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  • Discovery Hour – The Majestic Saguaro and How You Can Help

    Featured Exclusive Lectures
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    The majestic saguaro cactus, a symbol of the American Southwest, is facing an existential crisis. Urban sprawl is encroaching on its habitat and, as cities expand, the saguaro population dwindles. Join us in learning about how Friends of Tonto National Forest (FOTNF) is stepping up to help, and how you can join in their efforts.

  • Foundations in Painting: Adorable Gambel’s Quail in Oils

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

    Beginners welcome! Create a whimsical scene from our Sonoran Desert by using oil paints to bring out the beauty of these avian treasures. Learn tips for capturing their remarkable topknot plume with intricate blends of gray, chestnut and blue plumage and their striking white face markings by layering color and brush strokes for feathers.

    $110.00

  • The Art of Framing in Fused Glass

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

    Create a one-of-a-kind frame for your special photo! Learn how to make a colorful and fun frame for a 5x7 or 4×6 picture—perfect for any learning level, and makes a fantastic gift or addition to your home.

    $89.00

  • Ensuring Lifelong Care & Financial Security for Special Needs Dependents

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

    Learn practical strategies that ensure lifelong care and financial security for special needs dependents. Participants will learn about financial planning options to create a sustainable care plan. Designed to offer peace of mind, this class empowers caregivers to build a secure future for their loved ones.

  • Desert Storytelling Workshop

    Featured Desert Education – Desert Awareness Committee
    Harmony Hollow 44316 N Spur Cross Road, Cave Creek, az

    Our Signature Program Desert Awareness Committee (DAC) invites you to hone your storytelling skills in a fun, interactive way amidst the natural beauty of Harmony Hollow at Spur Cross. Storytellers from the renowned South Mountain Storytelling Institute will teach you how to create engaging stories related to life in the desert, and that will delight and educate the listener.

    $25.00

  • Desert Foothills Book Festival

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

    Celebrate stories, community, and creativity at the Desert Foothills Book Festival! Meet award-winning local authors, explore books across every genre, and take home signed favorites. Enjoy lively conversations with fellow readers and discover new stories that inspire. Admission is free—join us for a fun day dedicated to books and the people who love them.

  • Your Next Chapter: Finding Clarity & Fulfillment

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

    Are you at a crossroads wondering what’s next? In this immersive 3-hour transformative experience, you’ll be guided through exercises and breakthrough coaching. Whether you’re pivoting careers, relationships, or personal growth, this experience will empower you to navigate your next chapter with clarity and confidence. You’ll leave with a renewed sense of direction that lights you up from the inside out.

    $35.00

  • Fall Fresh Flower Topiary Design

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

    Step into the season with elegance as you design a stunning, custom centerpiece using premium fresh autumn blooms that you can take home for your holiday table. Guided by professional flower designer Lori Kirby, you’ll learn techniques for working with upscale materials, balancing textures, and styling arrangements worthy of a boutique floral studio. Perfect for those looking to elevate their floral skills or for simply enjoying a refined creative experience.

    $65.00

  • A Tour of Hohokam Archaeology

    Featured Exclusive Lectures
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Join us for an exciting exploration of Hohokam archaeology, led by professional archaeologist Ryan Arp, who will guide you through the fascinating world of the Hohokam—focusing on Preclassic period sites throughout the Greater Phoenix area.

  • The World’s Changing Demographics – Jim Sherbert Lecture Series

    Featured Jim Sherbert Lecture Series
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    The world is in the midst of a shocking demographic change. The developed nations of the world (the Americas plus Europe and China) have a fertility rate of well below the 2.2 required to retain a stable population. Compounding the issue, life expectancy has climbed to a point that seniors will make up a disproportional percentage of the population, as much as 50% in some countries, within the next 25 years. We will explore the social, economic and geopolitical impact of this trend, while attempting to explore the specific impact these changes will have on the United States.

  • How to Maximize Your Veterans Benefits

    Featured Family Caregiver Series
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Discover the benefits you or your loved ones may be missing out on in our free, informative class on senior VA benefits and care options. Learn how the VA supports seniors with essential services like home health, hospice, and home care—and understand the key differences between them. Whether you're caring for a veteran or planning ahead, this session will empower you with knowledge and resources.

  • Paint Playing with Gold Leaf in Acrylics-CANCELLED

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

    Beginners welcomed! With step-by-step guidance, learn how to use gold leaf in your painting from nationally exhibiting and published artist Beth Zink. Pick your bird from two choices to complete an 8×10 canvas masterpiece that will be ready for framing.

    $95.00

  • Paint a Fur Friend with Pastels-cancelled by artist

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

    Create a captivating portrait of a fur friend with pastels. Learn how to paint realistic fur, capture details & textures, and get the values correct as you create a wonderful piece of art that you can proudly display at home or give as a gift.

    $125.00

  • Youth Weaving on Hand Looms

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

    Come discover the wonderful world of weaving—beginner friendly! With each pick and weave, over and under, you get into a nice rhythm and find yourself relaxing and enjoying the weaving process. Take home a beautiful weaving that you can hang on your bedroom wall or locker! Bring a friend and have a great time.

    $25.00

  • Desert Florals in Pastels

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

  • Medicare Myth Busters: Separate Facts from Fiction

    Featured Family Caregiver Series
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Think you know Medicare? Think again! Join us as we bust the most common myths and misunderstandings about Medicare coverage, costs, and enrollment. From “Medicare is free” to “You can’t change plans,” we’ll tackle the misinformation and give you the real facts. Perfect for anyone who wants to feel confident and informed.

  • Gold and Silver: A Strategy in Today’s Market

    Featured Exclusive Lectures
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Discover why gold and silver remain timeless assets with unique advantages no other investment can match. We'll cover the benefits unique only to gold and silver and explore their historical performance as a store of value across centuries. Participants will also learn about the different types of gold and silver and the values of holding each, and how these metals play a vital role in today’s economy.

  • Page to Stage: Where Kids Bring Stories to Life

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

    Give your child the chance to write, create, and perform! Page to Stage helps 4th–6th graders transform their own stories into short plays. Guided by a children’s author and theater pros, they’ll gain confidence and creativity as their original plays come to life in a “reader’s theatre” showcase.

    $79.00
  • Community Fest 2025

    Community Fest

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    Harold's Corral 6895 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ, United States

    Join us for an evening of celebration that brings the entire community together AND that benefits a good cause. Tickets are $25 per person and includes Harold’s famous BBQ, live music, games, and raffles. A portion of sales goes straight back to The Holland Center to support our arts & education programming.

  • Prickly Pear Fest

    Prickly Pear Festival

    Featured Desert Education – Desert Awareness Committee
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    You won't want to miss this annual FREE event! Hosted by our Desert Awareness Committee and held on the patio, the Prickly Pear Fest is a treasured event in our Sonoran Desert. Come learn about the many things you can do with this abundant fruit including harvesting, juicing and flour processing. There will be delicious samples of smoothies, salsa, bread and more!

  • An Uneventful Event – the Gala Where You Get to Stay Home!

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

    Who knew staying home could do so much good? Join us in a unique fundraiser supporting The Holland Center while enjoying some of your favorite at-home activities. Whether you’re watching your favorite movie, binge-watching a new series, ordering take-out from a local restaurant, or diving into a great book, you can make a meaningful impact from the comfort of your own couch!

    $50.00 – $1,000.00

  • Paper Bead Making and Dangle Project

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

    Learn a simple and easy process for creating gorgeous paper beads to use in your art projects — taught by award-winning textile artist Mimi Damrauer. Also learn how to use some of your beads for creating a dangle to use as a journal charm, bag or zipper pull, or even an accent for to wrap a gift. Walk away with many handmade beads to use in your journaling, scrapbooking, notecards, and other artistic projects.

    $45.00

  • Improv for Seniors – Come Laugh with Us!

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

    In four (4) classes, Sandi Carll from our Signature Program Desert Foothills Theater will host an engaging and lively improv class. Participants will actively participate in fun and easy improv games designed to improve cognitive ability, foster brain health, and broaden creative expression.

    $60.00

  • Learn Freehand Sketching

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

    In just four (4) classes, you can master the techniques of freehand sketching from Larry Charles — a nationally-recognized, exhibiting artist and expert instructor. It's an ideal skill when traveling with a sketchbook, or drawing your family at sports events and during the holidays. Larry begins each class with a demonstration, then guides you through a step-by-step process with individual attention at every stage.

    $200.00

  • Volunteer “Get Involved Gathering”

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

    The Holland Center is proud to host the next Get Involved Gathering (GIG) with Desert Foothills Volunteers! Meet local nonprofits, explore ways to give back, and find volunteer opportunities—including at The Holland Center—that make a difference in our community.

  • How to Keep Family Members from Getting Scammed

    Featured Family Caregiver Series
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Senior Fraud is rampant in our country and slick scammers have talked our seniors out of billions of dollars. Learn what to watch for and how to protect your parents and loved ones.

  • Your Community Parks

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

    Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Holland Center invite community members to discover the wealth of recreational opportunities available in their own backyard. The evening will feature presentations and discussions from distinguished leaders representing the region's major park systems who will provide insights into the diverse types of parks available to the community, the important distinctions between parks and nature preserves, and the crucial role these spaces play in community well-being.