In the Community from ACEH March 27

"It's ironic that those who till the soil, cultivate and harvest the fruits, vegetables and other foods that fill your tables with abundance have nothing left for themselves." … César Chávez, civil rights activist, founder of the United Farm Worker's Association, and a key voice for migrant farm workers in the 20th century.

 

Herb and Ann

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Open now until May 6: Display of paintings depicting aspects of life in India, by local artist Sandra Hansen.  At Butch's, 44 East 8^th St., Holland.

 

Wed, Mar 28, noon to 3 pm:  "Slavery on Trial: The Crisis of the Federal Government and the Cries of the Unhappy Race," by three panelists. Part of Grand Valley State University observance "Remembering the Crossings."  www.gvsu.edu/abolition.  At GVSU Loosemore Auditorium, downtown Grand Rapids.

 

Wed, Mar 28, 4 pm: Ninth annual César Chávez celebration at Hope College: "Tú Eres el Futuro—You Are the Future," by Holland Public Schools superintendent Frank Garcia. Sponsored by Office of Multicultural Life. At Maas Auditorium, Columbia and 11^th St., Holland

 

Wed, Mar 28, 7:30 pm: Dennis Archer, formerly Detroit mayor and president of the  American Bar Association: keynote lecture for Slavery on Trial: The Long Road to Freedom. Call (616) 254-0367 for reservations.  www.gvsu.edu/abolition.  At Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, 303 Pearl St., NW, Grand Rapids.

 

Thurs, Mar 29, 4 pm: "The Life and Legacy of César Chávez," by Donicio Valdes, history professor, senior researcher at Julian Samora Research Institute, Michigan State University. At Grand Valley State University Cook-DeWitt Center, Allendale.

 

Thurs, Mar 29, 8 pm (also 7:30 and 9:30 pm Friday, Mar 30): "S.E.L.L.O.U.T. Comedy Tour" by four black comedians who call themselves The Blackpack and challenge audiences to go beyond stereotypes.  Advance tickets $13.50 at DeVos Fieldhouse, (616) 395-7890, or $16.50 at the door; a portion of ticket sales goes to Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance if mentioned at time of purchase. At Park Theatre, 248 South River, Holland.

 

Sat, Mar 31, 10:30 am: 2007 César Chávez Social Justice March starts at Hall Elementary School and ends at St. Joseph the Worker Church, 333 Rumsey SW, Grand Rapids, followed by Moments of Reflection Mass and 1 pm reception luncheon at Grand Rapids Community College Tassell M-TEC, 622 Godfrey SW. Call Lupe Ramos-Montigny, (616) 942-5241 or lrmontigny@yahoo.com.  At Hall Elementary School, corner of Hall and Grandville, Grand Rapids.

 

Sat, Mar 31, 6 pm to midnight: Spring Fling, "touching lives through fun and dance," sponsored by Bayanihan Filipino-American Outreach to benefit Love Inc and other Bayanihan outreach projects.  Adults 21 and older.  Dancing, door prizes, auction, food, cash bar.  Tickets $5 at door or from Marife (616) 218-6360 or Luchi (616) 846-6598. At Fraternal Order of Eagles Club Hall, 20 North 2nd St., Grand Haven.

 

COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES: Two groups are being offered for Spanish-speaking women.  One is a domestic violence support group on Fridays from 10:30 to 11:30 am (refreshments at 10 am), at the Center for Women in Transition, 411 Butternut, Holland; for information, call Rachael at (616) 494-1732. The other is an educational support group addressing emotional and mental health concerns (depression, anxiety, self-esteem, etc.) Wednesdays 6:30 to 8 pm at Bethany Christian Services, 12048 James, Holland; for information, call Rebecca at (616) 396-3391.

 

 

In the Community from ACEH March 20

"A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees."  Amelia Earhart

 

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, Mar 21, 9 am to 2 pm: Second annual Job Fair, sponsored by Holland Sentinel.  At Holland Civic Center, Pine Ave at 8^th Street, Holland.

 

Wed, Mar 21, 7 pm: "The Many Faces of Islam:  Conflict, Faith and Politics," by Vali Nasr, author, professor and consultant.  Part of Grand Rapids Community College Diversity Series XII.  Free, open to public.  (616) 234-3390.  At Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain St, between Library and Division, downtown Grand Rapids.

 

Thurs, Mar 22, 6 pm: "Syria and a Changing Middle East," by Dr. Imad Moustapha, Syrian ambassador to the U.S., author, consultant.  almallam@gvsu.edu.  At Grand Valley State University, Lake Ontario Hall, Room 164, Allendale.

 

Fri, Mar 23, 8 am to 10:30 am (registration at 7:15 am): 9^th annual Summit on Racism Forum.  Breakfast event where the "tipping plan" will be unveiled and people will be challenged to become part of the movement.  Convened by Racial Justice Institute, GRACE.  Registration $20.  (616) 774-2321; www.graceoffice.org  At DeVos Place, downtown Grand Rapids.

 

Fri, Mar 23, 7 pm: "Consequences of the Middle Passage in the U.S. and Caribbean," by Orlando Patterson, professor of sociology at Harvard University and an expert on slavery in Jamaica.  Part of Grand Valley's Remembering the Crossings events to promote awareness of 2007 as the bicentennial of the abolition of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade.  (616) 331-8550.  At Grand Valley State University Loosemore Auditorium, 401 W. Fulton, Grand Rapids.

 

Sat, Mar 24, 4 pm: Juneteenth 2007 Soul Food Potluck dinner; bring a dish to pass.  Entertainment, educational talks on Juneteenth, food and fellowship.  RSVP to Wayne Coleman, (616) 355-0071.  At Core City CCDA, 21 West 16^th St., Holland.

 

Sat, Mar 24, 5 pm to 8 pm: Fifth annual Migrant Community Fair, hosted by West Ottawa ESL/Migrant Program.  Community information, games and activities for children, food; DJ, music from 8 to 10 pm. (616) 994-5189.   At West Ottawa High School South Campus, 3600 152^nd Ave, Holland.

 

Mon, Mar 26, 1 pm: "South Africa: a Vision of the Future," 30-minute video on post-apartheid challenges, including the economy and AIDS, hosted by Archbishop Desmond Tutu.  Discussion led by Dr. Charles Strikwerda, retired Calvin College professor of political science.  Free light lunch.  Sponsored by Herrick District Library and World Affairs Council.  At the library, 300 South River Ave., Holland.

 

 

 

 

In the Community from ACEH March 16

"Minds are like parachutes—they only function when open." …Thomas Dewar

 

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.

 

Fri, Mar 16, 6 pm: Documentary film, "Divided by Language: India's Newspapers," produced by GVSU faculty members Vandana Pednekar-Magal and Alan Bell, who have been journalists in India.  Discussion after film.  Free, open to the public.  At GVSU Pew Campus, Loosemore Auditorium, Grand Rapids.

Sat, Mar 17, noon: St. Patrick's Day Parade, from 8^th Street Marketplace east to College Ave., followed by 1 pm performances at Knickerbocker Theatre, downtown Holland.

 

Sat, Mar 17, 7:30 pm: Spiritual and Gospel Extravaganza concert by Holland Chorale, with guest conductor Rollo Dilworth, composer, professor of music at North Park University, and minister of music at Martin Temple African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, Chicago. The Grand Rapids Community Chorus will take part.  Tickets $17 adults, $14 seniors, $5 students, at (616) 494-0256, ext. 814.  At Central Avenue Christian Reformed Church, 11^th St and Central Ave., Holland.

 

Sun, Mar 18, 5:30 pm:  Community potluck.  Everyone is welcome; bring a dish to pass.  Meet new people, greet old friends, enjoy good food and conversation.  At Leaf and Bean Too, 19^th and Columbia, Holland.

 

Mon, Mar 19, 1 pm: "Immigration and America's Future" presentation sponsored by Herrick District Library and World Affairs Council.  Light lunch served.  At Herrick District Library auditorium, 300 South River, Holland.

 

Mon, Mar 19: Sign up today to attend the Saturday, March 24, Juneteenth 2007 Soul Food Potluck Dinner sponsored by Core City CCDA.  Call Wayne Coleman at (616) 355-0071.  Dinner (March 24) is from 4 to 6 pm at 21 West 16^th St., Holland.