In the Community: October 26, 2015
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
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Mon, Oct 26, 7 pm: Town Hall meeting about redistricting, hosted by League of Women Voters of the Holland Area. Presentation/discussion about how district lines are drawn for legislative elections, the impact of gerrymandering, and possible alternatives. At Holland City Hall Council Chambers, 270 South River, Holland.
Wed, Nov 4, 4 pm to 8 pm: Eat Bread to Raise Dough: Fundraiser for Hope College TRIO Upward Bound. Panera Bread will donate a percentage of its sales during the event. Must present event flyer, which you can obtain by calling 395-7745 or asking for one to be sent to you via email; can also pick up at Upward Bound office in Graves Hall, Hope College. At Panera Bread, 3067 West Shore Dr, Holland.
Thurs, Nov 5, 6 pm to 8 pm: Share Your Voice/Comparte Tu Voz: Community Visioning for City of Holland Master Plan. Dinner provided, all ages welcome. Participants will work together to identify assets and issues in the community in a relaxed, informal setting to help the City of Holland's Master Plan reflect the diverse perspectives of residents. [Se proveerá cena. Todas las edades son bienvenidas. Los participantes trabajarán juntos para identificar las buenas cualidades y los problemas de la comunidad; esta información se recoge con el fin de ayudar a que el Plan Maesstro de la Cuidad de Holland refleje las diversas perspectivas de los residentes.] www.resilientmichigan.org/holland At St. Franics de Sales Parish, 13th and Maple, Holland.
Sat, Nov 7, 9 am-5 pm: 20th Annual Kalamazoo Russian Festival. Musical and dance performances, children's activities, art gallery, lectures by Russian scholars, Russian marketplace with crafts and packaged foods for sale. Adults $10, students $8, children 12 and under, $3, family pass $25. Hosted by Kalamazoo Russian Cultural Association (see on Facebook). At Western Michigan University Fetzer Center, 2350 Business Court, Kalamazoo.
The Big Read Events
The Big Read is a program of the National Endowmen for the Arts, "designed to revitalize the role of reading in American culture; it supports organizations across the country in developing community-wide programs that encourage reading and participation by diverse audiences." In Holland, this year's Big Read is the "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien, about the Vietnam War, those who were part of it, and what happened in their lives. Hope College, Herrick District Library, and others have organized events around the book, as follows:
--Mon, Nov 2, 7 pm: "The Legacy of Their Burdens," a presentation by Dr. Fred L. Johnson, associate professor of history at Hope College and a former Marine infantry officer. (50 free copies of the book will be available at this event.) At Maas Auditorium, Hope College, Columbia Ave at 11th St, Holland.
--Tues, Nov 3, 7 pm: "Tuesday Tucks Me In," by fomer U.S. Army captain and best-selling author Luis Carlos Montalvan, accompanied by Tuesday, his Golden Retriever service dog. Montalvan will present his acclaimed children's book "Tuesday Tucks Me In," in an interactive, read-a-long program. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.
--Tues, Nov 10, 7:30 pm: "A Musical Journey to Vietnam with Van-Anh Vo," Emmy Award-winning artist in a program of traditional music from North, Central, and South Vietnam; arrangements of Western contemporary music for Vietnamese instruments; and her original compositions. In collaboration with Hope College jazz students and faculty. At St. Francis de Sales Parish, 13th St and Maple Ave, Holland.
--Wed, Nov 11, 7 pm: "Veteran's Day Memorial at The Commons of Evergreen." Holland Area Veterans Council presents its annual program, featuring the Holland American Legion Band. The Michigan Vietnam Wall memorial will be on display, beginning at 4 pm. At The Commons of Evergreen, 480 State St, Holland.
--Fri, Nov 13, 7 pm: "The Stories We Choose to Tell: How Do They Shape Us?" Exhibition of works by local middle and high school students, using O'Brien's book as a source of reference, reflection, and inspiration. Includes videography, photography, text, and audio recordings.
---7:30 pm: Discussion of O'Brien's book, hosted by the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH); open to all. Exhibit and discussion both at Holland Armory, 9th St between River and Central, Holland.
--Mon, Nov 16, 7 pm: "Moral Injury after War." Examine the hidden wounds of war with Chaplain Col. Herman Keizer, Jr, U.S. Army retired. A look at the history of this wound of war; learn how religious communities can become partners in the healing of moral injury. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.
--Tues, Nov 17, 7 pm: "Give Back to Veterans Play Group." Family-oriented event includes reading a book, taking part in a craft, learning about things soldiers carried, and supporting vets through a service project with A Million Thanks and another local group benefiting vets. At Herrick District Library, 300 South River, Holland.
--Thurs, Nov 19, 7 pm: Author Tim O'Brien: The Things They Carried. O'Brien speaks candidly about war and loss in a presentation about his book. At The Commons of Evergreen, 480 State St, Holland.
Herrick District Library has multiple copies of "The Things They Carried" available for check out.
Free books will be distributed to the first 50 people at Herrick District Library on Saturday, Oct. 31, beginning at 9:00 am.
Free books will be distributed to the first 50 people in attendance at the Nov. 2 7:00 pm event in Maas Auditorium at Hope College featuring Dr. Fred Johnson.
Readers World (8th St at River Ave) has the book available for sale at a 20% discount
Four book group to-go bags are available for reservation and check-out at Herrick District Library http://herrickdl.org/books_magazines
Exhibit
Native Makers, through Nov. 7: Art forms: baskets, pottery, fiber art, wood carvings, by members of Gun Lake Tribe of Pottawatomi Indians; photos taken at Sweet Grass Moon pow wow in 2015. www.sc4a.org or (269) 857-2399. At Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St, Saugatuck.
Jobs and Job Fairs
Holland Michigan Works: Hiring event Tues, Oct 27, 10 am to 2 pm at 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154. 80 jobs offered by 5 employers (LG Chem, Meijer, Enviro-Clean, Arby's Restaurant Group, Blu Perspective): Technical operators, dairy production team, maintenance mechanic, cleaners, floor techs, restaurant team members and managers, light assembly, quality associates, machine operators. Bring several copies of resume.
Haworth: Job Fair, Tues, Oct 27, 3 pm to 6 pm. Apply, test, interview, receive offer. All shifts available for assembly, machine repair, machine operators, material handlers, loaders/unloaders, switcher/shuttle driver. Bring resume and photo ID. At One Haworth Center, Holland.
City of Holland: Account clerk-cashier, full-time; electrical inspector, full-time. Deadline for each is Mon, Nov 9. For info on requirements and responsibilities, go to http://www.cityofholland.com/jobs or pick up application at City Hall, Human Resources Dept, 270 S. River, Holland.
Evergreen Commons: Facilities manager, part-time (13-15 hrs/wk, 5 pm-7:30 pm M-F). High school diploma, 3 years' cleaning experience in a commercial setting preferred; ability to lift up to 50 lbs, pass pre-employment physical exam and drug test, no criminal background. Collect, dispose of trash and recycling, clean restrooms, entry areas, kitchen, more. www.evergreencommons.org. click on Evergreen and Join Our Team.
Herman Miller: Full-time manufacturing and skilled positions. www.hermanmiller.com/careers
Holland Hospital: Full- and part-time positions. www.hollandhospital.org and click on Careers.
Holland Public Schools: www.hollandpublicschools.org and go to HR-Jobs link.
Hope College: www.hope.edu Wellness program director, part-time; physician assistant/nurse practitioner, part-time; campus safety officer, full-time. Deadline for these 3 positions is Fri, Oct 30. Director of campus safety, full-time; deadline is Wed, Nov 4.
Legal Aid of West Michigan: Legal secretary, 30/wk, experienced. Salary dependent on experience; liberal fringe benefits and vacation. Position is in Holland office. Able to type 60 wpm, transcribe with accuracy; various clerical responsibilities. Applicants will be tested. Send resume to Legal Aid of Western Michigan, attn Juan Salazar, 89 Ionia Ave NW, Suite 400, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District: www.oaisd.org and click on Employment.
Zeeland Public Schools: www.zps.org/jobs
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