Come learn more about volunteering at the Holland Community Center! Our volunteer opportunities are endless; committees, events, speakers, greeters, front desk, handyman, phone calls, data entry, social media, marketing, hospitality… the list goes on and we are sure you will find something fun to interest you!
Looking for a fun place to hang with friends during fall break? Feel overwhelmed by demands of school and social pressures? Want more confidence taking tests, in sports, or socializing after school? Curious how to feel more calm when stress bells go off? Then take a break and digital detox and invest in your well-being at The Holland Center. Learn easy, effective and enjoyable self-care tips from a Certified [...]
These Affirmation Angel Card messages are used with Sallyann’s customized deck of angel cards, Sallyann will ask you to shuffle the deck and pull a card with specific intentions. Your answers will come from your guardian angel in the form of a positive affirmation message. Each reading is 15 minutes by appointed time slots only. $25 per 15 minute session from 6-8pm Register and book your 15 minute appointment here. [...]
Come to complimentary informational meeting about how to manage or avoid diabetes. On November 1, the Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Change Program launches. Janna Frederick, NBC-HWC Lifestyle Coach for this 6 month Diabetes Prevention Program, has successfully led this course before. She's helped people make lifestyle changes that support greater wellbeing. This course includes: A proven program to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. A CDC-approved curriculum and trained lifestyle coach [...]
Looking for a fun place to hang with friends during fall break? Feel overwhelmed by demands of school and social pressures? Want more confidence taking tests, in sports, or socializing after school? Curious how to feel more calm when stress bells go off? Then take a break and digital detox and invest in your well-being at The Holland Center. Learn easy, effective and enjoyable self-care tips from a Certified [...]
Linda Budge is a painter and an animal lover who combines her passions for art and living creatures to produce works that radiate empathy and painterly grace. Her extensive knowledge of animals and deep experience interacting with them explains her uncanny ability to capture her subjects so accurately; and also helps to explain why her work carries such emotional power. As part of our Lifelong Learning Program, the 2023 Spotlight [...]
Do you want to learn about the 5 Stages of Consciousness, which stage you're in, and how to advance? This engaging and interactive workshop will explore the different levels your consciousness can reach and discover where you stand based on what drives you and the challenges that prevent you from being the best version of yourself. In this 3-hour workshop session, led by one of Arizona's top hypnotherapists, Michele Guy Syne, [...]
Did you know there is a flute over 9 feet long? Myths, history, and local stories will be covered in this captivating educational journey into the world of flutes. Join us as two members of the Central Arizona Flute Ensemble (CAFE) group delve into the rich history, diverse cultures, and enchanting melodies of the flute family. You will see and hear all five members of the silver flute family (including [...]
We will explore the geneses of the first amendments to the United States Constitution, exploring their reasoning, why they were established and what they represent. We will examine their relevance to the original Articles within the text of the Constitution and review the various Supreme Court rulings that have given depth and breadth to these Bill of Rights. Tuesday, October 17 at 4:00. $10 donation at door.
Launching the Travel Talk series with David Decker, this class will provide a wealth of knowledge about a complex and confusing aspect of traveling in the post-pandemic era. Is it a scam or worth the investment? What to buy and why Important tips to save money AND protect your trip Ask questions, share stories and hear real examples from fellow community members Coffee and snacks provided, and of course, [...]
The Holland Center and Desert Foothills Library are proud to host the 2nd Annual Desert Foothills Book Festival. READING IS FUN! It’s even better when you come meet the Award-Winning Local Authors who write the books you love to read! Have a blast talking all things book and don’t forget to get a signed copy of your favorite! It’s a great way to support local authors and our community, and [...]
Greg Tomb and his Glass Pumpkin Patch is back for the 4rd Annual Fundraiser for the Holland Community Center! October 20, 21, 22 from 10am - 5pm
Greg Tomb and his Glass Pumpkin Patch is back for the 4rd Annual Fundraiser for the Holland Community Center! October 20, 21, 22 from 10am - 5pm
Are you retired or close to retirement? What follows retirement? Whether you have or have not decided what your purpose is, this class for women, by women, can bring enlightenment. In spite of the topics remaining the same, the class environment is ever evolving. Why, because of YOU. Your story-of-life gives the topic depth because of your experiences. Topics can include: marriage, being single, career change, health, caring for loved [...]
Come and hear the intriguing, entertaining and often hilarious, stories of crimes committed in Scottsdale from 1901 - 1978. Along the way, we'll learn a lot of history too: how the mail was first brought from Phoenix to Scottsdale, why a high school football team in Arizona has a has a unique nickname, and what investigative tools were available to the police through history. This meticulously researched presentation by Scottsdale [...]
You won't want to miss this annual FREE event! Held on the beautiful patio at The Holland Community Center, 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! SEMINARS BEGIN AT 10 / 10:45 / 11:30 / [...]
Kathy Nelson is returning to the Holland Center to teach her Holiday Curve Class. In this class, under the direction of a lifelong artist, you will create your own unique holiday piece. Learn about glass fusing and how to use various forms of glass. Create a holiday keepsake, or gift for a special someone. Students will complete a 8x15” glass holiday fused glass curve. Using various types of glass (pebbles, [...]
This seminar is designed to help you prevent Type 2 Diabetes, and give you as much information as possible on it. 1 out of 3 American adults has prediabetes. It's very important to know what you are dealing with, how to prevent it, how to help family members, and how to cope with it yourself. The Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Change Program includes: A proven program to prevent or delay [...]
The Quiet Ones- This month we talk about the artist’s that make you pause, breathe, and feel their work. Some of my favorites... Nicolette is back for a new season with her wonderful blend of creativity, humor, and thought-provoking discussions. Her insight adds an enjoyable and relatable aspect to the art world, while her thought-provoking nature encourages us to contemplate deeper meanings and connections. If you are seasoned enthusiast or [...]
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, November through April and begin at 10am. [...]
Prepare to be swept away by melodies that touch the soul and rhythms that unite us all. Join us for a mesmerizing musical experience as the Central Arizona Flute Ensemble (CAFE) takes the stage in a vibrant concert that transcends the boundaries between performers and audience. CAFE promises not just a concert, but an interactive journey into the world of melodies, emotions, and unity. Get ready to experience your favorite [...]
Are you tired of being told what health care you need? Are you ready to learn how to navigate our crazy system of healthcare? Do you need to understand what procedures are required, or, just recommended? Do you want to learn how to become a partner in your health care? Guidance and suggestion to these topics will be covered in this three part consumer health lecture series. Today, being a [...]
Pastel is a bold, colorful and exciting form of artistic output and expression. It is executed with fragile, finger-sized sticks. These drawing crayons, called pastels, are made of powdered pigments. A variety of colors can be achieved and they are spectacular to look at. In this course of three classes students learn how to capture vibrancy and luminosity using the pastel medium (no oil pastels please). Students will participate the [...]
For four Tuesday mornings, instructor Larry Charles will share the tricks and techniques that professional artists use to add more realism to their paintings. Whether you are a beginner or an artist who wants to expand your subject matter, this class is for you. The workshops will spend half the time showing you oil painting techniques, and the other half exploring acrylic painting. Topics include proportion and scale, shading and [...]
Who wants to be a Veterinarian when you grow up? Start your journey now with our Little Vet Program! Offered by Little Medical School, this 6 week after-school program is for youths age 6-10. After “adopting” their very own plush puppy, students will role play the key responsibilities of a veterinarian, including how to properly perform a nose-to-tail exam. The Little Veterinarian School encourages elementary school children to role play [...]
Rattlesnakes are often the subjects of myths and misinformation. Join us to learn the truth about these misunderstood animals, whether you're new to Arizona, a long-time resident, or a native! Presented by Brian Hughes, a well respected community educator and the legendary "Rattlesnake Guy." Brian has a wealth of knowledge with very practical information and is always entertaining, don't miss him this year! Presented by Desert Foothills Land Trust [...]
The desert is a beautiful place with so much to see, so much to do. But you must be careful! Len Marcisz, a Legacy Steward for the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy, is going to enlighten and educate you about unusual ways in which people end up ten toes in the air in the middle of the Sonoran Desert! He will provide information on how to deal with rattlesnakes, Gila monsters, scorpions, [...]
This seminar is designed to help you prevent Type 2 Diabetes, and give you as much information as possible on it. 1 out of 3 American adults has prediabetes. It's very important to know what you are dealing with, how to prevent it, how to help family members, and how to cope with it yourself. The Diabetes Prevention Lifestyle Change Program includes: A proven program to prevent or delay [...]
Native Americans in the US Southwest developed sophisticated skills in astronomy and predicting the seasons, centuries before non-Indigenous peoples entered the region. In this presentation, archaeologist Allen Dart discusses archaeological and ethnographic evidence of ancient astronomical and calendrical reckoning practices seen in petroglyphs, architecture, and settlement layouts in Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah, and interprets how these discoveries may relate to ancient Native American rituals. Thursday November 9th 6:00pm [...]
All your favorite vendors will be back for the 2nd year at the Holland Center...come see the new things they have! GCS Farmers Market will be here the 2nd Saturday of the month, November -April from 9am - 1pm with over 50 vendors. For vendor information go to www.gcsfarmersmarket.com . Farmers Market Flyer
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