In the Community from ACEH April 22

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In the Community: April 22, 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, Apr 23, all day: Coffee for CASA fundraiser. 20 percent of all
sales today at Lemonjellos will go to direct support for children in
CASA, the Children's After-School Achievement Program at Hope College
that provides mentors and activities for local elementary school
children. At Lemonjello's, College Ave at 9th St, Holland.

Wed, Apr 24, 10 am-noon: 2013 Stand Against Racism event: "Raising
Anti-Racist Children," with Alan Headbloom, cross-cultural
communication specialist at Headbloom Consulting, and Faye
Richardson-Green, leadership and development director, Steelcase.
Free, open to the public. Sponsored by Partners for a Racism-Free
Community. At YWCA, 25 Sheldon Blvd, SE, Grand Rapids.

Wed, Apr 24, 7:30 pm: Film, "The Central Park Five," from award-winning
filmmaker Ken Burns: the story of the five black and Latino teens from
Harlem who were wrongly convicted of raping a white woman in New York
City's Central Park in 1989. Free showing, followed by audience
discussion. Reserve seats at www.wgvu.org At Celebration Cinema
North, west of E. Beltline NE and north of Knapp St NE, Grand Rapids.

Thurs, Apr 25, 8:15 am (registration), 8:45-11:45 am (workshops),
noon-1:30 pm (luncheon) 26th annual Fair Housing Luncheon & Workshop
Series, sponsored by Fair Housing Center of West Michigan. Keynote
speaker Carlotta Walls LaNier, one of the students who integrated
Little Rock Central High School in 1957, sharing her memoir and her
thoughts on the civil rights movement today. $30, luncheon; various
fees for workshops. (616) 451-2980 for info or scholarship inquiries.
Register at http://www.fhcwm.org/lws At Crowne Plaza Hotel, 5700 28th
St SE, Grand Rapids.

Fri, Apr 26, 11:30 am: Discussion of the book, "The Immortal Life of
Henrietta Lacks." Brown bag lunch event; beverages will be served. At
YWCA, 25 Sheldon Ave SE, Grand Rapids.

Fri, Apr 26, 7 pm: Program, "A Cry for Help: Standing Together against
Sexual Abuse and Human Trafficking," with speaker Ilonka Deaton. Part
of May Day Movement. At Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Rd,
Holland.

Apr 26 – May 9: Performances of "Grains of Hope: Refugee Experiences
in West Michigan," a documentary play by the Calvin Theatre Company,
produced from interviews with refugees who live here. Various dates
and locations; some are free, one is a fundraiser. For the schedule
and locations, go to www.prfc-gr.org/events

Fri, May 3, and Sat, May 4: Annual Fiesta of Latin Americans United
for Progress. Go to www.laup.org for schedule of events. Music,
performances, King and Queen contest, business expo, information
tables, food vendors. At Holland Civic Center, 150 8th St (at Pine
Ave), Holland.


COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
The Center for Women in Transition assembles May Baskets of household
cleaning products and personal care items for its clients. Bring
contributions to CWIT at 411 Butternut weekdays 9 am-5 pm or Thursday
until 7 pm. Questions? SherryM@aplaceforwomen.org

Holland Area PRIDE Festival is seeking musicial entertainers to perform
during the event, 1 pm-6 pm, Sat, June 29, in Centennial Park, Holland.
Contact Karen at (616) 392-4262 by April 27.

Estelle Lemouel Schemel, who has attended ACEH events with her family,
represents LEC, a French organization that arranges stays for French
students in the U.S.; she is looking for host families in
Holland/Zeeland area for July 9-29 or August 6-26; Estelle, who lives
in Zeeland, will coordinate students' arrival and departure and be
available during their stay. Most are ages 15-18. To learn more about
this "cultural and human experience," contact her at
estelle.lemouel@gmail.com or (313) 415-1319.

JOB OPENINGS
CITY OF HOLLAND (4 part-time , 1 full-time):
--Deadline Friday, April 26: Forestry Supervisor (full time
w/benefits): 2-4 years urban forestry experience; degree in urban
forestry, horticulture, or related field. 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/wk): Experience in public relations and case investigation
related to civil rights or similar law; bachelor's degree or
significant relevant course work. Bilingual in Spanish; multicultural
preferred. See 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/wk): Experience in public relations and public policy;
bachelor's degree or significant relevant course work. Bilingual in
Spanish; multicultural preferred. See 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.

--Deadline Friday, May 3: Part-time, year-round Cemetery Grounds
Keeper. Print application at www.cityofholland.com and email it to
hr@cityofholland.com or pick up one in person at City Hall Human
Resources Department, 270 South River, Holland.

--Deadline Friday, May 10: Part-time (40 hours/wk, June-December 2013):
Appraiser-trainee for the city assessor's office to physically inspect
and measure property within the city, update certain software with
property valuations, and aid in other tasks. Email resume and cover
letter to hr@cityofholland.com

LATIN AMERICANS UNITED FOR PROGRESS: Executive Director. Bachelor's
degree in business or human service managment; leadership skills and
experience; fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, writing). For full
description, go to www.laup.org (to be posted later today in Spanish
and English). Resumes and cover letters should be sent to Ruben Juarez
at ruben@workforcemgt.com

In the Community from ACEH April 15

In the Community: April 15, 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.
_________________________________________________________________________
________
Mon, Apr 15 – Sat, Apr 27: First Latin IS America festival exploring
interwoven Latin American and U.S. cultures through music, art, films,
plays, and scholarly discussions. Free and ticketed events; open to
the public; coordinated through the MSU College of Music with other
campus and community organizations. For schedule and ticket
information, go to www.latinISamerica.msu.edu At various Michigan
State University locations, East Lansing.

Tues, Apr 16, 11 am: Çudamani, an ensemble from the village of
Pengosekan, Bali, Indonesia, performs music and dance of "contemporary
vitality and dedicated to Balinese traditions." Hope College Global
Coffee Hour. At Martha Miller Center Rotunda, 10th St and Columbia
Ave, 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. RSVP
to (616) 392-2389; events@westcoastchamber.org or
www.westcoastchamber.org At Midtown Center, 96 West 15th St, Holland.

Thurs, Apr 18, 11:30 am: "The New Religious Landscape of West
Michigan." Fred Stella, host of WGVU Interfaith Dialogue Association
show, "explains core beliefs of the many faiths in our neighborhoods
and helps dispel myths and stereotypes associated with various
religions." $3, includes lunch. Register by 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 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.

Fri, Apr 19, 7 pm (support group); 8 pm (program). PFLAG meeting to
hear Jim Lucas, founder of GIFT (Gays in Faith Together), discuss the
current work and collaborations of the group in the greater Grand
Rapids area. At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.

Sun, Apr 21, 5:30 (dinner); 7 pm (play): Fundraiser for Thrive, a
program to assist refugees. Includes ethnic dinner, silent auction,
documentary play, and panel discussion on refugees and becoming
involved. Dinner is $25; tickets and information:
www.refugeesupportgr.com Play "Grains of Hope: Refugee Experiences in
West Michigan" by Calvin Theatre Company; there is no charge to attend
the play. At South Wyoming United Methodist Church, 2730 56th Street
SW, Wyoming.

Thurs, Apr 25, 8:15 am (registration), 8:45-11:45 am (workshops),
noon-1:30 pm (luncheon) 26th annual Fair Housing Luncheon & Workshop
Series, sponsored by Fair Housing Center of West Michigan. Keynote
speaker Carlotta Walls LaNier, youngest of the students who integrated
Little Rock Central High School in 1957, sharing from her memoir and
her thoughts on the civil rights movement today. $30, luncheon;
various fees for workshops. (616) 451-2980 for info or scholarship
inquiries. Register at http://www.fhcwm.org/lws At Crowne Plaza
Hotel, 5700 28th St SE, Grand Rapids.


COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
The Center for Women in Transition assembles May Baskets of household
cleaning products and personal care items for its clients. Bring
contributions to CWIT at 411 Butternut weekdays 9 am-5 pm or Thursday
until 7 pm. Questions? SherryM@aplaceforwomen.org

Holland Area PRIDE Festival is seeking musicial entertainers to perform
at various times during the event, 1 pm-6 pm, Saturday, June 29, in
Centennial Park, Holland. Contact Karen at (616) 392-4262 by April 27.

Estelle Lemouel Schemel, who has attended ACEH events with her family,
is representing LEC, a French organization that arranges stays for
French students in the U.S.; she is looking for host families in the
Holland/Zeeland area for July 9-29 or August 6-26; Estelle, who lives
in Zeeland, will coordinate students' arrival and departure and be
available during their stay. Most are ages 15-18. Contact her about
this "cultural and human experience and a great way to learn different
cultures" at estelle.lemouel@gmail.com or (313) 415-1319.

JOB OPENINGS
CITY OF HOLLAND (3 part-time , 1 full-time):
--Deadline Friday, April 26: Forestry Supervisor (full time
w/benefits): 2-4 years urban forestry experience; degree in urban
forestry, horticulture, or related field. 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/wk): Experience in public relations and case investigation
related to civil rights or similar law; bachelor's degree or
significant relevant course work. Bilingual in Spanish; multicultural
preferred. See 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/wk): Experience in public relations and public policy;
bachelor's degree or significant relevant course work. Bilingual in
Spanish; multicultural preferred. See 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.

--Deadline Friday, May 3: Part-time, year-round Cemetery Grounds
Keeper. Print application at www.cityofholland.com and email it to
hr@cityofholland.com or pick up one in person at City Hall Human
Resources Department, 270 South River, Holland.

LATIN AMERICANS UNITED FOR PROGRESS: Executive Director. Bachelor's
degree in business or human service managment; leadership skills and
experience; fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, writing). For full
description, go to www.laup.org (to be posted later today in Spanish
and English). Resumes and cover letters should be sent to Ruben Juarez
at ruben@workforcemgt.com

In the Community from ACEH April 8

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In the Community: April 1, 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.
_________________________________________________________________________
________

Fri, Apr 12, 7 pm: General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and
Ethnic Harmony (ACEH). Discussion "Let's Talk About It: Round Tables on
Race," facilitated by David Douglas, ACEH founder, former West Ottawa
teacher and counselor, and an experienced diversity trainer. Everyone
is welcome. 392-5086. Please bring a household cleaning product or
personal care item to contribute to CWIT's May Basket project. At
Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.

Tues, Apr 16, 4:30 – 8:30 pm: Nonprofit Board Certification Program, by
Holland/Zeeland Community Foundation and Lakeshore Non-Profit Alliance:
board roles and responsibilities, legal responsibilities and
liabilities, nonprofit fundraising, nonprofit financial management and
board structures. $5; includes light dinner. SOLD OUT; WAIT LIST IS
BEING FORMED. Register online at
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/5721796046# At GVSU Campus, 515 S.
Waverly, 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. RSVP
to (616) 392-2389; events@westcoastchamber.org or online at
www.westcoastchamber.org At Midtown Center, 96 West 15th St, Holland.

Wed, Apr 17, noon to 5 pm: Grand Rapids Cultural Tour on Multiracial
Association of Professionals, a program of the Chamber of Commerce.
Explores city's "ethnic heritage of yesterday and today"; includes
visit to public museum's exhibit "Newcomers: The People of the Place,"
a guide through unique ethnic communities, and networking reception at
Cygnus 27. $75 per person, prior to the tour. RSVP at
http://www.map-gr.com/events/event/show?id=2049023%3AEvent%3A47423&xgi=3vDXfUZInkQw4B&xg_source=msg_invite_event
Tour starts at Chamber office, 111 Pearl St, NW, Grand Rapids.

Thurs, Apr 18, 11:30 am: "The New Religious Landscape of West
Michigan." Fred Stella, host of WGVU Interfaith Dialogue Association
show, "explains core beliefs of the many faiths in our neighborhoods
and helps dispel myths and stereotypes associated with various
religions." $3, includes lunch. Register by 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 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.

Sun, Apr 21, 5:30 (dinner); 7 pm (play): Fundraising event for Thrive,
a Grand Rapids area program to assist refugees. Includes ethnic
dinner, silent auction, documentary play, and panel discussion on
refugees and becoming involved. Dinner is $25; tickets and
information: www.refugeesupportgr.com Play "Grains of Hope: Refugee
Experiences in West Michigan" is produced by Calvin Theatre Company;
there is no charge to attend the play. At South Wyoming United
Methodist Church 2730 56th Street SW, Wyoming.

Thurs, Apr 25, 8:15 am (registration), 8:45-11:45 am (workshops),
noon-1:30 pm (luncheon) 26th annual Fair Housing Luncheon & Workshop
Series, sponsored by Fair Housing Center of West Michigan. Keynote
speaker Carlotta Walls LaNier, youngest of the students who integrated
Little Rock Central High School in 1957, sharing from her memoir and
her thoughts on the civil rights movement today. $30, luncheon;
various fees for workshops. (616) 451-2980 for info or scholarship
inquiries. Register at http://www.fhcwm.org/lws At Crowne Plaza
Hotel, 5700 28th St SE, Grand Rapids.


COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
The Center for Women in Transition assembles May Baskets of household
cleaning products and personal care items for its clients. Bring
contributions to the April 12 meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and
Ethnic Harmony (ACEH) or to CWIT at 411 Butternut weekdays 9 am-5 pm or
Thursday until 7 pm. Questions? SherryM@aplaceforwomen.org

Holland Area PRIDE Festival is seeking musicial entertainers to perform
at various times during the event, 1 pm-6 pm, Saturday, June 29, in
Centennial Park, Holland. Contact Karen at (616) 392-4262 by April 27.

JOB OPENINGS
CITY OF HOLLAND (2 part-time , 1 full-time):
--Deadline Friday, April 26: Forestry Supervisor (full time
w/benefits): 2-4 years urban forestry experience; degree in urban
forestry, horticulture, or related field. 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/wk): Experience in public relations and case investigation
related to civil rights or similar law; bachelor's degree or
significant relevant course work. Bilingual in Spanish; multicultural
preferred. See 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/wk): Experience in public relations and public policy;
bachelor's degree or significant relevant course work. Bilingual in
Spanish; multicultural preferred. See 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.

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION:
--Deadline Friday, April 12: Summer PR and marketing intern (May–Aug),
20-24 hours/wk, $9 hour. College junior or senior with PR, journalism,
or communications major. Write, interview, social media. Send cover
letter, resume, and writing sample to Roberta King, vice president, PR
& Marketing, Grand Rapids Community Foundation at rking@grfoundation.org

LAKESHORE ETHNIC DIVERSITY ALLIANCE:
--Deadline Friday, April 12: Diversity Education Associate. Full-time,
to prepare materials, faciliate workshops, conduct trainings, give
presentations on issues of racial equity; review scientific research on
race issues; integrate information into programming; engage in
community initiatives to promote racial equity; respond to advocacy
calls. Bilingual Spanish/English desirable; strong communications
skills. See full description at http://bit.ly/14qZsH2 Send resume to
resume@ethnicdiversity.org

In the Community from ACEH April 1

In the Community: April 1, 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.
_________________________________________________________________________
________

TONIGHT, Apr 1, 7 pm: Holland is Ready social get-together of
pro-equality supporters. At Curragh Irish Pub, College Ave at 8th St,
Holland.

Thurs, Apr 4 – Sun, Apr 7: Fourth annual Latin American Film Festival
showing 14 free films and presentations by directors.
www.grlaff.org/festival/schedule. At Celebration Cinema North and
Wealthy Theatre, Grand Rapids.

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, 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; 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, GVSU associate
professor of sociology and creator of 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). Discussion "Let's Talk About It: Round Tables on
Race," facilitated by David Douglas. Everyone is welcome. 396-5086.
Please bring a household cleaning product or personal care item to
contribute to CWIT's May Basket project. 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. 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." Fred Stella, host of WGVU Interfaith Dialogue Association
show, "explains core beliefs of the many faiths in our neighborhoods
and helps dispel myths and stereotypes associated with various
religions." $3, includes lunch. Register by 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 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.

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
The Center for Women in Transition assembles May Baskets of household
cleaning products and personal care items for its clients. Bring
contributions to the April 12 meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and
Ethnic Harmony (ACEH) or to CWIT at 411 Butternut weekdays 9 am-5 pm or
Thursday until 7 pm. Questions? SherryM@aplaceforwomen.org

JOB FAIRS
Virtual Career Fair: Through Wednesday, April 3.
www.hollandsentinel.com

JOB OPENINGS
CITY OF HOLLAND (2 part-time , 1 full-time):
--Deadline Friday, April 26: Forestry Supervisor (full time
w/benefits): 2-4 years urban forestry experience; degree in urban
forestry, horticulture, or related field. 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/wk): Experience in public relations and case investigation
related to civil rights or similar law; bachelor's degree or
significant relevant course work. Bilingual in Spanish; multicultural
preferred. See 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/wk): Experience in public relations and public policy;
bachelor's degree or significant relevant course work. Bilingual in
Spanish; multicultural preferred. See 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.

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION:
--Deadline Friday, April 12: Summer PR and marketing intern (May–Aug),
20-24 hours/wk, $9 hour. College junior or senior with PR, journalism,
or communications major. Write, interview, social media. Send
persuasive cover letter, resume, and one writing sample to Roberta
King, vice president, PR & Marketing, Grand Rapids Community Foundation
at rking@grfoundation.org

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; work
occasional weekends and evenings. Bachelor's degree preferred. See
http://www.hope.edu/amin/hr/employment/jobs/ome_ad.htm Submit resume
and three references online at staffopenings@hope.edu

LAKESHORE ETHNIC DIVERSITY ALLIANCE:
--Deadline Friday, April 12: Diversity Education Associate. Full-time
person to prepare materials, faciliate workshops, conduct trainings,
and give presentations on issues of racial equity; review scientific
research on race issues; integrate information into programming; engage
in community initiatives to promote racial equity; assist in responding
to advocacy calls. Bilingual Spanish/English desirable; strong
communications skills. See full description at http://bit.ly/14qZsH2
Send resume to resume@ethnicdiversity.org