In the Community from ACEH July 29

"Perhaps travel cannot prevent bigotry, but by demonstrating that all peoples cry, laugh, eat, worry, and die, it can introduce the idea that if we try and understand each other, we may even become friends."  … Maya Angelou

 

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.

Fri, Aug 1, 6 pm to 8 pm: Opening for "Native Discovery," a Native American exhibit.  Sponsored by the Outdoor Discovery Center.  At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8^th St, Holland.

 

Tues, Aug 5, 8 pm: Circle Theatre's production of "Crowns," a "moving and celebratory musical play in which hats become a springboard for exploration of black history and identity, as told through the experience of a young black girl who has moved south."  Gospel music underscores narratives.  Nokomis Foundation will have a display of hats in the lobby.  Proceeds benefit Grand Rapids Area Center for Ecumenism.  Tickets $30; group rates available.  Call Lisa Mitchell at (616) 643-0227 or lmitchell@graceoffice.org for tickets.  At Aquinas College Performing Arts Center, 1607 Robinson Rd SE, Grand Rapids.

 

Sunday, Aug 10, 1:30 pm: 10^th annual Potluck in the Park of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH).  Public is invited.  Please bring a dish to share, from your family's ethnic background; ACEH will provide beverages and table service.  Music, children's activities including a piñata, fellowship and good conversation, and great food.  Invite your neighbors, newcomers and "old-timers" in the community, co-workers, friends and family. Extra lawn chairs are appreciated.  392-5086 or email aceh@harmonyalliance.org  At Ransom Park on Holland's north side (west of Butternut between 160th and 168th streets, north of Quincy and south of New Holland).

 

Tues, Aug 12, 5 pm: REGISTRATION DEADLINE for entrants to compete in Salsa Showdown at the Holland Farmers Market (see August 16, below) to benefit Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP).  Fees: $15 for amateurs; $20 restaurants. Contact Kara Barney, Farmers Market event coordinator, at (616) 928-0676, email salsa@hollandfarmersmarket.com; website: www.hollandfarmersmarket.com

 

Tues, Aug 12, 7 pm: Forum, "Where is the Moral Outrage in our Church Community Today?" led by Henry Idema III, PhD, pastoral assistant at Grace Episcopal Church, Holland; discussion to explore what issues of peace and justice people want to see addressed by today's church community.  Sponsored by Lakeshore Women for Peace, (616) 335-2686; www.ls-women-for-peace.blogspot.com  At Herrick District Library auditorium, 300 South  River, Holland.

 

Sat, Aug 16, 10 am to 1 pm: Salsa Showdown at Holland Farmers Market, with entries prepared by pre-registered amateurs (individuals and teams) and restaurants in the categories of mild, hot, and inferno.  Farmers Market provides free vegetables for 2 gallons of salsa; entrants can add others.  Prizes for top competitors.  Public will be charged $3 fee for unlimited chips, salsa tasting tickets, and judging form.  Sponsored by City Flats Hotel, CityVu Bistro.  Proceeds of the event go to Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP). At Holland Famers Market, Pine Ave at 8^th Street (by Holland Civic Center), Holland.