at the Pahokee Marina on Oct. 24. In an effort to make this event a great success, we are asking dedicated organizations that provide services to the Glades residents to host a community resource table. This will be a great opportunity for families to learn about the valuable services available in the Glades as we are hoping to draw individuals of all ages.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 | 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Marina, 190 N Lake Avenue, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: Please RSVP to Marcia Bahia at bahiam@pbso.org with your name (s) and email (s) of the person (s) attending as well as the agency’s name, and a contact number no later than October 10th, 2024 as we cannot promise a table and two chairs after this date.
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2024 Glades Society Soiree
Attend an exclusive and intimate evening in support of the Boys and Girls Club of the Glades at Drawbridge Cafe.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 24, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Drawbridge Cafe at Torry island, 3300 W Canal St N, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: Impact the Palm Beaches
Impact the Palm Beaches is now accepting applications from local nonprofits for a $100,000 grant to create effective change in Palm Beach County.
Deadline
WHEN: Friday, Oct 25, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Drop in Plant Swap at Belle Glade Library
Calling all plant lovers! Bring labeled plants or cuttings to share and find some new plants of your own. Don't have a plant to share? Come in anyway - there will be extras!
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade 33430
Click here to learn more
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Youth and Family Counseling West Office Grand Opening
The public is invited to the Grand Opening celebration of our newly renovated Youth and Family Counseling office, serving the Belle Glade, Pahokee, Canal Point, and South Bay areas! The celebration will occur on Monday, October 28, at 12:30 p.m. at the Youth & Family Counseling Office in the C.L. Brumback Health Center, 38754 State Road 80, Belle Glade, FL 33430.
WHEN: Monday, Oct 28, 2024 | 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: C.L. Brumback Health Center, 38754 State Road 80, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Please RSVP by October 3rd to Administrative Assistant Davia Graham at dgraham@pbc.gov
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Community ID of The Palm Beaches
The Community ID of the Palm Beaches is for ANY resident who may have limited access to government-issued forms of identification, and for those who support a diverse and inclusive community.
It is not a government-issued form of ID or a driver’s license, but it is a verifiable form of identification that says you are a part of our community. It can be used within your community to gain access to essential services and as a tool to better identify, serve, and protect you.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more (English, Haitian Creole, Spanish)
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City of Belle Glade Parks and Rec Men's Softball
Teams are needed for the city of Belle Glade's Men's Softball. Ages 18 and up, limited space.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 | 6:15 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Click here to learn more
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Pahokee Fall Festival
Free – Trunk or treat, bounce houses, petting zoo, photo ops, pumpkin patch, food, raffle prizes, games, exhibitors and so much more.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: City of Pahokee Parks & Recreation Sports Complex, 360 E Main Street, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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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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