The Holland Center

06/10/2026

⚠️ Warning: This $10 class may leave you smiling all week.

Come see why line dancing has become one of our most popular ways to get moving, meet people, and have fun. No partner. No experience. No judgment. Just great music, simple steps, and a room full of people learning together.

And if you've seen instructor Chris on Instagram (), you already know why people keep coming back. His energy, enthusiasm, and ability to make beginners feel comfortable turn every class into a fun, welcoming experience.

Whether you're looking for a little exercise, a new hobby, or simply a reason to get out of the house and connect with others, this beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to start.

📆 Wed. June 17, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
👉 Reserve your spot today: https://hollandcenter.org/event/line-dancing-for-beginners-8

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 fu...

06/10/2026

We believe strong communities are built when people have places where they can learn, grow, and feel connected. Thank you, Kiwanis Club of Carefree, AZ, for helping The Holland Center create those opportunities for local families and young creatives. ❤️

Kiwanis Club of Carefree is proud to support programs that inspire creativity, confidence, and the next generation of storytellers. Students in the Creative Writing class at The Holland Center were able to see their work brought to life in printed books to share with family and friends. Keep up the great work!

06/09/2026

There's still time to reserve your spot for some of the remaining free Beat the Heat class in June!
✅Signup for as many as you want—for free!
👉https://hollandcenter.org/series/beat-the-heat

06/06/2026

The Desert Foothills Volunteers "Get Involved Gathering (GIG)" brought community members together to discover new ways they can make an impact volunteering with our local nonprofits.

The Holland Center was proud to host this inspiring event as part of our commitment to being a community hub where nonprofits can grow and thrive.

It was a great reminder of the power of bringing people together to strengthen our community. 🙌

For more information, visit https://desertfoothillsvolunteers.org/

When Community comes together...it's magic

06/06/2026

Great leadership isn’t just about direction—it’s about connection.
Scottsdale Police Department Assistant Chief, and returning speaker at our Desert Foothills Leadership Academy, Rich Slavin, reminds us of what truly matters in this HEARTfelt article.
https://hollandcenter.org/leadership-with-heart/

06/02/2026

There's still time to reserve your spot for a free Beat the Heat class in June!
✅Signup for as many as you want—for free!
👇https://hollandcenter.org/series/beat-the-heat
💡Satisfy a curiosity and meet someone new!

05/30/2026

What if one of the keys to healthy aging is simply staying creative?

This article from the National Institute on Aging - NIH highlights how creative activities like singing, improvisation, and visual arts can boost wellbeing, foster connection, and enrich our lives as we age.

At The Holland Center, we see these benefits every day through our sing-alongs, improv classes, and creative arts classes.

And if you've ever wondered whether creative activities can truly make a difference, this article offers compelling evidence that they can. Give it a read and see why creativity is much more than a pastime—it's an investment in lifelong vitality.

https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/participating-arts-creates-paths-healthy-aging
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Participating in creative arts may improve older adults’ health, well-being, and independence, studies show. Read how music and theater programs impact aging.

05/29/2026

Our popular summer Beat the Heat class series is back!
✅Signup for as many as you want—for free!
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https://hollandcenter.org/series/beat-the-heat
🥤Make a pitstop at the cafe for a refreshing drink and fresh-baked sourdough bread too!

05/28/2026

🎨Take a ride on the Art Bus! 🚌
Meet at The Holland Center, ride in an AIR-CONDITIONED charter coach, and connect with friends on a private, docent-led tour of the Radical Clay Exhibit at The Phoenix Art Museum.
📅 Wednesday, June 10th - seats are limited so reserve your space today!
https://hollandcenter.org/event/art-bus-phoenix-art-museum-tour-with-transportation/

Opening September 24 | Radical Clay: Contemporary Women Artists from Japan ⁠
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Discover 40 avant-garde ceramic works by 36 pioneering women artists from post–World War II Japan who redefined a traditionally male-dominated art form with bold, inventive approaches to shape, color, and texture.⁠
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Learn more here: https://phxart.org/exhibition/radical-clay/
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Image Credits: Shingu Sayaka, Erosion No. 4 Shokka (Eroding Flower), 2021 (detail). Glazed and unglazed stoneware. Carol & Jeffrey Horvitz Collection of Contemporary Japanese Ceramics. Photography by Richard Goodbody⁠
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Radical Clay: Contemporary Women Artists from Japan is organized by the Art Institute of Chicago and the Carol and Jeffrey Horvitz Collection and curated by Janice Katz, Roger L. Weston Curator of Japanese Art. Its presentation at Phoenix Art Museum is coordinated by Colin Pearson, Curator of Asian Art.⁠

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All exhibitions at Phoenix Art Museum are underwritten by the Phoenix Art Museum Exhibition Excellence Fund, founded by The Opatrny Family Foundation with additional major support provided by Joan Cremin.

05/27/2026

❓ GUESS BEFORE YOU SCROLL!
How long has The Holland Center been serving the community?

A) Since 1986
B) Since 1995
C) Since 2005
D) Since 2015

✨ Answer: A! We're celebrating 40 years this year! Here's a bit about our history: https://hollandcenter.org/who-we-are/
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