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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, Mar 28, 10:00 am - Free Food Distribution Event, Pahokee
Tue, Mar 28, 11:30 am - Florida Women's Business Center: Analysis Workshop Series: Zoom
Tue, Mar 28, 6:00 pm - SCORE PBC Presents: Six Month Budget: Zoom
Tue, Mar 28, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Mar 29, 8:30-11 am & 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Mar 29, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Wed, Mar 29, 3:00 pm - Nonprofits First Presents: Public Speaking Series: Zoom
Thu, Mar 30, 12:00 pm - Herizon Presents: Cost of Being a Woman: Zoom
Fri, Mar 31, 11:00 am - Health Fair at Pahokee
Sat, April 1 - I Love Pahokee Day Events
Sat, April 1, 11:00 am - Sextortion Documentary at Belle Glade Library
Sat, April 1, 12:00 pm - Easter Egg Hunt Celebration, Towne Sauare, Belle Glade
Sat, April 1, 1:00 pm - Lawrence E Will Museum Presents: Art Show Featuring Lester Finney, BG
Mon, April 3, 12:00 pm - Take Stock in children Mentor Orientations: Zoom
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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 (English)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole and Spanish)
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Taxes Filed Free Program through United Way of PBC, April 15 Deadline
United Way of Palm Beach County has partnered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide free, confidential, and secure preparation and efiling of tax returns to qualified taxpayers. To qualify, taxpayer’s income must have been $70,000 or less in 2022. You may be eligible for up to $6,935 in Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC). Taxes Filed Free service gives you two options to choose from to e-file your tax return. All options are supported by IRS-Certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteers.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (flyer)
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Free Food Distribution Event
The community is invited to a free food distribution event at Martin Luther King Jr Park in Pahokee. Pick up an assortment of meat, vegetables, fruit, canned goods, and more.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Martin Luther King Jr Park, 100 E. 5th Street, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Florida Women's Business Center Presents: Data Analysis Workshop Series
This workshop series will show how to use census data from the federal government to access the most current and relevant demographic, socioeconomic, housing statistics, business data for your business plan.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 28, April 4, 2023 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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SCORE PBC Presents: Use a Six-Month Budget to Guide Your Business Recovery
This hands-on workshop will give you the fundamentals that you need to build a simple budget for your business.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Nonprofits First Presents: Three-Part Public Speaking Series
We are not born with the skills of public speaking but with practice, we can all improve. Presented by The Leadership Haven Resource Center, LLC.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Herizon Presents: Cost of Being a Woman Zoom Workshop
Herizon is committed to long-lasting social change to advance the status of women and girls an increasing economic security and empowerment.
WHEN: Thursday, March 30, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Health Fair at Pahokee
Attend a health fair at Pahokee, presented by multiple partners and FAU nurses.
WHEN: Friday, March 31, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Harbormaster Office, 190 N Lake Avenue, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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I Love Pahokee Day Looks for Vendors
Attached is the vendor form for I Love Pahokee Day if you are interested in setting up an information table.
WHEN: Saturday, April 1, 2023
CONTACT: You can submit your vendor form to Mrs. Boule-Washington at pboule-washington@cityofpahokee.com
Click here to learn more
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Sextortion Documentary at Belle Glade Library
Sextortion: The Hidden Pandemic will be screened at the Belle Glade Library. Age Recommendation is 10 and older - Free breakfast and open to the public.
WHEN: Saturday, April 1, 2023 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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The City of Belle Glade and Christ Fellowship Host an Easter Egg Hunt Celebration
The community is invited to an Easter Egg Celebration presented by the city of Belle Glade and Christ Fellowship.
WHEN: Saturday, April 1, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: City Hall - Towne Square, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Lawrence E Will Museum Presents: Art Show of the Arts Featuring Lester Finney
The Lawrence E. Will Museum is hosting 'Art Show of the Arts Featuring Lester Finney'. A live performance by students of the Glades will also be showcased.
WHEN: Saturday, April 1, 2023 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lawrence E. Will Museum, 530 S. Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Take Stock in Children Mentor Orientation Sessions
Do you want to make a difference in the life of an underserved student who wants to attend college? MENTOR, for Take Stock in Children and BE THE CHANGE! Our program accepts students 6-9 grade and provides resources, including mentors, college readiness coaches, and advocacy. Upon high school graduation and completing our program, our students earn a two-year college scholarship. We are currently accepting students in the Glades and Pahokee Regions.
WHEN: Monday, April 3, 5, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. (April 3), 5:30 p.m. (April 5)
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Community Fitness Event by Healthier Glades
Join us for a fun evening of fitness and fellowship on the exercise circuit at Glades Pioneer Park. Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation & Healthier Glades will be offering a FREE community fitness session on March 23, 2023 to demonstrate the fitness zone and how to utilize each piece of equipment.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Glades Pioneer Park, 866 SW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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MCA Fishing 21 Team Tournament
Participate in the MCA Fishing 21 Team Tournament at Torry Island!
WHEN: Thursday, April 6, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Torry Island, Belle Glade
Click here to learn more
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School Dress Code & Self-Advocacy for Girls
A zoom panel for girls will take place on
WHEN: Wednesday, April 26, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Youth Summit: The Best of Me & We
The Youth Summit of Palm Beach County will be held at Palm Beach Central High School and is free to middle and high school students. Community service hours available. Register for a day of fun, food, prizes, music and entertainment, plus a dance competition and education.
WHEN: Saturday, April 29, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach Central High School, 8499 W Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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Responding to Girls' Mental Health for PBC Parents
Hear from local experts and recognize the signs of mental health concerns.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Third Annual Jazz on the Muck Music Festival
Thrive For a Change of the Palm Beaches, Inc. presents the Third Annual Jazz on the Muck Music Festival.
WHEN: Friday, May 26-28, 2023
WHERE: Torry Island Campground and Marina, 5000 W Canal St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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City of South Bay Parks and Rec Summer Camp
The city of South Bay Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a summer camp from June 6 through July 27 at Tanner Park.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 6 - July 27, 2023
WHERE: Tanner Park, 105 W Palm Beach Rd, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Dress for Success Provides Services in Belle Glade
Dress for Success Palm Beaches is in Belle Glade to help women with: resume writing, interviewing skills, internet job searches, and dressing for the interview and the job. All services are free.
CONTACT: For an appointment call 561-983-8179
Click here to learn more (Belle Glade services)
Click here to learn more (Dress for Success services)
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Summer Camp Scholarship Program for PBC Residents
The Summer Camp Scholarship Program provides full-tuition and fees for summer camp for children residing in families with income at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. It allows parents to work with the knowledge that their children are safe. It gives children educational and recreational opportunities for growth. Parents may choose from participating camps in Palm Beach County.
Deadline for application
WHEN: Friday, April 14, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (flyer)
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Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies April 2023 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 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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AACY 2023 Virtual Caregiving Youth Institute Conference
Join AACY and the Caregiving Youth Institute for its annual conference featuring experts in research, programs, and policies for caregiving youth.
WHEN: Monday, April 17, 2023 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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2023 Swim Lesson Registration Dates
Free lessons are funded by the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners, the Drowning Prevention Coalition of PBC, and the Children's Services Council of PBC.
WHEN: Saturday, June 3, 17, July 8, 22, 2023
WHERE: Pioneer Park Aquatic Complex, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Bridges at Pahokee Currently Enrolling New Pregnant Moms
Bridges at Pahokee currently enrolling new pregnant moms. An incentive for new moms is provided after enrollment.
CONTACT: Jacqueline Esparza, 561-685-6334
WHERE: 170 S. Barfield Highway, Suite 102, Pahokee, FL 33476
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 (English)
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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Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce Newsletter
The Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce provides an update in its latest newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County BCC Briefs - March 14, 2023
At the March 14, 2023, Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board took the following action on the regular agenda - click to read more.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, March 23, 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, March 20, 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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Early Childhood and Afterschool Job Fair
More than 35 employers, including child care centers, public and private schools, and recreation centers, will recruit for more than 175 positions at the Early Childhood & Afterschool Job Fair, Tuesday, March 28, from 2 to 6 p.m., at Palm Beach State College’s Public Safety Conference Center, room PSD 108, on the Lake Worth campus, 4200 Congress Ave.
WHEN: Saturday, April 1, 2023 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach State College’s Public Safety Conference Center, room PSD 108, Lake Worth campus, 4200 Congress Ave, Lake Worth
Click here to learn more
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Spring Festival - Family Festival
Enjoy a Spring Family Festival with food trucks, music, bounce houses, health and immigration services, and more!
WHEN: Saturday, April 1, 2023 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: 1427 S. Congress Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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League of Women Voters of PBC Annual Meeting
All members are invited to join our Annual Meeting at one of Palm Beach County’s finest jewels, Mounts Botanical Gardens. We will celebrate the achievements of the past year, plan for the next, and enjoy reconnecting with friends over lunch and an optional tour of the Gardens.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical Garden (Hutcheson Complex Exhibit Hall), 559 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Click here to learn more
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A Taste of the League, Presented by the League of Women Voters
Attend a Taste of the League event, presented by the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County. Meet the issue group leaders and learn about League programs.
WHEN: Saturday, April 29, 2023 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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NEW Job Opportunities - Come Join our Team!
Looking for meaningful work making a difference? Come see the career opportunities at The Glades Initiative, Inc.! We are accepting applicants for the following position:
Food Program Coordinator
Interested applicants can email pdf attachments of their resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the Subject line: Food Coordinator-“Your NAME”
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Congrats to our Board Member! Smith-Gordon Law Receives Prestigious 2023 Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Diversity in the Workplace Award
The Glades Initiative proudly congratulates our board member! The Law Office of Salesia V. Smith Gordon is the proud recipient of the Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Diversity Award at the Justice Barbara Pariente Judicial Reception presented by the Palm Beach County Chapter of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers (FAWL).
Click here to learn more
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501c News - News from Nonprofits First
Read the latest edition of 501c News, from Nonprofits First.
Click here to learn more
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United Way of PBC RFA Funding in Special Needs
United Way of Palm Beach County’s Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Request for Applications (RFA) to implement its funding strategies in the Special Needs area. To access the RFA and the application for Special Needs, visit www.unitedwaypbc.org. Click on the Community Impact 2023 Request for Applications banner on the homepage.
Deadline
WHEN: Friday, April 14, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
Click here to learn more
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PBC Water Utilities Dept Glades 2023 Outreach Event
Preview upcoming capital improvement projects, and more at the Glades 2023 Outreach Event by the Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department.
WHEN: Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Torry Island (Lomax Harrelle Pavilion), Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Solid Waste Authority of PBC Looking for 15 Middle School Ambassadors
The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County is looking for 15 (fifteen) Middle School students to participate in our 2023 4R Ambassadors Summer Program scheduled for Monday, June 5, through Friday, June 9, 2023 (I’ve attached to this email a copy of our 2023 SWA 4R Ambassador Summer Program Application).
Click here to learn more
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Spring Egg Hunt at Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center
The community is invited to a Spring Egg Hunt at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center. Competitions with prizes, egg hunt and dancing, game stations, and more! Deadline to register is March 31 - minimum of 10 families needed to hold event.
WHEN: Thursday, April 6, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. - 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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EveryParent: 15 Fun Things to do This Spring Break
Parents! This Spring Break week, there are plenty of adventures to explore in your own back yard! We've gathered 15 fun, family-friendly things to do this week in Palm Beach County. Whether it's splashing around at a local waterpark, channeling your inner Picassos at an art museum, or learning about wildlife habitats at the local zoo, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Click here to learn more
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Palm Tran and PBC School District Feasibility Study
Palm Tran is conducting a feasibility study to better understand the options for how public transit and student transportation services for older (middle and/or high school) students could be coordinated, along with corresponding policy, regulatory, and financial implications.
Click here to learn more
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Birth to 22 United for Brighter Futures Newsletter
Birth to 22 seventh annual stakeholder task force meeting virtually titled Reimagine & Create Pathways to Success.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County March 2023 Newsletter
March and April will be very busy months for the League. Among the happenings: Our annual meeting, the Florida legislative session, Vote By Mail renewals, and more.
Click here to learn more
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Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Quarterly Workshop: What's so Bad about Mommy Brain
The term “Mommy Brain” is most often used in a derogatory way to describe how forgetful
a new parent might be after the birth of their baby. In this presentation, attendees will learn about how the maternal brain changes - both in structure and function - to support the newborn, especially in the 4th Trimester (first 12 weeks postpartum).
WHEN: Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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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