"I believe that to meet the challenges of our times, human beings will have to develop a greater sense of universal responsibility. Each of us must learn to work not just for oneself, one's own family or nation, but for the benefit of all humankind. Universal responsibility is the key to human survival. It is the best foundation for world peace." … The Dalai Lama
Herb and Ann
Mon, June 2: Computer classes in Spanish and English begin this week at Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP); classes are for three hours each, over six consecutive weeks. Cost is $25 per series. Basic computer skills: Mondays at 9 am or 6 pm; advanced classes, Tuesdays 9 am or 6 pm. Register by calling Leroy Hernandez at (616) 392-5058. Classes are part of LAUP's employment training program, Steps to Success, funded by a grant from the Holland/Zeeland Community Foundation. At LAUP computer lab, 100 North Fairbanks, Holland.
Thurs, June 12: 4:30 pm to 8 pm: City of Holland Neighborhood Park Celebration. Family activities, children's games, information on city and youth programs and other resources. Meet your neighbors. Sponsored by Holland Police Department Community Relations Commission and the Neighborhood Liaison Program. For more information, call 355-3127. At Moran Park, corner of West 22nd Street and Pine Avenue, Holland.
Fri, June 13, 7 pm: General meeting of Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony; public is invited. Video, "Blue Eyes," and discussion led by Rev. Angela Taylor Perry. This powerful video is based on an exercise developed by teacher/diversity trainer Jane Elliott, in which people were treated differently based on assigned eye color; the message it illustrates about discrimination is literally "eye-opening." (616) 392-5086; www.harmonyalliance.org or email aceh@harmonyalliance.org. At Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.
Sat, June 21, 1 pm to 7 pm: Seventh annual Juneteenth celebration, with a focus on educating youth. College representatives; local groups; activities for children; Gospel music group, The Silver Star Singers, from Chicago; Kevin Kollins and his African drummers; Lakeshore Idol winner Lasondra Leffler. Keynote speaker, Wayne Coleman. Groups wishing to have an information table at the event should apply by June 10. Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States; from its origin in Galveston, Texas, in 1865, the observance as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States and beyond; see www.juneteenthholland.org For information, contact wcoleman@corecityleap.com At Kollen Park, Van Raalte Ave at Lake Macatawa, Holland.
Sat, June 21, 7 pm until midnight: "Around the World in Artists' Alley," fundraiser "with an international flair" for Holland Area Arts Council. Street performers; includes street performers, auctions, dancing in the street with the Moses Mares Project. Cost is $45; RSVP by June 2 to 396-3278. At Eldean's Boat Shed, 2160 South Shore Drive, Holland.
Sun, June 22, 7 pm: Summertime reflections at Holland's Peace Pole, "envisioning what a peace-filled world will be like." Sponsored by Lakeshore Women for Peace. (616) 335-2686 or www.ls-women-for-peace.blogspot.com Also will be held on July 27 and August 24. At Smallenburg Park, Fairbanks Ave and 16th St, Holland.
COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY
Maple Avenue Ministries needs volunteers for its multicultural summer MAC-REC program, an afternoon and evening recreation program for children in Holland's central city. Hours are 4:30 to 8:30 pm, Monday to Friday, until Labor Day. Volunteers can work in the clubhouse serving drinks and snacks or outside in the parking lot to play and help supervise recreation; commitment is two hours once a week (same time each week). Help build relationships with children and families in Holland. Contact Brittnee Longwell at (616) 886-6345. At 427 Maple Ave, corner of 17th and Maple, Holland.
