"The world in which you were born is just one model of reality. Other cultures are not failed attempts at being you—they are unique manifestations of the human spirit." … Wade Davis
Herb and Ann
Tues, Dec 4, 6:30 pm: Amiel Gahima, who survived the Rwandan genocide that claimed his wife and their unborn twins, will tell of his experiences, the history of Rwanda, the impact of the genocide on his life, and the relief organization he has established, Life Lifting Hands (www.lifeliftinghands.org) $2 freewill donation is suggested. Presentation organized by students of the Hope College Encounter with Cultures class taught by Kim Douglas of the Hope English faculty. At Dimnent Memorial Chapel, College Ave at 12th St, Holland.
Sat, Dec 8, 5:30 pm: Annual holiday potluck and cultural sharing party of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH). Everyone is welcome; please bring a dish to share from your own culture and a nonperishable food, paper or hygiene item for local foods banks. Music by elementary and high school musicians; family activities. www.harmonyalliance.org, aceh@harmonyalliance.org or call Kim at (616) 405-6761. At First United Methodist Church fellowship hall, 57 West 10th St (use 9th St entrance), Holland.
Sun, Dec 9, 11 am: "Indigenous Spirituality of the Philippines," by James Perkinson, PhD and Lily Mendoza, PhD. 2 pm to 5 pm: Holiday auction and special concert; all welcome. (269) 543-3951; email tapas@accn.org or www.motherstrust.org At Mothers Trust/Lakeshore Interfaith Institute, 6676 122nd Ave, Ganges
