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.
Supplement your child's education with Actor's Quest — a one-day workshop, presented by our Signature Program Desert Foothills Theater. DFTs Children's Director will guide creativity, movement, and storytelling through interactive theatre games and acting exercises. This specialized homeschool theatre arts and literacy program offers a holistic approach to education, providing students with a wide range of academic, social-emotional, and creative benefits.
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: Art gone BIG...size matters and can change how you feel about what the artist is showing you.
Create your own stunning 5" x 5" fused glass landscape! Students will be guided step-by-step through the process of designing and assembling your unique winter landscape. Using sheet glass, frit, powder, stringers, and vitrigraph you’ll learn how to layer and arrange the glass to bring your landscape to life. Join in and create a unique and beautiful piece of art.
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.
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.
Every Monday, join other artists learning, creating and painting together. All levels are welcome and encouraged to meet other artists in a positive and supportive environment. New students will be guided through basic exercises as your learn to paint. Experienced painters will find a supportive community of artists and guidance from a teacher that respects your uniqueness as an artist.
Looking to make a difference in Carefree and Cave Creek? Join us for this free community event featuring local nonprofits in one place. Meet representatives, learn about missions and volunteer opportunities, ask questions, and sign up for volunteer training. Discover ways to turn your skills and passions into meaningful local action—all while enjoying a free light lunch.
As the future of the Colorado River hangs in the balance, Arizona faces critical questions about water supply and sustainability. Learn how history, policy, and changing conditions are shaping the future of one of the Southwest's most pressing concerns: water.
Join in on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday each month for American Mah Jongg Open Play. Bring your friends, make new friends, and enjoy an afternoon of American Mah Jongg strategy and fun. All levels are welcome to join, with a special invitation to those that have taken our Learn American Mah Jongg and Beginner Guided Open Play classes.
Looking for thoughtful, handmade gifts that are meaningful without breaking the holiday budget? Join us for an interactive workshop where you’ll learn about essential oils and create your own custom essential oil spray to keep for yourself or give a special gift to someone you love, making it a fun and meaningful addition to your holiday gifting.
Teens ages 14–18 are invited to join the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Cadet Program — a unique opportunity to learn about law enforcement, build leadership skills, and serve the community. Weekly Tuesday afternoon sessions provide hands-on training and real-world insight into public safety. This is a drop-in program—students can start at any time.
Looking for thoughtful, handmade gifts that are meaningful without breaking the holiday budget? Join us for an interactive workshop where you’ll learn about essential oils and create your own custom essential oil spray to keep for yourself or give a special gift to someone you love, making it a fun and meaningful addition to your holiday gifting.
Create a glowing desert flower painting in this relaxed, hands-on pastel workshop! Learn layering, texture, depth, and vibrant color techniques while following step-by-step with the instructor. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this class makes pastels feel approachable, expressive, and fun—no perfection required, just creativity.
Bring a little magic to your holiday décor! Build and design your own beautiful sea glass Christmas/Holiday tree. Your one-of-a-kind piece will combine the peaceful beauty of the ocean with the warm glow of the holiday season. Working with colorful, smooth, frosted beach glass, you’ll build your unique tree and artfully weave fairy lights throughout your tree, illuminating the glass.
Join this free session where students will take a journey inside the human body! Students will learn how major organs and body systems work together, including the heart, lungs, brain, muscles, and bones. Students will conduct a heart-rate experiment to investigate how activity affects the circulatory system and they will build a working lung model to see how breathing happens.
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.
This can’t-miss line dancing class features an expert instructor guiding beginners and seasoned dancers through easy routines set to country and pop music. Wear comfy clothes and enjoy movement, rhythm, and laughter in a welcoming environment; there's no audience watching while you learn—just fun, low-impact exercise while learning new steps with others.
Every Monday, join other artists learning, creating and painting together. All levels are welcome and encouraged to meet other artists in a positive and supportive environment. New students will be guided through basic exercises as your learn to paint. Experienced painters will find a supportive community of artists and guidance from a teacher that respects your uniqueness as an artist.
What fuels the brain—and what happens when its ability to use fuel changes with age? Join Dr. Brian Browne and learn about glucose metabolism, insulin resistance, ketone bodies and agerelated cognitive decline due to cerebral glucose utilization.
Every Monday, join other artists learning, creating and painting together. All levels are welcome and encouraged to meet other artists in a positive and supportive environment. New students will be guided through basic exercises as your learn to paint. Experienced painters will find a supportive community of artists and guidance from a teacher that respects your uniqueness as an artist.
In this two (2) session workshop, nationally recognized artist and instructor Larry Charles will teach you how to create two unique, personalized pet portraits - for yourself or to give as a gift. One on a chalkboard with a hand-painted wooden frame and one on an antique slate chalkboard used in schoolrooms over a hundred years ago.
Discover the fun and strategy of American Mah Jongg in this lively, hands-on class. No 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 and etiquette. This class combines instruction with guided play to help you build confidence and enjoy the game.
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.
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.
Explore the science of astronomy and how you can get started stargazing at home with Kevin LeGore of Focus Astronomy.
Join in on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday each month for American Mah Jongg Open Play. Bring your friends, make new friends, and enjoy an afternoon of American Mah Jongg strategy and fun. All levels are welcome to join, with a special invitation to those that have taken our Learn American Mah Jongg and Beginner Guided Open Play classes.
The holidays should bring joy—not overwhelm. Join us for an encouraging and practical class filled with simple techniques to reduce holiday stress, improve emotional wellness, and create more peace throughout the busiest season of the year. You will also receive a complimentary wellness gift to take home and continue their self-care journey throughout the holidays.
Join us for the 5th Annual Winter Artisan Market, presented by The Holland Center and the Sonoran Arts League! Shop a wonderful selection of handcrafted gifts and one-of-a-kind creations from talented local artists and makers. It’s a fun way to kick off your holiday shopping, support local artists, and maybe even find a little something for yourself. 🎁 Admission is free, so bring a friend and come enjoy a festive day of shopping and creativity!
Join us for the 5th Annual Winter Artisan Market, presented by The Holland Center and the Sonoran Arts League! Shop a wonderful selection of handcrafted gifts and one-of-a-kind creations from talented local artists and makers. It’s a fun way to kick off your holiday shopping, support local artists, and maybe even find a little something for yourself. 🎁 Admission is free, so bring a friend and come enjoy a festive day of shopping and creativity!
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