In the Community from ACEH March 25

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In the Community: March 25, 2013
A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony

Do you use "In the Community" to find out about or publicize diversity
and multicultural events in West Michigan? If you do, ACEH can use
your support. Please consider joining ACEH or renewing your
membership. Your dues help pay for this email and all the other
Alliance 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.
It's easy--here's how:
--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 Check us out on
Facebook at ACEH - Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony.
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Tues, Mar 26, 11 am: "Imperfect Union: The Eurozone in Crisis," live
webcast, with Q&A, by Dr. John McCormick, Indiana University, and Dr.
John Pottow, University of Michigan. Part of Great Decisions 2013.
Light lunch included, courtesy of Friends of Herrick District Library.
At Herrick District Library auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.

Tues, Mar 26, 2 pm: TRIO Upward Bound fundraiser deadline to order and
pay for desserts, pizza, subs, soups, cookie dough from Google Factory;
proceeds support Upward Bound Scholarship Fund. Items may be picked
up before 5 pm April 16. At Upward Bound Office, Hope College, Graves
Hall, lower level, College Ave at 11th St, Holland.

Wed, Mar 27, 4 pm: Annual César Chávez Lecture: " A Vision for a Just
Society," keynote by Juanita Bocanegra, who grew up in a migrant
family, graduated from GVSU and Cooley Law School, and serves as
assistant prosecutor for Ottawa County. (616) 395-7867. Sponsored by
Hope College Office of Multicultural Education, with the Dean for
International and Multicultural Education and La Raza Unida. At
Winants Auditorium, Graves Hall, College Ave at 11th St, Holland.

Sat, Apr 6, 5 pm to 9:30 pm (doors open at 4 pm): Annual Easter and
Cambodian New Year Celebration, by Cambodian Fellowship. Foods,
traditional dances, skits, mission slide presentation. Everyone is
welcome. cfcrcholland@gmail.com At Evergreen Commons, 480 State St,
Holland.

Wed, Apr 10, 4 pm to 6 pm: The African American Awareness and
Development Organization is teaming with the Holland Civic Theatre to
hold supervised Power 2 Be workshops for youth ages 13 to 19. $10.
Participants will perform plays about Black history, cultural
experiences, and more. Contact Theenda Yarbrough, executive director,
at (616) 546-9448, 9 am to 5 pm; or email ty.juneteenth@yahoo.com The
website is www.aaad-juneteenth.org

Wed, Apr 10, 5:30 pm: Senior Recognition and Women of Color
Celebration dinner and program by Office of Multicultural Education,
with Dean for International and Multicultural Education at Hope
College. $7 for community members; RSVP by Thurs, Apr 4, to 395-7867
or ome@hope.edu At Maas Auditorium, Columbia Ave at 11th St, Holland.

Thurs, Apr 11, 11:30 am: Lunch and Learn program of Partners for a
Racism-Free Community: "The Best of Intentions: Race, Class, Privilege
& Cultural Competency," by Dr. Jennifer Stewart, associate professor of
sociology at GVSU and creator of the Act on Racism student troupe. $25,
includes lunch. Register at www.prfc-gr.org or through
www.Eventbrite.com At Domincan Center at Marywood, 2025 East Fulton
(enter and park from Lakeside), Grand Rapids.

Fri, Apr 12, 7 pm: General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and
Ethnic Harmony (ACEH). Everyone is welcome. At Center for Women in
Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.

Wed, Apr 17, 11:30 am: Minority Business Awards Luncheon of Michigan
West Coast Chamber of Commerce. Honors Minority Business of the Year
and Outstanding Advocate for Minority-Owned Business. Presentation by
Kennedy Management Resources Diversity Theater. $30 per person or
$240/table of 8. RSVP to (616) 392-2389; events@westcoastchamber.org
or online at www.westcoastchamber.org At Midtown Center, 96 West 15th
St, Holland.

Thurs, Apr 18, 11:30 am: "The New Religious Landscape of West
Michigan," by Fred Stella, host of weekly Interfaith Dialogue
Association show on WGVU, who will "explain the core beliefs of the
many faiths in our neighborhoods and help dispel myths and stereotypes
associated with various religions." $3, includes lunch. Register
before Apr 16 at (616) 820-7482. At Christ Memorial Church, 595
Graafschap Rd, Holland.

Thurs, Apr 18, 5:30 pm: Annual Reach for the Stars fundraiser for the
Center for Women in Transition, with award-winning author Mary Karr
("The Liar's Club," "Lit") as guest speaker. Cocktail hour, dinner,
live and silent auctions. Tickets $100 from Ellie Davis (616) 494-1744
or EllieL@aplaceforwomen.org At Doubletree Hilton Hotel, 650 East
24th, Holland.

JOB FAIRS
Career and Education Expo: Variety of job and education opportunities.
--Wednesday, March 27, 9 am to 2 pm: Holland Civic Center, 150 East 8th
St, Holland.

Virtual Career Fair: Thursday, March 28 – Wednesday, April 3.
www.hollandsentinel.com

JOB OPENINGS
ALLEGAN COUNTY Human Resource Dept.:
--Deadline Friday, March 29: Outreach and Assistance Counselor,
full-time with benefits. Degree in sociology, social work or
gerontology, or course work toward degree; 3 years' experience working
with vulnerable adults, knowledge of community resources related to
seniors. Must have or be able to obtain certification as a MMAP
Counselor. Apply online: www.allegancounty.org

CITY OF HOLLAND (3 part-time , 1 full-time):
--Deadline Friday, March 29: Custodian for Holland Civic Center (up to
28 hours/week): Print application at www.cityofholland.com and email to
hr@cityofholland.com or pick up application in person at Human
Resources Department, Holland City Hall, 270 South River.

--Deadline Friday, April 26: Forestry Supervisor (full time
w/benefits): 2-4 years urban forestry experience; associate's degree in
urban forestry, horticulture, or related field; bachelor's degree
preferred. Send resume/cover letter to hr@cityofholland.com or City of
Holland, Human Resources Department/Forestry Supervisor, City Hall, 270
South River, Holland 49423.

--Deadline Monday, April 29: Human Relations Coordinator (24
hours/week): Experience in public relations and case investigation
related to civil rights or similar law; bachelor's degree or
significant course work in relevant fields. Bilingual in Spanish;
multicultural preferred. See description at www.cityofholland.com
Send resume/cover letter to hr@cityofholland.com or City of Holland,
Human Resources Department/Human Relations Coordinator, City Hall, 270
South River, Holland 49423.

--Deadline Monday, April 29: International Relations Coordinator (12
hours/week): Experience in public relations and public policy;
bachelor's degree or significant course work in relevant fields.
Bilingual in Spanish; multicultural preferred. See description at
www.cityofholland.com Send resume/ cover letter to
hr@cityofholland.com or City of Holland, Human Resources
Department/International Relations Coordinator, City Hall, 270 South
River, Holland 49423.

HOPE COLLEGE, Office of Multicultural Education (OME):
--Deadline Friday, April 5: Office manager of OME: Full-time person to
organize and coordinate office operations and procedures, more; work
occasional weekends and evenings. Bachelor's degree preferred. See
description at http://www.hope.edu/amin/hr/employment/jobs/ome_ad.htm
Submit resume and three references online at staffopenings@hope.edu

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY:
--Deadline Wednesday, March 27: Site supervisor (15-30 hours/week).
Supervises volunteers on construction tasks, teaches skills as needed,
responsible for work site safety and equipment, leads daily devotions.
3-5 years construction experience, leadership, or instruction.
Conversational Spanish helpful. Send letter of interest/resume to
build@lakeshorehabitat.org or to Dave Stegink, construction director,
Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity, 12727 Riley St, Holland 49424.

MEDIATION SERVICES in Holland:
--Deadline Monday, April 1. Daytime (12-18 hours/week) administrative
position for accounts receivable, billing, reports, and support to
marketing and fundraising team (communication, website, social media).
Minimum of high school graduation and customer service experience.
Email resume to Susan Kuite Smith at skuite@mediationsolvesconflicts.org

PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF WEST AND NORTHERN MICHIGAN seeks full-time,
experienced health educator in Grand Rapids area. Initiates outreach;
monitors grants and budgets; prepares reports. Bachelor's degree,
experience in public speaking and group facilitation with diverse
audiences; prefer bilingual candidate. Varied hours. Send
resume/cover letter to HR@ppwnm.org or HR, PPWNM, 425 Cherry St, SE,
Grand Rapids 49503; fax to 616-774-0516; or online at www.ppwnm.org and
select the Jobs tab.

SCHOLARSHIPS
The Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council (MMSDC) is accepting
applications for its 2013 MMSDC Scholarship Program. The MMSDC
Scholarship Program awards 10 scholarships of $2,500 per year, for up
to two years, to qualifying minority college students attending a
Michigan college or university. Apply at:
http://minoritysupplier.org/gala/mmsdc-scholarship-application.pdf

In the Community from ACEH March 18

In the Community: March 18, 2013
A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony

Do you use "In the Community" to find out about or publicize diversity
and multicultural events in West Michigan? If you do, ACEH can use
your support. Please consider joining ACEH or renewing your
membership. Your dues help pay for this email and all the other
Alliance 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.
It's easy--here's how:
--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 Check us out on
Facebook at ACEH - Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony.
_________________________________________________________________________
________

Tues, Mar 19, 6:30 pm: Movie, "A Smile as Big as the Moon," true story
"about West Michigan teens with developmental disabilities who overcame
obstacles for admission into NASA's exclusive Space Camp program." Free
to the public. Event celebrates Developmental Disabilities Awareness
Month; includes information about local services.
kaldrich@spectrumhuman.org At Celebration Cinema North, 2121
Celebration Dr NE (off East Beltline, north of Knapp St NE), Grand
Rapids.

Tues, Mar 19, 7 pm: Travel film, "Italy: A Journey to Venice, Tuscany,
Rome and the Amalfi Coast." $7. At Evergreen Commons, 480 State St,
Holland.

Tues, Mar 26, 11 am: "Imperfect Union: The Eurozone in Crisis," live
webcast, with Q&A, by Dr. John McCormick, Indiana University, and Dr.
John Pottow, University of Michigan. Part of Great Decisions 2013.
Light lunch included, courtesy of Friends of Herrick District Library.
At Herrick District Library auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.

Wed, Mar 27, 4 pm: Annual César Chávez Lecture: " A Vision for a Just
Society," keynote by Juanita Bocanegra, who grew up in a migrant
family, graduated from GVSU and Cooley Law School, and serves as
assistant prosecutor for Ottawa County. (616) 395-7867. Sponsored by
Hope College Office of Multicultural Education, with the Dean for
International and Multicultural Education and La Raza Unida. At
Winants Auditorium, Graves Hall, College Ave at 11th St, Holland.

Thurs, Mar 28, 5:30 pm to 8 pm: 2013 Community Engagement Reception:
"Experience Your Grand Rapids." Learn about local attractions and
events that are welcoming to all. Networking and live entertainment,
food, beverages, more "in a relaxed atmosphere with a diverse group of
forward-thinking members of the community." Sponsored by Grand
Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority, and others. RSVP by
Friday, Mar 22, at http://cigreception.eventbrite.com At DeVos Place,
Convention Center, downtown Grand Rapids.

Sat, Apr 6, 5 pm to 9:30 pm (doors open at 4 pm): Annual Easter and
Cambodian New Year Celebration, sponsored by the Cambodian Fellowship.
Includes foods, traditional dances and skits, mission slide
presentation. Everyone is welcome. cfcrcholland@gmail.com At
Evergreen Commons, 480 State St, Holland.

Wed, Apr 10, 4 pm to 6 pm: The African American Awareness and
Development Organization is teaming with the Holland Civic Theatre to
hold a supervised Power 2 Be workshop for youth ages 13 to 19 (creative
acting, directing, stage construction, stage performance, lighting,
hair/makeup, costumes). $10. Participants will perform plays about
Black history, cultural experiences, and more. Contact Theenda
Yarbrough, executive director at (616) 546-9448, 9 am to 5 pm; or email
ty.juneteenth@yahoo.com The website is www.aaad-juneteenth.org

Fri, Apr 12, 7 pm: General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and
Ethnic Harmony (ACEH). Topic to be announced. Everyone is welcome.
At Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.

Thurs, Apr 18, 5:30 pm: Annual Reach for the Stars fundraiser for the
Center for Women in Transition, with award-winning poet and memorist
Mary Karr ("The Liar's Club," "Lit") as guest speaker. Cocktail hour,
dinner, live and silent auctions. Tickets $100 from Ellie Davis (616)
494-1744 or EllieL@aplaceforwomen.org At Doubletree Hilton Hotel, 650
East 24th, Holland.

JOB OPENINGS

Allegan County Human Resource Dept.:
--Deadline Friday, March 29: Outreach and Assistance Counselor,
full-time with benefits. Degree in sociology, social work or
gerontology, or course work toward such a degree; 3 years' experience
working with vulnerable adults, knowledge of community resources
related to seniors. Must have or be able to obtain certification as a
MMAP Counselor within 90 days of hire. Job description and online
application at www.allegancounty.org

CASA (Children's After School Achievement), a community program of Hope
College, invites applications for these positions:
--1. Part-time, summer-only teaching and teaching assistant positions.
5 openings. Deadline is TODAY, Mon, Mar 18. See descriptions and
applications at www.hope.edu/casa and click on Applications.
--2. Part-time 10 to 10 ½ month assistant for general office and
organization support. Must speak Spanish and English. Deadline is
Friday, March 22. See description and application at www.hope.edu/casa
and click on Applications.

CITY OF HOLLAND (3 part-time jobs):
--Deadline Friday, March 29: Custodian for Holland Civic Center (up to
28 hours/week): Print application at www.cityofholland.com and email to
hr@cityofholland.com or pick up application in person at Human
Resources Department, Holland City Hall, 270 South River.

--Deadline Monday, April 29: Human Relations Coordinator (24
hours/week): Experience in public relations and case investigation
related to civil rights or similar law; bachelor's degree or
significant course work in public policy, public administration,
sociology or related field. Bilingual in Spanish required;
multi-cultural preferred. Full description at www.cityofholland.com
Send resume with cover letter to hr@cityofholland.com or by mail to
City of Holland, Human Resources Department/Human Relations
Coordinator, City Hall, 270 South River, Holland 49423.

--Deadline Monday, April 29: International Relations Coordinator (12
hours/week): Experience in public relations and public policy;
bachelor's degree or significant course work in public policy, public
administration, sociology or related field. Bilingual in Spanish
required; multi-cultural preferred. Full description at
www.cityofholland.com Send resume with cover letter to
hr@cityofholland.com or by mail to City of Holland, Human Resources
Department/International Relations Coordinator, City Hall, 270 South
River, Holland 49423.

HOPE COLLEGE, Office of Multicultural Education (OME) (2 full-time
jobs):
--Deadline Friday, March 22: Assistant director of OME: Advising,
providing cultural enrichment and leadership development, planning
field trips and cultural experiences, training, financial coordinator,
more. Master's degree preferred with 2 years' related experience.
Full description at
http://www.hope.edu/admin/hr/employment/jobs/ome_ad.htm Submit
application letter, resume, and three references to
staffopenings@hope.edu; Subject: OME Assistant Director

--Deadline Friday, April 5: Office manager of OME: Organizing and
coordinating office operations and procedures, more; able to work
occasional weekends and evenings. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Full description at
http://www.hope.edu/amin/hr/employment/jobs/ome_ad.htm Submit resume
and three references online at staffopenings@hope.edu

MEDIATION SERVICES in Holland (1 part-time job):
--Deadline Monday, April 1. Daytime (12-18 hours/week) administrative
position working with accounts receivable, billing, and report
generation, and offering support to the marketing and fundraising team,
including communication, website, and social media. Minimum of high
school graduation and customer service experience. Email resume to
Susan Kuite Smith at skuite@mediationsolvesconflicts.org

MOKA Corporation: JOB FAIR (Full- and part-time positions, all shifts,
in West Michigan, including Allegan, Muskegon, Ottawa, and Kent
Counties). MOKA is a nonprofit organization serving individuals with
disabilities. Job Fair is 10 am to 4 pm Thursday, March 21, at the
Michigan Works! office, Human Services Building, 3255 122nd Ave,
Allegan. Learn more about open positions and apply online at
www.moka.org and clicking on Careers; please complete online
application before attending Job Fair (computers available on-site).

PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF WEST AND NORTHERN MICHIGAN seeks a full-time,
experienced health educator in the greater Grand Rapids area.
Inititates outreach; monitors compliance with grant funding and
budgets; prepares reports. Requires bachelor's degree in related
field, experience in public speaking and group facilitation with
diverse audiences; prefer candidate who is bilingual. Must be able to
work varied hours. Send resume with cover letter to HR@ppwnm.org or
mail to HR, PPWNM, 425 Cherry St, SE, Grand Rapids 49503; fax to
616-774-0516; or online at www.ppwnm.org and select the Jobs tab.

SCHOLARSHIPS
The Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council (MMSDC) is accepting
applications for its 2013 MMSDC Scholarship Program. The MMSDC
Scholarship Program awards ten (10) scholarships of $2,500 per year,
for up to two years, to qualifying minority college students attending
a Michigan college or university. To apply, go here
http://minoritysupplier.org/gala/mmsdc-scholarship-application.pdf

In the Community March 11

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In the Community: March 11, 2013
A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony


Tues, Mar 12, 11 am: "The Road to Myanmar: Where Could It Lead," live
webcast with Q&A, by Karen Coates and Jerry Redfern, print and
photojournalist team on Southeast Asia. Free, light lunch included
courtesy of Friendss of Herrick District Library. Part of Great
Decisions 2013. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

Fri, Mar 15, 7 pm: PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
Meeting. Presentation (at 8 pm) by Andrea Ernst and Taylor Dereadt,
cofounders of MiLove, on the statewide movement to collect enough
signatures to put repeal of Proposal 2 on the 2014 ballot. Open to the
public; meeting begins with a support group, followed by the
presentation. Email: PFLAGHOL@juno.com. Web: www.pflaglakeshore.org
At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.

Sat, Mar 16, noon: St. Patrick's Day Celebration. Parade begins at
noon at the Holland Civic Center, 8th St and Pine Ave, Holland. Donate
canned goods along the parade route, to benefit Community Action House
food bank.

Tues, Mar 19, 7 pm: Film, "Italy: A Journey to Venice, Tuscany, Rome
and the Amalfi Coast."
$7. At Evergreen Commons, 480 State St, Holland.

Fri, Mar 22, 7:30 am to 3:45 pm: Annual Forum of Partners for a
Racism-Free Community, with keynote speeches by Dr. Gail Christopher of
the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and author damali ayo, and breakout
sessions. $50; deadline for registration and ticket sales is Fri, Mar
15, at http://www.prfc-gr.org/index.html. At Eberhard Center, Grand
Valley State University downtown campus, 301 Fulton, Grand Rapids.

Sat, Mar 23, 9 am to 5 pm: R.I.C.E. Conference (Realizing and
Addressing Issues in our Culture and Education). Offers information on
culture, education and health t educate and raise awareness on Asian
issues. Complimentary breakfast and lunch. Free, open to the public.
Contact GVSU Office f Multicultural Affairs at (616) 331-2177 or
oma@gvsu.edu At DeVos Center, Loosemore Auditorium, Building E, Pew
Grand Rapids Campus, 401 West Fulton, Grand Rapids.

Wed, Mar 27, 4 pm: César Chávez Lecture. Sponsored by Hope College
Office of Multicultural Education in collaboration with the Dean for
International and Multicultural Education and la Raza Unida. At
Winants Auditorium, Graves Hall, College Ave at 11th St, Holland.

YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOP
Wed, Apr 10, 4 pm to 6 pm: The African American Awareness and
Development Organization is teaming with the Holland Civic Theatre to
hold a supervised Power 2 Be workshop for youth ages 13 to 19 (creative
acting, directing, stage construction, stage performance, lighting,
hair/makeup, costumes). $10. Participants will perform plays about
Black history, cultural experiences, and more. Contact Theenda
Yarbrough, executive director at (616) 546-9448, 9 am to 5 pm; or email
ty.juneteenth@yahoo.com The website is www.aaad-juneteenth.org

CASA JOBS
CASA (Children's After School Achievement), a community program of Hope
College, invites applications for these positions:
--1. Part-time, summer-only teaching and teaching assistant positions.
5 openings. Deadline is Mon, Mar 18. For descriptions and
applications, go to www.hope.edu/casa and click on Applications.
--2. Part-time 10 to 10 ½ month assistant for general office and
organization support. Must speak Spanish and English. Deadline is
Fri, Mar 22. For description and application, go to www.hope.edu/casa
and click on Applications.


PRESCRIPTION DISCOUNT CARD
To obtain a free prescription discount card, go to the website
www.familywize.org or call (866) 810-3784; cards in English and Spanish
also available in the information racks at Herrick District Library.
Partnered with United Way; discounts available at more than 60,000
pharmacies nationwide to assist people with no insurance or to lower
the amount paid for a prescription.

LANGUAGE ACADEMY
The Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance offers 10 weeks of instruction
in Spanish for beginners (Tues, Apr 9 – June 11, 9 am to 11 am) and
intermediate learners (Thurs, Apr 11-June 13, 6 pm to 8 pm).
$100 and purchase of book; some scholarships available. Registration
is open now at www.ethnicdiversity.org or (616) 846-9074. At Macatawa
Resource Center, 665 136th Ave, Holland.

In the Community March 4

In the Community: March 4, 2013
A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony

TODAY, Mar 4 – Fri, Mar 8: Asian Heritage Week sponsored by Hope's
Asian Perspective Association (HAPA) in collaboration with Hope College
Office of Multicultural Education.

NOTE: The Asian Food Festival at Hope College, previously listed for
Tuesday, March 5, has been postponed until April; date to be announced.

TONIGHT, Mar 4, 7 pm: Holland is Ready meeting with Dr. James V.
Brownson, professor of New Testament Studies at Western Theological
Seminary, discussing his new book: "Bible, Gender, Sexuality: Reframing
the Church's Debate on Same-Sex Relationships." Free, open to the
public. At Grace Episcopal Church 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.

Fri, Mar 8, 7 pm: Documentary film: "Traces of the Trade: A Story from
the Deep North," the account of a New England family, their history
with the slave trade, and their journey in the present day. Discussion
facilitated by Dr. Fred Johnson III of Hope College history department.
General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony;
everyone is welcome. www.harmonyalliance.org or 396-2201. At Hope
College Fried-Hemenway Auditorium, Martha Miller Center, Columbia Ave
at 10th St, Holland.

Fri, Mar 8, 7 pm: Exhibit and poetry read: "Stories: The Artwork and
Poetry of Formerly Incarcerated Men and Women Experiencing New
Beginnings through the Creative Process," with host Red Kingman of WHTC
and special guests. Presented by Holland Area Arts Council with 70x7,
University of Michigan's Linkage Project, and Ambrose. At Holland Area
Arts Council, 150 East 8th St, Holland.

Tues, Mar 12, 11 am: "The Road to Myanmar: Where Could It Lead," live
webcast with Q&A, by Karen Coates and Jerry Redfern, print and
photojournalist team on Southeast Asia. Free, light lunch included
courtesy of Friendss of Herrick District Library. Part of Great
Decisions 2013. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

Fri, Mar 22, 7:30 am to 3:45 pm: Annual Forum of Partners for a
Racism-Free Community, with keynote speeches by Dr. Gail Christopher of
the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and author damali ayo, and breakout
sessions. $50; deadline for registration and ticket sales is Fri, Mar
15, at http://www.prfc-gr.org/index.html. At Eberhard Center, Grand
Valley State University downtown campus, 301 Fulton, Grand Rapids.

JOB OPENING FOR YOUTH ASSISTANT
The Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance is accepting applications until
Friday, March 12, for a full-time Youth Program Associate to provide
support for major components of LEDA's youth programming, including the
Calling All Colors program and Talking to Kids About Race program. For
a full job description, go to the website www.ethnicdiversity.org
Interested candidates may send resumes to this email:
resume@ethnicdiversity.org

PRESCRIPTION DISCOUNT CARD
To obtain a free prescription discount card, go to the website
www.familywize.org or call (866) 810-3784; cards in English and Spanish
also available in the information racks at Herrick District Library.
Partnered with United Way; discounts available at more than 60,000
pharmacies nationwide to assist people with no insurance or to lower
the amount paid for a prescription.

LANGUAGE ACADEMY
The Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance offers 10 weeks of instruction
in Spanish for beginners (Tues, Apr 9 – June 11, 9 am to 11 am) and
intermediate learners (Thurs, Apr 11-June 13, 6 pm to 8 pm).
$100 and purchase of book; some scholarships available. Registration
is open now at www.ethnicdiversity.org or (616) 846-9074. At Macatawa
Resource Center, 665 136th Ave, Holland.