In the Community October 16

 

In the Community October 16, 2012

A Weekly Calendar of Diversity Events

fromThe Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony

 

Is "In the Community" useful in helping you learn about or publicize diversity and multicultural events around here?  We hope so…and we're asking you to consider joining ACEH or renewing your membership as our current fiscal year gets under way.  Memberships support this email and all the other ACEH activities. The dues are $20 a year ($35/two years) for an individual; $30 a year ($50/two years) for a family; $40 for nonprofits; $75 for businesses.

 

 Here's how to join or renew:

--You can pay through the secure Pay Pal system at this updated link http://www.harmonyalliance.org/join.html

-- Or you can send a check to ACEH, c/o Treasurer Bin Lim, Box 3007, Holland 49422-3007,

--Or you can sign up any ACEH meeting or social event.  THANKS!  GRACIAS!

 

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, outreach, 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

 

TONIGHT, Tues, Oct 16, 7 pm: Travelogue: "Korea, Land of Contrast."  $7.  At Evergreen Commons, 480 State St, Holland.

 

Thurs, Oct 18, 10 am: "Acts of Courage: A Celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month," featuring Paul Chávez, son of the late civil rights leader César Chávez. By Davenport University and the César Chávez Unity Committee.  At Davenport University Sneden Auditorium, 6191 Kraft Ave SE, Caledonia.

 

Thurs, Oct 18, 7 pm: League of Women Voters-Holland education forum on pros and cons of six proposals on the Nov. 6 ballot.  Cosponsored by American Association of University Women and Latin Americans United for Progress.  www.lwvholland.org  At Holland City Hall council chamber room, 270 S. River, Holland.

 

Thurs, Oct 18, 5:30 pm: 8^th annual César Chávez Hispanic Excellence Scholarships and Awards Gala.  Featured guest: Paul Chávez, president and chair of the César Chávez Foundation.  Entertainment by Los Bandits.  $50.  Contact Jennifer Smith at jesmith@grcc.edu  At The Cultural Center, 2250 East Paris Ave SE, Grand Rapids.

 

Thurs, Oct 18, 7 pm: "Understanding US and Iranian Foreign Policy," by Mr. Reza Marashi, research director at the National Iranian American Council; guest on CNN, BBC, and ABC News.  World Affairs Council of Western Michigan.  www.worldmichigan.org or (616) 776-1721. At Aquinas College, Upper Donnelly Hall, 1607 Robinson Rd. SE, Grand Rapids.

 

Fri, Oct 19, 11 am: Spanish Story Hour and activities (Tiempo de Cuentos en Español) for children and families.  At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

 

Fri, Oct 19, 7 pm: PFLAG meeting to see DVD of play, "You Belong to Us."  Based on the stories of parents of gay and lesbian residents of Manhattan, Kansas.  Business meeting precedes film; bring snack to share.  At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.

 

Sat, Oct 20, 9 am to noon: 6^th annual free Health Fair offering services and consultations with medical personnel; information booths.  Organized by the Asian Center in partnership with Philippine Cultural Group of Michigan, Spectrum Health, and volunteers. the.ac@asian-center.org  At Centerpointe Mall (use entrance by post office), 3665 28^th St SE, Grand Rapids.

 

Sat, Oct 20, 10 am to noon: Papier Mache Mask Making, part of Viva la Vida events sponsored by HAAC and LAUP.  At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 E. 8^th, Holland.

 

Mon, Oct 24, 7 pm: Presentation by Kevin Boyle, author of "Arc of Justice: A Saga of Race, Civil Rights, and Murder in the Jazz Age," the recounting of a landmark historical event in Detroit in 1925 that helped lay the foundation of the civil rights movement.  A Great American Read event sponsored by Michigan Humanities Council.  www.grpl.org  At Grand Rapids Public Library, 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids.

 

Thurs, Oct 25, 7 pm: "Understanding the Role of Women in Islamic Societies."  Presentation by Ambassador Tahir-Kheli.  Sponsored by World Affairs Council of Western Michigan.  At Aquinas College, Upper Donnelly Hall, 1607 Robinson Rd SE, Grand Rapids.

 

Sat, Oct 27, 5 pm-9:30 pm: Viva la Vida! celebration of El Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), tradition of Mexico and Mexican culture honoring the memories of loved ones who have died.  Music, dance, crafts, food, Frieda Kahlo costume contest, face painting, lantern making, costume procession (7 pm), more.  Sponsored by Holland Area Arts Council and Latin Americans United for Progress.  At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 E. 8^th St, Holland.

 

Mon, Oct 29, 6 pm: Dia de los Muertos activity for children in 3^rd-5^th grades: Play Lotería, Mexican picture bingo game; snacks; prizes.  355-3100. At Herrick District Library, 300 S. River, Holland.

 

Tues, Oct 30, 6 pm: Dia de los Muertos activity for children in 3^rd-5^th grades: Decorate a sugar skull, learn about Day of the Dead.  Call 355-3726 to register.  At Herrick District Library, 300 S. River, Holland.

 

Fri, Nov 2, social hour 6:30 pm, dinner 7:30 pm: Annual Community Dinner of Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP).  $50.  RSVP by Oct 26 to Juan Alfaro (616) 594-7109 or www.laup.org   At Midtown Center Auditorium, 96 West 15^th St, Holland.

 

HOME MAINTENANCE WORKSHOPS:

Four-week class presented by Community Action House, Wednesdays, 6 – 8 pm:

Oct 24, plumbing; Oct 31, electrical repair, furnace maintenance; Nov 7, landscaping; Nov 14, painting, wall repair.  Free.  Register online at: http://octnov2012hmclass.eventbrite.com  At Macatawa Resource Center, 665 136^th Ave, Holland.

 

EXHIBITS:

Through Nov. 3: Obiter Dicta: Contemporary Latino Artists: works by 5 artists from the lakeshore on display at the Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8^th St, Holland.

 

Through Dec 31: Tenemos una voz ("We have a voice").  Adelante youth art and writings, supported by Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP).  At Holland Museum, 31 West 10^th, Holland (closed Tuesdays).