History, Arts, and Culture

Nicolette is back with an all new lineup!  She's starting the season with photography and some amazing award winners. How do they catch those moments, and photo artists who will amaze you. Bring a photo you would hate to lose. Nicolette Bonnstetter has been educating and entertaining our community with her wonderful blend of creativity, humor, and thought-provoking discussions. Her insight adds an enjoyable and relatable aspect to the art [...]

Professional artist & art educator Nicolette Bonnstetter enlightens our community about the art world with her blend of creativity, humor, and thought-provoking discussions in the Art, Coffee, & Conversation series. Seasoned art enthusiasts and newcomers alike will enjoy her relatable approach to deeper contemplation about art. SERIES DATES: Every 1st Friday of the month at 10:00 AM. Sometimes Nicolette needs to change dates, so please always double check dates on [...]

Get to know eight accomplished artists and learn all about their creative processes in the Amazing Artist series -- a collaboration between The Sonoran Arts League & The Holland Center. This month's featured artist: Photographer Jules Gallatig. This is a fantastic opportunity for art enthusiasts to connect with local talented artists as they share their journeys, inspirations, and passions with our community.  SERIES DATES: Every 2nd Monday at 1:00 PM [...]

Churchill's powerful personality and “bulldog” assertiveness often got him into trouble. But his leadership in times of crisis is among the greatest, and he was the first of only eight foreigners to be granted honorary U.S. citizenship. Come explore the spectacular life of “his lordship, Sir Winston Churchill”. FORMAT: In-Person - classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Lecture AGES: Adults, Youth Ages 14-18 EXPERIENCE LEVEL: All skill levels PREREQUISITES: None FEE AMOUNT: Thanks [...]

Get to know eight accomplished artists and learn all about their creative processes in the Amazing Artist series -- a collaboration between The Sonoran Arts League & The Holland Center. This month's featured artist: Michael McKee. "Color, shape, shadow and light define the language of my compositions. I use this language with joyful expression and a dance of design to bring my landscapes to life." - Michael McKee This is [...]

The American flag represents more than just the United States as a nation; it serves as an aspirational symbol of individualism and self-determination and has become an image of hope and freedom worldwide. Come explore the history of the American flag, the myths and the facts, and how it has been depicted in American culture. FORMAT: In-Person - classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Lecture AGES: Adults 18+, Youth Ages 14-18 EXPERIENCE LEVEL: [...]

Professional artist & art educator Nicolette Bonnstetter enlightens our community about the art world with her blend of creativity, humor, and thought-provoking discussions in the Art, Coffee, & Conversation series. Seasoned art enthusiasts and newcomers alike will enjoy her relatable approach to deeper contemplation about art. SERIES DATES: Every 1st Friday of the month at 10:00 AM. Sometimes Nicolette needs to change dates, so please always double check dates on [...]

Discover a peculiar past of plane crashes, ghosts, murders, wildfires, volcanic activity, military, mining, and ranching in the McDowell Mountains -- plus urbanization and preservation activities on the natural resources of the area, and the unique contributions of women from the various cultures that inhabited the area. FORMAT: In-Person - classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Lecture AGES: Adults 18+, Youth Ages 14-18 EXPERIENCE LEVEL: All skill levels PREREQUISITES: None FEE AMOUNT: $10. [...]

Get to know eight accomplished artists and learn all about their creative processes in the Amazing Artist series -- a collaboration between The Sonoran Arts League & The Holland Center. This month's featured artist: Linda Storey-London, often described as surrealism her fine art paintings reflect the passion and wonder she feels when observing the natural world.  Linda would like to share her sense of magic, mystery and maybe a little [...]

Our student art gallery is proud to host a new Art Show & Reception for students from Cactus Shadows High School.  See original works from 3 AP students who are working on their Arizona Seal of Arts Proficiency. Please show them your support and stop by and see their great work.. snacks are involved!      

Professional artist & art educator Nicolette Bonnstetter enlightens our community about the art world with her blend of creativity, humor, and thought-provoking discussions in the Art, Coffee, & Conversation series. Seasoned art enthusiasts and newcomers alike will enjoy her relatable approach to deeper contemplation about art. SERIES DATES: Every 1st Friday of the month at 10:00 AM. Sometimes Nicolette needs to change dates, so please always double check dates on [...]

Get to know accomplished artists and learn all about their creative processes in the Amazing Artist series -- a collaboration between The Sonoran Arts League & The Holland Center. This is a fantastic opportunity for art enthusiasts to connect with local talented artists as they share their journeys, inspirations, and passions with our community. This month's featured artist: Judy Bruce. See more about Judy below. SERIES DATES: Every 2nd Monday [...]

Indulge in the history of two local romances gone wrong. We’ll revisit the stories and police investigations which gripped the Valley, presented by local historian Bruce Wall who was previously a Crime Prevention Police Aide at The Scottsdale Police Department. FORMAT: In-Person – classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Lecture AGES: Adults 18+ FEE: Thanks to our donors, there is no charge to attend this event but please kindly RSVP below so we can plan [...]

Get to know accomplished artists and learn all about their creative processes in the Amazing Artist series -- a collaboration between The Sonoran Arts League & The Holland Center. This is a fantastic opportunity for art enthusiasts to connect with local talented artists as they share their journeys, inspirations, and passions with our community. This month's featured artist: Roxanne Eklund - a fiber and textile artist living in the Sonoran [...]

Get to know eight accomplished artists and learn all about their creative processes in the Amazing Artist series -- a collaboration between The Sonoran Arts League & The Holland Center. This month's featured artist: Gordon Paul Mischke. This is a fantastic opportunity for art enthusiasts to connect with local talented artists as they share their journeys, inspirations, and passions with our community.