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The people of the Sonoran Desert not only survived but thrived in the harsh environment that surrounded them. Learn about the accumulated generational knowledge of these desert people and how they used plants to sustain themselves. We will explore the amazing properties of many essential desert plants, about gathering and processing procedures, and ways in which the plants were utilized. |
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Learn how to get the most out of every deal. Discover the strengths in your starting hand, use simple hand-building strategies, and make confident decisions as the game unfolds. You’ll learn when to stay the course, when to adjust, and how to manage risk from the Charleston to the final tile.
$35.00
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Phoenix Art Museum's Master Docent Alice Bazlen will connect you with artist Eric Fischl, and with each other, through Eric's narrative paintings that explore universal themes including memories of growing up, family relationships, anxieties about the future, and social taboos. |
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Join our fun beginner knitting class to learn basics, make new friends, and enjoy hands-on guidance. You’ll practice casting on, simple stitches, and binding off, then create either a cozy starter scarf or a small coaster to take home. Perfect for absolute beginners and previous attendees.
$25.00
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You are invited to view the Holland Gallery of Fine Art's exhibit celebrating the art of our current featured gallery artists: MJ Okawa, Robin Rand, Jennifer Summa, and Lucy Emilia and their exhibit: VIBRANCE Fine Art of Arizona Women. |
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Supplement your child's education with Actor's Quest — a one-day workshop, presented by our Signature Program Desert Foothills Theater, that links literacy with the arts! Each month, students ages 8-14 will explore a new theme with guided creativity, movement, and storytelling through interactive theatre games and acting exercises. At the end of the workshop, students will showcase their new skills to parents. |
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In four (4) 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. The class uses improv principles to practice creativity, engagement, and connection to others. Fun interactive and easy group games focus on brain health and wellness.
$60.00
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In four Tuesday workshop sessions, instructor Larry Charles —a nationally-recognized, exhibiting artist and expert instructor—will guide you step-by-step through the techniques of painting people, faces, and moving figures in watercolor. Whether you are a beginner or just want to make your current watercolors more lifelike, Larry's guidance will help your people pictures look more realistic immediately.
$200.00
Are you curious about how music can inspire a quilt? Join us as Margit Kagerer, an award-winning quilter, explains how music sparks her ideas. Participants will be able to listen to some tunes (mostly classical), and see how the melodies find their way into fabric, colors, and shapes. It’s a relaxed, creative journey that brings together sound and quilting.
In four Tuesday workshop sessions, instructor Larry Charles —a nationally-recognized, exhibiting artist and expert instructor—will guide you step-by-step through the techniques of painting people, faces, and moving figures in watercolor. Whether you are a beginner or just want to make your current watercolors more lifelike, Larry's guidance will help your people pictures look more realistic immediately.
$200.00
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Prepare for a deep dive into a homicide from the 1980s that divided friends and relatives. Could a Scottsdale man kill his wife while in a "disassociated state" and not be a further threat to society? Explore the consequences in response to this case that received national attention, presented by local historian Bruce Wall—former Scottsdale Police Department Crime Prevention Police Aide. 
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Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Holland Center invite community members to explore the diversity of our native pollinator species, their critical role in our ecosystem, the threats they face, and simple actions you can take at home to support them, with Natalie Case of Scottsdale Community College. |
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Use your imagination to design a beautiful Valentine's Day art piece that is uniquely your vision. You’ll design and craft a one-of-a-kind glass vase adorned with colorful flowers. Your finished piece will be a lasting reminder of creativity and love.
$80.00
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Come celebrate the creativity & talent of our community youth at the Cactus Shadows High School Art Show & Reception where 4 Advanced Placement students will showcase their original works. |
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The Charleston sets the tone for your entire Mah Jongg game. It’s not just about passing tiles, but making smart, strategic choices that shape your hand and influence your opponents' decisions. In this intermediate-level class, we’ll explore how to make confident decisions during each Charleston pass, including which tiles to hold, pass, and how to balance offense and defense.
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$35.00
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. About this session: "Cats, flies, dogs and so much more have made an impact in art. Come see what I found! Do you have art with an animal in it? Bring it along."
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HONORING SEASON ONE. CELEBRATING SEASON 50! Directed by Ric Alpers Shows: February 6-8 at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center Tickets: https://www.dftheater.org/mousetraptickets Presenting the world's longest-running play! After a local woman is murdered, the guests and staff at Monkswell Manor find themselves stranded during a snowstorm. It soon becomes clear that the killer is among them, and the seven strangers grow increasingly suspicious of one another. A police detective, arriving [...] |
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Join us for a leisurely stroll through our local native desert park — led by a Desert Awareness Naturalist — and learn about Sonoran Desert upland plants and how they survive. Walks are the 1st Saturday of the month December through April, begin at 10 a.m., and last for 90 minutes. The Nature Trail is relatively flat, and the Saguaro Trail is slightly uphill. 
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Route 66 turns 100 years old in 2026 and author & travel writer Roger Naylor will discuss the Mother Road’s history and cultural significance. Arizona is the state that saved Route 66 and Naylor will tell that remarkable story. Learn about the astounding scenery, small town getaways, and mom-and-pop eateries that are still found along the Arizona portion of The Mother Road.
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Get to know accomplished artists and learn all about their creative processes in the Amazing Artist series—a collaboration between The Sonoran Arts League & The Holland Center. This is a fantastic opportunity for art enthusiasts to connect with local talented artists as they share their journeys, inspirations, and passions with our community. This month's featured artist: Photographer George Gruel.
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$10.00
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Discover the fun and strategy of American Mah Jongg in this lively, hands-on class—no prior experience needed! You’ll learn the essentials like tile names and suits, how to use the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card, and the basics of game play & etiquette. Perfect for complete beginners or those looking for a refresher, this class combines instruction with guided play to help you build confidence and enjoy the game.
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$90.00
Award-winning writer and current Navajo Nation Poet Laureate, Laura Tohe, tells the history of the Navajo Code Talkers of WWII — a group of young Navajo men enlisted in the Marines who developed a secret code that saved American lives. Excerpts from live interviews with the Code Talkers tell their stories before, during, and after the war that reflect their resiliency and their service to the U.S., a country that once tried to erase Navajo identity and language in the schools.
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$10.00
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Should I stay with Cox Cable? What is the best way to switch? Does Apple TV have local channels? What other internet options work in our community These and other questions will be answered as we discuss "Cutting the Cord" as a group. Tech 4 Life Computers, Websites, and Digital Marketing will lead the discussion sharing their 23 years of local experience with our community. 
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Join the Journal Jam and get ready to express yourself, connect with others, and get creative. Bring your thoughts for a fun journaling session filled with prompts, sharing, and inspiration. Reflect, write, and discover with a comfortable group of new friends. |
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Are you captivated by the desert’s stunning hues? Unleash your inner artist and experiment with pastel layering to create vibrant flowers with rich color and form. Follow an instructor step-by-step, connect with fellow art lovers, and enjoy a supportive, playful studio as you complete your own vivid masterpiece.
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$125.00
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This low-pressure session invites participants of all levels to enjoy the creative world of poetry by listening to and discussing a selection of poems provided by the instructor. No writing or preparation needed—just come as you are to a warm, relaxing, and welcoming space for sparking imagination, exploring different voices, and connecting with others through the joy of words. |
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This guided play session is perfect for anyone who has already learned the rules and basics of American Mah Jongg but would like extra support while playing. It’s a relaxed, hands-on way to strengthen your skills, ask questions, and build confidence at the table.
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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.
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In four (4) joyful, fear-free sessions for beginners, students will focus on the principles of painting along with the skills needed for acrylic application. Through structured exercises, students will learn the basics of value, composition, and color along with simple wet and dry brush techniques that will de-mystify the painting process.
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$80.00
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A new and popular class! Experience deep relaxation and renewal through the soothing power of sound. This restorative sound bath combines crystal bowls, chimes, and grounding instruments to create calming vibrations that help quiet the mind, release stress, and bring the body back into balance.
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$35.00
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Discover how MindDNA can help reverse brain age. Each session shows you how to use 2 tools to strengthen MindDNA and recharge brain activity. Tools are from “Better from Within: 7 Steps to a Wise Brain” by award-winning author and neuro-educator Phyllis Strupp.
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$25.00
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Cattle is one of the original "Five C’s”— joining Copper, Citrus, Climate and Cotton—that formed the original foundation of the Arizona economy. The land area from Cave Creek, extending North clear to today’s Interstate 40, was not only home to the largest cattle ranch in the Southwest United States, but it was also home to the deadliest range war in American history. We will explore the evolution of the area’s now almost forgotten Cattle trade, its impact on the community, and the characters who made it possible. |
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Our latest can’t-miss experience! Step, turn, and smile through this lively one-hour line dancing class. Beginners and seasoned two-steppers will enjoy easy routines set to country and pop. Taught by an expert instructor in a mirrored studio. Wear comfy clothes and come ready to dance. This session brings movement, rhythm, and laughter!
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Our latest can’t-miss experience! Step, turn, and smile through this lively one-hour line dancing class. Beginners and seasoned two-steppers will enjoy easy routines set to country and pop. Taught by an expert instructor in a mirrored studio. Wear comfy clothes and come ready to dance. This session brings movement, rhythm, and laughter!
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Relax, sip, and let your creativity flow in this heart-centered painting experience. No art skills needed—just bring your authentic self. Guided by intention and emotion, you'll create a personal masterpiece that reflects your inner world. Come for the painting, stay for the healing vibes and meaningful connection. |
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Your Creative Playground! Looking for a space to unleash your creativity, connect with fellow artists, and spark new ideas? Our Open Art Studio is the perfect spot! Whether you love painting, drawing, collage, mixed media—or anything in between—bring your favorite supplies and dive in.
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$10.00
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You are invited to an exclusive opportunity to preview and purchase hundreds of handmade Navajo rugs and jewelry before they go on sale to the public.
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$50.00
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Our fourth annual Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show is truly a memorable cultural awareness event that we're privileged to experience in our area. Shop for one-of-a-kind handmade Navajo rugs, jewelry, and crafts — and experience Native music, weaving demonstrations & stories, and cultural teachings. 100% of all proceeds directly support the Navajo Elders and help reduce the extreme poverty and hardship they face on the Navajo Reservation. |
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Our annual Navajo Rug & Jewelry Show is truly a memorable cultural awareness event that we're privileged to experience in our area. Shop for one-of-a-kind handmade Navajo rugs, jewelry, and crafts — and experience Native music, weaving demonstrations & stories, and cultural teachings. 100% of all proceeds directly support the Navajo Elders and help reduce the extreme poverty and hardship they face on the Navajo Reservation. |
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Do you love playing bridge? Looking for a way to meet new people and exercise your brain? We are looking for men and women that would like to join a weekly bridge group that has started playing at The Holland Center on Monday mornings. If you are interested, please fill in the interest form below. 
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Sharpen your strategy with our Defensive Play workshop, designed to help you use the Charleston to collect early information, read exposures, make safer discards, and know when to pivot from offense to defense. If you're ready to elevate your game, this class is for you.
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Phoenix Art Museum Docent Lisa Spahr presents a fun & engaging lecture about the joys of taking children on tours of the Museum. Their fresh perspectives and comments—sometimes funny, sometimes poignant—are always unique. Fearless and honest, their thoughts and observations make us see familiar works in a new way. We'll also discuss some of the most iconic works from the Museum's collection—each one with insights from the youngest guests. |
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Join Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) Docent Jeff Weiner to discover how 1950's rock grew from rhythm & blues and other early styles. Hear the artists who inspired Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and more. Enjoy discussion, music clips, and plenty of toe-tapping fun! |
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This 2-day marketplace-style event will feature over 300 unique new and gently used specialty purses for sale, raffle baskets, and a purse drive to benefit Purse-Impressions. There is no entry fee to the event, however patrons are encouraged to bring a donation of purses, jewelry, or hygiene products. 
Learn how the glymphatic system clears brain waste and its implications for Alzheimer's prevention. We'll also discuss common brain toxins and strategies that optimize glymphatic brain toxin removal. |
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Embrace your wellness journey and build a relationship with yourself and the world around you using all your senses. Surrounded by nature, you will explore the synergy between mind, body, and spirit in a location that surrounds you with harmony. Hosted by our Signature Program, Desert Awareness Committee, in the Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area of Cave Creek.
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$25.00
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