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Stay Connected! See What's Going on in the Glades this Week
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City of Pahokee Town Hall Meeting 
Join the City of Pahokee for a Town Hall Meeting.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 9, 2015 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Cafeteria, City of Pahokee Parks and Recreation Department
REACH Health Fair Planning Meeting
As part of the PATCH group, we are planning for this years REACH fair to occur October 24, 2015 at both the Florida Community Health Center in Pahokee and the CL Brumback Health Care Clinic behind KFC. Our goal is to help Glades residents establish a medical home for regular, consistent preventative care. All are welcome to participate and all help is needed.
WHEN: Thursday, September 10, 2015 9:00 a.m. - 10;00 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc., 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade
What's Happening at The Clarence E Anthony Library - South Bay
Do Something Grand: Do something grand and celebrate your grandparents for National Grandparents' Day. Make a card and a craft to show them how awesome they are. Look through craft books for ideas. (60 min.) CHILD
WHEN: Saturday, September 12, 2015 11:30 a.m.
Movie Matinee: "A Better Life." �Summit Entertainment. (98 min.) PG-13
WHEN: Saturday, September, 19, 2015 2:00 p.m.
Meet and Greet New County Administrator,
V. Baker
You are cordially invited to meet and greet Verdenia C. Baker, Palm Beach County's New County Administrator hosted by Concerned Citizen of South Bay, Florida, Inc. WHEN: Monday, September 14, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. WHERE: Pahokee Marina, 190 n. Lake Ave, Pahokee
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, September 15, 2015 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. WHERE: Glades Initiative, Inc., 141 SE Ave. C, Belle Glade 
Flu Shot Clinic at Pahokee's Alzheimer's Community Care Center 
Alzheimer's Community Care is hosting a Flu shot clinic. Everyone is welcome to attend; Walgreen's will be in their building administering shots.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Alzheimer's Community Care 470 E 1st St, Pahokee
87th Remembrance of the Storm of 1928 
A memorial service paying homage to over 1,600 people who lost their lives in one of the deadliest natural disasters in U.S. history on September 16, 1928 that were buried in this hallowed ground in Martin County.
REMBRANCE PROGRAM
WHEN: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Port Mayaca Memorial Gardens on State Rd. 76 in Port Mayaca
Owned & Operated the City of Pahokee
International Coastal Cleanup 
Join us, for the 30th Anniversary of the International Coastal Cleanup. Community Service Hours Given, Free Commemorative T-shirts provided to volunteers while supplies last. WHEN: Saturday September 19, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. WHERE: South Bay Marina, 103 Levee Road, South Bay Put more information here or to pre-register contact Edgar W. Kerr: 561-996-6751
A Pahokee Business Roundtable
The Pahokee Chamber of Commerce and The City of Pahokee present A Pahokee Business Roundtable. Find out what local incentives may be available to your business. Discussion of options to increase local business. Learn what CareerSource has to offer you as an employer. Discussion of marketing solutions in a small town.
WHEN: Thursday, September 24, 2015 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: 115 E. Main Street, Suites A& B, Pahokee
The Federation of Families Strengthening Family Dinner
 The Federation of Families along with the support from the Palm Beach County Substance Awareness Coalition is hosting a Strengthening Family Dinner. We will provide dinner, family fun activities and live entertainment from Youth MOVE Florida. At the conclusion of this event, each family will be given a Recipe for Family Success packet. This packet is designed to provide additional resources and activities to use during family dinner time. In addition, each family will receive an award for their participation. The Federation of Families is seeking donations such as food items and or gift cards to help make this day a great success. The Federation of Families is also asking for the following: - Nomination of two families that reside in the Glades.
- The number of family members and names of a maximum of two representatives from your agency that will be attending the dinner.
- A completed application and a scanned photo of each family which will be displayed at this event.
Nominations deadline is September 18, 2015 WHEN: Wednesday, September 30, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. WHERE: Tanner Park located, 105 Palm Beach Road, South Bay
View link for nomination forms: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/09.08.15/StrengtheningFamilyDinnerNominationForm.pdf
Glades Family Fun Fest - Free Event! 
The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners, along with several partners is hosting this Glades Family Fun Fest: Growing a community of Healthy and Strong Families. PBC Parks and Recreation Department creates opportunities for healthy and happy living. WHEN: Saturday, October 3, 2015 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. WHERE: Glades Pioneer Park, 866 S.R. 715, Belle Glade
Common Sense Parenting
Improve Your Relationship with Your Child Classes for Parents of School-Aged Children Ages 5 and Older: If you are interested in attendi  ng the classes beginning October 2015, call Ms.Sterling! Space is limited.Six-week class - Easy and practical parenting skills
- Interactive class presentations
- Award-winning parenting book
- Professional instructors
This class is FREE for Parents whose child(ren) attend the Pahokee Elementary, Middle, or High Schools! WHEN: Tuesday, October 6-November 10, 2015 WHERE: Pahokee High School, 900 Larrimore Road, Pahokee For more information and to RSVP call Ms.Sterling: (561) 924-6400
First Annual ' Eye Walk Eye Run' 5K Run and 1M Walk 
The first annual ' Eye Walk Eye Run ' has been developed to include a 5K run and a one mile walk in the city of Pahokee on October 24, 2015. The mission of this event is to educate and create awareness of diabetes and its complications in the eye. Diabetes affects millions and us one of the leading causes of blindness. Pahokee, by all statistics, appears to be a hotbed for this disease and ClearVue Now Eye Clinic is personally witnessing a generation of blindness. People don't understand their diabetes and they don't know how it can affect the eye.
Please have form a team or call us if you would like to have a booth at our event in Pahokee. WHEN: Saturday, October 24, 2015 WHERE: Pahokee
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office Night Out Against Crime
 PBSO District 5- Western Region Community Policing Unit invites you to come out and join the Palm Beach County Sheriff's in Celebrating Night Out. Join the dedicated men and women of the Palm Beach County Sheriff's office, local business and Community leaders as they united together to decrease crime. A great night for the Kids and Families and best of all its FREE fun for the kids bounce house enjoys 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 29, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. WHERE: Tanner Park, 105 Palm Beach Road, South Bay For more information call: (561) 992-1670
Become a Volunteer at Pioneer Park or K. E. Cunningham/Canal Point Elementary 
Tutor three first and/or second grade children, one-to-one, in reading at selected Title I elementary schools throughout Palm Beach County during regular school hours, effective September 2015 Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old. Commitment to tutor two sessions/week, 90 minutes/session (or team up with another volunteer and each tutor one session/week). No experience required. Training will be provided by the Literacy Coalition.
Florida Community Health Centers
 Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. is proud to provide the people of Pahokee with pediatric and adult health care services. Located at 170 S. Barfield Highway, Suite #101, we are open Monday through Friday and offer extended hours two evenings per week.
Accepting most major insurances including Health Care District of Palm Beach County, KidCare, Medicaid and Medicare, services are available on a sliding fee scale (based on annual household income and Federal Poverty Guidelines), for people without health insurance.
Appointments are encouraged and limited walk-ins are available. To make your appointment your appointment, please call 561-924-6100. Visit us on the web at www.fchcinc.org and like us on Facebook Florida Community Health Centers, Working Together for Healthier Communities.
WHEN: By Appointment Call 561-924-6100 Monday - Friday with extended hours two evenings per week. WHERE: 170 S. Barfield Highway, Suite #101, Pahokee
Job Opportunities
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English Classes for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Speak English
Registration and Testing: From Monday, August 24 -Thursday, September 3, 2015 Registration starts at 9:00 AM, sharp - Please be on time!
Class Schedule: From Tuesday, September 8 - Thursday, December 11, 2015 Classes are offered from Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Students are tested and scored at different functional levels
The Classes are provided by the Palm Beach County School District Adult Education Center the School District offers these Classes for $30.00 per term. Please bring with you to Register: Cash, Money Order, or Cashier Check made payable to: PALM BEACH COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT.
WHEN: Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - Thursday, December 11, 2015. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vickers House South, 3801 Georgia Avenue, West Palm Beach
For more information call: (561) 804-4975
View link for more details: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/07.20.15/2015VickersHouseESOLClasses.pdf
2015-2016 Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELO) Providers' Showcase Prime Time ELO providers offer out-of-school time programs a variety of rich, content-based activities in the specialized areas of academics,  positive youth development, health and wellness, and arts and creativity that help to promote continuous learning and new opportunities. WHEN: Wednesday, September 9, 2015 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Therapeutic Recreation Complex Parks and Recreation, 2728 Lake Worth Rd, Lake Worth
Nonprofit Chamber To Honor Pam Rue with Community Spirit Award 
Pam Rue, who recently retired after 29 years as executive director of the Lost Tree Charitable Foundation, will be honored for her nonprofit work at a luncheon. The Chamber awards the Community Spirit Award annually to an individual who has contributed to the overall well-being of the nonprofit community. The Foundation has provided millions of dollars in capital funding to hundreds of nonprofits under Pam's leadership.
Cost: $50 per person; $500 for table of 10.
WHEN: Thursday, September 10, 2015 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Embassy Suites, 1601 Belvedere Rd., West Palm Beach
View link for more information and how to RSVP: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/08.31.15/PamRueCommunitySpiritAward.pdf
Palm Beach County Refugee Task Force Meeting
the Palm Beach County Refugee Task Force meeting is scheduled for Friday, September 18th at 10:00 am. This is a special meeting focusing on R&P Local Consultation facilitated by the representatives from Catholic Charities Diocese of Palm Beach, Church World Service and Youth Co-Op, Inc. This meeting will be held at the Health Care District of Palm Beach County, 2601 10th Avenue North, Suite 100, Palm Springs
Following this meeting, Patti Grogan, Director of Refugee Services will meet with RS contracted service providers from 12:00 to 1:00 to share budget related information.
WHEN: Friday, September 18, 2015 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Health Care District, 2601 10th Avenue North, Suite 100, Palm Springs
For questions, call Miriam Rosario at (561) 227-6722
Summit on Palm Beach County's Journey Toward Evidence-Based Programs 
A Summit on Palm Beach County's Journey toward evidence-based programs for children and youth. Join The Children's Services Council, Palm Beach County, United Way of Palm Beach County, The School District of PBC, and CareerSource for a stimulating tour through the evolving evidence-based landscape.
This day long summit will include:
Information on the importance of program fidelity
Numerous labs to provide participants with practical information on program implementation and specific evidence-based models
This summit is offered at no cost to all attendees.
WHEN: Wednesday, September 30, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach
To register: Click here
Mental Health Association Lunch & Learn Workshops 
MHA is proud to host a series of Lunch and Learn workshops that offer the opportunity for learning about a variety of mental health topics. We also host workshops where professionals can earn continuing education credits (CEUs). A list of our upcoming events is below. If there is a topic you would like to see addressed in our Mental Health Learning and Resource Center, please contact us at info@mhapbc.org
To register for any of the workshops listed below, please visit the MHA website at: http://www.mhapbc.org
Family Strengthening Dinner
Strengthen Family Day is a national movement encouraging parents to connect with their children through family dinner. Family dinners are linked to higher grade point averages and self-esteem along with lower rates of: drug abuse, depression, and teen pregnancy. For the second year the Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County is teaming up with the Substance Awareness Coalition to present The Strengthening Family Dinner. Free
WHEN: Thursday, September 10, 2015 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
WHERE: For Youth by Youth Support Center
What is Wraparound?
This workshop is for all child-serving agencies and providers wanting to learn about Wraparound-- an evidence-based method for providing care and support to families with children who have complex behavioral health needs. Please join us for this free introductory workshop where experienced trainers Shari Thomas LCSW and Julie Radlauer-Doerfler will provide a comprehensive overview of this method, which has been encouraged and endorsed by funders Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network and Palm Beach County for all grantees.
WHEN: Monday, September 14, 2015 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
WHERE: Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County
The Power of Mental Health Screening
New confidential mental health screening tools are providing some very compelling information about how people are feeling about their mental health. About a year ago, Mental Health America added screening tools to its web site. These tools are also available on the MHAPBC web site. In just a year, an astounding 500,000 people of all ages have completed the screenings and what we are learning is astonishing.
WHEN: Thursday, September 17, 2015 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
WHERE: Mental Health Association of Palm Beach County
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Salvation Army Angel Tree Program
Are you in need of assistance this Christmas? The Salvation Army of Palm Beach County operates a holiday toy distribution program. With the help of a generous public they are able to provide toys to families in need. Families must complete an application and registration to receive assistance through The Salvation Army's Angel Tree Program. Angel Tree" Program for children 12 years old and under ONLY
2015 Belle Glade Registration:
WHEN: Thursday & Friday, October 1st & 2nd, 2015 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
WHERE: 1101 Dr MLK Jr Blvd., Belle Glade
For more information, call 561-686-3530
New Glades Quit Smoking Now Class Scheduled!
Tired of tobacco? Do you know someone who is? If you're ready to quit....we're ready to help!
Quit Smoking Now is a free, six-session group program to help you quit tobacco! Developed by ex-smokers for those who want to become ex-smokers themselves, the program also includes help for other forms of tobacco such as cigars, dip, and chew. Free nicotine patches, lozenges, and/or gum are offered(while supplies last), as well as follow-up support.
WHEN: Wednesdays 5:30 to 6:30 Beginning Oct. 7, 2015
10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade
Health and Human Service Agencies, please share information with your clients. click here for a flyer to distribute.
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Nominate Somone for the Barry Krischer Humanitarian Award
The Barry Krischer Humanitarian Award was established by the YWCA in 2008 to honor a law enforcement, social services or health care professional or organizational unit that has gone beyond the "call of duty," or what normally would be expected, to assist a victim(s) of domestic violence. The 2015 award will be presented at the DV Awareness Month opening ceremonies on October 5th. The service being commended must have taken place between August 1, 2014 and July 31, 2015.
Nominations must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2015.
Nominations should be mailed to Krischer Award Nomination, YWCA of Palm Beach County, 1016 North Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 or faxed to 561-640-9155.
Ella's Closet in the Lighthouse Caf� ~ Belle Glade
Ella's Closet, part of the Lighthouse Cafe at 400 NW Avenue B Place in Belle Glade, is a way to remember a sweet baby who was taken from us way too soon. The closet has items for new mother's
or father's in need - to purchase with "Ella Bucks" earned by attending various training's, such as infant/child CPR, drowning prevention, etc.
Donations to Ella's Closet are tax deductible. They are in need of new or gently used baby/toddler clothes,
baby toiletries, diapers in any sizes and larger items such as car seats, high chairs, walkers, and pack and plays. Due to insurance purposes, they can only accept new cribs and car seat donations. If you would prefer to make a cash donation to be used to purchase items for Ellas's closet, please make the check out to Lighthouse Cafe - Ella's Closet and mail to: RC Hatton, PO Box 220, Pahokee, FL 33476.
Donated items can be dropped off at the following locations/times:
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Lighthouse Cafe
400 SW Avenue B Place
Belle Glade, FL 33430
Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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United Methodist Church
401 SW 1st Street
Belle Glade, FL 33430
Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Terri Royal
1050 SE 18th Street
Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Debra Allen
13348 US Hwy 441 N
Canal Point, FL 33438
561-261-7723
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Turn on the Light Conference
Educational workshops, Resource area, Networking, Keynote luncheon, Continuing Education credits (CLE, CE, CEU). Make your plans now. Discounted rates for groups, students, and early registration. Limited Scholarships Available.
WHEN: Thursday, October 15, 2015
To register or to secure an Exhibitor Table in our resource area, visited by 400+ attendees.
Questions? Call 561.687.8115
SPONSORED BY: Ameriprise Financial, Center for Child Counseling, Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County, Chrysalis Health,
Lauderdale Market Place Investments, LLC, Multilingual Psychotherapy Centers, Inc, Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, Southern Waste Systems
PRESENTED BY: The Children's Healing Institute
2015 Youth Empowerment Luncheon
Join the Urban League of Palm Beach County NULITES, NextEra Energy and msnbc for the Youth Empowerment Luncheon featuring msnbc's Tamron Hall, host of "NewsNation" and co-host of NBC's TODAY Show and Ava Parker, President of Palm Beach State College. WHEN: Monday October 19, 2015 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach
Dress for Success Palm Beaches - Next Step Classes
Next Step: Great Program: Learn About Yourself, How to Find Employment, AND Get Free Work Clothes!
If you are a woman between the ages of 18 and 25 and need more confidence and assistance in building a career, this program is an adventure you will not want to miss! Free - and lunch is included! NOTE: All applications must be received NO LATER THAN August 30, 2015
After completing an intake interview, and agreeing to attend all sessions, here is what you will get: A personality assessment - learn more about yourself so you can present yourself anywhere with more confidence! Lots of help with all the aspects of looking for and finding the right job. Get to meet local Human Resources and recruiting professionals who will assist you and give you lots of information. Get a head-to-toe interview outfit from Dress for Success, and when you get the job, receive (absolutely free) a full week's worth of work outfits! (Also - free hairstyling). Participate in a class with your peers, and make new friendships that are supportive as you go through the class together- write a resume, learn how to interview.
WHEN:Tuesdays, September 15, - December 1, 2015 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lake Worth Campus of Palm Beach State College, 4200 S Congress Ave, Lake Worth
Palm Beach County Positions with Literacy AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps is a national service program, also known as the "domestic peace corps". Participants, known as AmeriCorps members, commit to 1 year of service with an AmeriCorps program, contributing 1700 hours of service to help meet a local community need.
Literacy AmeriCorps is a local AmeriCorps program sponsored by the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County.
Our program recruits 40 recent college graduates each year to serve with us, tutoring, teaching and mentoring all ages. Our members serve in elementary schools as reading tutors, in high schools as graduation coaches, in libraries teaching adults and helping children with homework, in adult education programs and nonprofits focusing on English and Employability Skills for low income adults. http://www.literacypbc.org/Programs/Literacy-AmeriCorps/
Benefits:
Annual Stipend of $12,530-paid bi-monthly
Education Award of $5,730-to pay off federal student loans or pay for college
Health Insurance Training, Professional Development, Real World Work Experience, Networking for Future Employment, Career and Resume Development
Candidates must apply online and call us directly for more information at 561-279-9103
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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
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
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