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~~~ This Week ~~~
Mon, June 12, 1:00 pm - Brain Health Informational Session, West County Senior Center, BG
Tue, June 13, 12:00 pm - Take Stock in Children Mentor Orientation Session: Zoom
Tue, June 13, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, June 14, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, June 14, 9:30 am - Glades Technical Advisory Committee Meeting, Pahokee Marina
Wed, June 14, 10:00 am - Human Trafficking Coalition General Meeting: Zoom
Wed, June 14, 12:00 pm - SCORE PBC: Email Marketing Trends: Zoom
Wed, June 14, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Fri, June 16, 7:00 pm - Rapunzel at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, BG
Sat, June 17, 10:00 am - Arts in my Backyard Family Saturdays, Civic Center, BG
Sat, June 17, 3:00 pm - City of Pahokee Hosts Juneteenth Festival, MLK Park
Tue, June 20, 9:00 am - PATCH Monthly Meeting: The Glades Initiative: Hybrid
Tue, June 20, 10:00 am - Countywide Community Revitalization Meeting: Hybrid
Tue, June 20, 5:00 pm - Community ID of the Palm Beaches, BG Library
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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. (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
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Brain Health Informational Session
JEM Research Institute is proud to be hosting a brain health informational session on Monday, June 12, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at the West County Senior Center. This special event is for everyone in the Glades community, including leaders and caregivers. If anyone is curious about their brain health, curious to know what Alzheimer's Disease really is, and what resources are available to them and their loved ones, JEM will be there to answer your questions. Light refreshments will also be provided!
WHEN: Monday, June 12, 2023 | 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: West County Senior Center, 2916 FL-15, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Take Stock in Children Mentor Orientation Sessions
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives? Perhaps you had a significant mentor who influenced your life, and now it's your turn to pay it forward as a mentor for Take Stock in Children. As we prepare for the new school year, we require mentors from across Palm Beach County to assist our students. Apply now and participate in a mentor orientation to ensure our mentors are prepared for the Fall semester.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 13, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Glades Technical Advisory Committee Meeting
The Glades Technical Advisory Committee is pleased to announce our featured speakers:
Tonya D. Johnson, Division Director, Office of Equal Business Opportunity; Elyse Brown, Community Education Supervisor, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue; and R.E.A.C.H., A Health Coalition of Minority Health Professionals.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 14, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: City of Pahokee, Pahokee Marina, 190 N. Lake Avenue, Pahokee FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Human Trafficking Coalition General Meeting
From the Human Trafficking Coalition: "We hope you will join us for our next General Coalition Meeting as we discuss the latest developments in our efforts to combat human trafficking and provide support to survivors."
WHEN: Wednesday, June 14, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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SCORE PBC Presents: Email Marketing Trends for 2023 via Zoom
Learn how to update your email marketing strategy to maximize your business growth.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 14, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Local Students in Rapunzel at the Dolly Hand
Rapunzel will be presented at 7:00 PM at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center in Palm
Beach State College on Friday, June 16th. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for children under 12 and are available at the Box Office in advance and at the door, the day of the performance.
WHEN: Friday, June 16, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 SW College Dr, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Arts in my Backyard Family Saturdays
Arts in My Backyard is an arts-exposure program designed for families with children in search of interactive family arts activities and cultural experiences. Family Saturdays events invite families to discover the arts together as they connect and create memories while acquiring new skills through visual art, dance, nature, theater, and more! Family Saturdays is a free program presented by various arts and cultural organizations and artists in Palm Beach County.
WHEN: Saturday, June 17, July 15, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Civic Center Meeting Room (next to BG Library), 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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City of Pahokee Hosts Juneteenth Celebrating Annual Festival
Celebrate Juneteenth in Pahokee - kids' corner, talent show, rib and bake-off, vendors, food, music, and more!
WHEN: Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Martin Luther King Park, 100 E 5th St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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PATCH Monthly Meeting: Hybrid (Zoom & In-Person)
The next PATCH meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 20, 2023. Glades Initiative is hosting the in-person meeting. You can also attend via Zoom, please see the link below.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
MEETING LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4457939554?pwd=L2sxT1FTOWlOVlZGZkJ1d2wwN3ZyZz09 (Meeting ID: 445 793 9554
Passcode: 1234)
Click here to learn more
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Countywide Community Revitalization Team Hybrid Meeting
Join the Countywide Community Revitalization Team (CCRT) meeting hosted by the Office
of Community Revitalization (OCR) on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at 10 a.m. The meeting will be held both virtually and in person at the Vista Center Hearing Room 1E60, 2300 N Jog Rd., in West Palm Beach. The virtual meeting can be accessed through the link below or via conference call.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: The meeting will be held both virtually and in person at the Vista Center Hearing Room 1E60, 2300 N Jog Rd., in West Palm Beach
Click here to learn more
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Community ID of the Palm Beaches Event for Residents with Limited Access to Government-Issued ID
The Community ID of the Palm Beaches is for any residents who may have limited access to government-issued forms of identification, and for those who support a diverse and inclusive community.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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Lost Tree Foundation Grant Cycle Now Open
Lost Tree Foundation's 2024 grant cycle is now open for requests and the letter of Inquiry (LOI) is available online. They anticipate awarding $3.5 to $4 million for capital projects in this cycle for organizations working in the areas of health, hunger, homelessness and education from Delray to Hobe Sound and out west to the Glades and Indiantown. Funding guidelines are located here. The most recent grant awards can be viewed by clicking here. Click here for submissions. The deadline for submissions is August 15 at 11:59 p.m.
Deadline
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 15, 2023 | 11:59 p.m.
CONTACT: Questions can be directed to jillian@losttreefoundation.org
Click here to learn more
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2023 Quantum in the Community Initiative - Now Accepting Applications
Quantum Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2023 Quantum in the Community Initiative "Basic Needs to Support Good Health".
Deadline
WHEN: Friday, July 28, 2023
Click here to learn more
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Jamathon in the Glades Summer Fitness Experience for Youth
KidsFit Jamathon is the ultimate summer fitness experience for youth. Dance, fitness, obstacle courses, dance competitions, and more! Open to summer camps only.
WHEN: Friday, July 14, 2023 | 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Pioneer Park Elementary School, 39500 Pioneer Park Road, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday
Florida Residents! Sales Tax Holiday for Disaster-Preparedness Supplies is here! From Aug 26 to Sept 8, 2023, enjoy tax-free shopping on essential items. Check out the Florida Department of Revenue's publication for details. Stay safe and prepared!
Sales Tax Holiday period
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 26 - Sept 8, 2023
Click here to learn more
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Car Seat Check-Up by Safe Kids Palm Beach County
Learn about child passenger safety and have your child's car seat or booster seat checked by a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician.
WHEN: Thursday, June 22, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: PBC Fire Rescue Pahokee Station 72, 615 S Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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CILO Presents: Summer Self-Care Seminar
The Coalition for Independent Living Options, Inc. invites you to a Summer Self-Care Seminar, facilitated by Elliot Cohen, Ph.D.
WHEN: Thursday, June 29, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Belle Glade Library June 2023 Programs
Click to view the Belle Glade Library's June 2023 programs, meetings, events, and more.
Click here to learn more
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Summer Breakspot: Free Meals for Kids and Teens!
Free meals this summer for children - find locations near you.
Click here to learn more
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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert for Lake Okeechobee Locations
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in the following Lake Okeechobee water body locations.
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
- 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)
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 for Kids and Teens
Free meals this summer for children - find locations near you.
Click here to learn more
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Nonprofits First 501c Newsletter - June 2023
Read the latest issue of 501c News from Nonprofits First!
Click here to learn more
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BCC Briefs: Board of County Commission Briefs for June 6, 2023
At the June 6, 2023, Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board took action on the regular agenda.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, May 25, 2023
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, June 12, 2023
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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Healthcare Perspectives: County & State
Attend an evening featuring a networking reception and educational presentations from Broward County Medical Association President, Dr. Antonio Wong, and Florida Medical Association President-Elect, Dr. Jason Goldman. Food and drinks served.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 14, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach, 3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Click here to learn more
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Digital Saturdays Internship for Youth and Local Organizations
Calling all talented youth aged 15-24 and forward-thinking organizations: Join us for an extraordinary event where creativity, innovation, and collaboration unite. Youth - discover the positive potential of social media for your career. Organizations - meet bright talents and find your next intern. Register now and please spread this opportunity to someone who you may think is interested!
WHEN: Saturdays, June 17-31 & July 22-Sept 5, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Sample-McDougald House, 450 NE 10th St., Pompano Beach, FL 33061
Click here to learn more
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Jim Moran Small Business Leadership Conference
Early Bird registration is now open for the 12th Annual Small Business Leadership Conference! Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from expert speakers and network with other small business owners, nonprofit executives, and community leaders.
WHEN: Monday, June 19-21, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando, FL
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Hot Topic Meeting for June 2023
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) invites voters and residents to another informative Hot Topic Discussion and Lunch. Our guests will be discussing new Senate Bills that affect all Florida voters.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 559 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach 33415
Click here to learn more
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Stay Woke Florida 15 City Rolling Protest
The League of Women Voters, Black Voters Matter, the NAACP and more are participating in the Stay Woke Florida 15-city rolling protest, which features a performance by Vickie Winans in Gainesville on June 19.
WHEN: Thursday, June 22, 2023
WHERE: West Palm Beach
Click here to learn more
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Breaking the Silence - A Conversation on Overcoming HIV Stigma
Save the date for a space-limited event being held in the beautiful Lake Pavilion in downtown West Palm Beach. Guest Speaker Hydeia Broadbent is a renowned HIV/AIDS activist who has been living with HIV and AIDS since she was born. Hydeia will be with us in person to share her story. Save the date or register today! Space will be limited. Food and drink will be provided.
WHEN: Thursday, July 20, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: West Palm Beach Lake Pavilion 101 South Flagler Drive West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Click here to learn more
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PBC Office of Equal Business Opportunity "Meet the Prime" with the Weitz Company
The Palm Beach County Office of Equal Business Opportunity and The Weitz Company
are connecting small businesses to contracting opportunities. Attend this event to learn about The Weitz Company and the projects they will be working on in the future.
WHEN: Thursday, July 20, 2023 | 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: 1400 Centrepark Blvd, Suite 700, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Click here to learn more
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Summer Reading Program 2023 by PBC Library
Participate by completing a Little Learner Log or BINGO card, available at one of our service desks. Your entry will make you eligible for one completion prize (while supplies last) and an entry into our grand prize drawing. Grand prize winners will be selected after Fri, Jul 28, 2023.
WHEN: Monday, June 5-July 28, 2023
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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City of Pahokee ARPA Available Funds
The City of Pahokee had funding available for its residents. Funding is available for minor home repairs, water and rental assistance, small business development, and more.
Click here to learn more
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Program to Encourage Active, Rewarding Lives (PEARLS)
Empower Healthcare is offering a no-cost, high-quality care and community-based program called PEARLS. Often the losses we endure as we age and the changes in physical health, social structure, and even independence can lead to feelings of loneliness, sadness, frustration, irritability, and anxiousness. PEARLS program teaches skills to manage these feelings and improve quality of life.
WHERE: 491 E Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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AACY Caregiving Youth Project
The AACY Caregiving Youth Project (CYP) helps identify, recognize, educate, and support students who care for chronically ill, injured, elderly, or disabled family members. This allows Caregiving Youth to achieve success, have fun, and make new friends while promoting academic and personal growth.
Click here to learn more
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PBC Library System Partners with School District to Serve Free Summer Lunches & Snacks for Kids
The Palm Beach County Library System is serving free nutritious lunches and snacks to children during the summer, in partnership with the School District of Palm Beach County. This service will be available beginning Tue, May 30 through Fri, Jul 28, excluding holidays and weekends at all branch locations. All children are welcome, ages 18 and younger.
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert for Two Lake Okeechobee Locations
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in the Lake Okeechobee S352 (Lakeside) and S354 (rim canal side) water bodies. This is in response to water samples taken on May 31st, 2023. The public should exercise caution in and around these areas. This is a recreational surface water alert, drinking water is not affected.
Click here to learn more
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Over Capacity Shelter is Offering 50% off Adoption Fees
Palm Beach County Department of Public Safety’s Division of Animal Care and Control (PBCACC) needs the communities' help to adopt or foster as the number of pets in its care has risen to over 300. PBCACC’s team of staff and volunteers are working overtime to ensure the best quality care, but they do not have enough space. With only 144 kennels and 200 dogs, two dogs are being placed in a single kennel.
Click here to learn more
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When an IRS Letter Arrives, Taxpayers Don't Need to Panic, but They do Need to Read It
I am reaching out on behalf of the Internal Revenue Service soliciting your help to reach people who may receive or who have already received an IRS notice after the filing season. Getting a letter from the IRS can make some taxpayers nervous – but there’s no need to panic. Taxpayers should understand they need to read the notice and take any appropriate action listed.
Click here to learn more
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Hurricane Season is Here: Time to Prepare for Your Health
The Atlantic Hurricane Season officially starts today, June 1 st 2023, and the experiences of last year’s Hurricanes Ian and Nicole are still fresh in the minds of Floridians. DOH-Palm Beach encourages residents to prepare now to protect their health heading into the hurricane season.
Click here to learn more
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FWBC Presents: Start, Get Funding, Grow & Run a Successful Business
This workshop covers the services offered by the Florida Women's Business Center (FLBW) to support you in achieving your goals.
WHEN: Thursday, June 22, 2023 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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I Am Girls Summit, for Residents of the Glades
Her Movement is presenting the I Am Girls Summit for girls from Clewiston, Belle Glade, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, and more. Cooking class, yoga, meditation, financial literacy, catwalk class, and much more.
WHEN: Friday, June 23-25, 2023
REGISTER: www.hermovement63.org
Click here to learn more
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City of Belle Glade 4th of July Extravaganza
The City of Belle Glade presents a 4th of July Extravaganza at Las Palmas.
WHEN: Tuesday, July 4, 2023 | 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Las Palmas, 1799 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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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