In the Community from ACEH July 9

 "You can develop the right attitude toward others if you have kindness, love and respect for them, and a clear realization of the oneness of all human beings." …  The Dalai Lama

 

Herb and Ann

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Wed, July 11, 11:30 am:  Annual picnic of Business Connections Committee of the Holland Area Chamber of Commerce.  The BCC seeks to actively listen to and address concerns of women- and minority-owned businesses.  Make reservations with Rosa Lugo at rlugo@hollandchamber.org or (616) 392-1838 and bring a dish to pass.  At Kollen Park on Lake Macatawa, Van Raalte Ave, Holland.

 

Fri, July 13, 7 pm:  Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH) general meeting, open to the public. Holland musician Alexander Washington will share his music and the story of his recent trip to Ghana; his journey included writing his family's name on the "Door of No Return," the area where slaves were held and then sent to America. Using guitar and Djimbe drum, Washington will present songs he wrote in Ghana.  At Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.

 

Fri, July 13, 7 pm: Lakeshore Women for Peace gathering at the Peace Pole; includes meditations, prayers, and presentation on peace and patriotism by Mayor Al McGeehan.  At Smallenberg Park, Fairbanks Ave. north of 16th St., Holland.

 

Sat, July 14, 5 pm to 7:30 pm: Fundraiser dinner of authentic Latin American food (eat in or carry-out) to support mission trip to Ecuador by local residents Vicente and Silvia Nunez.  Adults, $10; children 11-13, $5; free for kids 10 and under. Tickets, information: Liz Lopez, (616) 406-2220.  At Resurrection Life Church-Holland campus/Iglesia Vida, 1006 South Washington Ave., Holland.

 

Sat, July 14, 8 pm: Salsa Night, sponsored by Tulipanes Latino Art and Film Festival, music by Orquesta Sensacional.  Lessons on salsa and Latin dance start at 8 pm; live music and dancing, 9 pm to midnight.  $10 before the event (on sale at Holland Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, 76 East 8th St); $15 at the door (cash or checks only).  At Holland Armory, 9th St between River and Central Ave, Holland.

 

Sun, July 15, 11 am: "The Essence of Hinduism," by Dr. Indra Makhija. For information, www.mothertrust.org or email tapas@accn.org; (269) 543-3951.  At Mothers Trust/Lakeshore Interfaith Institute, 6676 122^nd Ave, Ganges.

 

Sun, July 22, 11 am: Spiritual Treasures of Taoism; from 2 to 4 pm, Techniques of Chinese Medicine; both presentations by Robert Chelnic.  At Mothers Trust/Lakeshore Interfaith Institute, 6676 122^nd Ave, Ganges.

 

Tues, July 24, 10 am: Planning meeting for 2008 Summit on Racism, which takes place at Hope College May 20.  RSVP to Gail Harrison at Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance, leda@ethnicdiversity.org.  At Macatawa Resource Center, 665 136^th, Holland.

 

Sun, Aug 5, 1 to 4 pm: Ninth annual Potluck in the Park of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony; everyone is welcome. Music, activities for children, good fellowship, great food. Please bring a dish to share; ACEH will provide beverages and table service. At Ransom Park, 16500 Ransom between 160th and 168th, north of Quincy, north side of Holland.