A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony
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 www.harmonyalliance.org
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. If you are interested in becoming a member of ACEH, please see information at the end of this email.
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Tues, Aug 25, 5:3o pm – 7 pm: #RacisminGR Community Conversations. First of four-part series of dialogues for community members "to discuss and reflect on experiences with racism, bias, and inequality in Grand Rapids." Intent is "to create safe spaces for brave conversations around tough subjects that impact the livability and viability of our community." Free. RSVP to Partners for a Racism-Free Community at (616) 466-6187 or www.prfc-gr.org. At Rockford Construction Co., 601 First Street NW. Grand Rapids.
Thurs, Aug 27, 6-7 pm (children's instrument workshop); 7-9:30 pm (Orquestra Ritmo concert & dancing): Tulipanes, Tulip Time, and Windmill Island Gardens Anniversary Celebration. Free, family-friendly community event to celebrate milestone years for these local organizations. Food and drink available for purchase. At Windmill Island Gardens, 7th Street at Lincoln Ave, Holland.
Tues, Sept 1, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. Paw Paw Park Party organized by Building Healthy Communities Coalition. Celebrates trail expansion that combines Paw Paw Park to former Macatawa Greenspace. Includes free dinner (for first 400 people), kids' activities, health screenings, outdoor recreation. Contact Amy Sheele at (616) 393-5799 or asheele@miottawa.org. At 1230 Paw Paw Dr, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 10, 5 pm – 8 pm: "Supporting a New Vision for Our Community," interactive discussion and reception to kick off annual Hispanic Festival. Community leaders will share insights on economic development of Rumsey St Development project and the role of Latinos. At Hispanic Center of Western Michigan, 1204 Grandville Ave, SW, Grand Rapids.
Fri, Sept 11, and Sat, Sept 12 (11:30 am - 11:30 pm); Sun, Sept 13, noon to 5 pm. 38th annual Hispanic Festival. Celebrates Latin American heritage with free and diverse stage entertainment, authentic food and beverage options, activities. Includes 3v3 Futsal Tournament beginning at 8 am on Sat & Sun (http://www.latican.com/hispanicfestival3v3 to register teams; play will be on Ottawa Ave courts). http://hispanic-center.org/hispanic-festival/ At Calder Plaza, downtown Grand Rapids.
Mon, Sept 14, 5:30 pm: #RacisminGR Community Conversation. Second of four-part series of dialogues for community members to discuss and reflect on experiences with racism, bias, and inequity in Grand Rapids. Free. RSVP to Partners for a Racism-Free Community at (616) 466-6187 or www.prfc-gr.org. At Inner City Christian Federation (ICCF), 920 Cherry St, SE, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Sept 15, 7 pm (doors open 6:30 pm): A Night of Bilingual Arts. Live sketch comedy, videos, and music in Spanish and English; reception follows. Free. Presented by Alliance for Bilingual Arts in association with Tulipanes Film Festival. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
Thurs, Sept 17, 7 pm: "Peace in the Holy Land is Possible": Presenter: Elias Chacour, retired archbishop of Galilee in the Melkite Greek Catholic Church, Nobel Prize nominee, author of "Blood Brothers." Known for his efforts to promote reconciliation between Arabs and Israelis, Chacour describes himself as a Palestinian-Arab-Christian-Israeli. (616) 994-0187. Sponsored by Kairos West Michigan and others. At St. Francis de Sales Church, 195 West 13th, Holland.
Jobs
Michigan Works: Hiring event Tuesday, Aug 25, between 10 am and 2 pm at 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154. 4 employers (Adecco Group, Holland Special Delivery, Forge Industrial Staffing, Walmart Inc) offering 167 jobs: Machine operators, production/assemblers, forklift operators, local semi drivers, warehouse, van drivers, packaging, sorting/inspection, cashiers, custodians, inventory control/stockers). Bring copy of resume to event.
Holland Sentinel Digital Career Fair, Aug 30 – Sept 3. Features local businesses. http://extra.hollandsentinel.com/careerfair/job.html
Child care worker, full-time, for Cheever Treatment Center; call-in child care worker, part time; corrections officer, full time; deputy sheriff, full time; medical examiner investigator, part time.
Center for Women in Transition: Two positions for on-call shelter assistants. Hours vary; must be available for all shifts, including weekends. High school diploma or equivalent; computer proficiency; sensitive to issues of diversity; provides backup to crisis line volunteers. Send resume and cover letter to Shelter Program Manager, Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut Dr, Holland 49424. Deadline is Fri, Sept 11.
City of Holland: http://www.cityofholland.com/jobs Seasonal landscape laborers, full-time Sept – Dec. $8.50/hr. Mowing, lawn upkeep, planting tulips, fall clean-up. Print application from website and email to hr@cityofholland.com or pick up application in person at City Hall, Human Resources Dept, 270 South River, Holland.
Community Action House: Bilingual case manager, full-time. Bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred but consider equivalent human services experience. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills; knowledge of community resources. Send cover letter and resume to Rachel Ahee, Stabilization Services Supervisor, at rahee@communityactionhouse.org. Deadlne is Wed, Aug 26.
Evergreen Commons: Resource coordinator, Care Services (bilingual Spanish/English a plus); food service personnel, Day Center. www.evergreencommons.org. click on Evergreen and Join Our Team.
Haworth: All shifts available for team members, machine repair, machine operators, material handlers, hilo loaders/unloaders, switcher/shuttle driver; upholsters. www.haworth.com/careers
Holland Charter Township: Full-time openings for building and grounds maintenance assistant; meter reader and maintenance assistant; assistant assessor. www.hct.holland.mi.us
Holland Hospital: Full- and part-time positions. www.hollandhospital.org and click on Careers at top of page.
Holland Public Schools: Before school/noon playground supervisors; food service workers; substitute bus drivers. www.hollandpublicschools.org and go to HR-Jobs link.
Holland Sentinel Digital Career Fair, Aug 30 – Sept 3. Features local businesses. http://extra.hollandsentinel.com/careerfair/job.html
Hope College: www.hope.edu Campus safety, on-call officer; associate director of alumni and family engagement; communication specialist for development & alumni engagement; Emmaus Scholars program, assistant director in residence (17.5/hrs per week in fall and spring semesters; housing provided; deadline is Sept 30).
Staff accountant; behavioral assistants; web application developer.
Ottawa County: Various positions open until filled, including applications specialist II, innovation and technology; district court clerk, part time; legal assistant specialist; victim advocate. www.miottawa.org
Ottawa County Road Commission: CAD technician. Should have education/training equivalent to associate's degree in civil technology, AutoCAD, or related field; two years' of AutoCAD experience or related training in road commission or municipal setting. Applications accepted until position filled. Info and application at www.ottawacorc.com
Pathways, MI: Peer recovery coaches (part-time); associate health analyst internship. For info, plus how to apply, go to: http://pathwaysmi.org/employment-opportunities
Zeeland City: Assessing and Zoning assistant, full-time; custodian, part-time (mostly second shift). Contact City of Zeeland (Human Resources or City Clerk's office), 21 South Elm, Zeeland 49464. Positions open until filled.
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Has "In the Community" helped you learn about multicultural and diversity events this year? ACEH welcomes your support! Member dues help pay for this email and all the other Alliance activities. If you'd like to become a member, the dues are:
$20 a year ($35/two years) for an individual; $30 a year ($50/two years) for a family; $40 for nonprofits; $75 for businesses. Or you can become a service member, and contribute time as a volunteer.
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.
