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The Glades Initiative will be Closed for President's Day
The Glades Initiative office will be closed on Monday, Feb 15, 2021, in honor of President's Day. We will open again on Tuesday, Feb 16, 2021, at 8 a.m. The next eblast edition will also be published on Tuesday, Feb 16, 2021.
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~~~ This Week ~~~
Wed, Feb 10, 8:30 am - Food Distribution, (For all), The Glades Initiative, Belle Glade (every Wed)
Wed, Feb 10 10:00 am - Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches Meeting: Online
Wed, Feb 10 6:00 pm - Virtual Domestic Violence Support Group, Presented by CILO
Tue, Feb 16, 9:00 am - PATCH Monthly Meeting: Online
Tue, Feb 16, 10:00 am - Countywide Revitalization Meeting: Online
Tue, Feb 16, 12:00 pm - 'Protecting Older Adults Against COVID-19 Scams', by Attorney Arrieta
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Open to All: Food Distribution Every Wednesday at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative offers weekly food distribution to anyone in need. Those coming in cars are asked to line up beside the office for drive-through pick-up on Wednesdays from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM. Both drivers and walkers will receive food bags on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Our staff and volunteers will wear personal protective gear as we handle and distribute the food bags. We ask that drivers and their passengers remain in their vehicles and practice social distancing measures to keep everyone safe.
WHEN: Every Wednesday | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL
CONTACT: For questions, call us at 561-996-3310
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Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches Meeting
The February Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches meeting will take place on Feb 10th from 10:00am-11:00am. The featured speaker will be Project Phoneix.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 10, 2020 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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Virtual Domestic Violence Support Group, Presented by CILO
Join a free domestic violence support group every Wednesday. The support group is hosted by the Coalition for Independent Living Options, Inc.
WHEN: Wednesdays (Feb 10 - March 17, 2021) | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
CONTACT: For more information or to RSVP, please contact: Laura Cusack lcusack@cilo.org
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PATCH Monthly Meeting: Zoom
P.A.T.C.H. (Planned Approach To Community Health) will be held via Zoom. If you serve the Glades, please join and share what and how you are helping during the Covid-19 Pandemic.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 16, 2020 | 9:00 a.m.
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Countywide Community Revitalization Meeting, by the Office of Community Revitalization
Please join our featured guest speakers and the CCRT for our virtual WebEx meeting on Tuesday, February 16th, at 10 a.m. (please see attached flyer). Cyndi Longley, Extension Program Manager, County Cooperative Extension Service, will be in attendance to talk about Cooperative Extension. Ms. Longley’s presentation will focus on first-time homebuyers, financial management, and nutrition education.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 16, 2021 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual
CONTACT: For more information or to RSVP, please contact: Laura Cusack lcusack@cilo.org
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'Protecting Older Adults Against COVID-19 Scams' Webinar Presented by Attorney Vanessa Arrieta
Join Attorney Vanessa Arrieta and Social Worker Intern Dean LaPonzina for a discussion on how to protect senior citizens from getting scammed or exploited during COVID-19.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 16, 2021 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Via Zoom
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League of Women Voters Present: National Popular Vote
Cynthia and Kathleen discuss the national popular vote and the efforts of organizations working towards "getting rid of the Electoral College" without a US Constitutional Amendment.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 17, 2021 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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Virtual Mentors Needed to Help Students in the Glades Schools, Take Stock in Children PBC
Take Stock in Children is seeking to find at least 5-10 mentors in the Glades area to mentor students that are part of our Take Stock in Children Program. Our mentors meet with their students once a week at least three times a month via Zoom, Google Meets or using our Mentor App. We need community members to support their students at Glades Central. Our mentors are the most important component of our program and through mentoring our students receive a two-year full-tuition scholarship to attend college.
Training Sessions
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 17 or 19, 2021 | 5:30 p.m. (on Feb 17), 12 p.m. (on Feb 19)
WHERE: Zoom
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'Getting Google' Understanding SEO and Creating Content, Presented by SCORE PBC
In this course, you'll learn basic SEO, effective website SEO tactics, and how to create an optimized content strategy that will grow your online visibility.
WHEN: Monday, Feb 22, 2021 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Via Zoom
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Food Distributions in the Glades
The Glades Initiative Food Distribution Every Wednesday (Open to Everyone)
For the past year and a half, and continuing into the future, The Glades Initiative offers weekly food distribution to anyone in need. Those coming in cars are asked to line up beside the office for drive-through pick-up on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM. Both drivers and walkers will receive food bags on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Our staff and volunteers will wear personal protective gear as we handle and distribute the food bags. We ask that drivers and their passengers remain in their vehicles and practice social distancing measures to keep everyone safe.
WHEN: Every Wednesday | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For questions, call us at 561-996-3310
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Free Box of Produce at West County Senior Center
West County Senior Center, in partnership with U.S. Sugar, is providing a select number of area seniors with a FREE box of locally sourced fresh produce!
CONTACT: For more information or to sign up, contact: Willie A. Miller, Jr. WCSC Manager, 561-386-9897.
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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 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 - Feb 2, 2021
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School District of PBC: Not Registered? Join us!
Students new or returning to the School District are always welcome, no need to wait. Register your child for a Palm Beach County School District-operated school online or in-person.
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501c News: Nonprofits First Feb 2021 Newsletter
Nonprofits First provides an update in its latest 501c News publication.
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Take Stock in Children PBC Feb 2021 Newsletter
See what Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County is doing to provide mentors to area high school students by reading their latest newsletter.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Feb 8, 2021
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County
Other Areas
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies
Palm Beach County Food Bank
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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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., 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Join PBSC for its Meatless Mondays Kick-Off
Join an environmental collaboration between Palm Beach Gardens Community Earth Club and the PBSC Libraries EVERY MONDAY Beginning with the food distribution on
Feb 3, 2021 to May 10, 2021.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 3 and every Monday afterward through May 10, 2021
CONTACT: You can go to the Meatless Mondays website at
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'Job Corps Scholars Program' Presented by Palm Beach State College
Learn how your clients and students can take advantage of the full-ride scholarships (plus other benefits) available for low-income adults, ages 18-24, through Palm Beach State College’s $1.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 17, 2021 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
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Virtual Support Group for Caregivers of Youth with Disabilities, Presented by CILO
Join a free virtual support group for caregivers of youth with disabilities covering topics that include: self care, keeping focused, reaching goals, virtual school days, life during COVID and Zoom fatigue. Presented by the Coalition for Independent Living Options, Inc.
WHEN: Thursdays (Feb 18 - April 15, 2021) | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
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Free Friday Movie & Chick Fil A Coming to the Dolly Hand
Free Friday Movie returns to the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center with the showing of “Grease”.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 19, 2021 | 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For more information, call the box office at 561-993-1160.
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'Let's Hang On!' Coming to the Dolly Hand Feb 23
Let’s Hang On has established itself as America’s preeminent Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons tribute group by combining spot-on vocals and crisp choreography with a genuine ability to entertain an audience. Its performers respectfully pay tribute to all these classic “Seasons” details while also saluting to the Broadway show, The Jersey Boys.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 23, 2021 | 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For more information, call the box office at 561-993-1160.
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Birth to 22: 2021 Community Conversations
A conversation to address what's working, what's not working, and what's needed in our communities. Youth, young adults, parents/guardians, community-based agencies, local businesses, and more are invited. Presented by Palm Beach County Youth Services and Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 3, 9, 18 & 23, 2021 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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Coping Through COVID Virtual Support Group, Presented by CILO
Find community amidst isolation, affirm each other’s experiences, and connect with one another during tough times. There is no charge to join this group. Presented by the Coalition for Independent Living Options, Inc.
WHEN: Wednesdays starting Feb 24, 2021 (six-week duration) | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
CONTACT: For more information or to RSVP, please contact: Laura Cusack lcusack@cilo.org
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Palm Beach County Library System Celebrates Black History Month in February
The Palm Beach County Library System will be offering events during Black History Month that honor the heritage, contributions, and achievements of the African-American community.
This national celebration, initiated by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, also known as the “Father of
Black History,” has its roots in a weeklong observation in 1926. Although we are not able to offer the events in person this year, participants are invited to enjoy a wide variety of events
accessible online via Zoom
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Registration Open for 2021 Back to School PBC! Event
Registration is now open for the 2021 Back to School PBC! event. Back to School PBC! will be a drive-up event on Saturday, July 24 at different locations throughout the county to be announced at a later date. Registration is mandatory to participate in this event. Students must reside in designated neighborhoods or mobile home parks in unincorporated Palm Beach County to be eligible to register.
CONTACT: For more information, please contact the Office of Community Revitalization at ocrnews@pbcgov.org
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Animal Care and Control Offers $14 Pet Adoptions for Valentine's Day
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control is offering $14 adoptions on all pets in the adoption center for the month of February. All adoptions will ensure that each new furry family members is spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped and has a county license tag, free follow-up vet visit, and free bag of Science Diet pet food to go home with.
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News from the League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County talks Legislative Directory and more in this edition of their monthly newsletter.
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Food Research & Action Center - Jan 2021 Newsletter
Read the Advocate, the monthly newsletter from the Food Research & Action Center.
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'Prime Time Post' - News from Prime Time PBC
Read on for Prime Time's COVID-19 Resources.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Feb 1, 2021
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Center for Child Counseling Talks 'Helping Kids in a SNAP'
The Center for Child Counseling discusses the importance of The Snap (Stop Now and Plan) Program.
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Chamber Chatter - News from the Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce
Catch the latest edition of Chamber Chatter, the monthly newsletter from the Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce.
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School District's Digital Inclusion Initiative - Jan 2021
The goal of the Digital Inclusion Initiative is to grant all students, regardless of zip code, access to reliable internet access in their homes.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
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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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