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STAY CONNECTED! See What's Going On In the Glades This Week
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Glades REACH Health Fair Planning Meeting
The Glades REACH health fair began 13 years ago to address healthcare disparities and access in our
community. Each year, hundreds of uninsured and underinsured children and families attend the REACH health fair to access quality health care and education at no cost. The event will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at the CL Brumback Health Center in Belle Glade. Please Come. We need all the help we can get in planning this worthwhile community event.
WHEN: Thursday, January 9, 2014 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Main Planning Committee @ GI
Thursday, January 23, 2013 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Main Planning Committee @ GI
Thursday, January 30, 2013 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Main Planning Committee @ GI
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc. 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade
For more details, contact Carol Rodriguez: (561)996-3310 or crodriguez@gladesinitiative.org
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The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center Presents Tchaikovsky's Sleeping Beauty
Tchaikovsky's classic ballet, Sleeping Beauty, comes to Palm Beach State College's Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at 7:30 pm. Presented by the State Ballet Theatre of Russia, this company of 50 distinguished dancers brings the world's mos t beloved ballet to glorious life.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive on Palm Beach State's Belle Glade campus.
For tickets, call the box office at 561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org.
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Human Trafficking: Combating Modern Slavery
Human trafficking is a growing problem in Palm Beach County. In observance of Human Trafficking Awareness Month in January, a speaker from the Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches will shed light on what is being done about this issue and what services are available to victims of this horrific crime. (60 min.) Stop by or call the location of your choice to preregister for this program.
WHEN: Wednesday, January 8, 2014 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade
View link for more details and other locations: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/12.09.13/PBCHumanTrafficking.pdf
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"Harvest of Voices" Celebrates Palm Beach County Farm Workers
"Harvest of Voices", scored for cello, piano, percussion and solo actor, is based on oral histories collected from the farm worker community in Palm Beach County. The oral histories were collected by award-winning playwright Jose Cruz Gonzalez, who created the script for the music theatre piece. The show is a collaboration of the Core Ensemble and the Farmworker Coordinating Council of Palm Beach, an organization created for the purpose of assisting farm workers to access social and human services. "Harvest of Voices" is a sharing of stories and celebration of personal history through music and theatre. The project was conceived to encourage the personal narratives that uncover the reality beneath the headlines, statistics, and stereotypes about farm workers and to examine important questions about family and culture in the farm worker community.
WHEN: Saturday, January 11, 2014 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Art Center, 1977 SW College Dr., Belle Glade, FL 33430
View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/12.30.13/HarvestofVoices.pdf
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Lake Okeechobee Regional Economic Alliance (LORE) Board Meeting
The LORE Board of Directors will meet at Workforce Alliance. Please note the change in time as we have several speakers. Below is the agenda for this upcoming meeting.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 14, 2014 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Workforce Alliance, West Career Center 1085 South Main Street, Belle Glade
View link for agenda: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/01.06.14/LOREAgenda.pdf
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Bridges at Belle Glade
Mommy Te (Tea) Parent Support - Families First
Come join BRIDGES staff in a "Mommy Te" (Tea) parenting support dialogue. Parents can expect to meet and engage with others while addressing issues unique to parents. The sessions provide opportunities for parents to comment and ask questions. This month Families First will discuss Healthy Habits and Community Voice's Lay Health Advisor's Training will reveal facts regarding premature and low birth rate babies.
(Child Watch Available)
WHEN: Tuesday January 7, 2014 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Bridges at Belle Glade, 816 West Canal Street South, Belle Glade
Family Night: "It's Play Time"
During this Family night, there will be four activities that you and the family can explore together. By the end of the night, you and the family will have had some quiet time reading, writing, making crafts and dancing together. This activity will help provide your family with different ideas on how you and your children can spend time at home together.
WHEN: Thursday, January 9, 2014 5:00 p.m. -6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Bridges at Belle Glade,, 816 West Canal Street South, Belle Glade
View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/01.06.14/BBGJanuary2014.pdf
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Bridges at Pahokee 
Where 2 Turn 2- "Palm Beach County Farmworker Program
Palm Beach County's Farmworkers Program - DID YOU KNOW? The high school dropout rate is much higher among Hispanics, and significantly higher among farm workers than in the general population. FCC offers migrant and seasonal farm workers the opportunity to strengthen their ability to achieve economic self-sufficiency through their participation in educational, skills training, supportive services and much, much more. Find out how to Get information, Get Empowered and to Get Registered by call (561) 924-9224.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 7, 2014 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Bridges at Pahokee, 170 S. Barfield Hwy #102, Pahokee
Strong Start for Children - "What is Your Role?"
We Need Your Help!!! - As a trusted leader in your neighbourhood, on your block or in your family, you have the potential to create change. Improving the number of children who are born healthy and full term will take all of us. Join BRIDGES to find out how you can build upon your existing leadership skills while helping us move this effort from Conversation to Action. Discover your role in bringing about a change. Call us at 924-9224 to get started.
WHEN: Thursday, January 9, 2014 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Bridges at Pahokee, 170 S. Barfield Hwy. #102, Pahokee
Lakeside Medical Center Welcomes it's First New Years Baby of 2014
20-year old Shaquille Smith of Pahokee welcomed the new year by giving birth to a healthy baby boy at Lakeside Medical Center. Weighing 6 pounds, 9 ounces, Jaycion Zavala's arrival at 12:53 a.m. on New Year's Day made him the first baby born at the hospital in 2014. Smith said she and Jaycion's father, Juan, are proud of the newest addition to their family which also includes two boys and a girl: two-year old Angel, one-year old Raymond and five-year old Aleisha.
View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/01.06.14/2014FirstBabyBornatLakeside.pdf
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Check Out New and Exciting Activities Happening at Your Local Library 
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CBS 12 Let Move Commit to Change: Physical Activity Challenge
CBS12's Let's Move: Commit to Change to get Palm Beach County Moving!...with Suzanne & Eric of the CBS12 Early Morning News Team. The Let's Move Commit to Change Physical Activity Challenge is a month long campaign with a focus on physical activity, nutrition and healthy behaviors to motivate residents to take charge of their health to recognize the importance of exercise and nutrition to reduce obesity/diabetes. It's easy. Just complete 30 minutes of sustained physical activity and log-in your minutes. You can log-in every day or you can keep track of all of your activity in a personal log and log your minutes at your convenience. Please use the same e-mail address throughout the campaign when you log in. Your minutes will be added to the total community challenge numbers.
WHEN: Monday, January 6-31, 2014
WHERE: Anywhere
View link for more details and how to register your team: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/01.06.14/LetsMove2014.pdf
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Vickers House Offers FREE Flu Shot and STD Testing
STD Testing (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) & Flu Shots Courtesy of Florida Health, Palm Beach County Only One Flu Shot Needed: includes regular Flu and HINI serums. For Individuals over 18 years of age without easy access to health care! Individuals will be seen on a first come first serve basis-no appointments or pre-registration is required! - Please expect a waiting line!
WHEN: Tuesday, January 7, 2014 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vickers House South - 3801 Georgia Ave., West Palm Beach
For More Information call the Vickers House: (561) 804-4975
View link for details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/12.16.13/FreeFLUShots&STDTesting.pdf
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211 Helpline: Inter-Agency Network's Meeting
The Inter-Agency Network is one of Palm Beach County's oldest "community-wide" networking groups...everyone is welcome. Learn about important resources and events . Please help support this meeting! We will have an open forum to discuss upcoming initiatives for the new year, including affordable health care, and we will also have a brief presentation by Fred Schott from the Deaf Service Center of Palm Beach County which has received some grant money to provide outreach to service providers and client groups.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 8, 2013 8:30 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
WHERE:Children's Home Society Building, 3333 Forest Hill Blvd West Palm Beach, FL
View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/01.06.14/Interagencynetwork.pdf
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Palm Beach Outlets Job Fair
Palm Beach Outlets Job Fair shop for your new career at Palm Beach Outlet bring your resume for your chance to meet dozens of brand and retailers! Don't miss the opportunity to interview for one of our 1,500 full and part-time retail positions at over 100 stores opening this February!
WHEN: Thursday, January 9, 2014 10:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Northwood University, 2600 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach
______________________________________________________________________ National Council of Jewish Women: Out of Bondage: Combating Sex Trafficking in South Florida  National Council of Jewish Women, Palm Beach County Sections & Jewish Women's Foundation of the Greater Palm Beaches presents a symposium Out of Bondage: Combating Sex Trafficking in South Florida Learn about the extent and significance of the sex trafficking problem in our state, and discover what individuals, parents, and community groups need to do about it. WHEN: Tuesday, January 21, 2014 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. WHERE: Temple Torah of West Boynton Beach, 8600 Jog Road, Boynton Beach For more information contact Linda Geller-Schwartz: 561.362.8069 lndgellerschwartz@gmail.com or Arlene Davidson: 339.364.0931 amdavidson01@gmail.com View link for more details and how to register: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/01.06.14/SexTrafficking.pdf ______________________________________________________________________ Monday Morning Updates: January 6, 2014  http://www.cscpbc.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=emailsignup.preview&MessageId=999 _____________________________________________________________________ Nonprofit Legal Assistance Project (NLAP) Newsletter: FL State Bans Texting While Driving http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/01.06.14/NLAPNewsletter.pdf ______________________________________________________________________ Our Health Policy Matters: In 2014, the Gap Will Widen between Health and Mental Health Haves and Have Nots http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/01.06.14/OurHealthPolicyMatters.pdf _______________________________________________________________________ There is H.O.P.E for Me Newsletter: December 2013 http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/01.06.14/THFMNewsletter.pdf
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Free Legal Service at The Glades Initiative, Inc.
If you are in need of free legal services for issues such as: child support, domestic violence, abuse of children/elders, immigration, fair housing and other civil matters please call. By appointment only with Mr. Richard Abedon, Esq., Volunteer Attorney.
WHEN: Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 S.E. Avenue C, Belle Glade
Please call for an appointment: 561-996-3310
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The Arc of The Glades is seeking not-for-profit or governmental partners for its "Employment Simulation" program 
The Arc of The Glades is seeking not-for-profit or governmental partners for its "Employment Simulation" program. The Arc provides its clients with a list of places that would like some volunteer assistance and the clients then choose where they would like to help out. This gives the volunteer some unpaid volunteer work experience as well as a potential reference when applying for a job. The partner organization gets volunteer assistance in meeting their mission, and the community gets the benefit of both. The Arc provides transportation and supervision at no cost to the partner agency. Groups of 4-6 volunteers at a time preferred.
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OK2Talk Community Conversation
~ National Dialogue on Mental Health
The Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County (MHAPBC) and its partners are launching a series of community conversations in conjunction with President Obama and SAMHSA's (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration) National Dialogue on Mental Health. From January through April, a series of town hall meetings will be held throughout Palm Beach County called, #OK2Talk Palm Beach County Speaks: Breaking the Connection between Mental Illness and the Legal System. We are interested in eliciting the knowledge of community members, particularly young people, who want to share their first-hand experiences. In joining together, all types of community members will create solutions to help those with untreated mental illness from entering the legal system.
WHEN: Tuesday, February 4, 2013 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach State College (Room TEC 109),1977 College Drive, Belle Glade
View link for more details and how to attend:
http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/12.30.13/MHAOK2Talk.pdf
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Join St. John First Missionary Baptist Church Trip to The Holy Land Experience
St. John 1st Missionary Baptist Church is sponsoring a chartered bus to the Holy Land. From the moment you pass through the gates of our walled city, you will be immersed in ancient Jerusalem. The structures and exhibits characterize the style, architecture, and settings that existed in the Holy Land 2000 years ago. The Garden Tomb, Qumran Dead Sea Caves, Great Temple and Plaza, Jerusalem Model, and Wilderness Tabernacle are all intricately detailed, both inside and out, to provide you with a clearer understanding of their biblical significance. WHEN: Saturday, February 22, 2014  7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. WHERE: Orlando For more information contact Kevin Wright or Stephanie Harper: (561) 261-0717 View link for more details and payment plans: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/12.30.13/HolyLandExperiance.pdf ______________________________________________________________________
Volunteer's Needed to Offer Income Tax Assistance
United Way of Palm Beach County's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program, a free income tax-preparation service to households
earning annually $52,000 or less. For the 11th year, in January, we will open several sites throughout Palm Beach County that will provide this service. Besides the traditional VITA sites, this year we are implementing , Facilitated Self-Assistance (FSA) service, if individuals have a simple tax return and need a little help or do not have access to a computer, we offer the service at selected VITA locations and through the websites of select community partners. This service is available to people who make $58,000 or less. All the information related to this service is included in the attached document (VITA sites list).
For your convenience, we have the following materials available that will assist you in your outreach efforts:
- VITA Inserts - available in English, Spanish, and Creole that can easily be placed in paycheck envelopes, any #10 envelope, or placed in a brochure rack or on a brochure table.
- VITA Flyer pdf - available in English. These can be placed on community bulletin boards or in lunchrooms.
- Web site and newsletter wordings - these pre-written messages vary in length and can be easily inserted into newsletters, e-communications, utility bills and on a Web site. Several versions have been written to accommodate your needs.
- Permission for any community entities to link to our Web site - www.UnitedWayPBC.org contains all of our VITA informatio
 n, inserts, flyers, etc. This page will also list all the dates, times and locations of our VITA sites once they are open January 21, 2014. The VITA site list will be updated on a weekly basis throughout the duration of the tax season.
I encourage you to visit www.UnitedWayPBC.org to view all the materials listed above. If you would like hard copies of the inserts, please let us know and we'll be happy to deliver them to you at no charge.
View link for VITA sites: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/12.30.13/2014VITASite.pdf
View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/12.30.13/2013-14VitaInfoEnglish.pdf
View link for more details in Creole: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/12.30.13/2013-14VITAInfoCreole.pdf
View link for more details in Spanish: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/12.30.13/2013-14VITAInfoSpanish.pdf
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13th Annual Glades REACH Health Fair - Call for Volunteers
January 28, 2014 to February 1, 2014
The Glades REACH health fair began 13 years ago to address healthcare disparities and access in our community. Each year, hundreds of uninsured and underinsured children and families attend the REACH health fair to access quality health care and education at no cost. Medically trained interpreters are on site during the entire event to assist the many in our community with limited English skills. Hundreds of service providers are available to educate residents about the local services available. The event will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at the CL Brumback Health Center in Belle Glade. Free lunch is provided to all attendees receiving medical services as well as volunteers.
Click here for the Individual Volunteer Application Click here for the Group Volunteer Application
For more information contact, and please email all completed applications to Millie Rodriguez at mirodrig@hcdpbc.org
If you are unable to donate through volunteering your time, and would like to donate financially, you can make a check out to The Glades Initiative, Inc. with REACH Fair in the memo line and mail to The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430.
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City of Pahokee Youth Intramural Basketball League & Fashion Show
City of Pahokee Fashion Show
The city needs you to come and show the City of Pahokee just how talented you are!! Come sign up to be a model and/or perform in the 2014 City of Pahokee Fashion Show. December 1-31, 2014 for entry form and more information visit the City of Pahokee Parks and Recreation Department or (561) 924-2972
WHEN: Friday, February 21, 2014 6:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
WHERE: Parks and Recreation Gymnasium, 360 E Main Street, Pahokee
View link for more details on both events: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/11.25.13/FashionShowAndBasketball.pdf
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Tai Chi Instructors Training
The Area Agency on Aging is bringing a Tai Chi Master from The Oregon area who is one of the three Masters Trainers for Tai Chi, Moving for Better Balance (evidence based) in the nation. This will most likely be the ONLY time offering this Instructors training in 2014. Tai Chi (pronounced Tie-Chee) is a gentle form of physical activity ideal for seniors who have uncertain balance and a fear of falling. If you're looking for a way to reduce stress, consider Tai Chi. Tai Chi is some-times described as "meditation in motion" because it promotes serenity through gentle movements - connecting the mind and body. Tai Chi may be done sitting down and adapted for those with special needs including people in wheelchairs.
WHEN: January 24-25, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Area Agency on Aging / Your Aging Resource Center, 4400 N Congress Avenue West Palm Beach
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Do you know a Hero? It's time to salute the heroes among us. Palm Beach County Medical Society Services, a non-profit organization, is hosting the 11th Annual Heroes in Medicine Awards on Thursday, May 8, 2014. These prestigious awards honor individuals and organizations throughout Palm Beach County that use their skills and resources in the field of health care to provide outstanding services for the people of our local, national and global communities. Proceeds from this event benefit Project Access, providing health care for low income, uninsured residents of Palm Beach County and the Medical Society's medical scholarship fund. To be considered for an award,
nominations must be received by Friday, February 14
at 5 p.m. No late nominations will be accepted. Finalists will be interviewed in person on Saturday, March 8, 2014 between 8:30 a.m. and noon.
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Broward Human Trafficking Coalition: Human Trafficking Webinar
Nonprofit Legal Assistance Project (NLAP) Newsletter: IRS Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Same Sex Individuals Married Under State Law
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Monday Morning Update, December 23, 2013
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2014 African-American Achievers Awards
Five extraordinary individuals will be recognized at the 22nd annual African-American Achievers awards ceremony. Presented by JM Family Enterprises, Southeast Toyota Distributors and JM Lexus, more than 1,000 guests are expected to attend the event at the Broward County Convention Center. Established in 1992 by the late Jim Moran, automotive legend and founder of JM Family Enterprises, Southeast Toyota Distributors and JM Lexus, the African-American Achievers awards continues his vision to recognize those who unselfishly invest their time and talents toward building a stronger South Florida community.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 19, 2013 6:15 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
WHERE: Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
View link for more information: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/11.04.13/2014AfricanAmericanAchieversAwards.pdf
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2014 Giraffe Awards - Call for Nominations
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2014 Giraffe Award, given by the Women's Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County. The Giraffe Award will be presented in March of 2014 during Women's History Month. These awards are given annually to honor women who have "Stuck Their Necks Out" by taking risks, applying initiative, dedication and perseverance, thereby making a difference for other women in the workplace and in the community. Our goal is to gather nominations for the most qualified women in Palm Beach County. As a recipient of this letter, you have a unique vantage point from which to identify and recommend these extraordinary women. If you know an outstanding woman whom you would like to see recognized for her leadership, please submit her name for nomination by completing the attached form.
Please think of all the women in your network and consider whom you would like to nominate. Please don't feel you have to stop at one nomination! We'll gladly accept all you submit for consideration. Nominations must be received no later than Wednesday, January 22, 2013 to the Women's Chamber of Commerce office listed on the form. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you might have. Thank you in advance for your help in identifying and honoring outstanding women in our community.
View link for more details and nomination form: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/11.04.13/2014GiraffeAwardNominations.pdf
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Sensory Integration Workshop for Pediatric Professionals
Join us for a dynamic, day-long workshop focused on understanding sensory integration issues in children! Presented by Dr. Pilar Saa, OTD, OT/. Sensory Integration: Implications for the Well-Being of Children and Their Families will focus on the theory of sensory integration and the impact of sensory issues on a child's life. Dr. Saa will go over the function and dysfunction continuum and participants will learn when to refer clients and specific strategies to use in order to promote the best performance, engagement, and participation from children.
WHEN: Friday January 31, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County, 2300 High Ridge Rd, Boynton Beach
for more information email: info@centerforchildcounseling.org
View link for more details and how to register: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.21.13/SensoryIntegration.pdf
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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. If you want to submit a posting please email us at updates@gladesinitiative.org or (561) 996-3310.
If you would like to submit your volunteer opportunities on our site below, please email us at volunteer@gladesinitiative.org
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