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From our Team - We Wish You All Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!
The Glades Initiative office and all food distributions will be closed next week, from 12/23/23 – 1/1/24. We will re-open 1/2/2024 at 8 a.m. and resume our regular services. There will also be no eblast next week.
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~~~ This Week ~~~
Mon, Dec 18, 2:00 pm - Dungeons and Dragons at BG Library
Tue, Dec 19, 9:00 am - PATCH Monthly Meeting, Hybrid, The Glades Initiative, Belle Glade
Tue, Dec 19, 10:00 am - Free Food Distribution Event in Pahokee
Tue, Dec 19, 11:30 am - Walk With Ease Exercise Fitness at Glades Pioneer Park, BG
Tue, Dec 19, 2 - 6 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Tue, Dec 19, 6:00 pm - Guardians of the Glades Legends Holiday Party, South Bay
Wed, Dec 20, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Dec 20, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Wed, Dec 20, 5:30 pm - Glades Fitness at Glades Pioneer Park, BG
Wed, Dec 20 - Dress for Success Christmas Toy Giveaway
Fri, Dec 22, 9:00 am - Join PBC Parks Staff for Power Hour at Glades Pioneer Park, BG
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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
- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Tuesday winter food hours)
- 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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Dungeons and Dragons at the Belle Glade Library
Enter an adventurous world filled with dungeon delving and monster slaying with warriors and wizards! Snacks provided.
WHEN: Monday, Dec 18, 2023 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade 33430
Click here to learn more
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PATCH Monthly Meeting: Hybrid (Zoom & In-Person)
The next PATCH meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec 19, 2023. Glades Initiative is hosting the in-person meeting. You can also attend via Zoom, please see the link below.
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 19, 2023 | 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)
Click here to learn more
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Free Food Distribution Event in Pahokee
You are invited to a free food distribution event at Martin Luther King Jr Park in Pahokee.
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 19, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Martin Luther King Jr Park, 100 E 5th St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Walk With Ease Exercise Fitness Program at Glades Pioneer Park
Walk With Ease is a free fitness program shown to reduce pain and improve your health. Brought to you by experts you trust at the Arthritis Foundation, Walk With Ease provides techniques to build and maintain a successful walking program into your daily lifestyle.
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays until Jan 9, 2024 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Glades Pioneer Park, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (additional info)
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Guardians of the Glades Legends Holiday Party
Are you a senior citizen residing in Belle Glade, Pahokee, South Bay, Canal Point, or Lake Harbor. Put on your holiday attire and come to your holiday party.
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 19, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: 105 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, South Bay, FL
Click here to learn more
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Glades Fitness at Glades Pioneer Park
This community-based physical activity is a fun, energetic class, with a combination of short resistance and endurance training bursts, followed by recovery periods to give you the ultimate total body workout. It includes a large variety of upper body, leg strength, and cardio exercises. This class is for all fitness levels.
WHEN: Wednesdays | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Glades Pioneer Park, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Dress for Success Christmas Toy Giveaway
Be a part of the holiday cheer through Dec 20 we will be giving each client a gift for their child(ren) after a suiting.
WHEN: Wednesday, Dec 20, 2023
WHERE: Belle Glade Boutique, 1089 S Main St, Belle Glade 33430
Click here to learn more
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Join PBC Parks Staff for Power Hour, Weekly Walks
Join the Palm Beach County Parks staff for power hour, their weekly walks to get fresh air, and enjoy a nice chat. Every Friday from now until January 12, 2024.
WHEN: Every Friday through Jan 12, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Glades Pioneer Park, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Glades Communities' Estimated Unemployment Rates Drop
Here’s a bit of good cheer for the holiday season -- estimated unemployment rates in the western Palm Beach County communities of Belle Glade, Pahokee, and South Bay have all dropped lower than previous estimates by the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS), according to newly released five-year estimates.
Click here to learn more
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211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Wants to Hear From You
Last year, 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast responded to nearly 127,000 requests for help from people of all ages throughout our five-county service area, including Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie counties.
Click here to learn more
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14th Annual School Bus Drug Prevention Media Contest Fights Youth Vaping and Underage Drinking
The Palm Beach County Behavioral Health Coalition is thrilled to announce the launch of the 14th Annual School Bus Drug Prevention Media Contest. Students have a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship and other prizes valued over $4000.
Click here to learn more
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Submit Your Nominations for Advocacy Awards
We have exciting news! The deadline to submit your nomination for the 2024 Chiles Advocate Award, Rising Star Advocate Award, Youth Advocate Award has been extended to January 8th, 2024.
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
- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Tuesday winter food hours)
- 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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League of Women Voters - Dec 2023 Newsletter
Read the December 2023 newsletter from the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Dec 14, 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, Dec 18, 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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Homeless Persons' Remembrance Day Ceremony
On this day, December 22nd, 2023, we are mindful of the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. We gather together to honor the homeless lives lost in Palm Beach County. Please join us in reflecting on the memories and shared experiences of our fellow community members who lost their lives while experiencing homelessness.
WHEN: Friday, Dec 22, 2023 | 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: St Matthew's Church, 404 SW 3rd St. Delray Beach, FL 33444
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Present: The Crisis in Local Journalism
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) is inviting friends and supporters to another fascinating Hot Topic Luncheon next January at Mounts Botanical Garden, where the three co-founders of Stet Media Group will discuss the crisis in local journalism and the ongoing erosion of fact-based civic engagement.
WHEN: Wednesday, Jan 17, 2023 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical Garden, 559 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Click here to learn more
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2024 Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program Accepting Applications
The Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension office is currently accepting applications for the 2024 Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program. The program runs from February 21st to May 22nd on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Clayton Hutcheson Agricultural Complex (559 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach).
WHEN: Feb 21 - May 22 (Wednesdays), 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Clayton Hutcheson Agricultural Complex, 559 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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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.
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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Nonprofits First Newsletter - December 2023
Read the latest news and information from Nonprofits First.
Click here to learn more
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PNC Mobile Branch: Financial Wellness at The Glades Initiative
PNC's Mobile Branch will be stopping at The Glades Initiative every other Wednesday to provide a number of services, including one-to-one banking, mobile branch services, and a mobile ATM.
WHEN: Wednesdays | 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Ave D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Grow Our Own Teacher Initiative
The Nova Southeastern University Abraham S. Fischler College of Education & School of Criminal Justice has partnered with the School District of Palm Beach County to offer an incredible opportunity for non-instructional staff with an interest in pursuing a traditional
bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and ultimately a teaching position with
our district.
WHEN: Tuesday, Jan 18, Feb 13, 2023 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Nov 16)
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Youth Services Department Opens 2024 Summer Camp Scholarship Program Provider Applications
The Summer Camp Scholarship Program Provider for summer 2024 is now open for applications until January 5, 2024. The Summer Camp Scholarship Program provides full tuition and fees for summer camp for children residing in families with income at or below 185% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. Fees are paid directly to the camps that enroll the children with scholarships. The scholarship program is funded by the Board of County Commissioners and the Children’s Services Council. Providers can submit an application to the Palm Beach County Youth Services Department to join the approved list of summer camp providers for summer 2024.
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. 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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