A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony
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
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. If you are interested in becoming a member of ACEH, please see information at the end of this email.
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Wed, July 22, plus July 28 and Aug 8), 8 pm: Hope Summer Repertory Theatre play "To Kill a Mockingbird," that explores racial injustice that threatens to divide a community. "Through courage and compassion, lawyer Atticus Finch seeks truth and justice, while his feisty daughter, Scout, learns what it means to be an instrument of hope." Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Harper Lee, the book was Holland's Big Read in 2014. Ticket prices vary. (616) 395-7890, www.hope.edu/hsrt or ticket office at 100 East 8th St, Holland. At DeWitt Main Theater, Columbia Ave at 12th St, Holland.
Wed, July 22: Holland Citizens Task Force. Email nicki8586@gmail.com for information on time and place of meeting.
Fri, July 31, 7 am to Sun, Aug 2, midnight: VISION Artist Marathon Pro-Peace. Over two days, local Caribbean artist Picardo will paint a multi-media art mural, a "pro-peace event centering on options for nonviolent conflict resolution and peace and justice." The event invites participation as well as conversations on these topics. picardocolors@gmail.com or (616) 710-7651. At Park Church parking lot, 10 East Park Place NE, Grand Rapids.
Tues, Aug 4, 5 pm to 7 pm: 24th annual National Night Out "Going Away Party for Crime and Drugs." Community-wide block party highlighting police/community relations and neighborhood spirit. Free, including free hot dogs and ice cream. Activities, information tables, child ID, horse rides, pie-eating contest, music by "Sweet Justice," comprised of local law enforcement personnel.
Wed, Aug 5, 8:30 am-4 pm: Young Professionals of Color Conference: "Good Is Not Enough: Excellence Should Be Your Standard." Hosted by Cascade Engineering, with BL2END as the Young Professionals sponsor and Herman Miller Inc as platinum sponsor. Keynote speaker Keith Wyche and breakout sessions Blazing the Trail; The Art of Negotiation- Leveraging Yourself, Your Skills & Your Knowledge; Career Paving: Creating and Understanding Your Career Strategy. $75; some scholarships available. To register: www.cascadeng.com/2015-young-professionals-color-conference
For info, contact Caitlin Townsend Lamb at caitlin.townsend@cascadeng.com or (616) 975-4880. At Herman Miller Inc. Greenhouse, 10201 Adams St, Holland.
Sunday, Aug 9, 1 pm to 4 pm: 17th annual Potluck in the Park of the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony (ACEH). Everyone is welcome. Please bring a dish to share from your cultural background; ACEH provides beverages and table service. Music, games and activities for kids and adults, fantastic food, and lots of fun. At Dunton Park, 290 Howard Ave (west of River Ave/UNITY Bridge), Holland.
Mon, Aug 10, 6 pm to 8 pm: Destination Education "Off to College Party" for students going to college or returning to college. Students' entire families invited also, for games and food. First 120 college students will receive a College Survival Kit and a chances to win larger prizes. RSVPs requested but not required, at http://ow.ly/LE1hF Those who register will be entered in a special drawing for an iPad mini. At Kollen Park picnic pavilion, 240 Kollen Park Blvd, Holland.
Community Opportunities
Disability Network/Lakeshore: DN/L is accepting nominations for its 5th annual 2015 Ability Award. Nominees may be any resident of Allegan or Ottawa County "who lives with a disability, has a family member with a disability, or is a friend or ally to the disability community." The award honors those who promote a spirit of inclusion and a community without barriers, through leadership, advocacy, and empowerment of people with disabilities. Awards will be presented at an event on October 20. Nominations must be received by 5 pm, Thurs, Aug 3. For information, call (616) 396-5326 or contact www.dnlakeshore.org
Exhibits
Now through October 4. Kalamazoo Air Zoo: "Black Wings," showcasing history of African American pilots and others in the aviation industry through more than 70 photographs, film clips, artifacts, aircraft models. Traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution and the National Air and Space Museum. Open daily, varying hours. Admission fee. (269) 382-6555 or http://www.airzoo.org At Air Zoo, 6151 Portage Rd, Portage.
Opening Thurs, July 23: Holland Museum: "Documented: The Stories of Latinos in Holland" explores Holland's migrant community and its impact on Holland throughout history. Also on display is a collection from Michigan State University: "Immigration and Caricature," the role of caricature and stereotype in forming American values and attitudes about the multicultural development of the U.S., with images from the Civil War to World War I, a period of massive migration to this country. Closed Monday and Tuesday; varying hours other days; admission fee. (616) 796-3329 or www.hollandmuseum.org
Jobs
Michigan Works: Hiring event Tuesday, July 21, between 10 am and 2 pm at 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154. 4 employers (Haworth, Effex Management Solutions, Elwood Staffing, Blu Perspective) offering 90 jobs: material handler, team member, machine operators, loader/unloader, switcher/shuttle driver, assembly/production, general labor, automotive production, brake press operators, hand welders, light industrial, forklift drivers, quality inspectors. Bring copy of resume.
Allegan County:
---Call-in child care worker, part time; corrections officer, full time; deputy sheriff, full time; medical examiner investigator, part time.
---Telecommunicator, full-time. Clerical and computer skills; prefer minimum of 2 years in public emergency service field. Deadline is Fri, July 24.
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---Assessing administrator; certified permit technician; part-time electrical inspector; police officer; parks tree-trimmer; Windmill Island Gardens development manager; paid on-call volunteer firefighter; broadcast journalism intern; TV producer intern; seasonal labor.
Community Action House: Resource assistant, full time. Schedule pick-up and delivery of food, resale items, etc; track donations and inventory; operate/maintain agency vehicles; extensive contact with the public. Must have ability to train and recruit volunteers; computer skills; time management and organizational skills; able to lift heavy items on regular basis; customer service skills; good driving record; able to operate manual transmission; able to obtain chauffeur's license. Send letter of interest and resume to David Lee, dlee@communityactionhouse.org or mail to David Lee, 694 Michigan Ave, Holland 49423. Dealine is Fri, July 24.
Downtown Market, Grand Rapids: Chef instructor, evening facilities supervisor, chef/culinary operations coordinator, education assistant-sous chef, development and community relations manager, porter and cleaners. Market Hall: Full/part-time bakery clerks (hourly). Slows Bar B-Q: Various positions. Go to www.downtownmarketgr.com/be-a-part and click on Work.
Haworth: All shifts available for team members, machine repair, machine operators, material handlers, hilo loaders/unloaders, switcher/shuttle driver. Apply at www.haworth.com/careers
Holland Charter Township: Full-time openings for building and grounds maintenance assistant; meter reader and maintenance assistant; assistant assessor. www.hct.holland.mi.us
Holland Hospital: Variety of full- and part-time positions. www.hollandhospital.org and click on Careers at top of page.
Holland Public Schools: Coaches for various sports; substitutes for food service, bus aide, bus driver; playground/lunch supervisor. www.hollandpublicschools.org and go to HR-Jobs link.
---Campus safety, on call officer.
---Custodian, full-time, third shift. Deadline is Fri, July 24.
---Counseling and psychological services. Deadline is Fri, July 31.
---Career counselor-networking. Deadline is Mon, Aug 3.
MOKA: Mentors, 1st shift, part time; residential support staff, part time, full time, on-call, all shifts available; community support staff in program for individuals with disabilities in Ottawa and Allegan counties. Must be at least 18, have high school diploma or GED, and valid MI driver's license. Experience preferred. Apply at www.moka.org
---Web application developer.
---Engineering design/machine technology paraprofessional. Deadline is Fri, July 24.
---Teacher consultant for visually impaired.
Ottawa County: Various positions open until filled, including applications specialist II, innovation and technology; district court clerk, part time; legal assistant specialist; victim advocate. www.miottawa.org
Pathways, MI: Peer recovery coaches (part-time); associate health analyst internship. For info, plus how to apply, go to: http://pathwaysmi.org/employment-opportunities
Zeeland City: Assessing and Zoning assistant, full-time. Contact Human Resources Dept, 21 South Elm, Zeeland 49464. Position open until filled.
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Has "In the Community" helped you learn about multicultural and diversity events this year? ACEH welcomes your support! Member dues help pay for this email and all the other Alliance activities. If you'd like to become a member, the dues are:
$20 a year ($35/two years) for an individual; $30 a year ($50/two years) for a family; $40 for nonprofits; $75 for businesses. Or you can become a service member, and contribute time as a volunteer.
It's easy--here's how:
--You can pay through the secure Pay Pal system at http://www.harmonyalliance.org Click on Join Us.
--Or you can send a check to ACEH, c/o Treasurer Al Minert, Box 3007, Holland 49422-3007.
--Or you can sign up any ACEH meeting or social event. THANK YOU!
ACEH is a 501(c) 3 organization; contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
