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  • Chakra Art & Reflection Workshop- Cancelled

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

    This workshop blends guided reflection, mindfulness and creative expression to explore the body's energy centers known as chakras. Through the art of painting and assembling a personalized "chakra totem." Each session includes opening meditation and centering breathwork, optional journaling and guided creativity with stone painting.

    $240.00

  • Taste of Tai Chi

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

    This 4-session class is designed as an introduction for beginners but can also be taken repeatedly as an enjoyable hour of beneficial exercise where students have reported improvement in balance, flexibility, and posture. Warm-up includes breathing and stretching prior to the Tai Chi movements.

    $40.00

  • Sparkle and Fuse: Create Glass Dragonflies

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

    Create one-of-a-kind, captivating glass dragonflies to add an enchanted sparkle to your garden -- or to give as a gift. Combine various glass elements together, including frit ground glass, pebbles of glass, and stringers. No glass cutting skills required. Each student will make one large and one small dragonfly.

    $80.00

  • 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) Monday afternoon 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 Watercolor Illustration with Larry Charles

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

    In four (4) Tuesday morning classes, Larry Charles -- a nationally-recognized, exhibiting artist and expert instructor -- will help you learn the secrets of doing quick, lifelike watercolor illustrations of the world around you. Topics include color mixing, shading, realism techniques, and tonal values. Ideal for both beginners and watercolor artists who want a higher level of image impact.

    $200.00

  • Travel Insurance 101 – What’s Important to Know

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

    Planning a big trip -- especially internationally? Learn why travel insurance is an important investment and how it works. Learn tips to save money AND protect your trip. You’ll have time to ask questions and hear about travel stories from other people. And there will be prizes to give away and treats to eat!

    $15.00

  • Broadway Beats: Dance for the Stage- Cancelled

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

    Step into the spotlight with a series of three (3) high-energy dance classes designed specifically for theater and acting students. Whether you're prepping for your next high school musical or gearing up for dance casting calls, this class will boost your confidence and sharpen your skills in a fun, supportive environment.

    $50.00

  • Foundations of Painting: Capturing the Wild Burro in Oils

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

    Beginners welcome! Wild Burros reign supreme as an emblematic resident of the Sonoran Desert. Using oil paints on canvas, you'll learn tips to capture one of these adorable residents through the layering of color and brush strokes. You will also learn about the materials, brush styles, paint mixing, palette layouts, composition, and values.

    $110.00

  • Paint Desert Birds: Owls and Roadrunners- 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 paint desert birds 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

  • Tangled Unique Flower Coasters

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

    Join us for a fun and inspiring creative morning where participants will design and paint two unique flower-themed coasters using easy-to-learn, tangled-style patterns. This relaxing class encourages creativity, play, and self-expression -- one stroke at a time.

    $35.00

  • Become a Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Cadet

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

    Youth ages 14-18 are invited to attend three (3) introductory meetings for free to see if The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Cadet Program is right for them. The program is a community-based policing program designed to educate and engage young men and women in law enforcement functions, whether they decide to enter the field or not. As a Cadet, young adults have the opportunity to assist the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office as volunteers and receive specialized law enforcement training, attend weekly meetings, and volunteer to perform important community services. Along the way, they learn teamwork, responsibility, accountability, leadership, ethics, and other fundamental skills that enable youth to be successful in life.

  • Labor Unions in America – Jim Sherbert Lecture Series

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

    The industrial revolution drove the expansion of opportunity and wealth beyond anyone’s imagination. But with this expansion came a spectacular increase in the demand for laborers who were often treated as merely disposable tools. Labor unions successfully evolved to establish work standards and protect worker’s safety. But with that success also came socialism and corruption. We will examine the history of labor unions including an in-depth look at their structure and function and which ones were most influential.

  • The Big, Beautiful Bill: How Does It Affect My Retirement?

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

    There are key changes that could redefine retirement for millions! Join us to learn how the Big Beautiful Bill impacts your overall financial plan. We'll take a closer look at what’s in the bill and how it may affect taxpayers and investors.

  • Create an Illuminated Felted Fiber Sculpture

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

    Learn wet felting by turning wool fluff and other embellishment materials into a beautiful transparent fiber sculpture that will be illuminated from within by a portable light. Your finished piece doubles as an art sculpture and light in your home, and you'll walk away with the knowledge necessary to continue your wet felting journey on your own.

    $94.00

  • Pop-Up Free Spanish Tutoring

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

    Are you a student ages 7-15 and need some extra help with your Spanish school work or homework? Studying for quizzes or tests? Our pop up free Spanish tutoring with Ruth may be a great help to you.

  • Angel Hour

    Featured Wellness Wednesdays with Sallyann
    The Holland Center 34250 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

    Unwind and raise your vibration at The Angel Hour— a relaxed and inspiring gathering with Sallyann, a gifted Clairvoyant, Spiritual Consultant, and Reiki Master. Soak in the good energy as she shares uplifting stories of angel encounters, energy shifts, and personal empowerment. Learn how connecting with your guardian angels can bring clarity, calm, and renewed purpose.

  • Paint Desert Flowers in Vivid Pastels- Cancelled

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

    Are you captivated by the stunning hues of our desert flowers? Unleash your inner artist and experiment with pastel color layering to create vibrant flowers with vivid colors and forms.

    $125.00

  • Magic and Miracles: How to Live in the Quantum

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

    Learn how to live in the quantum, where all possibilities exist. We are far more powerful than we have been led to believe, and we all have the ability to create what we want in our lives. The challenge, however, is to figure out -- or "remember" -- how to do that. Learn tools and exercises to get you there from a certified hypnotherapist and civil engineer.

    $44.44

  • Beginning Spanish for Travelers

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

    Ready to travel Spanish speaking countries?  This engaging four (4) class series is designed for beginner students in Spanish who want to start building speaking confidence while traveling through Spanish-speaking countries. We’ll go beyond the basics and dive into real-world scenarios—from navigating transportation and handling emergencies to conversing with locals about culture, food, and customs.

    $217.00

  • Discovery Hour: Navigate Your Life’s Next Chapter

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

    When life presents a crossroads, the right direction isn’t always obvious — but your inner compass knows the way. In this transformative workshop, you’ll learn how to tune into your intuition, align with your highest values, and design a vision that feels both exciting and deeply meaningful.

  • Travel Cruising for Beginners & Experts

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

    Thinking about cruising but have never gone? Think you know everything because you've been cruising for years? Come learn you'll something you didn't know before about modern cruising and why it's such a great way to travel. And there will be prizes to give away and treats to eat!

    $15.00

  • The Aging Brain – Healthy Aging & Cognitive Health Lecture Series

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

    Brian Browne returns to The Holland Center to help us learn how brain structure, function, and cognition change across the lifespan. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of what constitutes normal brain aging, how to distinguish it from abnormal brain aging, and the latest research on understanding the biology of dementia.

  • Senior Resource Fair- Aging doesn’t have to be Scary!

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

    This free event is designed for seniors and the people who love them. Explore a wide range of resources to help plan for the future and navigate the aging process with confidence. Topics include fraud prevention, Medicare, in-home care, independent living, financial planning, staying active, caregiver support, and more. Whether you’re gathering information for yourself or someone you care for, you’ll find practical support and friendly faces ready to help.

  • Stories from the Files of the Scottsdale Police Department

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

    Direct from the files of the Scottsdale Police Department comes fascinating Scottsdale crime stories. Cases include an explosive situation at a city facility that targeted a city employee and bank robbery that led to an international manhunt. Note: not appropriate for children. We’ll revisit gripping stories and police investigations, presented by local historian Bruce Wall -- former Scottsdale Police Department Crime Prevention Police Aide.

  • Fall in Love with Color with Charlie Green

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

    Think fall shades aren’t for you? Think again! Join award-winning makeup artist Charlie Green for a hands-on session that proves autumn colors are flattering on everyone.

    $15.00

  • Art Gallery Exhibit: Youth Book Covers – Ongoing Display

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

    Collection curated by: The Holland Center's Youth Creative Writing Class ..... All exhibitions are supported by the generous donors of The Holland Center and Desert Foothills Book Festival. ..... About the Artists Kids in grades 4-6 each created a book from start to finish including layout, editing, critiquing, and illustration. They even attended a book signing event to celebrate their final masterpiece with friends and family! Our Youth Gallery currently [...]

  • Art, Coffee, and Conversation with Nicolette Season Pass

    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. This is an opportunity to purchase a 2025-26 season pass for all 7 lectures at a reduced rate of $50. Individual sessions for $10 [...]

    $50.00

  • Art, Coffee, & Conversation with Nicolette – The Art of Food

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    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.

    $10.00

  • Making Condiments at Home

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

    Discover how simple & satisfying it is to make your own classic condiments at home with no preservatives, just pure flavor. In this hands-on demonstration, Janey White and sous chef helper Nicolette Bonnstetter will show you how to whip up favorites like mayonnaise & aioli, mustard, ketchup, and BBQ sauce. Learn how to customize each recipe to suit your taste, and take home a few new favorites to elevate your next meal.