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Canceled High School Poetry Jam

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Please note that this event has been cancelled. Calling all school groups, creative writing classes, literary clubs, and solo poet hobbyists in grades 9-12 who've got something to say. Spend some time with America’s Got Talent Season 15 Winner Brandon Leake for a day of learning, creating, and expressing who you are and what's on your mind. No experience necessary. Often times we have stories and emotions that we just [...]

$10.00
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Create Fused Glass Holiday Ornaments

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Make up to six larger ornaments or several smaller ones using sheet glass, vitrigraph, dots, and murrini -- and enjoy the freedom to choose contour or full-fuse firing based on your design. Bring your own ideas or get inspiration from examples provided to create gifts or to add happiness to your own home. FORMAT: In-person classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Hands-on AGES: Adults 18+ EXPERIENCE LEVEL: All skill levels PREREQUISITES: None WHAT [...]

$85.00
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Winston Churchill – Jim Sherbert Lecture Series

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

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 [...]

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Wednesdays with West – Spin the Wheel: Estate Planning Edition

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Who said estate planning can't be fun?  Join local estate attorney West Hunsaker from Morris Hall PLLC on the 3rd Wednesday of every month and learn something new about planning for your future. Refreshments will be provided. SERIES DATES: Every 3rd Wednesday at 10:00 AM at The Holland Center: August 21st: Estate Planning Bingo September 18th: Morris Hall & Judy Zimet - Real Estate and Estate Planning October 16th: Estate [...]

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O.K. Corral Gunfight Documents and the Arizona Memory Project

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Denise Lundin, a member of our Board of Directors, made international news when she found original court transcripts from the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral. Now Denise will be on-hand to tell us all about her discovery of the famous documents and how you can take advantage of the Arizona Memory Project --free of charge-- for learning and contributing to Arizona history. When Denise was Clerk of the Superior Court [...]

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Your Gut and Your Brain – Healthy Aging & Cognitive Health Lecture Series

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Science and current research has uncovered bacteria that reside inside of us could be a crucial link between the food we eat, our risk for dementia, mental health, cognitive status, behaviors, attention span, and life expectancy.  Join us and learn whether your gut health is helping or hurting your brain. FORMAT: In-person - classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Presentation AGES: Adults 18+ FEE AMOUNT: Thanks to our donors, there is no charge [...]

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Access Your Greatness for Optimal Living

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

It's now or never. Discover the greatness within you now before getting defeated by the same 'ol - same 'ol, day in and day out -- and learn how to access that greatness through tools and exercises from a certified hypnotherapist and civil engineer. Michele Guy Syne's professional and life experiences have led her to a universal truth: We all have greatness within us. The challenge, however, is to figure [...]

$44.44
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Kids Crafting: Create Eco-Friendly Holiday Decor

Learn to transform locally acquired materials from thrift stores, dumpsters, and even backyards into fabulous holiday crafts for gift giving or personal collections. Kids will be intrigued when they learn where the art materials came from and will walk away with an appreciation for saving our environment one small bit at a time. Participants will create several classic holiday decorations using recycled materials like leather, scrabble letters, paper towel rolls, [...]

$15.00

Wishing you a Very Happy Thanksgiving!

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

From our families to yours, we would like to wish you a Thanksgiving filled with warmth, joy and peace.

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Deck the Halls at The Holland Center

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Help us decorate for the holidays!  If you've ever been to the Holland Center in December, you know we LOVE to decorate for the holidays! Come join us and have some fun getting into the holiday spirit! RSVP HERE and let us know you can help.  We'll have the hot chocolate and treats ready. Two Shifts available: Monday, December 2nd from 1-4 Tuesday, December 3rd from 9-12

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Quick-Sketch Painting with Larry Charles

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Learn the secrets of quick-sketch painting from professional artist Larry Charles.  He will begin the 3-class series with a demonstration, followed by one-on-one mentoring as you create a quick-sketch scene useful for quickly capturing landscapes or moving subjects. Professional artists use quick sketches to test out their color values and composition before creating their finished painting. But you can use the same techniques to capture a quick landscape scene while [...]

$200.00
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Create a Fused Glass Holiday Plate

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Learn the art of fused glass by creating a festive holiday plate using precut designs, glass pebbles, stringers, or frit. Enjoy in your home, or gift to a special person. The completed plate will be taken to the kiln and fired, then slumped into a plate mold. Available for pickup within two weeks. FORMAT: In-person classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Hands-on AGES: Adults 18+ EXPERIENCE LEVEL:  Novice, Intermediate PREREQUISITES: None WHAT TO [...]

$80.00
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Create Eco-Friendly Holiday Gift and Decor Tags

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

A fun and earth-friendly side to creativity - learn the process of using recycled, up-cycled, and everyday items to create six different tags that can be used for holiday gift wrapping, hostess gifts, bookmarks, home decor, or any other way you choose. Create tags with a vintage feel. Or, create ones with more modern feel. The teacher brings a treasure trove of paper materials- art deco, nature, and Victorian themes. [...]

$60.00
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Winter Artisans Gift Market – Dec 6, 7

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Our annual Winter Artisans Gift Market is the area’s destination for unique gifts for friends, family, and clients -- created by regional fine artists showcasing a variety of mediums including jewelry, painting, glass art, mixed media, gourds, photography, and more. Meet talented artisans and makers showcasing their unique creations, each with its own story to tell. Engage directly with the creators and gain insight into their inspiration and artistic process. Artist [...]

Desert Awareness Park Tour

Desert Awareness Park 38100 N. Vermeersch Road, Cave Creek, AZ, United States

  Join us for a leisurely stroll through a native desert park with a Desert Awareness Naturalist. Learn the plants of the Sonoran desert upland and how they survive. Walks last for 90 minutes and begin at 10am.  The Nature Trail is relatively flat and a slightly uphill Saguaro Trail. For more information, click HERE.  Tours are the 1st Saturday of the month, December through April and begin at 10am. [...]

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Coping with Grief During the Holidays

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Holidays are filled with nostalgia and tradition, but in grief, even the happiest memories can hurt. Learn easy and effective tips to manage your pain during the holidays and get through the season with a minimum amount of stress. FORMAT: In-person - classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Presentation AGES: Adults 18+ FEE AMOUNT: Thanks to our donors, there is no charge to attend this event but please kindly RSVP below so we [...]

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Journal Jam

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Did you ever think you could develop friendships through writing and conversation? Learn about ourselves and connect with others in a small group setting, guided by quick thinks and writing prompts to encourage writing without filters and conversations without judgment. SERIES DATES: September 9th October 14th November 11th (Veterans Day) December 9 EXPERIENCE LEVEL: All skill levels PREREQUISITES: None WHAT TO BRING: N/A FEE AMOUNT: Thanks to our donors, there [...]

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Amazing Artist Series with Michael McKee

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

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 [...]

$10.00
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Open House – Come See Our New Look!

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

The Holland Center has a brand-new look thanks to our friends at Kiwanis Club of Carefree! Please join us in thanking Kiwanis for their generous donation at an open house & ribbon cutting celebration! Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP below to let us know you are coming.  

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Journal Jam

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Did you ever think you could develop friendships through writing and conversation? Learn about ourselves and connect with others in a small group setting, guided by quick thinks and writing prompts to encourage writing without filters and converse without judgement. FORMAT: In-person classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Hands-on AGES: Adults 18+ EXPERIENCE LEVEL: All skill levels PREREQUISITES: None WHAT TO BRING: Please bring a journal or paper, and your favorite writing pen or pencil. FEE AMOUNT:Thanks to our [...]

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Make a Pearl Silk Knot Necklace

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Learn the traditional technique of hand-knotting pearls on silk thread by creating your own beautiful silk-knotted pearl necklace, guided by an experienced instructor, and ideal for beginners and intermediate jewelry makers. No experience necessary. You'll learn how to evenly space knots, securely attach clasps, and handle delicate materials to craft a professional-quality necklace. You'll leave the class with an elegant pearl necklace and the skills to design more sophisticated pieces. [...]

$125.00
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The American Flag – Jim Sherbert Lecture Series

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

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: [...]

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How to Manage Anxiety, Stress, and Expectations

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Empower your joy! Learn from an experienced clairvoyant, Reiki Master, and spiritual life coach about how to deal with and let go of anxiety, stress, and expectations -- including the use of a heart protection & stress buster technique and why it is important to your joy now and always. Let’s take back your power of happiness & contentment and ability to release stress and anxiety... and walk away with [...]

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Paint Your Pet in Pastels

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Use pastels to bring your beloved pet to life in a special painting. Learn tips for capturing your pet's unique personality, techniques for creating realistic fur, and how value, composition, and layering of color all contribute to a successful painting. No drawing experience necessary. FORMAT: In-person classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Hands-on AGES: Adults 18+ EXPERIENCE LEVEL: All skill levels PREREQUISITES: None WHAT TO BRING: Photograph of your pet/animal. Headshots are easier [...]

$125.00
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A Christmas Cinderella – A Children’s Holiday Play Dec. 12-14

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo. A special holiday show for kids... and the rest of the family, too! Mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters, Cinderella gets help from her friends to attend the Prince's ball. Along the way, Santa lends his hand to bring more magic to Fairy Godmother's plan to give Cinderella the night of her dreams. In this holiday sing-a-long play, audiences will enjoy seeing familiar fairytale characters blend with holiday figures [...]

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Art, Coffee, & Conversation with Nicolette – Art with Stories

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

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 [...]

$10.00
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Holiday Sing~Along!

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Get ready to jingle all the way with us! Join a joyful interactive sing-along for all ages that’ll make your heart sing and your spirits soar! We're bringing all your favorite carols to life with a mini band and your voices to create an unforgettable experience! But wait, there's more! To keep you warm and toasty, we'll have steaming cups of hot chocolate and delicious treats to enjoy while you [...]

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The Bizarre History of Scottsdale’s McDowell Mountains

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

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. [...]

$10.00
Featured Featured Event Series Healthy Aging & Cognitive Health Lecture Series

Secrets of the Blue Zones – Healthy Aging & Cognitive Health Lecture Series

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

In five regions of the world called Blue Zones, people routinely live to be 100 and suffer far less incidence of chronic illness and disease than other parts of the world. Come learn the secrets of the Blue Zones and the lifestyle science that contributes to their optimal health and longevity. FORMAT: In-person - classroom INSTRUCTION METHOD: Presentation AGES: Adults 18+ FEE AMOUNT: Thanks to our donors, there is no [...]

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Access Your Greatness for Optimal Living

Holland Community Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

It's now or never. Discover the greatness within you now before getting defeated by the same 'ol - same 'ol, day in and day out -- and learn how to access that greatness through tools and exercises from a certified hypnotherapist and civil engineer. Michele Guy Syne's professional and life experiences have led her to a universal truth: We all have greatness within us. The challenge, however, is to figure [...]

$44.44

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