In the Community November 5, 2012
A Weekly Calendar of Diversity Events
from The Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony
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Have you used "In the Community" to find out about or publicize diversity and multicultural events in West Michigan? If you have, we hope you will consider joining ACEH or renewing your membership. 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.
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-- 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, Mon, Nov 5-Sat, Nov 10, 7:30 pm: Film, "Where Do We Go Now?" Comedy/drama about Lebanese women trying to ease religious tensions between Christians and Muslims in their village. As civil strife engulfs the country, the women use various means, to varying success, to keep their men in the dark by sabotaging the village radio and destroying the village TV. In Arabic; English subtitles. PG-13; 110 minutes. At Knickbocker Theatre, 86 East 8th St, Holland.
Tues, Nov 6, 7 am-8 pm: Election polling places are open. Your VOTE is your VOICE.
Thurs, Nov 8, 7:30 pm: A.J. Muste Memorial Lecture, with Dr. Glen Stassen, author and Professor of Ethics at Fuller Theological Seminary, who developed "Just Peacemaking" theory in ethics on the question of war. Commemorates the life and work of A. J. Muste, a Hope alumnus who became a "tireless activist" for peace and justice. At Winants Auditorium, Graves Hall, 263 College Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Sat, Nov 10, 2 pm (NOTE new time/place this month): ACEH general meeting in collaboration with the Holland Museum for a presentation of "Speak Now," a documentary film by Mas Adelante youth of Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP) who interviewed local residents about their experiences in West Michigan. Student producer Yadah Ramirez, an ACEH youth advisor, will answer questions following the film. Open to the public, everyone is welcome. At Holland Museum, 31 West 10th St, Holland.
Mon, Nov 12, 7 pm: "Raising Children without Racism," by Faye Richardson-Green of Steelcase, Inc and Alan Headbloom, Headbloom Cross-Cultural Communications; includes talking to your children about race, attitudes, and culture; reflecting on personal bias; age-appropriate conversation. Sponsored by Partners for a Racism-Free Community. $15. Register at (616) 466-6187. At Bethlehem Church, 250 Commerce SW, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Nov 13, 11:30 am: Lunch and Learn Series: "Raising Children without Racism." $25. Register at (616) 466-6187. See Nov. 12, above for information and location.
Wed, Nov 14, 6 pm: Native Heritage Program: "Kill the Indian, Save the Man—How American Indians Survived," by activist and editor of the award-winning Native News Network Levi Rickert. The story of how Native Americans survived the Indian boarding schools era, relocation of American Indians to cities, and the resurgence of the American Indian culture. Presented by Office of Multicultural Education, Hope College. At Fried-Hemenway Auditorium, Martha Miller Center, Columbia and 10th, Holland.
Sat, Nov 17, 7 pm: Performances "Images: A Reflection of Cultures," sponsored by Hope College Office of International Education. At Knickerbocker Theater, 86 East 8th St, Holland.
Sat, Dec 8, 5 pm: Annual ACEH Holiday Potluck and Cultural Sharing Party. Please bring a dish to share from your heritage and a nonperishable item for a local food bank; ACEH provides beverages and table service. Music, art activities, entertainment, auction of goods and services—lots of fun for the whole family. Everyone is welcome. At First United Methodist Church, 57 West 10th St (use 9th Street entrance), Holland
COMMUNITY SERVICE MINI-GRANTS FOR GRADES 6-12:
The Youth Advisory Committee of the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area is accepting applications for mini-grants of $100 to $500 that engage youth in community service projects that better the Holland/Zeeland area. Any students of a classroom, school club, or youth-serving community organization in grades 6-12 can apply; all applications must be written by students and submitted by 5 pm Friday, November 30. See detailed guidelines and application form at http://cfhz.org/uploads/documents/2012_Fall_Mini-Grant_Application_Packet.pdf For questions about the program, contact Elizabeth Kidd at Elizabeth@cfhz.org or (616) 396-6590.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPS:
--Depression Bipolar Support Alliance, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 1 pm
--Mental Health Strategies Group, Thursdays at 10 am
--Women's Group, Fridays at 10 am
All groups are free and open to adults with mental illness. All meet at Holland Drop In Center, 636 Hastings Ave, Holland. (616) 355-2207; www.hollanddropin.org or www.facebook.com/hollanddropin Check website for free mental health resources.
APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING:
West Michigan Plumbers, Fitters and Service Trades Local #174 will accept applications for apprenticeship from Nov 26- Dec 7, for persons interested in becoming a plumber, pipefitter or HVACR service technician. Apply in person at 1008 O'Malley Dr, Coopersville, 8 am- noon or 1 to 5 pm with your high school diploma or GED, driver's license or state ID; must pass math and mechanical aptitude tests given at time of application. Ten new apprentices will be accepted after applications and interviews. Call Ryan Bennett at (616) 837-0222, ext. 13.
EXHIBITS:
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 10th, Holland (closed Tuesdays).
