In the Community from ACEH May 28

In the Community: May 28, 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. THANK YOU!

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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Thurs, May 30, 7 pm: Speakers, panel discussion, Q&A, personal stories,
and testimony in educational program, "Gay and Christian: Believers
Speak." Sponsored by GIFT, Grand Rapids. $10 adults, $8 students with
ID; tickets available at the door or online at
http://www.grcmc.org/theatre
At Wealthy Theater, 1130 Wealthy St, Grand Rapids.

Tues, June 11, 7 pm: Program, "Human Trafficking in West Michigan?"
Speaker is David Manville, mediator and social worker who has taught a
course at Eastern Michigan University on human trafficking. A panel of
area professionals will comment on local issues related to human
trafficking, including sex trafficking of young girls, in Michigan.
Free, open to all. Sponsored by Lakeshore Women for Peace in Holland,
and co-sponsored by several local churches and organizations, including
ACEH. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.

Thurs, June 13 – Sat, June 15: Holland Juneteenth Celebration 2013:
"Thenceforward and forever FREE." Juneteenth is the oldest nationally
celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the U.S., marking
the date in 1865 when slaves in Texas were notified of the Emancipation
Proclamation--two years after it was issued. People of all cultures
and backgrounds are welcomed at these local Juneteenth events:
--Thurs, June 13, 6 pm: Juneteenth play. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50
West 9th St.
--Fri, June 14, 6 pm: Royal Court and Top Model Show. $10. At Western
Theological Seminary, 101 East 13th St.
--Sat, June 15, noon to 7 pm: Juneteenth Celebration. Speakers, BBQ,
musical entertainment, children's events, family fun, good fellowship
and conversation. Free. At Kollen Park, 150 Kollen Park Drive at Lake
Macatawa.
For more information, call Miss Cookie at (616) 546-9448 or email
ty.juneteenth@yahoo.com

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, through the end of this week. Questions?
SherryM@aplaceforwomen.org

The Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance is looking for volunteers for
its Migrant Mentoring Program, which matches community residents with a
migrant child to meet weekly for the duration of the family's seasonal
residence, "improving academic achievement, developing cross-cultural
connections, and reducing the isolation of the migrant community." For
information and an application, go to
www.ethnicdiversity.org/whatwedo/migrant

Hosting a student from Spain. Becky Purnell, who teaches Spanish at
Zeeland East High School, seeks host families for three students from
Spain (Maria, age 15, June 25-July 30; Paloma, age 16, June 25-July 13;
Eduardo, 18, June 25-July 13; Berta, age 17, June 25-July 14. The
students' monitor and advocate is a 26-year-old woman who teaches
English in Spain; she also needs housing. The students want to improve
their English skills and gain an understanding of U.S. culture; they
have their own spending money, are covered by insurance, and have
outings and activities about twice a week with their group. If a host
family has a trip planned, the student is permitted to go along. To
learn more, please contact Ms. Purnell at rpurnell@zps.org


EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Hope College has some staff openings. Go to www.hope.edu, scroll to
the end of the page, and click on "Employment."

Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids is hiring a number of full-time
and adjunct faculty and staff. Go to www.cornerstone.edu , scroll to
the end of the page, and click on "Job Openings."

The City of Holland has posted openings for an appraiser, a downtown
manager, and a public safety-police office, as well as two internships:
broadcast journalism and TV producer. Go to www.cityofholland.com and
"Jobs" at end of page.

Check with Ottawa County Michigan Works! for information on available
jobs and resources for job-seekers. In Holland, the office is at 121
Clover St, (616) 396-2154; toll-free (800) 285-WORK; hours are Mon-Fri
from 8 am to 5 pm. http://www.miottawa.org/MichiganWorks

In the Community from ACEH May 13

In the Community: May 13, 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. THANK YOU!

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, May 14, 11:30 am-1:30 pm: Film, "Stolen Ground," narrated by Lee
Mun Wah about the "lives and struggles of Asian Americans (also known
as the 'model minority') who face racism and the painful process of
assimilation into the 'american' culture." Discussion facilitated by
Bing Goei. Presented by Partners for a Racism-Free Community. $15,
includes lunch. Register online at www.prfc-gr.org or
www.Eventbrite.com At Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 250 Commerce Ave SW,
Grand Rapids (parking in lot across the street or in church garage).

Thurs, May 16, 9 am: Press conference and information sharing by
several local nonprofits to announce collaboration and enhanced
services for the Urban Core Collective, which works to "increase the
capacity and accessibility of supportive services that address the core
needs of people of color and marginalized families in Grand Rapids."
(616) 299-2677 or kim@834design.com At Baxter Community Center, 935
Baxter SE, Grand Rapids.

Thurs, May 16, 5:30 (reception); 6 pm (program and panel discussion):
Community Conversation, to honor 50th anniversary of the Michigan
Department of Civil Rights. Event includes reception and program with
panelists Brian Davis, Alfredo Gonzales, Gail Harrison, Mark Messer to
engage with community leaders and stakeholders about civil
rights-related issues and future MDCR priorities. Open to the public.
The state constitution approved by voters April 1, 1963, was the first
in the nation to create a Civil Rights Commission "charged with
securing equal protection without discrimination." (616) 355-1310. At
Holland City Hall council chambers, 270 South River Ave, Holland.

Fri, May 17, 7 pm: PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
meeting. Panel discussion (at 8 pm) by persons who attended the May 16
Michigan Department of Civil Rights event. Open to the public. At
Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.

Sat, May 18, 3 pm to 8 pm: Multicultural Festival sponsored by
Holland's International Relations Commission. Magician, dancers,
musicians, other performers, food vendors, information tables, family
fun. ACEH will take part with children's activities. At Kollen Park
(Lake Macatawa), Van Raalte Ave at 10th St, Holland.

Mon, May 22, 6:30 pm: City of Grand Rapids Community Relations
Commission 60th anniversary Celebration Dinner and Awards Gala.
Keynote speaker: Harry Belafonte. Tickets $75. (616) 456-3027.
crc@grcity.us At DeVos Place, 303 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids.

Wed, May 22, 7 pm: Documentary, "Edie & Thea: A Very Long Engagement,"
the "love story behind the ACLU's Supreme Court case challenging the
Defense of Marriage Act." Members of the litigation team will provide
insider context on the case. Presented by American Civil Liberties
Union of Michigan. Tickets $10 at www.aclumich.org or Saugatuck
Center for the Arts box office. At Saugtuck Center for the Arts, 400
Culver St, Saugatuck.


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, through the end of May. Questions?
SherryM@aplaceforwomen.org

The Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance seeks people for its Migrant
Mentoring Program, which matches community volunteers with a migrant
child to meet weekly for the duration of the family's seasonal
residence," improving academic achievement, developing cross-cultural
connections, and reducing the isolation of the migrant community." Go
to www.ethnicdiversity.org/whatwedo/migrant program for more
information and an application form.

In the Community from ACEH May 6

In the Community: May 6, 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.

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, May 6, 7 pm: Holland is Ready meeting, with video by local
filmmaker based on the City Council's rejection of the proposed Human
Rights Ordinance in 2011; discussion follows. Open to the public. At
Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.

Tues, May 7, 4 pm-7 pm: Opening reception of Kendall student art
exhibition. Exhibit includes "Via Dolorosa: Women of the Civil Rights
Movement," 12 pieces by artist Sandy Hansen of Holland. At Kendall
College of Art and Design, 17 Fountain St NW, Grand Rapids. (See next
entry.)

Wed, May 8 – Fri, May 10, 9 am-9 pm; Sat, May 11, 9 am-2 pm: Kendall
student art exhibition (see Tues, May 7). Half of artist Hansen's
pieces will be in Room 605 at the Fountain Street Building and half in
the Excellence Exhibit at the Historic Federal Building, 148 Ionia
(located between Ionia/Division/Pearl/Lyon Sts), Grand Rapids.

Through 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

Tues, May 14, 11:30 am-1:30 pm: Film, "Stolen Ground," narrated by Lee
Mun Wah about the "lives and struggles of Asian Americans (also known
as the 'model minority') who face racism and the painful process of
assimilation into the 'american' culture." Discussion facilitated by
Bing Goei of Eastern Floral, Grand Rapids. Presented by Partners for a
Racism-Free Community. $15, includes lunch. Register online at
www.prfc-gr.org or www.Eventbrite.com At Bethlehem Lutheran Church,
250 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids (parking in lot across the street or
in the church garage).

Thurs, May 16, 5:30 (reception); 6 pm (program and panel discussion):
Community Conversation, to honor 50th anniversary of the Michigan
Department of Civil Rights. Event includes reception and program with
panel of state and local leaders. Open to the public. The state
constitution approved by Michigan voters on April 1, 1963, was the
first in the nation to create a Civil Rights Commission "charged with
securing equal protection without discrimination." (616) 355-1310. At
Holland City Hall council chambers, 270 South River Ave, Holland.
Sat, May 18, 3 pm to 8 pm: Multicultural Festival sponsored by
Holland's International Relations Commission. Performances, music,
food vendors, information tables, family fun. ACEH will take part with
children's activities. At Kollen Park (Lake Macatawa), Van Raalte Ave
at 10th St, Holland.

Mon, May 22, 6:30 pm: City of Grand Rapids Community Relations
Commission 60th anniversary Celebration Dinner and Awards Gala.
Keynote speaker: Harry Belafonte. Tickets $75. (616) 456-3027.
crc@grcity.us At DeVos Place, 303 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids.

Wed, May 22, 7 pm: Documentary, "Edie & Thea: A Very Long Engagement,"
the "love story behind the ACLU's Supreme Court case challenging the
Defense of Marriage Act." Members of the litigation team will provide
insider context on the case. Presented by American Civil Liberties
Union of Michigan. Tickets $10 at www.aclumich.org or Saugatuck
Center for the Arts box office. At Saugtuck Center for the Arts, 400
Culver St, Saugatuck.

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, through the end of May. Questions?
SherryM@aplaceforwomen.org

JOB OPENINGS
CITY OF HOLLAND (1 part-time ):
--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