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              October 20, 2014
Glades Community Updates
Stay Connected!  See What's Going on in the Glades this Week
Tuesday, October 21, 2014         9:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Planned Approach To Community Health (PATCH), Glades Initiative
Wednesday, October, 22, 2014   2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.   Haitian Family Reunification Parole (HFRP) Program via phone
Tuesday, October 21, 2014        11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.  Glades Interagency Network (GIN) Meeting, PEPPI Head Start
Wednesday, October 22, 2014     5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.  Get Covered America, South Bay
Thursday, October 23, 2014        5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.   Glades Night Out Against Crime Praise Fest, Pahokee
Saturday, October 25, 2014         4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.   Relay For Life of The Glades 2015 Kickoff Party, Tanner Park
Monday, October 27, 2014          1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.   The Digital Learning Zone, South Bay 
GLADES AREA

The Glades Initiative Updating Resource Guide  

 

The Glades Initiative is in the process of updating The 2012 Resource Guide.  If your organization would like to be included or needs to update previous information, please visit the link below and submit updated information to updates@gladesinitiative.org.  Deadline for submissions is October 31, 2014.  

  

To see what was printed in our last 2012 version, click on the picture to the right. 

 

View link here to submit updated information: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.20.12/2012GladesAreaRG.pdf 

 

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Give Back to the Glades on #GIVINGTUESDAY, December 2

 

We have a day for giving thanks. We have two for getting deals. Now, we have #GivingTuesday, a global day dedicated to giving back. On Tuesday, December 2, 2014, charities, families, businesses, community centers, and students around the world will come together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity and to give. It's a simple idea. Just find a way for your family, your community, your company or your organization to come together to give something more. Then tell everyone you can about how you are giving. Join us and be a part of a global celebration of a new tradition of generosity.

                                                                        

PATCH 

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Planned Approach To Community Health (PATCH)

 

The Glades PATCH is a program designed to help the community evaluate, plan and implement health education and disease prevention and intervention programs. PATCH helps promote the health of the community to include social, emotional and physical well-being of its citizens. PATCH is a partnership of concerned citizens and organizations. This partnership provides a forum for identifying health problems affecting the community and mobilizing the community to plan, conduct and evaluate intervention services.

 

WHEN: Tuesday, October 21, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

 

WHERE: Glades Initiative, Inc., 141 SE Ave. C, Belle Glade

 

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Glades Interagency Network (GIN) Meeting

 

WHEN: Tuesday, October 21, 2014 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Lutheran Services Florida/PEPPI Head Start Program, 301 SW 8th Street, Belle Glade

 

For more information contact Diana Walker: at (561) 692-1290

GetCoveredAmerica

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Get Covered America Event

 

Enroll America and the Get Covered America Campaign, is a 501(c)(3) organization and was created for one specific mission: To ensure that everyone who is eligible for health coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) aka OBAMACARE- either through expanded Medicaid or the exchanges - actually gets enrolled. A representative from Enroll America and Get Covered America will be in South Bay to offer information and to answer any questions you may have. The next enrollment period for healthcare through the marketplace will be November 15th - February 15th, but if you think you have experienced a Qualifying Life Event you may be able to enroll right now (you have 60 days from event occurrence to enroll):

 

 

WHEN: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 5:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: South Bay City Hall Commission Chambers 335 SW 2nd Avenue, South Bay

 

For more information or to schedule appointment call: 561-400-3726 

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/SouthBayCommunityHealth.pdf

 

 

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Haitian Family Reunification Parole (HFRP) Program

 

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) invites you to participate in a teleconference to discuss the implementation of a limited Haitian Family Reunification Parole (HFRP) program. Under this program, certain Haitians in Haiti who are beneficiaries of approved family-based immigrant visa petitions may be considered for parole to come to the United States up to two years before their immigrant visa priority dates become current. During this teleconference, USCIS officials will provide an overview and address questions about the HFRP program.To join the session by phone on the day of the session, please use the information below.  We recommend that you call in 10 to 15 minutes before the start time.
 

Toll-free call-in number: 1-888-972-4308
Toll number if you are calling from outside of the U.S.: 1-312-470-7184
Passcode: HFRP
 

WHEN: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.

 

WHERE: VIA Phone 


If you have any questions please email us at:  Public.Engagement@uscis.dhs.gov.

 

View link for more details: http://www.uscis.gov/news/dhs-implement-haitian-family-reunification-parole-program#.VEFXZ8uLDDc.email 

GladesNightOutAgainstCrime
 

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"Glades Night Out Against Crime Praise Fest" 

 

Fighting Crime Through Community Fellowship and Songs of Praise Calling All Choirs, Group, Instrumentalist, Soloist, Praise Dancers we are requesting your participation in this worthy community event, as we come together against crime.  Let us unite with our spiritual leaders, our community leaders, our law enforcement leaders, community residents and surrounding citizens, as we stand united against crime in our communities (Belle Glade, Pahokee, South Bay).


Please join us for a night of Community Fellowship and Songs of Praise. PBSO and the Tri Cities invite you to participate in the "National Night Out Against Crime" to take place in Pahokee. Join the dedicated men and women of the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, Local Businesses and Community Leaders as they unite together to decrease crime. A great night for the Kids and Families and best of all it's FREE. Fun for the Kids, Bounce House, Enjoy Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, and Beverages along with members of the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit, Marine Unit, and Mounted Unit.

 

WHEN: Thursday, October 23, 2014 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Pahokee Deliverance Christian Center, 168 E 4th Street, Pahokee

 

View link for English Flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/09.15.14/NightOutAgainstCrime.pdf

View link for Creole Flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/09.15.14/NightOutAgainstCrimeCreole.pdf 


For information contact: Pastor Willie Hickman, Jr. or Diane Walker: (561) 755-0898 or (561) 692-1290

RelayforLife
 

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Relay For Life of The Glades 2015 Kickoff Party Celebrating the 80's

 

Come learn more about Relay for Life and Join the Fun! Registration is free!

 

WHEN: Saturday, October 25, 2014 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

 

WHERE: Tanner Park Recreation Room 105 Palm Beach Road, South Bay 

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/RelayForLifeofTheGlades.pdf

FederationofFamilies

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Federation of Families Community Events

 

The Digital Learning Zone:  Topics to be discussed include Computer basics, Internet essentials, Digital workforce development, financial literacy training, and much more!

 

WHEN: Every Starting Monday, October 27, 2014 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 


 

WHERE:  The Federation of Families of Florida, Inc. -101 N.W. 1st Ave South Bay

 

View link for flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/DigitalLearningZone.pdf

 

Federation VolunTea

 

Come to the VolunTea! Wear your prettiest Tea Party Dress and Hat if you dare!!! Bring your own tea cup and if you like one to share. Training refreshments prizes team building

 

WHEN: Wednesday, October 29, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.


 

WHERE: The Federation of Families of Florida, Inc. -101 N.W. 1st Ave South Bay

 

For more information contact Ms. Dorothy Davis: 561.502.3830 or E-mail: dorothy@flfamilies.net

 

View link for flyerhttp://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/Voluntea.pdf

 

View link for Federal of Families Activities Calendar: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/FederationFamiliesActivitiesCalendar.pdf

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Puppet Show Fire Prevention


 
The American Red Cross has a Fire Prevention Puppet Show open to kindergarten students and elementary school grades 1- 3. Fire Dog and his friend s talk about fire safety, what to do should your clothing catch on fire, when to call 911, and where to meet after leaving your home.  Fire Dog also talks about the dangers of lighters and matches. The puppet show is free of charge.  We can go to your location or arrangements can be made for the school or organization to come to the American Red Cross office in Belle Glade. 

 

WHEN: Call Ms. Favreau to schedule

 

WHERE: We will come to your location

 

For more information contact Rene D Favreau:  561-718-4761 or rene.favreau@redcross.org

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Edvin Marton: Prince of the Violin to perform at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center

 

Edvin Marton to perform at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center! Emmy award-winning composer and performer, Edvin Marton, one of Europe's most electrifying and original violinists, has captured the hearts of audiences around the world. He will present his show, Edvin Marton: Prince of the Violin, blending a classic and rock sound, his unique arrangements of the greatest classical, rock and his own original hits have made him a Gold and Platinum artist in Europe, Russia and China. Edvin is a winner of the 2008 Eurovision Song Contest seen by more than 200 million people.


 Other awards include a 2008 MTV Europe Award, and an American Television EMMY Award for Best Original Composition (ABC Television Network).

 

WHEN: Thursday, November 13, 2014 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/EdvinMartonPrinceofVolin.pdf

 

For more information call the box office:  561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org

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Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center to Offer FREE Outdoor Concert

 

The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center is kicking off its free outdoor concert series with Derrick Hadley & the Motowners! Take a walk down town with the sounds of Motown. This up-beat show is a song and dance tribute to The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson and Marvin Gaye. The show also includes a tribute to other class soul artists of the 60's and 70's. Come out early and enjoy a great dinner from one of Gourmet Truck Expo's excellent food trucks! The food trucks will begin serving at 6:00 pm, with the concert starting at 7:00 p.m.

 

WHEN: Saturday, November 22, 2014 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade 

 

For more information call the box office:  561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org

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American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Schedule for the Glades

 

First Aid/CPR/AED for Workplaces, Communities, Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers.  Two-year certification, Choice of free digital or affordable print materials Digital refreshers.  

 

WHEN: Saturday, December 6, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Belle Glade Service Center, 149 SE Avenue D Belle Glade 

 

View link for more detail on prices and how to register

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/BelleGladeServiceCenter.pdf  

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Ebola Resources for Physicians and Public

 

Prepare your practice and your patients with resources developed by Ebola experts and assembled by the AMA in one convenient location.

Visit the AMA's online Ebola Resource Center for information from the CDC and other public health groups. Resources cover:

  • Understanding the virus
  • Preparing your hospital or practice
  • Screening and diagnosing Ebola
  • Treating patients with the virus

The resource center will be updated regularly to give you, your practice staff and your patients the most up to date information you need. Save ama-assn.org/go/ebola to your favorites for an easy reference.

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Palm Beach County Unemployment Falls to Six Year Low
 


Palm Beach County's unemployment rate for September 2014 is 6 percent, down 1.4 percentage points from the September 2013 rate of 7.4  percent and down from the August 2014 rate of 6.7 percent. The county's unemployment rate also is slightly lower than the state's 6.1 percent unemployment rate (all numbers not seasonally adjusted) and nearly matches the national unemployment rate of 5.7 percent, according to information provided today by CareerSource Palm Beach County and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. 


 

"The region's economic recovery continued in September with the addition of 13,300 new jobs over the year in Palm Beach County. We have experienced the most robust job market we've seen in six years, with nearly 21,000 current job openings in the county," said Steve Craig, president and chief executive officer of CareerSource Palm Beach County, the nonprofit organization chartered by the state to lead workforce development in Palm Beach County. "On a percentage basis, job growth is strongest in the construction industry, increasing 9.5 percent over the year. Palm Beach County also added more jobs over the year than any other Florida metro area in the education and health services sector." 

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/PBCEmployment.pdf

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Job Opportunities 

Glades Areas:

Quiet Waters ~ Part-time Case Manager: 

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/QuietWaterPTCaseManager.pdf

Indeed Job Search: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/IndeedJobSearch.pdf

Community Partner: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/CommunityPartners.pdf

Families First of Palm Beach County:

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/FamilySupportWorker.pdf  

 

Other Areas:

 

 

Home Safe~ Outreach Educator: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/HomeSafeOutreachEducator.pdf  

Palm Beach County Board of Community~ Victim Service Program Manager: 

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/VictimServiceProgramManager.pdf   

Palm Beach Habilitation Center ~ Junior Accountant:

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/JuniorAccountant.pdf

Wayside House ~ Admissions Director: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/AdmissionsDirector.pdf

Youth Co-Op, Inc. ~ Job Developer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/JobDeveloper.pdf

Youth Co-Op, Inc. ~ Youth Facilitator/Refugee Youth Program: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/YouthFacilitator.pdf

  

The 15th Judicial Circuit

 

Chief of Personnel Services (closes October 31, 2014): http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/ChiefofPersonnelServices.pdf

Digital Court Reporter (3 positions) (closes November 6, 2014): http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/DigitalCourtReporter.pdf

Court Reporter II (open until filled): http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/CourtReporterII.pdf

Family Court Case Manager (open until filled): http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/FamilyCourtCaseManager.pdf

Computer Specialist II (open until filled): http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/ComputerSpecialistII.pdf

Law Library Associate I (open until filled): http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/LibraryAssociateI.pdf

 

 

OTHER AREAS

Diabetes Self-Management Leader Training

 

You will get a certificate to teach how to: Define what diabetes is in simple terms. Identify a set of problems that are common among people with diabetes. Learn the tools needed to balance and manage diabetes. State your role in care and management. Define what healthy eating means. Discuss the ways in which a good eating plan can help manage diabetes. Make action plans for the future.

 

WHEN:   Wednesdays, October 22& 29 2014 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

              Thursdays, October 23& 30, 2014    9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

WHERE:  Children's Services Council, 2300 High Ridges Rd, Boynton Beach

 

For information and registration contact Luz Smith: 561-853-1633 lsmith@caridad.org

 

View link for more details: Wayside House ~ Admissions Director: 

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How America Gives: Innovative Ways to Use the Latest Giving Data

 

This session will explore the latest release of The Chronicle of Philanthropy's How America Gives study, an exclusive look at how much money Americans give to charity that charts giving patterns in every state, city, and ZIP code. We'll offer fundraisers insights into our findings and demonstrate how to use this data to inform nonprofit fundraising efforts. This is NOT a sit at your desk, all by yourself, kind of webinar - this is a dynamic GROUP webinar - locally facilitated - plenty of opportunity to network and discuss with your peers!

 

WHEN: Thursday, October 23, 2014 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

 

WHERE: Location Varies (view link)

 

View link for more details and how to register: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/09.29.14/AmericaGivesWebnair.pdf

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Community Action Advisory Board Meeting

 

The Palm Beach County Community Action Agency's (CAA) mission is to remove barriers and create opportunities for low income individuals and families that will enable them to become more self-sufficient.

 

WHEN: Saturday October 25, 2014 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Hyatt, 295 Lakeview Ave.,  West Palm Beach

 

For more information contact James Green: (561) 313-1146 or jgreen1@pbcgov.org

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Knight Cities Challenge

 

Join us for drinks, networking and an interactive Q&A session with George Abbott, Special Assistant to the VP/Community and National Initiatives at the Knight Foundation, to learn more about the exciting Knight Cities Challenge. The Knight Cities Challenge is now open for applications asking people to submit ideas that address the question: What's your best idea to make cities more successful? The challenge is offering a share of $5 million for new ideas to make the 26 communities where Knight invests (including Palm Beach County!) more vibrant places to live and work. This free event is sponsored by the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties. Space is limited.

WHEN: Monday, October 27 2014 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

 

WHERE:  Center for Philanthropy, 700 South Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach

 

View link for more details and to RSVP: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/KnightCitiesChallenge.pdf

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Domestic Violence Awareness: "I Should Know Better"


Domestic Violence Awareness: "I Should Know Better," A Story of Personal Survival and breaking free from the power and control of Abuse with Stacey Scott. For healthcare professionals: 1 hour CEU offered for Registered Nurses and Licensed Clinical Social Workers. These programs are free of charge and open to the public; however, registration is required. Seating is limited and available on a first come basis.

 

WHEN: Thursday, October 30, 2014 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: The Pavilion at West Palm Hospital, 2201 45th Street, West Palm Beach

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/DomesticViolenceAwareness.pdf  

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Vote "Yes" to Reauthorize the Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County

 

Early voting for the Nov. 4 election begins today and continues through Sunday, Nov. 2. Voting times are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. The list of early voting locations, with map and directions, is here: http://www.pbcelections.org/content.aspx?id=270

 

The Glades Initiative, Inc. strongly encourages all community residents to vote "Yes" on: Reauthorization of Children's Services Council - as they support many vital Glades health and human service programs. For nearly three decades, Children's Services Council has provided leadership, funding, services and research on behalf of the county's children, so they grow up healthy, safe and strong. To make the biggest impact, the Council focuses on prenatal health and early childhood development so more Palm Beach County children are born healthy, are safe

from abuse and neglect, are ready to learn when they enter school, and have access to quality afterschool and summer programming.

 

For information about reauthorization of Children's Services Council, please visit: http://www.cscpbc.org/reauthorization.

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Now Accepting Florida Youth Leadership Academy Nominations

 

Each year, Florida youth leaders in foster care receive an opportunity to showcase their talents, creativity and further develop leadership skills by being selected for the Florida Youth Leadership Academy. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please help a youth in foster care take advantage of this terrific opportunity by nominating them for the Florida Youth Leadership Academy.

 

View link for more details:  http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/YouthLeadershipAcademyNominations.pdf

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Do Something Different: Opera in the Classroom

 

Experience the magic of Opera without leave the classroom! Palm Beach Opera's Young Artist will sing arias and ensemble from favorite operas and discuss elements of opera with students. Palm Beach Opera will customize the repertoire for maximum relevance to curriculum. Program cost FREE required a tuned piano.

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/OperaInTheClassroom.pdf

 

For more information and to schedule your presentation contact: (561) 833-7888 education@pbopera.org

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Monday Morning Update - October 20, 2014  

 

http://www.cscpbc.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=emailsignup.preview&MessageId=1040  

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Chain Reaction October 14, 2014: Return for Open Enrollment; Train to be Health Reform Expert
  

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/ChainReaction.pdf

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Community Foundation Connecting to Our Community Newsletter: October 2014


 

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.20.14/CommunityFoundation.pdf

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Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Newsletter

Previous Postings Glades Area

Thanksgiving Food Drive

  

It is approximated that 17 million American households, including 4 million seniors, struggled to put food on the table. It is important that we face this problem head on! Throughout the months of October and November, Representative Rader will be working with Dot and Ruby Helping Hands to host a Traditional Thanksgiving Meal for families in the Glades Community.

  

What kind of items can you donate?

 

Canned Goods, including but not limited to gravy, broth, green beans, corn, squash, greens, pumpkin, cranberry sauce, apples, evaporated milk, etc. Dry Goods, including but not limited to bagged or boxed ma shed or scalloped potatoes, stuffing mixes, biscuit bread mixes , boxed baked good mixes, rice, pasta, dried beans, etc.

 

Where can I drop off my donations?

 

Drop off Location in Glades Area: Representative Kevin Rader Office, 110 DR. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Belle Glade

Drop off location in Other Area:  Representative Kevin Rader Office, 9045 LA Fontana Blvd, Suite 117

 

For more information contact Alexis Andres: alexis.andres@myflorida.gov or (561) 218-5100 

 

View link for flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/ThanksgivingFoodDrive.pdf 

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HIV/AIDS Education

 

Learn about HIV/AIDS.  Know your status.  Connect to care results in less than 30 minutes.  Completely confidential.

 

WHEN: Thursday, October 30, 2014 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Federation of Families of FL, 101 N.W. 1st Avenue, South Bay

 

For more information call: (561) 996-7053 ext. 515

 

View link for flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/HIVAIDSEducation.pdf

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All Stars Building Bright Futures ~ Parent and Youth Orientation


All stars prevents substance abuse and use (alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and inhalants), premature sexually activity,

fighting, bullying and delinquency . This program also enhances positive characteristic we all want young people to develop. We will provide thirteen sessions of All Stars to youth in the 5th-12th grades. The All Star group will meet every Thursday from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Refreshments and door prizes will be provided!

 

WHEN: Thursday, October 30, 2014 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Lighthouse Caf�, 401 S.W. Avenue B Place, Belle Glade

 

For more information contact Nicole King; (561) 506-7144


 
View link for more flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/AllStars.pdf

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Bridges at Pahokee:  Community Events

 

Pahokee 1st Annual - "Trunk & Treat" Family Event

 

Save the date for this unique event! Trunk and Treat provides a safe environment for families to enjoy an inexpensive evening of Fall fun in a festival atmosphere! Children trick-or-treat by going from car trunk to car trunk to get their bags filled with goodies. The City of Pahokee and other community groups invite adults and children of all ages come out and join us for some ghoulish games, frightening good food and fun, fun, fun. If you are interested in hosting a carnival game, trunk or becoming a vendor, please contact Ivory Paschal at Pahokee Rec. Complex at 561-924-2976.

 

WHEN:  Friday, October 31, 2014 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

 

WHERE:  Pahokee Rec. Complex - 360 E. Main Street , Pahokee

 

For more information call Bridges at Pahokee: (561) 924-9224

 

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Volunteer Orientation for Glades Cooking Matters Program


 
As part of our Strategic Plan to Address Food Security in the Glades, The Glades Initiative, Inc. is implementing the Cooking Mattersâ„¢ Nutrition Education program. This is a 6 week cooking course that teaches how to prepare healthy meals on a limited budget, helping improve the way participants shop, cook, and eat. The mission of the program is to empower families at risk of hunger with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make healthy and affordable meals. The class, taught by volunteer instructors, can be offered to adults, families (parents with children), teens, children, and seniors. All volunteers must attend orientation before participating in a class

 

WHEN: Monday, November 3, 2014  3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc. 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade

 

For more information and to RSVP contact Sr. Laura Cavanaugh: srlaura@gladesinitiative.org  or (561) 996-3310

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/VolunteerTrainingfor GladesCookingMatters.pdf  

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Meeting: Strategic Planning for Food Security in the Glades

 

All community partners and residents are invited to this important meeting to receive an update on Glades Initiative's food security programs and progress toward our strategic plan for food security in the Glades.  In addition, we will facilitate a discussion regarding what's working and areas for improvement in our current emergency food system.  The results of this discussion will help us identify community needs, adjust current food programs as needed, and develop future strategies to address needs.

 

WHEN:  November 5, 2014   2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

 

WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc. 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade

 

Please RSVP to Carol Rodriguez email:  crodriguez@gladesinitiative.org or Phone: (561) 996-3310

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Junie B. Jones Comes to the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center

 

The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center at Palm Beach State College in Belle Glade is excited to present Junie B. Jones! Come and see your favorite story book character come to life! Outspoken, precocious, lovable Junie B. Jones stars in a colorful, funny, fast-paced musical about new friends, new glasses, sugar cookies, the annual kickball tournament and other various first-grade angst-ridden situations.

 

WHEN: Saturday, November 8, 2014 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade

 

For more information contact the box office:  561-993-1160 or visit www.dollyhand.org 

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Hire an intern with WAGES PAID by CareerSource

 

Palm Beach County businesses are invited to consider hiring and coaching a youth for twelve weeks/up to 40 hours per week with wages paid by CareerSource Palm Beach County. Successful employers will be able to offer:  Meaningful work experience for an intern, Assigned supervision of an intern, a safe and secure worksite and safety equipment.  The program includes a rigorous screening process for youth applicants. Staffs develop job matches based on skills/abilities and monitoring achievements of each intern. Following the employer registration, employers attend an Employer Orientation to learn more about the program.

  

View link for more details:  https://extranet.careersourcepbc.com/employer 

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Deaf & Hearing Resources ~  FREE phones for Florida residents with hearing loss

 

If you have trouble hearing on the phone, chances are it's due to issues with both volume and clarity. Through our partnership with Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc., we distribute - AT NO COST - high-quality, specialized phones and accessories (ringers, light flashers, etc.) to Florida residents with a certified hearing loss. There's no catch! As long as you're a Florida resident and you meet the State's age and hearing loss requirement, you're entitled to a phone. This program is funded by a surcharge you pay on your monthly land line service.

 

View link for more details:  http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/Deaf&HearingResources.pdf 

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Fire Prevention Puppet Show

 

The American Red Cross has a Fire Prevention Puppet Show open to kindergarten students and elementary school grades 1- 3.

Fire Dog and his friends talk about fire safety, what to do should your clothing catch on fire, when to call 911, where to meet after leaving your home, Fire Dog also talks about the dangers of lighters and matches.   The puppet show is free of charge.  We can go to your location or arrangements can be made for the school or organization to come to the American Red Cross office in Belle Glade. 

 

Contact for more information: Rene D Favreau, American Red Cross  561-718-4761 or email rene.favreau@redcross.org.  

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The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center  2014-2015 Performing Arts Series

 

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/DollyHandPerformingArtsSeries.pdf 

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211 Palm Beach County Snapshot Report: 3rd Quarter July- September 2014

 

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.13.14/211Glades3rdQuarterReport.pdf

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Job Opportunities 

Glades Areas:

 

 

Other Areas:

 

15 Judicial Circuit Palm Beach County Job Opportunities:
 

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Family in Need of Furniture

 

Families First has a participant with three children (all girls) who is in the process of moving to their own home. She's in need of furniture ( bedroom furniture, dining table, couches, etc.). Please contact Fernande Elisee-Francoeur if you know of a potential referral or anyone who has furniture to give away.

 

For more information and to donate furniture contact Fernande Elisee-Francoeur: 561-518-0063 or ffrancoeur@familiesfirstpbc.org 

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50th Annual Awards Banquet ~ Belle Glade Chamber ofCommerce

 

Let's go on a Glades Safari!  Join the Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce for the 50th Annual Awards Banquet.

 

WHEN: Tuesday, October 28, 2014

 

WHERE:  Belle Glade Elks Lodge, 300 SE Avenue Pl E, Belle Glade

 

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2014-15 PBC Legislative Delegation Public Hearings and Workshops 

 

To be placed on the official agenda of a Delegation hearing, presenters must have completed a Participation Request Form (a copy of which is enclosed ) and have submitted all printed materials to the delegation office 5 business days prior to the scheduled hearing. 15 copies of printed material should be submitted to be included in Members' Hearing folders. Please note: The Delegation Office is not responsible for printing out materials for the presenter. Maximum time allotted for each presentation is THREE minutes. This time limit will be strictly enforced as a courtesy to all scheduled speakers. Those presenting local bills should meet personally with members of the Legislative Delegation prior to the hearing at which they will make their presentation. At least one delegation member attending the hearing at which you are present should have a prior working knowledge of your request. The DEADLINE for submission of Local Bills to the Delegation Office is Monday, December 1, 2014 at 12 Noon

  

Public Hearing

 

WHEN: Tuesday, January 13, 2015 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

 

WHERE: Alzheimer's Community Care Center, 470 East 1st Street, Pahokee

 

View link for more information and submission form: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.06.14/2014-2015HearingInformationSheet.pdf 

View link Hearing Schedules: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.06.14/PublicHearingSchedule.pdf 

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Bridges at Belle Glade: Community Events 

  

AVDA-Telling Amy's Story

 

Join BRIDGES and local residents in a community discussion on the effects of Domestic Violence. Telling Amy's Story is a documentary film on one victim's life and death after years of abuse from her husband. This is an invitation only event.

 

WHEN:  Thursday, October 30, 2014 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

WHERE:  Lakeside Hospital, 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade

 

For more information contact Bridges at Belle Glade: (561) 992-8210

 

View link for  more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.06.14/2014BBGOctober.pdf 

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Bridges at Pahokee: Community Events

 

 

Pahokee 1st Annual - "Trunk & Treat" Family Event

 

Save the date for this unique event! Trunk and Treat provides a safe environment for families to enjoy an inexpensive evening of Fall fun in a festival atmosphere! Children trick-or-treat by going from car trunk to car trunk to get their bags filled with goodies. The City of Pahokee and other community groups invite adults and children of all ages come out and join us for some ghoulish games, frightening good food and fun, fun, fun. If you are interested in hosting a carnival game, trunk or becoming a vendor, please contact Ivory Paschal at Pahokee Rec. Complex at 561-924-2976.

 

WHEN:  Friday, October 31, 2014 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

WHERE:  Pahokee Rec. Complex - 360 E. Main Street , Pahokee

 

For more information call Bridges at Pahokee: (561) 924-9224

 

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Scholarship for DREAMers under DACA and TPS  
 
APPLICATION DEADLINE:  OCTOBER 26, 2014, by 11:59PM  

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New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church Will be Celebrating Their 14th Year

 

New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church will be celebrating their 14th year Church/Pastor Anniversary. Come out and celebrate with us, our guest speaker will be The Dynamic Bishop Victor T. Curry of Miami.


WHEN:Thursday, October 30, 2014 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: 1650 South Main St. Belle Glade


Contact for more information Pastor Willie Clyde Williams:  561-261-2300 or 786-266-1818

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Call for Nominations- Martin Luther King Jr. Leadership Awards
 

Do you know someone or an organization that has made contributions in the areas of education, diversity, race relations, social justice or economic empowerment?  This is your opportunity to recognize those who have made a difference in improving the lives of individuals in our community. 

  

You are invited to submit a nomination and/or share the following information with any others who might have an interest in recognizing individuals or organizations in our community who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Nominations are due by October 24. 

 

www.palmbeachstate.edu/mlk 

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Diabetes Coalition Looking for Volunteers & Sites to Conduct Risk Assessments During Diabetes Week

 

Help the coalition in their quest to identify individuals at are risk for diabetes - so they can get the help and access to resources they need!  

 

In preparation for Diabetes Week 2014, the Diabetes Coalition is in need of Glades area organizations and churches that already have a large number of people coming to your facility who may be at-risk for diabetes - willing to serve as a site to perform diabetes risk assessments during the week of November 10 through November 16.  They are also in need of volunteers to help individuals complete the risk assessment - which is a paper questionnaire, offered in English, Spanish, and Creole.  Training is available for volunteers in how to complete the assessment.  Each person screened will receive a resource bag.  

 

WHEN:  Monday, November 10, 2014 - Sunday, November 16, 2014. 

 

WHERE:  Glades Screening Sites TBD

 

If you would like to volunteer and/or your organization would like to serve as a screening site during Diabetes Week, please contact Carol Rodriguez at crodriguez@gladesinitiative.org

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Become A Volunteer Tutor With The Building Better Readers Program in The Glades

 

Give the gift of READING to a child! Become a volunteer tutor with the Building Better Readers Program Change a child, change a family, change a community!  Tutor first and second grade children, one-on-one, in reading Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old Commitment to tutor two sessions/week, 90 minutes/session  for 25 weeks beginning in October 2014 No experience required. Training will be provided by the Literacy Coalition. In need of Volunteers for Glades

  


WHERE: October 2014 - May 2015

 

WHERE:  At 20 elementary schools throughout Palm Beach County

 

For additional information contact Jeanne Heavilin: (561) 767-3366 or jheavilin@literacypbc.org or

visit www.literacypbc.org 

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/09.08.14/BuildingBetterReaders.pdf 

Previous Postings Other Areas

 

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

 

Domestic violence can affect anyone. If you are a victim of abuse, you are NEVER to blame - it is NOT your fault. The abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, economic or a combination of many types of abuse. Committing domestic violence is a choice made by the abuser!


For more info go to www.FCADV.org.

www.ncadv.org: NCADV's website that provides information on all NCADV programs, activities, and events as well as information on legislative issues, domestic violence research material, and other related topics. It is a widely used tool, attracting over two million visits a year.

 

Links for Domestic Violence resources

http://www.fcadv.org/domestic-violence-links 

Certified Domestic Violence Centers

http://www.fcadv.org/centers#Palm Beach 

  • Trainings
  • Typology of a Batterer Home Study
  • Victims of Domestic Violence and Co-Occurring Disorders Home Study
  • Impact on Social and Cognitive Development Home Study
Become a member of the Palm Beach County DV Council

The Council is comprised of voluntary members from within the Palm Beach County area who work together to provide awareness and end domestic violence in their communities. For information on how you can become a member, please send an email to info@dvcouncilofpb.org
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Advances: News from Robert Wood Johnson Foundation  

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Community Call to Action on Obesity Meeting

 

You are invited to attend the Community Call to Action on Obesity meeting for 5-2-1-0 Let's Go!

 

WHEN: Friday, October 31, 2014 8:30 a.m. 

 

WHERE:  Children's Services Council, 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach

 

For more information and to RSVP contact: mario@diabetescoalitionpbc.org  or (561) 703-2629

 

View link for flyer:  http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.06.14/ObesityMeeting.pdf

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Vote Yes Children Services Re authorization for Palm Beach County 


 

1 in 3 children in Palm Beach County receive services from programs funded by the Children's Services Council. We need to keep these programs in place for our kids and vote YES to reauthorize the Children's Services Council on Tuesday, November 4. It began  as a dream....


 The Story of Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County The Children's Services Council funds more than 50 proven programs delivered through a network of over 35 providers including The Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County, the United Way, Palm Beach State College, The Children's Home Society, The Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County and with more than 300 child care and afterschool programs.

 

View link for more detail and how to make your vote count:  http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/10.06.14/ChildrenServicesReauthorization.pdf

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X 102.3's Get Your Praise On Gospel Celebration 

 

Our Radio Stations are gearing up for our Annual Get Your Praise On Celebration. Palm Beach Broadcasting will be hosting this fabulous event that will be reaching out to over 250,000 X102.3 listeners. Get Your Praise On is a FREE Gospel Music Festival featuring 8 music acts and there will be a Kids Play Zone with bounce houses and pony rides. The event is highly promoted on our R&B radio station The X102.3! Bring your lawn chair, blankets, and coolers. Come join us as a vendor for this uplifting event.

 

WHEN:  Saturday, November 8, 2014 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

 

WHERE:  The Meyer Amphitheater, 104 Datura St, West Palm Beach

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/09.29.14/GetYourPraiseOnGospelFestival.pdf  

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Diabetes Coalition of Palm Beach County ~ Seeking Volunteers 
 
The Diabetes Coalition of Palm Beach County is seeking volunteers for their Diabetes Week event on November 14, 2014 to be held at the new Palm Beach Outlets Mall.  Training will be available for new volunteers.  Get involved, support and discover new opportunities!

WHEN:  Friday, November 14, 2014 Time: TBD

WHERE:  Palm Beach Outlets Mall, 1801 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., West Palm Beach

For more information please contact (561) 703-2629 Or visit: diabetescoalitionpbc.org              Click here for Flyer 

Posting Information to our Eblast & Volunteering

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

  

                  Check the Glades Community Calendar for                                          Check out Volunteer Opportunities at the Glades Initiative

           additional activities scheduled in the Glades area:                                               or opportunities with our Partners in the Glades:


 


 



Donating to The Glades Initiative, Inc.

If you would like to show your appreciation for the services of The Glades Initiative, Inc., please consider making a tax deductible donation. You can click on the link below or send a check made out to The Glades Initiative, Inc. to 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430. Thank you in advance. 


                                                          
If your place of work has a United Way giving campaign, you can keep your donation in the Glades by designating your contribution to The Glades Initiative, Inc.  
                                                                                                                                                              
 

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