Fri, June 6, 9 am to 3 pm: Home Buyer Education One-Day Workshop of Community Action House; includes resources, budgeting, credit, mortgages, real estate, property taxes, insurance, home inspections, and home maintenance. Class size is limited. To register, contact Andrea at (616) 392-2368, ext. 127, or email afantin@communityactionhouse.org At Macatawa Bank, 141 East 8th St, Holland.
Sat, June 7, 3 pm to 8 pm: 6th annual Multicultural Festival, presented by Holland's International Relations Commission. Dance performances, music, arts and crafts, children's activities, information tables (including ACEH), food vendors. At Kollen Park, Van Raalte Ave at Lake Macatawa, Holland.
Tues, June 10, 6 pm: Justice for Some or Justice for All? Forum, "Racism in the Church: Where Do We Go from Here?" will explore the birth and history of racism in the church and discuss "how multiculturalism can be violent racism without equality." wayne465@yahoo.com At Imagine Fellowship, 167 West 20th St, Holland.
Wed, June 11, 11:30 am: 2014 American Civil Liberties Union West Michigan Luncheon, "Protecting the Right to Live, Love & Dream," with special guest Jose Antonio Vargas, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, founder of Define American, and writer/director of the film "Documented." General admission tickets $50; student/next generation (age 35 and under), $30; table sponsorships, various amounts. Contact www.aclumich.org (313) 578-6827, or dmoss@aclumich.org for availability information. At Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, 1000 East Beltline NE, Grand Rapids.
Fri, June 13, 7 pm: General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH): Presentation of Able Bodies group. "Willing, Able, and Very Capable." Four West Michigan people—Lucia Rios, Brandon Melnyk, Elizabeth Ferry, and Roel Garcia--with various disabilities talk about how they define and meet challenges and obstacles in their lives. Discussion follows. The public is invited. 392-5086. At Tendercare Health Center of Holland, 1221 East 16th St (just east of Country Club Rd), Holland. (Note different location this month.)
Thurs, June 19, 6 pm: Power to B Play presented by area youth as part of the 14th annual Juneteenth Celebration. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
Fri, June 20, 6 pm: Pageant and Fashion Show, part of 14th annual Juneteenth Celebration. Tickets $15. At Western Seminary, 101 East 13th St, Holland.
Sat, June 21, 1 pm to 8 pm: 14th annual Juneteenth Celebration and Health Fair, with theme of "Community Capacity Building from the Black Perspective." Keynote speaker Dr. Muhammad Khalifa; appearances by Chandra Currelley and other special performers and musicians (R&B, rap, gospel, jazz, reggae), much more. Information tables and children's activities, including one by ACEH. At Kollen Park, Van Raalte Ave at Lake Macatawa, Holland.
Community Opportunities
Herrick District Library: Volunteer opportunities for Library Greeters (volunteer@herrickdl.org),
Reading Buddies (register online at www.herrickdl.org), Literacy Heroes (Storytime Training), and Book Nook staffers 399-6939), at Main Library and/or northside locations. For further information, contact sdevries@herrickdl.org
Tulipanes Latino Art and Film Festival: Film Submission Deadline is Today
The Tulipanes Latino Art & Film Festival is accepting submissions of feature-length and short films, in both narrative and documentary categories, for the 14th annual Festival in Holland September 6-14. Deadline to submit a film is today, Monday, June 2. Contact Roberto Jara at (616) 745-0887.
Research Study on Diverse Religious Faiths
Hope College psychology department professor Dr. Daryl Van Tongeren and his colleagues are seeking people of diverse religious faiths to take part in their research on religious attitudes and beliefs. Participants will complete surveys and provide their opinions during a one-hour study session. The study's announcement says: "You will receive $10 for participating; you will add to the scientific understanding of religious traditions that have not been studied very much at all; your efforts will provide a valuable contribution to understanding the richness of religious beliefs; you may even enjoy taking the survey and reflecting on your own beliefs." For more information or to apply to participate, email researchstudy@hope.edu
Jobs
Center for Women in Transition: Shelter advocate, 32 hours/wk. Provide services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, including crisis intervention, assessment, advocacy, and support group facilitation; work with adult shelter residents; coordinate with local service providers; take part in on-call rotation for evening and weekend crisis support. Need bachelor's degree, emphasis in social work or psychology preferred; training and experience in residential settings and/or advocating on behalf of domestic violence survivors strongly desired. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus. At least 2 years' experience working with diverse populations. Send cover letter and resume to Shelter Manager, Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland 49424. Applications accepted until position is filled.
City of Holland: Mechanic Assistant for Motor Pool Division: Part-time (20/24 hrs week), $10 per hour, no benefits. Preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment, assist mechanics, clean vehicles, some building maintenance. Need knowledge of light-duty truck/auto repair, basic computer skills, ability to obtain a forklift certification within 60 days. Send resume and cover letter by mail or email to City of Holland, Human Resources Dept-Mechanic Assistant, 270 South River, Holland 49423; hr@cityofholland.com Deadline is Friday, June 6.
City of Holland: Outdoor Educator: Part-time for DeGraaaf Nature Center, $12.15-$15.36/hr, no benefits. Plan/implement classes and events, prepare materials, recruiit volunteers, help develop new programs. Minimum of associate's degree in related field, experience working with children, strong desire to teach about nature and the out of doors. Send resume and cover letter by mail or email to City of Holland, Human Resources – Outdoor Educator, 270 South River, Holland 49423; hr@cityofholland.com. Deadline is Friday, June 13.
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District: Three positions: Behavior Specialist, Agriscience Instructor, and Public Safety and Security Services Instructor. All require various educational certifications and experience. Apply online at www.oaisd.org
West Michigan Environmental Action Council: Diversity and Inclusion internship (plus other internships in policy, journalism, marketing, etc). 10-15 hours/week; $500 stipend at end of summer internship. Go to https://wmeac.org/jobs/ for information on requirements and responsibilities. Send cover letter and resume to Anne Marie Hertl, Community Activism Manager, WMEAC, 1007 Lake Drive, SE, Grand Rapids; (616) 451-3051, ext. 40.
