"It is community that calls me beyond the pinched horizons of my own life, my own country, my own race, and gives me the gifts I do not have within me."... Sr. Joan Chittister
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Today through 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec.10: Last five days to see the outstanding "Latin American Graphics" touring exhibition, with works by 39 artists from 15 countries. Admission fee. At Holland Museum, 31 West 10th Street, Holland.
Thurs., Dec. 7, 7:15 pm: “The Promise of World Peace,” on moving past racism; by David Douglas, who will discuss his experiences of racism and work to improve race relations in this area. He is co-author, with his mother, of "Marriage Beyond Black and White”; teacher of courses in multicultural education and racism, a member of the Baha'i faith, and first president of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony. Sponsored by Holland Peacemakers; www.hollandpeacemakers.org (616) 335-2686. At Leaf and Bean Too, Columbia Ave. and 19th St, Holland.
Fri., Dec. 8 through April 29, 2007: ”Slavery on Trial: The Long Road to Freedom,” exhibit of more than 100 artifacts from 30 institutions across the country; uses the 1857 Supreme Court decision in the Dred Scott case to focus on the issue of slavery and its impact and continuance. $7 adults; $6 seniors; $3 ages 6-18; free age 5 and younger. Open 9 am to 5 pm daily. Call (616) 254-0400 or www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov At Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, 303 Pearl St., NW, Grand Rapids.
Mon., Dec. 11, 7:30 pm: Opening reception for “Slavery on Trial” exhibit (see above), with lecture by civil rights activist Roger Wilkins. At Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, 303 Pearl St., NW, Grand Rapids.
Tues., Dec. 12, 5:30 to 7 pm: Open house for Holland Free Health Clinic, which coordinates free medication and dental services for eligible underserved persons. Call (616) 392-3610 or www.hfhclinic.org At 99 West 26th St., off Michigan Ave. in front of Faith Christian Reformed Church, Holland.
Tues., Dec. 12, 5:30 to 7:30 pm: Super Tuesday Holiday Celebration, with free dinner, entertainment, gifts, and a special guest from the North Pole; family fun, everyone is welcome. A collaboration of Community Action House, City of Holland, and Center for Women in Transition; sponsored by Chemical Bank. For information, call Ourstreet/Neighborhood Liaison Program, (616) 355-3127. At Western Seminary, 101 East 13th St., Holland (corner of College Ave. and 13th). /Martes Gigante Celebración: Habra comida gratis, entretenimiento, sorpresas; todos están bienvenidos. Para mas información, llamar (616) 355-3127.
