IN THE COMMUNITY FROM ACEH, JULY 14, 2014
Fri, July 18, 7 pm (support group), 8 pm (program): PFLAG meeting to hear two college students discuss their program GRACES (Growing Respect, Acceptance, Community and Education on Sexuality), which they are proposing in order to educate the community and create a context for healthy dialogue around issues of sexuality. At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.
Mon, July 28, 7 pm: Film, "The Stranger," followed by panel discussion. Biblical perspective on immigration. Sponsored by CRC Office of Social Justice and persons from New Community Fourth Reformed Church. Open to the public. Trailer for the film: http://www.thestrangerfilm.org At Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschaap Rd, Holland.
Thurs, Aug 7, 6:30 am to 8 am: The Breakfast Club, a cross-cultural relationship-building ministry meeting the first Thursday of the month, over a meal, to discuss race, faith, and personal life journeys "to intentionally establish a relationship with someone from a different ethnic group than one's own." Hosted by Pastor Wayne Coleman. At Imagine Fellowship Church, 167 West 20th, Holland.
Sun, Aug 10, 1 pm to 4 pm: 16th annual Potluck in the Park of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH). Everyone is welcome. Bring a dish to share from your cultural background; ACEH provides beverages and table service. Music, children's activities, games, fun, fellowship—and great food. Invite your family, neighbors, friends, and people who are new to the community. 392-5086 or 392-1926. www.harmonyalliance.org At Dunton Park, Howard Ave off Douglas/Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland.
Have you attended ACEH Potlucks in the Park? It takes many hands to bring about
these special events. How about lending your hands to help out this year?
If you can pitch in with set up, or during the event, or with clean-up, please contact
the Potluck Chair, Bobbie Brown, at bobbieb3371@sbcglobal.net or call her at
(616) 392-1926.
Summer Meals for Kids under Age 18
Free summer meals for kids under age 18 are available at a variety of locations and times in Holland.
Holland City Volunteer Opportunities
Openings on the (1) Human Relations Commission, consults with/advises City Council on issues of equal rights, cultural understanding, discrimination; conducts studies and investigations, and other activities that improve relationships among all citizens, protecting their equal rights, education, employment, and public services. (2) Sustainability Committee, assists City Council and Board of Public Works with increasing the level of public understanding of sustainability issues, offers recommendations on initiatives, policies, and projects of a "green" nature. www.cityofholland.com
Jobs
Allegan County Community Mental Health: Hospital/Community Liaison. Part-time (32-36 hrs/wk) with benefits; temporary position Aug 18 – Dec 1. Culturally diverse-minded person with social work degree and certain licensures. Provide hospital reviews, discharge coordination, consultation to hospitals about mental health services, more. Send cover letter and resume to Nannette Lawrence, HR coordinator, Allegan Co. Mental Health, PO Drawer 130, Allegan, MI 49010. Deadline is Friday, August 1.
CASA, Children's After School Achievement: Program at Hope College needs summer office and program assistance. Part-time for 10 ½ months (20 hrs/wk, Mon-Thurs: noon to 5/5:30 school year; 8 am - 1 pm summer). Must be fluent in Spanish and English. Apply at www.hope.edu/employment/staff
Holland Charter Township: Meter reader and assistant maintenance worker. Application form online at www.hct.holland.mi.us. May be submitted online to tomv@hct.holland.mi.us or mailed to Holland Charter Township, Attn: Director of Public Works, 353 North 120th Ave, Holland 49424.
Hope College Dining Services: Cook, service supervisor, service staff, dishroom/prep cook, stock/utility. Dependability and flexible work schedule is a must. Email resume to dining@hope.edu
or apply in person at Hope College Dining Office, Martha Miller Center, 257 Columbia Ave, Holland.
Ottawa County Michigan Works! Employers of the Day Event: On-site, Tuesday, July 15, at 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154. See info on three firms, below:
--Solutions, 10 am-2 pm. Representing 3 companies (Bradford, Ess Tec, Worden), for machine operators, CNC operators, finishers, sanders. Bring two forms of ID (driver's license, state ID, social security card, and/or birth certificate) and resume if have one.
--Metal Flow, 9:30 am-4 pm: 15 full-time, permanent, direct-hire positions with benefits (after probationary period). Director of quality and quality engineers, press operators, grinder operators, tool maker/die setter, more.
--Novo I, 10 am-2 pm: 20 roadside assistance specialists for Holland call center. Benefits included. Bring resume, complete online application, be prepared for brief interview. Or can apply in advance at www.novo1.com/careers
Zeeland Public Schools: Spanish Immersion Teachers, Certified Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors, Classroom Teacher Assistant, Substitute Bus Drivers, Food Service Substitutes. Apply online at www.zps.org/jobs
--Accountant, full-time, starting August 11. Apply online at www.zps.org/jobs
