In the Community from ACEH March 31

 

"I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the community, and as long as I live it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can." … George Bernard Shaw

 

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.

 

Today, Mon, Mar 31, noon: Great Decisions 2008: "Urgently in Need of Repair: The U.S. Relationship with Latin America."  Presentation, discussion with Michael Shifter, Inter-American Dialogue.  Sponsored by Herrick District Library and World Affairs Council.  At Herrick District Library, River Ave at 12^th St, Holland.

 

Today, Mon, Mar 31, 7:30 pm: 12th annual Paul B. Henry Lecture: "Religious Tolerance—Love Your Neighbor," by Dean Koldenhoven, former mayor of Palos Heights, IL, and recipient of the 2002 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award for supporting the sale of a vacant church to the  Al Salam Mosque Foundation despite the opposition of the city council and local residents.  At Calvin College Prince Conference Center, 1800 East Beltline, SE, Grand Rapids.

 

Fri, Apr 4, 6 pm until 9 pm:  "Under the Banyan Tree," paintings of day-to-day life in modern India by Holland artist Sandra R. Hansen.   Pakoras and tea will be served, and henna painting done.  Hansen's paintings will be displayed indefinitely.  At Taj India Restaurant, 91 Douglas Ave, Holland (across from D&W).

 

Tues, Apr 8: Start of 14-week class "Reflections on the Life of the Spirit," by ACEH founders and Baha'is Kim and David Douglas.  www.motherstrust.org or (269) 543-3951.  At Mothers Trust/Lakeshore Interfaith Institute, 6676 122^nd Ave, Ganges.

 

Fri, Apr 11, 7 pm: General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony, open to the public.  "Peace at All Costs—How to Love Your Enemy," by John Johnston, a native of Northern Ireland speaking about "the Troubles," the religious civil war that affected the country for many years.  aceh@harmonyalliance.org, www.harmonyalliance.org or call (616) 212-7159.  At Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.

 

Mon, Apr 14, 7 pm until 8:30 pm: Model Seder of Temple Emanuel, to which the community is invited as part of the Temple's "continued interest in sharing Jewish traditions with our neighbors."  The seder is a ceremonial meal that begins the celebration of Passover.  Seating is lmited--RSVP requested; call (616) 459-5976. At 1715 East Fulton St, Grand Rapids.

 

Sat, Apr 19, 12:45 pm: Heal with Teal 5K walk/run event sponsored by Center for Women in Transition "to raise awareness about the problem of sexual violence in our community."  (April is nationally recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.) $15 fee. Register online at www.aplaceforwomen.org  For information, call Anna DeHaan, (616) 494-1725.  Event begins at Centennial Park in downtown Holland.

 

Wed, Apr 23, 11 am: Business Connections Recognition Luncheon of the Holland Area Chamber of Commerce. Awards given to Minority Business of the Year and Outstanding Advocate for Minority-Owned  Businesses; featured presenter is Martha González-Cortes, Hispanic Center of Western Michigan.  Cost is $30. Email info@hollandchamber.org, web www.holland-chamber.org or call (616) 392-2389. At Laketown Golf and Conference Center, 6069 Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck.

 

 

In the Community from ACEH March 18

"We are here to awaken from the illusion of our separateness."… Thich Nhat Hanh, Vietnamese Zen master, poet and peace activist

 

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.

Thurs, Mar 20, 6:30 pm: Film, "Adam's Apples." In this Danish comedy, "Ivan, an optimistic preacher, takes in convicts to help around the remote rural church he ministers; one of them, Adam, decides to shake Ivan out of his rose-colored world."

Free.  Herrick District Library, River Ave. at 12^th St, Holland.

 

Mon, Mar 24, noon: Great Decisions 2008: The State of the U. S. Military.  Discussion; brown bag lunch provided.  Sponsored by Herrick District Library and the World Affairs Council.  At Herrick District Library, River Ave at 12^th St, Holland.

 

Wed, Mar 26, 4 pm: César Chávez Celebration.  Maas Auditorium, Hope College, Columbia Ave at 11th St, Holland.

 

Wed, Mar 26, 8 pm: Concert of South Indian percussion with Western classical music by acclaimed musicians: pitched-drum artist Rohan Krishnamurthy and violinist Ayano Ninomiya. Free. At Wichers Auditorium, Nykerk Hall of Music, center of Hope College campus between College and Columbia Avenues, Holland.

 

Sat, Mar 29, 5 pm: Sixth annual Migrant Community Fair.  Information from agencies and businesses, drawings for gifts, entertainment, food; dancing from 8 to 10 pm.  Hosted by West Ottawa Migrant/Bilingual Program. (616) 994-5189; or email becerrasilvar@westottawa.net  At West Ottawa High School South Campus, 3600 152^nd Ave, Holland.

 

Mon, Mar 31, noon: Great Decisions 2008: Urgently in Need of Repair: The U. S. Relationship with Latin America.  Presentation, discussion with Michael Shifter, Inter-American Dialogue.  Sponsored by Herrick District Library and World Affairs Council.  At Herrick District Library, River Ave. at 12th St, Holland.

 

Through April 6: Sosaku Hanga: Post War Japanese Woodcut Prints.  Exhibit of 39 prints by Japan's most renowned Sosaku artists.  Museum admission fee.  At Holland Museum, 31 West 10^th St, Holland. (Closed on Tuesdays)

 

March 21, 1965: The 54-mile voting rights march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, began.  From Black Facts 2008: Black History Every Day.

 

 

 

In the Community from ACEH March 10

"Thou shalt not be a victim,

Thou shalt not be a perpetrator,

Above all, thou shalt not be a bystander."

--Displayed at the Holocaust Museum, Washington, DC

 

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.

Mon, Mar 10, 7 pm: "Costa Rica Birds and Plants," key components of one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world; presented by Hope College professor Greg Murray.  At Herrick District Library auditorium, River Ave at 12^th St, Holland.

 

Wed, Mar 12, 4:30 pm until 6:30 pm: Latino Food Festival.  $5 for community members.  At Phelps and Cook Dining Halls, Hope College.

 

Fri, Mar 14, 6 pm:  Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony meets to hear composer Gwyneth Walker and the poetry of Langston Hughes; sponsored by the Holland Chorale.  Open to all, free.  At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8^th St, Holland.

 

Sat, Mar 15: Noon.  St. Patrick's Day parade. Begins at Eighth Street Market Place, travels east to 8^th and College Ave., downtown Holland.

 

Sat, Mar 15, 7:30 pm:  Holland Chorale concert, including world premier of "I've Known Rivers" with poetry of Langston Hughes. Preconcert talk at 7 pm. Tickets $14 seniors, $17 adults, $5 students; (616) 494-0256 or www.hollandchorale.org. At Central Avenue Christian Reformed Church, Central Ave at Centennial Park, Holland.

 

Sun, Mar 16, 5:30 pm: Community potluck.  Bring a dish to pass, meet new people, share ideas. 355-2251. At Leaf and Bean, Columbia Ave at 19^th St, Holland.

 

Mon, Mar 17, 6 pm: Reach for the Stars fundraiser for Center for Women in Transition.  Speaker Jeanette Walls, journalist and author of "The Glass Castle."  Food, raffle, silent auction.  Tickets $100.  Call (616) 494-1744 or www.aplaceforwomen.org  At Laketown Golf & Conference Center, 6069 Blue Star Memorial Highway, Saugatuck.

 

Wed, Mar 19, 9 am until 2 pm: "Spring to Success" Career Fair, co-sponsored by Michigan Works.  Jobs include factory, professional, skilled trades, clerical, more.  Please do not bring children to this event.  At Holland Civic Center, Pine Ave between 8^th and 9^th Sts, Holland.

 

Wed, Mar 19, 7 pm: "Don't Blink—How China and Other Emerging Economies Will Change Your Life," by Professor John Doggett, University of Texas.  He has "lectured widely about global competition and is an expert on the growth strategies of China and India."  Free, open to the public.  Sponsored by Holland Board of Public Works and Zeeland Board of Public Works.  At Haworth Inn and Conference Center, 225 College Ave, Holland.

 

Fri, Mar 21, 8:30 am until 11:30 am: Gang Awareness I workshop to teach "basic identifiers and information about gang culture and lifestyle" (repeats January session).  Gang Awareness II workshop runs from 1 pm to 4 pm (Gang Awareness I is a prerequisite), to share solutions, ideas, results, advice.  Workshops are free, but online registration required at www.oaisd.org.  For information, call (877) 702-8600, ext. 4110 or bschroed@oaisd.org.  At Ottawa Area Intermediate School District Educational Services Building, 13656 Port Sheldon Street, Holland.

 

Sat, Mar 22, 8:30 am: Teen Summit. Open to adults and youth. Topics include economic prosperity, education, diversity, substance abuse, building an ideal community, gang violence.  Register at www.youthservices.cityofholland.com or call Erin at 355-1328.  Hosted by city of Holland and Holland Youth Advisory Council.  At Black River School, 491 Columbia Ave, Holland.