In the Community from ACEH December 3

"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

 This information is provided by the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH).  If you do not wish to receive it in the future, please contact hpweller@comcast.net or editann@aol.com.  Events List is also posted on the ACEH website, www.harmonyalliance.org.

Tues, Dec 4, 8:30 am:  "Strategies for a Culturally Competent Region," report of the West Michigan Chamber Coalition (Grand Haven, Grand Rapids, Holland, Muskegon).  Register by phone at (616) 771-0332 or email tricel@grandrapids.org  At Grand Valley State University Alumni House and Visitor Center, 11150 North Campus Dr, Allendale.

 

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 12^th 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 10^th St (use 9^th 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 122^nd Ave, Ganges