February 23, 2015
Glades Community Updates
Stay Connected!  See What's Going on in the Glades this Week

 

Tuesday, February 24, 2015   9:40 a.m.  -  10:30 a.m.  Positively Africa Children's Activity, South Bay Library

Thursday, February 26, 2015  6:30 p.m. -   8:00 p.m.   Glades Central High School: No Glades Central Student Left Behind, Glades Central

Saturday, February 28, 2015  9:00 a.m. -   12:00 p.m.  Catholic Charities: Health and Safety Fair, Pahokee   

Saturday, February 28, 2015 10:00 a.m. -  1:00 p.m.    Homeless Outreach, Pahokee

Saturday, February 28, 2015 11:00 a.m. -  12:00 p.m.  Songs of Triumph, a History of the Negro Spiritual, Belle Glade Library

Saturday, February 28, 2015 11:00 a.m. -   3:00 p.m.   Project Cradle Care, Pahokee

Saturday, February 28, 2015  2:00 p.m. -   4:00 p.m.    Weekend Movie Matinee: " The Blind Side", South Bay Library

Saturday, February 28, 2015  6:00 p.m. -   10:00 p.m.  FREE Outdoor Concert: The Valerie Tyson Band, PBSC


GLADES AREA

 

Checkout New and Exciting Things Happening at Your Local Library


Library

Positively Africa!

Experience the music and culture of Africa with Julius and Julia Sanna, of Positively African! Children will enjoy playing African instruments and learning simple Swahili songs.

WHEN: Tuesday, February 24, 2015 9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: Clarence E. Anthony Branch, 375 S.W. 2nd Avenue, South Bay

Weekend Movie Matinee

"The Blind Side"

WHEN: Saturday, February 28, 2015 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Clarence E. Anthony Branch, 375 S.W. 2nd Avenue, South Bay

For more information call: (561) 992-8393

 

Glades Central High School: No Glades Central Student Left Behind

 GC

"No Glades Central Student Left Behind" parent's right to know, state assessments, graduation requirements where does your child stand? This training will be provide an in-depth snap shot of where students are to graduation and being college ready. Additional information will be shared with parents.

 

WHEN: Thursday, February 26, 2015   6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

 

WHERE: Glades Central High School, 1001 SW Ave East, Belle Glade

 

View link for English flyer:  http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/NoGCHSChildLeftBehindFlyerEnglishVersion.pdf

View link for Creole flyer:   http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/NoGCHSChildLeftBehindFlyerCreole.pdf

View link for Spanish flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/NoGCHSChildLeftBehindFlyerSpanishVersion.pdf  


 

ProjectCradle
 

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and Bridges Presents Project Cradle Care

 

Prenatal Educational Fair: It's all about ME! Healthy Choices, Healthy Lifestyles, Healthy Generations. If you are pregnant and intereste d in attending, contact Bridges at Pahokee.


 

WHEN: Saturday, February 28, 2015 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 


 
WHERE: City of Pahokee Parks and Recreation,  360 E. Main Street, Pahokee


View link for details:http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.09.15/ProjectCradle.pdf 

 
HealthFair

Catholic Charities Interfaith Health and Wellness Program: Health & Safety Fair

 

Blood pressure check, height, weight, BMI, car, bicycle & fire safety, flu prevention, food, free prizes & more!

 

WHEN: Saturday, February 28, 2015 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: St. Mary's, 1200 East Main Street, Pahokee

 

For more information contact Catholic Charities Wellness Program: (561) 924-5677

 

View link for more details:http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/PahokeeHealthFair.pdf 

 

HomelessOutreach 

Homeless Outreach

 

The City of Pahokee & Farm Share in partnership with the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center Caring for You & Your Family Homeless Outreach to identify Veterans who are displaced in the western rural areas of Palm Beach County and Henry Counties.

 

WHEN: Saturday, February 28, 2015 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Pahokee Parks and Recreation Complex, 360 East Main Street, Pahokee

 

For more contact:          Diane Walker  or       Dr. D. Marcelle-Coney

                                      (561) 692-1290          (561)422-5306

  

View link for flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/HomelessOutreach.pdf


BlackHistory  

Black History Month: Songs of Triumph, a History of the Negro Spiritual

 Dr.Naima Johnston-Bush will perform and discuss the songs' significance as a historical American art. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (60 min.) Using the art of storytelling and music, this program covers the development of the Negro Spiritual and its impact on all musical genres.

WHEN: Statuary, February 28, 2015 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade

For more information call: 561-996-3453 


FreeConcert

FREE Outdoor Concert: The Valerie Tyson Band


We will be returning to our outdoor stage on Saturday, February 28 at 7:00 pm! Come and hear all of your favorite hits from the 50's right on up until today! The concert will be preceded by our food and vendor fair so come out early for great food and gifts!

WHEN: Saturday, February 28, 2015  Vendor Fair 6:00 p.m.   Concert: 7:00 p.m.

WHERE:  The Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, Belle Glade


Great American Cleanup Earth Day ~ South Bay

The Great American Cleanup, a project of Keep America Beautiful, is coordinated locally by Keep Palm Beach County Beautiful Inc. and the Solid Waste Authority (SWA). Join us and help Keep Palm Beach County Beautiful!

WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 2015 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

WHERE: LSF Head Start, 990 U.S. Highway 27 North, South Bay

For more information and to register contact Edgar Kerr: (561)996-3998

View link for flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/GreatAmericanCleanup.pdf  


 

  

Job Opportunities

 

Glades Areas:

 

Community Partners: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/CommunityPartner.pdf

Indeed Job Search: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/IndeedJobSearch.pdf 

The Sun: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/TheSun.pdf 

Maids4U:  http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/CustomMaid4U.pdf

 

Other Areas:  

Community Partners: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/CommunityPartner.pdf



OTHER AREAS

 

Mental Health First Aid for Adults


8-hour course brought to you by Alpert Jewish Family and Children's Service. Someone you know could be experiencing a mental illness or crisis. You can help them. You are more likely to encounter someone - friend, family member, coworker, neighbor, or member of the community - in an emotional or mental crisis than someone having a heart attack. Mental Health First Aid teaches a 5-step action plan to offer initial help to people with the signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in a crisis, and connect them with the appropriate professional, peer, social, or self-help care. 

 

Anyone can take the 8-hour Mental Health First Aid course - first responders, students, teachers, leaders of faith communities, human resources professionals, and caring citizens. Sometimes, the best first aid is you. Take the course, save a life, strengthen your community.

 

WHEN: Monday, February 23 & 24, 2015 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Boca Raton Regional Hospital - Education Center 800 Meadows Rd., Boca Raton

 

For more information call: (561) 238.0251

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/MentalHealthFirstAidforAdults.pdf 

Upcoming Trainings with Nonprofits First

 

Avoiding the Cultural "Bumps" - The Culture of Workplace Bullying and Harassment

In recent years, we have seen a rise in incidences of workforce bullying and harassment. Workplace bullying, like childhood bullying, has individuals or groups using persistent aggressive or unreasonable behavior against a co-worker or subordinate. While often subtle, bullying or harassment incidents frequently stem from cultural differences. With changing demographics and increased diversity in our organizations; race, ethnicity, language, accents, religion, age and sexual orientation, are often at the root of the bullying. Responses to these situations not only affect employee relations and staff morale; but can lead to litigation. This interactive workshop will explore real life workplace scenarios and their origins, while exploring resolutions.

 

WHEN:Tuesday, March 3, 2015, 2:00  p.m. to 5:00  p.m.

WHERE: United Way of Palm Beach County, 2600 Quantum Boulevard, Boynton Beach                     Fee: $50  Register here

 

 

Finding Funders for Nonprofit Organizations 

Learn how to find funders for your nonprofit organization using the Foundation Center's comprehensive research tool, Foundation Directory Online (FDO). FDO provides information on more than 100,000 foundations, corporate giving programs, and grant making public charities in the United States.  It also includes searchable databases of recently awarded grants, sponsoring companies, and recently filed IRS information returns (Forms 990 and 990-PF).

 

WHEN:  Thursday, March 5, 2015, 12:00  p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: Children's Services Council of PBC, 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach                       Fee: FREE  Register here

 

 

Skillful Communication Under Pressure: A Mindfulness in Action Program 

Communicating brilliantly is not just about strategies and techniques;  most importantly its about who you are in the moment and how you authentically express your point of view. Thus, this learning journey explores your communication style from the inside out. Using a variety of methodologies including the Enneagram - a profound personality tool,  mind/body/energy work, dialogue sessions, lectures, small group break-outs and case scenarios, you'll learn to let go of limiting communication habits and express your voice in a powerful yet compassionate manner even when in high-pressure situations.

 

WHEN: Monday, March 9, 2015, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Children's Services Council of PBC, 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach                      Fee: $350  Register here   

 

             

On Board: A Governance Training Workshop 

On Board is a board training program for executives, current, and emerging board members featuring Board Source materials and Terry Stone, Board Certified Governance Trainer. Participants will focus on strengthening the nonprofit board through proven governance models, effective meeting management, and the development of clear board responsibilities, including fundraising. 

 

 WHEN: Wednesday, March 11, 2015, 1:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.      

 WHERE: Children's Services Council of PBC, 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach                      Fee $250  Register here


YWCA Seeks Nominations for Racial Justice Awards

 

The YWCA of Palm Beach County is seeking nominations for both its Racial Justice and Youth Racial Justice Awards. Nominees for the Racial Justice Award may be an individual, civic organization, religious institution, or business that has demonstrated leadership in organizing or supporting activities that reduce and/or prevent racial injustice in Palm Beach County. The Youth Racial Justice Award nominee may be a youth or youth group that exemplifies the same criteria listed above. The deadline for submitting nominations is 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2015.

 

WHEN: Friday, April 24, 2015

 

WHERE: Kravis Center's Cohen Pavilion, 701 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach

 

For more information or to request a nomination form contact the YWCA: 561-640-0050, Ext. 115

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/YWCARacialJusticeAward.pdf 

The YMCA: Be Water Safety Smart Drowning Prevention Programs

 

Group swim instruction, water safety presentations, adaptive needs swim. These YMCA programs can be geared towards children, teen, adults or seniors. Swimming is a life-long skill that can benefit the entire family. Scholarship and sponsoring opportunities are available so contact us to make a difference.

 

For more information contact Liz Schmidt: (561) 237-0950 or LSchmidt@YMCASPBC.org 

 

View link for more details:http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/YMCA.pdf  


Monday Morning Updates February 23, 2015 

 

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.23.15/MondayMorningUpdate.pdf


Previous Postings GLADES AREA

 

Thank You from PBSO and Family of Seven in Need

 

On January 2, 2015 a local family of seven lost all of their worldly possessions in a devastating apartment fire that occurred near the City of Pahokee. With the combined efforts of Palm Beach Sheriff's Office West Detention Center, Road Patrol Division and because of our partnership with a host of private citizens as well as several local organizations we have accomplished our mission!!!  Without the kindness, compassion and generosity of so many in our community this would not have been possible. 

 

The family has been so very appreciative of each and every blessing that they have received and wanted us to tell you all "thank you, thank you, thank you" on their behalf.  The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office Western Region  would like to express their sincerest gratitude to each and every one who chose to be a part of this effort.  Making a positive difference in the lives of others is an experience that makes a lasting and memorable impression in the hearts and minds of all involved. Thank you all for making great memories with us.


 

Donate to The Glades Initiative for Your Chance to Win a Car

 

 

 

Make a donation of $20 or more to The Glades Initiative, Inc. a Honda Birdies for Children charity, and then guess the total number of birdie s that will be made by the entire field in all four rounds of the 2015 Honda Classic.  110% of your donation goes to your charity, The Glades Initiative!!

 

Grand Prize: BRAND NEW 2015 HONDA VEHICLE, awarded to the donor who guesses the correct number of birdies as well as several great prizes awarded based on a random drawing from all participants.

 
 

 

        

            What number should you guess?   Here are the total number of birdies made in each of the last       

            seven tournaments (all have been played at PGA National Resort & Spa - Champion Course):   

 

  •       2007: 1,116 Birdies
  •       2008: 1,144 Birdies
  •       2009: 1,180 Birdies
  •       2010: 1,181 Birdies
  •       2011: 1,041 Birdies
  •       2012: 1,279 Birdies
  •       2013: 1,244 Birdies
  •       2014: 1,363 Birdies


 

Or complete this pledge form and bring or send it with your donation to The Glades Initiative, Inc., 141 S.E. Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430

Quit Smoking Now:  Free 6 Week Facilitated Support Sessions
          
NEW CLASS SCHEDULED TO BEGIN IN APRIL   - NOW'S YOUR TIME TO FINALLY QUIT!

Tired of tobacco? Do you know someone who is?  If you're ready to quit....we're ready to help! 

 

Free Group program at The Glades Initiative, Inc.  Quit Smoking Now is a six-session group program to help you quit tobacco!  The program was developed by ex-smokers for those who want to become ex-smokers themselves, and it also includes help for other forms of tobacco such as cigars, dip, chew, etc.  The program offers free nicotine patches, lozenges, and/or gum (while supplies last), as well as follow-up support.

             
WHEN: Beginning Wednesday, April 8, 2015   Time: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.     Class Dates:  4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13

 

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

 

To register, call the Everglades AHEC office at 1-877-819-2357 or email info@eahec.org 

Job Opportunities

 

Glades Areas:

 

Community Partners: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/CommunityPartners.pdf 

Indeed Job Search: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/IndeedJobSearch.pdf

The Sun: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/TheSun.pdf

The Sun: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/TheSun2.pdf   

 

Other Areas:  

Community Partner: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/CommunityPartners.pdf  

 

 

The Pillowcase Project

 
The Pillowcase Project is an opportunity to indoctrinate a culture of preparedness in a whole generation and a way to learn about the importance of preparedness in a fun and interactive way.  FREE for Elementary school age children ages 8-11 (grades 3, 4, 5).  Disney and American Red Cross Sponsors. 

 

WHEN:   An agreed upon date and time

 

WHERE: anywhere that is safe and able to have the presentation

 

Contact for more information: Rene Favreau, American Red Cross, (561) 996-4291 or rene.favreau@redcross.org


 
Jekyll & Hyde Musical Broadway Comes to the Dolly Hand

 

The Broadway musical, Jekyll & Hyde, is coming to the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center. The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life on stage in this all new production of the musical phenomenon. Based on the classic story by Robert Louis Stevenson and featuring a thrilling score of pop rock hits (most notably, "This is the Moment") from multi Grammy and Tony nominated Frank Wildhorn and double Oscar and Grammy winning Leslie Bricusse, Jekyll & Hyde has mesmerized audiences the world over. 


Following a world premiere run in Houston, Texas the musical embarked on a national tour of the United States prior to its Broadway debut in 1997. Many international productions have since been staged including two subsequent North American tours, two tours of the United Kingdom, a concert version and a re-vamped US tour in 2012 ahead of a 2013 revival on Broadway.  

 

WHEN: Tuesday, March 3, 2014 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. 

 

WHERE: The 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.

Volunteer As a Guardian Ad Litem 


The Guardian Ad Litem program of Palm Beach County is in need of volunteers to help us meet our mission of ensuring that every abused and neglected child in Palm Beach County has a court-appointed Guardian ad Litem (GAL). The program needs volunteers to become GALs as well as volunteers to assist with fundraising and administrative duties. 

 

Guardian ad Litem Volunteers (GAL) advocate for children who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected. As of December 2014, in Palm Beach County over 400 children still need a GAL to Speak Up! For their best interests, to ensure their basic human right to be safe, to be treated with dignity and respect, and to learn and grow in the safe embrace of a loving family.

 

For more information contact: (561) 355-2273

Glades Interagency Network (GIN) Recognizing Efforts of People in the Community

 

The Glades Interagency Network is hosting its Annual Glades Community Awards Recognition Luncheon. The luncheon will recognize individuals that give of themselves to assist their community without necessarily being compensated for their efforts. Glades-area businesses, organizations and individuals have an opportunity to recognize up to two people by completing an Honoree Form. The cost of each Honoree's Plaque is $25. In support of your honoree, we request the presence of a representative from your organization attend this event. Space is limited. Honoree Overviews and photos must be received no later than Tuesday, March 24, 2015.

 

WHEN: Tuesday, April 28, 2015 11:30 a.m.

 

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

 

If you have questions contact Tammy Jackson-Moore: (561) 914-0311.

 

View link for  Honoree: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.02.15/GINHonoree.pdf

View link for  Recognition Guidelines: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.02.15/GINRecognitionGuidelines.pdf  

View link for Reservation form: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.02.15/GINLuncheonReservationForm.pdf 

 

Early Detection is your Greatest Tool in the Fight Against Breast Cancer 


Don't allow $$$ to keep you from getting a mammogram. You may qualify for a FREE mammogram at Lakeside Medical Center through a grant from Susan G. Komen South Florida. Lakeside Medical Center have a considerable amount of grant monies left, which if we don't use, we may lose. 

 

To see if you qualify and/or make an appointment call:  561-996-6571 ext. 8286

 

View link for English: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.02.15/EarlyDetection.pdf

View link for Spanish: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.02.15/EarlyDetectionSpanish.pdf  

Community United Methodist Church's Spring Fling


 
Giant Yard Sale, Health Screenings, Blood Mobile, Bounce House, Library Book Mobile, Children's Activities.  Vendors include: Jewelry Sales, Essential Oils, Thirty One, Dolly Hand Performing Arts Center, PBSO, Red Cross, PBCFD, Local Artists and others. A  Bar BQ Lunch (chicken, baked beans, corn on the cob, bread and tea) will also be available. 
  
WHEN:  

Saturday, March 21, 2015  10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.    BBQ Lunch  11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  

                                                                                                        (Dine in or take out) $5.00

WHERE: 

Community United Methodist Church, 401 SW First Street, Belle Glade

 

All Proceeds go to Community United Methodist Church's  Local Mission Outreach and United Methodist Church "Imagine No Malaria" World Mission Campaign

 

Leadership Glades Class Raising Funds To Benefit the Lawrence E. Will Museum

 

Leadership Glades, Class of 2015 has a vision and a goal; to raise as much money as they are raising the funds by raffling off a 125-quart Yeti cooler, valued at over $600 and donated by Everglades Farm Equipment. Class representatives Barnie Walker and Regina Bohlen and their classmates are selling tickets for $10 each. 

Tickets are also available at the Belle Glade and Pahokee Chambers of Commerce, as well as at The Glades Initiative, Inc. through Sister Laura Cavanaugh. 

For more information call 561-924-5579 or 561-996-2745. possible to support the Lawrence E. Will Museum in Belle Glade. After learning the museum has been closed for quite some time and was struggling to reopen, they made it their class project.

 

Gove Elementary School's Annual Career Week

 

Gove Elementary School's annual Career Week is on the horizon. We hope that you will volunteer to share your professional experiences with our students to make this week truly rewarding.

 

We are looking for community members to volunteer to speak about their profession at Gove. You will be asked to give a short 20 minute presentation about your job, education, training, and how you made the transition from school to your current occupation. You will be giving the same presentation approximately three times to three different groups of students. 

 

WHEN:  Monday, May 11, 2015  
 
WHERE: Gove Elementary School, Belle Glade 

 

We are also looking for volunteers to share their work vehicle with the students on

WHEN:Tuesday, May 12, 2015     8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

 

Please be prepared to give a brief presentation regarding your profession and vehicle.  

 

For more information please contact Michelle Riker at Michelle.Riker@palmbeachschools.org 

 or 561 993-8726. 

 


Previous Postings OTHER AREAS

 

Need a Dress for Prom?  Twenty Pearl Youth Group Can Help


Calling all girls. The Twenty Pearl Youth Group of Zeta Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is hosting its 6th Annual PROMTIQUE. If you would like to attend your Middle or High School Prom but can't afford it, come try on some FABULOUS DRESSES.  Private dressing rooms available.  If you try on dress and like it, is yours for FREE!  

 

WHEN: Saturday, March 21, 2015 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.

 

WHERE: Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, 801 8th Street, West Palm Beach

 

For more information and to RSVP contact Monica McCoy: (210) 802-1908

 

View link for flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/Promtique.pdf  

 

9th Annual Sickle Cell Disease Research and Educational Symposium

 

Practical aspect of Sickle Pain with emerging medical treatment and integrative promising therapies to treat Sickle pain symposium will provide an interactive and informative platform for patients, advocates, and healthcare providers and scientists to understand sickle pain. It is intended to improve the treatment strategies, advance targeted research on sickle pain and provide comfort to the patients. Presentation will include first hand patients' own description of sickle pain, clinical understanding of sickle pain, and advances in medical and integrative approaches in sickle pain.

 

WHEN: Saturday, April 11, 2015 4:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

 

WHERE: Diplomat Hotel and Resort, 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood

 

View link for more details and how to register: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/SymposiumonSicklePain.pdf 

Flash MOB 2015

Please join Palm Beach County government in showing survivors of sexual assault that we stand with them (and dance!) to kick off Victims Rights Week! If you... Love to dance Can hold a sign Or stand proud we need you! Our goal is 200 strong. We are counting on YOU to represent!!


WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

WHERE: City Place - downstairs by stage area in front of fountain

For more information contact Sharon Daugherty-Duminuco: sdaugher@pbcgov.org  or 561-625-2568

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/2015FlashMob.pdf

Prime Time Palm Beach County Afterschool Symposium 2015

 

You won't want to miss the Prime Time Palm Beach County Afterschool Symposium 2015! This year's theme is Destination Healthy Children: A Journey to Wellness. The guest keynote speaker for the Advancing Afterschool Awards luncheon on May 8  is Dr. Eddie M. Connor, Jr.Empowering people to overcome obstacles and walk in their unique purpose is the real life message shared by Dr. Connor, who is a survivor of stage four cancer.


A resident of Detroit, Michigan, Dr. Connor is an author, college professor, international speaker, mentor, minister, radio/television correspondent and television host of Heal Your Heart, and has been featured on BET, CBS, NBC, PBS and many other media outlets. Dr. Connor is a contributing writer for the Michigan Chronicle and was also featured in the acclaimed BET documentary, It Takes a Village to Raise Detroit.

 

WHEN: Thursday, May 7 - 8, 2015

 

WHERE: Embassy Suites West Palm Beach - Central, 1601 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach

 

View link for details and how to register: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/2015PrimeTimePBCAfterschoolSymposium.pdf

Monday Morning Updates February 17, 2015 

http://www.cscpbc.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=emailsignup.preview&MessageId=1058
Florida Chain Newsletter: Need Your Help Protecting Hospitals

http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.17.15/FloridaChain.pdf

 

2015 Summer Food Service Program

 

Registration for the 2015 Summer Food Service Program is now open. If your agency or organization is interested in providing meals for the children throughout the summer, please visit https://adobeformscentral.com/?f=2-KYjKJMO-8t8cy-YH15ZA# 

 

If you have questions, please e-mail agrunwal@pbcgov.org or call 561-242-5700. 

 

How To Do Business With the School District

 

The School District of Palm Beach County will be conducting a seminar to provide information on how to become a new vendor and conduct business with the School District. In addition to receiving information, attendees will have an opportunity to meet key people from the Purchasing Department and the Office of Diversity in Business Practices. The event is free and offered to any interested businesses.

 

WHEN: Monday, March 9, 2015 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

 

WHERE: Palm Beach County School District Administrative Office Board Room, 3300 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach

 

If you have questions contact Debra Boutet: (561) 434-8216 

 

 

5th Annual International Women's History Month Dinner - Dance Fundraiser 

 

The Haitian-American Solidarity Center (HASC) in collaboration with several sister organizations, is holding its 5th Annual International Women's History Month Dinner - Dance Fundraiser Celebration. HASC recognizes honors and celebrates women of all nationalities and ethnic backgrounds who devote their talents, resources, time and energy for the advancement of humanity. This year, HASC will honor five women who make meaningful contributions in society through their leadership and noble acts. 

 

If you wish to nominate someone (must be a woman) to receive the "Human Progress Award" for their contribution to society, please contact us, at HASC and we will send you a nomination application along with instructions. If your nominee is selected we will notify you to make sure that she is present at the event to receive her award.  Theme: Women are the Main Pillar of Society! The deadline has been extended to February 15 to submit your nomination.

 

WHEN: Saturday, March 21, 2015 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m

 

WHERE: Wellington Mall Court, 12794 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington 

 

For tickets, reservations, or more information call: Mireille (561) 281-3180 or Fitz (561) 561-502-8968 or send an email to HASC at solidaritypbc@gmail.com 

 

View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/02.02.15/HASCWomenHistoryCelebration.pdf


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.                                                                                                                                                                 


 

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 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.