In the Community from ACEH April 13

 

"What do we live for, if it is not to make life less difficult for each other?" … George Eliot, Middlemarch  (1871)

 

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.

Tues, Apr 14, 10 am until noon:  Third annual Gang Symposium.  Overview of community's response to gangs over the last year; ideas and next steps; breakout group discussions focusing on new initiatives and how to get involved.  Open to agencies, organizations, groups, churches, businesses, and community members  who want to play a role in reducing gang activity. At Boys & Girls Club, 435 Van Raalte (at 18^th St), Holland.

Thurs, Apr 16, 7 pm: "The Michigan Connection: The Art and Legacy of Diego Rivera," presented by Rebecca R. Hart, associate curator at the Detroit Institute of Arts, where the Mexican artist's famous 27-panel mural was installed in 1933.  She will discuss Rivera's "place in the modern art world and the impact he continues to have on Hispanic and non-Hispanic artists" and share insights into his conceptions about Michigan.  Part of Culture of Mexico Festival.  At Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St, Saugatuck.

Sat, Apr 18, 10 am until 5 pm: City Fair for Home Ownership.  Free.  Workshops: first-time homebuyers, purchasing a foreclosed home, how to green your home, fair housing regulations, and foreclosure prevention.  Awards for student posters on "promoting equal housing opportunity" presented at 2:30 pm. Sponsored by Holland Human Relations Commission. www.humanrelationscommission.cityofholland.com or (616) 355-1328.  At Holland Civic Center, 150 West Eighth.

Sat, Apr 18, 2 pm until 5 pm: 4^th annual Holland Heights Fest, "Growing Community." Performers, including Chan's Martial Arts; free ethnic cuisine, food samples, art displays, game and activities for kids.  Free, but please bring a canned food item to receive a raffle ticket for prizes.  Call Tracey at (616) 392-8559, ext. 18 or email heightsofhope@yahoo.com  At Holland Heights Christian Reformed Church, 836 East Eighth St., Holland.

Sat, Apr 18, 8 pm: Ballet Folklorico—Quetzalli. Dance troupe from the state of Veracruz, Quetzalli was founded in 1985; their performance, with authentic stringed instruments, features many regional dances of old Mexico.  Tickets are $30 adults, $10 children under 18. Reserved seating. (269) 867-2399; info@sc4a.org  Part of Culture of Mexico Festival.  At Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St, Saugatuck.

Wed, Apr 22, 8:45 am to 11:45 am workshops; luncheon at noon: 22^nd annual Fair Housing Luncheon and Workshop Series. Workshops run concurrently: "Foreclosure in Our Neighborhoods: A Revitalizing Community Response"; "Hate Crimes in Our Neighborhoods: Enhancing Awareness and Prevention Strategies": and "Accessible Housing: Building New Opportunities."  Luncheon speaker is Dr. Nandinee K. Kutty, economist and policy consultant, on the cost of segregation to communities, the imperative for equality, and the value of integration. Cost: $30 for workshops, $30 for luncheon, or $45 for both. Preregistration required, at (616) 451-2980 or www.fhcwm.org.  Sponsored by Fair Housing Center of West Michigan. At Crowne Plaza Hotel, 5700 28^th St, SE, Grand Rapids.

Through Mon, April 27: "La Loteria: An Exploration of Mexico":  54 paintings by Teresa Villegas about the popular Mexican game, Loteria.  Part of Culture of Mexico Festival.  Goodwill offering.  (269) 857-2399 or info@sc4a.org At Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St, Saugatuck.