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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, Feb 6, 9:00 am - Inter-Agency Network Meeting of Palm Beach County: Hybrid
Tue, Feb 6, 2 - 6 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Tue, Feb 6, 5:30 pm - Community Conversation at South Bay City Hall
Tue, Feb 6, 6:00 pm - Fearless Healing: Virtual Safe Space for Women
Tue, Feb 6, 7:00 pm - Rhinestone Cowgirls at Dolly Hand, BG
Wed, Feb 7, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Feb 7, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Wed, Feb 7, 11:00 am - Scholarship Deadline: Palm Beach Newspapers Scholarship
Wed, Feb 7, 12:00 pm - SCORE Presents: Avoiding Pitfalls in the Business: Virtual
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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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Inter-Agency Network of Palm Beach County
The next meeting of the Inter-Agency Network of Palm Beach County will be held virtually and in-person.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 6, 2024 | 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual and in-person
Click here to learn more
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Community Conversation at South Bay City Hall
Join for a community conversation at the City of South Bay and the state of the city report.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 6, 2024 | 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: South Bay City Hall, 335 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Fearless Healing: Virtual Safe Place for Women
Her Movement invites you to Fearless Healing, a virtual safe place for women to heal, cope, express, vent or cry.
WHEN: Every first Tuesday of the month, Feb 6, 2024 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Rhinestone Cowgirls: Legendary Ladies of Country Music
Attend the Rhinestone Cowgirls performance at Dolly Hand.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 6, 2024 | 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Play and Learn Groups at Glades Pioneer Park
Have your child attend play and learn groups at Glades Pioneer Park.
DEADLINE: Apply by Feb 7, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: Palm Beach Newspapers Scholarship
Applications are now open for the Palm Beach Newspapers Scholarship, presented by The Palm Beach Post and Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties.
WHERE: Wednesday, Feb 7, 2024 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Glades Pioneer Park, 866 SW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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SCORE Presents: Avoiding Pitfalls in the Conduct of Your Business
The operation of any business necessarily involves “pitfalls” (defined as “hidden or not easily recognized dangers or difficulties”). Pitfalls can be expensive for business owners to remedy, yet in many instances, they can be avoided. This seminar will focus on identifying several common business pitfalls and will offer strategies on how business owners can avoid them.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 7, 2024 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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2nd Annual City of South Bay Bicycle Ride and Breakfast with the Mayor
The City of South Bay presents the 2nd Annual City of South Bay Bicycle Ride and Breakfast with the mayor.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 17, 2024 | 7:15 a.m.
WHERE: 105 Palm Beach Road, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Vocational Training Opportunity: Virtual
Take advantage of a virtual vocational training opportunity covering several topics.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 20, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Homeless and Housing Alliance of Palm Beach County
There is an upcoming workshop opportunity available to you and your community through HUD Regional Teams.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 20, 2024 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Moms in the Muck: Maternal Health Support Group, Hybrid Meetings
These groups aim to educate, empower, and support women in rural areas to reduce maternal and infant mortality, improve birthing outcomes, and foster community. Our first session, which focuses on Mental Health and Perinatal Mood Disorders, will be held on February 21st at BRIDGES at Belle Glade. We welcome your support and ask you to share and post this flyer, register for the group via Zoom, or attend in person! Those who attend in person will receive special gifts along with refreshments.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Bridges at Belle Glade
Click here to learn more
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Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies February 2024 Education and Support Calendar
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies offers free educational classes for expectant parents and new families. The classes are led by certified staff or community partners and provide hands-on training for parents and their support partners.
WHEN: Participants can register for classes/groups on the HMHB website www.hmhbpbc.org\calendar to view upcoming classes or groups.
WHERE: Virtual and In-person
CONTACT: Gaelle Kenol at gkenol@hmhbpbc.org
Click here to learn more
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Dress for Success Women's Valentine Raffle
Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat this February. Dress for Success is thrilled to announce the Women's Valentine Raffle.
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: American Heart Association
The American Heart Association’s Social Impact Fund | American Heart Association is looking to support innovative, community- and evidence-based solutions that will shift the inequitable health paradigm in Florida, specifically within these counties: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pinellas, Sarasota, Orange, Osceola, Miami-Dade, Broward and/or Palm Beach.
DEADLINE: Apply by Feb 29, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Celebrate Black History Month at PBC Libraries
Click below to find a full listing of Black History Month events at Palm Beach County libraries near you.
Click here to learn more
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Do Your Taxes at the Library
Bring current tax documents and 2022's completed tax returns. If you earned $75,000 or less, filing your tax returns, VITA can file your taxes for you.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Activities and Classes - Feb 2024 Belle Glade Branch
Click below to see all of the activities and classes at the Belle Glade Branch Library for the month of Feb 2024.
Click here to learn more
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Free Tree Planting by Community Greening
Community Greening is an urban forestry nonprofit based in Boca – meaning our mission is to plant trees throughout South Florida, and we’ve recently launched a new program (Pick Up & Grow) in partnership with the Florida Forest Service. Pick Up & Grow aims to provide community organizations, such as nonprofits and places of worship, with the free trees, tools, and guidance to host their own tree planting on their property
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: PBC Property Appraiser
The office of Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Dorothy Jacks, CFA, AAS, is now accepting applications for the 31st Annual Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Scholarships. Six college scholarships of $1,500 each will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend a higher education institution full-time, regardless of
interest or major.
Click here to learn more
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United Way Taxes Filed Free Campaign
If your staff or client’s household income was $75,000 or less in 2024, they can get their taxes filed for free! United Way of Palm Beach County’s Taxes Filed Free Campaign gives taxpayers with low-to-moderate incomes several in-person and online options to prepare
and file their return for free. The campaign which will enter its twenty-first year on
January 18, 2024 is an invaluable service to the community.
Click here to learn more
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NextEra Energy Scholarship for Students in SECME
As part of our commitment to STEM education, we will award 10 graduating high school seniors who have at least one year of experience in SECME (Science, Engineering, Communication, Mathematics, and Enrichment) with a scholarship up to $20,000.
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: FY-2025 Neighborhood Engagement and Transformation Grants Program
Palm Beach County’s Office of Community Revitalization (OCR) is accepting applications for its Neighborhood Engagement and Transformation (NEAT) grants program. NEAT provides grants of up to $10,000 to neighborhood-based groups and/or organizations for resident-driven neighborhood improvement projects proposed within designated Countywide Community Revitalization Team (CCRT) areas and the Glades region,
including the municipalities of Belle Glade, South Bay, and Pahokee.
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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Hunger Relief Update - Jan 2024
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 January 24, 2024. Check out what's new and learn about ongoing work below.
Click here to learn more
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Palm Health Foundation Newsletter
Read Palm Health Foundation's newsletter by clicking below.
Click here to learn more
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AACY Caregiving Youth Project
Catch up on the latest news from AACY Caregiving Youth Project by reading their Jan 2024 newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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EveryParent: What You Need to Know About VPK
Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is a free educational program open to all 4-year-olds in Florida. It's not only a great opportunity to prepare your child for elementary school, it's also free! Offered at almost 400 locations throughout Palm Beach County, VPK gives children the tools to walk into the first day of kindergarten ready to learn and ready to succeed.
Click here to learn more
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State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Developer Rental Assistance Program
Through this NOFA, the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners (BCC), through the Department of Housing & Economic Development (HED), is offering State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funding under the Developer Rental Assistance Program to not-for-profit organizations for the acquisition of existing multifamily rental housing, with or without rehabilitation.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Feb 1, 2024
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, Feb 5, 2024
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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PBC Office of Equal Business Opportunity
Palm Beach County Office of Equal Business Opportunity new certified vendor mandatory orientation will be held Feb 8.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 8, 2024 | 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: 50 S Military Trail, Suite 2-N123, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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Everglades Days at Arthur R Marshall National Wildlife Refuge
Take part in Everglades Days at Arthurt R Marshall National Wildlife Refuge in Loxahatchee. Events happen all week.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 10-17, 2024
WHERE: Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee, National Wildlife Refuge, 10216 Lee Rd Boynton Beach, FL 33473
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Pocket Refuge)
Click here to learn more (Urban & Community Engagement Program)
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Arc of Palm Beach County Saturday Respite Care
All Respite Program professionals are required to pass rigorous pre-employment federal
background screenings. Center-based respite care is offered each Saturday from 9:00 AM
to 3:00 PM at The Arc of Palm Beach County's North Campus located at 3879 Byron Drive,
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 10, 17, 24, March 2, 9, 16, 30, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Arc of Palm Beach County's North Campus, 3879 Byron Drive, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters: Celebrate the Lunar New Year with PBC League of Women Voters
Members and others interested in the League are invited to learn about work in areas such as voter services, gun safety, national popular vote, voting rights, health care, and more.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 10, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: South County Civic Center, 16700 Jog Road, Delray Beach, FL 33446
Click here to learn more
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YES! Palm Beaches Hosts Galentine's Event
Please join us for a special Galentine's Event! Grab your favorite women and join us to mingle, enjoy lite bites and champagne, and learn about the work YES! and Dress for Success Palm Beaches does for the community. This event aims to unite as a group, network with other young women, and celebrate women's empowerment before Valentine's Day. This event is important because it helps us kick off our year together and promote the initiatives and events for Dress for Success.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 13, 2024 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Isles at Wellington, 4325 Isles Vista Blvd, Wellington, FL 33449
Click here to learn more
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Bridge the Gap 5K, Presented by Florida Crystals
Florida Crystals presents Bridge the Gap 5k, with proceeds benefitting Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 17, 2024
WHERE: Ocean Walk, Singer Island, FL
Click here to learn more
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T.A.G. Leadership Program
An engaging course that provides community leaders an overview of our WYSM training system for both peace officers and for the community. This program provides real-life tools & and communication techniques that enhance safety & and help both community members and law enforcement professionals to recognize the value of seeking to better understand one another while embracing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 17, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: 4215 Cherry Road, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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PBC Natural Areas Festival
Palm Beach County hosts the Natural Areas Festival on Saturday, Feb 17 at Winding Waters Natural Area.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 17, 2024 | 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Winding Waters Natural Area, 6161 Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Hot Topic: Election Issues Roundtable on Healthcare, Immigration & Voter Rights
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) is inviting friends and supporters to another fascinating Hot Topic Luncheon next month at the Hilton Palm Beach
Airport, located in West Palm Beach. With another heated election year underway, the League will host informative presentations by leading experts on three critical issues.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Hilton Palm Beach Airport, 150 Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Click here to learn more
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22nd Annual Black Heritage Day Celebration
The Urban League of Palm Beach County presents the 22nd Annual Black Heritage Day Celebration in West Palm Beach.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 22, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Urban League of Palm Beach County, 1700 N Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Click here to learn more
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2024 Job Fair: Let's Talk Trades
Discover all of the career opportunities and benefits available working for Palm Beach County government.
WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Center, 2300 North Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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Youth Summit of Palm Beach County: Making Waves for Change
The Youth Summit of Palm Beach County returns - participation is free to middle and high school students.
WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2024
WHERE: Palm Beach Lakes High School, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Youth Services 2024 Summer Camp Scholarship Program Parent Applications Now Open
The Summer Camp Scholarship Program offers eligible children, ages 5-17, a full
scholarship to day camp for the entire summer. It allows parents to work with the knowledge
that their children are safe and gives them educational and recreational growth opportunities. The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners and Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County fund the scholarships.
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: Allegany Franciscan Tau Grants
Allegany Franciscan Ministries’ FY24 (Cycle 2) Tau Grants will support unrestricted general operating and organizational capacity-building needs for organizations that provide services to the following marginalized groups: BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), LGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities.
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: West Tech, Private Security Officer Class D Training
West Tech has 9 additional scholarships for Private Security Officer Class D Training. Clink on the link for more information.
Click here to learn more
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Tricity Easter Egg Hunt
Marketing Missions presents the Tricity Easter Egg Hunt at MLK Park in Pahokee.
WHEN: Sunday, March 31, 2024
WHERE: MLK Park, Pahokee, FL
Click here to learn more
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Apply to Leadership Engage Class of 2025
Each year Leadership Palm Beach County (LPBC) identifies a select group of exceptional community leaders to participate in the Leadership Engage program and utilize their leadership abilities for the long-term benefit of Palm Beach County. The selection committee strives to balance the industries, geographic location, and other factors to create a class that is truly representative of the diversity throughout Palm Beach County.
Click here to learn more
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Free Youth Mentorship at Her Movement
Her Movement Inc is a nonprofit organization that is structured to allow adolescents to find their safety zone, build confidence, and develop helpful life skills. Her Movement Inc implements Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs as a way to modify mental developmental growth.
Click here to learn more
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Dress for Success Monthly News - Jan 2024
Read Dress for Success' latest newsletter by clicking below.
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: Thursday, Feb 13, 2023 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Nov 16)
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Cancer 101 Lecture and Free Cancer Screenings
The University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center's Game Changer Vehicle is coming. Attend a lecture, free cancer screening, no appointments necessary.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Branch, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: Allegany Franciscan Ministries
Allegany Franciscan Ministries is thrilled to announce the first open grant opportunity in its new priority focus area, Climate Justice & Care for Creation.
DEADLINE: Apply by Feb 22, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Caribbean Jerk Festival
Attend the Caribbean Jerk Festival in Belle Glade in February. Music, vendors, food, and more.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 24, 2024 | 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: 1016 W Canal St S, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Funding Available for First Mortgage Loan Assistance Program
Palm Beach County’s Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) announces the availability of State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) First Mortgage Loan Assistance Program funds.
DEADLINE: Apply by Feb 26, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: 25 Scholarships from Alliance of Women Executives
The Alliance of Women Executives (AWE) is now accepting applications for its $1500 scholarships, 25 scholarships will be offered to the Class of 2024. The applicant must be a young woman graduating from a Palm Beach County high school and planning to attend Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University or Palm Beach State College.
DEADLINE: April 2, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Back to School PBC! Registration Now Open!
For your information, the event will be held this year on Saturday, August 3, 2024. In addition to the backpacks and school supplies, and depending on the location and resource availability, participating students may also receive haircuts, school uniforms, sneakers,
socks, blood tests, biometric health screenings, vision screening, hearing tests, and other health-related resources.
REGISTER BY
WHEN: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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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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