In the Community: July 21, 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.
TONIGHT, Fri, July 21, 7 pm: PFLAG meeting at which Sara "will inform us and answer questions bout persons who are intersex, beyond the binaries of sex and gender and different from persons who are cisgender or transgender." A trans group meets from 6 to 7 pm. At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.
Sun, July 23, 2 pm: "A Brush with Peace": Free event for women and girls to paint a 12 x 12-inch canvas; no painting experience necessary. Hosted by artist Carolyn Stich, Rev. Linda Knieriemen of First Presbyterian Church, Holland, and the Holland Area Arts Council "to use art to bring together people from different cultures in order to break down misunderstandings and build friendships." At Haworth Inn and Conference Center, 225 College Ave, Holland.
Mon, July 24, 5 pm: Deadline for nominations for the 2017 Ability Award, the 7th year this award has been presented by the Disability Network/Lakeshore to "honor those who promote a spirit of inclusion and a community without barriers. Allegan and Ottawa Co. residents engaged in leadership, advocacy, and empowerment of people with disabilities are eligible for the award; nominees may be someone who lives with a disability, has a family member with a disability, or is a friend or ally to the disability community." To nominate, go to www.abilityaward.net
Tues, July 25, 6 pm: Documentary film: "Riot, Race, Reconciliation," followed by panel discussion. Hosted by GRAAMA, Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives. At GVSU Loosemore Auditorium, 401 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Aug 1, 4 pm: National Night Out. Community event "to show support for local police-community partnerships and safe neighborhoods." Food, music, games, car show, contests, movie at dusk, more. At Kollen Park, Lake Macatawa, Holland.
Wed, Aug 2, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm: 2017 Young Professionals of Color Conference—"Shifting the Norm: Using Your Talents and Innovation." Keynote speaker Kathryn Finney; breakout sessions. Sponsors Cascade Engineering, Spectrum Health, and BL2ND. For ticket and registration, go to:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2017-young-professionals-of-color-conference-tickets-35549626891 At DeVos Place, 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids.
Fri, Aug 4, 6 pm to 10 pm: 'The Bread Show": a celebration of Latin American and Anglo European bread making traditions. Free. Presented by Urban Gardens Peforming Arts. Live performance baking, in English and Spanish, written by Roel Garcia and Anna Gabhart and peformed by Jose Angulo, Amber Wood, and Marianna Ramirez-Franco. Artwork by Erick Picardo, Lisa Walcott, Alynn Guerra, Sara Allsum-Wassenaar, and Sayde Anderson in conversation with JK's Bakehouse, Ramirez Bakery, and Ken Freestone. At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8th St, Holland.
Exhibit
"Riot, Race, Reconciliation" 1967-2017 Photography Exhibit. Now through July 30. At GRAAMA, Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives. www.graama.org At 87 Monroe Center St, Grand Rapids.
Community Opportunities
Migrant Farmworker Appreciation Event, Sunday, July 30, 1 to 4 pm. Donations of basic household supplies and toiletries are needed to distribute to migrant farmworkers and their families in West Michigan at this event, to show appreciation for their hard work and contributions. Organized by Ottawa County Cultural Intelligence Committee and the Migrant Resource Councils of Ottawa, Allegan, and Barry counties, at True Blue Farms-Stanton Camp, 14050 Stanton Rd, West Olive. Donations may be made now through July 27; a list of needed items, drop-off sites, and contacts for more information is in the following link: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIOTTAWA/bulletins/1a97ae1
Citizenship classes: Escape Ministries is hosting 10 weeks of citizenship classes; participants will prepare for the civics/history exam, practice English, and get help with their applications to become naturalized U.S. citizens. Classes are Tuesday mornings (10:30 am to noon) beginning Aug. 1; the application legal clinic will be Saturday, Sept 30. Call (616) 396-4481 to enroll.
Looking Ahead: Save August 13 for Potluck in the Park!
ACEH will hold its 19th annual Potluck in the Park on Sunday, August 13, from 1 to 4 pm at the Kollen Park Band Shell, by Lake Macatawa in Holland. Come enjoy fun, fellowship, music, family activities, and great food. Invite someone new in the community! Please bring a dish to share from your cultural background, and lawn chairs for extra seating. ACEH provides table service and beverages. Questions? Call 396-2201 or 396-3751 or email aceh@harmonyalliance.org
Jobs
Holland Sentinel employment ads: www.hollandsentinel.jobs
Wst Michigan Works! Hiring Event: Tues, 10 am to 2 pm at 121 Clover St, Holland, for 6 employers (Alliance Home Health Care, Boatwerks Restaurant, EG Workforce Solutions, Stratosphere Quality, United Commercial Services) offering 66 posistions. Bring copies of resume.
Allegan County: www.allegancounty.org and click on Job Opportunities for info and application forms. Corrections officer. Deputy sheriff. Election coordinator. Medical examiner investigator. Professional engineer.
Arbor Circle: www.arborcircle.org/employment. Great Start to Quality Western Resource Center Director (Holland). CLS program coordinator/supervisor (Grand Rapids). Medical office support- outpatient counseling (Grand Rapids). Foster care case manager (Muskegon Co.). Peer recovery specialist – substance abuse services (Allegan Co.) Outpatient therapist, part-time (Ottawa Co.) Runaway and homeless youth therapist (Grand Rapids).
Center for Women in Transition: Call to Action Team Leader, full time; to develop/implement the Ottawa County Call to Action Project to engage men and boys in prevention programming. Crisis Intervention Advocate. Go to https://cwitmi.org, click on About CWIT, and scroll to Job Opportunities. (If not yet posted, check back next week.)
City of Grand Rapids: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/grandrapids General website for City of Grand Rapids jobs: www.grcity.us Administrative analyst II—Cable administrator. Administrative aide- neighborhood connector.
Dean Transportation: School bus drivers and attendants in Holland. Paid CDL training provided. Apply online at www.deantrans.com/jobs or in person Mon-Fri at 4600 128th Ave, Holland.
Downtown Market, Grand Rapids: www.downtownmarketgr.com/be-a-part/work Education Foundation administrative coordinator. Market events coordinator, full time. Variety of other jobs with the market or its vendors.
Gentex: Second- and third-shift production team members. Skilled trade technicians. Various entry-level/experienced engineers. www.gentex.com/careers
Good Samaritan Ministries: www.goodsamministries.com/get-involved/jobs Full- and half-time AmeriCorps members for the Faith in Youth Partnership: serve at-risk middle school youth at local sites during the 2017-18 school year.
Grand Rapids Community College: www.grcc.edu/humanresources/jobs
Grand Valley State University: https://gvsu.edu/jobs/htm WGVU education coordinator. Athletics health care administrator. Academic department coordinator. Office coordinator. Director of civic learning and community engagement. Art collections manager. Assistant athletic director for game and event management.
Haworth: www.Haworth.com/Careers
Herman Miller, Inc.: www.hermanmiller.com Click on About Us and scroll down to Careers.
Holland Charter Township: www.hct.holland.mi.us Community development director. Buildings & grounds maintenance assistant, full-time. Clerk's assistant, part-time (20-24 hrs/wk).
Holland Historical Trust (Holland Museum): Executive director. Development and communications manager. Internships. http://hollandmuseum.org/employment-opportunities
Holland Hospital: www.hollandhospital.org and click on Careers.
Holland Public Schools. www.hollandpublicschools.org .
Hope College: www.hope.edu/jobs Click on Staff positions
Ottawa Area Intermediate School District: www.oaisd.org/jobs Secretary. Paraprofessional/Pastry arts & baking. Paraprofssional/PC & network technologies. Adult education instructor/nursing-CNA. Teacher assistant. Behavioral assistant. Custodian, part-time. Dental careers paraprofessional. Special education teachers. Teacher Academy instructor. Culinary arts instructor. Maintenance specialist, 2nd shift. Paraprofessional/mechatronics & robotics. Secretary for special education & truancy functions. Behavior consultant. Teacher consultant for hearing impaired. Transitions instructor. Natural resources/agriscience instructor. Social worker/behavioral specialist. Occupational therapist.
Ottawa County: https://www.miottawa.org/HRApp/Emp.jsp Victim advocate. Environmental health temp. Office administrator, for Prosecuting Attorney; full time with benefits. Bachelor's degree in relevant field with 5 years' experience in criminal justice system.
Ottawa County Road Commission: Mechanics. Mechanic at North Holland garage. Assistant equipment supervisor, North Holland and Hudsonville garages. www.ottawacorc.com.
Pathways of Arbor Circle: Foster Home Licensor for Muskegon and surrounding counties. BA in social work or related field; previous foster care/child welfare experience preferred. http://www.arborcircle.org/employment
Ready for School: G.A.P. (Guiding Assignment Professional). Project & community investment coordinator.
Spectrum Health: www.spectrumhealth.org and click on Job Seekers at top of page.
West Michigan Refugee Cultural and Education Center (Kentwood): Program coordinator for family engagement. https://refugeeeducationcenter.org
West Ottawa Public Schools: www.westottawa.net/jobs/
Zeeland Public Schools: www.zps.org/jobs System administrator/Team lead.
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