Have you ever gotten something in a box that was so nice you just couldn't throw it away?  Think jewelry, an iphone, or a special gift.  DON'T get rid of it!  Re-use it! In this class we will use the art form of paper collage to transform and decorate a special box to be given as a gift for someone, a Thanksgiving hostess gift, or even to keep for yourself! [...]

  In this 2-hour class, come learn to make mobius [flower] units in chain mail and wire-wrapped dangles.    You will have a choice of dangle colors in magnesite, howlite, or agate. Wires are in sterling-fill.  If you need titanium hypo-allergenic ear wires instead of the sterling-fill, please let us know. Please bring $5 to class for materials. These earrings are perfect for gifts, or they can be a wonderful [...]

What if you could be happy, feel good, experience joy and wake up each morning excited about the day ahead? What if you could feel like this regardless of what is going on around you? The last two years have taken a toll on all of us to varying degrees. Know that regardless of what has happened, it is possible to get back to living your life with Ease, and [...]

Learn how to use the system to stay well.  This session will discuss preventative care, sick care, and proactive care.  What do you need for better health? Topics discussed will include: Basic health care practices, basic body knowledge Basic illness care 9Proactive vs reactive health care) Common surgical care Commonly prescribed rehab practices (i.e. physical therapy, OT) Alternative treatment modalities Barbara Hewitt has been teaching in all areas of health sciences [...]

Would you like to build abundance and balance in your home? The Feng Shui bagua is a basic tool to help you.  It is a 9-quadrant grid used to assess balance in specific life areas of the home. Understanding how to use a Feng Shui bagua is a basic step in making Feng Shui adjustments for favorable outcomes. Understanding out of balance areas can assist in making successful changes in [...]

Larry Charles is providing Open Studio time every month.  Here's a chance to paint or draw under the supervision of an accomplished artist, who is eager to inspire you to try different mediums and subject matters. He will be doing this once a month on Tuesday afternoons. Nov. 1, Nov. 29 and Dec. 13, from 1:00-4:00 pm. Larry will bring in some still life set-ups, or you can paint or [...]

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. We are very fortunate to have Jana Frederick offer a free seminar on this subject.  [...]

How would you like to spend a fun afternoon crafting with paper and a glue gun!  In this repeat class led by Mimi Damrauer, you will learn how to construct a beautiful elegant giant paper flower that you can display on its own or as a part of a flower wall.  Think of the possibilities! TAKE AWAY: One Giant Sunflower Paper Flower @ 22". Please bring an apron to class our [...]

Attention Art Lovers!  Nicolette is giving her students a chance to purchase her series, "Art, Coffee, and Conversation" all at one time.  There will be 6 sessions starting on Nov. 4 as well as an end-of-the-year party, and you can purchase this package right here.  This will save you having to sign up each month. This package is for IN-Person and ONLINE classes, you can choose each month which you [...]

Nicolette is coming back to the Holland Community Center!  She will begin holding her classes in-person at the Holland Community Center and Online on the First Friday of the Month. November's class is entitled: "Fairies, Elves, and Pixies, Oh My!  Nicolette writes, "Do you know what a Kelpie is? Well neither did I until I started to go down the "rabbit hole" again on this subject. My most requested topic [...]

This class is the first week of an 8-week series of classes to explain how to prevent Diabetes, deal with Diabetes, understand Diabetes, or help someone with Diabetes.  Jana Frederick has broken this series up into weekly classes as she believes that in order to approach something like Diabetes, you need to set small, doable goals and deal with changes in small chunks. This week, Jana will give you an [...]

        Roberta Kritzia will bring an exhibit of her original art works, done on location in Europe. She will discuss each piece of artwork, in detail. Roberta has developed a series of art techniques which are helpful for artists who wish to paint and sketch while traveling ....or while in "their own backyard." Roberta Kritzia, Professional Artist, Lecturer, Art Tour Designer and Art Instructor has designed and [...]

Most of the rest of the world sees America as The West.  Westward movement began early in American history as the small nation began to explore the vast resources of North America.  We will capture the movement West from early coast settlements on the Atlantic Ocean through the admission of Arizona as the nation’s 48th state.  We will explore how adventurous people, undaunted by challenge, and more than a little good [...]

This class is the second week of an 8-week series of classes to explain how to prevent Diabetes, deal with Diabetes, understand Diabetes, or help someone with Diabetes.  Jana Frederick has broken this series up into weekly classes as she believes that in order to approach something like Diabetes, you need to set small, doable goals and deal with changes in small chunks. This week, Jana will give you some [...]

  SESSION THREE: TOOLS USED TO ASSESS HEALTH This session covers the basics of body system functions, blood work interpretation and ways to prevent disease progression, and disease prevention. Barbara Hewitt has been teaching in all areas of health sciences for many years. Her passion includes teaching individuals how to become more active in their health care decisions. She is a strong advocate for preventive health practices and for health improvement. [...]

Larry Charles is providing Open Studio time every month.  Here's a chance to paint or draw under the supervision of an accomplished artist, who is eager to inspire you to try different mediums and subject matters. He will be doing this once a month on Tuesday afternoons. Nov. 1, Nov. 29 and Dec. 13, from 1:00-4:00 pm. Larry will bring in some still life set-ups, or you can paint or [...]