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Learn More About Our Work at The Glades Initiative
Here at The Glades Initiative, we believe that no one should suffer from hunger. Our Glades Area Food Bank distributes culturally-specific food to thousands of local families each year through our network of 14 partner agencies throughout Belle Glade, Pahokee, and South Bay.
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Your Health Matters - Health Literacy Workshop Series 
Health Literacy is the ability a person has that helps them find, manage, understand, and use basic health information and services to make appropriate health decisions. Topics include: Your Healthcare, Your Doctor, Your Medicine, Nutrition, and Staying Healthy. Open to all. 18+participants should attend all three sessions. This workshop is in English, contact us to schedule a workshop in Spanish.
WHEN:
Tuesdays, August 6 & 13, 2019
| 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Bridges at Pahokee, 170 S Barfield Hwy, Pahokee, FL 33476
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Bag Of Smiles Back to School Bash
Injury Center of the Glades has partnered with A Bag of Smiles Charity and Findler & Findler, P.A., to give away 100 backpacks with school supplies! Register with the Injury Center - backpack giveaway is scheduled for Aug 8th.
WHEN:
Thursday, August 8, 2019
| 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Injury Center of the Glades, 241 SE 1st St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Call 561-996-9936 to register
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Event to Celebrate Glades Improved School Grades!
Calling all residents of the Glades community, Pahokee, South Bay, Canal Point and Belle Glade! It's "C"Le"B"rate the success of our schools and students! Food, music, bounce houses, face painting, and much more!
WHEN:
Friday, August 9, 2019
| 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Belle Glade Marina, 5000 West Canal St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Movie & Popcorn: The Biggest Little Farm
"The Biggest Little Farm" is a delightful and uplifting documentary film that follows two dreamers and a dog on an odyssey to bring harmony to their lives and the land. Film is rated PG. Event is FREE. Popcorn and light refreshments will be served. Kids are welcome with adult supervision. Doors open at 6:30 pm, film starts at 7:00 pm.
RSVP
is required as seating is limited.
WHEN:
Friday, August 9, 2019
| 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Sierra Club, 136 S Main Street, Unit A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Pahokee Back to School Bash 2019
From the city of Pahokee: Join us as we prepare our kids to return to school for another awesome year of learning and growth. Fun, prizes, give-a-ways, bookbags, school supplies, music, food and so much more!
WHEN:
Saturday, August 10, 2019
| 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Pahokee High School Gymnasium, 900 Larrimore Rd, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: 561-924-5534
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Learn About Trade Professions at PBSC
Build a new career in a high-demand trade profession by attending a free information session at Palm Beach State College. Learn about careers in the beauty industry, and skilled trades.
WHEN:
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
| 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach State College-CRB 126, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-993-1143
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Free Immunizations for Glades Students
Does your child need immunizations? FREE immunizations will be available August 20th at West Tech. The Palm Beach County Health Dept. staff will immunize children 2 months old through 12th grade. Bring your child's immunization record with you.
WHEN:
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
| 11:00 a.m. - 1:05 p.m.
WHERE: West Tech-Building 2, 2625 NW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-434-8197
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Lunch and Learn at Belle Glade Library
The Lake Okeechobee Regional Economic Alliance is hosting a lunch and learn at the Belle Glade Library. The guest speaker will be Ann Marie Sorrell. Ann Marie's family migrated to Pahokee when she was three years old. She started her own company, The Mosaic Group.
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Thursday, August 22, 2019
| 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library and Civic Center, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Enroll Today - Phlebotomy, HHA at West Tech
Enroll in Medical Sciences at West Tech - Phlebotomy, a 12-week program. Cost is $652, inquire about scholarships available. Home Health Aide (HHA) is $752.
WHEN:
Monday, August 26 - December 15, 2019 (12 weeks)
| 9:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
WHERE:
West Tech, 2625 NW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-829-4620
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Grant Opportunity: Allegany Franciscan Ministries
Allegany Franciscan Ministries is excited to share the news of their next Major Grant cycle beginning on August 15, 2019. An informational webinar is scheduled to provide grant applicants with more in-depth information. The deadline to submit an LOI application is September 13, 2019.
Informational Webinar
WHEN:
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
| 11:00 a.m.
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RFP Opportunity: Glades Student Grant-Making Assoc
The Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County (CSC) is increasing their investment in the Glades (Belle Glade and Pahokee) through shared leadership with the Student ACES organization. Through an RFP process, Student ACES youth, known as the Glades Student Grant-Making Association (GSGA), will award grant dollars to support initiatives designed to improve conditions leading to a healthy, youth-centered community.
Deadline to apply
WHEN:
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
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Applications Open: Jim Moran Institute Executive Programs Broward & Palm Beach County
Apply now for the Jim Moran Institute Executive Programs Broward & Palm Beach County, a free training program for business owners, CEOs, and nonprofit leaders.
Deadline to apply
WHEN: Monday, September 30, 2019
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McKinlay Reappointed to National Leadership
Position on Agriculture and Rural Affairs Policy
Press Release: National Association of Counties (NACo) President Mary Ann Borgeson reappointed Palm Beach County, Fla. Commissioner Melissa McKinlay to a second one-year term as chair of NACo's Agriculture and Rural Affairs Steering Committee..
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Hats Off Nonprofit Awards - 10 Days Left to Nominate
Now accepting nominations for the 2019 Hats Off Nonprofit Awards Nonprofit of the Year, Lifetime Achievement, Volunteer of the Year AND MORE. Do not miss your chance to take part in this lively celebration of Palm Beach County's thriving nonprofit sector.
Submission Deadline
WHEN: Thursday, August 15, 2019 | 5:00 p.m.
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CareerSource August 2019 Calendar
CareerSource-Belle Glade, has released its calendar for August 2019.
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News Digest: Food Research & Action Center
The Food Research & Action Center wants you to be aware of a proposed rule to limit SNAP. Read about this and more in this week's FRAC News Digest.
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For the Record: News from the PBC Clerk
Sharon R. Bock shares information about her office, including how to access unclaimed money, if eligible, and information about a new payment plan for court obligations.
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Take Stock in Children: August 2019 Newsletter
Get the latest update on the programs and activities of Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, August 5, 2019
Get the latest information from the Children's Services Council. Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Receives National Well-Being Award, and more!
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
Other Areas
- Spanish-speaking LCSW/Counselor
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How to Win $300k in Federal Contracts
Dispel the myths, take the mystery out of selling to the federal government, and expand sales to the largest customer in the entire world! They do buy what you sell and they must buy from small businesses like yours!
WHEN:
Thursday, August 8, 2019
| 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Keiser University 2085 Vista Parkway Room 105 West Palm Beach, FL 33411
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Register for the Last "Patient's Voice" Webinar
Since Community Health Improvement Week, the AHA has been bringing you webinars highlighting hospitals' work in advancing the best possible patient-centric care, by integrating the patient voice in care design and delivery. Register for the last webinar in the "Patient's Voice" webinar series.
WHEN:
Thursday, August 15, 2019
| 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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PBC Library Presents DeweyCon 2019
The Palm Beach County Library System will host its first fan-based convention, DeweyCon, on Sat, Aug 17, and Sun, Aug 18, at the Main Library. Lovers of pop culture, television, film and animation can attend this free two-day event, which includes cosplay, contests, gaming, giveaways, food trucks and more.
WHEN:
Saturday, August 17 & 18, 2019
WHERE:
Main Library, 3650 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL
33406
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Human Trafficking Symposium & Live Webcast
The symposium is designed to bring awareness and education on what Human Trafficking is all about and how to identify human trafficking. The event will have an impressive subject matter panel of experts who will inform, discuss, educate, and engage!
WHEN:
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
| 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE:
4860 West Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609 (also available via live webcast)
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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Backyard Safari: Birds, Butterflies and Flowers
Dr. Jaeson Clayborn will present a lively talk about South Florida's butterflies and how to create a healthy and colorful garden that's good for people and wildlife.
Light refreshments will be served. Kids are welcomed. At the end of the workshop and while supplies last, free butterfly-friendly plants will be given out to start your own backyard safari! Please RSVP as supplies and seating are limited.
WHEN:
Saturday, August 24, 2019
| 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Sierra Club, 136 S Main Street, Unit A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Lakeside Medical Graduates 7th Class of Family Medicine residents
Press Release: Strength, courage, character, confidence and dignity. Those were the words of encouragement and guidance given to three new physician graduates of Lakeside Medical Center's Family Medicine Residency Program.
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Become a Changemaker - Philanthropy Tank
Philanthropy Tank® is a program that challenges, empowers, and equips the next generation of CHANGEmakers in grades 8-12 to develop and implement a sustainable social service, activism, or impact idea that aims to serve and solve a problem in our community.
Application deadline
WHEN: Friday, October 4, 2019 | 11:59 p.m.
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Glades Area Libraries August 2019 Activities
Read about upcoming Glades Area Library events planned for June 2019.
Click here to see all Glades area library activities for the month
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501c News - Nonprofits First Newsletter
Catch up on the latest news from Nonprofits First: consultant directory, career opportunities, upcoming awards ceremony and more!
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Florida Rural Health Association Newsletter
Read the July 2019 edition of the Florida Rural Health Association Newsletter for information on Project Echo, CPR training sites, and more.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, July 29, 2019
Get the latest information from the Children's Services Council. Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: Choosing an Afterschool Program, Summer Immunization Campaign, and more!
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Previous Postings - Other Areas
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PBSO is Hiring - Job Fair
PBSO will be answerin questions and accepting applications for the following positions at the event: Certified Law Enforcement (full- and part-time), Certified Corrections, Communications Officer (911 Dispatcher), Corrections Support Personnel, and School Crossing Guard.
WHEN: Wednesday, August 14, 2019 | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: James B Callaway U.S. Army Reserve Center, 3193 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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Palm Beach Opportunity Zone Convening
Hosted by the Florida Housing Coalition, this half-day convening brings local stakeholders together to discuss the Opportunity Zones (OZ) incentive and better understand market opportunities in the County's designated Opportunity Zones neighborhoods.
WHEN: Thursday, August 15, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Riviera Beach Marina Event Center, 190 East 13th Street, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
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Fearless Caregiver Conference
The Fearless Caregiver Conference comes to Okeechobee.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Indian River State College, Williamson Conference Center, 2229 NW 9th Avenue, Okeechobee, FL 34972
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