In the Community: Sept. 22, 2014
A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony
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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.
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Tues, Sept 23: National Register to Vote Day. October 4 is the last day to register to vote in the November 4 mid-term elections for Michigan governor, senator, representatives in Congress, and local offices. Contact your city hall or county clerk's office.
Tues, Sept 23, 11 am to 11 pm: Fundraiser for CASA, a Hope College program that helps at-risk children make stronger progress in school. 10 percent of Orange Leaf profits on sales of frozen yogurt that day will be donated to CASA. At Orange Leaf, 184 South River (just north of 8th St), Holland.
Tues, Sept 23, 4 pm: La Pause-Café. Informal gathering of people who wish to chat in French with others; all levels of French are welcome. Café meets every Tuesday. At Lemonjello's Coffee Shop, 61 East 9th St, Holland.
Tues, Sept 23, 7 pm: Documentary, "Where There is Despair, Let Me Sow Hope," "transports you to developing countries to see what it would be like to live on $2 a day with no modern conveniences"; Q&A with Mary Dailey Brown, founder of SowHope International, which works to promote peace, protect children, and prevent trafficking. Free; co-sponsored by Lakeshore Women for Peace and other groups, including ACEH. At Herrick District Library, 300 S. River, Holland.
Tues, Sept 23, 7 pm: Film, "Fruitvale Station," and discussion "Caring About Michael Brown Jr.: What are the Issues? What Are the Inequities?" Sponsored by Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance's Diversity Initiative of Northwest Ottawa County and Goodrich Quality Theaters. Registration required, at www.ethnicdiversity.org At Grand Haven 9 theater, 17220 Hayes St, Grand Haven.
Wed, Sept 24, 7 pm: "Knowing Together, Growing Together: Racial Equity as a Key for the Future of Grand Rapids." Presented by Dr. Manual Pastor, director of USC's program for environmental and regional equity. Free, open to the public. Sponsored by Spectrum Health.
At Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St, SE, Grand Rapids.
Thurs, Sept 25, noon to 1 pm: Documentary film: "The State of Arizona": "Tracking the year after Arizona passed SB1070, its controversial 'papers please' law, film tells stories of people in Arizona on all sides of the issue and depicts a state and its people testing the edges of our democratic values." Discussion follows. Free, open to the public. Hosted by Spectrum Health and WGVU. At Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus Auditorium, 100 Michigan St, NE, Grand Rapids.
Sun, Sept 28, 3 pm to 6 pm: Beal Memorial Celebration: "Following Jesus' Footsteps in the
Neighborhood." Features stories told through personal testimony, spoken word, music, photography, art, dance, video, scripture by central city people "from a broad spectrum of racial and religious backgrounds." Refreshments. Free; open to all. www.bealmemorial.org Event honors the late Philip Emerson Beal, peace and justice activist. At Midtown Center, 96 West 15th St, Holland.
Mon, Sept 29, 4 pm: Round Table of Returning Students from French-Speaking Countries.
At Hope College Martha Miller Center Auditorium 135, Columbia Ave at 10th St, Holland.
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Community Opportunity: Family Meal Month, sponsored by Ottawa Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition in partnership with local restaurants in September to promote family dinners and celebrate the benefits of family time. Go to www.talksooner.org for restaurant updates, a list of participating restaurants in Ottawa County and a printable coupon to receive various discounts.
Jobs
Allegan County: Mail clerk, part-time (20 hrs/wk), $13.23 per hour with pro-rated benefits. High school diploma or equivalent. Job description and application at www.allegan-county.org Deadline is 4 pm Wed, Oct 1.
Center for Women in Transition: 2 positions for on-call shelter assistants. Ensure safety and security of facility and meet basic needs of residents; provide backup to crisis line volunteers. Hourly wage. Available for all shifts, including 3rd; includes weekends and holidays. High school diploma or equivalent; basic understanding of domestic violence and sexual assault issues desirable; sensitive to issues of diversity. Computer-proficient. Send resume and cover letter to Shelter Manager, Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland, MI 49424. Deadline is Mon, Oct 13.
City of Allegan: Promotions coordinator. Full-time (varied hours); $35,000, benefits package. Assist with events, festivals, marketing in City of Allegan. Degree in marketing or related field; business, volunteer management, customer service, and cash handling experience preferred. http://www.cityofallegan.org/notices/html Send cover letter and resume to City of Allegan, attn: Tracy Stull, 112 Locust, Allegan 49010 or email tstull@cityofallegan.org. Deadline is Fri, Sept 26.
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District: 8 jobs. Go to www.oaisd.org and click on Employment
---Technology field support. Position open until filled.
---Infant program teacher. Deadline is today, Mon, Sept 22
---Special education (SXI) teacher: Deadline is Tues, Sept 23
---Speech pathologist. Deadline is Wed, Sept 24
---Occupational therapist. Deadline is Wed, Sept. 24
---Maintenance specialist. Deadline is Thurs, Sept 25
---Lead custodial/maintenance. Deadline is Wed, Oct 1
---Secretary II: special education/truancy. Deadline is Fri, Oct 3
Ottawa County Michigan Works! Holland Service Center. On-site Tuesday, Sept 23, at 121 Clover St, Holland: 5 employers:
---MOKA (supporting individuals with disabilities in Muskegon, Ottawa, Kent, Allegan, Barry and Van Buren counties). On site from 9 am to noon. Apply online at www.moka.org; select Careers tab.
20 openings in Ottawa and Allegan counties. Residential support staff, community support staff, mentors. Part-time, full-time, on call, various shifts.
---Dialogue Direct. On site from 10 am to 3 pm. 16 licensed healthcare advisors. Bring resume; be prepared to complete online application.
---Walters Gardens Inc. On site 10 am to 3 pm. 15 openings for plant processor, greenhouse processor, packer, materials handler, field operations. Year-round, part-time and full-time. Various benefits; $10/hr starting pay.
---Grand Rapids Building Services. On site noon to 4 pm. 7 openings, various shifts available. $9 - $11/hr; benefits after 90 days. Bring resume and references.
---Kelly Services. On site 10 am to 3 pm. Hiring for 160 openings at Haworth; assembly, hi-lo, machine operators in Holland. $10-$15/hr; stay bonus; attendance bonus. Long-term temp to hire; Kelly employees eligible to apply directly to Haworth as soon as first day on the job.
Ottawa County Michigan Works! Grand Haven Service Center. On-site Friday, Sept 26, at 106 South 6th St, Grand Haven:
---MOKA (supporting individuals with disabilities in Muskegon, Ottawa, Kent, and Allegan) On site from 10 am to noon and 1 pm to 2 pm: Residential support staff, community support staff, and mentors. Part time, full-time, on call, various shifts. Go to www.moka.org and select Careers tab; apply online.
Posies & Pastries: Part-time delivery driver for local company; hours vary depending on time of year. $8.15/hr. Licensed driver with clean driving record; physically fit; should have reliable vehicle for rare occasions when company vehicle is not available (mileage paid). Ideal for retiree. Call (616) 796-0223 to set up interview. Deadline is Tues, Sept. 30.
