Monday, Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m.: Annual A. J. Muste Lecture:“Islam and the Practice of Non-violence,” by Adam Ericksen, education director of the Raven Foundation, which has a mission to “make religion reasonable, violence unthinkable, and peace a possibility.” The series began in 1985 to commemorate the life and work of A. J. Muste, a Hope College alumnus and activist for peace and justice. At Graves Hall, College Ave at 11th Street, Holland.
Wednesday, Oct. 27, 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.: El DÃa de los Muertos Celebration and Costume Procession. Food, music, dance, crafts; Ballet Folklorico Sol Azteca; Frida Kahlo look-alike contest; face painting. Sponsored by Holland Area Arts Council and Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP). At Holland Area Arts Council, 150 East 8th Street, Holland.
Thursday, Oct. 28, 7 p.m.: First of four community sessions “to explore the cultural and religious roots of the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians, groups that are making a difference, and possible actions to bring about resolution of key issues.” Convenor-moderator is Rev. John Kleinheksel, Sr., a long-time student of the region. Other sessions are Thursday, Nov. 11; Monday, Nov. 22; and Thursday, Dec. 9. In the large meeting room downstairs at Herrick Public Library, Holland. If you plan to attend the discussions, contact John for advance reading information at jandskleinheksel (at) gmail (dot) com.