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 [...]
Wouldn't it be nice to experience more ease when navigating healthcare, finances, wellbeing, social life, and more? Groovin' In Your Golden Years isn't a dance class. It's an opportunity to join our community of experts and learn helpful tips and resources for seniors, their families, and caretakers. April 3, 2024 The Mysteries of Sleep There is no magic pill for sleep, but there are tips and techniques to [...]
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. [...]
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! Carol's Dad always said, "When life throws you a curveball you just have to learn to hit them!" 7 years ago a medical accident rendered [...]
Learn tips and techniques for handling and processing, prepping and pairing ten of the most productive Sonoran desert plants of our area: saguaro, mesquite, mormon tea, prickly pear, ocotillo, wolfberry, jojoba, hackberry, ironwood, and palo verde. Learn harvest tips, seasonality, flavors, varieties, and other fine points of their bounty. Now you will be ready for our Walk, Talk & Taste in the park on Saturday, April 13! Please register below [...]
In these four Tuesday morning workshops in April, you will learn how to paint more realistic watercolors from your travels. Whether you are a beginner or just want to improve your current watercolor style, these workshops by instructor Larry Charles will focus on color mixing, proportion and scale, landscapes and how to convert photos into a travel sketchbook journal. Each class begins with an instructor demonstration, followed by student work [...]
Love the ocean? Come make a restful piece of art depicting a wave that swells but never crashes. Using frit (ground glass) of various sizes a picture of a wave will emerge to grace your wall. All materials are provided by the instructor. Participants should wear closed toed shoes. Tuesday, April 9, 2024 1:00 – 4:00pm $90 INSTRUCTOR BIO Kathy Nelson spent most of her life on the West [...]
Using sage to revitalize your space is a centuries-old practice rooted in ancient traditions. The smudging of sage leaves releases purifying properties, cleansing the air of stagnant energy and negative influences as well as airborne bacteria.. The ritual of smudging with sage not only clears away any lingering negativity, but also invites in positive energies, creating a harmonious and balanced environment. Incorporating sage into your space revitalization routine can transform [...]
Using elements from nature, learn the basics on how to clean and cut a gourd. You will learn to make a bowl or vase using hand, tools, and power tools. If you have your own gourd tools it’s to your advantage to bring them for your use. Even though instructor provides gourd cutting , these supplies will be used by multiple people. After your gourd is cleaned and designed with [...]
Things I told my students and it was WRONG! Things we thought, that may have changed? So many things change daily, some of the things I told my students, are now not true. How do we deal with that? Some random thoughts for us to discuss. Join Nicolette with her wonderful blend of creativity, humor, and thought-provoking discussions. Her insight adds an enjoyable and relatable aspect to the art world, [...]
Embark on a transformative journey in "From Insight to Foresight: A Clarity Expedition," where we delve into the art of gaining profound clarity to navigate your present and chart a purposeful course for the future. This dynamic class is designed to empower you with practical tools and strategic insights, helping you connect the dots from your current position to your desired destination. BENEFITS: The class emphasizes connecting the dots from [...]
This FREE event held at our Desert Awareness Park is a perfect opportunity to learn more about our beautiful desert! Stroll through the ¼ mile trails at Desert Awareness Park and meet our education team guides along the way who share information about the plants you pass. Learn when and how to harvest as you stand before the plant. Gather in the interpretive center after your walk to taste foods [...]
This is the LAST market for the season! Come see all your favorite vendors before they pack it up for the summer. 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 .
Many believe the US Constitution is the single most important document ever conceived. Others believe it is outdated and that a second Constitutional Convention should be employed to adjust the Constitution’s core concepts for current times. We will explore the crafting of the Constitution, the debates between delegates, the compromise solutions and the “selling” of the final document to the state legislatures. We will also examine the Constitution’s influence upon [...]
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 [...]
Get ready to rock and roll with a local celebrity Steven Bergsman, Journalist and Renowned Rock 'n' Roll Author. He will share stories from his books about popular female singers who shaped and inspired singers for decades to come. If you remember this song from 1959, then you grew up during the early days of rock ‘n’ roll and It’s time to exercise your memory in a delightful way as Steve [...]
Each person will make a Creative Memories 8 x 8 Paper Album with matching Stickers. All materials included. BENEFITS: Make a wonderful 8 x 8 album either for yourself to cherish of a past event you celebrated, or the album could be for a special person in your life who they too celebrated a special event. Be social and make some new friends. Show your talent and be creative [...]
Desert Awareness Committee is hosting this FREE WORKSHOP on how to maintain your desert landscaping and raise healthy plants as they kick-off their 50th Anniversary! Join our DAC "master gardeners" to learn how you can keep your yard looking like a native lush, colorful desert, but with little water and no pruning. We help you consider where and what to plant and how to care for it. We all want [...]
Become a CHAMPION of the Holland Center’s mission by April 23, and receive a FREE tumbler and discounted drink from Organic Bread Cafe. SIGN UP HERE ON OR BEFORE APRIL 23 then come to The Holland Center any time on April 23 to receive your free tumbler and discounted drink of choice from the cafe. ***BONUS*** Choose $50 or more as your giving amount and also receive 2 free tickets [...]
No glass experience is required! Catch some Arizona sun with beautiful fused glass suncatchers that you create yourself. Make any design you want using dots, stringers, frit, powder, vitrograph and sheet glass. The class price includes the cost of the chain or wire for hanging your suncatcher and two suction cups. Projects will be contour fired in a kiln, chain attached and be available for pickup within two weeks. All [...]
One of the most common questions asked is, am I experiencing normal cognitive aging or is this the start of abnormal cognitive aging/Alzheimer's/dementia. Alzheimer's disease is the most feared disease for people over 60 especially for adults about to retire or those enjoying their retirement years.. This lecture is designed to provide detailed answers and provide a roadmap complete with information on prevention, care, and treatment. Registration Required Below. About [...]
Need a little extra help or inspiration for your Kentucky Derby Hat? Join artist Cathy Ross in our Hat Shop and she will provide hints and tips to create your masterpiece. BRING YOUR OWN HAT, raid your stash of ribbons, netting, feathers, charms, dried flowers, etc and bring any embellishments you would like to use. We will also have a supply of flowers and fun things, but if you [...]
Are you continuing to acquire stuff? Do you wish you could reclaim space in your home or garage? Are you concerned about leaving too much for your family to take care of when you’re gone? Does your clutter cause conflict in the family? Research shows that we acquire possessions to take the place of needs which aren’t being met. This may occur over a long period of time. The result [...]
Reserve your front-row seat at The Holland Center for another year of food, fun, and fancy hats! You're invited to enjoy a buffet & desserts, savor bourbon tastings & mint juleps, and have fun voting for the best Derby hat! Watch the race with friends on the big screen, and be in on the action when you pick the winner. Your participation raises funds for our 501(c)3 arts & education [...]