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The information appearing in this email is for general informational purposes only. Reference to any product, service, event or program is for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute endorsement by The Glades Initiative.
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~~~ This Week ~~~
Mon-Sat - COVID Testing at various sites throughout the Glades, see listing for locations and times
Tue, Feb 1, 3:00 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice Hours, The Glades Initiative, BG
Wed, Feb 2, 8:30 am - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice Hours, The Glades Initiative, BG
Tue, Feb 1, 9:00 am - Inter-Agency Network of Palm Beach County February Meeting: Zoom
Tue, Feb 1, 1:00 pm - SCORE PBC presents: All You Need to Know About Contracts: Virtual
Wed, Feb 2, 12:00 pm - Free Sacred Waters Talk at Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, BG
Sat, Feb 5, 11:00 am - Black History Month: Who do you Know, Pahokee Library
Mon, Feb 7, 4:00 pm - Black History Month Trivia, Clarence E Anthony Library, South Bay
Tue, Feb 8, 10:00 am - Palm Beach County presents Vocational Training Orientation: Online
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Donate to The Glades Initiative to Have Your Contribution Matched by 5% and Get a Chance to Win a Car!
The American Honda Birdies for Children program serves as a vehicle for local charities to team up with The Honda Classic and present their donor base with a chance to win a new vehicle from Honda, while the charity benefits from the proceeds plus a 5% matching contribution courtesy of The Honda Classic.
Here’s how: Make a donation of $20 or more to The Glades Initiative by clicking on the link below and guess the total number of birdies that will be made by the entire field in all four rounds of the Honda Classic. Those individuals guessing the actual number enter into a drawing to win a brand new 2022 Honda automobile!
WHEN: The deadline for guesses is Wednesday, Feb 23, 2022 | 9:00 p.m.
To help you along, here are the total number of birdies made in each of the last ten tournaments (all have been played at PGA National Resort & Spa – Champion Course), remember the more you donate, the more guesses you get:
2012: 1,279 Birdies 2013: 1,244 Birdies 2014: 1,363 Birdies
2015: 1,168 Birdies 2016: 1,246 Birdies 2017: 1,361 Birdies
2018: 1,090 Birdies 2019: 1,320 Birdies 2020: 1,172 Birdies
2021: 1,345 Birdies
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The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice Hours
We hope that the flexibility of our new “Pantry of Choice” hours helps us to serve you better. You may come to shop in the food pantry once per week at any time during open hours. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines)! Food will no longer be distributed outside.
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole and Spanish)
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Inter-Agency Network of PBC February Meeting
Participate in one of Palm Beach County's oldest "community-wide" networking groups!
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 1, 2022 | 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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SCORE PBC Presents: All You Want to Know About Contracts
Do you get lost in the fine print? Understand your contracts with the help of guest speaker, attorney Jeffrey Garber.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 1, 2022 | 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
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Free "Sacred Waters" Talk at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center
Connect with Dr. Victoria Machado on Wednesday, Feb. 2 at noon as we explore the intersection of Florida's water and spirituality within Florida's present day environmental movement. We will investigate what it means to care for the water and how stories can help us rethink how we understand this vital resource. Bring your lunch and enjoy the Smithsonian Institute’s Traveling Exhibit: “WaterWays” following the talk.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 2, 2022 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 SW College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Black History Month: Who do you Know?
Join us in learning about various well-known and not-so-well-known influential people in Black history. Ages 5-10. (45 min.)
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 5, 2022 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Loula V York Branch Library, 525 Bacom Point Rd, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: 561-924-5928
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Black History Month Trivia
Do you consider yourself a know it all? Come try your hand at some trivia. Snacks provided. Limit 8. (60 min.)
WHEN: Monday, Feb 7, 2022 | 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Branch Library, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
CONTACT: 561-992-8393
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Palm Beach County Presents Vocational Training Orientation
Looking for vocational training opportunities? Join this upcoming vocational training orientation!
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 8, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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Nonprofits First Present: Managing Stress 3-Part Series
Helping you help the helpers! We know nonprofits have gone above and beyond providing for our community during COVID. Support your team's emotional well-being and physical health, and witness it lead to a more EFFECTIVE workday. Presented by Nonprofits First.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 10, March 3 & 24, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Online
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Teen Book Discussion for Black History Month
This month’s optional theme is Black authors/Black history. Choose your own book and come chat with us! Ages 12-18. (90 min.)
WHEN: Sunday, Feb 13, 2022 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3453
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League of Women Voters Present: Penny Sales Tax Update
Join Sherry Brown, director of PBC's Office of Financial Management and Budget, as she provides information on the impact of the penny sales tax increase and the future need in Palm Beach County. Presented by the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 16, 2022 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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Statewide Virtual Session for Couples to be Offered by UF/IFAS
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension is offering a virtual session, “SMART Couples Florida Celebration,” on Friday, Feb. 18 starting at 6 p.m. The event focuses on effective communication and is open to all Florida residents.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 18, 2022 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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Love Thyself Wellness Retreat for Parents and Families
Join for a day of self care for the mind, body, and spirit. The following services to be offered: free childcare for very young children (0-5); wellness activities for adults, including movement, stillness, and fellowship; wellness activities for children (6-12) and teens (13-19); giveaways for healthy habits,
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 19, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Be Well Gathering Place, 19 Everglades St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Jazz & Hip-Hop Dance for Black History Month
This fun and energetic class begins with a community-building warm-up, followed by skill-building exercises. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Ages 5 & up. Space is limited. (60 min.)
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 19, 2022 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3453
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56th Annual BG Chamber Banquet
The Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce's 56th Annual Chamber Banquet will be held at First Baptist Church in Belle Glade. Tickets for the event are now available at the chamber or from any board member.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 22, 2022 | 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Tickets are on sale now at either the Chamber or a Chamber Board Member. Call with any questions or to reserve your tickets at 561-996-2745
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Diversity Equity Inclusion Roundtable
Palm Beach County presents Diversity Equity Inclusion Roundtable: the Importance of Inclusion in an Evolving Social Environment.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 24, 2022 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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42nd Annual Glades Festival of Afro Arts
The Glades Festival of Afro Arts returns for its 42nd time on March 5. Enjoy music, food, family, culture, arts, crafts, and lots of fun!
WHEN: Saturday, March 5, 2022 | 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Airport Park, N Main St, just north of Gator Blvd./Avenue L, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For more info call 561-261-7167, 561-914-0280, or 561-983-2425
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Taxes Filed Free if You Earned $68,000 or Less in 2021!
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 nineteenth year on January 24, 2022, is an invaluable service to the community. Visit www.TaxesFiledFree.org to learn more about the Taxes Filed Free Campaign, the services offered and where our sites are located throughout Palm Beach County.
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Order Your Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests
Click on the link to order your 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free and will usually ship in 7 to 12 days.
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Brief Human Trafficking Survey
The Palm Beach County Human Trafficking Task Force seeks your Feedback regarding Human Trafficking (sex and labor). Help us by participating in an anonymous survey that will take less than 2 minutes to complete. The purpose of the survey is to assist the Task Force to improve services for survivors of Human Trafficking in the Glades region.
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Grant Opportunity: Be Well Do Well Mini Grants
Share your innovative behavioral health and wellness ideas! Now more than ever, Be Well wants to support innovative ideas to advance behavioral health in our communities. Be Well Do Well Grants are an opportunity to fund creative projects, Palm Beach County residents or organizations who have an idea to build a community of support, promote workforce wellness, and/or focus on residents most in need. Application opens Feb. 7, 2022. Awards are up to $5,000.
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How to Apply for VPK
Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is a free program designed to prepare four-year-old children for kindergarten and build the foundation for their educational success. VPK is available to all four-year-olds who live in Florida! 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.
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The Glades Initiative Pantry of Choice Hours
We hope that the flexibility of our new “Pantry of Choice” hours helps us to serve you better. You may come to shop in the food pantry once per week at any time during open hours. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines)! Food will no longer be distributed outside.
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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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COVID Testing Sites in the Glades
COVID Government Testing Sites Listing
Click below for an updated listing of locations offering COVID testing. Many local pharmacies also offer testing.
WHEN: Monday-Sunday (7 days a week) | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, FL 33430
WHEN: Tue & Thu | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Florida Community Health Centers, 170 S Barfield Highway, #101, Pahokee, 33476
Click here for more information and to access testing sites throughout the county
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How to Apply for Emergency Food and Shelter Program Funds
Our Local EFSP Board recently announced that Phase 39 and Phase ARPA-R applications will be made available starting Monday, January 31, 2022, at www.unitedwaypbc.org under “Get Help – Nonprofit Resources”.
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BG Elementary Principal Earns 'Principal of the Year' Award
The School District of Palm Beach County, along with the Education Foundation of Palm Beach County, honors the 2022 Principal, Assistant Principal, Teacher, and School-Related Employee of the Year during the inaugural ‘Celebrate the Great’ awards ceremony.
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$2 Million Available through County for Residential Construction Serving Low-Income Households
On March 1, 2022, Palm Beach County Department of Housing & Economic Development (DHED) will make available $2,114,290 in Impact Fee Affordable Housing Assistance Program (IFAHAP) funding from its Fiscal Year 2021 funding cycle. For the payment of Roads, Parks, and Public Building impact fees for residential construction serving households with incomes no greater than 140% of Area Median Income.
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McKinlay Memo: Jan 28, 2022
Commissioner Melissa McKinlay (PBC District 6) shares news from her office.
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News from the Lighthouse Cafe
Learn more about what the Lighthouse Cafe has been up to by reading their newsletter!
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The Skidmore Scoop: House District 81, Jan 31, 2022
Get the latest update from the Florida House of Representative for District 81, Kelly Skidmore.
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The Friday 5: News from PBC School District, Jan 28, 2022
Learn what the School District of Palm Beach County has been doing by reading the latest issue of The Friday 5.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Jan 31, 2022
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
The Glades Initiative, Inc.
- Technical Production Specialist
- Arts Center Outreach Coordinator
Other Areas
- Waterpark Lifeguards
- Cashiers
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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., 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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PediPec Accepting new Children, Daycare for Children with Chronic and Complex Medical Needs
From PediPec: "We are currently accepting new children, as always, at PediPec, our daycare for children with chronic and complex medical needs. Our services are completely covered by Medicaid and are of no charge to the families. We provide skilled nursing services, physical therapy, speech therapy and occupational therapy. We also provide age appropriate education and transportation to and from our center. We accept children from birth through 21 years of age."
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Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies February 2022 Educational Calendar
Educational workshops are for pregnant women and new families. Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies provides free hands-on education programs for parents and support partners. The class instructors are community partners or certified Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies staff.
WHEN: Participants can register for classes/groups on the HMHB website www.hmhbpbc.org. Check out our YouTube Channel for presentations or our Calendar to view upcoming classes or groups.
WHERE: Virtual and In-person
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Grant Opportunity: New York Life Foundation's Aim High Grant
The New York Life Foundation is seeking applications from afterschool, summer, or expanded learning programs serving middle-school youth. In total, $1.8 million in grants will be awarded to programs all across the country.
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Apply to the Advancing Leaders Program from Nonprofits First
The Advancing Leaders program uses didactic instruction and panel discussions to drill down into the hard knowledge and skills needed for upper management, including governance, data-driven leadership, finances and budgeting, HR laws and practices, development, and strategic leadership and innovation. The ideal candidates are individuals who are in or moving into upper-level management positions in an organization.
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Jan 20, 2022
Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers, New Monoclonal Antibody Site. Final Adopted Redistricting Map. January-February events, and more in this issue of Count-e-News.
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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.
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