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

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and multicultural events in West Michigan? If you do, ACEH can use
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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
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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