Preserve our beautiful desert in glass! You will be doing a large curved piece of glass, with a Sonoran Desert theme. Kathy Nelson, our premier glass artist, will be showing you how to create this work of art using pre cut cactus pieces, frit (ground glass), stringers and noodles to create a cactus garden like no other! It should be fun. You will work on your piece in class, and [...]
This class will help you enjoy hikes, bike rides, picnics, and road trips amidst the desert heat. Learn 3 easy, effective, and enjoyable tips to enjoy a cool body and chilled attitude all summer long. Avoid heat exhaustion, heartburn, and cranky moods. Class includes a refreshing summer mocktail. Kellen Brugman is a Certified Holistic Wellness Coach and Ayurveda Lifestyle Consultant. She teaches people how to transform wellness portfolios from a [...]
Do you start your day with positive affirmations? Have you been listening to your guardian angels? Join Sallyann Martinez as she helps us start our day with her quick and easy Affirmation Angel Card messages, giving intention and love to those who need them. Using Sallyann’s customized deck of angel cards, Sallyann will ask you to shuffle the deck and pull a card. The process is easy and done with [...]
Arizona summers are harsh on the skin. Learn why it's important to protect and nourish your skin. Dr. Aimé will discuss the often confusing topic of surgical vs. nonsurgical treatment options in anti-aging, and the importance of choosing a skilled provider. We will also be discussing the importance of summer skin care and benefits of using a perfected skincare regimen. Everyone who attends receives a SkinCare Gift Set: • [...]
We are pleased to have Beverly Bradshaw back to teach a wonderful two-day class in pastels! This two day, three-hour class will be using a landscape photograph supplied by the instructor. If you finish it in the first class, there will be additional photos for the second class, supplied, or you can bring your own photo. In the two classes we will be practicing basic techniques like underpainting techniques, and [...]
Most are familiar with Union General Sherman’s “march to the sea” during the Civil War, which changed the tactics of warfare for the next 100 years. But few are familiar with the man who’s unique discipline, strength of character and commitment to what he believed was right. His career is certainly capped by military distinction but it also included banking in San Francisco, writing a portion of the California State [...]
Take a photo journey to Africa with us! Through personal stories and a gorgeous slide show, learn about Africa’s beauty, animals, and people. Many travelers are excited by the prospect of a safari in East Africa or Southern Africa, but don’t know where to start, or what questions to ask. Ashley and Thomas Whittington have traveled to Africa many times, and enjoy sharing their journey and adventures with others. Maybe [...]
Create Collage Papers on a variety of paper using Inks, Paints, Gesso, Coffee, Watercolors and other surprise items! We will also learn how to coffee dye papers to get a vintage look. Mimi will show you how to use media in a different way that is easy and fun. You will leave with a huge stack of a variety of papers to use in your [...]
Tired of Cable TV, Internet and Phone prices? Understand how to transition to streaming TV services and what local internet services are available to you. Want to keep your landline but cut the cost by 75%? Steve Woods is the founder of the local company Tech 4 Life Computers. He brings his 20 years of helping Cave Creek / Carefree folks implement technical services in their homes and businesses to [...]
Arizona summers are harsh on the skin. Learn why it's important to protect and nourish your skin. Dr. Aimé will discuss the often confusing topic of surgical vs. nonsurgical treatment options in anti-aging, and the importance of choosing a skilled provider. We will also be discussing the importance of summer skin care and benefits of using a perfected skincare regimen. Everyone who attends receives a SkinCare Gift Set: • [...]
Each month, the Holland Center offers an afternoon Open Studio in our art room. Art instructor, Larry Charles, will be on hand to provide helpful advice about art materials and techniques as you work on a project of your own choice. Feel free to create with your oil paint, acrylics, colored pencils, watercolor, gouache or drawing pencils. Ask for helpful tips or color combinations while the Open Studio instructor [...]
As temps rise, so does the risk for your body overheating in summer. Learn tips to stay cool and safe at home, on the trail, and during outdoor activities. Joe Meier, is affiliated with Honor Health- a valued community partner and resource. There are six hospitals, three of which are Arizona designated and American College of Surgeons verified Level 1 trauma centers. We also have a new state [...]
Learn to protect yourself from identity theft, cyber attacks and scams on your computers and phones. Steve will share easy, effective tips to protect your identity and your accounts (bank, email, Amazon, etc.) as well as what steps to take if you've been hacked. This is FREE workshop and NO REGISTRATION is needed.
In four Tuesday morning workshops, you will have the chance to sample both oil painting and acrylic painting as our art instructor, Larry Charles, guides you step-by-step through the process. Each class features a painting demonstration by the instructor, followed by personal attention as you then create the same scene. And, unique to any painting class in the Valley, the Holland Center will include all your classroom paints, brushes and [...]
The Robber Barons were a byproduct of America’s business success during the Industrial Revolution. Enormous wealth and influence was created in an era before rules of commerce were created and labor laws were established. Anti-trust laws changed the landscape of American industry, but the complexity and speed of today’s commerce may be allowing a 21st century recreation of The Robber Barons. Tuesday, August 15 at 4:00. $10 donation at the [...]
Grab a D-I-C-T-I-O-N-A-R-Y and welcome to Spelling Bee! This heartfelt Tony-Award winning musical follows a group of wonderfully unique and impassioned adolescents as they compete for the bee championship. Featuring a thrilling score by William Finn, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a joyful night of comedy and quirk that celebrates the pursuit of victory and the gift of being true to oneself. Can you spell A-M-A-Z-I-N-G? This [...]
The number one cause of Level I traumas transported to the trauma center is injury resulting from a fall. These injuries can be very serious, possibly resulting in death. This program of seven two-hour classes helps older adults reduce their fear of falling by learning to view falls as controllable. A Matter of Balance will set goals for increasing activity levels, encourage small changes to reduce fall risks at home, [...]
In four Tuesday morning workshops, art instructor Larry Charles will guide you through the techniques used to create realistic drawings. Whether you are a beginner or just want to expand your range of techniques, this is the easy way to learn. Each class begins with an instructor demonstration, followed by personal mentoring as you recreate the same image. Techniques include proportion and scale, shading, sight-sizing, and human faces. All art [...]
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, [...]
All cultures, dating back to primitive times, had music. It was engrained in native cultures and often symbolized the mores of society. America has been influenced by music from around the world but has created music that is all its own. From folk, to gospel, to big-bands, to blues and to rock ‘n roll, we will journey through America’s musical history. Tuesday, September 12 at 4:00. Please note this [...]
Join us for Empower Your Life’s Joy lecture series where we will explore techniques and easy methods to help you live your best life. We start the series in September with Align with Angels. Meet and greet Sallyann, Clairvoyant, Spiritual Consultant and Reiki Master. She has helped many see their life’s purpose, relive stress and feel renewed and healed by talking to guardian angels. Come here compelling stories about empowerment, [...]
You deserve to wake up every day excited to be greeted by a space that looks and feels like "you." We forget that we are not separate from our spaces, that we share a reciprocal relationship with our homes. Too often our homes become simply containers for our possessions. Feng Shui practice allows you continually bring into alignment the elements in your home needed for you to thrive, and [...]
Want a unique display? Students will create an 8"x8” glass art piece with a butterfly in their choice of colors. These art pieces will be a joyful way to celebrate nature. Come and enjoy a chance to work with fused glass. Kathy Nelson spent most of her life on the West Coast. She enjoys working with students and has developed multiple classes to help others appreciate the world of glass. She [...]
Our very first relationship is with our environment. It is a base for our ongoing wellness or dis-ease. Our bodies process and perceive our environment even before our minds cognitively know we are in it. This process and impact on the nervous system follows through to our adulthood; when our body’s signals are stuck in the past, our environments can contain obstacles that stand in the way of our [...]
Are you retired or close to retirement? What follows retirement? Whether you have or have not decided what your purpose is, this woman only class can bring enlightenment. In spite of the topics remaining the same, the class environment never remains the same. 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 one, [...]
These four Tuesday morning watercolor workshops are specially designed for Holland Center participants to learn to capture our Southwestern lifestyle. Whether you're a beginner, or want to improve your use of our unique Southwestern colors and environment, this workshop is for you. Instructor Larry Charles begins every class with a technique demonstration, followed by personal attention as you create your own version of that scene. Topics include color mixing, composition, [...]
Join us for a presentation by Arizona Bat Rescue! Explore the world of bats, learn about their essential role in our environment, and discover how we can help protect them. This engaging event is perfect for nature enthusiasts and anyone curious about these remarkable creatures. Reserve your spot today and gain a deeper understanding of the importance of bat conservation. Presented by Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Holland Center [...]
Art of the DISH..... and Furniture too! The items we eat on and the furniture we sit on are sometimes art! Join us for discussion, I hope some laughter, and maybe some knowledge as well. Do you have a dish or plate you feel fits this category of art? Bring it with you as we start our 5th year of Art, Coffee, and Conversation. Nicolette is back for a new [...]
The Sonoran Arts League & the Holland Center are bringing together eight accomplished artists to share their journeys, inspirations, and passions with our community. This is a fantastic opportunity for art enthusiasts to connect with local talented artists and learn more about their creative processes! The first featured artist is Beth Zink, an Arizona resident since 1986, who has “fallen in love with the desert.” Beth has been called “the [...]
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 [...]
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