In the Community: January 9, 2015
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.
Check us out under Groups on Facebook at ACEH - Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony. Lots of posted info and links to multicultural, race, and justice topics.
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Tues, Jan 13, 7:30 am-9 am: Grand Rapids Business Breakfast with speaker Alan Headbloom of Headbloom Cross-Cultural Communications: "Raising Your CQ: Overcoming Silo-Self and Growing Cultural Competence." Tickets $12; http://grbusinessbreakfast.org/ and purchase ticket under Event Details. At 2121 Celebration Dr, NE, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Jan 13, 12:30 pm: Calvin College January Series: "Kinderlager: Reflections of a Child Holocaust Survivor," by Tova Friedman, one of 5,000 Jewish children living in the Polish town of Tomashov before World War II; at the end of the war, only Tova and four other children were still alive. At Christ Memorial Church (live-streamed from Calvin College), 595 Graafschap Rd, Holland.
Wed, Jan 14, 6 pm: Film, "The Hundred-Foot Journey." The Kadam family leaves India for Europe and opens a restaurant in a French village, in direct competition with Madame Mallory's acclaimed eatery, resulting in an escalating rivalry. A bridging of the sides and the "personal and professional connections encourage an understanding that will change both sides forever." $2 for non-members of Evergreen; free for members. At The Commons of Evergreen, 480 State St, Holland.
Thurs, Jan 15, 2015, 11:30 am-1:30 pm: "I Don't See Color"...and Other Racial Myths in the U.S., by Alan Headbloom of Headbloom Cross-Cultural Communications. $30 includes lunch. www.Eventbrite.com or prfc-gr.org or send check to PRFC, 250 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids 49503. (616) 466-6187. Sponsored by Partners for a Racism-Free Community. At Dominican Center at Marywood, 2025 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids.
Thurs, Jan 15, 2015, 4:30 pm-6:30 pm: Soul Food Fest. $6 for community persons. At Hope College Phelps and Cook Dining Halls, 10th St between College and Columbia, Holland.
Thurs, Jan 15, 7 pm: Film, "Selma," about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr "and the civil rights movement that changed America." Part of the ticket price benefits Partners for a Racism-Free Community (Grand Rapids); half-hour discussion follows. Tickets $11; purchase at Celebration Cinema North or online at www.celebrationcinema.com. Rated PG-13; 127 minutes. At Celebration Cinema North, 2121 Celebration Dr NE, Grand Rapids.
Fri, Jan 16, 7 pm (support group); 8 pm (program): PFLAG meeting, with film "Laughing Matters," interviews with four lesbian comediennes and excerpts from their live stand-up performances; "none set out to become an activist...but they have made a significant contribution because of their determination to be themselves." At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.
Mon, Jan 19, 2015, various times during the day: Student events to celebrate the life and dreams of Dr. Martin Luther King. For the first time, Holland Public Schools will close to mark the day, and students are invited to events hosted by Holland Human Relations Commission and Holland Youth Area Council. Pre-register at hrc@cityofholland.com or call (616) 355-1321; leave name, number of attendees, and a phone number where you can be reached.
---Elementary students: "The Fair Housing Five & the Haunted House," based on curriculum developed by the Greater New Orleans Fair Housing Center.
---Middle school students: Bullying prevention. More details in coming weeks.
Mon, Jan 19. ACEH and the Boys & Girls Club will host an event during the day (times to be announced), including a video "Our Friend Martin," about Martin Luther King Jr., followed by a panel and Q&A. At Boys & Girls Club, VanRaalte Ave at 18th St, Holland.
Mon, Jan 19, noon and 6 pm (NOTE: This is a time change from earlier announcements): Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day event: Guest speaker Bernard Kleina, civil rights activist and urban photographer "will take you on a historic photo journey documenting his experience." His photographs are at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, and will be at Holland City Hall during the day Jan. 19. To make a reservation for the evening event, contact Holland Human Relations Department at hrc@cityofholland.com or call 355-1328. Sponsored by Human Relations Commission and Haworth. At City Hall, 270 South River Ave, Holland.
Mon, Jan 19, 7 pm: Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights Lecture: "The Face of America is Changing: Are We Ready?" will focus on issues of diversity, social justice, and inclusion; presented by Dr. Eddie Moore, Jr., founder of The White Privilege Conference and director of diversity at Brooklyn Friends School, Brooklyn, NY. Public is invited; admission is free. Sponsored by Herman Miller Inc and Hope College Office of Multicultural Education and multicultural student groups. At Dimnent Memorial Chapel, 277 College Ave, Holland.
Wed, Jan 21, 7 pm: 2014 Social Justice Awards for accomplishments in education, housing, employment, government/community and youth. Presented to organizations and individuals by Holland Human Relations Commission. At Holland City Hall, 270 South River, Holland.
Wed, Jan 21: Opening of exhibit from United States Holocaust Memorial Museum: "Nazi Persecution of Homosexuals 1933-1945." Lithographs, other art depicting Nazi state's arrest and incarceration in prisons and concentration camps tens of thousands of German men "believed to be threats to the national health." Exhibit continues to Feb 21. (616) 331-3500 or anderlin@gvsu.edu Sponsored by consortium of GVSU disciplines. At Mary Idema Pew Library, Grand Valley State University, One Campus Drive, Allendale.
Thurs, Jan 22, 7 pm: Jack Ridl Visiting Writers Series: Orlando Ricardo Menes, award-winning poet, a native of Peru, who teaches creative writing at Notre Dame. Free. At Winants Auditorium, Graves Hall, College Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Thurs, Jan 22, 7:30 pm: Contemporary French film "The French Minister," in French with English subtitles; followed by discussion with Hope College faculty. Part of 2nd annual French Film Festival sponsored by various offices and departments at Hope. $4 for general public. At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8th St, Holland. See also Jan 23 and Jan 24.
Fri, Jan 23, 7:30 pm: French film, "Declaration of War," in French with English subtitles. $4 for general public. At Martha Miller Center, 10th St at Columbia Ave, Holland.
Sat, Jan 24, 3 pm and 7:30 pm: French films, "The Rabbi's Cat" (at 3 pm) and "The Past" (at 7:30 pm). In French with English subtitles. $4 for general public. At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8thh St, Holland.
Tues, Jan 27, 7 pm: Free public information meeting (in English and in Spanish) on the new Executive Actions on Immigration. Attorney Sarah Yore-VanOosterhout from Justice for Our Neighbors (JFON) will cover who qualifies, what documentation is needed, and potential obstacles. In the spring Intersection Ministries and JFON plan to provide a form-preparation workshop to assist a limited number of people to prepare applications. People at the Jan 27 meeting will be notified when the workshop is scheduled. At Intersection Ministries, 945 136th Ave, Holland.
Scholarships
Wed, Jan 21, 6 pm to 7:30 pm: 3rd annual Scholarship Eligibility & Application Workshop, led by Grand Rapids Community Foundation; applicants can apply for over 60 scholarships with one online application. Open to high school seniors, GED students, recent grads, current college students, people returning to school after 2 years or more. http://www.grfoundation.org/scholarshipslist Workshop is free but must register at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/2015-grcf-scholarship-workshop-tickets-15088674632 At Hispanic Center of Western Michigan, 1204 Grandville Ave, SW, Grand Rapids.
Woman's Literary Club: The club seeks scholarship applications from women and men currently full- or part-time at an accredited college, professional, or technical program, with graduation before or during December 2016. Must have satisfactory scholastic standing and be a permanent resident of the Holland area. For information and application materials, call Ruth at (616) 335-3061 or email rhofmeyer@chartermi.net Deadline is Feb 27, 2015.
Jobs
The Commons of Evergreen: Volunteer coordinator, part-time (29 hr/wk; $12-13/hr) to plan, organize, direct, promote, and review volunteer programs associated with Evergreen. Variety of responsibilities. Associates degree required, bachelor's preferred; nonprofit experience in a leadership role; intermediate to advanced computer skills, pre-employment physical. Full description at www.evergreencommons.org/join-our-team/ Send resume/cover letter to HR@evergreencommons.org or deliver in person to Evergreen Commons, 480 State St, Holland.
