Sunday, January 03, 2016
In the Community from ACEH January 4, 2016
In the Community: January 4, 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.
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Will You Help Support ACEH and "In the Community"?
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.
If you are already a member—and many of you are—your support and your commitment to an inclusive, welcoming community of justice and equality is very much appreciated.
Thank You!
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Wed, Jan 6, 2016, 12:30 pm: Calvin College January Series: "Harvesting Hope and Cultivating Minds: Stories from the South Bronx." Educator Stephen Ritz, a Top Ten Finalist for Global Teacher Prize, believes "students should not have to leave their community to live, learn, and earn in a better one." He embeds concepts of sustainability, food, energy, and environmental justice into K-12 programming, beyond. www.calvin.edu/january At Calvin College Fine Arts Center, 3201 Burton SE, Grand Rapids. In Holland, live-stream at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Rd.
Tues, Jan 12, 4 pm: Film, "Loving Our Home, Syria, Forever," by renowned Japanese film maker Saori Fujii; "based on interviews with Syrians who have fled their home for other countries; examines hardships faced by Syrian refugees while reminding viewers of the beauty, culture, and history of Syria." Presented by Dr. Megumi Hirayama, visiting exchange professor from Mejii Gakuin University, Japan. Event opens up the Critical Issues Symposium for spring 2016: "Engaging the Middle East: Understanding Contemporary Changes." More CIS info at http://www.hope.edu/cis/ At Fried- Hemenway Auditorium, Martha Miller Center, Columbia Ave at 10th St, Holland.
Thurs, Jan 14, 4:30 pm: Lecture, "Syrian Voices of the Unheard," by visiting exchange professor Dr. Megumi Hirayama of Mejii Gakuin University, Japan. She has been employed by the United Nations, World Health Organization, and other international organizations. At Fried-Hemenway Auditorium, Martha Miller Center, Columbia Ave at 10th St, Holland.
Thurs, Jan 14, 7 pm: Intriguing Conversation Series: "Batey 106: Sugar + Migrant Workers + The Value of Education." Join members of Saugatuck High School Interact Club "for a timely conversation about immigration, migrant workers, and education." Free. (269) 857-2399; www.sc4a.org At Saugatuck Center for the Arts, 400 Culver St, Saugatuck.
Mon, Jan 18, 2 pm to 5 pm: Documentary films: "Black History: A Retrospective," followed by panel discussion. MLK Day of Service hosted by African American Awareness and Development Organization (AAADO). Refreshments. At Herrick District Library auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.
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 Opportunity
Asian Americans Will be Featured in Story Collections. Beginning Wednesday, 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, silent auction, more. Everyone is welcome! Invite friends, neighbors, co-workers. (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, Jan 5, 10 am to 2 pm at 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154. 1 employer (Dialog Direct) recruiting for 25 customer service advisors. Bring several 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.
Allegan County Community Mental Health: (1) Community-based program supervisor. Master's degree in social work; LMSW; five years' clinical and diagnostic experience. (2) Wraparound facilitator for children with serious emotional disturbances. Bachelor's degree in social work Deadline is Jan 8. www.accmhs.org
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.
Chemical Bank: Branch-bank teller, full time; experienced preferred. For info and to apply: www.chemicalbankmi.com
City of Holland: Project engineer. http://www.cityofholland.com/jobs or pick up application at City Hall, Human Resources Dept, 270 S. River, Holland. Deadline is Jan 8. Other: Mechanic assistant, police cadet, reserve police officer, TV & broadcasting internships.
City of Hudsonville: Accounts payable/receivable clerk, full-time, benefits. Info and application at www.hudsonville.org Deadline is Jan 15.
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.
Freedom Village: Maintenance technician; servers; RN/LPN/CNA; personalized living technician; housekeeper. (616) 820-7483; email boonk@brookdale.com; www.brookdale.com or apply in person at 145 Columbia Ave, Holland.
Grand Haven Board of Light & Power: Engineering technician; instrument technician. www.ghblp.org Deadline is Jan 11.
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.
Herrick District Library: Graphic designer/library aide, part-time (20 hrs/wk). http://www.herrickdl.org/content/jobs-hdl Deadline Jan 11 for early consideration, but position open until filled.
Holland Board of Water and Light: Water reclamation facility operator; pollution control technician. www.hollandbpw.com
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.
Johnson Controls, Lakewood Facility: Full-time manufacturing positions, 2nd and 3rd shift; benefits. Must be at least 18; high school diploma or GED. Apply at 205 Douglas Ave, 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. 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. Data and program assistant. Internships. AmeriCorps positions. www.sasocialservices.org
Zeeland Public Schools: www.zps.org/jobs
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