In the Community: December 14, 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
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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Will You Help Support ACEH and "In the Community"?
Does "In the Community" help you find out about diversity and multicultural events in this area? Has it helped your organization publicize programs and activities? That's our goal, and we hope we've reached it for you.
ACEH very much appreciates all of you who are already members. Now, as 2015 draws to a close, we are asking the rest of our readers to support ACEH and its diverse programs, publications, outreach, advocacy, partnerships, networking, and community social events.
It's easy—there are 3 ways to become a member:
--You can join at our website www.harmonyalliance.org through PayPal;
--You can write a check to ACEH, c/o Treasurer Al Minert, Box 3007, Holland, MI 49422-3007;
--Or you can join at any ACEH program or social event.
Dues are $20 per year for an individual ($35 for two years); $30 per year for a couple or family ($50 for two years; $40 annually for a nonprofit; and $75 per year for a business. In lieu of (or in addition to) paying dues, you may join as a service member, contributing volunteer time to the group.
ACEH is a 50l 3 c organization, so donations over the membership amount are deductible from your taxes as allowed by law.
We also award a scholarship each year to a graduating senior in the Upward Bound program. To make a tax-deductible contribution, please send a check to the post office address above, with Scholarship Fund in the memo.
Thank You!
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Tues, Dec 15, 4:30 pm to 6 pm: #RacismGR: Essential Themes and Recommendations for Action. "An opportunity for the community to hear some of the primary themes originating out of four months of community-driven dialogues on racism in Grand Rapids." Partners for a Racism-Free Community (PRFC-GR) will release recommendations on how individuals and institutions can address these concerns "to move the needle on racial equity in Grand Rapids." Free. http://prfc-gr.org or register on EventBrite. At Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Dec 15, 6:30 pm: Art Night benefit for My House Ministry "providing hope, housing, and guidance to women and children in need." Try your hand at a craft, meet neighbors, enjoy fellowship; various local businesses will be there. Contact nancy@myhouseministry.org if you want to attend, so they can have enough craft supplies on hand. At Seedlings, 128 South River Ave, Holland.
Fri, Dec 18, 7 pm (support group, refreshments), 8 pm (program): PFLAG meeting. Presentation by Alex Cicalse of the Michigan Organization on Adolescent Sexual Health and discussion on new initiatives to engage and support Michigan Gay Straight Alliances to serve LGBTQ++ youth in Michigan. Transgender group meets at 6 pm. At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.
Sun, Dec 20, 4:30 pm: 15th Holland Community Kwanzaa Celebration: "The Year of Yes." Event will include traditional Kwanzaa presentations plus a diverse panel of participants and guests. Scholarship funds will be raised to assist two area African American high school graduates. (616) 392-1711. Email 427mam@gmail.com. At Maple Avenue Ministries, 427 Maple Ave, Holland.
Wed, Jan 6, 2016, 12:30 pm: Calvin College January Series opens: "Harvesting Hope and Cultivating Minds: Stories from the South Bronx," with educator Stephen Ritz, a Top Ten Finalist for the Global Teacher Prize, who believes "students should not have to leave their community to live, learn, and earn in a better one." He works on embedding concepts of sustainability, food, energy, and environmental justice into K-12 programming and beyond. www.calvin.edu/january At Calvin College Fine Arts Center, 3201 Burton SE, Grand Rapids. In Holland, shown live-stream at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Rd.
Mon, Jan 18, 2016, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm: Soul Food Fest. Hosted by Office of Multicultural Education and Hope College Dining Services. $6 for community members. At Phelps Dining Hall, 10th St and Columbia Ave, Holland.
Mon, Jan 18, 2016, 7 pm: Annual Martin Luther King Jr., Civil Rights Lecture. Keynote speaker is Hope College graduate David A. Paul. His lecture, "Dare to be BOLD," will examine King's early life and career and "what causes a man to aggressively fight against injustice." A particular focus will be Dr. King's courage to lead despite continuous and real threats to his life. At Dimnent Memorial Chapel, College Ave at 12th St, Holland.
Exhibit
"Common Ground: African American Art"; open through March 20: Sculptures, paintings, and works on paper by more than 60 artists, divided into 5 thematic areas: Gaining Access, New Self-Awareness, Political and Social Expressions, Examining Identities, and Towards Abstraction. Includes works from the Flint Institute of Arts, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, and Muskegon Art Museum. www.muskegonartmuseum.org At Muskegon Art Museum, 296 West Webster Ave, Muskegon.
Community Opportunities
Asian Americans Will be Featured in Story Collections. Beginning January 6 (also Jan 16, 20, 22, and 25) interested Asian Americans in the community can volunteer to share their story and be photographed at Herrick District Library. No appointments necessary. Collection will be celebrated at a community reception in May during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. (616) 355-3100 or www.herrickdl.org
Looking Ahead
Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH), Friday, Feb. 5, 5 pm: "A Heart to Heart Community Celebration" potluck and cultural sharing party with music, activities, delicious food, more. (616) 886-4758 or (616) 396-2201. At First United Methodist Church, 57 West 10th St, Holland.
Korean New Year Celebration: Saturday, Feb 6, 2 pm: Includes Chicago Korean Dancing Company, Korean Taekwondo Team, Maciek's Magic Show. Hosted by the Holland Korean Church. Contact Dr. John Kim at johnkimsma@gmail.com or (616) 795-8047 or 392-2635. At Park Christian Reformed Church, 1496 West 32nd St, Holland.
Jobs
Holland Michigan Works: Hiring event Tues, Dec 15, 10 am to 2 pm at 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154. 40 jobs by 3 employers: Dean Transportation, Dialog Direct, and LaJoy Group. Includes CDL B school bus driver with P and S endorsement, customer service advisors, non-licensed healthcare advisors, and bread/grocery merchandisers. Bring several copies of resume.
Allegan County: www.allegancounty.org and click on Job Opportunities. Senior legal secretary, position open until filled; corrections officer, full time.
Allegan County Community Mental Health: Community-based program supervisor. Master's degree in social work; LMSW; five years' clinical and diagnostic experience. www.accmhs.org
Chemical Bank: Branch-bank teller, full time; experienced preferred. For info and to apply: www.chemicalbankmi.com
City of Holland: For info on requirements, responsibilities, go to http://www.cityofholland.com/jobs or pick up application at City Hall, Human Resources Dept, 270 S. River, Holland.
Evergreen Commons: In-home care aide; housekeeper, part-time (13-15 hrs/wk, 5 pm-7:30 pm M-F). accounting assistant, part-time (18-20 hrs/wk); program assistant, part-time. Go to www.evergreencommons.org. click on Evergreen at top of page and Join Our Team.
Grand Valley State University: https://gvsu.edu/jobs/htm Various open positions.
Haworth, Inc.: www.Haworth.com/Careers Various open positions.
Herman Miller, Inc.: www.hermanmiller.com Various open positions. Click on About Us and scroll down to Careers.
Holland Board of Water and Light: Water reclamation facility operator; pollution control technician. www.hollandbpw.com
Holland Hospital: Full- and part-time positions. www.hollandhospital.org and click on Careers.
Hope College: www.hope.edu Full-time first- and second-shift custodians; campus safety on-call officer, part-time; staff counselors in Counseling and Psychological Services (part-time and full-time).
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District: Technology field support specialist; teacher assistant; parent educator; classroom aide for students with special needs; behavioral assistant (temporary, 1 year); administrative support-technology; custodian; payroll coordinator/specialist. www.oaisd.org and click on Employment.
Ottawa County Friend of the Court: Account specialist; custody investigator; data processing specialist. Positions open until filled. Openings also in other county offices. Go to www.miottawa.org, click on Online Services, and scroll down to Employment Opportunities.
Salvation Army: Receptionist for Grand Rapids office; must speak Spanish. www.sasocialservices.org
Zeeland Public Schools: www.zps.org/jobs
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