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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, July 9, 6:00 pm - SCORE Presents: Start Your Business, Test the Viability: Virtual
Tue, July 9, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, July 10, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice-open to anyone
Wed, July 10, 9:00 am - Veterans Resource Fair, Lake Shore Civic Center, Belle Glade
Wed, July 10, 10:00 am - Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches Meeting: Zoom
Wed, July 10, 10:00 am - Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Virtual
Thu, July 11, 10:00 am - Navigating Your Healthcare Workshop by LORHN, Pahokee
Fridays - Free Family Weekend Kits, Belle Glade, South Bay, Pahokee
Mon, July 15, 5:30 pm - BIZ Bootcamp Online Live Event
Mon, July 15, 4:00 pm - Deadline: RFP for Handicap Accessibility Awareness Grant
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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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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
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- 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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SCORE Presents: Start Your Business, Test the Viability
Think you have a great business idea, but don't know how to start? In this FREE webinar we will help you understand what is involved to start a business and your personal stage of readiness. We will not only discuss the basics behind starting a business, but also give you the tools you need to decide whether or not you have a viable business.
WHEN: Tuesday, July 9, 2024 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Veterans Resource Fair
Calling all VETERANS in the Glades! This Resource Fair is for you! Sign up for VA support and learn about resources that you may not be aware of. Not sure if you qualify? Come and speak with VA staff - they may be able to help you qualify.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 10, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lake Shore Civic Center, 1224 SW Avenue E Place, Belle Glade, FL 33430
REGISTER: For more information, contact Jonathan Oakley - JonathanOakley@UnitedWayPBC.org
Click here to learn more
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Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches Meeting
Join us for our upcoming Coalition meeting as we learn from Jocelyne King, Community Outreach and Resource Planning Specialist, and Jesenia Lopez Diaz from the U.S. Department of Labor.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 10, 2024 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers
This is an evidence-based program that will provide caregivers with the tools and strategies to better handle the unique challenges that come with being a caregiver. Regardless if your loved one has a disability, is a veteran or suffering from any chronic condition this program will benefit you as their caregiver
WHEN: Wednesdays, July 10, and 17, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual Workshop
Click here to learn more
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Your Health Matters: Navigating Your Healthcare Workshop- LORHN FL
LORHN presents a free in-person workshop for adults wanting to learn more about navigating their healthcare. Topics include preparing for doctor visits, health insurance, safe use of medications, staying healthy, nutrition, and managing stress. A total of 3 weekly, 1 1/2 -hour sessions are being provided.
WHEN: Thursdays, July 11, 18, 25 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Padgett Island Community Center, 899 Padgett Circle Pahokee, Fl. 33476
CONTACT: For more information, please call 561.545.4751 or 863.532.3099
Click here to learn more
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Free Family Weekend Meal Kits
Send your kid to school on Monday ready to learn! Kits include healthy, easy-to-prepare
food for kid-friendly meals. Kit may include items like: shelf stable pasta, chicken, rice,
tuna, oatmeal, granola bars and more! Each child ages 17 and younger can receive a free
meal kit once a week while supplies last. Pick up at the children's area every Friday.
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
Click here to learn more
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Biz Bootcamp: Online Live Event
Are you already in business or planning to start your own? This workshop series is for you.
WHEN: Monday, July 15 - 18, 2024 | 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Office of Equal Opportunity Announces RFP for the Handicap Accessibility Awareness Grant for FY 2025
The Handicap Accessibility and Awareness Grant Program will improve accessibility and increase awareness for the approximately 107,000 disabled persons living in Palm Beach County. Proposed slated funding is $30,000. The grant program will enable any nonprofit 501(c)(3) agency in Palm Beach County, that provides service to persons with disabilities, to apply for funding to improve accessibility and equal opportunity and/or increase public awareness for persons with disabilities.
Deadline
WHEN: Monday, July 15, 2024 | 4:00 p.m.
CONTACT: To obtain the application and more information, please visit www.pbcgov.com/equalopportunity or contact Pamela Guerrier at 561-355-4884 or Pguerrie@pbc.gov
Click here to learn more
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City of Belle Glade Now Accepting Passport Applications
The City of Belle Glade is now accepting passport applications, from Monday through Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHEN: Mondays through Thursdays | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: City of Belle Glade, 110 Dr M.L.K. Jr Blvd W, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For any questions contact 561-996-0100 or passports@belleglade-fl.com
Click here to learn more
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Glades Hispanic Heritage Festival
Get ready for the annual Glades Hispanic Heritage Festival now seeking food trucks, craft vendors, local businesses, artists, and more.
WHEN: Sunday, Sept 22, 2024
WHERE: Torry Island, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Raquel, 561-942-6216, gladeshispanicheritage@gmail.com
Click here to learn more
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Jazz on the Muck Music Festival
Thrive for a Change of the Palm Beaches Inc. presents the 4th Annual Jazz on the Muck Music Festival.
WHEN: Friday, Sept 6-8, 2024
WHERE: To be announced
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters of PBC Hot Topics
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County presents two upcoming Hot Topic workshops.
Ballot Amendments
WHEN: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Challenges of Voting with Disabilities
WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 21, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Farm and Food Worker Relief Program
PBC Community Action in partnership with Coalition of Florida Farmworker Organization, Inc. is assisting in providing this one time $600 payment from the USDA to eligible farmworkers. The relief is intended to defray costs for reasonable and necessary personal, family or living expenses related to the COVID-19 pandemic. These payment will be available to eligible farm and food workers who performed work in farming activities and meatpacking during the period 1/27/2020 – 05/9/2023. Workers will need to provide sufficient proof of employment during the period and also identity when applying.
WHEN: Must call to make an appointment and have required documentation. No walk ins.
WHERE: Palm Beach County Community Action Program 38754 State Road 80 Belle Glade, FL
CONTACT: 561-993-9655
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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Find Your Spot for Free Meals This Summer in Palm Beach County
Summer BreakSpot offers balanced breakfasts, lunches, snacks or dinners depending on the site. Locations can include churches, schools, libraries and more. Kids and teens 18 and under can eat for free all summer long.
Click here to learn more and to find sites throughout the Glades!
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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
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- 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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Summer BreakSpot: Free Meals at a Location for You
Summer BreakSpot provides free meals all summer long for children 18 and under. To find a location, dial 2-1-1, text "food" to 304-304, or visit summerbreakspot.org.
Click here to learn more and to find sites throughout the Glades!
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United Way of Palm Beach County Newsletter
From United Way of Palm Beach County: "June 7th marked the 25th anniversary of Deloitte's Impact Day, an annual day of service where employees come together to engage in social impact efforts. These efforts reflect Deloitte's commitment to drive progress toward a more equitable and sustainable future for all."
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, July 3, 2024
Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.
Click here to learn more
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Homebuyer Education Workshop-Delray Beach
Learn about the home-buying process, understand how credit impacts your home purchase, receive a HUD-approved Homebuyer Education Certificate and uncover down payment assistance programs.
Determine if buying a home is right for you!
WHEN: Saturday, July 13th, 2024 | 8:45 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: 100 W. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach, Fl 33444
Click here to learn more
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101 for the 501, Presented by Nonprofits First
Whether you are a brand-new nonprofit interested in the essentials of nonprofit management, a small nonprofit looking to scale your operations, or an established nonprofit interested in refining your organizational best practices, 101 for the 501 is the program for you. 101 for the 501 gives your nonprofit the competitive edge required to succeed and grow by providing the tools needed to build capacity and scale operations, furthering your mission and service to the community.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 17, 24, 31, Aug 7, 2024
WHERE: Nonprofits First, 1818 S. Australian Ave. Ste. 450, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Click here to learn more
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Access for All Abilities Showcase 2024
The Access for All Abilities Showcase provides access to resources, products, and technology for those with a wide range of disabilities in Palm Beach County. It's free, so join and get the latest information for yourself or your loved one.
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 24, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center, 9067 Southern Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (vendor sign-up)
Click here to learn more (sponorship sign-up)
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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DOH PBC Issues Blue-Green Algae Alert for Lake Okeechobee
The public should exercise caution in and around Lake Okeechobee. This is a recreational surface water caution, drinking water is not affected.
Click here to learn more
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AACY Treasure Talk June 2024
Read the latest edition of the American Association of Caregiving Youth's Treasure Talk - June 2024.
Click here to learn more
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Mosquitoes Can Spread Illness
Learn how mosquitoes can spread illness and how to better protect yourself with repellant.
Click here to learn more
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Annual PBC Water Quality Report Available Online
Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) is committed to educating customers about the utility’s treatment process and water quality standards. With the recent publication of the PBCWUD Annual Water Quality Report, it shows that the department had zero water quality violations for the sixth consecutive year.
Click here to learn more
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Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies July 2024 Educational Calendar
Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies offers free educational classes for expectant parents and new families. The classes are led by certified HMHB 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. Check out our 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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City of Pahokee Events Schedule
Click below for a listing of the City of Pahokee's events from June 2024 through November 2024.
Click here to learn more
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Activities and Classes at Belle Glade Library 2024
Click below for a listing of activities and classes at the Belle Glade Library for the month of July 2024.
Click here to learn more
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Free Virtual Workshop: The Importance of Legal Planning- The Melvin J. and Claire Levine LifePlanning Program
The Melvin J. and Claire Levine LifePlanning® program at the Alpert Jewish Family Service offers education, advocacy, consultation, and emotional support to people with disabilities, their parents, adult children, siblings, and caregivers. This program encourages and assists in planning for the future.
Topics covered include special needs trusts, pooled trusts, guardianship, the ABLE account, and advance directives (power of attorney, health care surrogate).
WHEN: Thursday, July 18, 2024 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom (Register by July 16th)
Click here to learn more
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Dress for Success Presents: Free Personal Shopping Experience for Teachers
Teachers from Martin County to Broward County are welcomed to participate is this free personal shopping experience. This experience includes one free outfit, jewelry, school supplies, and gifts. Please note that only women's clothing is available.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 24, 25, 26, and Aug 1 and 2 2024 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: 1089 S Main St. Belle Glade, Fl. 33430
CONTACT: For more information, please contact 561.983.8179
Click here to learn more
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Community ID of The Palm Beaches
The Community ID of the Palm Beaches is for ANY resident who may have limited access to government issued forms of identification, and for those who support a diverse and inclusive community.
It is not a government issued form of ID or a driver’s license, but it is a verifiable form of identification that says you are a part of our community. It can be used within your community to gain access to essential services and as a tool to better identify, serve, and protect you.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 24, 2024 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Public Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Muck City Marketing Missions Matters Inc Presents Back to School Backpack Giveaway
Muck City Marketing Missions Matters Inc. announces the first ever Back to School Backpack Giveaway, which will take place on July 27, 2024, at 2 PM. The exact location will be announced soon. This event is organized for the Tri-City area community members of Belle Glade, Pahokee, and South Bay. We aim to provide a variety of services and resources to support our students and families as they prepare for the upcoming school year.
WHEN: Saturday, July 27, 2024 | 3:00 p.m.
Click here to learn more
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Glades Lake Region Presents: The Truth About the Youth Teen Summit
Glades/Lake Region, The Truth About the Youth Teen Summit will be held August 2-4 for youth in grades 6th-12th! Registered youth will participate in informative workshops on Mental Health, College Preparation, Gang Prevention, Racial Equity, Crime Prevention, Careers in Trades, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship. There will also be a Jam Off, food and snacks, and each participant will receive a Summit t-shirt and other supplies. Community Resources for youth will be available, and a special session for parents only will be available on August 4.
WHEN: Friday, Aug 2 - 4, 2024
WHERE: Glades Central Community High School, 1001 SW Ave M, Belle Glade, Fl. 33430
REGISTER: Deadline is July 19. Youth should pre-register at https://guardiansoftheglades.com/
Click here to learn more
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Pahokee Back to School Bash
Celebrate the return to the 2024-2025 school year at the Eddie L Rhodes Gymnasium.
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 10, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Eddie L Rhodes Gymnasium, 360 E Main Street, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Pahokee Fall Festival
Free – Trunk or treat, bounce houses, petting zoo, photo ops, pumpkin patch, food, raffle prizes, games, exhibitors and so much more.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: City of Pahokee Parks & Recreation Sports Complex, 360 E Main Street, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Emergency Rental Assistance Mobile Outreach in Belle Glade
GBDC Entrepreneurship Institute will be providing a mobile outreach unit for emergency rent and utility assistance for eligible individuals who have been impacted directly or indirectly by COVID-19.
WHEN: The third Friday of each month, beginning Sept 15, 2024 | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: MYMDPLUS, 217 West Avenue A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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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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