FROM THE ALLIANCE FOR CULTURAL AND ETHNIC HARMONY (ACEH)
TONIGHT, Mon, Mar 31, 6 pm: Workshop: "Understanding Unconscious Bias," presented by the Michigan Department of Civil Rights and sponsored by Holland Human Relations Commission. Facilitated dialogue re the identification of bias and the impact of thinking styles; explores ways to meet the needs of a more diverse workforce, client base, and community. Free; reservations at (616) 355-1328 or email hrc@cityofholland.com At City Council chambers, 270 South River, Holland.
TONIGHT, Mon, Mar 31, 6 pm: "Is China Opening Up or Closing Down?" by James Fallows, national correspondent, The Atlantic. Sponsored by World Affairs Council of Western Michigan. $10 non-members. At Performing Arts Center, Aquinas College, 1703 Robinson Rd SE, Grand Rapids.
TONIGHT, Mon, Mar 31, 7 pm: César Chávez Lecture: "From the Margins to the Center--the Legacy of César Chávez," by Dr. Pedro Noguera, award-winning educator, author, and activist; professor at Steinhardt School of Education, New York University; director of the Metropolitan Center for Urban Education; and co-director of the Institute for the Study of Globalization and Education in Metropolitan Settings. Admission is free. Presented by Hope College Dean of International and Multicultural Education, Office of Multicultural Education an, Latino Student Organization. At Maas Auditorium, Columbia Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Tues, April 1, 7 pm: Panel presentation on immigration. Holland-area residents share their stories of life before and after immigrating and becoming U.S. citizens; attorney Liz Balck of Justice for Our Neighbors-West Michigan (JFON West Michigan) presents information about current immigration laws and process. (616) 355-3728. At Herrick District Library, 300 S. River, Holland.
Thurs, April 3, 6 pm: Theater workshop information meeting for parents of African American youth ages 6 -17. The Power 2 Be program is offering the youth 10 weekly workshops at the Holland Civic Theatre, focusing on acting, directing, stage construction, stage performance, lighting, hair/makeup, and costumes. $10 for whole program. Contact Theenda Ms Cookie Yarbrough at (616) 546-9448 or on Facebook. Parents' meeting at Maple Ave Church, 427 Maple, Holland.
Thurs, April 3, 7 pm: "Houses of Worship" tour and discussion at Sikh Gurdwara, the Sikh place of worship. Hosted by Kaufman Interfaith Institute of Grand Rapids to learn about the practices, traditions, and rituals of this global religion. Free; public is welcome. (616) 331-5702. Sikhism (Sikhi in Punjabi) is a monotheistic religion founded in the 15th century in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent. At 8845 Cascade Rd, SE, Grand Rapids.
Thurs, April 3 – Sun, April 6: 5th annual Grand Rapids LA:FF, Latin American Film Festival. Fourteen films from Chile, Mexico, Paraguay, Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Dominican Republic, Bolivia, and Argentina, with appearances by select directors. Free; all films have English subtitles. Presented by GVSU, Aquinas, Calvin, Ferris State, and Davenport. Go to www.grlaff.org for schedule. At Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St SE (west of intersection of Wealthy and Fuller), Grand Rapids.
Sat, April 5, 5 pm – 9 pm (doors open at 4 pm): CRC Cambodian Fellowship's Celebration of Easter and Cambodian New Year. Includes traditional and folk dance, music, adult skits, Cambodian traditional fashion show, foods, soft drinks. At The Commons of Evergreen, 480 State St (State and Michigan), Holland.
Thurs, April 10, 5:30 pm – 7 pm, and Fri, April 11, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm: 5th Annual Local History Roundtable: "Immigration and Civil Rights in Western Michigan." April 10: Reception and keynote by Bing Goei of the Michigan Office for New Americans; April 11: Roundtable, panel discussions, networking sessions on oral history, grant writing, fundraising, more. $45 for both days, plus membership in Kutsche Office of Local History; $25 for both days, but no membership; $10, Thursday only. Register at www.gvsu.edu/kutsche Sponsored by Holland Museum, Herrick District Library, GVSU, and LAUP. At Holland Armory, 16 West 9th St, Holland.
Thurs, April 10, 7 pm: "Houses of Worship" tour and discussion at Muslim Mosque. Hosted by Kaufman Interfaith Institute of Grand Rapids to learn about the practices, traditions, and rituals of this global religion. Free; public is welcome. (616) 331-5702. At 3357 East Paris Ave, Kentwood.
Fri, April 11, 7 pm: General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH), with presenter Alan Headbloom, cross-cultural communication consultant and producer of the Grand Rapids TV show, "Feel Like You Belong." Everyone is welcome. 396-2201. At Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.
COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
CASA (Court-Appointed Special Advocates) volunteers needed. This program of Pathways Mi in Holland provides trained volunteers who are appointed by the Ottawa County Family Court "to advocate, in a timely manner, for safe, permanent homes for children involved in neglect and abuse court proceedings." Volunteers must be at least 21 years old, attend 30 hours of training, and commit to visiting the child or children twice a month, and write quarterly reports to the court. Applications are being accepted until April 15 for training in June/July. For more information or an application, contact Sheryl Brink, CASA Coordinator, at sbrink@pathwaysmi.org
JOBS and JOB FAIRS
NOVO 1 Job Fair, Wed, April 2, 11 am – 2 pm: Customer service representatives for NOVO 1's Holland-based call center that helps customers of insurance companies and automotive assistance services. Salary and benefits package; paid classroom and on-the-job training; flexible work schedules; premium pay rates for bilingual Spanish/English employees. At NOVO 1's Holland Contact Center, 1361 South Waverly Rd, Holland.
Pepsico Career Day, Wed, April 9, 8 am – 3 pm: Part-time merchandisers and warehouse loaders (seasonal); full-time relief drivers. Apply online (if possible) at www.pepsijobs.com and enter "Grand Rapids" for the search city. Must be at least 18, authorized to work in U.S., valid driver's license, pass drug test and background check, be available for flexible hours. At Fifth Third Ballpark, 4500 West River Dr, Comstock Park (Pepsi Stadium Club). Contact Brittany Snyder at (616) 285-8210 or Brittany.Snyder@pepsico.com
City of Holland Firefighter/EMT: Full-time, $46,155 - $59,550, including competitive pension and benefit package; 24-hour shift schedule including weekends and holidays. The city is developing a pool of qualified candidates for vacancies that may occur in the next year. Qualifications: extensive firefighter training, above-average driving skills, physical agility; associates degree in fire science; various certifications and licenses. Will be involved in fire prevention activities, safety education, inspections. Send resume with cover letter only to City of Holland, 270 South River, Holland, 49423, re: Firefighter/EMT. Electronic submissions will be refused. Deadline is Friday, April 25.
