HD SOUTH, Home of the Gilbert Historical Museum, invites you to the 19th Annual “Art of Quilting” Show with a special exhibit from the American Quilt Study Group which will feature quilts from the collection “19th Century Blues; More Than Just Indigo”. The “Art of Quilting” show will run from February 27 to March 28, 2024. HD […]
We’ve partnered with ASU Athletics in a fundraising event which includes three major ASU Men’s Basketball games. HD South Fundraiser Night events include: 🔱 Jan 17 (Wed) v UCLA 7pm 🔱 Jan 20 (Sat) v USC 12pm 🔱 Feb 28 (Wed) v UA 8pm $5 of every ticket purchase through the link below will go back to […]
Arizona was the home to 24 German prisoner of war camps during World War Two. Steve Hoza has spoken to hundreds of former POW’s, their guards and camp personnel, and presents a PowerPoint on the history of these camps. Included is the famous mass escape from Papago Park in December of 1944. There will be […]
We are partnering with the American Red Cross and hosting a blood drive. The blood drive will be held in our Neely Community room. To encourage donors to make a paws-itive impact during Red Cross Month, we’re thanking all those who present to give with a new all-donor promotion + giveaway. Those who come to give […]
Join HD SOUTHs talented volunteer Louise Kircher as she shares her expertise in cross-stitching. Learn the basics of stamped cross-stitching in this class. Participants will create a flower design wall-hanging on unbleached muslin to take home. All supplies and instructions will be provided. Ages 8 to 12 recommended. Class limited to 6 students. Registration is […]
Join acclaimed local artist Jean Smith, for a paint and sip night at the museum. Bring a friend and your favorite beverage and enjoy an evening of painting. During this workshop, participants will be instructed on varying artistic techniques to make their own personal art projects. Be sure to bring your special someone for an […]
The literature on gratitude indicates that it has a range of benefits for both the giver and the recipient. Join ASU Professor emeritus Duane Roen, founding coordinator for the Project for Writing and Recording Family History in the College of Integrative Science and Arts, as we consider the ways in which each of us has […]
Welcome back local author Roberta Gibson as she reads and discusses her nonfiction picture book How To Build An Insect. Then tap into your own creativity and build an insect model of your own. All Supplies are provided. Ages 5 through 9, but all are welcome. Registration is required. Cost: FREE
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 […]
Join Vickie Powell from Mae’s Cookie Jar and enjoy decorating Easter themed cookies. Vickie will guide participants on how to hold the icing bags, outlining, flooding, and on wet techniques. Ages 8 and up. All supplies and a take-home box are provided. Registration is required at www.maescookiejar.com/hdsouth
Join HD SOUTH and Professor Emeritus Dr. John Craft, Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at ASU, for this exclusive look into the history of newspapers in Arizona. Did you know that there have been almost 1,800 newspapers listed in Arizona since the first was established in Tubac in 1859? Time travel back […]
HD SOUTH is partnering with AZCEND Family Resources to bring to you a program which helps families develop, practice, and maintain home literacy routines. Topics discussed include how to build intrinsic motivation in children, and how to prepare the brain for reading. There will also be a weekly book bag rotation. Raising A Reader is a four-session workshop with […]
Welcome back local children’s author-illustrator, Jenifer Tull-Gauger, for a book reading and workshop. Jenifer will read The Nice, New Karate Kid: A Dojo Kun Character Book on Fighting Disrespect & Trouble from her children’s character-building picture book series. Following the book-reading, she will lead a respect workshop. In this workshop, participants will learn to write […]