In the Community: June 20, 2016
A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony:
"Diversity, Unity, and Justice Are at the Heart of ACEH"
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 Please 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. And now you can find us on Twitter at #acehalliance.
Please support ACEH so we can continue to publish this email and our monthly newsletter, and carry out other activities. It's easy to join or make a contribution. Please see the information at the end of this email. Thank you!
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Fri, June 24, 7 pm: Holland PRIDE Film Festival: Film, "Prodigal Sons." Silent auction; pizza, popcorn, drinks for sale. Festival is sponsored by OUT on the Lakeshore, a collaborative of Holland Pride, Holland is Ready, and PFLAG. At Park Theatre, 248 South River, Holland.
Sat, June 25, doors open an hour before each film: Holland PRIDE Film Festival: 11 am, "Matt Shepard is a Friend of Mine"; 3 pm, "La Mission"; 7 pm, "The Imitation Game: Behind Every Code is an Enigma" (doors for this film open at 5:30 pm; dinner from Margaritas available at 6 pm). Silent auction. Sponsored by OUT on the Lakeshore. At Holland Civic Theatre, 50 West 9th St, Holland.
NOTE: Reserve free tickets for the June 24-25 PRIDE films at www.hollandpride.org Click on Films at top of page; click on the poster image of each one you want to see. This will take you to Eventbrite; follow the directions to reserve one or more tickets.
Tues, June 28, noon -1:30 pm: "Building Systems with Equity in Mind." Lunch and Learn series. Panelsits from Westown Collaborative, Habitat for Humanity of Kent County, West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology, "how equity impacts organization strategies and how you engage with those you serve." Organized by Partners for a Racism-Free Community; moderated by interim directgor Faye Richardson-Green. $35. (616) 466-6187; staff@prfc-gr.org. At Rockford Construction, 601 First St SW, Grand Rapids.
Thurs, June 30, 8:30 am to 5 pm, followed by social networking: Young Professionals of Color Conference: "Your Leadership Narrative: Leveraging Your Story," keynote speaker Gyasi Ross, a Blackfeet essayist and writer, poet and speaker, lawyer and activist. Breakout sessions, lunch, more. $75; registration required. info@grblend.org or caitlin.townsend@cascadeng.com or 616.975.4880. At Cascade Engineering visitors parking lot off 44th and Eastern, Grand Rapids.
Thurs, July 7, 7 pm: Documentary, "Selma: The Bridge to the Ballot," the story of courageous young African Americans and their struggle in the South to obtain the right to vote. Free. Hosted by the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH) with TRIO/Upward Bound at Hope College. Discussion, refreshments. At Graves Hall, Hope College, College Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Community Opportunities
The City of Holland has openings for volunteers on two commissions. If you are at least 18 years old and interested in serving, contact the Office of the Mayor at (616) 355-1324. Info and applications are at http://www.cityofholland.com (Click on Government and scroll down to Volunteer Services).
(1) Human Relations Commission (must live within Holland city limits): Consult with/advise city council on equal rights/opportunities/accessibility; promote cultural and social understanding by discouraging/preventing discrimination through awareness and education; conduct studies, investigations; protect equal rights in housing, education, employment, public services.
(2) International Relations Commission (no residency requirement): Promote international and cross-cultural knowledge, awareness, understanding, plan/implement annual Multicultural Festival; facilitate the Sister City relationship.
Jobs
Holland Sentinel employment ads: www.hollandsentinel.jobs
Holland Michigan Works! : Hiring Event Tues, June 21, 10 am -2 pm at 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154. Four employers (Magna Mirrors, Adecco, Walmart, Hope Network) with 62 jobs. Bring copies of resume.
Allegan County: www.allegancounty.org and click on Job Opportunities.
Evergreen Commons: Part-time (20-29 hrs/wk) program assistant for The Day Center; part-time in-home care aide. www.evergreencommons.org Click on Evergreen and Join Our Team.
City of Grand Rapids: www.grcity.us
Grand Rapids Community College: www.grcc.edu/humanresources/jobs
Grand Valley State University: https://gvsu.edu/jobs/htm
Haworth: www.Haworth.com/Careers Assembly (full-, part-time, summer students), machine operators, loader/unloader; material handlers; skilled trades.
Herman Miller, Inc.: www.hermanmiller.com Various open positions. Click on About Us and scroll down to Careers.
Holland Charter Township: www.hct.holland.mi.us Parks and facilities maintenance director.
City of Holland: http://www.cityofholland.com/jobs or pick up application at City Hall, Human Resources Dept, 270 S. River, Holland. Cover letters, resumes to above address or email hr@cityofholland.com
Holland Hospital: Patient access specialist. Financial analyst. www.hollandhospital.org and click on Careers.
Holland Public Schools: www.hollandpublicschools.org
Hope College: www.hope.edu Campus safety officer, on-call, hourly. Upward Bound summer night supervisor.
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District: www.oaisd.org and click on Employment. Secretary/Young Adult Serviceds; classroom aides; special education teachers; speech pathologist
Ottawa County Friend of the Court: Openings also in other county offices. Go to www.miottawa.org, click on Online Services, and scroll down to Employment Opportunities.
Spectrum Health: www.spectrumhealth.org and click on Job Seekers at top of page.
West Ottawa Public Schools: www.westottawa.net/jobs/
Zeeland Public Schools: www.zps.org/jobs
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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, two years); $30 per year for a couple or family ($50, two years); $40 for a nonprofit; and $75 for a business. In lieu of (or in addition to) paying dues, you may join as a service member, volunteering for the group. ACEH is a 501c3 organization.
If you would like to donate to ACEH or its Scholarship Fund, go to www.harmonyalliance.org and click on the Donate button on the first page. ACEH is a 501c3 organization.
