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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, Feb 21, 2:00 - 6 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open
Tue, Feb 21, 6:00 pm - What's Bugging You: Healthy Home Series, Pahokee
Tue, Feb 21, 6:00 pm - Community Action Advisory Board Meeting: Zoom
Wed, Feb 22, 8:30 - 11 am & 2:00 - 4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open
Wed, Feb 22, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Thu, Feb 23, 10:00 am - Community Forum to shape PBC Library System, BG Library
Thu, Feb 23, 12:00 pm - SCORE PBC Presents: One Legal Mistake can Ruin a Business: Virtual
Thu, Feb 23, 12:00 pm - PBC Victim Service: Lunch and Learn Dating Violence Awareness: Virtual
Thu, Feb 23, 6:00 pm - Meet and Greet Ryan Homes at CareerSource, West Tech, BG
Thu, Feb 23 - Teen Virtual Visual Arts and Poetry Contest
Fri, Feb 24, 1:00 pm - Free Workshop on RangeMe: Zoom
Fri, Feb 24, 3:30 pm - Peppi Head Start Civil Rights March at Peppi, Belle Glade
Fri, Feb 24, 3:30 pm - Dr MLK Jr and Malcolm X Presentation at South Bay Library
Sat, Feb 25, 10:00 am - Empower Healthcare Provides Health Services, Pahokee
Sat, Feb 25, 10:30 am - Black History Month Storytime at Clarence E Anthony Library, SB
Sat, Feb 25, 12:00 pm - Book Discussion: Emmett Till at South Bay Library
Sun, Feb 26, 10:00 am - WWII Boxcar Exhibit at Belle Glade Library
Mon, Feb 27, 5:30 pm - Acting Parenting at Pahokee Library
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LAST CHANCE: Support The Glades Initiative through the Honda Classic - Compete for a Chance to Win a Car!
Your donation will bring a 5% match and you get the chance to win a new car by guessing how many Birdies are made in the Honda Classic this year.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
TO MAKE DONATION: Visit https://hondaclassiccares.org/birdies/donate-charity/?code=TGI
Click here to learn more (Pledge Form and past guesses)
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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)
- 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 (English)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole and Spanish)
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What's Bugging You: Healthy Home Series
Join us for the first of 3 sessions of our healthy home series as we address the importance of keeping our homes healthy and what effect does insects and rodents have on our overall health and wellness. Program also available virtually.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 21, April 18, June 20, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Parks and Recreation, 360 E Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Community Action Advisory Board Meeting In-person and Zoom
Community Action removes barriers and creates opportunities for low-income individuals and families that will enable them to become more self-sufficient. Zoom available in link.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 21, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Center Conference Room, 2300 N Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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Community Forum to Shape PBC Library System Future
You are invited to participate in a community forum to help shape the future of the Palm Beach County Library System. Your insights will have a direct impact on the mission to connect communities, inspire thought, and enrich lives.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 23, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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SCORE PBC Presents: One Legal Mistake can Ruin your Entire Business
Tips to protect your company from liability, loss, contract, and tax issues, whether you are just starting your business or are a seasoned owner.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 23, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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PBC Victim Services Presents: Lunch & Learn, Teen Dating Violence Awareness
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month is a time to raise our voices about TDV and demand safety and justice for victims. Join as we learn the importance of adult awareness of teen dating violence, how to respond, and signs to look for.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 23, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Meet and Greet Ryan Homes at CareerSource
Meet Ryan Homes and the companies building the brand-new housing community of Hillsboro Estates.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 23, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: West Tech, 2625 NW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Teen Virtual Visual Arts and Poetry Contest
Calling students ages 13-21 to create a visual art or written piece depicting self-love.
Due
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 23, 2023
Click here to learn more
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Florida Women's Business Center Hosts Free Zoom Workshop on RangeMe
The Florida Women's Business Center is hosting a free workshop via Zoom on RangeMe, a platform for retailers to discover new products to carry in their retail stores.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 24, 2023 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Peppi Head Start Civil Rights March at Peppi Head Start
Come out and join a march signifying celebrating Black history, educating our children and families, and connecting the community.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 24, 2023 | 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Peppi Head Start, 301 SW 8th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Dr Martin Luther King Jr & Malcolm X, South Bay Library
A conversation about the lives and legacies of the two influential leaders. Receive an optional reading list. Ages 12-18. (45 min.) Preregister.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 24, 2023 | 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Library, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Empower Healthcare in Partnership with Glades Faith-Based Educators Provide Health Services
Empower Healthcare in Partnership with Glades Faith-Based Educators Provide Health Services at Amaryllis Garden in Pahokee.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 25, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Amaryllis Gardens, 381 J Malone Drive, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Black History Month Storytime at Clarence E Anthony Library
Hear stories about influential Black leaders, artists, activists and scientists in American history. (30
min.)
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 25, 2023 | 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Library, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Book Discussion: "In the Name of Emmett Till" at Clarence E Anthony Library
Led by Dr. Esther Berry. Pick up a copy of the book from the Member Services Desk.
Refreshments provided. (2 hr.)
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 25, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Library, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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WWII Boxcar Exhibit at Belle Glade Branch Library
Step into a powerful 360 multi-sensory, intellectual, and emotional exhibit set inside. replica WWII that brings history to life.
WHEN: Sunday, Feb 26, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Active Parenting (The First Five Years)
Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County presents Active Parenting: First Five Years! Active Parenting helps parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5, build a strong foundation! It covers topics such as: 6 ways to Prepare your child for school, What a baby’s cry means, child brain development, and more!
WHEN: Monday, Feb 27, 2023 | 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Loula V York Library, 525 Bacom Point Rd Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: Evelyn Loud evelyn.loud@elcpalmbeach.org
Click here to learn more
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Glades Festival of Afro Arts
The executive board of the Glades Festival of Afro Arts and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority present the 43rd annual Glades Festival of Afro Arts.
WHEN: Saturday, March 4, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Airport Park, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: Q81 Scholarship
Applications are now open for the Q81 Scholarship, which awards a $10,000 scholarship to a qualifying student. The application deadline is April 17, 2023.
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: Franciscan Ministries Tau Grants
Allegany Franciscan Ministries’ FY23 Tau Grants will support unrestricted general operating/capacity building needs for organizations that provide services to the following marginalized groups: BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), LGBTQ+, and/or persons with disabilities. Deadline is this Friday, Feb. 24, 2023.
Click here to learn more
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2023 Glades Ministerial Association Calendar
Click below to see the Glades Ministerial Association's 2023 Calendar!
Click here to learn more
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Taxes Filed Free Program through United Way of PBC
United Way of Palm Beach County has partnered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide free, confidential, and secure preparation and efiling of tax returns to qualified taxpayers. To qualify, taxpayer’s income must have been $70,000 or less in 2022. You may be eligible for up to $6,935 in Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC). Taxes Filed Free service gives you two options to choose from to e-file your tax return. All options are supported by IRS-Certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteers.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (flyer)
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Summer Camp Scholarship Program for PBC Residents
The Summer Camp Scholarship Program provides full-tuition and fees for summer camp for children residing in families with income at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. It allows parents to work with the knowledge that their children are safe. It gives children educational and recreational opportunities for growth. Parents may choose from participating camps in Palm Beach County.
Deadline for application
WHEN: Friday, April 14, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (flyer)
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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)
- 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 (English)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole and Spanish)
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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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Federal and State Partners Celebrate EAA Reservoir Groundbreaking
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Jacksonville District and South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) are hosting a groundbreaking ceremony at the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) Reservoir project in Palm Beach County, to celebrate a project that will set the foundation for restoring the central portion of the Everglades ecosystem and sending water south.
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach Post: 2023 Municipal Elections, Everything You Need to Know
From the Palm Beach Post: This year, more than a dozen municipal races across Palm Beach County have automatically been decided because of lack of challengers.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters February Newsletter
"All Vote-By-Mail (VBM) applications for all voters in Florida have expired. Now is the time to reapply, as municipal elections will be conducted March 14 for 17 municipalities. Vote-By-Mail requests must be received by the Supervisor of Elections (SOE) by March 4, 2023, if a ballot is to be mailed."
Click here to learn more
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EveryParent - Summer Camp Scholarships now Available for PBC Children
Did you know that every summer more than 3,000 Palm Beach County children receive scholarships to attend camp? Do you have a child or do you know a child who would benefit from summer camp? Now is the time to apply for the scholarships that are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to families who might be eligible. The scholarships are funded by Palm Beach County Youth Services and Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County. The scholarships cover ALL fees at dozens of summer camps throughout Palm Beach County.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Feb 16, 2023
Inside PBC News: February is Black History Month. Take a look at the Icons of the Civil Rights Movement mural in downtown West Palm Beach. And... The PBC Library System's Jupiter Branch is launching the county’s first seed library on Feb. 19.
Click here to learn more
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Feb 21, 2022
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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Community Action Advisory Board Meeting In-person and Zoom
Community Action removes barriers and creates opportunities for low-income individuals and families that will enable them to become more self-sufficient. Zoom available in link.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 21, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Center Conference Room, 2300 N Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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Let's Talk: A Series of Community Conversations
Developmental Disabilities
This program will provide a brief description of disabilities and their characteristics.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 22, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Community and Recreation Services Dept, 501 Swain Blvd, Greenacres, FL 33463
Substance Abuse
Substance use and misuse is a significant public health problem, claiming more than 500,000 American lives to drug overdose deaths since 1999.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Community and Recreation Services Dept, 501 Swain Blvd, Greenacres, FL 33463
Click here to learn more (Developmental Disabilities)
Click here to learn more (Substance Abuse)
Click here to learn more (more events)
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A Day for Autism: Building Bridges with Law Enforcement Picnic
A chance for the Autism community to join Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, the Village of Wellington, FAU CARD, and friends to have a day of fun.
WHEN: Sunday, Feb 26, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road, Wellington, FL 33414
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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Women Rise Up Celebration in Riviera Beach
The Women Rise Up Celebration event in Riviera Beach promotes women and girls HIV Awareness Day - click below to learn more.
WHEN: Thursday, March 16, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: 200 E 13th St, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Click here to learn more
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A Conversation with Palm Beach County Women in Industry
The Palm Beach County Office of Equal Business Opportunity presents: A Conversation with Palm Beach County Women in the Industry.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 22, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Tourist Development Council, 2195 Southern Blvd, Burke Board Room, Floor One, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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501c News - News from Nonprofits First
Nonprofits First presents 501c News - February 2023.
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Virtual Internship Expo
CareerSource of Palm Beach County presents: the Palm Beach County Virtual Internship Expo. Register online.
WHEN: Friday, March 3, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Glades 2023 Outreach Event
Join to preview upcoming capital improvement projects, connect with prime contractors and agency contacts, and much more.
WHEN: Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Lomax Harrelle Pavilion, Torry Island, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Youth Summit: The Best of Me & We
The Youth Summit of Palm Beach County will be held at Palm Beach Central High School and is free to middle and high school students. Community service hours available. The Youth Summit is also looking for presenters!
WHEN: Saturday, April 29, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach Central High School, 8499 W Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (presenter form)
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RFP Multifamily Rental Housing Development
February 10, 2023, the Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) issued a
Request for Proposal (RFP HED.2023.2) offering $4,633,305 of loan funding to developers
for new construction of Multifamily Rental Housing that will serve households with
income up to 120% of Area Median Income.
Click here to learn more
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Take Stock in Children Tribune
Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County provides an update in its Take Stock Tribune newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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KIN Support Project
Raising A Loved One’s Children? Know Someone Who Is? Don’t Know Where To Turn? The KIN Support Project is available to assist.
WHEN: Participants can register for classes/groups on the HMHB website www.hmhbpbc.org Check out our Calendar to view upcoming classes or groups.
WHERE: 1500 NW Avenue L Suite B, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Kimberly Richardson - 561-324-1114, https://familiesfirstpbc.org/kin-support/
or Intake@familiesfirstpbc.org
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: William A. Cruickshank Scholarship
The Palm Beach County League of Cities is currently accepting applications for the 2023 William A. Cruickshank Scholarship. Applicants must be PBC High School seniors and PBC municipal employees.
Click here to learn more
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Clerk Report - When Life Gets in the Way of Jury Duty
The mail arrives, and your eyes are immediately drawn to two words emblazoned in yellow: Juror Summons. Apart from fulfilling a civic duty, you now get to be involved in one of the most important parts of the American legal system.
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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