(Lyn's note: Please feel free to send us any pictures you'd like included. Here's the link to this week's Pictures of the Week.)
http://carefreeazbusinesses.com/pictures-of-the-week-111820.html
http://carefreeazbusinesses.com/pictures-of-the-week-111820.html
Carefree Veteran's Day celebration by the new Memorial Monument
Photo by Herbert Hitchon
Here are your bonus rounds from Herbert.
http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/11320-quail.html
Photo by Herbert Hitchon
Here are your bonus rounds from Herbert.
http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/11320-quail.html
Photos by Herbert Hitchon
Here's your bonus video from Herbert:
Here is the link to the Maricopa County & Rural/Metro emergency
preparedness presentation from 6/27/19. This is good info to keep saved
on your computer.
Emergency Preparedness Presentation by R/M & County: 6/27/19
http://carefreetruth2.com/carefree-truth-763.html
Giordano’s Trattoria Romana is providing custom cookies on Friday November 20, 2020 (Sound of Music). IDK the shape or style, they are sugar cookies incorporating the Sound of Music theme.
Adele Giordano
Hi Lyn,
I’ve just returned for the season and I’m enjoying the newsletter. But wanted to add 2 thumbs up for Alberto’s marmalade tart! What a unique gem that is! Thank you for the delicious picture and list of ingredients – but I think I’ll leave the magic of putting them together to Alberto’s!
Best regards,
Moddy McKeown
"Sound of Music" paired with a fantastic dining experience, what a great way to start the holiday season!
Laurie Palace
Dear Lyn,
On behalf of the Cave Creek Museum would you consider running this in your weekly Carefree Truth newsletter? We are trying to build our mailing list with all relevant contact information for friends and neighbors who might want to know more about the small-but-mighty CCM!
Cave Creek Museum Mailing List Form Link:
https://forms.gle/k21CDjbLYEaddyod8
Thanks for your consideration,
Suzanne D. Johnson
Interim Executive Director, Cave Creek Museum
OUTSTANDING!!!
Semper Fi to our veterans...
Bob Jenkins
(Lyn's note: the Memorial Day video)
Lyn:
I see, from the latest issue to the Sonoran News, that John Traynor is spreading misleading and inaccurate information.
His letter states "To date, 80% of Carefree residents and businesses who currently comprise 100% of Carefree Water Company's customers have no voice in this matter."
Facts...as I understand them. According to the Carefree website, the Carefree population in 2016 was 3,580. I doubt if it has changed very much since then. There are 527 accounts, both business and residential, in Carefree being served by Cave Creek Water. It is reasonable to assume 2 persons per account. That would be 527 x 2 = 1,054. Remove those from the population (3,580 - 1,054 = 2.526), which would be about 70% of residents and businesses on Carefree Water Company.
More importantly, all residents and businesses in Carefree have had a voice since this matter started. It was the voices of Carefree residents being served water by the Cave Creek Water Company, water that did not meet Federal guidelines month after month, that wanted a change. These voices requested that Carefree take action. The Town responded following the procedures within the inter-governmental agreement. The Town hosted informational meetings open to the public (not just Carefree residents) who could ask questions about options, costs of studies by engineering consultants, etc. After all these meetings the Town Council authorized the procedures required. If I recall correctly, John Traynor attended many of those meetings. Some meetings lost focus of the reasons for the meeting as Cave Creek and Desert Hills water users learned of the poor management of Cave Creek Water.
Regarding the comment about "no voice in this matter", Carefree residents and businesses still have to opportunity to have their voices heard by participating in Council meetings. Based on what I hear around town the majority want all Carefree residents and businesses to be treated fairly and have clean and safe water delivered. Right now, 30% of water users, those on Cave Creek Water, are subsidizing the other 70%, by not getting any benefits from the cost of operations of the Carefree Water Company.
Arthur Gimson
Non profit info:
Art, Coffee, Conversation in Dec.4, 10:00 (AZ time) www.hollandcenter.org Help Holland with a gift each month to support these kind of zooms. Join this lovely group of people and talk art!
My bed
I can’t get the amazing bed grave that we looked at this month out of my head. Maybe that’s why I’m using the one above by Tracey Emin. 😳Dec 4 10:00 (AZ time) we will look at art that will SURPRISE and SHOCK you! Get your cup of coffee and join the discussion.
Register at www.Hollandcenter.org You must register before noon the day before the discussion.
Think about art you have seen that shocked you and send the image to me…if you like. I will add it to our discussion.
Have “different” but blessed Thanksgiving. All my best to you all.
Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter
Register at www.Hollandcenter.org You must register before noon the day before the discussion.
Think about art you have seen that shocked you and send the image to me…if you like. I will add it to our discussion.
Have “different” but blessed Thanksgiving. All my best to you all.
Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter
The Foothills Caring Corps announces the addition of three members to their Board of Directors. The newly elected members are Cynthia Driskell, Susie Dymoke and Ron Fink.
Executive Director, Robin Cochran announced, “I am thrilled and deeply grateful to welcome these three talented individuals. Their diverse backgrounds and skills will provide extraordinary expertise that will further our collective works of service to the Foothills Caring Corps Neighbors and community. Their addition to the Board of Directors will be key in implementing the strategic plan and will help in shaping and carrying out our mission in the years ahead as the needs of our Neighbors grow and change.”
NEW BOARD MEMBERS
Cynthia Driskell, owner and Physical Therapist at Carefree Physical Therapy has been involved in our local community for almost 40 years. She brings a wealth of knowledge and has graciously shared her expertise to support the Foothills Caring Corps over the years. Cynthia adds, “I am very pleased to join the many talented and dedicated Board members, staff and volunteers who have built the FCC into a valuable community organization. With a strong background in geriatric healthcare services, it is a good fit for me to participate in the continued growth of quality programs with the FCC.”
Susie Dymoke, Carefree resident, and avid community advocate and longtime Foothills Caring Corps volunteer has many strengths to bring to the Board of Directors. She is a caring community ambassador and a great asset to many of our local organizations. You may run into Susie not only volunteering at the Foothills Caring Corps, but also at the Desert Foothills Land Trust, Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce and Hospice of the Valley. Susie shares, “I long to bring my skills to further help Caring Corps flourish for the good of the community as a whole, and for our dear Neighbors in particular.”
Also joining the Board is Ron Fink who has been a volunteer for the Foothills Caring Corps for over 3 years. Ron has volunteered as one of our van drivers, as a helping handyman to our neighbors, and has helped with our Loan Closet. Ron has been involved with many of our fundraisers, gatherings and has even contributed to our quarterly newsletters. “I believe I have a good understanding of how the organization helps our Neighbors and would like to help us move forward by looking at traditional ways of doing things and also look at fresh new ideas,” Ron explains.
The Foothills Caring Corps joyfully welcomes Cynthia, Ron, and Susie to our Board of Directors. They will be joining forces with our dedicated leaders Dr. Paul Dale, June Reilly, Pastor Mike Johnson, Sabina Schwan, Beverly Miller-Dastgir, Barbara Giovan, Dr. Leslie Seldin, Suzanne Wagner, and Madison Wetter. With the guidance of this exceptional group of visionary leaders, the Foothills Caring Corps team of dedicated staff and amazing volunteers will be equipped to successfully carry out our mission of service to our Foothills Neighbors in need.
Executive Director, Robin Cochran announced, “I am thrilled and deeply grateful to welcome these three talented individuals. Their diverse backgrounds and skills will provide extraordinary expertise that will further our collective works of service to the Foothills Caring Corps Neighbors and community. Their addition to the Board of Directors will be key in implementing the strategic plan and will help in shaping and carrying out our mission in the years ahead as the needs of our Neighbors grow and change.”
NEW BOARD MEMBERS
Cynthia Driskell, owner and Physical Therapist at Carefree Physical Therapy has been involved in our local community for almost 40 years. She brings a wealth of knowledge and has graciously shared her expertise to support the Foothills Caring Corps over the years. Cynthia adds, “I am very pleased to join the many talented and dedicated Board members, staff and volunteers who have built the FCC into a valuable community organization. With a strong background in geriatric healthcare services, it is a good fit for me to participate in the continued growth of quality programs with the FCC.”
Susie Dymoke, Carefree resident, and avid community advocate and longtime Foothills Caring Corps volunteer has many strengths to bring to the Board of Directors. She is a caring community ambassador and a great asset to many of our local organizations. You may run into Susie not only volunteering at the Foothills Caring Corps, but also at the Desert Foothills Land Trust, Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce and Hospice of the Valley. Susie shares, “I long to bring my skills to further help Caring Corps flourish for the good of the community as a whole, and for our dear Neighbors in particular.”
Also joining the Board is Ron Fink who has been a volunteer for the Foothills Caring Corps for over 3 years. Ron has volunteered as one of our van drivers, as a helping handyman to our neighbors, and has helped with our Loan Closet. Ron has been involved with many of our fundraisers, gatherings and has even contributed to our quarterly newsletters. “I believe I have a good understanding of how the organization helps our Neighbors and would like to help us move forward by looking at traditional ways of doing things and also look at fresh new ideas,” Ron explains.
The Foothills Caring Corps joyfully welcomes Cynthia, Ron, and Susie to our Board of Directors. They will be joining forces with our dedicated leaders Dr. Paul Dale, June Reilly, Pastor Mike Johnson, Sabina Schwan, Beverly Miller-Dastgir, Barbara Giovan, Dr. Leslie Seldin, Suzanne Wagner, and Madison Wetter. With the guidance of this exceptional group of visionary leaders, the Foothills Caring Corps team of dedicated staff and amazing volunteers will be equipped to successfully carry out our mission of service to our Foothills Neighbors in need.
The mission of the Foothills Caring Corps is to help older adults and individuals with disabling conditions who reside in the Northeast Valley - Foothills Community to remain living independently in their own homes for as long as possible. We do this through a force of volunteers and staff who provide in-home services, transportation services, community services and support. These services provide access to activities that promote physical, mental, and emotional health. To find out more, please visit our website at foothillscaringcorps.org
Foothills Caring Corps
7275 E. Easy Street Suite B101
PO Box 831
Carefree, AZ 85377
480-488-1105
foothillscaringcorps.com
Foothills Caring Corps
7275 E. Easy Street Suite B101
PO Box 831
Carefree, AZ 85377
480-488-1105
foothillscaringcorps.com
Desert Foothills Land Trust
Saturday, November 21 - CANCELED
It saddens us to share this news, but after giving it much thought, the Land Trust has made the difficult decision to postpone Desert Discovery Day 2020 until further notice. We hope to reschedule the event soon.
In the meantime, the Jewel of the Creek Preserve remains open from 6 am - 8 pm daily for you to visit and enjoy on your own. If you use the trails, for the safety of everyone, please follow the CDC recommendations for social distancing and keep groups limited to 10 or fewer. To learn more about the Sonoran Desert you can check out "Desert Encounters" a new virtual education series. Feel free to share the series with friends and family.
Have a healthy and Happy Thanksgiving!
Saturday, November 21 - CANCELED
It saddens us to share this news, but after giving it much thought, the Land Trust has made the difficult decision to postpone Desert Discovery Day 2020 until further notice. We hope to reschedule the event soon.
In the meantime, the Jewel of the Creek Preserve remains open from 6 am - 8 pm daily for you to visit and enjoy on your own. If you use the trails, for the safety of everyone, please follow the CDC recommendations for social distancing and keep groups limited to 10 or fewer. To learn more about the Sonoran Desert you can check out "Desert Encounters" a new virtual education series. Feel free to share the series with friends and family.
Have a healthy and Happy Thanksgiving!
Foothills Community Foundation
Rural Metro to host drives to benefit Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center for the holidays
Rural Metro will host a toy drives at the Cave Creek Walmart to benefit Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center. The drives will take place on November 27, 28 and 29 and December 5 and 6, 2020 from 10 AM to 2 PM.
According to food bank executive director Pam DiPietro, every year, Rural/Metro hosts a toy drive to benefit the food bank. Carefree and Cave Creek Rural/Metro firefighters will collect toys and cash donations at the Walmart located at 34399 N. Cave Creek Road. In particular, the food bank is in need of family games and $25 or $50 Walmart or Visa gift cards for its annual Adopt-a-Family program. Cash donations will be placed in a fire boot. Donations of games will be accepted at the Cave Creek and Carefree fire stations.
Foothills Food Bank provides emergency food, financial assistance and other life necessities and resources to individuals and families in the desert foothills, which encompasses a 180-square mile area that includes Black Canyon City, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Desert Hills, New River, north Scottsdale, Rio Verde, Mayer, Spring Valley, Cordes Lakes and north Phoenix.
For more details, visit Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center, at www.foothillsfoodbank.com or email foothillsfoodbank@gmail.com. Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is located at 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz., 480.488.1145.
According to food bank executive director Pam DiPietro, every year, Rural/Metro hosts a toy drive to benefit the food bank. Carefree and Cave Creek Rural/Metro firefighters will collect toys and cash donations at the Walmart located at 34399 N. Cave Creek Road. In particular, the food bank is in need of family games and $25 or $50 Walmart or Visa gift cards for its annual Adopt-a-Family program. Cash donations will be placed in a fire boot. Donations of games will be accepted at the Cave Creek and Carefree fire stations.
Foothills Food Bank provides emergency food, financial assistance and other life necessities and resources to individuals and families in the desert foothills, which encompasses a 180-square mile area that includes Black Canyon City, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Desert Hills, New River, north Scottsdale, Rio Verde, Mayer, Spring Valley, Cordes Lakes and north Phoenix.
For more details, visit Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center, at www.foothillsfoodbank.com or email foothillsfoodbank@gmail.com. Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is located at 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz., 480.488.1145.
Leigh Zydonik named executive director of Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center
Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center has named Leigh Zydonik as its new executive director. Zydonik will oversee the daily operations of the food bank’s headquarters and offsite locations.
Prior to joining the food bank, on November 16, Zydonik served the Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) at the University of Findlay in Ohio, an organization that supports a network of community partners that seek collaborative solutions to complex social problems that affect residents across the region. In addition to her former role as director of the CCE, Zydonik taught business classes at the University of Findlay. She also held positions with the Northwest Ohio Flood Mitigation Partnership, the Arts Partnership, and Marathon Petroleum Company. Zydonik received a Bachelor of Science from Bowling Green State University and Master of Science from the University of Dayton.
“I am honored and excited to have the opportunity to lead the Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center,” says Zydonik. “I look forward to continuing to build on the great foundation that Pam DiPietro and her team established over the past 18 years.”
Zydonik believes communities are strongest when they work together.
“I am eager to meet, collaborate and work with our clients, volunteers, donors and community partners,” adds Zydonik. “Together, we will continue to improve the quality of life for individuals and families in need in numerous desert foothills communities.”
Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is located at 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek and the phone number is 480.488.1145.
Prior to joining the food bank, on November 16, Zydonik served the Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) at the University of Findlay in Ohio, an organization that supports a network of community partners that seek collaborative solutions to complex social problems that affect residents across the region. In addition to her former role as director of the CCE, Zydonik taught business classes at the University of Findlay. She also held positions with the Northwest Ohio Flood Mitigation Partnership, the Arts Partnership, and Marathon Petroleum Company. Zydonik received a Bachelor of Science from Bowling Green State University and Master of Science from the University of Dayton.
“I am honored and excited to have the opportunity to lead the Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center,” says Zydonik. “I look forward to continuing to build on the great foundation that Pam DiPietro and her team established over the past 18 years.”
Zydonik believes communities are strongest when they work together.
“I am eager to meet, collaborate and work with our clients, volunteers, donors and community partners,” adds Zydonik. “Together, we will continue to improve the quality of life for individuals and families in need in numerous desert foothills communities.”
Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is located at 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek and the phone number is 480.488.1145.
KIWANIS CLUB OF CAREFREE AWARDS $165,000 TO LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
The Kiwanis Club and Foundation of Carefree is very pleased to announce our October 21, 2020 “Under the Misters” Awards Ceremony in Carefree, where we presented checks to a wide range of local organizations in our continuing recognition of the wonderful programs they do for our Community. In total over $165,000 was awarded that morning.
It was observed by all attending Kiwanis members, that the theme of “misters” continues to be appropriate for these meetings. As the checks were being awarded, the organizations’ leaders spoke passionately about what impact the Kiwanis’ support made to the children and the veterans receiving these donations. All acceptance remarks were very emotional.
There was not a dry eye in the house… all were “misty eyed”. All Kiwanians were immensely proud of the members’ efforts that went into generating these donated funds through the Marketplace to the local Community.
These are the organizations receiving funds that emotional morning:
Cave Creek Unified School District
Rancho Milagro Foundation
Desert Foothills Theater
Annunciation Catholic School
Lone Mountain Elementary School
Cactus Shadows High School
Jubilate Conservatory of Music
Scott Foundation
Desert Foothills Land Trust
Spirit In The Desert
Upscale Singers
Veterans Memorial
Communications Committee Contact:
Bob Moore
480-595-0349
ramco4032@gmail.com
It was observed by all attending Kiwanis members, that the theme of “misters” continues to be appropriate for these meetings. As the checks were being awarded, the organizations’ leaders spoke passionately about what impact the Kiwanis’ support made to the children and the veterans receiving these donations. All acceptance remarks were very emotional.
There was not a dry eye in the house… all were “misty eyed”. All Kiwanians were immensely proud of the members’ efforts that went into generating these donated funds through the Marketplace to the local Community.
These are the organizations receiving funds that emotional morning:
Cave Creek Unified School District
Rancho Milagro Foundation
Desert Foothills Theater
Annunciation Catholic School
Lone Mountain Elementary School
Cactus Shadows High School
Jubilate Conservatory of Music
Scott Foundation
Desert Foothills Land Trust
Spirit In The Desert
Upscale Singers
Veterans Memorial
Communications Committee Contact:
Bob Moore
480-595-0349
ramco4032@gmail.com
Kiwanis Member - John Skarda presenting check to Mike Farrell (american flag shirt) for the Veterans Memorial
Kiwanis Member - Diane Dunseath presenting check to MariaElena Rizzo for Rancho Milagro Foundation
Kiwanis Member - John Skarda presenting check to Eric Simonson for the Retreat Center for our Healing of Memories for Veterans Workshops
