In the Community July 2 and 9, from ACEH

 

In the Community July 2 and 9, 2012

A Weekly Calendar of Diversity Events

from The Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony

 

"My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country."  … John F. Kennedy, elected in 1956 as the 35^th president of the United States; assassinated Nov. 22, 1963.

Best wishes for a Happy Fourth of July!

 

ACEH was founded in Holland in 1999 and is committed to justice, equal opportunity, cross-cultural understanding, and appreciation for diversity.  Members and friends work together through programs, advocacy, and social events to make West Michigan a place where all people are welcomed and respected. "In the Community" is also on the ACEH website: www.harmonyalliance.org/Events

 

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Mon, July 2, 7 pm: General meeting of Holland Is Ready, focusing on workplace discrimination; additional information from the documentary "Out at Work," with discussion. Presentation by Holland Community Energy Advisory Group.  At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.

 

Fri, July 6, 5 pm: Premiere of "Speak Now," documentary about the life experiences of minoritiy people and their challenges living in the Holland area.  Produced by local high school students in LAUP's  Mas Adelante critical thinking and communication skills program and funded by a mini-grant from the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area.  At Herrick District Library Auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.

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Friday, July 13, 6:30 to 8:45 pm (doors open at 6:15).  Community forum, "Destination Education," providing information on resources to help young people find a way to obtain post-secondary education (college or other training).   Learn the four steps to college; Know HOW 2 GO; information will be available in both English and Spanish.

 

--Who should attend: 7^th to 12^th graders, their parents, grandparents, mentors, community activists, friends, and youth-serving organizations.

 

 --Hosts: Presented by the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH) and these collaborating organizations: Herrick District Library, City of Holland, Latin Americans United for Progress, Lakeshore Latino Outreach Center, TRIO/Upward Bound at Hope College, Center of African American Art and History, Juneteenth, and Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance.

 

--Where:  At Herrick District Library Auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.

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Fri, July 13, and Sat, July 14, 8 am to 4 pm:  Annual summer fundraising garage sale of Lakeshore Latino Outreach Center.  Contact Poema Weller at 499-4872 or poema.weller@latinooutreach.org for more information or to donate items for the sale.  Sale will take place next door to LLOC office at 162 East 19^th St, Holland.

 

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Wed, Aug 1, to Wed, Aug 22, 6 pm to 8 pm: Workshops: First-time Home Buyer Education. Week 1: budgeting and property taxes; week 2: credit and affordability; week 3: real estate and home inspections; week 4: mortgages and insurance.  Workshop fulfills the requirements for obtaining a MSHDA loan financing. Participants must attend all four sessions to earn a certificate.  Photo ID and income verification required.  Sponsored by Community Action House. Contact Gwen Robles at (616) 738-1170, ext. 123, or email

grobles@communityactionhouse.org  At Macatawa Resource Center, 665 136^th Ave, Holland.

 

Fri, Aug 3, 8 am, registration; 9 am, shotgun start; 1 pm, lunch:  Golf Outing 2012  "Drive for Education" in support of youth leadership development programs of Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP).  $85 individual; $300 for team of four (must register by July 6); $340 for team of four, after July 6.  Sponsorship opportunities available.  Contact Juan Alfaro at juan.alfaro@laup.org or (616) 594-7109.  At Winding Creek Golf Course, 4514 East Ottagon St, Holland.

 

Sun, Aug 12, 1 pm: 14^th annual Potluck in the Park of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH).  Please bring a dish to share, from your cultural background.  Beverages and table service provided by ACEH.  Music, games, fun for all ages.  Everyone is welcome! Invite family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers.  At Ransom Park, Ransom Ave between 160^th and 168^th on Holland's north side.