Take Stock in Children Upcoming Mentor Training in The Glades
The Take Stock in Children Mentor Training will cover the necessary information to get started as a Take Stock in Children mentor. WE NEED YOU! With the Support from The United Way of Palm Beach County and Children's Services Council, Take Stock in Children is accepting 60 freshman students at Glade's Central High School into their program. Each of these students must receive a mentor to be in compliance to earn their college scholarship. How do you become a mentor?
* Attend a mentor training for an hour and a half. * Receive a Level 2 background check * Meet with mentee once a week at their school at least 3 times a month.
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND CHANGE A LIFE IN BELLE GLADE. THANK YOU. Attend one of the trainings below and learn more.
WHEN: Monday, October 26, 2015 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Highway Belle Glade
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WHEN: Wednesday, November 04, 2015 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Highway Belle Glade
Everyone has a story and we're telling it at BRIDGES! Come and join BRIDGES and our parents as we share stories and read our favorite books. This family friendly activity will encourage the little ones to read, read, and read!
WHEN: Tuesday, October 27, 2015 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: BRIDGES at Belle Glade, 816 West Canal Street South, Belle Glade
New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church Will be Celebrating Their 15th Year
New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church will be celebrating its 15th year church/Pastor anniversary in the Glades. They are honored to have with them the dynamic, Bishop Victor T Curry of Miami to be their guest speaker. They cordially invite you and your congregation to come and celebrate with them as they give Praise to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
WHEN: Wednesday October 28, 2015 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church, 1650 South Main St., Belle Glade
For more information you may call 561-261-2300 or 286-266-1818.
Bridges at Pahokee Glade October Highlights
Turn Up the Heat Community Barbecue
Join us for a Community BBQ as we learn about the effects of domestic violence on children. We'll have interactive stations that include "Spin the Wheel," Arts and Crafts, and information on community resources. Also, a bounce house, snow-cone machine and FOOD. Parent Participation Required
WHEN: Thursday, October 29, 2015 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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. "If you would like to participate as a vendor, please contact Marcia Bahia at bahiam@pbso.org prior toOctober 15, 2015."
WHEN: Thursday, October 29, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tanner Park, 105 Palm Beach Road, South Bay
Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week at Project Homeless Connect
Are you homeless? The Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County brings you project homeless connect FREE RESOURCES Clothing, Toiletries, Haircuts, Food, Health Screens, HIV Testing, and many other resources to assist your temporary crisis situation many Free Services Including: P.B.C. Homeless, Services Program, Assessment Screening, Food Stamps, Medicaid / Medicare, Local Homeless Service, Provider Agencies, Veteran Services, Palm Beach, County Service, and more.
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2015 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee, 360 E. Main Street, Pahokee
For more information and to RSVP contact Michelle Howell-Phillips: (561) 355-9917 or mhowell1@pbcgov.org
Open enrollment for Obamacare Begins November 1st to January 31st
You may qualify for financial assistance. If you'd like to enroll for health insurance and receive free in-person
assistance from a federally certified navigator come to the Belle Glade Civic Center. Walk ins are welcomed and you can also schedule an appointment by calling (561) 400-3726. Please bring the following with you to enroll:
Social Security Numbers (or document numbers for legal immigrants, i.e. green card, naturalization certificate, TPS etc.)
Employer and income information for every member of your household who is on your tax return who needs coverage (for example, from pay stubs or W-2 forms-Wage and Tax Statements)
Policy numbers for any current health insurance plans covering members of your household
If you have an account with the healthcare marketplace (healthcare.gov) already please bring your username and password
If you've received a letter from your insurance company or from healthcare.gov, please bring with you to your appointment
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2015 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Civic Center, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade
Contact for more information or to schedule and appointment contact Florence French: 561-400-3726
The Town of Palm Beach United Way Traveling T-Shirt Contest & Turkey Trot
The Town of Palm Beach United Way Traveling T-Shirt Contest Is Back
Help us spread the word. While traveling this summer, seed us a picture of yourself (and family or friend) wearing you
7th Annual Town of Palm Beach United Way 5K Turkey TrotLIVE UNITED gear. The person or group of people pictured wearing their shirt(s) the furthest distance from the Town of Palm Beach United Way office will win these amazing LIVE UNITED prizes. Please note: Photos will be shared on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the Town of Palm Beach United Way website.
This Thanksgiving holiday help those in need by participating in the 7th Annual Town of Palm Beach United Way 5K Turkey Trot. Before you stuff your face, kick-off your holiday by joining along with family, friends and neighbors for the only race on the island of Palm Beach. The Town of Palm Beach United Way 5K Turkey Trot will begin and end in Bradley Park. Participants are asked to report to the starting line by 7:15am. The race will begin promptly at 7:30am. For those participating in the FUN RUN please be at the starting line by 8:20am.
Now - October 31, 2015$30 November 1, 2015 - November 24, 2015$40Race Day Registration (November 26) $100 For more information or if you need a shirt call: (561) 655-1919 or info@palmbeachunitedway.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) 5K Walk
Join Palm Beach County Health Mental Health walk to raise awareness & fight stigma NAMI Walks Palm Beach County 5k FREE community event. Check-in 8:00 a.m.
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2015 8:00 a.m.
WHERE: John Prince Park, 4759 Congress Ave, Lake Worth
Join the Women's Foundation of Palm Beach County in building girls leadership in STEM. .The 6th annual Glades Leadership Institute will focus on providing Middle and High School girl hands on experience in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Each attendee will have the opportunity to choose a STEM workshop such as how to create a hydroponic garden, isolate your own your DNA, or create a solar power source. They will also participate in workshops that will teach them how to market their projects in a real world scenario. Nominate a girl for an interactive day of workshop and discussions where she will gain new experience and make new friends. No cost to participate include breakfast, lunch, and snack
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2015 8:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Scripps Research Institute, 130 Scripps Way, Jupiter
Parents who have a child with a disability will not want to miss out on this opportunity to hear about Self-Determination: Providing a Roadmap For Success! Please share this with as many parents as possible. The Palm Beach County ESE Advisory Council and School District's ESE Department invite parents to attend this year's Fall Parent Forum. Detailed information is below and attached. The topic covered at this forum, Self-Determination, is meant to help parents facilitate children with disabilities "to undertake a measure of control in their lives, helping to set and steer the course rather than remaining the silent passenger." Come participate in the community resource fair, presentation and break-out sessions!
Community Resource Fair 5 pm to 5:55 pm
Presentation on the ESE Department & Self-Determination 6 pm to 6:55 pm
Break-out Sessions- 7 pm to 8 pm
WHEN: Thursday, November 19, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Santaluces High School, 6880 Lawrence Road, Lantana
For more information and to RSVP contact Ms. Marilyn Segura-Orozco: (561) 434-8740 or ESEAdvisoryCouncil@gmail.com
Financial Empowerment Center Expands to Delray Beach
Need a job? Need a better job? Want your spending under control? Want to save for the future? Want to buy a house? Ready for a positive change? So, if your unemployed, 18 years or older, have the desire to work towards a better future stop by our office. Se habla Espa�ola Nou pale Kreyol
For more information call Lydia or Sophia: (561) 833-1461 ex 3010 (561) 833-1461 ex 3006
The National Dance Company of Siberia - Holiday Festival and Tree-Lighting Opens the 2015-2016 Dolly Hand Season
Get ready to be "wowed" by the National Dance Company of Siberia, as they open the 2015-2016 season at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center! From the frozen and spectacular city of Krasnoyarsk, Siberia, the home of unique folk dance art and traditional dances and songs that have been passed down over hundreds of years, comes this amazing company of 45 dancers. These wonderfully trained professionals will transport you to another world with their virtuoso performances, leaving a deep impression of an exotically different evening of dance. This great show that illustrates more than 200 costumes, superb choreography of dances from different regions of Russia and Siberia and unforgettable music is a must-see event! Everything from the costume design to the dancing is breathtaking! Prior to the show, come and see the Holiday Festival and Tree-Lighting from 6 - 7 pm! Santa will arrive on a fire truck at 6 pm, and then he'll stay for photos taken by the Dolly Hand's photographer, Manuel Moya
(free to performance ticket holders). There will also be free refreshments and entertainment from the
Children's Choir of the Living Christmas Tree, and the beautiful tree-lighting for the 10th Annual Festival of Trees.
WHEN: Monday, November 9, 2015 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Art Center, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade
We Treat A Broad Range Of Aliments, Conditions And Minor Emergencies. Medical & Healthcare, Dot/Cdl Medical Exam, Ultrasound/CT Scans/MRI, School/Work/Sport Physical, Urgent Care and much more for a low rate of $49.99.
WHEN: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: 25 Dr Mlk Blvd E, Belle Glade
For more information call (561) 983-8571
Peppi Head Start Lutheran Services Florida is Now Recruiting
Peppi Head Start Is now accepting applications for 3 and 4 year olds to be added to our wait list. Child must be 3 on or before September 1st of the current school year. Services Available: Preschool Education, School Supplies, Field Trips, Nutritional Meals and Snacks, Health and Disability Services, and Family Advocacy spaces are limited so don't delay.
For more information and or to apply visit PEPPI Head Start at: 301 SW 8301 8THTH Street, Belle Glade or call (561) 996-1718
Parents, It's Time for Your Teen! A Free Education Program
All persons who complete the full-day seminar will receive $50.00! Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack provided. Learn about topics to share with your teens, such as: answering difficult questions, communicating values, sexually transmitted infections, birth control options, teachable moments, and ways to say "NO" confidently. All participants will receive a take-home folder and resource materials. Space is limited so reserve your seat
WHEN: Saturday, November 07, 2015 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Bridges of Belle Glade, 816 West Canal Street South, Belle Glade
Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week at Project Homeless Connect
Save the date: Project Homeless Connection - Pahokee
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2015 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee
For more information and to RSVP contact Michelle Howell-Phillips: (561)355-9917 or mhowell1@pbcgov.org
The Glades Initiative's Annual Thanksgiving Potluck
The Glades Initiative invites all our partners and community supporters to join us at our annual Thanksgiving Potluck with an optional gift exchange.
WHEN: Friday, November 20, 2015 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc., 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade
Kindly RSVP to Sandy at (561) 996-3310 or sdesty@gladesinitiative.org with the number attending and what dish you will bring.
The Glades Initiative's Annual United Way Campaign
For our workplace campaign to support the United Way of Palm Beach County, The Glades Initiative invites you to participate in our 50/50 prize drawing. 50% of the total collected will go to the owner of the ticket selected. The ticket selection will take place at our Annual Thanksgiving Potluck on November 20, and 50% of the total collected will be donated to The United Way of Palm Beach County. Tickets are currently available for a $1.00 donation at our office or from any of our staff members. You need not be present to win.
We also invite you to participate in another tradition to support our United Way workplace campaign. Silent auction items are donated, created and/or baked by our staff. All items up for auction are on display at our office. Bidding ends at our Thanksgiving Potluck on November 20, 2015. Thank you for helping to support our workplace campaign.
WHEN: Now until November 20, 2015
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade
See any Glades Initiative staff to make a $1 donation for a 50/50 Raffle ticket
Obamacare Enrollment Information
A representative from Enroll America is available to meet one on one with you to discuss your healthcare options for Obamacare. Open enrollment/renewals begin November 1st and end January 31st.
WHEN: Mondays November 2- January 25, 2016
WHERE: Belle Glade Library 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Loula V York Branch Library (Pahokee) 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Clarence E. Anthony Library (South Bay) 5:001 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
For more information contact Florence French: (561) 400-3726
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El Sol's 8th Annual ArtFest: CommUnity/ComUnidad
El Sol's Annual ArtFest, presented by Community Foundation, is Jupiter's premier cultural event that highlights the folkloric and colorful art ofGuatemalan, Mexican, and other Latin American artists in South Florida. ArtFest is a 4-hour celebration that attracts over 1,000 people and features musical acts, cultural dances, and delicious food from food trucks, the El Sol Workers' Council, and vegan/vegetarian options from the Sunshine Organic Community Garden. ArtFest 2015 is the perfect place to get an early start on holiday shopping. Vendors will be selling art, photography, handmade crafts and jewelry. Crowd favorites like Pedro Chavajay, Lenin Cochoy, and El Sol Sews will be at the event. A call to vendors has been announced. Application deadline is on October 15th
WHEN: Sunday, November 8, 2015 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Jupiter Neighborhood Resource Center, 106 Military Trail Jupiter
For more information or to become a vendor contact David Urieta: (561) 506-2477 ordavid@friendsofelsol.org
The Junior League of Boca Raton 2015 Fall Non-Profit Leadership Series
All training's will take place at: Junior League of Boca Raton, 261 NW 13th Street, Boca Raton
Classes include:
Grant Writing: The Basics October 15, 2015 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm No Cost DiSC� Behavioral Styles October 27, 2015 9:00 am - 11:00 am No Cost Introduction to the VCRC Grant Library November 3 and Dec. 1, 2015 9:00 am - 10:00 am No Cost Mobile Technology November 12, 2015 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm No Cost Grant Writing: Two-Day Intensive November 19 & 20, 2015 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $125 Succession Planning December 10, 2015 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm No Cost Cloud Computing Essentials December 17, 2015 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm No Cost
The Diabetes Coalition of Palm Beach County is hosting Diabetes Week Events and Needs Your Help with: Diabetes Risk Assessments and Screenings and Pre and Post-Event Activities including "Diabetes Awareness Day". Volunteer Training: Training is required for Volunteers Helping with diabetes risk assessments training will be completed via the Diabetes Coalition's website. We're asking for students, nurses, physicians and all others who would like to help -Spanish & Creole Translators Needed!
WHEN: Thursday, November 12, 2015 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Bi-Annual Palm Beach County Hunger Relief and Food Security Meeting
System update meeting & discussion ending hunger, imagining the possibilities with special guest speaker: Enid Borden, Founder, President and CEO, National Foundation to End Senior Hunger*
WHEN: Monday, November 16, 2015 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
WHERE: Clayton Hutchenson Agricultural Center, Exhibit Hall A, 559 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach
Free Shred. America Recycles Day is an initiative of Keep America Beautiful, and is set aside to celebrate environmental efforts across the U.S. The Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County (SWA) will host a celebration in honor of America Recycles Day that will include a paper shredding event and tours of our Education Center.
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2015 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: SWA Education Center, 6751 N. Jog Road, West Palm Beach
For more information call: 561-640-4000
Caridad Center's Family Festival November 14, 2015
Join the Caridad Center as they "Give Life, Give Hope" to our communities. Come and help engage our community. Healthy lifestyle demonstrations, Free testing and screenings, Community Resource Awareness, Family Entertainment, Music, Physical Activities, Raffles, Games, and much more.
Caridad is currently looking for vendors and sponsors to participate in the event.
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2015
WHERE: Caridad Center, Address: 8645 W. Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach
For more information, contact Gloria Marquez Tel: 561-737-6336 ext. 124 Email: petprogram@caridad.org
The Community Health Center of West Palm Beach, at 2100 W. 45th Street, Suite A-8, in partnership with the Florida Optometry Eye Health Fund, will provide free comprehensive eye care to eligible uninsured residents through the end of 2015. People must bring a photo ID and proof of income.
WHEN: Now until December 2015
WHERE: Community Health Center of West Palm Beach, 2100 W. 45th Street, Suite A-8, West Palm Beach
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.orgor (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
Make a donation to The Glades Initiative, Inc.
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certified navigator come to the Belle Glade Civic Center. Walk ins are welcomed and you can also schedule an appointment by calling (561) 400-3726. Please bring the following with you to enroll: 
