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From our Team - We Wish You All Happy Holidays!
The Glades Initiative office and Food Pantry will be CLOSED Wed – Fri, 12/24/25 - 12/26/25 and Wed – Fri, 12/31/25 – 01/02/26.
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~~~ This Week ~~~
Dec 22-31, 9 am - 4:30 pm - Holiday Food Box Giveaway at West County Senior Center, Belle Glade
Wed-Fri, Dec 24-26 - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry and Office CLOSED
Fridays, 9 am - Frosty Friday Craft at Pahokee Library, Pahokee
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The Glades Initiative FOOD Pantry Holiday Hours
Food Pantry hours for 12/22/25 – 12/26/25 and 12/29/25 – 1/02/26:
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WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Holiday Food Box Giveaway at West County Senior Center
This holiday season, Palm Beach County Senior centers will be having food box giveaways filled with non-perishable items for SNAP recipients! Please see flyer for more information and eligibility.
WHEN: Dec 22 - Dec 31, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. OR until supplies last
WHERE: West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road #15, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For more information, please call 561-992-1048
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Frosty Friday Craft at Pahokee Library
Relax and create a winter-themed craft every week! Fridays. All Day!
WHEN: Fridays | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Loula V. York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee, FL 33476
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Latinx Adults Residing in Rural Florida Are Invited to Participate in DORMIR Study - $150 Compensation
The main purpose of the University of Miami's DORMIR study is to assess how insufficient sleep contributes to negative cardiovascular health outcomes, particularly in rural Floridian communities for their recruitment efforts. These findings can lead to actionable clinical, lifestyle, and policy interventions that can improve the health of the Latino and Latina community. Visits are fully remote. If eligible, up to $150 is available for compensation for participation.
CONTACT: For more information, please email DORMIR@miami.edu or call 786-584-8003 to be screened.
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Clarification on License Plate Frame Law from the FLHSMV
License plate frames are allowed in Florida only if they don’t block:1) The plate number, 2) The registration decal (top right), and 3) Any part that makes the plate hard to read. If a frame obscures this information, it can lead to a stop or citation under Florida law.
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Need Help with Navigating Computers? Register for FREE Digital Skills Training
In partnership with Comcast, CareerSource Palm Beach County and TDM Technologies International are offering FREE digital skills training! It's perfect for friends or family who want help with email, resumes, online job applications, or preparing for virtual interviews.
WHEN: Mon-Thu, Jan 5-8, Feb 2-5, & Mar 2-5, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: West Career Center 1085 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: To register, please call 561.829.2040 ext. 2621 or visit the West Career Center.
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Community Seed, Seedling, and Plant Exchange at the Belle Glade Library
Bring cuttings, seeds, seedlings and plants that you would like to trade to this monthly exchange.
WHEN: Saturdays, Jan 10 and Feb 14, 2026 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade FL 33430
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Creative Writing Hour at South Bay Library
Creative Writing Hour is open to everyone of all skill levels. Participants are welcome to collaborate and share their works.
WHEN: Mondays, Jan 12 & 26 and Feb 9 & 23, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Clarence E. Anthony Branch, 375 SW 2nd Avenue, South Bay FL 33493
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A Read a Recipe Program - Tiny Tale Bookmarks at the Belle Glade Library
Create a tiny-sized story perfect enough for any bookworm! Write a story small enough to fit onto your own decorated bookmark and start your own reading adventure.
WHEN: Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade FL 33430
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MITM Presents: 3-Part Breastfeeding Series - Nourishing Mom and Baby
Join for a supportive, hands-on breastfeeding series designed to help moms feel confident, informed and empowered. Participants must attend all 3 sessions to receive a $50 gift card.
WHEN: Wednesdays, Jan 14, Feb 11, and Mar 11, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: BRIDGES at Belle Glade, 141 SE Ave C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Save the Date - The City of Pahokee's MLK Day Extravaganza + Parade
Join for a community celebration rooted in unity, service, and remembrance. Additional details, including event time and activities, will be announced soon. Please save the date and share with the community! Parade applications available at Pahokee City Hall.
WHEN: Saturday, Jan 17, 2026
WHERE: Pick up parade applications at Pahokee City Hall, 207 Begonia Dr, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: For more information, please call 561-924-5534.
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MITM Presents: Vision Boards and Vibes
This FREE event will be a relaxed space for moms to create vision boards, set goals and support one another. Supplies, brunch bites, guided reflection and good vibes are included! RSVP required.
WHEN: Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade FL 33430
CONTACT: For more information, please contact Bree at 561-463-9341.
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Palm Beach County Food Finder Map
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.
Click here to access the United Way of Palm Beach County's Food Finder map
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FREE Family Weekend Meal Kits
Each child is eligible for one free weekend meal kit every Friday while supplies last. Eligible children are ages 18 and younger. Sponsored by Palm Beach County Food Bank and Pan-Florida Challenge, and hosted by Palm Beach County Library System.
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
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Activities and Classes at the Belle Glade, South Bay and Pahokee Libraries - January 2026
Check out the full listing of activities and classes at the Belle Glade, South Bay, and Pahokee Libraries. Unless noted, activities are on a first-come, first-served basis. For events requiring registration, please visit www.pbclibrary.org.
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Dec 18, 2025
Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbc.gov
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Dress for Success Monthly News - December 2025
Learn about Dress for Success by reading its latest monthly newsletter.
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The Merchant Strategy - December 2025 Newsletter
Check out opportunities to become a Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce (CPBC) member and more.
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The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research - Weekly Newsletter, Dec 18, 2025
Read the latest from the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research weekly newsletter below.
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Anne M. Gannon's Tax Talk: January 2026
"Anne keeps you up to date each month in her Tax Talk newsletter."
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Upcoming Events & Programs from the LWVPBC
Check out the upcoming informative events from the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County - in person and virtual options.
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AJFS's Life Planning 2026 Program Calendar
Save the dates for program focused on education, advocacy, consultation, and emotional support to people with disabilities, their parents, adult children, siblings and caregivers.
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Join Town Hall Meeting from the Western Communities of West Palm Beach Democratic Club
Attend to listen to Gubernatorial Candidate David Jolly discuss his platform and ask any questions that you might have. Open to the public. Please RSVP.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Center, 2300 Jog Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
CONTACT: To RSVP, please email westcomdemswpb@gmail.com
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Dress for Success Palm Beaches Presents: Road to Success
Road to Success is a FREE 6-week series of career-focused sessions (valued over $5000) for women to enhance their professional development. Whether you are underemployed or seeking employment, this program is designed to help you create and implement a vision of YOUR Ideal future. In-person only.
WHEN: Wednesdays, Feb 4 - Mar 4, 2026 | 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: 6836 Forest Hill Blvd, Greenacres, FL 33413
CONTACT: For any questions, please contact Elizabeth Inman at 561.249.3898 or njakubowski@dressforsuccesspb.org
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| | Previous Postings - Glades Area Events | | |
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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OEO Announces Requests for Proposals for Legal Services for Housing Discrimination Cases
The Office of Equal Opportunity is seeking proposals from legal firm(s), whose staff attorneys who can provide legal representation for individuals who have filed complaints of housing discrimination.
DEADLINE: Friday, January 9, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
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2026 Election Dates and Deadlines
Mark your calendar and make sure you are prepared to cast your vote in 2026. Review important election dates and deadlines and verify your voter status at VotePalmBeach.gov.
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CPSFL Connect - December Edition
Check out Community Partners of South Florida's plans and spotlights.
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Chamber Chatter - November/December 2025 Edition
In this edition of the Belle Glade Chamber Chatter - Belle Glade City News and much more.
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Summary of Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics Meeting Held on December 4, 2025
Read below to learn about the actions that The Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics (COE) took at its monthly public meeting held on December 4, 2025.
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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