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September 28, 2010
"Nonviolence is not some exalted regimen that can be practiced only by a monk or a master…One need not wait until war is declared and bullets are flying to work for peace…A more constant and equally urgent battle must be waged each day against the forces of one's own anger, carelessness, and self-absorption." … Kenneth Kraft, professor of religious studies at
Herb and Ann
Thurs, Sept 30, 7 pm: "
Thurs, Sept 30, through Oct. 9, 8 pm: Play: "Lines: The Lived Experience of Race." The "story of race, discrimination, and diversity in
Fri, Oct 1, 7:30 pm: Documentary, "For the Bible Tells Me So": award-winning film that looks at how five "very normal, very Christian families handle the realization of having a gay child." Part of 2010-11 film series sponsored by
Wed, Oct 6, 11:30 am until 1:30 pm: Upstream 2010: A program to provide domestic violence prevention information to pastors, faith leaders, social workers, and others. Leslie Coghill, LMSW, is the presenter. Part of Alliance Against Domestic and Sexual Violence speaker series. Bring your own lunch. Register at (616) 331-2748. At GVSU Meijer Campus, 515 S. Waverly,
Thurs, Oct 7, various times: Academic Consortium Conference: "Islam Beyond the Headlines." Morning keynote, 10:30 am: "Where is the Love? Where is the Justice? Muslim Reflections for Today," by Omid Safi, Ph.D., chair for the Study of Islam at the
Mon, Oct 11, 7 pm: Forum on issues of peace with justice, related to
From the
September 20, 2010
"We each have the power to change our attitude, to overcome our ignorance and fears, and to influence our children, our peers, and our community. It begins with '
Herb and Ann
TODAY, Sept 20, 7 pm: Presentation on "the moral issues inherent in food-related social policies and personal decisions," by Dr. L. Shannon Jung, author of "Hunger and Happiness: Feeding the Hungry, Nourishing Our Souls." Sponsored by Hope College Office of Student Life, First-Year Seminar Program, and Hope United for Justice, a student group. At Dimnent Memorial Chapel,
OPENS TODAY, Sept 20, 7:30 pm (and runs Wed-Sat, Sept 22-25): Film, "Tulpan," about a family "surviving and relishing the harsh life of herding sheep and goats on the steppes of
Tues, Sept 21, 5:30 pm: Information meeting about the Home Purchase with Rehabilitation Program (HPR), for people interested in buying single-family, owner-occupied properties in Holland Ourstreet Target Area. Call Sue at (616) 355-3139. At
Tues, Sept 21, 6:30 pm: "When Caring Becomes a Burden: Recovery from Rescuing." Information for people helping loved ones with mental illness and addiction. Sponsored by Ottawa Co. Community Mental Health,
Tues, Sept 21, 7 pm: Documentary film, "Little Town of
Tues, Sept 28 (through Nov 16), 6:30 pm to 8:50 pm:
Tues, Sept 28, 6:45 pm: Celebration of 90th anniversary of League of Women Voters and the ratification of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote. Local women who have been politically active will be honored at the event, including ACEH member Becky Arenas, for her work in educating and registering voters and for her early candidacies for city council and state representative. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River,
Wed, Sept 29, 8:30 am: Lakeshore Friends of Fair Housing breakfast: "Opening Doors to Housing Choice." Attorney John Obee will give an overview of fair housing and a legal update. To attend, call Liz at 1-886-389-FAIR or email lkeegan@fhcwm.org At Baker Lofts Building, 171 East 24th (park and enter at back of building),
Thurs, Sept 30, 7 pm: "
Thurs, Sept 30, through Oct. 9, 8 pm: Play: "Lines: The Lived Experience of Race." The "story of race, discrimination, and diversity in
Fri, Oct 1, 7:30 pm: Documentary film, "For the Bible Tells Me So": award-winning film that looks at how five "very normal, very Christian families handle the realization of having a gay child." Part of 2010-11 film series sponsored by
From the
September 15, 2010
"If we believe change is possible, then we can take the steps—however small they might be—toward making that change happen." … Clyde W. Ford, Author, lecturer, helped to establish the Institute of the Black World at the
Herb and Ann
Fri, Sept 17, 7 pm: "From Around the World…to Hope." General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony; public is invited.
Fri, Sept 17, 7 pm: Theresa McClellan, faith advocacy coordinator of GIFT (Gays in Faith Together),
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10th ANNUAL TULIPANES LATINO ART AND FILM FESTIVAL: www.tulipanes.org
Sat, Sept 18, and Sun, Sept 19:
Saturday, 10 am: Music, dance, children's art workshop, piñata: at
Saturday, 8 pm to midnight: Salsa Night, dance; dance instruction 8 to 9 pm. $10 from Holland Convention and Visitors Bureau in downtown
Sunday, 3 pm: Worship service. At
Sat, Sept 18, noon to 1 pm: Recovery Fest '10, marking National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. Food, music, games, information and resources. (616) 820-3780. At
Mon, Sept 20, 7 pm: Presentation on "the moral issues inherent in food-related social policies and personal decisions," by Dr. L. Shannon Jung, author of "Hunger and Happiness: Feeding the Hungry, Nourishing Our Souls." Sponsored by Hope College Office of Student Life, First-Year Seminar Program, and Hope United for Justice, a student group. At Dimnent Memorial Chapel,
Mon, Sept 20, 7:30 pm (and Wed-Sat, Sept 22-25): Film, "Tulpan," about a family "surviving and relishing the harsh life of herding sheep and goats on the steppes of
LAST CALL: a FEW SPOTS LEFT! Tues, Sept 21 (through Nov 9), 3-5 pm: Institute for Healing Racism, 8 weeks focused on "understanding and healing the wounds of racism." Dialogues and activities in a multi-cultural setting. Sponsored by Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance; facilitators Roberto Jara and Alan Headbloom. $100; scholarships available. To register: www.ethnicdiversity.org/what-we-do/institute. Info: 846-9074. At
Tues, Sept 21, 5:30 pm: Information meeting for Home Purchase with Rehabilitation Program (HPR), which assists in purchase and rehab of single-family, owner-occupied properties in Holland Ourstreet Target Area. Call Sue Harder at (616) 355-3139. At Council Chambers,
Tues, Sept 21, 6:30 pm: "When Caring Becomes a Burden: Recovery from Rescuing." Information for people helping loved ones with mental illness and addiction. Sponsored by
Tues, Sept 28 (through Nov 16), 6:30 pm to 8:50 pm:
Tues, Sept 28, 6:45 pm: Celebration of 90th anniversary of League of Women Voters and the ratification of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote. Local women who have been politically active will be honored at the event, including a Pioneer Award to ACEH member Becky Arenas for her work in educating and registering voters and for her early candidacies for city council and state representative. Free, open to the public. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River,
Wed, Sept 29, 8:30 am: 4th annual Lakeshore Friends of Fair Housing breakfast: "Opening Doors to Housing Choice." Fair housing attorney John Obee will give an overview of fair housing and a legal update. To attend, call Liz Keegan at 1-886-389-FAIR or email lkeegan@fhcwm.org At Baker Lofts Building, 171 East 24th (west of Lincoln Ave; park and enter at back of building), Holland.
Thurs, Sept 30, 7 pm: "
Thurs, Sept 30, through Oct. 9, 8 pm: Play: "Lines: The Lived Experience of Race." The "story of race, discrimination, and diversity in
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COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY: Adult education class focusing on the book "Finding Your Church's Unique Rhythm," about multicultural ministry; and two films "The Second Chance," about a white suburban church and its "daughter" church which is black and urban; and "Black/White," an HBO documentary about a white family and a black family who "become" the other's race. Led by Rev. Angela Taylor Perry, pastor of reconciling ministries. Meets Sundays at 11 am, now until December. 396-7934. At Faith Christian Reformed Church, 85 West 26th St (across from
From the
In the Community: September 7, 2010
"We may have different religions, different languages, different colored skin, but we all belong to one human race." …Kofi Annan, diplomat from Ghana, seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations (1977-2006). Annan and the UN were co-recipients of the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize.
Herb and Ann
Thurs, Sept 9, 7:30 pm OR Mon, Sept 13, 7:30 pm: Bilingual information meetings for fall semester of Reciprocal Language Program (RLP). RLP pairs people who want to learn English with people who want to learn Spanish. Free bilingual child care. Classes twice a week (Mon and Thurs, 6:30-8:45 pm), Sept 20-Oct 28. Call Irma Flores at (616) 928-8667 or email floresi@westottawa.net . At La
Fri, Sept 10, 11:30 am–11 pm, and Sat, Sept 11, noon-11 pm: Hispanic Festival 2010. Celebrating the diverse cultural heritage of the Hispanic community with entertainment, food, art, and products from Latin, Central, and
Sat, Sept 11, 9 am: Registration at 9 am for All For One fall semester dance classes. Includes zumba (12 years and older; class at 9 am); kiddy hip-hop (ages 6-11, class at 10 am); modern dance (ages 12-18, class at 11 am). Mexican Folklorico for ages 6-11 at 10 am Sept 18. Call Norma at (616) 298-8895. At
Sat, Sept 11 (10 am until dark) and Sun, Sept 12, 10 am-5 pm: 49th annual Grand Valley American Indian Lodge Pow Wow. Native American dancing, drumming, crafts, food. Free. (616) 394-4697. At
Sat, Sept 11, 5 pm: 8th annual Le Style de Vie. Wine tasting, fashion show, silent auction. Tickets $50, from Butch's restaurant, Globe Vision and Design, Studio K, and www.aplaceforwomen.org Proceeds benefit Center for Women in Transition. At Butch's,
Mon, Sept 13, 10 am-noon: Live broadcast party for 4th anniversary of "Radio in Black and White," by Rick Wilson and Skot Welch, co-hosts of "the country's only multi-racial dialogue on race, culture, and ethnicity." (Show airs Mondays on WPRR 1680AM and 95.3FM from 10 am to noon.) Guest Michael Fosberg, author of autobiographical play "Incognito." Free; open to public. At Celebration Cinema,
Tues, Sept 14, 6 pm to 8 pm: Beginner's Conversational Spanish class (Sept 14-Dec 7). $100; scholarships available. Program of LEDA's
Thurs, Sept 16, 6 pm to 8 pm: Beginner's Conversational Spanish class (Sept 16-Dec 9). $100; scholarships available. Program of LEDA's
Fri, Sept 17 - Sun, Sept 19; various hours, closes 5 pm Sun: Fiesta Mexicana. Cultural event sponsored by Mexican Heritage Association. Music, art, and food of
Fri, Sept 17 - Sun, Sept 19:
Fri, Sept 17, 7 pm: "From Around the World…to Hope." General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony; public is invited.
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10th ANNUAL TULIPANES LATINO ART AND FILM FESTIVAL
Sat, Sept 18, and Sun, Sept 19:
Saturday, 10 am: Music, dance, children's art workshop, piñata: at
Saturday, 8 pm to midnight: Salsa Night, dance; dance instruction 8 to 9 pm. $10 from Holland Convention and Visitors Bureau in downtown
Sunday, 3 pm: Worship service. At
Sat, Sept 18, noon to 1 pm: Recovery Fest '10, marking National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. Food, music, games, information and resources. (616) 820-3780. At
Sat, Sept 18, 3:30 pm-midnight: Columbia Art District Festival. At
Tues, Sept 21 (through Nov 9), 3-5 pm: Institute for Healing Racism, 8-week session focused on "understanding and healing the wounds of racism." Dialogues and activities in a multi-cultural setting. Sponsored by Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance; facilitators Roberto Jara and Alan Headbloom. Cost is $100; some scholarship funds available. Register online at www.ethnicdiversity.org/what-we-do/institute. At
Tues, Sept 21, 5:30 pm: Information meeting for Home Purchase with Rehabilitation Program (HPR), which assists in purchase and rehab of single-family, owner-occupied properties in Holland Ourstreet Target Area. Call Sue Harder at (616) 355-3139. At Council Chambers,
Tues, Sept 21, 6:30 pm: "When Caring Becomes a Burden: Recovery from Rescuing." Information for people helping loved ones with mental illness and addiction. Sponsored by
Tues, Sept 28 (through Nov 16), 6:30 pm to 8:50 pm:
Wed, Sept 29, 8:30 am: 4th annual Lakeshore Friends of Fair Housing breakfast: "Opening Doors to Housing Choice." Fair housing attorney John Obee will give an overview of fair housing and a legal update. To attend, call Liz Keegan at 1-886-389-FAIR or email lkeegan@fhcwm.org At Baker Lofts Building, 171 East 24th (west of Lincoln Ave; park and enter at back of building), Holland.
Thurs, Sept 30, 7 pm: "
Thurs, Sept 30, through Oct. 9, 8 pm: Play: "Lines: The Lived Experience of Race." The "story of race, discrimination, and diversity in
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