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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, Oct 25, 9:30 am - Divas in the Trucking Industry Event, West Tech, BG
Tue, Oct 25, 3:00 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open
Wed, Oct 26, 8:30 - 11 am & 2:00 - 4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open
Wed, Oct 26, 2:00 pm - Nonprofits First Presents: COVID-19 Relief Funds Available: Online
Wed, Oct 26, 4:30 pm - Teenie Halloweenie at South Bay Library
Wed, Oct 26, 6:00 pm - SCORE PBC Presents: iThink, Branding Yourself Through Social Media
Thu, Oct 27, 8:30 am - Car Seats in the Glades
Mon, Oct 31, 4:00 pm - October Fest in the City of Belle Glade
Tue, Nov 1, 8:00 am - Florida Community Centers Opening, BG
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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)
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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Divas in the Trucking Industry Event at West Tech
Divas in the Trucking Industry are presenting an event at West Tech. Among the topics to be discussed are: help clients to understand. the industry, identify profitability, and more!
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct 25, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: West Technical Education Center, 2625 NW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Nonprofits First Presents: COVID-19 Relief Funds Still Available
This workshop will help bring clarity to a confusing topic and dispel the myths surrounding the Employee Retention Tax Credit. Learn how to determine qualified wages and how to claim the funds.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 26, 2022 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
Click here to learn more
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Teenie Halloweenie at South Bay Library
The entire family is invited to join. us for a fun-filled evening. of food, games, candy, and treats.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 26, 2022 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: South Bay Branch Library, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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SCORE PBC Presents: iThink, Branding Yourself Through Social Media
Learn the activities every nonprofit founder should be engaged in during their first 12
months after becoming tax-exempt!
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 26, 2022 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
Click here to learn more
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Car Seats in the Glades
Call to obtain a car seat in the Glades.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 27, 2022 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
CONTACT: Call 561-389-2734 to schedule your appointment
Click here to learn more
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October Fest in the City of Belle Glade
October Fest returns to the City of Belle Glade. Haunted house, costume contest, and much more - fun for the entire family.
WHEN: Monday, Oct 31, 2022 | 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
WHERE: Towne Square, Corner of Main and MLK in Belle Glade
Click here to learn more
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OPENING RESCHEDULED: Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. Location in Belle Glade
Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. will be opening a location in Belle Glade providing high-quality, primary, and specialty care for children, adolescents, and adults.
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 1, 2022 | 8:00 a.m.
WHERE: 941 SE 1st St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-518-7001
Click here to learn more (English, Spanish, Haitian Creole)
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Legal Aid Society Presents: Community ID Event in Belle Glade
Do You Need A Valid Photo ID? 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 as a tool by law enforcement, city agencies, health centers, schools, and businesses to better identify, serve, and protect you.
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 2, 2022 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Public Library, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Call for an APPOINTMENT or more information, 561-822-9740
Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (BG event)
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Open Enrollment Community Engagement Virtual Event
Join for a Community Engagement Virtual Event to learn about coverage options offered by Ambetter from Sunshine Health.
WHEN: Thursday, Nov 3, 2022 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Healthy Eating, Healthy Living Expo & Resource Fair
FREE SERVICES and SUPPLIES: Diabetes A1c, Brain Health, and Hypertension Screenings, Vendor Information and Resources, and a Healthy Eating Presentation. A Tasty and Healthy lunch will also be served starting at 10:30 AM. The First 25 Participants to complete their diabetes screening and/or Brain Health screening, will receive a $25 gift card!
WHEN: Saturday, Nov 5, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Highway, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Veteran's Day BBQ in Belle Glade
You are invited to a Veteran's Day BBQ in Belle Glade. There will be food and raffles.
WHEN: Saturday, Nov 5, 2022 | 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: American Legion Everglades Post 20, 101 SE Ave D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-6444
Click here to learn more
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RCMA Belle Glade CDC is Currently Recruiting Children Ages 0-5 Years Old
Attention families who work in agriculture. Do you have an infant or toddler that needs daycare services from infant to 3 years old? Do you have children ages, 3-5 years old? RCMA Belle Glade CDC can help prepare your child for school success. Hours are from 7 am-5:30 pm.
WHERE: RCMA Belle Glade CDC 20 Carver Street Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Maria, Griselda, Wilmide (561) 992-2060 Lic # 50-51-01136
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)
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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Abbott Issues Recall of Certain Ready-to-Feed Formulas
Abbott has issued a press release voluntarily recalling certain lots of 2 fluid ounce/59 milliliter bottles of Ready-to-Feed (RTF) liquid formula products. For a list of products and lot numbers included in the recall, click here or call 1-800-986- 8540.
Click here to learn more
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501c News: News From Nonprofits First
Nonprofits First provides an update - learn more by reading 501c News!
Click here to learn more
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Board of County Commissioners Briefs for Oct. 18, 2022
The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board took action on a number of items during the Oct. 18, 2022 meeting.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Oct 20, 2022
Inside PBC News: If you’re job hunting or looking for your next career move, learn how CareerSource PBC can help. October is National Family History Month. Palm Beach International Airport has more nonstop flights coming ... and going. Check out our Halloween events ... For all of this and more, visit PBCGOV.com.
Click here to learn more
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Tax Talk with Anne Gannon
From Anne Gannon, Constitutional Tax Collector for PBC: "The 2022 tax season is here and my staff is ready to support you during this busy time of the year. Once you receive your tax bill, I encourage you to use our convenient online payment process by visiting www.pbctax.com. And don’t forget to pay early to take advantage of the discounts offered. Paying your property taxes by November 30 will result in a 4% discount – the maximum
discount offered!"
Click here to learn more
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PBC Clerk of the Court Report - Order Certified Copies Online
Purchase electronic certified copies of court judgments, deeds, liens, marriage licenses, mortgages, notices of commencement and other Palm Beach County Official Records.
Click here to learn more
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PBC Commissioner Melissa McKinlay Memo: Oct 21, 2022
Commissioner Melissa McKinlay (PBC District 6) shares news from her office.
Click here to learn more
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Oct 24, 2022
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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Dress for Success Presents Road to Success
Road to Success is a FREE 4-week series of career-focused sessions (valued at over $5000) for women designed to enhance your professional development now available virtually or in person. Whether you are underemployed or seeking employment, this program is designed to help you create and implement a vision of YOUR ideal future.
WHEN: Monday, Oct 10-Nov 3, 2022 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Dress for Success Boutique or Via ZOOM, 2459 S Congress Avenue, Suite 204, Palm Springs, FL 33406
Click here to learn more
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Attend Palm Beach Dramaworks for Free
Palm Beach Dramaworks invites you to be their guest at '4000 Miles' on Friday, October 28th, 2022 at 8:00 pm. We have seats waiting for you! Please call the box office to use your
complimentary pair of tickets.
WHEN: Friday, Oct 28, 2022 | 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach Dramaworks, 201 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Click here to learn more
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Resource & Referral Portal Launch
Enhancing Our Coordinated Entry System Community Services Department is excited to share with the community our latest enhancement to Palm Beach County’s Coordinated Entry System. The new Resource & Referral Portal will provide access to community resources and allow agency-to-agency referrals.
WHEN: Thursday, Nov 3, 2022 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Westgate Rec Center, 3691 Oswego Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Click here to learn more
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Securing Our Future Economic Mobility Summit Rescheduled to Dec 5, 2022
On Dec. 5, 2022, the Palm Beach County Citizens Advisory Committee and the Birth to 22 Alliance will host the Securing Our Future Economic Mobility Summit at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, 33401, from 9 am to 4 p.m. Government, nonprofit, foundation and business leaders are invited to attend this event.
WHEN: Monday, Dec 5, 2022 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, 33401
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:
Community Resource Educator - (bilingual required English/Spanish or English /Haitian Creole)
TO APPLY: Send an email resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the word Navigator-“Your name” in the subject line of the email.
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Ribbon Cutting for LifeTrans Ambulances
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the launch of LifeTrans ground ambulances.
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 10, 2022 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center, 29100 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Notice of funding Availability - Impact Fee Affordable Housing Assistance Program
Palm Beach County Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) has announced the availability of $1,353,370 in Impact Fee Affordable Housing Assistance Program (IFAHAP) funding from Fiscal Year 2022.
Click here to learn more
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Habitat for Humanity to Provide Home Repair Work in the Glades
Are you tired of living in unsafe, unhealthy conditions? Do you need home repairs? Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County is now working in the Glades to help lower-income homeowners with home repairs. You may be eligible to partner with Habitat for Humanity to complete your repairs at a reduced cost.
CONTACT: Call 561-366-2645 to learn more
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Home Preservation Programs)
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Florida KidCare Available for Residents
Florida children from birth through the end of age 18 rely on Florida KidCare for the head-to-toe coverage they need. It’s not just about the numbers, it’s about the real people whose lives are made better through access to quality, affordable, child-centered health insurance.
CONTACT: For more information, visit the Florida KidCare website at https://www.healthykids.org/
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters of PBC: Midterm Elections Edition
Read the latest edition of the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County's newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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PBC Utilities: Stay Protected from Utility Scams
In recognition of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) is encouraging customers to take action to identify and avoid fraudulent schemes. With the national rise of email and phone scams, PBCWUD is reminding customers that messages threatening immediate disconnection unless funds are received are not an operational practice of the Water Utilities Department.
Click here to learn more
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Habitat for Humanity Team Build Program
Habitat's Team Build Day is a great opportunity tailored to companies to rally colleagues and friends toward a common cause. While strengthening bonds and learning new skills, team members will be challenged, inspired, and motivated.
CONTACT: Call 561-366-2645 to learn more
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Home ownership)
Click here to learn more (Volunteer opportunities)
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Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center Season Opens
Palm Beach State College’s Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center in Belle Glade is “Bringing
the Arts to Life” beginning in November with an entertaining lineup of performances for the
2022-23 season!
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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