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In the Community: August 7, 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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Sat, Aug 13, 3 pm: Community Unconferenced Dialogue to discuss recent killings of African Americans in the U.S.; other issues. Panelists will include Esther Fifelski, Holland Human Relations Commission director; Sgt. Larry Matzen, Holland community policing unit supervisor; Pastor Denise Kingdom-Grier of Maple Avenue Ministries; attorney Abe Gonzalez; and educator Lindsay Cherry. Breakout sessions for group discussions; bring stories and concerns. Open to the public; everyone is welcome. Hosted by the African American Awareness & Development Organization (AAADO). At Herrick District Library auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.
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Sun, August 14, 1 pm to 4 pm: 18th annual Potluck in the Park hosted by the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH) to celebrate the diversity of our community. Bring a dish to share from your culture, and a lawn chair or blanket for extra seating. ACEH provides beverages and table service.
Come enjoy music, activities for all ages, pie-eating contest, musical tiles, balloons, face painting, arts and crafts, prizes, and more. Invite family, neighbors, friends, co-workers, people who are new to West Michigan. Everyone is welcome! Info at 396-3751 or www.harmonyalliance.org
At Dunton Park: North on River Ave, across the Unity Bridge, then west on Douglas/Ottawa Beach Rd, Holland, then turn left to Howard Ave, and turn right to the park. The Potluck will be in the large pavilion. www.harmonyalliance.org
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Thurs, Aug 18, 6 pm: Holland Human Relations Commission meeting. Open to the public. At Holland City Hall, 2nd floor Training Room, 270 South River Ave, Holland.
Sat, Aug 20, noon to 4 pm: Fundraiser to benefit My House Ministry for women/children. Homestyle ribs "with the sides you love" by Maggie Hollis. Order discount tickets at www.ribsdowntheblock.eventbrite.com At Lawrence Park Pavilion, West Lawrence Ave, Zeeland (next to City on a Hill). NOTE: August 20 is the correct date.
Tues, Sept 6, 4 pm: Holland Police Community Relations Board meeting. Open to the public. At Holland Police Department Conference Room, 89 West 8th St, Holland.
Community Opportunity
Citizen's Police Academy, Sept 12 – Nov 21, Monday evenings 6 pm to 9 pm: Free, open to people age 17 and older who live or work in the greater Holland area; must have no serious criminal record. In an effort to educate the public about police policies and procedures, the Academy seeks "to dispel myths, suspicions, and misconceptions about law enforcement in Holland." Class size is about 40 people. Managed by Community Policing Unit, with presentations that include OWI (operating while impaired) investigations; tours of department, county jail, and 911 Center; probation programs; K-9 unit; narcotics enforcement; use of force; domestic violence law; gang and anti-drug enforcement; judicial syste;, traffic and patrol procedures; city ordinances and state laws; ride-a-long with an officer for a shift; firearms use and training. Application forms available in the lobby of the HDPS (89 West 8th St, Holland) or online.
Jobs and Job Fairs
Holland Sentinel employment ads: www.hollandsentinel.jobs
Michigan Works! : Grand Haven Hiring Event Tues, Aug 9, 10 am -2 pm at St. Patrick's/St. Anthony's Family Center, 920 Fulton St, Grand Haven. 20 employers offering 459 jobs. (616) 396-2154. Bring copies of resume.
Allegan County: www.allegancounty.org and click on Job Opportunities. Executive director of finance.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Holland: Front desk registrar for South Side Teen Center; part-time, full-year (up to 25 hrs/wk). 2:30 – 8 pm during school year, 11 am – 4 pm in summer. Send resume and cover letter to Sara Dekker at sdekker@bgch.org or mail to 435 Van Raalte Ave, Holland 49423. 392-4102 for more information.
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 Web project coordinator; custodian
Haworth: www.Haworth.com/Careers Positions available for all shifts.
Herman Miller, Inc.: www.hermanmiller.com Various open positions. Click on About Us and scroll down to Careers.
Holland Board of Public Works: Operations professional for Water Reclamation Facility. Apply at hollandbpw.com
Holland Charter Township: www.hct.holland.mi.us Parks and facilities maintenance director.
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 Tech Lab/desk assistant, part-time, hourly. Deadline is August 19.
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District: www.oaisd.org and click on Employment. Manufacturing support aide; dental careers paraprofessional; healthcare foundations instructor; social worker.
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/
WOOD-TV: Part-time overnight editor/photographer for 24 Hour News 8; assignment editor. Apply at www.woodtv.com/careers
City of Zeeland: Clean Water Plant Supervisor (deadline August 12).
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.
