In the Community: January 22, 2017
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 work together 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 info and links to multicultural, race, and justice topics. Find us on Twitter at #acehalliance.
You tell us often that you like these weekly emails because they help you find out what's happening around diversity, race, justice, and inclusion issues in this area. We know you attend events or sign up for workshops and classes because you've read about them here. We're glad to partner with local organizations to publicize what they are doing. People have told us they appreciate the job leads. Many of you are already members and contributors to ACEH, and we appreciate you!
In 2017, we hope more of you will support what we do in West Michigan. Please consider stepping up to become a member of ACEH and help us continue publishing "In the Community" and our monthly Newsletter, hosting community events, and funding a local scholarship. Join us for the first time or renew your membership. It's easy, and it's not expensive. We believe you will feel great about being part of this long-time, friendly, and inclusive group! Here's how:
--You can join at our website http://www.harmonyalliance.org/ via PayPal;
--Or 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.
Thank you!
The ACEH Board of Directors: C.J. Kingdom-Grier, Belinda Coronado, Al Minert, Eleanor Lopez, Bobbie Brown, H Bin Lim, Lori Shaw, Viola Jackson, Kim Ludwig
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Through Tues, Jan 24: Calvin College January Series of speakers on variety of topics: slavery, peace, gender, technology, religion, more. Free. www.calvin.edu/january-series for schedule, speakers, and subjects. Available to view on screen at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Rd, Holland.
Wed, Jan 25, 11 am – 1 pm: "Coffee with a Cop." Meet local police officers and engage in conversation with them over coffee; an opportunity for the officers and community members to get to know each other. Hosted by Herrick District Library. At the library, 300 South River, Holland.
Friday, Jan 27, 6 pm to 8 pm: "Be the Bridge" launch with Latasha Morrison and panelists. Event to encourage racial unity and to welcome "diversity and healing into our communities." Light dinner and child care provided. Limited seating. To attend, you must RSVP by January 24 at www.bethebridgeottawa.weebly.com At Ridge Point Community Church, 340 104th Ave, Holland.
Sun, Jan 29, 9:40 am: Taking Root Ministries. Presentation by Joel Westmaas on the organization's training and transformation ministry, using residential construction "as a vehicle for both new skills and new lives." Part of the Reconciliation Adult Education Series; open to everyone. At Hope Church RCA, 77 West 11th St, Holland.
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It's a Celebration! And You are Invited!
Sat, Feb 4, 2017, 5 pm to 8:30 pm: Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony Annual Heart 2 Heart Community Celebration.
It's a Potluck and Cultural Sharing Party; everyone is welcome. Please bring a dish to share from your family's heritage and a non-perishable item for a local food bank. Music, performances, family activities, fabulous food, fun, fellowship. Plus there will be a silent auction of great goods and services: everything from restaurant gift cards to theater and concert tickets, gift baskets, a 3-day stay in a Las Vegas condo, and much more!
Questions? Call 396-2201 or email aceh@harmonyalliance.org At First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 57 West 10th St, Holland. Venue is accessible.
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Community Opportunities
Kids Talk Justice! Local author Lisa Van Engen is looking for youth ages 3 to 18 to be part of a book she's under contract to write, about kids and justice issues. Their answers to short surveys will be included as sidebars in the book. Lisa has led summer playgroups on justice topics and offered an activity at an ACEH summer Potluck in the Park. Email her at lisavanengen@gmail.com or call (616) 283-0036 for a copy of the PDF (one for elementary students and teens and one for young kids). She would like surveys returned by Feb. 1.
Restorative Circle Facilitator Training, Feb 2 and 3, 9 am to 4 pm: Learn how to communicate and collaborate during times of conflict or different points of view; develop skills to put into practice in informal ways and also learn how to facilitate a formal restorative circle as well. $150 (financial assistance may be available if needed). For information and to register, go to https://hrcircles.wordpress.com/ or call (616) 392-7947. At Hope Church RCA, 77 West 11th St, Holland
Scholarships
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area awards $575,000 in scholarships each year for students to attend schools of higher education. It manages more than 85 different funds, awarding more than 230 scholarships. Each has unique criteria. Unless noted otherwise, students must use the Foundation's general online scholarship application, which is due at 5 pm on March 1. To access the application or for more information, go to http://www.cfhz.org/Scholarships
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Jobs
Holland Sentinel employment ads: www.hollandsentinel.jobs
Michigan Works! : Tues, Jan 24, 10 am -2 pm at 121 Clover St, Holland. (616) 396-2154. Two employers (Express Employment Professionals and Tyson Foods) offering 74 jobs. Bring copies of resume.
Allegan County: www.allegancounty.org and click on Job Opportunities for info and application forms.
Center for Women in Transition: www.cwitmi.org
Downtown Market, Grand Rapids: Variety of jobs and internships. www.downtownmarketgr.com/be-a-part/work
City of Grand Rapids: Planning supervisor; police recruit; traffic system engineer; transportation planning supervisor. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/grandrapids
General website for City of Grand Rapids jobs: www.grcity.us
Gentex: Production team members. Skilled trade technicians. Various entry-level/experienced engineers. www.gentex.com/careers
Grand Rapids Community College: Support professional, instructional support. www.grcc.edu/humanresources/jobs
Grand Valley State University: https://gvsu.edu/jobs/htm Business consultant – Michigan's Small Business Development Center.
Haworth: www.Haworth.com/Careers Positions available for all shifts.
Herman Miller, Inc.: www.hermanmiller.com Click on About Us and scroll down to Careers.
Herrick District Library: Graphic designer, 20 hrs/wk; position open until filled. http://bit.ly/HDLjobs
Holland Charter Township: www.hct.holland.mi.us Meter reader & maintenance assistant, full-time. Parks and facilities maintenance director.
Holland Deacons' Conference: Group home supervisors, full-time. Two positions. Request application packet at (616) 494-6050, email admin@hdccrc.org or visit www.hdccrc.org/jobs Deadline Jan. 31.
Holland Hospital: www.hollandhospital.org and click on Careers.
Holland Public Schools. www.hollandpublicschools.org Maintenance, food service, bus drivers, instructional assistants. Substitute positions: teachers, secretaries, classroom assistants, before school/lunch playground supervisors.
Hope College: www.hope.edu/jobs Production coordinator for Print and Mail Services, full-time, hourly; deadline to apply: Jan. 27. Events and Conferences office manager, full-time, hourly; deadline Feb. 2. Data and systems analyst, full-time; deadline Feb 28.
Kraft Heinz Co.: www.kraftheinzcompany.com/careers-apply.html Maintenance supervisor; production manager; training coordinator lead.
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District: www.oaisd.org and click on Employment
Ottawa County: Go to www.miottawa.org, click on Online Services, and scroll down to Employment Opportunities for information and application forms for a variety of job openings.
Pathways, MI: www.arborcircle.org Foster care supervisor of foster care workers in Ottawa and Muskegon counties. Child welfare foster home licensor, Muskegon county. Deadline to apply is Feb 15. Go to website for info on requirements and responsibilities. For both openings, email resumes and cover letters to avenard@pathwaysmi.org
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
