In the Community: February 6, 2015
A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony
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Thank you to the Holland Human Relations Commission for awarding
"In the Community" the 2014 Social Justice Award
in the category of government/community, on January 21, 2015
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Has "In the Community" helped you learn about or publicize diversity events this year? If so, please consider joining ACEH in 2015 or renewing your membership. Your dues help pay for this email and all the other Alliance activities:
$20 a year ($35/two years) for an individual; $30 a year ($50/two years) for a family; $40 for nonprofits; $75 for businesses.
It's easy--here's how:
--You can pay through the secure Pay Pal system at http://www.harmonyalliance.org Click on Join Us.
--Or you can send a check to ACEH, c/o Treasurer Al Minert, Box 3007, Holland 49422-3007.
--Or you can sign up any ACEH meeting or social event. THANK YOU!
ACEH is a 501(c) 3 organization; contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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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Sat, Feb 7, 8:30 am to 4 pm: Second Annual Show Me the Money Day. Free event "to connect participants with resources to help them achieve financial stability through savings, education, and home ownership opportunities." Workshops: Financial makeover for 2015--the importance of saving; health insurance basics; cooking healthy on a budget; employment services & programs; energy conservation; MI Bridges--what you should know; protecting yourself against identity theft; keep your eyes on your credit; cradle to career: a guide to raising health motivated children; home buyer basics. Free lunch from noon to 1 pm; free children's activities and child care for ages 4 years and up; gift cards, gift baskets, laptops and iPad minis. Sponsored by Community Action House. You can come to workshops, volunteer, etc. For information, call Maggi or Brooke at (616) 392-2368 or go to www.communityactionhouse.org. At VR Tech, 461 Van Raalte Ave, Holland.
Sat, Feb 7, 10 am – 4 pm: Ethnic Heritage Festival: Music, dance, crafts, food representing various ethnic groups in West Michigan. Free for members; $8 adults; $4 students. Ethnic foods in Museum Café; international beer tasting, 1 to 4 pm ($6); two museum exhibitions with a focus on diversity and culture. At Grand Rapids Public Museum, 272 Pearl St, Grand Rapids.
Sun, Feb 8, 9:40 am: Hope Church Reconciliation Ministry. Facilitated summary of "the season of reconciliation" and steps we can take collectively and individually to effect change. Open to the public. At Hope Church RCA, 77 West 11th St, Holland.
Mon, Feb 9, 7 pm: KUSA – Holland/Zeeland Community. Kairos meeting to hear from Western Theological Seminary students who spent time in Israel and Palestine in January 2015. Discussion of national issues around Palestine and Israel. www.FriendsofPalestiniansandIsraelis.blogspot.com At main floor meeting room, Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.
Thurs, Feb 12, 11:30 am: "Inclusive Hiring & Retention Strategies...The Cascade Engineering Approach," presented by Kenyatta Brame and the Diversity Coordinating Council. Hosted by Partners for a Racism-Free Community. $30 includes lunch. Register through Eventbrite or mail check with participants' names and emails to PRFC, 250 Commerce SW, Grand Rapids 49503. (616) 466-6187. www.prfc-gr.org At Dominican Center at Marywood, 2025 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids (entrance and parking off Lakeside Dr.)
Fri, Feb 13, 7 pm: "Who Am I? Reflections on Racial and Ethnic Identity," panel of local residents whose parents are of two different races or ethnicities. General meeting of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony. Everyone is welcome. Facilitated by John Yelding, director of American ethnic studies at Hope College. www.harmonyalliance.org or 396-2201. At Semelink Hall, Western Theological Seminary, 101 East 13th St, Holland (just east of College Avenue).
Sun, Feb 15, 1 pm to 4:30 pm: 10th annual Taste of Soul Sunday celebrating African American history and culture. Music, dance, storytelling, presentations, poetry, quilts, more. Free, open to the public. http://www.grpl.org/tasteofsoul/ (616) 988-5400. At Grand Rapids Public Library, 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids.
Sat, Feb 21, 2 pm to 4 pm: Korean New Year Celebration. Event will feature Chicago Korean Dancing Company, Korean Taekwondo Team, Maciek's Magic Show, and Gimbap sushi feast. Admission is Free. Hosted by Holland Korean Church. For information, contact Dr. John Kim at johnkimsma@gmail.com or call (616) 795-8047 or 392-2635. At Park Christian Reformed Church, 1496 West 32nd St, Holland.
Fri, Feb 27, 6 pm: Town Hall meeting "Lessons we can learn from Ferguson and New York."
"Developing a conversation around race relations and how we as a community can embrace diversity."
At Imagine Fellowship, 167 West 20th St, Holland.
Community Opportunity: Neighborhood Leadership Academy
The 2015 Neighborhood Leadership Academy is a free program offered by the City of Holland to "educate, enhance, and empower" neighborhood leadership. Participants will learn leadership skills through a seven-week interactive curriculum taught by a diverse group of professionals. You must be a resident of the city.
If you are interested in becoming a leader in your neighborhood, fill out an application (link below) and mail to Sue Harder, 270 S. River Ave, Holland 49423; email s.harder@cityofholland.com or fax to her at (16) 546-7058. Classes are now forming and start in mid-March.
Looking Ahead
Registration is open for the March 27, 2015, Summit on Race and Inclusion "Moving Beyond Bias." The event will be held from 8:30 am to 3 pm at Grand Haven High School, Grand Haven. Registration fee of $50 includes keynote speeches, a breakout session and panel discussion, refreshments and lunch. Go to Eventbrite or contact the Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance at www.ethnicdiversity.org, email office@ethnicdiversity.org or call (616) 846-9074. There will be no on-site registration.
Workshops for Job Seekers
Ottawa County Michigan Works! offers free workshops to help residents with job searches and career development activities. Weekly workshops are open to all, regardless of employment status, with no eligibility requirements for enrollment. Topics include job searching, resumes, interview tips and practice, career exploration, basic computer skills, and managing the financial impact of unemployment. Schedule and registration info: https://www.miottawa.org/eventcalendar/ or call (616) 396-2154 or visit the service center at 121 Clover St, Holland.
Jobs
Tues, Feb 10: Ottawa County Michigan Works! Holland Service Center, 121 Clover St, Holland. (616) 396-2154. 6 employers:
---Hemco Gage, on site from 10 am – 2 pm: 7 full-time openings, 1st and 2nd shift, depending on position: CNC operators, CNC programmers, Mazak operators, ID and OD grinders, plate department, convolute department. Bring resume and complete application at event.
---Blu Perspective, 9:30 am to noon and 1 – 4 pm: 10 inspectors of auto parts at customer sites. Background check, drug screen. Bring resume to hiring event.
---Advantage Sales and Marketing, 1 – 4 pm: 10 part-time positions for retail event demonstrators at local retailers. Paid training, competitive pay. Register ahead of time at http://www.asmnet.com Bring resume to hiring event.
---Alliance Home Health Care Services, 10 am to 2 pm: 25 openings for home health aides and CNAs; part-time, flexible hours. Bring resume; complete online application at event.
---WORKFORCE, 9 am – 1 pm and 2 – 4:30 pm: 5 openings for extruders, expanders, planter, team leaders, and material sorters. Bring resume to event.
---Two Men and a Truck, 10 am – 2 pm: 4 drivers/movers. Must be 21 with valid driver's license. Complete online application before event at www.twomenandatruck.com and click on Job Opportunities. Bring copy of driver's or chauffeur's license, and resume, to event.
The Commons of Evergreen: Volunteer coordinator, part-time (29 hr/wk; $12-13/hr). Nonprofit experience in leadership role; computer skills, pre-employment physical. Job description at www.evergreencommons.org/join-our-team/ Send resume, cover letter to HR@evergreencommons.org or bring to Evergreen Commons, 480 State St, Holland.
Family Dollar: Interviewing for managers and assistant managers. Apply online by going to www.familydollar.com and clicking on Careers/Store Careers. Interviews will be Mon, Feb 9, from 10 am – 3 pm at Family Dollar Store #8410, 36 West 16th Street, Holland. (616) 396-3463
Holland Public Schools: Food server at Holland High, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm, M-F. High school diploma or equivalent; training in institutional cooking desirable; ability to lift up to 55 pounds; satisfactory grade in sanitation and safety course; more information at http://www.applitrack.com/hps/onlineapp/1BrowseFile.aspx?id=34440 Apply online at www.hollandpublicschools.org Deadline is Tues, Feb 10.
Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance: Marketing manager, full-time; salary commensurate with experience. Develop, execute, measure marketing, communication, PR activities; maintain website, use social media, develop publications, market special events. Bachelor's degree in marketing, journalism, or public relations; 5 to 7 years' progressively responsible experience in this field, including at least one year in nonprofit sector. www.ethnicdiversity.org Send resume and cover letter to office@ethnicdiversity.org.
West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: Executive director to oversee financial management; provide managerial oversight; develop programming; foster partnerships and collaborations; more. Bachelor's degree in business or related field; four years' experience working with Hispanic business community; networking, presentation and public speaking skills; excellent oral and written skills in English and in Spanish. Email cover letter with resume to villarda@gvsu.edu
Deadline is Fri, Feb 13.
West Ottawa Public Schools: Various openings, including substitute bus aides, driver, and food service workers; ESL long-term substitute; education associate, ELL; director of food service. Go to www.westottawa.net/?s=employment
Zeeland Public Schools: Food service associates; classroom paraprofessional; part-time custodian. www.zps.org and click on Quick Links for job listings and information.
