In the Community: September 23, 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: $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!
The ACEH membership year runs October 1 – September 30.
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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TODAY, Mon, Sept 23, 11 am: (Mondays through Dec. 9): Tiempo de
Cuentos in Español (Storytime in Spanish). Diviértase con su pequeño!
Escuchando cuentos, cantando canciones y haciendo manualidades. Cuarto
de actividades para niño localizado en el piso de arriba. At Herrick
District Library, 300 South River, Holland.
Tues, Sept 24, 3 to 6 pm: Davenport University Volunteer Fair.
Community organizations, including ACEH, will share information about
their activities, events, and need for volunteers. At Davenport
Holland Campus Student Lounge, 643 South Waverly Rd, Holland.
Tues, Sept 24, 7 pm: "Reforming Education Here and Now—Complex,
Collaborative, Creative." Organized by League of Women Voters -
Holland to introduce the Common Core State Standards and the new
Smarter Balanced Assessments that will replace the MEAP tests.
Presenters; Q & A. www.lwvholland.org Within a few days after the
event, the forum will be online at www.MacMedia.org. At Herrick
District Library, 300 South River, Holland.
Wed, Sept 25, 2 pm: "Abraham Lincoln: Emancipation and its Legacies in
the United States and Abroad," by Dr. Richard Carwardine, president of
Corpus Christi College, University of Oxford, noted scholar on Abraham
Lincoln and 19th century politics and religion. (616) 396-7867. At
Herrick Room, DeWitt Center, Columbia Ave at 12th St, Hope College,
Holland. (At 4 pm in Graves Hall on campus, he will speak on "Abraham
Lincoln and the Lessons of Leadership.")
Wed, Sept 25 (also Thurs, Sept 26), 7:30 pm: Film, "A Place at the
Table"; 90-minute documentary starring Jeff Bridges focuses on food
crises through the eyes of three families. Sponsored by local and
national organizations concerned with hunger in America. $6 general
admission, $5 seniors; free to Hope students. At Knickerbocker
Theater, 86 East 8th, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 26, 12:15 pm: Film, "Against the Odds: The Artists of the
Harlem Renaissance."
6:30 pm: Harlem Renaissance Poetry Reading. Events in connection
with exhibit, "Promise of Freedom: Selections from the Arthur Primas
Collection"-- 75 paintings, sculptures, works on paper, graphics,
documents showcasing African American artists from last 150 years.
(231) 720-2570 or http://www.muskegonartmuseum.org At Muskegon Museum
of Art, 296 West Webster, Muskegon.
Sat, Sept 28, 7 pm: Documentary "Black and Blue, the Story of Gerald
Ford, Willis Ward and the 1934 Michigan-Georgia Tech Football Game."
Sponsored by the U-M Club of Holland. Tickets $5; children and
non-Michigan alums welcome. Limited seating. (616) 403-7464 or
399-9767. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
Mon, Sept 30, 10 am OR 5:30 pm: Orientation meeting on affordable home
purchases through Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity. People interested in
being considered for home ownership through Habitat must attend one of
the meetings; please do not bring children. Contact Judi Hill at (616)
393-8001, ext. 102. At Herrick District Library Auditorium, 300 South
River, Holland.
Tues, Oct 1, 7 pm: Forum to hear Holland City Council candidates.
Sponsored by Holland is Ready, with ACEH, Latin Americans United for
Progress (LAUP), LEDA, PFLAG, Holland Pride, and Hope is Ready. Q & A.
Moderated by Rick Westra of Herman Miller. Refreshments. At Herrick
District Library Auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.
Wed, Oct 2, 7 pm: 19th Diversity Series Lecture of the Woodrick
Diversity Learning Center at GRCC:
"Immigration—Not Legal; Not Leaving," by Jose Antonio Vargas, advocate
and award-winning journalist who wrote the NY Times essay "My Life as
an Undocumented Immigrant." At Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain St,
Grand Rapids.
Sat, Oct 5, noon to 2 pm: Viva la Vida Festival event sponsored by City
of Holland and Westcore Neighbors. Día de los Muertos children's
crafts, art work, food vendors. A schedule of Viva la Vida/Día de los
Muertos events through Nov 5 is at
http://www.vivalavidafestivalholland.com At Washington Square, 18th St
and Washington Ave, Holland.
Thurs, Oct 10, 8:30 am: 7th annual Lakeshore Friends of Fair Housing:
Opening the Doors to Housing Choice." Breakfast, speaker,
presentation of 2013 Lakeshore Fair Housing Award. Free, but
registration necessary at http://www.fhcwm.org/lksbreakfast. At
Midtown Center, 96 West 15th St, Holland.
Thurs, Oct 10, 12:15 pm: Brown Bag film: "Whatever Happened to
Idlewild." At 5:30 pm: Film screening and discussion, "Nothing But a
Man." http://www.muskegonartmuseum.org or (231) 720-2570. At
Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster, Muskegon.
Fri, Oct 11, 7 pm: "Connecting Neighbors: Hear All About It." People
from three Holland neighborhood organizations will speak to the general
meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH).
Everyone is welcome. 392-5086. At Center for Women in Transition, 411
Butternut, Holland.
Sunday, September 22, 2013
In the Community from ACEH September 23, 2013
Sunday, September 15, 2013
In the Community from ACEH September 16, 2013
In the Community: September 16, 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: $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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TONIGHT, Mon, Sept 16, 7 pm: Voter Registration Training with the city, Holland League of Women Voters and LAUP. After training, the county certifies participants to register new citizens, young people, people who have recently moved, and others for the November elections. At Holland City Hall, 270 S. River, Holland.
TONIGHT, Mon, Sept 16, 7 pm: "No Human Being is Illegal: Immigration Policies in Michigan," discussion hosted by American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan, Western Branch. Free, open to the public. At Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts, 2 Fulton West, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Sept 17, 11 am: Constitution Day event by Hope College Political Science Department: "Is Gay Marriage a Constitutional Right? Reflections on the Supreme Court's Recent Rulings," presented by Dr. Joel Toppen and responded to by Dr. Jeffrey Polet, both of the faculty. At Winants Auditorium, Graves Hall, College Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Tues, Sept 17, 5:30 pm reception, 6 pm program: Michigan Department of Civil Rights 50th Anniversary Community Conversation. Program and panel of state and local leaders discussing civil rights-related issues. Open to the public. Contact John Golaszewski at (616) 356-0380 or GolaszewskiJ@michigan.gov At City Commission Chambers, 300 Monroe NW, 9th floor, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Sept 17, 6 pm: "Justice for Some or Justice for All? Community Conversation on Race."
This second meeting includes a panel of African American and Latino men, and small group discussions. Please bring a dish to share—there will be a potluck. For info, contact Pastor Wayne Coleman at wayne465@yahoo.com At Imagine Fellowship, 167 W. 20th, Holland.
Wed, Sept 18, 6:30 to 8 pm: Four-session (Sept 18 and 25; Oct 2 and 9) workshop: "Church Between Borders," offering "a fresh way to talk about immigration, build community, and explore related ethnical and justice issues." Open to all; no preregistration necessary. Child care provided. For information, call 399-1872. At Intersection Ministries, 945 136th Ave (136th and Riley), Holland.
Sat, Sept 21, 10 am-noon: Registration for All For One dance classes. $35 for 9-week classes in line dance, hip hop, Mexican Folkloric (requires dance shoes and dance skirt), or Latin rhythm (12 years and up and parents). Classes begin Sat, Sept 28. Contact moonchild1993@yahoo.com
At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8th, Holland.
Sat, Sept 21, 5 to 7 pm: Holland-area Picnic for Peace, "honoring peace and nonviolence within ourselves and in the world" on International Day of Peace. Bring a dish to share; beverages provided. Please also bring chairs. After the meal, attendees will walk to the nearby Holland Peace Pole for shared reflections. Sponsored by Lakeshore Women for Peace and Holland Peacemakers. At Smallenburg Park, Fairbanks Ave north of 16th St, Holland.
Mon, Sept 23, 11 am: (Mondays through Dec. 9): Tiempo de Cuentos in Español (Storytime in Spanish). Diviértase con su pequeño! Escuchando cuentos, cantando canciones y haciendo manualidades. Cuarto de actividades para niño localizado en el piso de arriba. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.
Wed, Sept 25 (also Thurs, Sept 26), 7:30 pm: Film, "A Place at the Table"; 90-minute documentary starring Jeff Bridges focuses on food crises through the eyes of three families. Sponsored by several local and national organizations concerned with hunger in America. $6 general admission, $5 seniors; free to Hope students. At Knickerbocker Theater, 86 East 8th, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 26, 12:15 pm: Film, "Against the Odds: The Artists of the Harlem Renaissance."
6:30 pm: Harlem Renaissance Poetry Reading. Both events in connection with current exhibit, "Promise of Freedom: Selections from the Arthur Primas Collection"-- 75 paintings, sculptures, works on paper, graphics, and documents showcasing significant African American artists from the last 150 years. For information, call (231) 720-2570 or http://www.muskegonartmuseum.org At Muskegon Museum of Art, 296 West Webster Ave, Muskegon.
Sat, Sept 28, 7 pm: Documentary "Black and Blue, the Story of Gerald Ford, Willis Ward and the 1934 Michigan-Georgia Tech Football Game." When Georgia Tech demanded that U-M's African American player Willis Ward be benched before the southern team would play U-M, Gerald Ford threatened to quit the U-M team and students and community protested the decision to keep Ward out of the game; the incident is said to have helped Michigan turn a corner in race relations and shaped Ford's views on civil rights and racial equality all the way to the White House. Tickets $5; children and non-Michigan alums welcome. Limited seating. (616) 403-7464 or 399-9767. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Wednesday, Sept 18, 9 am to 2 pm: Career & Education Expo. More than 20 companies and educational institutions onsite at Holland Civic Center, Pine Ave between 8th and 9th Sts, Holland.
A virtual Career Fair will run on www.hollandsentinel.com from Sept 19 to Sept 25.
Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance and Ottawa County Human Services Coordinating Council
Director: Contract position to provide leadership to a collaborative of the two organizations. Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience; prior leadership experience in government or nonprofits. 30 hours/wk; $35,000 to $45,000/yr. For complete description, go to the website
http://www.ottawaunitedway.org/images/stories/Director%20Job%20Description%20-%20FINAL.pdf Send resume with cover letter by Monday, Sept 23, at Greater Ottawa County United Way, attn: Rebekah Bakker, rbakker@ottawaunitedway.org, 115 Clover St, Suite 300, Holland, MI 49423.
Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore Volunteer Development Specialist at Muskegon Service Center. Places, trains, and recognizes adult volunteers; develops curricula and resources; carries out variety of other duties. Bachelor's degree; 2-4 years of progressive responsibility; or other combination of education, training, and experience. Bilingual skills encouraged (English/Spanish); knowledge and experience in Girl Scout program desirable. Full-time, with benefits, starting at $28,000/yr. www.gsmists.org Phone 866-566-7434. Send cover letter and resume or application for employment to Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore, attn: Human Resources, via email at hr@gsmists.org, fax (616) 784-8187, or mail to 3275 Walker Ave NW, Grand Rapids 49544. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Sunday, September 08, 2013
In the Community from ACEH September 9
In the Community: September 9, 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: $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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"Love is Stronger than Hate": Support Fund
As a follow-up to July attacks that damaged vehicles of African Americans in Holland, the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony has established an account at Macatawa Bank to help reimburse Rev. Wayne and Ruth Coleman and Marvin Younger for auto insurance deductibles and other expenses they will have to pay as a result of the incidents.
Checks should be written to "ACEH Support Fund: Love is Stronger than Hate," with the account number 7201 1337, and deposited at any Macatawa Bank branch.
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TONIGHT, Mon, Sept 9, 7 pm: Holland is Ready event. "An Outing" invitation to fellowship with pro-equality individuals and businesses in Holland. At 84 East restaurant, 84 East 8th St, Holland.
Tues, Sept 10, 7:30 pm: Tulipanes event: Movie and tapas: "Searching for Sugarman"; two South Africans set out to discover what happened to their unlikely musical hero, the mysterious 1970s rock 'n' roller Sixto Rodriguez; Rodriguez still lives today in Detroit. Tickets $15 at the door; seating is limited. Doors open an hour before the showing. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
Wed, Sept 11, 7:30 pm: Tulipanes event: Film: "Cinco de Mayo: The Battle"; in 1862 an inexperienced Mexican army defeated Napoleon III's invading French forces. Film features all-star Mexican cast and presents from the point of view of politicians, generals, soldiers, wives, and two young lovers who meet on the battlefield. Free. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 12, 6 pm-8 pm: Firelight Festival and Grand Opening for Benjamin's Hope, a 40-acre farm and residential community offering a "meaningful place of vocation, recreation, and spirituality" for persons with autism/certain developmental disabilities. Event includes hayrides, hotdogs, face painting, music, animals (6 to 7 pm) and a program (7 to 8 pm). www.benjaminshope.net At Benjamin's Hope, 15468 Riley St, Park Township, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 12, 6:30 pm-8:30 pm: Citizenship Preparation classes resume at Latin Americans United for Progress. Call LAUP for information and to register, (616) 392-5058. At LAUP, 96 W. 15th St, Suite 101, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 12, 7:30 pm: Tulipanes event: Film: "A Better Life"; a gardener in East Los Angeles struggles to keep his son away from gangs and immigration agents while trying to give him the opportunities the father never had. Free. At Holland Civic Theater, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 12 – Nov. 2: Ofrenda Installation by artist Roli Mancera in celebration of El Día de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead). According to centuries-old beliefs, the souls of the dead return to earth for one day of the year, wending their way home once the sun passes its zenith on November first. This is the time for families to begin setting up the traditional altar de muertos, laying out an offering of items intended to draw the dead and ease their journey homeward. Key elements of the ofrenda, laid out in a colorful and eye-pleasing symmetrical composition, are steeped in symbolism with roots in both Christian and indigenous beliefs. At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8th, Holland.
Fri, Sept 13: Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH) will not hold a general meeting in September, but encourages members and friends to attend two public events of the 13th annual Tulipanes Latino Art and Film Festival at DeWitt Theater, Columbia Ave at 12th St, Holland:
-- 6:30 pm: Mexika: presentation of indigenous music/dance from Mexico. Free.
-- 7:30 pm: Film, "Xingu," Brazilian drama about three brothers who become involved in conflict between the government and developers and the indigenous people who live in the area and who want to preserve their land. Free.
Sat, Sept 14, 11 am: Tulipanes event: Film: "Garifuna in Peril"; a Garifuna language teacher in Honduras struggles to preserve his indigenous culture and communal lands "in the face of tourism's encroachment and personal betrayal." Free. At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8th St, Holland.
Also Sat, Sept 14, at the Knickerbocker, repeats of Tulipanes films shown earlier in the week:
1 pm: "Xingu"; 3 pm: "Cinco de Mayo: The Battle"; 5 pm: "A Better Life."
Sat, Sept 14, 7 pm: Tulipanes event: FRIDA, un retablo, a bilingual stage production by Teatro Milagro of Portland, OR. At Hope College DeWitt Theater, Columbia Ave at 12th St, Holland.
Sun, Sept 15, 3 pm: Tulipanes event: Faith and Worship celebration: YOU-nity. Worship bands, Latino pastors, family activities, food, art. At Moran Park Church, 97 West 22nd St, Holland.
Sun, Sept 15, 5 pm: Tulipanes event: Film: "A Volar Joven"; comedy with famed Mexican actor Cantinflas. Free. At Moran Park Church, 97 West 22nd St, Holland.
For more information, go to www.tulipanes.org or tulipanesfestival@gmail.com
Mon, Sept 16, 7 pm: Voter Registration Training with Holland League of Women Voters. After training, the county certifies participants to register new citizens, young people, people who have recently moved, and others for the November elections. At Holland City Hall, 270 S. River, Holland.
Mon, Sept 16, 7 pm: "No Human Being is Illegal: Immigration Policies in Michigan," discussion hosted by American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan, Western Branch. Free, open to the public. At Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts, 2 Fulton West, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Sept 17, 5:30 pm reception, 6 pm program: Michigan Department of Civil Rights 50th Anniversary Community Conversation. Program and panel of state and local leaders discussing civil rights-related issues. Open to the public. Contact John Golaszewski at (616) 356-0380 or GolaszewskiJ@michigan.gov At City Commission Chambers, 300 Monroe NW, 9th floor, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Sept 17, 6 pm: "Justice for Some or Justice for All? Community Conversation on Race."
This second meeting includes a panel of African American and Latino men, and small group discussions. Please bring a dish to share--a potluck will follow the meeting. For info, contact Pastor Wayne Coleman at wayne465@yahoo.com At Imagine Fellowship, 167 W. 20th, Holland.
Sat, Sept 21, 10 am-noon: Registration for All For One dance classes. $35 for 9-week classes in line dance, hip hop, Mexican Folkloric (requires dance shoes and dance skirt), or Latin rhythm (12 years and up and parents). Classes begin Sat, Sept 28. Contact moonchild1993@yahoo.com
At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8th, Holland.
Sat, Sept 21, 5 to 7 pm: Holland-area Picnic for Peace, "honoring peace and nonviolence within ourselves and in the world" on International Day of Peace. Bring a dish to share; beverages provided. Please also bring chairs. Following the picnic, attendees will walk to the Holland Peace Pole for shared reflections. Sponsored by Lakeshore Women for Peace and Holland Peacemakers. At Smallenburg Park, Fairbanks Ave north of 16th St, Holland.
Wed, Sept 25 (also Thurs, Sept 26), 7:30 pm: Film, "A Place at the Table"; 90-minute documentary starring Jeff Bridges focuses on food crises through the eyes of three families. Sponsored by several local and national organizations concerned with hunger in America. $6 general admission, $5 seniors; free to Hope students. At Knickerbocker Theater, 86 East 8th, Holland.
CITY OF HOLLAND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Clerical assistant: Part-time clerical and secretarial support position for Recreation and Civic Center Division. 15-18/hrs per week, $11-$13/hr, no benefits. Experience with finances preferred; bilingual preferred. Send resume/application by noon, Friday, Sept 20, to Holland Recreation Division, 150 West 8th St, Holland, MI 49423. Email: rec@cityofholland.com An equal opportunity employer.
Administrative Aide I: Part-time for Department of Transportation Services. 28 hrs/per week; $16-$20/hr depending on qualifications. No benefits. General clerical and support work; creates purchase and work orders; maintains databases. Must have excellent computer skills, attention to detail.
Send cover letter and resume by Friday, Sept 20 to City of Holland, 270 South River Ave, Holland, MI 49423. Email: hr@cityofholland.com An equal opportunity employer.
Monday, September 02, 2013
In the Community from ACEH September 3
In the Community: September 3, 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: $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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"Love is Stronger than Hate": Support Fund
As a follow-up to July attacks that damaged vehicles of African Americans in Holland, the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony has established an account at Macatawa Bank to help reimburse Rev. Wayne and Ruth Coleman and Marvin Younger for auto insurance deductibles and other expenses they will have to pay as a result of the incidents.
Checks should be written to "ACEH Support Fund: Love is Stronger than Hate," with the account number 7201 1337, and deposited at any Macatawa Bank branch.
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TONIGHT, Tues, Sept 3, and Thurs, Sept 5: 6:30 pm to 8 pm: ESL Registration for fall (Sept-Dec) classes "to help Hispanic residents improve their comprehension and use of English, with writing, speaking, reading, and listening practice. (See also Sept. 7.) At Hope College Martha Miller Center, Room 237, Columbia at 10th St, Holland.
Sat, Sept 7, 9 am-noon: ESL Registration. (See description above.) At Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP) office, 96 West 15th St, Suite 101, Holland.
Sat, Sept 7, 10 am-Sun, Sept 8, 10 am-4 pm: 52nd annual Grand Valley American Indian Lodge Traditional Pow Wow. Native American dancing (1 pm and 6:30 pm Sat; noon Sun), drumming, crafts, food. Free admission, free parking. For info, call (616) 364-4697 or wabushna@yahoo.com
At Comstock Riverside Park, 2001 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids.
Sat, Sept 7, noon-11 pm: Hispanic Festival 2013. Presented by Hispanic Center of Western Michigan. www.hispanic-center.org At Calder Plaza, downtown Grand Rapids.
Mon, Sept 9, 7 pm: Holland is Ready event. "An Outing" invitation to fellowship with pro-equality individuals and businesses in Holland. At 84 East restaurant, 84 East 8th St, Holland.
Tues, Sept 10, 7:30 pm: Tulipanes event: Movie and tapas: "Searching for Sugarman"; two South Africans set out to discover what happened to their unlikely musical hero, the mysterious 1970s rock 'n' roller Sixto Rodriguez; Rodriguez still lives today in Detroit. Tickets $15 at the door; seating is limited. Doors open an hour before the showing. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
Wed, Sept 11, 11:30 am: Partners for a Racism-Free Community Lunch and Learn Series: "Cultural Intelligence: Beyond Competence," presented by Dr. Regina McClinton of GVSU's Intercultural Training Certificate. $30 includes lunch. Register at www.prfc-gr.org
At Domincan Center at Marywood, 2025 Fulton St SE, Grand Rapids.
Wed, Sept 11, 7:30 pm: Tulipanes event: Film: "Cinco de Mayo: The Battle"; in 1862 an inexperienced Mexican army defeated Napoleon III's invading French forces. Film features all-star Mexican cast and presents from the point of view of politicians, generals, soldiers, wives, and two young lovers who meet on the battlefield. Free. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 12, 6:30 pm-8:30 pm: Citizenship Preparation classes resume at Latin Americans United for Progress. Call LAUP for information and to register, (616) 392-5058. At LAUP, 96 W. 15th St, Suite 101, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 12, 7:30 pm: Tulipanes event: Film: "A Better Life"; a gardener in East Los Angeles struggles to keep his son away from gangs and immigration agents while trying to give him the opportunities the father never had. Free. At Holland Civic Theater, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 12 – Nov. 2: Ofrenda Installation by artist Roli Mancera in celebration of El Día de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead). According to centuries-old beliefs, the souls of the dead return to earth for one day of the year, wending their way home once the sun passes its zenith on November first. This is the time for families to begin setting up the traditional altar de muertos, laying out an offering of items intended to draw the dead and ease their journey homeward. Key elements of the ofrenda, laid out in a colorful and eye-pleasing symmetrical composition, are steeped in symbolism with roots in both Christian and indigenous beliefs. At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8th, Holland.
Fri, Sept 13: Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH) will not hold a general meeting in September, but encourages members and friends to attend two public events of the 13th annual Tulipanes Latino Art and Film Festival at DeWitt Theater, Columbia Ave at 12th St, Holland:
-- 6:30 pm: Mexika: presentation of indigenous music/dance from Mexico. Free.
-- 7:30 pm: Film, "Xingu," Brazilian drama about three brothers who become involved in conflict between the government and developers and the indigenous people who live in the area and who want to preserve their land. Free.
Sat, Sept 14, 11 am: Tulipanes event: Film: "Garifuna in Peril"; a Garifuna language teacher in Honduras struggles to preserve his indigenous culture and communal lands "in the face of tourism's encroachment and personal betrayal." Free. At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8th St, Holland.
Also Sat, Sept 14, at the Knickerbocker, repeats of Tulipanes films shown earlier in the week:
1 pm: "Xingu"; 3 pm: "Cinco de Mayo: The Battle"; 5 pm: "A Better Life."
Sat, Sept 14, 7 pm: Tulipanes event: FRIDA, un retablo, a bilingual stage production by Teatro Milagro of Portland, OR. At Hope College DeWitt Theater, Columbia Ave at 12th St, Holland.
Sun, Sept 15, 3 pm: Tulipanes event: Faith and Worship celebration: YOU-unity. Worship bands, Latino pastors, family activities, food, art. At Moran Park Church, 97 West 22nd St, Holland.
Sun, Sept 15, 5 pm: Tulipanes event: Film: "A Volar Joven"; comedy with famed Mexican actor Cantinflas. Free. At Moran Park Church, 97 West 22nd St, Holland.
For more information, go to www.tulipanes.org or tulipanesfestival@gmail.com
Tues, Sept 17, 6 pm: "Justice for Some or Justice for All? Community Conversation on Race."
This second meeting includes a panel of African American and Latino men, and small group discussions. Please bring a dish to share--a potluck will follow the meeting. For info, contact Pastor Wayne Coleman at wayne465@yahoo.com At Imagine Fellowship, 167 W. 20th, Holland.
Sat, Sept 21, 10 am-noon: Registration for All For One dance classes. $35 for 9-week classes in line dance, hip hop, Mexican Folkloric (requires dance shoes and dance skirt), or Latin rhythm (12 years and up and parents). Classes begin Sat, Sept 28. Contact moonchild1993@yahoo.com
At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8th, Holland.
CITY OF HOLLAND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
--Human Relations Coordinator: Part-time (flexible 24 hours/wk), $19.50-$22/hour, no benefits. 2-4 years' experience in public relations and case investigation related to civil rights or similar law; knowledge normally acquired through completion of a bachelor's degree in public policy, public administration, sociology, or related field. Bilingual (Spanish) required; multi-cultural preferred.
Send resume and cover letter by regular or email by Wednesday, Sept 11, to address below. Full job description at www.cityofholland.com
--Network Systems Specialist: Full-time, with benefits, pension. $52,520 - $63,003. Coordinates city computer network and administers city's email, internet, and website functions. Degree in computer science or related field; 3-6 years' experience with computer operations and systems administration. Send cover letter and resume by Sept. 13 to address below.
--Tree Trimmer: Part-time, no benefits, $12/hour. Parks and Cemetery Division employee plants, trims, removes trees and shrubs. 1-2 years' experience in forestry maintenance and CDL Class B certification (or attain within 6 months). Send cover letter, resume by Sept. 13 to address below.
--Seasonal landscape positions: Full-time September-December. $8.25/hr, 40-hour week. Parks and Cemetery Division duties include lawn mowing and upkeep, planting tulips, fall clean-up. Print application from www.cityofholland.com
City of Holland Human Resources Department, 270 South River Avenue, Holland, MI 49423
email: hr@cityofholland.com The City of Holland is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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