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Medical Interpreter Training - LAST CHANCE! 
This is a 40-hour basic training for bilingual individuals interested in medical or community interpreting. Participants must attend all 5 days to complete the course. Topics covered: Consecutive Interpretation; Specialized Terminology, such as Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology; Common Medical Problems; Code of Ethics; Multicultural Awareness; Interpreter Skill Development.
WHEN: Monday, April 29-May 3, 2019 (Mondays and Fridays); early registration ends Friday, April 12, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Keiser University, 2085 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
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Active Shooter Response Training
This course is designed to train people in civilian active shooter response. This course will cover situational awareness, mental preparedness, history of active shooter events, psychological and physiological effects of a violent encounter, training mistakes, proper training defined, active shooter statistics/history, the origin of traditional lock-down and its intended purpose, U.S. Dept. of Education and Homeland Security federal guidelines, fundamentals of blood control, and a comprehensive breakdown on the current federal guidelines for civilians. The training will also involve interactive demonstrations and scenario based training drills.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 17, 2019 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE:
The Glades Initiative, Inc.,
141 SE Ave C,
Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, contact Shari J. Hanglan,
[email protected], or by calling 561-214-7453
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Take Stock in Children Needs Mentors
TSIC (Take Stock in Children) needs mentors to mentor students at Glades Central High School, Lake Shore Middle and Pahokee High School.
These students were accepted to receive a two-year college scholarship upon high school graduation. Without a mentor the students cannot receive their scholarship.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Boys & Girls Clubs, 350 SW 10th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information or RSVP for the training, please contact Kimberly Briard at [email protected]
or
561-307-5485
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Glades Technical Advisory Committee Meeting
From GTAC:
We are pleased to have as our presenter Mary Blakeney, Senior Manager Palm Beach County Emergency Management. Ms. Blakeney will be discussing the importance of hurricane preparedness and how Glades residents, specifically senior citizens, can find and access County services to ensure their safety and the safety of their family.
WHEN: Thursday, April 25, 2019 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Marina, 190 N Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476
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Y-Prep Summer Camp Registration - FREE
Registration for Community Connections for Life, CMHC, summer camp to start soon.
WHEN: Thursday, April 25, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: CMHC, 555 SW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: Call 561-983-8870 for more information
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West Tech Home Health Aide Graduation
Please join West Technical Education Center as we celebrate the inaugural Home Health Aide (HHA) graduation.
WHEN: Friday, April 26, 2019 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: West Tech-Building 2 Atrium,
2625 NW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, call
Cosha R. Jackson,
Assistant Principa
l,
561-992-2109
x 42109 or
[email protected]
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Super Social Saturdays
Community Connections for Life, CMHC, offers social rehabilitation (social skills enhancement groups). Individual, family and group therapy; breakfast and transportation provided.
WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: 555 SW 16th St. Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, call 561-983-8717
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Dementia Awareness at Greater Union Missionary
An education program to learn more about the differences in normal age-related memory loss and signs/symptoms of dementia.
WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Greater Union Missionary Baptist Church, 249 NW 9th Avenue, South Bay, FL 33493
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International Food Festival at St Philip Benizi
Join for family fun, food, music, games and more.
WHEN: Sunday, April 28, 2019 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: St Philip Benizi Catholic Church, 710 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: Contact 561-996-3870 for more information
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Black Business Expo
Are you a Black business owner? Let the community know you are here. Sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Mu Rho Omega chapter.
WHEN: Sunday, April 28, 2019 | 3:08 p.m. - 6:08 p.m.
WHERE: Lomax Harrelle Pavilion, 5000 W Canal St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Community Health and Wellness Conference
Crossing Bridges of the Palm Beaches is collaborating with Florida-Health-Palm Beach County, Palm Beach State College (Nursing Division), and God's House of Solomon Church to host a Community Health and Wellness Conference; introducing "Sistas Organizing to Survive" Florida Health Department Initiative.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 30, 2019 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, Florida 33430
CONTACT INFO: For More Information Please Contact: Linda Warren at 561-779-6734 or Coretha Moore-Smith at 561-889-4815
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Earn While You Learn with CareerSource's NextStep
NextStep is open to young adults, ages 17-24, who have recently graduated high school and are residents of Palm Beach County. This fast-paced, 4-week paid program requires participants to commit to five days a week and five hours each day.
WHEN: Monday, June 3 - June 28, 2019
WHERE: West Career Center, 1085 South Main Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, April 22, 2019
Get the latest information from the Children's Services Council: CSC CEO honored with leadership award, Register for Second Annual Early Childhood Educators Conference, and much more!
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Win More Business with Social Media
Grow your online store, Learn about Social Media, Improve your SEO.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 24, 2019 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE:
IBMSECU Delray Beach Branch,
1000 NW 17th Ave,
Delray Beach
,
FL
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33445
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2019 Diabetes Coalition Annual Symposium
The Annual Professional Development Symposium 2019 by the Diabetes Coalition of Palm Beach County returns in April.
WHEN: Friday, April 26, 2019 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
WHERE: Scripps Research - Florida Campus Building B, 120 Scripps Way, Jupiter, FL 33458
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Annual Community Health Worker Symposium
This symposium will continue to provide opportunities for Community Health Workers/Promotores (CHW's) and health and human services professionals to receive valuable information as well as network with many representatives from other community organizations, program funders, and health industry professionals.
WHEN: Friday, April 26, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: South University, 9901 Belvedere Road-Building A, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
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PBC Library System Celebrates 50 Years
Join in celebrating the Palm Beach County Library System's 50th anniversary with a day of festivities beginning with a welcome ceremony at the Main Library on Sat, Apr 27, at 10:00 am.
WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Main Library, 3650 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
CONTACT INFO: For more information about the Library System's 50th anniversary celebrations, visit
www.pbclibrary.org
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Thank a Nurse 2019 - Palm Health Foundation
Thank a Nurse is Palm Health Foundation's annual campaign, held in conjunction with National Nurses Week, that honors all Palm Beach County nurses.
Nurses Night Out
WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 2019 | 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Delray Marketplace,
14851 Lyons Rd,
Delray Beach, FL 33446
Heart of Gold Reception
WHEN: Thursday, May 9, 2019 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Quail Ridge Country Club,
3715 Golf Rd,
Boynton Beach, FL 33436
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Workshop: Attract, Develop and Retain Volunteers
Attend a workshop on: "Innovative Ways to Attract, Engage, Develop, and Retain Volunteers."
WHEN: Thursday, May 9, 2019 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Literacy Coalition of PBC,
3651 Quantum Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL 33426
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Summit on Prosperity and Economic Opportunity
Join business and industry leaders as well as elected officials and community voices as we analyze a path to prosperity for each of Florida's zip codes.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 22 & 23, 2019
WHERE: Palm Beach Convention Center,
650 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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ACEs, Trauma, and Toxic Stress Workshop
This 4-hour intensive workshop will provide an overview, hands-on interactive learning, and strategies on becoming trauma-informed.
WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 2019 | 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Community United Methodist Church,
401 SW 1st Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, please contact:
Dominika Nolan,
Center for Child Counseling, Inc.,
561-244-9499,
[email protected]
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Training at The Glades Initiative with Nonprofits First
Nonprofits First, in partnership with The Glades Initiative, presents three exciting workshops starting in March for both professionals and community residents. RSVP required - registration is free.
Understanding & Preventing Compassion Fatigue
WHEN:
Thursday, May 2, 2019 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, contact Shari J. Hanglan at 561-910-5069 or
[email protected]
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Grant Opportunity: Community Policing Development
The purpose of this U.S. Department of Justice program is to advance the practice of community policing in law enforcement agencies that are national in scope. Available amount: $6 million total program funds.
DEADLINE: Tuesday, May 28, 2019
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Community Connections for Life, CMHC, in the Glades
From Community Connections for Life: "We are a non-for-profit 501(c)3 Community Mental Health Center that coordinates and monitors wellness services for children, adults and families."
Click here to learn more about Community Connections for Life's programs
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Read Like a Commissioner for National Library Week
From the Palm Beach County Library System: "This year's theme for the American Library Association's National Library Week is 'Libraries = Strong Communities.' The theme illustrates how today's libraries are at the heart of our cities, towns, schools and community. To demonstrate this the Palm Beach County Library System (PBCLS) launched the 'Read Like a Commissioner' campaign ..."
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, April 15, 2019
Get the latest information from the Children's Services Council: 2019 Birth to 22 Business Champions announced, Nonprofit Executive Program with Jim Moran, and much more!
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Previous Postings - Other Areas
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The XX Factor: Excelling and Expanding Our Impact
One major component of success is understanding the necessity of networking and cultivating relationships. Gain the valuable networking and economic relationships necessary to significantly expand your career or business.
WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 2019 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Hilton West Palm Beach, 600 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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Join us to LISTEN, LEARN and LEAD the Fight against ACEs in Palm Beach County. The much-anticipated Fighting ACEs in Palm Beach County White Paper, sponsored by the Quantum Foundation, will be shared.
WHEN: Thursday, May 23, 2019 | 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Riviera Beach Marina Event Center, 190 E 13th St, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
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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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