In the Community: January 25, 2016
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.
Interested in becoming a member? Your support helps us continue to publish "In the Community" and carry out other activities. Please see info at the end of this email.
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NOTE: Monday, Feb 8, is the deadline for registering to vote in Michigan's presidential primary, which will take place Tuesday, March 8. For additional information, on voting requirements and restrictions, please go to www.lwvholland.org
The League of Women Voters of Holland has compiled nonpartisan answers to many frequently asked questions about voting, including absentee voting.
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Mon, Jan 25 (3 pm-5 pm): Asian and Asian Pacific Island residents, and Asian and Asian Pacific Island Americans, are invited to share their stories and be photographed at this free story collection event. Trained facilitators available to help story-tellers; participants receive a copy of their recorded story and a professional photograph. For information, call (616) 355-3721 or email reference@herrickdl.org At Herrick District Library, 300 South River Ave, Holland.
Tues, Jan 26, 6:30 pm: Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland: Youth of the Year Event. Celebrate 2016 Youth of the Year nominees as the present their life and Club journey. Refreshments. At Midtown Center, 96 West 15th St (also entrance on 16th St), Holland.
Tues, Jan 26, 6:30 pm: "Beyond Hate and Fear: Immigration and the Refugee Crisis in America." Panelists Rana Elmir, Rubén Martinez, Richard Kessler, and Liz Balck will discuss "ensuring that due process and equal protection under the Constitution are guaranteed to every person, regardless of immigration status." Hosted by ACLU of Michigan. At Loosemore Auditorium, GVSU downtown campus, West 401 Fulton St, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Jan 26, 7:30 pm: Concert: Chamber Orchestra of the Reformed University of Barranquilla, Colombia. Part of the group's U.S. tour: "Music Among Friends." Free. At Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts, 221 Columbia Ave, Holland.
Thurs, Jan 28, noon: January Lunch and Learn, sponsored by Partners for a Racism-Free Community. Understanding the Fundamentals of Racism includes "defining what racism is, examining the language of racism, and looking at the ways it exists at institutional and individual levels; will include strategies to discuss instances of racism in the workplace, at home, or in the community. $37.74. Register at www.prfc-gr.org/events or call (616) 466-6187. At Heart of West MI United Way, 118 Commerce Ave, SW, Grand Rapids.
Sat, Jan 30, 9 am to 3 pm: Human Trafficking Community Conference. Presentations and breakout session options (education, faith, medical, law enforcement) "to bring awareness and education to the growing issue of human trafficking. Organized by Ottawa Allegan County Human Trafficking Task Force; ottawaalleganhttf@gmail.com Free; includes lunch. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com At Central Wesleyan Church, 446 West 40th, Holland. Enter at Door "D."
Community Opportunity
Restorative Circles Facilitator Training, Feb 4 and 5, 9 am to 4 pm: Learn how to communicate during times of conflict or around different points of view, in communities, families, workplaces, congregations. Gain skills that can be put in practice immediately in informal ways and also learn how to facilitate a formal restorative circle. For info and to register: https://hrcircles.wordpress.com/ or call Hope Church, (616) 392-7947. At Hope Church RCA, 77 West 11th St, Holland.
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, silent auction, more. Everyone is welcome! Please plan to bring a dish from your cultural heritage and a nonperishable food item for a local food bank. ACEH provides beverages and table service. (616) 886-4758 or (616) 396-2201. At First United Methodist Church, 57 West 10th St, Holland.
We are looking for additional items for the silent auction: business/restaurant gift cards, hosts for a dinner in your home (or to cook in someone else's home), craft and art items, etc. Please contact Al Minert at 396-3751 or apminerthm@att.net
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, Jan 26, 10 am -2 pm at 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154. 60 positions at 5 employers (Haworth, Pioneer Resources, Advanced Architectural Products, Integrated Fabric Resources, Blu Perspective). Bring copies of resume.
Allegan County: Call-in child care worker, part-time; corrections officer; deputy sheriff; personal health services manager; senior legal secretary; social worker, part-time. www.allegancounty.org and click on Job Opportunities.
Center for Women in Transition: Crisis intervention advocate, full-time. Bachelor's degree in social work, criminal justice, or related field; bilingual English/Spanish highly desired. Info at www.cwitmi.org, Click on About CWIT and scroll down to Job Opportunities. Also on-call shelter assistants, volunteer and intern positions including intern for Girls on the Run.
City of Holland: Executive assistant I, full-time. Deadline is Fri, Feb 5.
Project engineer. http://www.cityofholland.com/jobs or pick up application at City Hall, Human Resources Dept, 270 S. River, Holland. Other: Mechanic assistant, police cadet, reserve police officer, TV & broadcasting internships. Send cover letters, resumes to above address or email hr@cityofholland.com
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) Go to www.evergreencommons.org. click on Evergreen at top of page and Join Our Team.
Grand Rapids Community College: Adjunct faculty positions; police lieutenant; support professional for distance learning. www.grcc.edu/humanresources/jobs
Grand Rapids Downtown Market: Various openings in the shops and restaurants. www.downtownmarketgr.com/be-a-part/work
Grand Valley State University: Full-time custodians, and various other positions. https://gvsu.edu/jobs/htm
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 Charter Township: Administrative assistant for Department of Public Works (part-time, 20 hr/wk). www.hct.holland.mi.us
Holland Hospital: Full- and part-time positions. www.hollandhospital.org and click on Careers.
Hope College: www.hope.edu Staff counselors in Counseling and Psychological Services (part-time and full-time); STEM resident advisor.
Nature's Market: Cashier, including stocking and packing product. 30/hrs wk, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat.
Applications available at the store's information desk, 1013 South Washington, Holland.
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District: Career- and work-based learning coordinator; intervenor for student with visual/hearing impairments; manufacturing support aide; paraprofessional-graphic design; early literary coach. 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.
West Ottawa Public Schools: www.westottawa.net/jobs/
Zeeland Public Schools: www.zps.org/jobs
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--You can join at our website www.harmonyalliance.org through PayPal;
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