HD SOUTH welcomes author Jim Shepard as he presents “Unique Plants of the Sonoran Desert And Arid Lands.” The iconic saguaro reaches for the sky. A prickly pear cactus produces delicious edible fruit. An agave sends up a 12-foot-high flower stalk to create future agaves. Using nature's perfectly engineered spines, Chollas ‘jump’ onto a passing […]
Welcome back Leanne Cordon, a member of the Gilbert Visual Arts League (GVAL), as she shares her talent and helps children develop theirs. Leanne will teach simple art techniques that will engage a child’s creativity and create an artwork of their own. All supplies will be provided. Ages 5 thru 15. Registration is required.
Join us with a friend or family for an adventure making 4 Mini Acrylic Paintings inspired by the sea. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
On Wednesday, May 15th from 9:30am-2:30pm HD SOUTH is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive in the Neely Community Room. To make an appointment log onto www.redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code HD SOUTH.
HD SOUTH welcomes local author Sande Roberts and her wonderful book “Blake’s Big Day”. Sande will read from her book and share with participants a story about Blake, who counts himself a very lucky cat when a man named Glen decides to adopt him. Little did they both know; Glen is lucky as well. Blake […]
Join AP teacher Karen Maas and her STEM students from Gilbert Classical Academy, as they share a STEM learning adventure with participants. GCA - Gilbert Classical Academy STEM HS students will be introducing a variety of STEM activities. They will be teaching 3D printing with both 3D pens and 3D printers. Beginning with CAD applications […]
Opening Reception: SPLIT: THREADS OF FRACTURE AND CONNECTION – SUSAN ALLRED Each of us experience moments of fracture, division, and separation. These “splits,” whether they’re physical, emotional or societal, profoundly shape our perspective. In this fiber arts exhibition, Susan Allred uses the traditional crafting of quilting to create sculptural forms that explore the nature of […]
Hear what it takes to leave it all behind and start a new life, in a new culture with new customs and a new language! Join speaker extraordinaire Peter Schumann as he shares how he used his past travel experiences, self-evaluation, and internal fortitude to make his dream come true. Registration is required.
Meditation can provide relief from the intrusive thoughts of grief. It can also help your nervous system learn to heal with your grief. Join Stuart Preston, certified Sound Practitioner, in a sound “healing” session designed specifically for those grieving a loss. Participants must bring a yoga mat, 1-2 blankets and a pillow. Please wear comfortable […]
Susan Allred is a mixed media artist who works primarily with fiber to explore the ways it affects and reflects our daily lives. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required.