In the Community from ACEH August 14

 

"If everyone is thinking alike, then someone isn't thinking." … attributed to George Patton

 

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 through Sun, Aug 17: Danish Festival with theme: Hans Christian Anderson: The Emperor's New Clothes.  Music, arts and crafts, parades, children's play, teen activities, car show, food, more. For schedule go online at www.danishfestival.org or call (616) 754-6369.  In downtown Greenville, intersection of M-91 and M-57 next to the Flat River.

 

Through Sat, Aug 16, 7 pm and 9 pm: Film, "The Band's Visit": "The Alexandria (Egypt) Ceremonial Police Orchestra arrives is Israel for a cultural event, only to find there is no delegation to meet them, or arrangements to get to their destination.  As the band settles in (in the wrong town), each of the members attempts to get along with the local people in his own way."  Comedy/drama in English, Arabic, and Hebrew with English subtitles; rated PG-13.  $6; $5 for seniors, students.  At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8^th St, 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.  Public will be charged $3 fee for unlimited chips, salsa tastings, 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.

 

Sun, Aug 17, 5 pm: Community potluck, followed by discussion at 7 pm and drumming and peace dances at 8 pm.  Bring a dish to pass for the potluck, or come later for the discussion and/or drumming.  For more information, call Linda at 355-2251.  At Leaf and Bean Too, Columbia Ave and 19^th St, Holland.

 

Mon, Aug 18, noon: "Up in the UP with Bill Jamerson."  Escanaba-based songwriter/storyteller Bill Jamerson will perform an hour-long program of original songs about iron miners, ski jumpers, lumberjacks, and the ethnic traditions of the Finnish people.  At Herrick District Library auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.

 

Fri, Aug 22, through Sun, Aug 24: Dozynki (Polish Heritage Festival), Calder Plaza, downtown Grand Rapids.

 

Sat, Aug 30, daytime: Community block party, sponsored by Zion Community Church.  ACEH will have an information table at the event.  At Zion Community Church parking lot, 14^th St and Van Raalte Ave, Holland.

 

Fri, Sept 5, 6 pm to 8 pm: First Friday workshop to create Pinwheels for Peace, of all shapes and sizes; as part of the creation process, participants will write their thoughts about "war and peace, tolerance, living in harmony with others" on one side; on the other, they will draw, paint, collage, etc. to visually express their feelings.  Pinwheels will be assembled and "planted" in the Arts Council garden in recognition of the International Day of Peace, Sept 20. www.hollandarts.org or (616) 396-3278.  At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8^th, Holland.

 

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Save room on your calendar for the annual Tulipanes Latino Art and Film Festival, Sept 12-14.  More information and schedule coming soon.  Volunteers are needed!  Contact Angie Hanks at angela.hanks@chemicalbankmi.com or call (616) 785-2531.