In the Community from ACEH October 30

"How is it that we can talk to somebody as far as the moon, but we can't talk to somebody right next door to our house because of religion, race, or ethnicity?" …Daryl Davis, author of "Klan-Destine Relationships," a book about the KKK.

 

Herb and Ann

This information is provided by the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH).  If you do not wish to receive it in the future, please contact hpweller@comcast.net or editann@aol.com.  Events List is also posted on the ACEH website, www.harmonyalliance.org.

Tonight, Oct 30, 6 pm: Celebration of the Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos), traditionally an observance in Latino culture to honor one's ancestors. Activities, information.  Free.  At Herrick District Library, River Ave at 12^th St, Holland.

 

Tonight, Oct 30, 7 pm: Film, "Himalaya: The Caravan," Academy Award-nominated for best foreign film.  Part of Nepal Focus Week at Hope College to learn about Nepali culture and support building an elementary school in rural Nepal.  At Science Center 1000, College Ave at 11^th St, Holland.

 

Wed, Oct 31, 7 pm: Documentary, "A School of Their Own," Riverside School children "flourish despite an abusive caste system."  Part of Nepal Focus Week at Hope College.  At Science Center 1000, College Ave at 11^th St, Holland.

 

Fri, Nov 2, 3 pm to 8 pm; (slide presentation at 6 pm) and Sat, Nov 3, 2 pm to 8 pm; slides at 4 pm: "A Taste of India" exhibit of art by Sandra Hansen of Holland. Painting demonstrations and refreshments both days. www.reflectionsart.com At Reflections Fine Art Gallery, 172 South River, Holland.

 

Sun, Nov 4, 11 am: "Spiritual Dimensions of Recycling," by Ray Diffenderffer; at 2 pm: "The Hidden Costs of Energy," by Kurt Cobb. www.motherstrust.org or (269) 543-3951. At Mothers Trust/Lakeshore Institute, 6676 122^nd Ave, Ganges.

 

Fri, Nov 9, 6:30 pm: Reciprocal Language Partnership fundraiser, Mexican dinner.  Tickets $10.  www.rlpprogram.org  At Third Reformed Church, Pine Ave at 13^th St, Holland.

 

Fri, Nov 9, 7 pm: Angela Perry speaks at Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony.  Open to all.  www.harmonyalliance.org; (616) 405-6761.  At Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.

 

Sat, Nov 10, 4:30 pm: Images International Food Festival, by international students at Hope College.  At Phelps Dining Hall, 10^th St at Columbia Ave, Holland.

 

Sat, Nov 10, 8 pm: Images: A Reflection of Culture, music, performances, skits by international students at Hope College.  At Knickerbocker Theatre, 86 East 8^th St, Holland.

 

SAVE THE DATE:  Saturday, Dec 8, 5:30 pm:  Annual holiday potluck of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony.  Music, activities for children, fellowship.  Open to everyone.  At First United Methodist Church, 57 West 10th, Holland.

 

 

 

 

 

In the Community from ACEH October 23

"For a community to be whole and healthy, it must be based on people's love and concern for each other." ... Millard Fuller, founder of Habitat for Humanity

 

Herb and Ann

This information is provided by the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH).  If you do not wish to receive it in the future, please contact hpweller@comcast.net or editann@aol.com.  Events List is also posted on the ACEH website, www.harmonyalliance.org.

Wed, Oct 24, 4 pm: African American artist and muralist Hubert Massey of Detroit speaks. At Hope College Maas Auditorium, Columbia Ave at 11^th St, Holland.

 

Sat, Oct 27, 5 pm to 9 pm: Halloween Dance Party, including contests for costumes in 3 categories (horror, fantasy, outrageously unique) and carved pumpkins.  Dance music by Digital Joes Entertainment.  $5 person, $3 for kids age 5 and under; fee includes pizza and non-alcoholic drink.  Pre-registration appreciated for food count; estrella_mull@yahoo.com or call (616) 837-7064.  Sponsored by Bayanihan-Filipino American Outreach, to benefit various outreach programs.  At Escanaba Room, Grand Haven Community Center, 421 Columbus Ave, Grand Haven.

 

Tues, Oct 30, 6 pm: Day of the Dead Celebration.  Participants of all ages will learn significance and traditions of Day of the Dead in Latino culture, decorate a sugar skull, enjoy "spooky treats," and receive information about building their own Dia de Los Muertos altar honoring ancestors.  At Herrick District Library, River Ave between 12^th and 13^th Sts, Holland.

 

Tues, Nov 6: Remember to Vote!  In Holland, there are contests for Mayor and for two City Council seats.

 

Fri, Nov 9, 6:30 pm: Reciprocal Language Partnership fundraiser—silent auction, door prizes, raffle, buffet dinner, music, child care.  Tickets $10.  www.rlpprogram.org  At Third Reformed Church, 13^th St at Pine Ave, Holland.

 

Fri, Nov 9, 7 pm: Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony general meeting; open to all.  Program to be announced.  At Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.

 

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY:  The Holland Human Relations Commission is accepting nominations for its annual Social Justice Awards in the areas of education, employment, government/community relations, housing, and youth.  Letters should address a series of questions about the group or individual's contributions, and should be mailed to the HRC no later than Friday, November 30, 2007; awards will be made in January 2008. For information about what's required, please contact the Human Relations Department at (616) 355-1328 or hrc@cityofholland.com

 

SAVE THE DATE:  The Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony will hold its annual holiday potluck on Saturday, December 8, at 5:30 pm.  Everyone is welcome; invite family, friends, and neighbors.  Bring a dish to share.  Activities for children.  At First United Methodist Church, 57 West 10^th St,  Holland.

 

 

In the Community from ACEH October 19

 

 "I have seen that in any great undertaking it is not enough for a man to depend simply upon himself." … Lone Man (Isna-la-wica) Teton Sioux

 

Herb and Ann

 This information is provided by the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH).  If you do not wish to receive it in the future, please contact hpweller@comcast.net or editann@aol.com.  Events List is also posted on the ACEH website, www.harmonyalliance.org.

Sat, Oct 20, 8 a.m.: "Let's Walk for Education" fundraiser of L.E.A.P. West Michigan to benefit middle-school tutoring programs.  Lace up your walking shoes (or wear flip-flops if you are young and brave) and show up at Harbor Lights Middle School, 1024 136^th Ave, and hoof it 4.7 miles to West Middle School, 500 West 24th in Holland. You can do it!  Cost is $20.  For information, call Wayne Coleman at 355-0071.

 

Sat, Oct 20, 10 am: Third annual Anishnabek Traditional Pow Wow "Honoring Our Ancestors" sponsored by the local Anishnabek community and Hope College.  Dancers, drummers, music, Native vendors.  Grand Entries at 1 pm and 6 pm; reconciliation service at 5:15 pm.  Adults, $5, students $3, families $8; elders and preschoolers free.  At Holland Civic Center, Pine Ave between 8th and 9th Sts, Holland.

 

Sun, Oct 21, 5:30 pm: Community potluck: Bring a dish to pass, meet new people, share ideas and fellowship.  Open to everyone.  At Leaf and Bean Too, Columbia Ave at 19th St, Holland.

 

Mon, Oct 22, 1 pm: Ensemble of Japanese musicians presents "Introduction to Japanese Music: Gender, History, Spirituality, and Aesthetics."  At Wichers Auditorium, Music Building (just west of Dewitt Center), Hope College.

 

Mon, Oct 22, 7:30 pm: Japanese music concert with Michael Chikuzen Gould, shakuhachi (five-holed, end-blown flute); Chieko Iwazaki, koto and shamisen (13-stringed zither and 3-stringed, banjo-like instrument); and Kodi Iwazaki, shakuhachi.  At Wichers Auditorium, Music Building (just west of Dewitt Center), Hope College

 

Wed, Oct 24, 4 pm: African American muralist and artist Hubert Massey speaks.  At Maas Auditorium, Hope College, Columbia Ave at 11th St, Holland.

 

Sat, Nov 3, 9 am to 9 pm: Fifth annual traditional Pow Wow "Along the Owashtinong" sponsored by the Native American community and the Public Museum of Grand Rapids. Drummers (host drum: Sons of 3 Fires), dancers, vendors, silent auction, raffles.  Grand Entries at 1 pm and 6 pm.  Adults $8, children $3.  Call (616) 456-3977. At Van Andel Museum Center, 272 Pearl St, Grand Rapids.

 

FRI, Nov 9, 6:30 pm: Reciprocal Language Partnership fundraiser, with silent auction, raffle, door prizes, buffet dinner, music, child care.  Tickets $10.  www.rlpprogram.org At Third Reformed Church, Pine Ave at 13th St, Holland.

 

FRI, Nov 9, 7 pm: Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony meeting, open to the public.  Program to be announced.  www.harmonyalliance.org  At Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland.

 

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITY:

Ballet Folklórico Sol Azteca is accepting new students, age 7 and up.  Practices are Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 to 7 pm and 7 to 8 pm; children ages 4 to 6 practice on Thursdays from 5:30 to 6 pm at Crossroads Chapel, 287 Lincoln, Holland.  For information, contact director Marti Gonzalez at (616) 403-6617 or coordinator Tony Sanchez, (616) 403-4727.

 

Sol Azteca is looking for a new space to practice on Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 to 8 pm and Saturdays 9:30 am to noon; the space must accommodate up to 20 dancers at a time (at least 18 by 24 feet in size).  Call Mrs. Gonzalez at the number above.