In the Community from ACEH August 7

"One day our descendants will think it incredible that we paid so much attention to things like the amount of melanin in our skin or the shape of our eyes or our gender instead of the unique identities of each of us as complex human beings." …Franklin Thomas

 

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.

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 (on Ransom Street, between 160th and 168th streets; if you go north on Butternut, go past Quincy and take the next left, which is Ransom St.).

 

Mon, Aug 11 (through Sat, Aug 16), 7 pm and 9 pm: Film, "The Band's Visit": "On an ordinary day, the Alexandria (Egypt) Ceremonial Police Orchestra arrives in Israel for a cultural event, only to find there is no delegation to meet them, nor any arrangements to get to their destination of Petah Tiqva.  As the band settles in as best it can, each of the members attempts to get along with the natives in his own way."  The comedy/drama is in English, Arabic, and Hebrew with English subtitles; rated PG-13.  $6 admission ($5 students, seniors).  At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8^th St, 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.

 

Wed, Aug 13, 6:30 pm: Film, "Made in LA": "Follows the remarkable story of three Latina immigrants working in Los Angeles garment sweatshops as they embark on a three-year odyssey to win basic labor protections from a mega-trendy clothing retailer."  Sponsored by Herrick District Library, the 3 E's Initiative, and Local Future.  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.  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.