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 [...]
It’s never too late (or early) to start investing in your health. Aging With Grace & Strength is a 4-week course to help you enjoy a lifetime of more wellbeing and vitality. Receive lifestyle and stress management tips to help your mind and nervous system maintain grace under pressures of life stresses that come with aging, such as moving, memory, digestion, and sleep issues. Learn breathing practices to strengthen your [...]
Explore the art of fused glass. Students in this class will complete a beautiful holiday candle curve. Project will be fused and slumped and ready to pick up approximately one week after the class. Using holly leaves, pebbles of glass, frit (ground glass) and other glass items the student will personalize the curve. To make a keepsake for the future. You will work on your piece in class, then Kathy [...]
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, [...]
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