In the Community: February 24, 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. Come join us as a member-see information at the end of this email.
Sat, Feb 25, 6 pm to 8 pm: International Food Fair. Foods prepared by Hope College international students; tables of food samples will also feature displays about the cuisine and the country's culture. $5 for five tickets, additional tickets 50 cents; most foods cost one or two tickets. Funds raised will help install a water filter in a village near Holland's sister city, Querétaro, Mexico. At Maas Center, Columbia Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Mon, Feb 27, 10 am to noon: Immigrant Rights Presentation, with attorneys Susan Reed of the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center and Sarah Yore-Van Oosterhout of Lighthouse Immigration Advocates, and Martha Gonzalez-Cortes, community relations director of the Michigan Department of Civil Rights. Organized by LEDA and Allies Immigration Policy Group. At St. Francis de Sales Church, lower level multipurpose room, 13th St and Maple Ave, Holland.
Tues, Feb 28, 6 pm: Nuestra Comunidad Hispana opening reception. An exhibit of over 50 stories and photographs of Holland-area Latino/a residents; includes stories from first- , second- , and third-generation individuals from several countries. Free, open to the public. Developed by partnership of LAUP, Herrick District Library, GVSU, the city of Holland, and the Holland Museum. At Herrick District Library auditorium, 300 S. River, Holland.
Tues, Feb 28, 6:30 pm: PBS documentary: "Black America Since MLK: And Still I Rise." Screening and community conversation, hosted by LEDA and WGVU Engage Inclusion. At Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven.
Tues, March 2, 7 pm: Documentary: "Inside Islam: What a Billion Muslims Really Think." Explores opinions of Muslims around the world on such issues as gender justice, terrorism, and democracy as reflected in interviews with residents in 35 predominantly Muslim nations as well as smaller populations in Europe and the U.S. Discussion led by Dr. Nazir Harb Michel of Georgetown University's Bridge Initiative on the study of Islamophobia. At Hope College Winants Auditorium, Graves Hall, College Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Thurs, March 2, 7 pm: Documentary "The EÑYE Experience." "Explores experience of first-generation, American-born Latin@s living in the U.S., believing that their existence between two cultures is distinctive." Followed by discussion with the filmmakers and Latino/a leaders from Ottawa County. Space is limited; reserve at http://tinyurl.com/EnyeTriCities Organized by El Corazón Latino Ministry at St. Johns Episcopal Church in collaboration with LEDA. At Loutit District Library, 407 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven.
Fri, March 3, 4 pm: Keynote address "Terrorism, Islamophobia, and a Billion Muslims Caught in the Middle: Reflections on Islam in America in a Time of Fear," by Dr. Nazir Harb Michel of Georgetown University, analyzing national debates about refugees, immigration, freedom of religion, and security, and probing the question "Can you be a good neighbor to the many Muslims living in and near Holland, or should you be wary?" Followed by Q&A session. At Hope College, Room 102 VanderWerf Hall, 27 Graves Place (11th St between College and Central Aves, Holland).
Sun, March 5, 3 pm: "Midnight at the Black History Museum." Performed by Maple Avenue Ministries 4C Central City Children's Choir and directed by Chris C.J. Kingdom Grier: "Students get locked in the museum after a field trip, and portraits of famous African Americans come alive 'to educate them on their past and open their eyes to very important moments in history.'" Desserts follow. Free, open to all. At Maple Avenue Ministries, 427 Maple Ave, Holland.
Tues, March 14, 11 am to 1:30 pm: Ladles of Love: soups, sides, & silent auction. Benefit for My House Ministry. Proceeds will fund resident case management to help carry out the My House mission of "providing hope, housing, and guidance to women and children in need." Tickets $10 in advance/$15 at the door. www.ladlesoflove2.eventbrite.com At Boys & Girls Club of Holland, 435 Van Raalte Ave, Holland. __________________________________________________________________________
Exhibits
Through March 3: Contemporary Native Voices. Works of Native Great Lakes artists. From collections of GVSU and Michigan State. Open daily, hours vary. At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8th 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. Unless noted otherwise, students must use the Foundation's general online scholarship application, due at 5 pm on March 1. For application or more information, go to http://www.cfhz.org/Scholarships __________________________________________________________________________
Community Opportunity
Holland Young Professionals2017 Leadership Awards: Nominate individuals age 40 or younger for leadership awards in various categories, including Equity Matters award. Nominations due by 11:59 pm Wednesday, March 1, using this link:
Jobs
Michigan Works! Tues, Feb 28, 10 am to 2 pm, 121 Clover St, Holland. Five employers (Alliance Home Health, Comfort Keepers, CSM Services, Kenco Logistics, Tyson Foods) offering 124 jobs. Bring copies of resume.
Allegan County: www.allegancounty.org and click on Job Opportunities for info and application forms. Child care workers: 1 full-time (40 hrs/wk with benefits); 1 part-time (32 hrs/wk with pro-rated benefits). Clerk typist, full-time with benefits. Seasonal maintenance, part-time, hourly, no benefits.
Avanti Law: Legal assistant/paralegal. Full-time. Must be bilingual (English/Spanish). Send email with cover letter in English and in Spanish, together with resume, to ralvarez@avantilaw.com (in subject line, put "Paralegal Position" and your name) or via private message on Facebook.
City of Holland: Director of Community and Neighborhood Services; summer help for Transportation Department; police cadet; reserve police officer; paid-on-call (volunteer) firefighter; television production internship. http://www.cityofholland.com/jobs
Gentex: Production team members. Skilled trade technicians. Various entry-level/experienced engineers. www.gentex.com/careers
Good Samaritan Ministries: Circles Facilitator and Circles Youth Facilitator. Each 5+ hours/wk; compensation $1200 for 21 weeks, through end of June. http://www.goodsamministries.com Click on Get Involved and scroll down to Jobs for description.
Holland Board of Public Works: www.hollandbpw.com Summer full-time landscaping and general maintenance jobs; must be at least 18 years old.
Holland Public Schools. www.hollandpublicschools.org Open interviews every Tuesday & Thursday from noon to 2 pm for immediate openings for classroom assistants (M-F 7:45 am to 3:15 pm). At HPS District Administration Building, 320 West 24th St, Holland.
Hope College: www.hope.edu/jobs Click on Staff positions. Data andsystems analyst, full-time; deadline Feb 28. Upward Bound summer positions: instructors in science, English, math, social studies; educational coach; resident director; night supervisor; van driver.
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.
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Dear Subscribers:
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:
--Or you can write a check to ACEH, c/o Treasurer Al Minert, Box 3007, Holland, MI 49422-3007;
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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
