In the Community from ACEH April 26

From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony

In the Community: April 26, 2010

 

"We, as a country, have not seen a significant change in immigration policy in nearly two decades, even though all Americans agree that current immigration policy is outdated and malfunctioning."  … Raúl Grijalva of Arizona, U.S. Congressman since 2003.

 

"All the problems we face in the United States today can be traced to an unenlightened immigration policy on the part of the American Indian."  … social commentator/comedian Pat Paulsen.

 

Herb and Ann

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Wed, Apr 28, 7 pm: Film, "Papers," followed by discussion.  "Papers" is the story of undocumented immigrant youth who were born outside the U.S. and raised in this country, and the challenges they face as they turn 18 without legal status.  At Calvin College, Commons Lecture Hall, Grand Rapids. (Calvin is east of M-37 between Lake and Burton; go to www.calvin.edu and click on Campus Maps)

 

Thurs, Apr 29, 7 pm: 50^th anniversary Legacy Lecture of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Michigan, by Rev. Rob Bell on "The True Meaning of Tolerance." He is founding pastor of Mars Hill Bible Church, Grandville.  The Legacy Lecture focuses on "building inclusive communities that enhance understanding and cooperation and provide new opportunities for social and political engagement."  Tickets $10 students, $20 ACLU members, $30 nonmembers.  www.aclumich.org; aclu@aclumich.org or call (313) 578-6800.  At Wealthy Theater, 1130 Wealthy Ave, Grand Rapids.

 

Fri, Apr 30, and Sat, May 1: 45^th annual Fiesta (formerly Cinco de Mayo), "Celebrating Culture and Family."  All are welcome. Outdoor concert by band Akaray on Friday from 6 to 9 pm; Saturday events begin at 11 am and continue until 7 pm.  King/Queen show, scholarships presented, music and dance performances. Paso Fino horses, clown, food, information booths.  Sponsored by Latin Americans United for Progress.  www.laup.org (Fiesta schedule online) or 392-5058.  At Holland Civic Center, Pine Ave between 8^th and 9^th Sts, Holland.

Sat, May 1, through Sat, May 8: Tulip Time Festival, with parades, music performances, shows, art and craft fair, fireworks (May 1), Dutch dancing, more.  For schedule, go to www.tuliptime.com  Downtown Holland and area locations.

 

Sat, May 1, and Sun, May 2: Historic 18^th-century Dutch Trade Fair.  Artisans and craftspeople demonstrate and sell their works.  www.windmillisland.org At Windmill Island, Lincoln Ave at 7^th St, Holland.

 

Tues, May 4: Election Day. Ballot issues include financing for area schools. 

 

Fri, May 14:  The Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony will NOT hold a general meeting in May; we collaborate in the Lakeshore Summit on Racism (see May 20 entry below) and urge ACEH members and friends to sign up and attend!

 

Sat, May 15, 9 am until 5 pm: Garage sale to benefit Lakeshore Latino Outreach Center.  (616) 499-4872.  Adjacent to Center's office, Fairbanks Ave and 16^th St, Holland.

 

Through May 16: Exhibit, "Bevrijding," Images from the Dutch Resistance.  (616) 392-9084.  www.hollandmuseum.org  Admission fee. At Holland Museum, 31 West 10^th St, Holland.

 

Thurs, May 20, 7:30 am until 2:30 pm: Lakeshore Summit on Racism, sponsored by Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance, hosted by Hope College, and in collaboration with many local organizations, including ACEH.  Keynote speakers: Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum and Dr. Tony Campolo. Breakout sessions on education, faith, business, and community/government.  REGISTER NOW ($20, including lunch) at www.ethnicdiversity.org or call (616) 846-9074.

 

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