In the Community from ACEH March 23

"No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite."  … Nelson Mandela

Herb and Ann

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Tues, Mar 23, 6 pm: Housing Workshop Series 2010: "Housing Code Requirements and Fair Housing Law."  Call (616) 355-1321 to register.  At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

 

Wed, Mar 24, noon: Great Decisions Series: "Preventing Genocide in the 21^st Century," by Dr. Glenda Quarnstrom, adjunct professor of Asian studies, Grand Valley State University.  Free light lunch provided.  At Herrick District Library auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.

 

Thurs, Mar 25, 1 pm: "Healing the Heart of Justice"—a workshop for professional counselors, social workers, educators, corporate diversity leaders, and dedicated anti-racism facilitators. Led by Victor Lewis and Ken Taber. $35. Register now at www.prfc-gr.org  At Dominican Center/Marywood, 2025 Fulton Street East, Grand Rapids.

 

Fri, Mar 26, 8 am: Partners for a Racism-Free Community annual forum.  Speaker is Victor Lewis: "Lessons Learned from The Color of Fear."  $25.  Register now at www.prfc-gr.org  At Kentwood Community Church, 1200 60^th St, SE, Kentwood.

 

Sat, Mar 27, 2 pm: "Dutch Art Comes Alive," event to celebrate addition of several 17^th-century masterworks to the Dutch Galleries; one-act play inspired by them; live harp music by Café con Leche.  Admission fee; free to members.  At Holland Museum, 31 West 10^th St, Holland.

 

Sat, Mar 27, 4 pm until 7 pm:  Annual Migrant Community Fair, hosted by West Ottawa Public Schools migrant program.  Entertainment, information, food, festivities.  At West Ottawa High School South Campus, 3600 152^nd Ave, Holland.

 

Sat, Mar 27, 6 pm: Date Night Fundraiser for Cornerstone Ministries, which works with other human service and Christian agencies to offer services, support, and advocacy for homeless youth.  Event includes dinner and live comedy by Calvin College Comedy Improv.  Cost: "Give as God leads."  RSVP to Steve Turrell (616) 990-1823 by Friday noon, March 26.  At Central Park Reformed Church, 1175 Floral St, Holland (near Wiersma's Central Park Grocery).

 

Sat, Mar 27, 6 pm: India Link's Springfest 2010, a combined celebration of the Hindu holiday, Holi, and Baisakhi, a Sikh harvest festival.  Cultural dances, traditional Indian costumes, Indian cuisine, and music.  $20 adults, $10 children ages 10 to 18; free under age 10.  Call Ismat Husian, (616) 942-7976 or www.india-link.org  At East Grand Rapids High School, 2211 Lake Dr, SE, East Grand Rapids.

 

Mon, Mar 29, 7:30 pm: "On Being Liked": A Conversation with James Alison, Catholic priest, theologian, and author who has lectured and taught throughout the U.S., United Kingdom, and Latin America.  Hosted by Holland is Ready, a group of local leaders "working for the safety, rights, and inclusion of LGBT persons."  At Hope Church, 77 West 11^th St, Holland.

 

Mon, Mar 29 (through Sat, Apr 3), 7:30 pm: Film, "Amreeka," award-winning film in which a single mother in Ramallah applies for a visa to the U.S. and, with her son, faces difficulties with U.S. customs agents, employment, and prejudice at school.  Rated PG-13; in English and Arabic with English subtitles; running time 96 minutes.  $6; $5 seniors and students. At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8^th St, Holland.