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SUMMARY:Beginner Guided Open Play: American Mah Jongg (Class Full)
DESCRIPTION:This guided play session is perfect for anyone who has already learned the rules and basics of American Mah Jongg but would like extra support while playing. It’s a relaxed\, hands-on way to strengthen your skills\, ask questions\, and build confidence at the table. \nJoin us for a fun and welcoming session where you can strategize\, socialize\, and maybe even call “Mahjong!” Whether you come solo or bring a friend\, there’s always a seat waiting for you. Our games are purely social\, with no money involved\, just the joy of playing together and celebrating every win. We can’t wait to play with you! \n\nPlease bring your 2026 NMJL card (BYOC). You’re welcome to use your own set or borrow one provided. 12 spots available for this Open Play.\nNo lessons will be given. This is a chance to play\, learn through experience\, and enjoy the game together.\nWe’ll use name tags to help everyone connect.\n\nFORMAT: In-person\nAGES: Adults 16+\nEXPERIENCE LEVEL: Beginner – Advanced Beginner\nPREREQUISITES: Previous American Mah Jongg beginner lessons\nWHAT TO BRING: Please bring your 2026 NMJL card (Bring Your Own Card)\nFEE: $25.00 per player. Please register below.\nINSTRUCTOR: Katie Petrine \nWith a background in education\, Katie makes Mahjong’s patterns and strategies easy to understand through approachable\, engaging lessons. Her goal is to create a welcoming space where players of all experience levels can build confidence and enjoy the game through learning and social play. She is a current member of the Mahj Life Instructor Guild. \n 
URL:https://hollandcenter.org/event/beginner-guided-open-play-american-mah-jongg-10/
LOCATION:The Holland Center\, 34250 N. 60th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85266\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mind Sports
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi for Everyone - October Series
DESCRIPTION:Discover the gentle power of Tai Chi in this four-session class designed for beginners as well as returning enthusiasts. Tai Chi offers an enjoyable hour of beneficial\, low-impact exercise that can provide meaningful health benefits—particularly for balance\, flexibility\, posture and over-all well-being. Medical Research has shown Tai Chi may also provide stress reduction and improved cardiovascular fitness. \nEach class begins with breathing exercises and gentle stretching before learning Tai Chi techniques in a welcoming\, supportive environment. \nAlthough Tai Chi originated as a defensive Martial Art form hundreds of years ago\, as an exercise practice it involves slow\, flowing movements without an opponent. \nSERIES DATES: Mondays October 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 | 2026\nFORMAT: In-person\nINSTRUCTION METHOD: Hands-on\nPREREQUISITES: None\nWHAT TO BRING: Loose-fitting clothing and close-toed shoes with good arch support are recommended.\nAGES: Adults 16+\nEXPERIENCE LEVEL: Beginner/Intermediate\nFEE: $40.00 – includes 4 sessions. Please purchase tickets below.\nINSTRUCTOR NAME: Peggi Cornelius \nPeggi has been instructing in the Guang Ping Yang style of Tai Chi since 2013. She has taught beginning and intermediate classes at Paradise Valley Community College and through the Tempe Parks and Recreation Program. She especially enjoys introducing beginning Tai Chi students to the many benefits gained from the regular practice of slow and gentle whole-body movement.
URL:https://hollandcenter.org/event/tai-chi-for-everyone-october-series-2/
LOCATION:The Holland Center\, 34250 N. 60th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85266\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance and Movement,Health and Wellness
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SUMMARY:Youth Sewing: Make a Halloween Treat Bag
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn this class\, students will be introduced to beginning basic sewing skills using a sewing machine. Each student will make their own fun and festive Halloween Treat Bag\, choosing from multiple fabric\, color and design choices. \nStudents will learn about sewing machines and how to thread the machine\, sew straight lines and  follow shapes as they sew together their own fun\, festive\, reusable and fully lined Halloween treat bag. \nClass will include a 30 minute lunch break. \nOpen to all youth ages 8-14 \nLOCATION: Class will be held at The Holland Center.\nFORMAT: In-person classroom\nINSTRUCTION METHOD: Hands-on\, Workshop\nAGES: Youth ages 8-14\nEXPERIENCE LEVEL: Beginner\nPREREQUISITES: None\nWHAT TO BRING: Please bring a lunch\, water\, and wear closed-toe shoes\nFEE: $15.00 – includes use of sewing machines and materials. ESA funds accepted.\nREGISTRATION: Purchase tickets below. Registration will close at 5pm Saturday October 3. \nINSTRUCTOR: Eva Kilgore \nEva is an experienced seamstress and quilter and is passionate about helping students learn basic lifelong sewing skills. \n 
URL:https://hollandcenter.org/event/youth-sewing-make-a-halloween-treat-bag/
LOCATION:The Holland Center\, 34250 N. 60th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85266\, United States
CATEGORIES:Creative Arts,Life and Vocational Skills,Youth
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