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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, Aug 22, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Tue, Aug 22, 9:30 am - Divas in the Trucking Industry Online Workshop
Wed, Aug 23, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Aug 23, 10:00 am - School District Job Fair, Belle Glade Library
Wed, Aug 23, 12:00 pm - SCORE PBC Presents: Increase Your Website Traffic: Zoom
Wed, Aug 23, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Wed, Aug 23, 6:00 pm - Securing Our Future: Smart Ways to Save: Zoom
Thu, Aug 24, 9:00 am - Safe Kids PBC Car Seat Check Up and Giveaway, PBC Fire Rescue Pahokee
Thu, Aug 24, 11:30 am - Glades Technical Advisory Committee Meeting, City of South Bay
Thu, Aug 24, 11:30 am - Comerica Business Sense: Business Readiness Training for Women: Zoom
Thu, Aug 24, 2:00 pm - Job Fair of the Glades, Eddie L. Rhodes Gymnasium, Pahokee
Thu, Aug 24, 6:30 pm - Glades Area 2023 Legislative Wrap-Up, BG Civic Center
Tue, Aug 29, 10:00 am - Extreme Heat Training by CILO: Online
Tue, Aug 29, 2:00 pm - Intimate Partner Violence: Understanding Abuse: Online
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NEW Job Opportunities - Come Join our Team!
Looking for meaningful work making a difference? Come see the career opportunities at The Glades Initiative, Inc.! We are accepting applicants for the following position(s):
Operations Director (click the title for more information on the position)
TO APPLY: Send an email resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the word OPERATIONS DIRECTOR in the title of the email.
Community Resource Educator (fluent in Haitian Creole) (click the title for more information on the position)
TO APPLY: Send an email resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the word COMMUNITY RESOURCE EDUCATOR in the title of the email.
Program Assistant - Front Desk (click the title for more information on the position)
TO APPLY: Send an email resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the word PROGRAM ASSISTANT in the title of the email.
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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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Divas in the Trucking Industry Online Workshop
Attend an online workshop of Divas in the Trucking Industry.
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 22, 29, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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School District of PBC Job Fair
Are you looking for a fulfilling career in education without being in the classroom? Attend a non-instructional hiring event and explore a wide range of positions.
WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 23, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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SCORE PBC Presents: Sales Training for Small Business Owners
Learn to grow your revenue, increase the average amount of each sale, "close the sale" and resolve customer service problems.
WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 23, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Securing Our Future: Smart Ways to Save Webinar
The Palm Beach County Community Services Department's Securing Our Future Initiative is hosting three sessions in August on budgeting, ways to save, and credit. Participants will be provided with the knowledge to improve their financial management abilities.
WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 23, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom, click here
Click here to learn more
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Safe Kids PBC Free Car Seat Check Up & Free Car Seats While Supplies Last
Safe Kids Palm Beach County will be doing a free car seat check-up event, as well as giving out free car seats while supplies last, at the PBC Fire Rescue in Pahokee.
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 24, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: PBC Fire Rescue Pahokee Station 72, 615 S Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Glades Technical Advisory Committee Meeting
The Glades Technical Advisory Committee is pleased to announce featured speakers Tonya D. Johnson Division Director, Office of Equal Business Opportunity. Ms. Johnson will discuss the services and programs offered and administered by the OEBO and opportunities to engage with established and newly established Glades area businesses.
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 24, 2023 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: City of South Bay, 335 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Comerica Business Sense: Business Readiness Training for Women
Attend a free webinar by Comerica: Business Readiness Training for Women. The Florida Women's Business Center hosts the training.
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 24, 2023 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Job Fair of the Glades
Participate in the Job Fair of the Glades at the Eddie L. Rhodes Gymnasium in Pahokee. Employers hiring include Florida Crystals, MV Transportation, U.S. Sugar, Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative, Tellus Products, Everglades Farm Equipment, and more!
Dress for Success Palm Beaches will also be at the Job Fair of the Glades! The mission of Dress for Success is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tool to help women thrive in work and life.
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 24, 2023 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Eddie L. Rhodes Gymnasium, 360 E Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Dress for Success pamphlet)
Click here to learn more (Dress for Success contact)
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Glades Area 2023 Legislative Wrap-Up
Join community organizations, Glades area leaders, and local lawmakers for a discussion about the new laws passed during the 2023 Legislative Session.
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 24, 2023 | 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Civic Center, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Extreme Heat Training by CILO
The Coalition for Independent Living Options Inc. presents Extreme Heat Training. Topics include heat exhaustion vs heat stroke, who is at risk, car safety tips, and much more.
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 29, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Online
Click here to learn more
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Intimate Partner Violence: Understanding Abuse and Supporting Safety Training
Attend a training opportunity on Intimate Partner Violence: Understanding Abuse and Supporting Safety Training.
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 29, 2023 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online, click here to register
Click here to learn more
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Sweet Pages Bookshop at BG Library
Sweet Pages returns to the Belle Glade Library. We invite you to come and show your support by purchasing a gently loved book or DVD.
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 31, 2023 | 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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PBC Climate Risk Assessment and Action Plan Community Workshop
Palm Beach County is hosting a community meeting on Thursday, Aug 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. to discuss its Climate Risk and Assessment Action Plan.
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 31, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Marina Conference Room, 190 N Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL
Click here to learn more
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Center for Experiential Learning College Fair
GBDCEI Experiential Learn Center is an Interactive Edu-play Center focused on developing, mentoring, empowering, and creating social mobility for tomorrow’s leaders, professionals & business owners aged 10-24.
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 30, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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City of Pahokee Afterschool Program
If you have children ages 5-15 in the Pahokee area and are looking for After School Program call the Bridges at Pahokee office at 561-924-9224.
Click here to learn more
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Healthier Glades Mini Grants
Healthier Glades will be offering mini grants for the 2023-2024 year. Applications will be
available online and at the local libraries starting 8/22/23.
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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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert for Three 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 body locations (click to learn more).
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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August 2023 Hunger Relief Update
Every month 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 August 2, 2023. Check out what's new and learn about ongoing work below.
Click here to learn more
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Alyssa Sangeeta Jacobson 2023 Scholarship Recipients Announced
Friends of Youth Services and Palm Beach County, Inc. has announced the 2023 Alyssa Sangeeta Jacobson Scholarship recipients. This year two recipients were named, including a student from Glades Central. The awarded scholarship provides $2,000 a year, distributed over two semesters to each recipient. The scholarship is renewable for up to four years, depending on the degree or certificate program.
Click here to learn more
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Baher Foundation Provides and Supports Opportunities for Children
The Baher Foundation provides and supports opportunities for children to develop to their fullest potential. What is our goal? We want each child participating in our programs to have a brighter future by developing to their fullest potential.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters - August 2023 News
As the weather continues to heat up, so does the LWVPBC. Our inaugural fund raiser is set for Oct. 18 at Benvenuto in Boynton Beach. We are excited to honor our Supervisor of Elections, Wendy Sartory Link, as the first Mavericks and Heroes honoree. Brian Crowley, political commentator, will be the featured speaker and broadcast journalist Tania Rogers will be honorary chair and emcee.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Aug 17, 2023
Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.
Click here to learn more
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Aug 21, 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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FWBC Workshops on SBA Programs and Services
The Florida Women's Business Center presents "Workshops on Small Business Administration Programs and Services", led by instructor Lonnie Koyama, lead economic development specialist with the SBA.
WHEN: Monday, Aug 21, Sept 11, 2023 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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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 as a tool by law enforcement, city agencies, health centers, schools, and businesses to better identify, serve, and protect you.
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 24, April 25 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Aug 24); 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (April 25)
WHERE: Lantana Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth, FL (Aug 17); Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis St, 3rd Floor, West Palm Beach, FL (Aug 24); Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL (April 25)
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
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The Arts & Tourism Summit on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility
Applications are now open to participate in the vendor spotlight at The Arts & Tourism Summit on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility.
WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 30, 2023 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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The State of Black Business: Presented by PBC Office of Equal Business Opportunity
Palm Beach County Office of Equal Business Opportunity presents: The State of Black Business, at John Prince Park in Lake Worth.
WHEN: Thursday, Aug 31, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: John Prince Park, 4759 S Congress Ave, Lake Worth, FL
Click here to learn more
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Dress for Success Overstock Sale
Shop your heart out at our boutique and help empower women at our Overstock Sale pop-up sale fundraiser.
WHEN: Thursday, Sept 7, 8, 9, 2023
WHERE: Dress for Success Palm Beaches, 2459 S Congress Ave, Suite 204, Palm Springs, FL
Click here to learn more
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Community Resource Fair
Connect with Palm Beach County’s top resources for returning citizens and others. Receive practical assistance to support your unique needs.
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 9, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vita Nova Inc, 2724 N Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
CONTACT: Contact Gyna Ward at events@mypalmbeachclerk.com | 561-355-4049
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Hot Topic: Education in PBC
Join as PBC School Superintendent Michael Burke focuses on the current status and future
challenges of the local public education system.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 20, 2023 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical, Garden Exhibit Hall, 559 N. Military Trail, WPB, FL 33415
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Excellent Ultimate Medical Center Now Open
Excellent Ultimate Medical Center in Belle Glade is now open and seeing patients. Click below for a list of services it provides residents.
Click here to learn more
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Call for Content for Sept 2023 Birth to 22 Newsletter
This email is the final call for content for the September 2023 Edition of the Birth to 22 Newsletter. Final content is due to me by this Friday, August 18. Each edition of the newsletter contains articles, which fall under the following categories: News & Announcements and Upcoming Events.
Click here to learn more
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MorseLife Counseling Program and Caregiver Support
The program offers FREE in-home counseling resources for caregivers who meet either of the following: For residents 55+ who are the primary caregiver for a child under 18 or children of any age with a disability; For any individual who is the primary unpaid caregiver for a loved one over 60.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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ROAR Mentoring Support Group
FREE 8-week ongoing support group that helps you learn life skills to gain self-empowerment. We’ll explore the impact of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in our lives and learn to become more proactive (and less reactive) by applying the Five Components of EQ. Through greater self-awareness, you will learn to self-regulate and redirect your actions toward what would benefit you and others.
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept 5, 2023 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: Dr. Sandra Anderson Email: Sandra.anderson@flhealth.gov 561-946-8189/561-840-7945 and Ms. Ashley Vickers Email: Ashley.Vickers@flhealth.gov 561-516-2378
Click here to learn more
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Glades Area Breastfeeding Education and Resource Fair
This is an event for the entire family! Moms, dads, siblings, aunts, uncles, and all support people! There will be raffles, food, and music.
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 9, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Marina, 5000 W Canal St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Brianca Spence, CLC, CCHW, 561-463-9341
Click here to learn more
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Diabetes Coalition of Palm Beach County
Read the Summer 2023 Diabetes Coalition of Palm Beach County's newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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Senior Friendly Fitness at West County Senior Center
Looking to get your heart pumping? Then join the West County Senior Center for senior-friendly fitness! Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.–10:45 a.m. at our West County Senior Center located at 2916 State Road #15, Belle Glade, FL 33480.
WHEN: Monday through Fridays | 9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
WHERE: West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road 15, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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501c News from Nonprofits First
See what Nonprofits First has been up to by reading their August 2023 newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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SHINE, Your Trusted Source for Information about Medicare
Call Shine for information about Medicare that you can trust. Call if you're looking for help with Medicare, supplement plans, prescription drug costs, and more.
Click here to learn more
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UF/IFAS Vegetable Gardening Short Course - Tri-City Community Garden Project
Join UF/IFAS for a Vegetable Gardening Short Course and learn how to grow your own fresh produce. This in-person event is perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners looking to enhance their skills. Whether you have a backyard garden, contribute to a community garden, or just have a few pots on your balcony, this course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to grow your own delicious and nutritious vegetables. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts and cultivate your green thumb! Those who attend all four classes will be recognized with a UF/IFAS Home Vegetable Gardening Short Course Certificate!
WHEN: Monday, Sept 18, 19, 25, 26, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library 725 Northwest 4th Street Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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PBC Encourages Residents and Visitors to be Safe from the Heat and Take Advantage of Cool Spaces
Palm Beach County encourages all residents and visitors to practice heat safety during these hot and humid days. The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning in effect Until 7 P.M. Tuesday; heat index values could be as high as 115° during the afternoon hours.
Click here to learn more
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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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