From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony
In the Community: June 28, 2010
"Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me."
Herb and Ann
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Thurs, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 10 am until noon: Faith-based seminar on immigration, based on the curriculum from JustFaith. $15 for books and materials. To register, call Sr. Brigid Clingman, (616) 399-1062. At Our Lady of the Lake Parish, 480 152nd St, Holland.
Sat, July 3: The Midwest Tejano Festival has been CANCELED.
Fri, July 9, 7 pm: General meeting of Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony; public is invited. Speaker Al Serrano, director of the Holland Human Relations Commission, on the work and challenges of the Commission. Also, viewing of the museum's "Smile" exhibit featuring residents of diverse backgrounds. At Holland Museum, 31 West 10th St, Holland.
Tues, July 13, 6 pm: Foreclosure Prevention workshop sponsored by Community Action House and city of Holland. Information about the foreclosure process, options, and the new federal Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP), including eligibility requirements, how to apply, etc. Workshop is free, but registration is required; call Margarita Hernandez at (616) 738-1170. At Holland City Hall, second floor training room, 270 South River, Holland.
Fri, July 16, 7 pm: Video, "Sex, Lies and Gender," produced by National Geographic, followed by discussion. Bring a snack to share. Meeting of PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays). (616) 494-0765. At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.
Sun, July 25, 5:30 potluck supper, 7 pm poetry sharing: Peace Event: Peace Poetry at the Peace Pole, organized by Lakeshore Women for Peace and co-sponsored by several other local organizations. Music, singing, poetry reading. At Smallenberg Park, Fairbanks Ave. north of 16th St. (potluck supper at pavilion, poetry sharing at Peace Pole), Holland.
Sat, July 31, 12:30 pm (check-in 11 am): 1st annual IRC Friendship Golf Outing, 4-person scramble, sponsored by city of Holland International Relations Commission. $85 per person (30 percent of fee is tax-deductible). Proceeds will support future exchanges between Holland and its sister city, Querétaro, Mexico. 355-1328 or hrc@cityofholland.com At Winding Creek Golf Club, 4514 Ottogan St, Holland.
Fri, Aug 6, 8:30 am (check-in 8 am); lunch at 1 pm: Annual Golf Outing of Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP). $100 to register before July 9; $115 after. www.laup.org At Macatawa Legends, 4600 Macatawa Legends Blvd., Holland.
Save the Date and Come Out for the Fellowship and Food!
Sun, Aug 8, 1 pm until 4 pm: 12th Annual Potluck in the Park of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony; everyone is welcome. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, and a dish to pass from your ethnic background; ACEH provides beverages and table service. Entertainment, activities. Invite family, friends, neighbors, co-workers; greet old friends and meet new people. Information: 399-5322 or 335-8139. At Ransom Park on Holland's north side between 160th and 168th, north of Quincy and south of New Holland St.
