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  • Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show – February 21-22

    Featured Navajo Rug and Jewelry Show – February 20-23
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Our fourth annual Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show is truly a memorable cultural awareness event that we're privileged to experience in our area. Shop for one-of-a-kind handmade Navajo rugs, jewelry, and crafts — and experience Native music, weaving demonstrations & stories, and cultural teachings. 100% of all proceeds directly support the Navajo Elders and help reduce the extreme poverty and hardship they face on the Navajo Reservation.

  • Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show – February 21-22

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

    Our annual Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show is truly a memorable cultural awareness event that we're privileged to experience in our area. Shop for one-of-a-kind handmade Navajo rugs, jewelry, and crafts — and experience Native music, weaving demonstrations & stories, and cultural teachings. 100% of all proceeds directly support the Navajo Elders and help reduce the extreme poverty and hardship they face on the Navajo Reservation.

  • Defensive Play: How to Read the Table in American Mah Jongg CLASS IS FULL

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

    Sharpen your strategy with our Defensive Play workshop, designed to help you use the Charleston to collect early information, read exposures, make safer discards, and know when to pivot from offense to defense. If you're ready to elevate your game, this class is for you.

    $35.00

  • Phoenix Art Museum Presents: Kids Say the Darndest Things… about Art

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

    Phoenix Art Museum Docent Lisa Spahr presents a fun & engaging lecture about the joys of taking children on tours of the Museum. Their fresh perspectives and comments—sometimes funny, sometimes poignant—are always unique. Fearless and honest, their thoughts and observations make us see familiar works in a new way. We'll also discuss some of the most iconic works from the Museum's collection—each one with insights from the youngest guests.

  • The Roots of Rock & Roll

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

    Join Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) Docent Jeff Weiner to discover how 1950's rock grew from rhythm & blues and other early styles. Hear the artists who inspired Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and more. Enjoy discussion, music clips, and plenty of toe-tapping fun!

  • Walk in Harmony at the Hollow

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    Harmony Hollow 44316 N Spur Cross Road, Cave Creek, az

    Embrace your wellness journey and build a relationship with yourself and the world around you using all your senses. Surrounded by nature, you will explore the synergy between mind, body, and spirit in a location that surrounds you with harmony. Hosted by our Signature Program, Desert Awareness Committee, in the Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area of Cave Creek.

    $25.00

  • Pop-Up Purse Sale with Purse Impressions – Last Day!

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

    This 2-day marketplace-style event will feature over 300 unique new and gently used specialty purses for sale, raffle baskets, and a purse drive to benefit Purse-Impressions. There is no entry fee to the event, however patrons are encouraged to bring a donation of purses, jewelry, or hygiene products.

  • Art Gallery Reception: Sieve Image Retrospective

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

    You are invited to a special event celebrating the art of expression by our current featured gallery artist Jerry Sieve. Registration not required, but RSVP kindly requested on our website.

  • Rest & Restore Sound Bath

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

    A new and popular class! Experience deep relaxation and renewal through the soothing power of sound. This restorative sound bath combines crystal bowls, chimes, and grounding instruments to create calming vibrations that help quiet the mind, release stress, and bring the body back into balance.

    $35.00

  • Deep History of Arizona – Desert Foothills Land Trust Speaker Series

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

    Take a journey through nearly 2 billion years of Arizona's geological history, revealing how ancient forces created the landscapes we treasure today, with Dr. Steve Semken of Arizona State University. Dr. Semken will reveal how ancient seas, volcanic eruptions, and climate shifts created everything from the Grand Canyon to the Sonoran Desert. This presentation offers everyone a chance to understand the incredible forces and time scales that created the places we call home.

  • Discovery Hour – Memory-Boost Brain Training POSTPONED

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

    Do you ever misplace your keys, forget names, or struggle to recall details as quickly as you once did? You’re not alone. Memory challenges are a normal part of life, but you can strengthen your brain with the right exercises. Participants will explore how memory works, why it changes over time, and most importantly how to give it a healthy workout.

  • Create Everlasting Glass Flowers

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

    Explore fused glass art by creating two colorful flowers with your choice of petals and colors, then design unique blooms using frit, stringers, and pebbles. Pieces will be kiln-fused and slumped into graceful forms, and will be ready for pickup in 1–2 weeks.

    $85.00

  • PBS History Detectives – The Mystery of an Unusual Navajo Rug

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

    Join us as PBS "History Detectives" host Dr. Eduardo Pagan investigates the mystery behind an unusual Navajo rug. The story takes us to meet a Navajo medicine man and a traditional Navajo weaver in Crownpoint, New Mexico — a place long considered the center of Navajo weaving. Did the weaver violate a taboo to create the rug? A textile historian helps us uncover who may have been behind this controversial design.

  • Understanding Home Equity Options in Retirement

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

    With over 10,000 Americans turning 62 each day, many seek smarter retirement options. Mortgage professional Rob Kanyur explains safe home equity strategies, how retirement mortgages work, and when they fit. Learn practical, accurate information to build stability and greater peace of mind.

  • Learn American Mah Jongg- CLASS IS FULL

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

    Discover the fun and strategy of American Mah Jongg—no prior experience needed! Learn essentials like tile names and suits, how to use the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card, and game play & etiquette basics. Perfect for beginners or those looking for a refresher, this class combines instruction with guided play to help you build confidence and enjoy the game.

    $90.00

  • Art, Coffee, & Conversation with Nicolette Series – Amazing Architecture

    Featured Art, Coffee, & Conversation with Nicolette
    The Holland 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. About this session: Come see the most expensive tulip art ever sold and how this flower impacted architecture.

    $10.00

  • Line Dancing for Beginners – Early Afternoon Option

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

    Our latest can’t-miss experience! Step, turn, and smile through this lively line dancing class. Beginners and seasoned two-steppers will enjoy easy routines set to country and pop. Taught by an expert instructor in a mirrored studio. Wear comfy clothes and come ready to dance. This session brings movement, rhythm, and laughter!

    $10.00

  • Line Dancing for Beginners – Late Afternoon Option

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

    Our latest can’t-miss experience! Step, turn, and smile through this lively line dancing class. Beginners and seasoned two-steppers will enjoy easy routines set to country and pop. Taught by an expert instructor in a mirrored studio. Wear comfy clothes and come ready to dance. This session brings movement, rhythm, and laughter!

    $10.00

  • Desert Awareness Park Tour

    Featured Desert Education – Desert Awareness Committee
    Desert Awareness Park 38100 N. Vermeersch Road, Cave Creek, AZ, United States

    Join us for a leisurely stroll through our local native desert park — led by a Desert Awareness Naturalist — and learn about Sonoran Desert upland plants and how they survive. Walks are the 1st Saturday of the month December through April, begin at 10 a.m., and last for 90 minutes. The Nature Trail is relatively flat, and the Saguaro Trail is slightly uphill.

  • Amazing Artist Series – Featuring Sandy Pendleton

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

    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: Sandy Pendleton - Glass.

    $10.00

  • Learn to Paint Travel Memories in Watercolor with Larry Charles – Morning Option – CLASS IS FULL

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

    In four Tuesday classes, Larry Charles —a nationally-recognized, exhibiting artist and expert instructor—helps you bring your travel memories to life. Each class begins with a step-by-step demonstration, then you’ll paint alongside Larry as he shares tips for capturing atmosphere, light, and detail and how to make people, buildings, and landscapes glow with realism and personality.

    $200.00

  • Learn to Paint Travel Memories in Watercolor with Larry Charles – Afternoon Option

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

    In four Tuesday classes, Larry Charles —a nationally-recognized, exhibiting artist and expert instructor—helps you bring your travel memories to life. Each class begins with a step-by-step demonstration, then you’ll paint alongside Larry as he shares tips for capturing atmosphere, light, and detail and how to make people, buildings, and landscapes glow with realism and personality.

    $200.00

  • Mah Jongg Strategy: Building a Better Hand- CLASS IS FULL

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

    Learn how to get the most out of every deal. Discover the strengths in your starting hand, use simple hand-building strategies, and make confident decisions as the game unfolds. You’ll learn when to stay the course, when to adjust, and how to manage risk from the Charleston to the final tile.

    $35.00

  • Journal Jam: Write, Reflect, and Connect!

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

    Join the Journal Jam and get ready to express yourself, connect, and get creative. Bring your thoughts for a fun journaling session filled with prompts, sharing, and inspiration.  Reflect, write, and discover with a comfortable group of new friends.

  • The Art of Charcoal: A Beginner’s Journey

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

    Learn an easy, step-by-step approach to charcoal drawing with instructor Adrienne Lee as she demonstrates techniques, shares helpful shortcuts, and offers tips for achieving realism and composition. A highlight of the class is using an eraser to remove charcoal and reveal the white of the paper. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a finished drawing.

    $95.00

  • Catch the Light: Fused Glass Suncatchers

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

    Catch the Arizona sun with one-of-a-kind fused glass suncatchers you create yourself using dots, stringers, frit, powder, vitrigraph, murrini, and sheet glass. Go bold, simple, or intricate—the creative possibilities are endless. Perfect for all experience levels.

    $90.00

  • BE SAFE: Police Interaction Skills

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

    BE SAFE equips teens and adults with developmental disabilities with practical skills for safe interactions with law enforcement. Through video modeling, discussion, and role-play, participants learn what to do during everyday police encounters and in emergencies. Local police officers will demonstrate how to build understanding and trust, and help attendees & caregivers feel more confident and prepared in community settings.

  • Beginner Guided Open Play: American Mah Jongg – CLASS IS FULL

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

    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.

    $10.00

  • Beginning Painting with Acrylics

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

    In two joyful, fear-free sessions for beginners, students will focus on the principles of painting along with the skills needed for acrylic application. Through structured exercises, students will learn the basics of value, composition, and color along with simple wet and dry brush techniques that will de-mystify the painting process.

    $45.00