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~~~ This Week ~~~
Mon, March 28 - Operation Green Light by the Palm Beach Clerk
Tue, March 29, 2:00 pm - League of Women Voters Present: Critical Aspects of the Gun Crisis: Zoom
Tue, March 29, 3:00 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice Hours, The Glades Initiative, BG
Tue, March 29, 5:30 pm - Birth to 22 Virtual Community Conversations: Online
Wed, March 30, 8:30 am - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice Hours, The Glades Initiative, BG
Wed, March 30, 8:30 am - Free HIV and HCV Testing at The Glades Initiative, BG
Wed, March 30, 6:00 pm - SCORE PBC Presents: iThink, How the SBA Can Help You: Zoom
Thu, March 31, 2:00 pm - Request for Proposals for Food Pantry Grant Information Session: Online
Fri, April 1, 2:00 pm - FREE Drive-Thru Food Distribution, Belle Glade
Sat, April 2 - Black Gold Jubilee Returns to Belle Glade, Torry Island
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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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License Suspended? Clerk's Office Helps You Get Back on the Road with Operation Green Light
The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Palm Beach County, will hold its annual Operation Green Light event March 28 through April 1. Operation Green Light puts the brakes on collection agency fees to help drivers with unpaid traffic tickets and overdue court fines get back on the road. The office will waive collection agency fees for anyone who pays their overdue fines in full, giving people whose driver licenses have been suspended because of unpaid fines the opportunity to save money and restore their driving privileges.
WHEN: Monday, March 28 - April 1, 2022
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League of Women Voters Present: The Critical Aspects of the Gun Crisis in Florida and the United States
Tom Gabor is a League member and an internationally recognized criminologist and sociologist whose presentations make the gun crisis understood and provide actions to take.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 29, 2022 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: ZOOM
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Birth to 22 Virtual Community Conversations
Opportunity for PBC teens and adults to learn about the accomplishments and challenges happening in our community, and to provide feedback!
WHEN: Tuesday, March 29, and April 4, 2022 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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SCORE PBC Presents: iThink, How the SBA Can Help You
From SCORE PBC: "Hosted by our platinum sponsor iThink Financial, join us for a unique opportunity to learn the basics of business from an industry professional."
WHEN: Wednesday, March 30, 2022 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: ZOOM
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Grant Opportunity: Request for Proposals for Food Pantries
The American Heart Association has released an RFP for pantry sites who are looking to increase access to healthy foods in Palm Beach County. Please share this opportunity with the pantries you may know of that are looking to expand client, volunteer, and employee education on healthy foods and the link to chronic conditions, and expand overall offerings of healthier items for the communities that they serve.
Information session
WHEN: Thursday, March 31, 2022 | 2:00 p.m.
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FREE Drive-Thru Food Distribution on Fridays in Belle Glade by Federation of Families
Federation of Families is hosting "A Family Weekend Backpack Meals of Hope" drive-thru food distribution on Fridays at 2 p.m. at the Okeechobee Center-Bewell Gathering Place in Belle Glade.
WHEN: Friday, April 1, 2022 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Bewell Gathering Place, 19 Everglades Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Veree Jenkins at 561-518-7997 or email at veree@flfamilies.net
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Black Gold Jubilee Returns to Belle Glade
This year the Jubilee is scheduled on April 2nd and will be preceded by multiple events including the Children's Fishing Contest, Night Time Golfing Tournament, the Little Miss Black Gold Pageant, and the Harvest Queen Pageant.
WHEN: Saturday, April 2, 2022
WHERE: Torry Island Campground, 5000 W Canal St N, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Scholarship Opportunity: Apply for the Anquan and Dionne Boldin Scholarship
On an annual basis, The Anquan and Dionne Boldin Scholarship Foundation awards four $10,000 scholarships over the course of four years to high school graduates. In addition to the financial need, each student must demonstrate academic excellence and show leadership in their community. The deadline to apply is April 15.
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FWBC Presents: QuickBooks Online, a Live Master Course
Learn how to properly prepare and manage your businesses' finances from start to finish. This free 8-week course will walk you through best practices related to the setup and customization of QuickBooks Online. Presented by Florida Women's Business Center.
WHEN: Every Thursday, April 7 - May 26, 2022 | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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Belle Glade Library Presents Programs in June
Each month the Belle Glade Library offers children and teens of the community a wide range of programs from storytimes, to crafts and even STEM-based activities.
Brent Gregory
Brent Gregory is an award-winning Magician specializing in family entertainment. Interactive magic shows, loaded with comedy and mind-blowing magic. The audience becomes the STARS of the show!
WHEN: Thursday, June 16, 2022 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Mad Science of Palm Beach - Amazing Ocean Show
Children will dive into the science of sea life as they learn about the many amazing creatures that call the ocean their home. They'll learn how different ocean animals have adapted to move through the water and see how sharks and whales measure up. We explore the amazing diversity of marine life from microscopic plankton to enormous whales, from coral reefs to deep-sea trenches!
WHEN: Thursday, June 16, 2022 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to call or email Christina Casseus, CasseusC@pbclibrary.org, or 561-992-1116
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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
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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Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Assistance Available to PBC Residents
Palm Beach County’s Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) announces
the availability of American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) Owner Occupied Housing
Rehabilitation assistance funds. Funding will assist income eligible homeowners, residing in the unincorporated area of Palm Beach County.
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Mandel Library Hosts Events for the Public in April
Online programs for the month of April by the Mandel Library in West Palm Beach, open to all.
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The Friday 5: News from PBC School District, March 25, 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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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, March 23, 2022
Inside PBC News now weekly! Still time to do Taxes Filed for Free. March events, and more in this issue of Count-e-News.
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Chamber Chatter - News from Belle Glade Chamber
Find out what the Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce is working on by reading their latest newsletter.
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McKinlay Memo: March 25, 2022
Commissioner Melissa McKinlay (PBC District 6) shares news from her office.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, March 28, 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.
Other Areas
Behavioral Health Services
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Nehemiah Action Assembly
PEACE (People Engaged in Active Community Efforts), hosts its annual Nehemiah Action Assembly where they call together people to do justice.
WHEN: Monday, March 28, 2022 | 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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Empower 22 - Annual Conference for Parents and Teachers
Calling all Palm Beach County parents, caregivers and child care providers! You're invited to join ELCPBC at our annual parent and teacher conference. Enhance your early learning education knowledge by attending Empower'22.
WHEN: Saturday, May 14, 2022 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Keiser U Flagship, 2600 North Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Free HIV and HCV Testing by Foundcare at The Glades Initiative
Free HIV and HCV testing will be available to residents every Wednesday, starting Feb 23. Services are offered through Foundcare. Services will be offered in the back of the building near the food pantry entrance.
WHEN: Wednesdays | 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Coalition for Independent Living Options Presents: Victim Rights Week Virtual Speak Event
Attend this free webinar presented by the Coalition for Independent Living Options.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 26, 2022 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
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West County Senior Center and Congregate Meal Program Reopening
The West County Senior Center as well as the Congregate Meal Program will be opening on Monday, April 4, 2022. The Senior Center’s Congregate Meal Program will be serving breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday (except for Palm Beach County holidays.)
WHEN: Monday, April 4, 2022
WHERE: West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road 15, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Several Public COVID Testing Sites Closed
Due to low utilization of testing sites and some federal funding being reallocated, testing sites
operated by CDR-McGuire have closed. This includes sites in Palm Beach County; FAU Tech
Runway, Caloosa Park, Gaines Park, Gardens Branch - PBC Libraries, Mid County Senior Center and the South County Civic Center. In addition, the FDOH Lake Worth Health Center on Southwinds Drive has also closed.
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East Coast Migrant Head Start Project Recruitment
East Coast Migrant Head Start Belle Glade Campus is recruiting migrant seasonal families with children form 6 weeks of age to 6 years old.
WHERE: 2050 Duda Rd, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Learn About West Tech's Summer Course Offerings
West Technical Education has a slate of summer course offerings. Learn all about each one by clicking on the links below!
Click here to learn more (Adult General Education)
Click here to learn more (Adult General Education Spanish)
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MLK Drum Major for Justice Advocacy Competition for PBC High School Juniors and Seniors
The National Bar Association is hosting its annual MLK Drum Major for Justice Advocacy Contest and the Cunningham Bar has agreed to be a regional participant to receive and evaluate essays for Palm Beach County. The essay contest is open to current high school juniors and seniors. Essays are due to the Cunningham Bar by April 1, 2022.
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Scholarship Search through the PBC School District
Looking for money to pay for school? This tool matches you to scholarship money. This is a free scholarship matching service provided by the School District of Palm Beach County.
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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, April 5, 2022 | 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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Taxes Filed Free at BG Library if You Earned Less than $68,000 in 2021
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who generally make $68,000 or less, persons with disabilities, the elderly and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns.
WHEN: Thursdays, Feb 24 - April 14, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 726 NW 4th, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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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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