In the Community December 24, 2012
A Weekly Calendar of Diversity Events
From The Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony
Best wishes of the season for celebrations of
Christmas, Kwanzaa, and the New Year!
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Pictures from the December 8 ACEH Holiday Potluck and Cultural Sharing Party are posted on our Facebook site: ACEH- Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony.
Sat, Dec 29, 4 pm to 7 pm: Kwanzaa 2012 Celebration. A family evening for children, teens, adults, and seniors. At Western Theological Seminary, 101 East 13th St, Holland.
Fri, Jan 4, noon: Calvin College January Series: "Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide," by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and co-author of three best-selling books Sheryl Wu Dunn. "Half the Sky" focuses on challenges facing women around the globe. In person at Calvin College Covenant Center, 3201 Burton Ave SE, Grand Rapids; via webcast at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Rd, Holland.
Tues, Jan 8, noon: Calvin College January Series: "Welcoming the Stranger: Justice, Compassion and Truth in the Immigration Debate," by Jenny Yang, director of advocacy and policy for the Refugee and Immigration Program at World Relief. In person at Calvin College Covenant Center, 3201 Burton Ave SE, Grand Rapids; via webcast at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Rd, Holland.
Wed, Jan 9, 11:30 am to 1 pm: Lunch and Learn series of Partners for a Racism-Free Community: "Diversity & Inclusion vs. Affirmative Action: different goals…different playbook" by Chris Macon, diversity and inclusion consultant. $25. Register at www.eventbrite.com/org/1842484739 or (616) 466-6187. At Dominican Center at Marywood, 2025 East Fulton, Grand Rapids.
Thurs, Jan 10, 6:30 pm (note change of usual date, time, and location): General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony; film and discussion "Education under Fire: Persecutions of Baha'is in Iran". David Douglas will facilitate, with Shahnaz Damasio, Sundra Maytan, and Kim Douglas. (616) 335-1686. Everyone is welcome. At Winants Auditorium, Graves Hall, Hope College, College Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Tues, Jan 15, noon: Calvin College January Series: "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks," by Rebecca Skloot: the "collision between ethics, race, and medicine; scientific discovery and faith healing; a daughter's questions about the mother she never knew; a story connected to the dark history of experimentation on African Americans." In person at Calvin College Covenant Center, 3201 Burton Ave SE, Grand Rapids; via webcast at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap, Holland.
Sun, Jan 20: First issue of "Nuestra Comunidad," is scheduled for publication by the Holland Sentinel. The paper, entirely in Spanish, will be available at local markets, restaurants, and other locations and as an insert in the Holland Flashes South.
Tues, Jan 22, 11:30 am: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Luncheon: "What Is This Dream All About?" by keynote speaker Dr. John Lee, Ph.D., psychologist and coordinator of the Multi-Ethnic Counseling Center Alliance at Michigan State University. RSVP by Fri, Jan 11, to (616) 395-7867 or email OME@Hope.edu. Hosted by Office of Multicultural Education, Hope College. At Maas Auditorium, Hope College, Columbia Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Tues, Jan 22, noon: Justice for Our Neighbors (JFON) fundraiser focused on immigration and social justice issues that impact communities and congregations. Short documentary "Jasmine's Story" followed by discussion with Jasmine Franco and Rev. Melanie Carey and presentation by Dr. Stephen Monsma, author of "Healing for a Broken World: Christian Perspectives on Public Policy." Includes lunch (suggested donation $15); register at www.JFONWestMichigan.org or call Mary De Ridder at (616) 399-2161. JFON provides free immigration legal services, education, and advocacy, through clinics in Grand Rapids and Holland. At St. Francis de Sales Church community room, 171 West 13th St, Holland.
Tues, Jan 22, 6:30 pm: Justice for Our Neighbors (JFON) fundraiser focused on immigration and social justice issues that impact communities and congregations. See information above at Jan. 22, noon. Catered meal ($20) and silent auction; register at www.JFONWestMichigan.org. At Keystone Community Church, Ada (directions on the JFON web site).
Sun, Jan 27, 4 pm: Film, "The Line." 40-minute documentary by Emmy Award-winning producer Linda Midgett that asks viewers to reconsider their stereotypes about people who live in poverty. Discussion follows. At Hope Church, 77 West 11th St, Holland.
Mon, Jan 28, 6 to 9 pm: "Transforming Communities: An Introduction to Community Development," by Jay VanGroningen, Communities First Association, and Judy Van Dyke, Neighborhood Connections. Co-hosted by Hope Church's Community Ministry and Good Samaritan's Neighborhood Connections. A light meal will be served; no charge but contributions are welcome. Registration required; call (616) 392-7947. At Hope Church, 77 West 11th St, Holland.
Sat, Feb 9, 3 to 5 pm: Korean New Year Celebration, with Chicago Korean Dancing Company, Chung's Black Belt Tae Kwon Do, Korean music, and Maciek's Magic Show. Free. For information, contact Dr. John Kim at johnkim@gmail.com or Holland Korean Church, (616) 795-8047 or 392-2635. At First Reformed Church, 630 State St, Holland.
Sat, Feb 9, 6 to 9 pm: Benefit dinner and concert presented by The Center of African American Art and History featuring guitarist Nick Colionne, jazz, vocals, R&B, blues, and soul artist. Funds will go for construction and computers to implement the Ancestry.com program at CAAAH. Tickets: $75 (back); $100 (mid-section); $150 premier seating. For tickets and information: Ruth Coleman, CAAAH executive director, (616) 836-8559 or online at www.caaahholland.org Sponsors: Grand Valley State University and Haworth Corp. At Double Tree by Hilton Hotel, 650 East 24th St, Holland.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLASSES
Wed, Jan 2 – Wed, Feb 6, 6 pm to 8 pm: Six-week class on financial management presented by Community Action House. Free. Participants must attend all six weeks to earn a certificate; photo ID and income verification required. Register online at http://janfeb2013fmclass.eventbrite.com
Call Gwen Robles (616) 738-1170, ext. 123 or email grobles@communityactionhouse.org At Macatawa Resource Center, 665 136th Ave, Holland.
LOOKING AHEAD
Thurs, Mar 7, and Fri, Mar 8, 8 am to 4:30 pm: Two-day Racial Equity Institute. Using facilitated dialogue and activities, a racially diverse group of participants will examine internalized, interpersonal, institutional, and structural levels of racial equity. $130 (includes breakfast, lunch, snack); some scholarships available. Register online at www.ethnicdiversity.org or call (616) 846-9074. Sponsored by Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance. In Holland, location to be announced.
Thurs, Mar 7 – Thurs, Apr 25, 6 pm to 8:30 pm: Holland's Neighborhood Leadership Academy. Participants develop leadership skills through interactive classes and presentations from leaders of the community. Free (includes dinner). Applications being accepted now; contact Sue Harder, Ourstreet Coordinator, (616) 355-3139 or s.harder@cityofholland.com
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).
Through Feb 3: Land of the Rising Sun: Exhibit by artists working in traditional Japanese techniques and artists inspired by this culture. (269) 637-1041. At South Haven Center for the Arts, 600 Phoenix St, South Haven.
