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~~~ This Week ~~~  
  
                     
Tue, Nov 27   All Day         Support The Glades Initiative on #GivingTuesday
Tue, Nov 27  10:00 am      Free Self Defense Class, The Glades Initiative, Belle Glade
Tue, Nov 27  4:00 pm        PBSC Vocational Info Sessions, PBSC, Belle Glade
Thu, Nov 29  All Day         Glades Region Teacher Interview Day, Belle Glade
Thu, Nov 29  4:30 pm        Holiday Home Safety , BRIDGES at Belle Glade
Thu, Nov 29  5:30 pm        Superintendent Listening Tour, Glades Central, Belle Glade
Thu, Nov 29  6:30 pm        Parents and Families Community Gathering, West Tech, Belle Glade
Sun, Nov 30  3:00 pm        Living Christmas Tree and Festival of Trees, Dolly Hand, Belle Glade
Glades Area
Support The Glades Initiative on #Giving Tuesday! GIVING

#GivingTuesday harnesses the collective power of a unique blend of partners to transform how people think about, talk about and participate in the giving season. It inspires people to take collective action to improve their communities, give back in better, smarter ways to the charities and causes they believe in, and help create a better world. 

The Glades Initiative works hard to connect people to critical services and advocates on behalf of our residents for the betterment of our community. We seek to keep our community healthy, fed, engaged, informed and connected. Be a supporter of worthwhile local nonprofits this holiday season -- consider making a donation to support vital programs at The Glades Initiative for #GivingTuesday! 

Giving Tuesday
WHEN:Thursday, November 29, 2018 
 
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Free Self Defense Class - The Glades Initiative SELFDEFENSE

Join us for a free Jiu-Jitsu and Kenpo-based self-defense class. This program provides the lesson "finesse over force" to enable even the weakest students to disorient a stronger assailant. Classes will consist of two sessions. 

WHEN:Tuesday, November 27 & 30, 2018 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: Call or email Jose at [email protected] to save your spot

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PBSC Adult Vocational Program Info Sessions INFOSESSION

From PBSC: " Palm Beach State College will be holding Adult Vocational monthly Info-sessions. The monthly sessions will be held on the last Tuesday of each month.  The Glades community is invited to hear about our Welding, Diesel Mechanic, Cosmetology, Barbering, Nails and Facials programs. We'll have representatives from Advising, Registrar, Financial Aid departments and Career Source.  In addition, we will arrange tours of the Welding, Diesel Mechanic, Cosmetology shops.  This is a great opportunity to get your questions answered and jump start your future."
 
WHEN:Tuesday, November 27, 2018 | 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
WHERE:  Palm Beach State College, Room TEC128, 1977 SW College Dr, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO:  For more information, contact Doug Brown 561-993-1143, or Gloria McAllister 561-993-1175
 
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Glades Region Teacher Interview Day TEACHERINTERVIEW

Those interested in teaching in the Glades are invited to participate in an upcoming Glades Region Teacher Interview Day. Request an interview today. 
 
WHEN:Thursday, November 29, 2018
WHERE:  Glades Region Office, 2625 NW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO:  For more information, call 561-357-7638
 
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Holiday Home Safety With SafeKids PBC & BRIDGES SAFEKIDS

As the holidays approach, BRIDGES at Belle Glade wants to make sure children are safe while enjoying family and friends. Join BRIDGES for holiday home safety tips and advice.
 
WHEN:
Thursday, November 29, 2018 | 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
WHERE:  BRIDGES at Belle Glade, 33 W Ave A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, please call 561-992-8210
PBC Superintendent of Schools Listening Tour SUPERINTENDENT

Meet Superintendent Donald E. Fennoy II, Ed.D. and hear his vision for Palm Beach County public schools. Spanish and Haitian Creole interpreters will be made available. 
 
WHEN:
Thursday, November 29, 2018 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE:  Glades Central Community High School, 1001 SW Ave M, Belle Glade, FL 33430
 
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College and Trade Training Info at West Tech COMMUNITYGATHERING

Learn about resources and support available for helping your student complete a college degree, certification, or trade training. Free food and beverages will be provided. 
  • FAFSA Application tips and information
  • TRiO Program Support
  • Local FREE Trade Programs
  • School District of PBC updates and information
WHEN:
Thursday, November 29, 2018 | 6:30 p.m.
WHERE:  West Technical Education Center, 2625 State Hwy 715, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: To RSVP please email [email protected]
 
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Living Christmas Tree and Festival of Trees at DHCAC LIVINGTREE

The Young Singers of the Palm Beaches' Choir in the Glades will join with the adult choir to present, "30 Years of Favorites", under the direction of Carol Schmidt and accompanied by Karen Carbin-Wheeler. Bring your family to share in the joys of the season in this traditional Glades holiday classic!  Prior to the show, enjoy 22 beautifully decorated trees and wreaths in the Dolly Hand's 13th Annual Festival of Trees!
 
WHEN:Sunday, December 3, 2018 | 3:00 p.m.
WHERE:  Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO:  Call the box office at 561-993-1160
COST: $5
 
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Community Foundation Grant Seeker Sessions at The Glades Initiative Office

The Community Investment team at Community Foundation has scheduled presentations throughout the community about its new focus areas and new grant process.
 
WHEN:Friday, December 7, 2018 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE:  The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Ave C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
 
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Norton Museum Presents Community Art Talks NORTON

The Norton Museum of Art is undergoing a major expansion that opens next February. Learn about upcoming exhibitions and new community programs while enjoying an art project with museum staff. 
 
WHEN:Saturday, December 15, 2018 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE:  Loula V York Branch Library, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT INFO:  For more information call 561-924-5928

WHEN:Saturday, December 15, 2018 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information call 561-996-3453
 
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Glades Area Libraries December Activities

Read about all of the upcoming events planned for the Glades Area Branch Libraries in December.   

Click here to see all Glades area library activities for the month
Emergency Food and Shelter Funds For Agencies

From the United Way of Palm Beach County: For those of you interested in applying for Emergency Food and Shelter Program funds: Our Local EFSP Board recently announced that Phase 36 applications will be made available starting Monday, November 26, 2018, at www.unitedwaypbc.org under "Get Help - Nonprofit Resources".

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SCORE Business Workshops

 

SCORE provides valuable information and hosts workshops for small businesses. 

 

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Housing Leadership Council of PBC Newsletter

 

Learn about the Housing Leadership Council of Palm Beach County's news and events!

 

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CSC: Monday Morning Update, November 26, 2018

 

Children's Services Council's weekly news and information bulletin. 

 

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Job Opportunities

In the Glades
 

  • 28 Positions Open
Other Areas
Urban League 2018 Annual Meeting

The Urban League of Palm Beach County invites you to their 2018 Annual Meeting.  

WHEN: Tuesday, November 27, 2018 | 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. (board meeting), 8:50 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. (general meeting)
WHERE: Urban League of Palm Beach County,1700 N. Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
CONTACT INFO: For more information, please contact Soulan Johnson
561-833-1461 ext. 3002 or [email protected]

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Working with Child Abuse Victims

Jay Howell, Esquire, will discuss issues of privilege versus confidentiality as it pertains to child interviews. Who is protected by statute? Who is at-risk of being called to testify? He will highlight the issues faced by interviewers, the challenges, and a brief overview of the report that was generated from their finding. 

WHEN: Tuesday, November 27, 2018 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Jupiter Community Center, 200 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458
CONTACT INFO: To register, please visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SSNXKD6, or contact Brandy Macaluso, [email protected], or 561-966-4288 ext. 118

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Legal and Tax Implications of Starting a Business

This workshop will show you how to set up your business the right way, minimize taxes and personal liability, and protect your hard earned assets.

WHEN: Tuesday, November 27, 2018 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Office Depot, 2627 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
CONTACT INFO: Larry Ornstein, Palm Beach SCORE, [email protected]

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Business Women's Round Table

Jay Howell, Esquire, will discuss issues of privilege versus confidentiality as it pertains to child interviews. Who is protected by statute? Who is at-risk of being called to testify? He will highlight the issues faced by interviewers, the challenges, and a brief overview of the report that was generated from their finding. 

WHEN: Friday, November 30, 2018 | 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
WHERE: SCORE Small Business Learning Center, 7999 N Federal Highway, Suite 201, Boca Raton, FL 33487
CONTACT INFO: For more information call 561-981-5180 or visit www.southpalmbeach.score.org
COST: Free

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Save the Date: Race to Equity Summit

My Brother's Keeper, in partnership with Birth to 22 United for Brighter Futures, the Race to Equity Summit will convene for in-depth days of learning, inquiry and problem-solving about how best as community we can face, embrace and lead with racial equity. 

WHEN: Wednesday, February 20 & 21, 2018
WHERE: West Palm Beach, FL
CONTACT INFO: For questions, please contact 561-242-5713

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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
Celtic Angels Christmas at Dolly Hand Center

Celtic Angels Christmas captivates audiences of all ages with the magic of Christmas in an awe-inspiring show which encompasses vocal and instrumental seasonal and Irish favorites along with spectacular world class champion Irish dancing.
 
WHEN: Thursday, December 6, 2018 | 7:00 p.m.
WHERE:  Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center,1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO:  For tickets, call the box office at 561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org (service charges apply)
 
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Home Health Aide Open House at West Tech

West Tech announces a Medical Sciences Home Health Aide Open House. Registration opens in December. Students have the option of attending a 12-week day program (Monday-Friday) or a 15-week evening program (Monday-Thursday). The cost is $755 which includes books, uniforms, and other materials needed for the program.
 
WHEN: Wednesday, December 12, 2018 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE:   West Technical Education Center,  2625 Northwest 16th Street,  Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO:  For more information contact Cosha Jackson at 561-992-2109 ext. 42109, or c[email protected]
 
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Click here to learn more about the Home Health Aide Program
Epilepsy Florida Navigation Services - Phone Assistance is Available

Open Enrollment runs from November 1st  through December 15th , with only a few short weeks left for consumers to enroll. Unfortunately, due to budget cuts, Epilepsy Florida is unable to provide in-person assistance in the Belle Glade area during this enrollment period.  Consumers are urged to make an appointment with a Navigator at one of our locations in the Palm Beach area by calling 1-877-553-7453. Phone assistance is available to consumers who are unable to travel to Palm Beach but must be requested at the time of scheduling via our call center (877-553-7453).

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Grant Opportunity: Allegany Franciscan Ministries

"Allegany Franciscan Ministries is pleased to announce the release of the Letter of Intent (LOI) for our 2019 Major Grants. Grant seekers may now review important information about the process on the Major Grants web page. LOIs may be submitted anytime between now and the January 17, 2019 deadline."

Deadline for applying
WHEN: Thursday, January 17, 2019

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Scholarship Opportunity: PC Professor Scholarship

From PC Professor: "If you know someone who is unemployed (or under-employed) and lives in Broward, Palm Beach, Martin or Port St. Lucie County, Florida, please have them contact us soon! We are eager to help provide in-demand, high-tech career training to those committed to obtaining work immediately after graduation. For those who qualify, ALL expenses and services will be covered including tuition, books, registration fees, job placement assistance, phone support, lab time & certification vouchers -- with ZERO out-of-pocket costs."

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Grant Opportunity: Video Production for Nonprofits

 

The organization "Eyes On Your Mission" provides an annual grant for free video production for nonprofit organizations. This grant opportunity opens in February, 2019. 

 

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Tax Talk with PBC Tax Collector

 

Read the latest issue of Tax Talk with Anne Gannon, Palm Beach County's Constitutional Tax Collector. 

 

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LWV Palm Beach County News

 

The League of Women Voters shares news of upcoming events. 

 

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CSC: Monday Morning Update, November 19, 2018

 

Children's Services Council's weekly news and information bulletin. 

 

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Job Opportunities

In the Glades
 

Community Partners
  • Targeted Case Manager
  • School Based Mental/Behavioral Health Therapist
  • Child Watch Provider
  • 28 Positions Open
Other Areas

  • Director of Development
  • Special Events Coordinator
  • Pediatric Outreach Specialist
Previous Postings - Other Areas
Computer and Career Classes at Mandel Public Library

The Mandel Public Library in West Palm Beach announces its December 2018 Computer and Career Classes.   

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2018 Reignite Florida Leadership Summit

The 2018 "Reignite Florida" Leadership Summit is expected to attract 200+ business owners and professionals from all over the state - all who will benefit from the Summit's mission to "Reignite" a passion in leaders that will lead to personal and professional growth, resulting in a new level of Excellence.

WHEN: Saturday, December 15, 2018 | 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
WHERE:  Riviera Beach Marina Event Center,  200 East 13th Street,  Riviera Beach, FL 33404
CONTACT INFO: For more information, please call (561) 574-6378 or via email at [email protected]

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Nonprofits First: Mix, Mingle, and Member Network

From Nonprofits First: "Please be our guest for a member networking event at Guardians Credit Union. Explore the brand new West Palm Beach facility, learn something new about their services, and catch up with your peers in the sector. This is a members-only exclusive event; please feel free to bring members of your team."

WHEN: Thursday, January 24, 2018 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Guardians Credit Union, 3469 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
CONTACT INFO: Contact Charlotte at 561-910-3891 or [email protected]

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Posting Information: eBlast and Volunteers
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. Advertise

*If you want to submit a posting please email us at [email protected]
or (561) 996-3310
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If you would like to submit your volunteer opportunities on our site below, please email us at [email protected]

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for additional activities scheduled in
the Glades area
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SOLICITATIONS UNDER THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES REGISTRATION #CH16445 BENEFIT THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THE GLADES INITIATIVE, INC. INFORMATION ABOUT THE GLADES INITIATIVE IS AVAILABLE AT (561) 996-3310, OR AT www.gladesinitiative.org 'A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES AT WWW.FLORIDACONSUMERHELP.COM OR BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.' The Glades Initiative, Inc. a not for profit tax exempt organization receives 100% of each contribution.

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