ACEH Events: March 2009

Monday, March 30, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 30

"The first principle of non-violent action is that of non-cooperation with everything humiliating." … César Chávez, labor organizer.

Herb and Ann

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Mon, Mar 30, 7 pm: Community Hunger Forum, sponsored by Holland Area Chapter of Bread for the World. Includes area hunger data, community resource people, and discussion of issues and solutions. At Herrick District Library, 300 S. River, Holland.

Tues, Mar 31, 4 pm: "César Chávez: An Organizer's Tale," by Latino writer Dr. Ilan Stavans of Amherst College. Part of Hope College celebration of the memory, life, and legacy of Chávez, entitled "The Dignity of Work." Sponsored by Chrysler Corp. At Dewitt Theater, Columbia Ave at 11^th St, Holland.

Tues, Mar 31, 4 pm: "Islamic Paradigm of Dialogue for Conflict Resolution," by Dr. Lateef Adetona of Lagos State University, Nigeria. He is spending six weeks at Hope College as a Fulbright Visiting Specialist under the auspices of the Fulbright Direct Access to the Muslim World program. Public is invited. Sponsored by Hope's department of religion. At Maas Center, Columbia Ave at 11^th St, Holland.

Mon, Apr 6, 4 pm: "Identify Safe Environments: How Positive Environments Can Unlock Latent Ability," by Dr. Steve Spencer of the University of Waterloo, a graduate of Hope College who studied how stereotypes influence those who are stereotyped and who first suggested that Hope develop a multi-ethnic, academic residential program; this led to the creation of the Phelps Scholars program on campus, now 10 years old. Open to the public. At 104 Vander Werf Hall, east of Central Ave off Graves Place, Holland.

Wed, Apr 8, 4 pm: Film, "Habana Blues" (2005); part of the Latin American film series. At Martha Miller Center, Fried-Hemenway Auditorium, Columbia Ave at 10^th St, Holland.

Fri, Apr 10, 5 pm: Deadline for students (6^th through 12^th grade) to submit their work in the "Promoting Equal Housing Opportunity" poster contest sponsored by the City of Holland's Human Relations Commission as part of its 14^th annual housing fair April 18. For contest details, see www.humanrelations.cityofholland.com, call 355-1328, or visit City Hall.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 25

"The single clenched fist

lifted and ready,

Or the open asking hand

held out and waiting.

Choose: For we meet

by one or the other."

…Carl Sandburg, from "Chicago Poems"

Herb and Ann

Thurs, Mar 26, 7 pm: "The Anatomy of Prejudice," by nationally recognized teacher Jane Elliott, including discussion of the award-winning film "The Eye of the Storm" about the Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes exercise she devised to teach about prejudice. Handout materials will help the audience "identify their own racist statements, behaviors, and attitudes"; participants will receive a list of suggested activities to "help them decrease the amount of racism in their environment." Open to the community. Sponsored by Hope College Student Congress. Rescheduled from March 11. At Dimnent Memorial Chapel, College Ave at 12^th St, Holland.

Fri, Mar 27, 7:30 pm: Play, "Platanos and Collard Greens," romantic comedy of "the story of Freeman, an African American man, and Angelita, a Latina, who must confront and overcome cultural and racial prejudices while defending their bond from family and friends." In collaboration with Hope College multicultural student groups, social activities committee, and theater department. At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8^th St, Holland.

Sat, Mar 28, 8 am until 5 pm: Conference, "Realizing and Addressing Issues in our Culture and Education (R.I.C.E.)." Presentations on culture, education, and health to educate and raise awareness on Asian issues. Free, open to the public. On-line registration at www2.gvsu.edu/~asu/rice. At Grand Valley State University Loosemore Auditorium, Pew Campus, Grand Rapids.

Mon, Mar 30, 7 pm: Community Hunger Forum, sponsored by Holland Area chapter, Bread for the World. Includes area hunger data, community resource people, and discussion on issues and solutions. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

Tues, Mar 31, 4 pm: Lecture by Latino writer Dr. Ilan Stavans of Amherst College: "César Chávez: An Organizer's Tale." Part of Hope College celebration of the memory, life, and legacy of Chávez: "The Dignity of Work." At DeWitt Theater, Columbia Ave at 11^th St, Holland.

ONGOING: Now until April 27: La Loteria: An Exploration of Mexico: paintings by Teresa Villegas. Part of Culture of Mexico Festival. www.sc4a.org or (269) 857-2399. At Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St, Saugatuck.

LOOKING AHEAD: Saturday, May 30, 11 am to 4 pm. lst Celebration of Multicultural Connections, by South Shore Village businesses, Holland's International Relations Commission, and the Neighborhood Commercial Improvement Program. The event partners are looking for entertainers, visual artists, and craftspeople, volunteers, and sponsors. Contact Tina Perry at (616) 355-1369 or tperry@cityofholland.com

Monday, March 23, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 23

"Each time someone stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, it sends forth a tiny ripple of hope…and crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring those ripples build a current that can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance."

Robert F. Kennedy

Herb and Ann

Tues, Mar 24, noon: "Rising Powers—India, China, and Africa," part of Great Decisions series. Presenter Mark Axelrod is assistant professor at James Madison College. Lunch provided. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

Thurs, Mar 26, 7 pm: "The Anatomy of Prejudice," presented by nationally recognized teacher Jane Elliott, including discussion of the award-winning film "The Eye of the Storm" about the Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes exercise Ms. Elliott devised to teach about prejudice. Handout materials will help the audience "identify their own racist statements, behaviors, and attitudes"; participants will receive a list of suggested activities to "help them decrease the amount of racism in their environment." Open to the community. Sponsored by Hope College Student Congress. Rescheduled from March 11. At Dimnent Memorial Chapel, College Ave at 12^th St, Holland.

Fri, Mar 27: 7:15 am: Annual forum of Partners for a Racism-Free Community, "Calling All to a New Era of Responsibility." Convened by Grand Rapids Area Center for Ecumenism (GRACE). $20. Register online at http://prfc-gr.org (616) 643-0233; email staff@prfc-gr.org At New Hope Baptist Church, 130 Delaware St, SW, Grand Rapids.

Fri, Mar 27, 8:30 am: Statewide Immigrant Rights Summit I, organized by Michigan Immigrant Rights Project and sponsored by the Arcus Foundation. Panels on mobilizing grass-roots and faith groups to work for immigrant rights and immigration reform, collaborating to serve special immigrant populations in Michigan, and immigrant rights "hot topics" updates, plus an address by State Rep. Rashida Tlaib. At Lansing Community College, West campus, Executive Amphitheater, Lansing.

Fri, Mar 27, 7:30 pm: Play, "Platanos and Collard Greens," romantic comedy of "the story of Freeman, an African American man, and Angelita, a Latina, who are forced to confront and overcome cultural and racial prejudices while defending their bond from family and friends." In collaboration with Hope College multicultural student organizations, social activities committee, and theater department. At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8^th St, Holland.

Sat, Mar 29, 8 am until 5 pm: Conference, "Realizing and Addressing Issues in our Culture and Education (R.I.C.E.)." Presentations/information on culture, education, and health; to educate and raise awareness on Asian issues. Free, open to the public. Workshop information and on-line registration at www2.gvsu.edu/~asu/rice. At Grand Valley State University Loosemore Auditorium, Grand Rapids.

Tues, Mar 31, 4 pm: Lecture by Latino writer Dr. Ilan Stavans of Amherst College: "Cesar Chavez: An Organizer's Tale." Part of Hope College celebration of the memory, life, and legacy of Chavez, entitled "The Dignity of Work." Sponsored by Chrysler Corporation. At DeWitt Theater, Columbia Ave at 11^th St, Holland.

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 17

"May you be blessed with warmth in your home, love in your heart, peace in your soul, and joy in your life." … an Irish blessing for St. Patrick's Day.

Herb and Ann

Tues, Mar 17, throughout day, starting at 11 am: 5th annual St. Patrick's Day Fleadh, featuring live Irish music. At Curragh Irish Pub, 8th and College, Holland.

Tues, Mar 17, noon: "True Adventures in Afghanistan," by Paul Fitzgerald and Elizabeth Gould, authors of "Invisible History: Afghanistan's Untold Story" and the first U.S. journalists to enter behind Soviet lines in Afghanistan in 1981 for CBS. Lunch provided. www.herrickdl.org Part of Great Decisions Series. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

Wed, Mar 18, 7 pm: "Stealing Buddha's Dinner" author Bich Minh Nguyen reads from her memoir of growing up in Grand Rapids at Meet the Author event. Part of Read Along the Lakeshore. At Harbor Lights School, West Ottawa Performing Arts Center, 1024 136^th Ave, Holland.

Fri, Mar 20, 5 pm: Reception opening the 10^th Conference on the Americas 2009: "Immigration: The Art and Politics of Movement," followed at 6 pm by keynote address by award-winning author Dr. Joy Castro and at 8 pm by classical guitarist Carlos de la Barrera performing music from Latin America. At Wealthy Theater, 1130 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids.

Fri, Mar 20: Deadline to register for Statewide Immigrant Rights Summit I, to be held Fri, Mar 27, in Lansing. Fax registration to (269) 427-2862 or email susanree@umich.edu See information below.

Sat, Mar 21, noon to 4 pm: lst Annual Quinceañera and Prom Event: "Celebrating a Hispanic Girl's Coming of Age": fashion shows, door prizes, food. Raleigh Woods Conference Center, 12968 James St, near Beeline, Holland.

Sat, Mar 21, 8 am until 6 pm, with keynote address at 1 pm: 10^th Conference on the Americas 2009. Keynote by Dr. Erik Camayd-Freixas, director of the Interpretation and Translation Center, Florida International University, who recently interpreted for people arrested in the largest ICE raid in US history, at Postville, Iowa. Includes workshops, panels, exhibits, films. At Grand Valley State University Eberhard Center, downtown Grand Rapids.

Sat, Mar 21, 9 am until 5 pm: "The Trace of Silence" exhibit by artist Erick Pichardo, originally from the Dominican Republic; his art "retraces pilgrimage by immigrants who sought to reach the U.S. and Europe, including obstacles encountered, adapting to a new life in the new country, and the longing for the land left behind." pichardo.art@hotmail.com At GVSU Eberhard Center, Grand Rapids.

LOOKING AHEAD:

Save the Date: Saturday, May 30, 11 am to 4 pm. lst Celebration of Multicultural Connections, by South Shore Village businesses, Holland's International Relations Commission, and the Neighborhood Commercial Improvement Program. Event partners are looking for entertainers, visual artists, and craftspeople, volunteers, and sponsors. Contact Tina Perry at 355-1369 or tperry@cityofholland.com

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 11: Tonight's Event Postponed

JANE ELLIOTT EVENT POSTPONED!

Tonight's (Wed, Mar 11) presentation by Jane Elliott, "The Anatomy of Prejudice," at Hope College has been postponed until Thursday, March 26. The time and location are still being determined.

Herb and Ann

Monday, March 09, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 9

"I have learned that, even though our cultures are different, we are all the same. We all need love, and we all need to belong." … Dr. Bernadette Atanga of Flint, MI, who records radio segments of advice on CDs at her home that then air in her native Cameroon.

Herb and Ann

Tues, Mar 10, noon: DVD presentation: "Is Egypt Still Top Player in the Middle East?" followed by discussion. Lunch provided. Great Decisions Series with World Affairs Council of Western Michigan. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

Tues, Mar 10, 7 pm: Film, "The Hobart Shakespeareans": how one teacher's "uncommon commitment and resourcefulness opened up worlds of opportunity for his 'disadvantaged' students.". Fundraiser for Faith in Youth Partnership. Tickets $20 at door. Hosted by Good Samaritan Ministries/AmeriCorps. (616) 392-7159;dvogel@goodsamministries.com At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8^th St, Holland.

Tues, Mar 10, and Wed, Mar 11, 7 pm: Cuban-American storyteller and author Carmen Deedy, who has performed on Broadway, NPR, and at many school programs. www.herrickdl.org At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

Wed, Mar 11, 4:30 to 6:30 pm: Latino Food Festival. $5. Hope College Phelps and Cook Dining Halls, 10^th St, Holland.

Wed, Mar 11, 8 pm: Presentation, "The Anatomy of Prejudice," by Jane Elliott, adaptor of the Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes exercise and the subject of an award-winning film "The Eye of the Storm." Her discussion explores, with the audience, problems of racism, sexism, ageism, homophobia, and ethnocentrism and the responsibility shared by all of us to illuminate them and eliminate them from ourselves and the environment. Open to the community. Email: congress@hope.edu Sponsored by Hope College Student Congress. At Dimnent Chapel, College Ave at 12^th St, Holland.

Thurs, Mar 12, 7 pm: Introduction to Vietnamese cuisine, sampling of popular dishes. Part of Read Along the Lakeshore/One Book One Community. At Loutit District Library, Grand Haven.

Fri, Mar 13, 7 pm: "Rito: The Madness of Movement," traditional and modern music and visual and performance art, with a sprinkling of poetry," by artist Erick Pichardo. At Richard App Gallery, 910 Cherry St, SE, Grand Rapids.

Sat, Mar 14, noon: Everybody's Irish (and green) today: St. Patrick's Parade, from 8^th St Marketplace east to College Ave, downtown Holland, followed by variety program of Irish dancers, children's ensemble, choral performances, etc. at Knickerbocker Theatre.

AROUND THE WORLD IN THREE LANGUAGES:

1) Mon, Mar 16, 7 pm: Japanese Language and Culture Group. (616) 647-0999. www.SchulerBooks.com Schuler Books & Music, 3165 Alpine Ave, NW, Walker, MI.

2) Wed, Mar 18, 7 pm: Inaugural meeting of the Spanish Language and Culture Group. (616) 942-2561. Schuler Books & Music, 2660 28^th St, SE, Grand Rapids.

3) Fri, Mar 20, 7 pm: Café Bouquin French Language Reading Group. (616) 647-0999. Schuler Books & Music, 3165 Alpine Ave, NW, Walker, MI.

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY:

Two scholarships, of $17,500 each, are available for minority students pursuing degrees in college nursing and rehabilitation therapy programs. Applications, which must be postmarked by April 1, 2009, are available at www.maryfreebed.com. (616) 242-0404. Sponsored by Mary Free Bed Guild, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, Grand Rapids.

Tuesday, March 03, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 3

"How lovely to think that no one need wait a moment—we can start now, start slowly changing the world!" … Anne Frank, from "Anne Frank's Tales From the Secret Annex."

Herb and Ann

Today, Mar 3, 7 pm: "Cultural Competence in the Workplace," panel discussion featuring people from Fifth Third Bank: Francine Gaston, Sherry Kasper, Patrick Lonergan, and Christopher Macon. At Hope College Maas Auditorium, Columbia Ave and 11^th St, Holland.

Wed, Mar 4, 4 pm: Latin American Film Series: "Guantanamera" (1995), set in post-revolutionary Cuba. 2009 marks the 50^th anniversary of the Cuban Revolution. At Hope College Martha Miller Center, Fried-Hemenway Auditorium, Columbia Ave at 10^th St, Holland.

Thurs, Mar 5: Exhibit: "Them: Images of Separation—The Power of Hate." Thirty items from the Jim Crow Museum at Ferris State University, Big Rapids, reflecting biases against women, people of color, homosexuals, and other groups. (616) 459-8386. Exhibit, which is free, runs until Mar 31, 9 am-4 pm, Mon-Fri, and 9 am-1 pm, Sunday. Various free lectures on Sundays at 9:45 am. At Fountain Street Church, Keeler Gallery, 24 Fountain St NE, Grand Rapids.

Thurs, Mar 5: Opening session of Neighborhood Leadership Academy, an eight-week interactive curriculum with techniques taught by diverse leadership professionals. Aim is to "educate, enhance, and empower neighborhood leadership"; classes are free but registration is required. Contact Janie Briones, (616) 355-3127. At various locations in Holland.

Thurs, Mar 5, 7 pm: Panel discussion on immigration, in partnership with the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH). Participants are Annie Dandavati (India), Nereida Garcia (Cuba), and Renata Fernandez-Dominguez (Mexico). Part of the Read Along the Lakeshore/One Book One Community around the book, "Stealing Buddha's Dinner," a memoir by Bich Minh Nguyen of Grand Rapids. At Herrick District Library, 300 S. River, Holland.

Sat, Mar 7: Exhibit: "Archipelago—Indigenous Art of Indonesia and Melanesia." Sixty pieces of art and artifacts from the museum's own collection. Runs until March 2010. (616) 392-9084. At Holland Museum, 31 West 10^th St, Holland.

Tues, Mar 10, 7 pm: Film, "The Hobart Shakespeareans": how one teacher's "uncommon commitment and resourcefulness opened up worlds of opportunity for his 'disadvantaged' students.". Fundraiser for Faith in Youth Partnership. Tickets $20 at door or at various churches and agencies. (616) 392-7159; dvogel@goodsamministries.com Hosted by Good Samaritan Ministries/AmeriCorps. At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8^th St, Holland.

Wed, Mar 11, 8 pm to 11 pm: Jane Elliott, adaptor of the Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes exercise in teaching about the anatomy of prejudice and the subject of the Peabody Award-winning film, "The Eye of the Storm," will discuss the film and explore with the audience problems of racism, sexism, ageism, homophobia, and ethnocentrism and the responsibility shared by all of us to illuminate them and eliminate them from ourselves and our environment. People will be encouraged to discuss the issues as they relate to their workplace and to discuss materials that will be handed out to help identify their own racist statements, behaviors, and attitudes. Open to the community. Email: congress@hope.edu Sponsored by Hope College Student Congress. At Dimnent Memorial Chapel, College Ave at 12th St, Holland.

Thurs, Mar 12, 7 pm: Introduction to Vietnamese cuisine, sampling of popular dishes. Part of Read Along the Lakeshore/One Book One Community. At Loutit District Library, Grand Haven.

Wed, Mar 18, 7 pm: "Stealing Buddha's Dinner" author Bich Minh Nguyen reads from her book at Meet the Author event. Part of Read Along the Lakeshore/One Book One Community. At Harbor Lights School, West Ottawa Performing Arts Center, 1024 136^th Ave, Holland.

Wed, Mar 11, 4:30 to 6:30 pm: Latino Food Festival. $5. Hope College Phelps and Cook Dining Halls, 10^th St, Holland.

ACEH Events

Monday, March 30, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 30

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 25

Monday, March 23, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 23

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 17

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 11: Tonight's Event Postponed

Monday, March 09, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 9

Tuesday, March 03, 2009

In the Community from ACEH March 3

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