(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://carefreetruth2.com/42722-pictures-of-the-week.html
http://carefreetruth2.com/42722-pictures-of-the-week.html
Who says you can't buy a $200 car?
Photo by Vince D'Aliesio
Here are your bonus rounds from Herbert.
http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/123121-sunset.html
Photo by Vince D'Aliesio
Here are your bonus rounds from Herbert.
http://aneyeonyouproduction.com/123121-sunset.html
Photos by Herbert Hitchon
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
Addressing the Facts
The author of a recent editorial titled “Response to Open Space Ballot Initiative in Carefree” continues a “smear” campaign making categorically false statements and continues to promote a misinformation campaign regarding a well-documented, long anticipated and publicly vetted water infrastructure project that addresses concerns raised by over 1/3 of Carefree’s population.
I would like to address the facts:
1. The purpose of the buried fresh water reservoir under construction along Tom Darlington Drive is to provide water capacity and appropriate water pressures to the Carefree residents on the southwest side of Carefree. It has been explained to the author of the previous editorial, as well on the public record, that this underground reservoir will not and cannot provide water to the property located at the northwest corner of Tom Darlington Drive and Carefree Highway. There is existing water infrastructure near this property that will serve any future development of this undeveloped property. Any inference to any nefarious act by the Mayor or any one associated with the Town is categorically false and simply a despicable smear campaign to distort the merits of a well-documented and publicly vetted water improvement project.
2. Over the past two Mayoral and Town Council elections, the water consolidation project was the number 1 issue within the Carefree community. Those candidates that were elected each represented to the citizens of Carefree that they will get the project done. Each step of the way this Council has maintained that promise. That is called representative and effective government.
3. The author of the editorial suggests that the Town should have waited for a vote on the eminent domain initiative (deceptively called “open space” initiative) before proceeding with construction of the water reservoir. Once again, the water consolidation project has been in the public light for over 5 years and 2 Mayoral and Council elections. This just did not happen overnight. One third of Carefree’s population have waited patiently for this long awaited and publicly vetted water improvement project. The Water Company and their professional engineering team have gone through extraordinary efforts to appropriately locate the tank in the most efficient and effective location, to bury this tank and restore the desert over top of the reservoir. The pictures on the Town’s website illustrate this restoration project.
Furthermore, surrounding communities of Cave Creek, Phoenix and Scottsdale are all working on similar water improvement projects. It is interesting to note that each of these communities are building fresh water reservoirs, along major arterial roads and nearby residential properties. The difference is that the reservoir under construction in Carefree is significantly smaller, buried and revegetated. Carefree is taking every effort to do this right and mitigate any impacts.
The common thread between each of these aforementioned communities is their desire to take advantage of generational low interest rates. This helps to ensure minimal impacts in water rates. As Carefree’s nationally recognized rate expert, Wildan, presented at previous public Carefree Water Company Board meetings, Carefree’s past annual rate increases of 4% will be maintained and is well below the national annual water rate increase of 6% per year. Yes, any infrastructure investment has financial implications but Carefree elected leaders ensured that a conservative financial plan was put in place that had minimal impact on the community.
In summary, as a community, there are always different perspectives on issues. Indeed, there are varying perspectives on any infrastructure improvements as some see benefits while others see the expense side of the ledger. In the case of the water consolidation project, this project was extensively publicly vetted and our elected representatives are delivering on their promises. Those promises include a solid financial plan supported by historically low interest rates, an industry leading construction team to deliver on a quality project and, finally, ensuring all Carefree residents having representation over our most precious resource – water.
Les Peterson
Carefree Mayor
Carefree Propositions: Facts vs Fiction
The April 6th edition of the Sonoran News published a letter from Mr. John Mattes. In that letter Mr. Mattes labors on about several topics including advocating for the passage of Proposition 472 (the “Open Space Initiative”), all of Carefree is on the hook for $32M of debt for the Carefree Water Project, and in our opinion, alleged miss-dealings with the future development on the property located on the northwest corner of Carefree Highway and Tom Darlington Rd.
Accordingly, the negative consequences of passage of Proposition 472 would be the following:
1) The buried water reservoir currently under construction in a utility easement along Tom Darlington would need to be demolished, the ground restored and the reservoir rebuilt in a substantially less desirable location. The cost is estimated to be in excess of $8,000,000. This is money the Carefree Water Company does not have. It will require the water company to borrow in an environment of dramatically increasing interest rates and result in a significant rate increase for all Carefree Water Company customers, in order to pay back the new debt.
2) The proposition creates a situation where the use of eminent domain is retroactively undone. This would set a dangerous precedent and is of great concern to several cities, towns and government entities in Arizona. There is significant potential for litigation as to the legality of such a provision. This is litigation that a small town like Carefree does not need to be in the middle of.
3) It will require a vote of the citizens of Carefree to have anyone buried in the Carefree cemetery off of North Pima Rd. because that land is designated as “Open Space”.
Interestingly enough, at the April 5th Carefree Town Council meeting, during the call to public, Mr. Mattes urged the council to cancel all planned road maintenance projects, as in his stated opinion, a recession and stagflation were coming and the town needed to hold onto all is financial flexibility to deal with the hard times on the horizon. The Town Engineer even explained that if we defer road maintenance for too long the cost would go up exponentially. In spite of such facts, Mr. Mattes insisted that the Town not spend any money.
Our question is, if we should not spend any money maintaining our roads to prepare for a coming recession and difficult financial times ahead, how is it a good idea to demolish a brand-new water reservoir, forcing the Town to incur millions of dollars in unnecessary cost, new debt and significant increases in water rates? This is a reservoir that is located at the most optimal and efficient site of the 32 locations evaluated based on an objective engineering criteria and keeping with the Council’s fiduciary obligation of providing for the most public good with the least private harm. It does not make any sense.
Proposition 472 is irresponsible, ill-conceived government and bad for Carefree. We urge the voters to reject it.
With respect to Mr. Mattes’s narratives about the $18M ($32M principal and interest) cost/debt for the Carefree Water Project, the people affected are the new West Carefree water accounts that are being connected. They will pay a monthly $20 sur-charge in addition to bringing estimated new revenues of $1.1M annually to service the debt, approximately $1.1M. The rest of Carefree will only be subject to normal annual rates changes. Throwing out very large numbers without explanation is simply disingenuous.
Finally, the comments about the Lassen property being benefited by the new water reservoir have been de-bunked in the public record and are false. The insinuation that town officials or their friends are benefiting by any transaction related to this property are false and unsubstantiated. The pieced together emails presented just don’t make the case.
It’s time to end the hand waving and engage in factual thoughtful debate.
Tony Geiger
Mike Johnson
Carefree Council Members
Lyn,Some in the community are expressing concerns over expenditures for legal fees for the acquisition of the Town of Carefree water accounts and related infrastructure (System) that is owned and served by the Town of Cave Creek. This represents about 544 connections or an estimated 25% - 30% of our Town’s population. It is very important to examine the history of the acquisition to arrive at the System out-of-pocket acquisition costs to the Town rather than look at individual components of the purchase price.
Under a 2005 Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) executed between Carefree and Cave Creek, in January of 2019 Carefree exercised its right of a friendly condemnation to acquire the System which Cave Creek opposed. Below is a link that sets forth the following Water Acquisition historical documents on Carefree’s website:
https://www.carefree.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03162021-495
1) NOTICE OF JOINT MEETING OF THE CAREFREE TOWN COUNCIL AND THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TOWN OF CAREFREE, ARIZONA UTILITIES
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT – March 16th 2021
2) ASSIGNMENT AGREEMENT – March 9th 2021
3) SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
4) ORDER GRANTING CLAIMANT’S MOTION TO MODIFY PARTIAL FINAL AWARD AND MODIFYING PARTIAL FINAL AWARD
5) PARTIAL FINAL AWARD
6) ARBITRATORS’ DECISION ON THE MERITS
Analyzing all the documents in context indicates that Carefree’s out-of-pocket costs for the System were approximately $2.478 million which produces about $1 plus million of annual water revenues.
The IGA requires $19.5 million (the Cave Creek Water System initial purchase price) to be the starting point for any monetary analysis. Carefree water accounts and assets represent approximately 20% of the total acquired. I’m told that the Town considered $2 to $4 million to be a reasonable purchase price.
Cave Creek’s initial asking price for the System was $17.5 million.
So let’s answer the question of how the $2.478 million came about.
In the Partial Final Award, the arbitrators set the final purchase price (Just Compensation) and awarded Carefree all its legal expenses and damages as follows (all rounded to nearest thousand):
1) Cave Creek - Just Compensation $1.465 million
Carefree Damage and Expense Arbitration Awards:
1) Cave Creek breach of the IGA $1 thousand
2) Attorney’s Fees $960 thousand
3) Litigation Expenses $17 thousand
4) Expert Fees $374 thousand
5) Administrative and Arbitrators $126 thousand
Reimbursed Carefree Costs & Damages $1.478 million
Net Difference ($13 thousand)
On the surface it appears that Cave Creek would have actually had to pay Carefree $13 thousand to take the System after the Arbitrators’ decision.
However, again in reviewing all the documents in context, in the settlement agreement Carefree chose to end future litigation with Cave Creek and ensure their cooperation in the transition of the System to the Town. This was accomplished by crediting $465 thousand of the awarded legal fees back to Cave Creek and making a $1 million cash payment to Cave Creek for the $1.465 million Just Compensation. Carefree then absorbed the remaining legal expenses awarded of $1.012 million and waived the IGA breach award for $1 thousand. The sum of these amounts comes to a total of approximately $2.478 million for Carefree’s out-of-pocket costs to acquire the System.
In conclusion, and in my opinion, Carefree paid a very fair price to ensure that all of Carefree’s residents will have “representation" for water, the most precious commodity in the parched south west desert; and all of Carefree’s residents will be able to have access to the water system in the Town in which they live.
Michael Johnson
Carefree Councilman
Lyn,
I find it interesting if not humorous that certain members of our Town Council take “extreme offense” , (their words as represented in your Issue not mine) when citizens of Carefree, the ones that elect the Town Council, question certain decisions or policies. Whether intended or not, phraseology such as taking “extreme offense” can be interpreted as stymying input or opposing opinions, etc. If our elected representatives are so thin skinned as to take offense at opposing viewpoints than perhaps they are not meant to be in the position that they are in. In this particular example, (see below) suggesting downsizing of staff may not be the right solution to a particular budget concern. However, it is a reasonable question to ask by a resident when considering a budget planning process. Most of us know that the category of SG&A tends to be one of the major items in any budget. Carefree is no different.
Also , Capital improvement projects tend to be accompanied by cost estimates, phases of which are usually built into an overall budget, which can be adjusted based on as yet unknown considerations and which can be adjusted based on changes in planning priorities set by the organization leadership with input from various constituencies, (in this case the residents of Carefree) . By so doing the Town, (in this case ) is able to plan expenditures and estimate revenue surplus or shortfall based on both Operations and “non-Operations” priorities such as Capital improvement projects. The town Administration and Council would then have the opportunity to adjust such on an quarterly as well as annual basis.
John Nimsky
(Lyn's note: Actually, our town staff is already overworked. Most of them wear more than one hat, and they provide a good bang for the buck. John Mattes, who has a history of causing problems in other places he's lived, also says the streets shouldn't be maintained. No money should be spent. In my humble opinion, the guy is a serial malcontent, possessing not the slightest touch with reality. I won't even go into the debunked lies that Mo Benedetto and her merry band continue to spout. No need to worry about those pesky laws of physics.
Mike Farrar sent a letter to the Sonoran News a couple of years ago with the headline, "Lyn Hitchon is the Evil Cancer in This Community". In his posts, John Traynor used to write little lovelies like, "the Mayor should take out the garbage" (meaning me) and calling me a "termagant" (a vile and disgusting woman). I am still laughing about those. I am NOT thin skinned in any way, shape, or form. But if I were a victim of the unending abuse and lies that Les, some of the Council members, and some of the staff are enduring from these miscreants, even I would be at the end of my patience, because unfortunately there will always be some people who believe this vile garbage about good people.
I truly believe that our current Mayor, Council and staffers are smart, decent people, who are doing a good job for our community. I think the "vocal critics" are angry-brain people who live to denigrate others for the shear joy they derive from the attention, and they are pathetic. This is my opinion, and others may feel free to disagree, but I have been paying attention for a lot of years, and I have a pretty good bead on all of this from both a current and a historical viewpoint. The "angry-brains" come and go, but there are always some to replace the ones who go. Such is life. Carefree has been fortunate to have been run by smart and decent people who have the best interest of the community at large in mind, and our town is in remarkable shape because the good ones have always managed to outnumber the other types. The harshest critics have never offered rational solutions.)
Lyn,
As I said in my email, reducing staffing may or may not be a good idea. I don’t know but it is a question that is reasonable too, as l as I suggested. That being said, people who offer opinions not necessarily popular should not be vilified or labeled. Everyone has a right to their own opinion. Unfortunately we live in times where individuals who hold a competing viewpoint are personally attacked. So when someone characterizes you as a “cancer” or someone else as a “miscreant”, it demonstrates that dialogue has reached a point where personal attacks take precedence over reasoned dialogue. Character assassination may serve the short term purpose of shutting down dialogue but in the long run it makes each of us less than we can be.
Happy Easter.
John N.
(Lyn's note: I agree when you're dealing with rational people who are interested in civil dialogue. It has been tried over the years with the angry-brains, including the ones currently on the attack. They don't want civil discussion. They want to wage war and to do it very publicly. They are the ones who wake up each morning and decide to be miserable, and yes, I do believe being happy vs. being miserable is a choice, although brain chemistry does play a role too. But war is what they love. and civil discourse is not in their repertoire. To them, this is sport/entertainment. I wish it weren't true, but I've just seen it too many times to dismiss it as a fluke, as opposed to a personality type. Some people are nasty by nature.
Happy Easter to you too, John!)
In honor of Earth Day, the Town of Carefree, Arizona will host a free community event on Saturday, April 23rd, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion in the Carefree Desert Gardens. This FREE, family-friendly event will feature local Arizona organizations to help educate and empower our community to take better care of our Sonoran Desert, planet, and each other.
The Earth Day event will feature live presentations, hands-on activities, information on birds, reptiles, plants native to our area and water management. You do not want to miss this fun, engaging, informative day! Stay tuned to our social media platforms @TownofCarefree and visitcarefree.org for updates and details.
Event: Town of Carefree Earth Day Celebration
Date: Saturday, April 23rd
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Place: Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion at Carefree Town Center (outdoors)
Cost: Free
Featured Partners: Be Outdoors AZ, Carefree Water Company, Educating Children Outdoors, Rattlesnake Solutions, State Land Trust, Tonto National Forest, Wild at Heart, and more!
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
Addressing the Facts
The author of a recent editorial titled “Response to Open Space Ballot Initiative in Carefree” continues a “smear” campaign making categorically false statements and continues to promote a misinformation campaign regarding a well-documented, long anticipated and publicly vetted water infrastructure project that addresses concerns raised by over 1/3 of Carefree’s population.
I would like to address the facts:
1. The purpose of the buried fresh water reservoir under construction along Tom Darlington Drive is to provide water capacity and appropriate water pressures to the Carefree residents on the southwest side of Carefree. It has been explained to the author of the previous editorial, as well on the public record, that this underground reservoir will not and cannot provide water to the property located at the northwest corner of Tom Darlington Drive and Carefree Highway. There is existing water infrastructure near this property that will serve any future development of this undeveloped property. Any inference to any nefarious act by the Mayor or any one associated with the Town is categorically false and simply a despicable smear campaign to distort the merits of a well-documented and publicly vetted water improvement project.
2. Over the past two Mayoral and Town Council elections, the water consolidation project was the number 1 issue within the Carefree community. Those candidates that were elected each represented to the citizens of Carefree that they will get the project done. Each step of the way this Council has maintained that promise. That is called representative and effective government.
3. The author of the editorial suggests that the Town should have waited for a vote on the eminent domain initiative (deceptively called “open space” initiative) before proceeding with construction of the water reservoir. Once again, the water consolidation project has been in the public light for over 5 years and 2 Mayoral and Council elections. This just did not happen overnight. One third of Carefree’s population have waited patiently for this long awaited and publicly vetted water improvement project. The Water Company and their professional engineering team have gone through extraordinary efforts to appropriately locate the tank in the most efficient and effective location, to bury this tank and restore the desert over top of the reservoir. The pictures on the Town’s website illustrate this restoration project.
Furthermore, surrounding communities of Cave Creek, Phoenix and Scottsdale are all working on similar water improvement projects. It is interesting to note that each of these communities are building fresh water reservoirs, along major arterial roads and nearby residential properties. The difference is that the reservoir under construction in Carefree is significantly smaller, buried and revegetated. Carefree is taking every effort to do this right and mitigate any impacts.
The common thread between each of these aforementioned communities is their desire to take advantage of generational low interest rates. This helps to ensure minimal impacts in water rates. As Carefree’s nationally recognized rate expert, Wildan, presented at previous public Carefree Water Company Board meetings, Carefree’s past annual rate increases of 4% will be maintained and is well below the national annual water rate increase of 6% per year. Yes, any infrastructure investment has financial implications but Carefree elected leaders ensured that a conservative financial plan was put in place that had minimal impact on the community.
In summary, as a community, there are always different perspectives on issues. Indeed, there are varying perspectives on any infrastructure improvements as some see benefits while others see the expense side of the ledger. In the case of the water consolidation project, this project was extensively publicly vetted and our elected representatives are delivering on their promises. Those promises include a solid financial plan supported by historically low interest rates, an industry leading construction team to deliver on a quality project and, finally, ensuring all Carefree residents having representation over our most precious resource – water.
Les Peterson
Carefree Mayor
Carefree Propositions: Facts vs Fiction
The April 6th edition of the Sonoran News published a letter from Mr. John Mattes. In that letter Mr. Mattes labors on about several topics including advocating for the passage of Proposition 472 (the “Open Space Initiative”), all of Carefree is on the hook for $32M of debt for the Carefree Water Project, and in our opinion, alleged miss-dealings with the future development on the property located on the northwest corner of Carefree Highway and Tom Darlington Rd.
Accordingly, the negative consequences of passage of Proposition 472 would be the following:
1) The buried water reservoir currently under construction in a utility easement along Tom Darlington would need to be demolished, the ground restored and the reservoir rebuilt in a substantially less desirable location. The cost is estimated to be in excess of $8,000,000. This is money the Carefree Water Company does not have. It will require the water company to borrow in an environment of dramatically increasing interest rates and result in a significant rate increase for all Carefree Water Company customers, in order to pay back the new debt.
2) The proposition creates a situation where the use of eminent domain is retroactively undone. This would set a dangerous precedent and is of great concern to several cities, towns and government entities in Arizona. There is significant potential for litigation as to the legality of such a provision. This is litigation that a small town like Carefree does not need to be in the middle of.
3) It will require a vote of the citizens of Carefree to have anyone buried in the Carefree cemetery off of North Pima Rd. because that land is designated as “Open Space”.
Interestingly enough, at the April 5th Carefree Town Council meeting, during the call to public, Mr. Mattes urged the council to cancel all planned road maintenance projects, as in his stated opinion, a recession and stagflation were coming and the town needed to hold onto all is financial flexibility to deal with the hard times on the horizon. The Town Engineer even explained that if we defer road maintenance for too long the cost would go up exponentially. In spite of such facts, Mr. Mattes insisted that the Town not spend any money.
Our question is, if we should not spend any money maintaining our roads to prepare for a coming recession and difficult financial times ahead, how is it a good idea to demolish a brand-new water reservoir, forcing the Town to incur millions of dollars in unnecessary cost, new debt and significant increases in water rates? This is a reservoir that is located at the most optimal and efficient site of the 32 locations evaluated based on an objective engineering criteria and keeping with the Council’s fiduciary obligation of providing for the most public good with the least private harm. It does not make any sense.
Proposition 472 is irresponsible, ill-conceived government and bad for Carefree. We urge the voters to reject it.
With respect to Mr. Mattes’s narratives about the $18M ($32M principal and interest) cost/debt for the Carefree Water Project, the people affected are the new West Carefree water accounts that are being connected. They will pay a monthly $20 sur-charge in addition to bringing estimated new revenues of $1.1M annually to service the debt, approximately $1.1M. The rest of Carefree will only be subject to normal annual rates changes. Throwing out very large numbers without explanation is simply disingenuous.
Finally, the comments about the Lassen property being benefited by the new water reservoir have been de-bunked in the public record and are false. The insinuation that town officials or their friends are benefiting by any transaction related to this property are false and unsubstantiated. The pieced together emails presented just don’t make the case.
It’s time to end the hand waving and engage in factual thoughtful debate.
Tony Geiger
Mike Johnson
Carefree Council Members
Lyn,Some in the community are expressing concerns over expenditures for legal fees for the acquisition of the Town of Carefree water accounts and related infrastructure (System) that is owned and served by the Town of Cave Creek. This represents about 544 connections or an estimated 25% - 30% of our Town’s population. It is very important to examine the history of the acquisition to arrive at the System out-of-pocket acquisition costs to the Town rather than look at individual components of the purchase price.
Under a 2005 Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) executed between Carefree and Cave Creek, in January of 2019 Carefree exercised its right of a friendly condemnation to acquire the System which Cave Creek opposed. Below is a link that sets forth the following Water Acquisition historical documents on Carefree’s website:
https://www.carefree.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03162021-495
1) NOTICE OF JOINT MEETING OF THE CAREFREE TOWN COUNCIL AND THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE TOWN OF CAREFREE, ARIZONA UTILITIES
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT – March 16th 2021
2) ASSIGNMENT AGREEMENT – March 9th 2021
3) SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
4) ORDER GRANTING CLAIMANT’S MOTION TO MODIFY PARTIAL FINAL AWARD AND MODIFYING PARTIAL FINAL AWARD
5) PARTIAL FINAL AWARD
6) ARBITRATORS’ DECISION ON THE MERITS
Analyzing all the documents in context indicates that Carefree’s out-of-pocket costs for the System were approximately $2.478 million which produces about $1 plus million of annual water revenues.
The IGA requires $19.5 million (the Cave Creek Water System initial purchase price) to be the starting point for any monetary analysis. Carefree water accounts and assets represent approximately 20% of the total acquired. I’m told that the Town considered $2 to $4 million to be a reasonable purchase price.
Cave Creek’s initial asking price for the System was $17.5 million.
So let’s answer the question of how the $2.478 million came about.
In the Partial Final Award, the arbitrators set the final purchase price (Just Compensation) and awarded Carefree all its legal expenses and damages as follows (all rounded to nearest thousand):
1) Cave Creek - Just Compensation $1.465 million
Carefree Damage and Expense Arbitration Awards:
1) Cave Creek breach of the IGA $1 thousand
2) Attorney’s Fees $960 thousand
3) Litigation Expenses $17 thousand
4) Expert Fees $374 thousand
5) Administrative and Arbitrators $126 thousand
Reimbursed Carefree Costs & Damages $1.478 million
Net Difference ($13 thousand)
On the surface it appears that Cave Creek would have actually had to pay Carefree $13 thousand to take the System after the Arbitrators’ decision.
However, again in reviewing all the documents in context, in the settlement agreement Carefree chose to end future litigation with Cave Creek and ensure their cooperation in the transition of the System to the Town. This was accomplished by crediting $465 thousand of the awarded legal fees back to Cave Creek and making a $1 million cash payment to Cave Creek for the $1.465 million Just Compensation. Carefree then absorbed the remaining legal expenses awarded of $1.012 million and waived the IGA breach award for $1 thousand. The sum of these amounts comes to a total of approximately $2.478 million for Carefree’s out-of-pocket costs to acquire the System.
In conclusion, and in my opinion, Carefree paid a very fair price to ensure that all of Carefree’s residents will have “representation" for water, the most precious commodity in the parched south west desert; and all of Carefree’s residents will be able to have access to the water system in the Town in which they live.
Michael Johnson
Carefree Councilman
Lyn,
I find it interesting if not humorous that certain members of our Town Council take “extreme offense” , (their words as represented in your Issue not mine) when citizens of Carefree, the ones that elect the Town Council, question certain decisions or policies. Whether intended or not, phraseology such as taking “extreme offense” can be interpreted as stymying input or opposing opinions, etc. If our elected representatives are so thin skinned as to take offense at opposing viewpoints than perhaps they are not meant to be in the position that they are in. In this particular example, (see below) suggesting downsizing of staff may not be the right solution to a particular budget concern. However, it is a reasonable question to ask by a resident when considering a budget planning process. Most of us know that the category of SG&A tends to be one of the major items in any budget. Carefree is no different.
Also , Capital improvement projects tend to be accompanied by cost estimates, phases of which are usually built into an overall budget, which can be adjusted based on as yet unknown considerations and which can be adjusted based on changes in planning priorities set by the organization leadership with input from various constituencies, (in this case the residents of Carefree) . By so doing the Town, (in this case ) is able to plan expenditures and estimate revenue surplus or shortfall based on both Operations and “non-Operations” priorities such as Capital improvement projects. The town Administration and Council would then have the opportunity to adjust such on an quarterly as well as annual basis.
John Nimsky
(Lyn's note: Actually, our town staff is already overworked. Most of them wear more than one hat, and they provide a good bang for the buck. John Mattes, who has a history of causing problems in other places he's lived, also says the streets shouldn't be maintained. No money should be spent. In my humble opinion, the guy is a serial malcontent, possessing not the slightest touch with reality. I won't even go into the debunked lies that Mo Benedetto and her merry band continue to spout. No need to worry about those pesky laws of physics.
Mike Farrar sent a letter to the Sonoran News a couple of years ago with the headline, "Lyn Hitchon is the Evil Cancer in This Community". In his posts, John Traynor used to write little lovelies like, "the Mayor should take out the garbage" (meaning me) and calling me a "termagant" (a vile and disgusting woman). I am still laughing about those. I am NOT thin skinned in any way, shape, or form. But if I were a victim of the unending abuse and lies that Les, some of the Council members, and some of the staff are enduring from these miscreants, even I would be at the end of my patience, because unfortunately there will always be some people who believe this vile garbage about good people.
I truly believe that our current Mayor, Council and staffers are smart, decent people, who are doing a good job for our community. I think the "vocal critics" are angry-brain people who live to denigrate others for the shear joy they derive from the attention, and they are pathetic. This is my opinion, and others may feel free to disagree, but I have been paying attention for a lot of years, and I have a pretty good bead on all of this from both a current and a historical viewpoint. The "angry-brains" come and go, but there are always some to replace the ones who go. Such is life. Carefree has been fortunate to have been run by smart and decent people who have the best interest of the community at large in mind, and our town is in remarkable shape because the good ones have always managed to outnumber the other types. The harshest critics have never offered rational solutions.)
Lyn,
As I said in my email, reducing staffing may or may not be a good idea. I don’t know but it is a question that is reasonable too, as l as I suggested. That being said, people who offer opinions not necessarily popular should not be vilified or labeled. Everyone has a right to their own opinion. Unfortunately we live in times where individuals who hold a competing viewpoint are personally attacked. So when someone characterizes you as a “cancer” or someone else as a “miscreant”, it demonstrates that dialogue has reached a point where personal attacks take precedence over reasoned dialogue. Character assassination may serve the short term purpose of shutting down dialogue but in the long run it makes each of us less than we can be.
Happy Easter.
John N.
(Lyn's note: I agree when you're dealing with rational people who are interested in civil dialogue. It has been tried over the years with the angry-brains, including the ones currently on the attack. They don't want civil discussion. They want to wage war and to do it very publicly. They are the ones who wake up each morning and decide to be miserable, and yes, I do believe being happy vs. being miserable is a choice, although brain chemistry does play a role too. But war is what they love. and civil discourse is not in their repertoire. To them, this is sport/entertainment. I wish it weren't true, but I've just seen it too many times to dismiss it as a fluke, as opposed to a personality type. Some people are nasty by nature.
Happy Easter to you too, John!)
In honor of Earth Day, the Town of Carefree, Arizona will host a free community event on Saturday, April 23rd, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion in the Carefree Desert Gardens. This FREE, family-friendly event will feature local Arizona organizations to help educate and empower our community to take better care of our Sonoran Desert, planet, and each other.
The Earth Day event will feature live presentations, hands-on activities, information on birds, reptiles, plants native to our area and water management. You do not want to miss this fun, engaging, informative day! Stay tuned to our social media platforms @TownofCarefree and visitcarefree.org for updates and details.
Event: Town of Carefree Earth Day Celebration
Date: Saturday, April 23rd
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Place: Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion at Carefree Town Center (outdoors)
Cost: Free
Featured Partners: Be Outdoors AZ, Carefree Water Company, Educating Children Outdoors, Rattlesnake Solutions, State Land Trust, Tonto National Forest, Wild at Heart, and more!
FIREWISE – REDFLAG WARNING
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for the region. Fire danger will remain very high in the area throughout the spring. With the combination of drying fuels, very low relative humidity and strong winds forecasted for the area, the conditions are ripe to fuel a wildland fire.
Be prepared, know the Ready, Set, Go program:
Perhaps you have heard of the Ready, Set, Go program. This program encourages residents to take proactive measures prior to an emergency and actions to follow when communities are threaten. Here’s a summary of the three phases of the program.
Here at Dynamic Appliance Repair, we work together as a team to achieve a common goal. We have enthusiasm to encourage employee growth through paid education, training, and vast resources. If you know of our reputation in the industry, you would be proud to work for our company. We have an excellent track record and a strong example of leadership in the industry.
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PLEASE 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤. 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮.
Kathy Slipek
Managing Director
Dynamic Appliance Repair
(480) 590-3533
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The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for the region. Fire danger will remain very high in the area throughout the spring. With the combination of drying fuels, very low relative humidity and strong winds forecasted for the area, the conditions are ripe to fuel a wildland fire.
Be prepared, know the Ready, Set, Go program:
Perhaps you have heard of the Ready, Set, Go program. This program encourages residents to take proactive measures prior to an emergency and actions to follow when communities are threaten. Here’s a summary of the three phases of the program.
- Ready – Prepare Now:
- Create a defensible space clearing vegetation at least 30 feet around your residence.
- Write a family communication and evacuation plan.
- Build and emergency “go kit” with 72 hour supply of food, water, medications and emergency supplies.
- Set – Be Alert:
- Be aware if there is significant danger of active wildland fires encroaching in your neighborhood.
- Consider voluntarily relocating to a shelter or with family or friends outside of affected area.
- Stay aware of the latest news and information from public safety officials.
- Go – Evacuate:
- Danger in your area is imminent and life threating. Take your emergency go kit and evacuate immediately to a shelter or with family and friends outside the affected area.
- Reverse 911 notifications will be activated.
- Follow instructions from emergency personnel and stay on designed evacuation routes.
- Please type this emergency management link into your browser: ein.az.gov
- Sign up for Emergency Management notifications. Follow this link and click on the sign up button: www.maricopa.gov/emerg_mgt
Here at Dynamic Appliance Repair, we work together as a team to achieve a common goal. We have enthusiasm to encourage employee growth through paid education, training, and vast resources. If you know of our reputation in the industry, you would be proud to work for our company. We have an excellent track record and a strong example of leadership in the industry.
https://dynamic-appliance-repair.careerplug.com/j/010nkau
PLEASE 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤. 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮.
Kathy Slipek
Managing Director
Dynamic Appliance Repair
(480) 590-3533
Visit Our Website
Review Us
My name is Cheryl Kroyer and I am running for re-election to the Carefree Town Council. It is an honor to serve my community and I thank you all for your past support. And, I’d like to ask for your continued support in the coming election on August 2, 2022.
I hope that my accomplishments will demonstrate my love for and dedication to our Town. Over my tenure on the Council I have been instrumental in:
*** making sure that all Town residents have access to a quality water supply.
*** making our roadways safe for pedestrians.
*** finding sources of revenue that can provide for fire and police services to keep our Town safe.
*** working on signage strategies to get visitors into our town and once here to easily find our wide assortment of restaurants, shops, galleries and services
Please consider voting for me to continue the work to make our Town vibrant, viable and livable in the years to come. Thank you.
I hope that my accomplishments will demonstrate my love for and dedication to our Town. Over my tenure on the Council I have been instrumental in:
*** making sure that all Town residents have access to a quality water supply.
*** making our roadways safe for pedestrians.
*** finding sources of revenue that can provide for fire and police services to keep our Town safe.
*** working on signage strategies to get visitors into our town and once here to easily find our wide assortment of restaurants, shops, galleries and services
Please consider voting for me to continue the work to make our Town vibrant, viable and livable in the years to come. Thank you.
Carefree Artwalk
& FRIENDS
Come see our talented artists and diverse selections!
& FRIENDS
Come see our talented artists and diverse selections!
“The mind loves the unknown. It loves images whose meaning is unknown, since the meaning of the mind itself is unknown.” ~ Rene Magrittee same time.” – Thomas Merton
Non profit Info:
This is advance info on the AT&T 3 Miler Race that will take place in Carefree on November 5th to benefit veterans.
https://vimeo.com/679591967
Cave Creek Museum
Stamp Mill demonstrations and The Arizona Gold Mining Experience at the Cave Creek Museum
“Cave Creek Museum is proud to feature Arizona’s mining history,” says Johnson. “Our historic stamp mill and tramway is from the Golden Reef Mine on Continental Mountain and is the only one in Arizona within five miles of its original site. We want people to come and experience how gold mining was done back in the day. And, plan to spend time exploring our exciting new The Arizona Gold Mining Experience, which includes blacksmithing, a mine and gold panning.
The stamp mill will be operated on the second Saturday of each month during the museum’s 2022 season.
Arizona Gold Mining Experience expands, adds mine shaft
A new exhibit has just opened at Cave Creek Museum’s Arizona Gold Mining Experience. The new mine shaft is a replica of a typical hard rock Arizona gold mine. To enhance the experience, lights flash and the earth shakes to replicate sequential dynamite explosions. Visitors will learn how the introduction of dynamite and compressed air rock drills increased a mine’s output, but also made it far more dangerous for Arizona miners at the time.
About the Experience
The Arizona Gold Mining Experience features the mine, a tram, a crusher and the 10-stamp mill as part of a 90-minute fascinating demonstration. The Arizona Gold Mining Experience runs the second Saturday of every month, October through May. 11 AM-12:45 PM in the museum lobby and admission is $7 for adults; $5 for seniors; children under 12 are free. Visitors should plan on arriving early so they can purchase admission prior to the event. We encourage guests to purchase their tickets in advance by visiting them museum’s website at cavecreekmuseum.org to avoid waiting in line at the register.
The Arizona Gold Mining Experience, the last “experience" of the season at Cave Creek Museum, will take place on Saturday, May 14, 2022.
Cave Creek Museum and Kiwanis Family Days present Celebrate the USA
Cave Creek Museum will present a Kiwanis -sponsored event, Celebrate the USA on May 15, 2022 from 2-4 PM.
Visitors will enjoy patriotic-themed activities to focus on historical events and figures celebrating such holidays as Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day and more. Rediscover your freedom-loving roots during this inspiring event. Free to the public.
Cave Creek Museum Presents The Unknown Soldier Story
Cave Creek Museum Presents will host The Unknown Soldier Story on Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 2-4 PM.
May 21 is the perfect time to learn more about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and its connection to our troops and veterans – especially with Memorial Day around the corner on May 30. Feel your patriotism in remembering those who died in active military service.
Presenter Matthew Scott is a Life Associate Member of the Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Scott will talk about the selection and burial of the first Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery.
https://vimeo.com/679591967
Cave Creek Museum
Stamp Mill demonstrations and The Arizona Gold Mining Experience at the Cave Creek Museum
“Cave Creek Museum is proud to feature Arizona’s mining history,” says Johnson. “Our historic stamp mill and tramway is from the Golden Reef Mine on Continental Mountain and is the only one in Arizona within five miles of its original site. We want people to come and experience how gold mining was done back in the day. And, plan to spend time exploring our exciting new The Arizona Gold Mining Experience, which includes blacksmithing, a mine and gold panning.
The stamp mill will be operated on the second Saturday of each month during the museum’s 2022 season.
Arizona Gold Mining Experience expands, adds mine shaft
A new exhibit has just opened at Cave Creek Museum’s Arizona Gold Mining Experience. The new mine shaft is a replica of a typical hard rock Arizona gold mine. To enhance the experience, lights flash and the earth shakes to replicate sequential dynamite explosions. Visitors will learn how the introduction of dynamite and compressed air rock drills increased a mine’s output, but also made it far more dangerous for Arizona miners at the time.
About the Experience
The Arizona Gold Mining Experience features the mine, a tram, a crusher and the 10-stamp mill as part of a 90-minute fascinating demonstration. The Arizona Gold Mining Experience runs the second Saturday of every month, October through May. 11 AM-12:45 PM in the museum lobby and admission is $7 for adults; $5 for seniors; children under 12 are free. Visitors should plan on arriving early so they can purchase admission prior to the event. We encourage guests to purchase their tickets in advance by visiting them museum’s website at cavecreekmuseum.org to avoid waiting in line at the register.
The Arizona Gold Mining Experience, the last “experience" of the season at Cave Creek Museum, will take place on Saturday, May 14, 2022.
Cave Creek Museum and Kiwanis Family Days present Celebrate the USA
Cave Creek Museum will present a Kiwanis -sponsored event, Celebrate the USA on May 15, 2022 from 2-4 PM.
Visitors will enjoy patriotic-themed activities to focus on historical events and figures celebrating such holidays as Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day and more. Rediscover your freedom-loving roots during this inspiring event. Free to the public.
Cave Creek Museum Presents The Unknown Soldier Story
Cave Creek Museum Presents will host The Unknown Soldier Story on Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 2-4 PM.
May 21 is the perfect time to learn more about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and its connection to our troops and veterans – especially with Memorial Day around the corner on May 30. Feel your patriotism in remembering those who died in active military service.
Presenter Matthew Scott is a Life Associate Member of the Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Scott will talk about the selection and burial of the first Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery.
The 51-year-old museum’s mission is to preserve the artifacts of the prehistory, history, culture and legacy of the Cave Creek Mining District and the Cave Creek/Carefree foothills area through education, research, and interpretive exhibits. The Cave Creek Museum is located at 6140 E. Skyline Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz., 480.488.2764. Open October through May.
UPSCALE SINGERS ARE ‘BROADWAY BOUND’ THIS SPRING
Upscale Singers, Scottsdale’s premier adult choir, will be back onstage this spring with three concerts, including its first matinee.
“Broadway Bound” will feature the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Disney, “Grease” and Abba at three locations. Two of the shows will include a full buffet dinner:
APRIL 10, DESERT MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB, Cochise-Geronimo Clubhouse, Scottsdale, $85: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for cash bar and raffle, buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.
APRIL 30, ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC COMMUNITY, Fenlon Hospitality Center, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, $55: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for cash bar, raffle and silent auction; buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased at upscalesingers.com.
The group was preparing “Broadway Bound” when the pandemic began in 2020, forcing the cancellation of live concerts until last year. Upscale Singers returned to the stage for two well-attended Christmas concerts, and now the singers finally get to share the fun music and choreography of their spring shows.
“We are an eager group,” director Margaret Watson said. “We wanted to perform this show two years ago, and now we’re able to go. It was fun two years ago, and it’s even more fun now.”
Of particular fun to audiences is the music selection. People young and old are familiar with Disney favorites “Beauty and the Beast” and “Aladdin,” for example.
“Young people are going to love this show because they grew up on that music watching it on the animated film versions,” Watson said. “There are a couple of generations here that grew up on that music, and it’s great music.”
CALENDAR ITEM:
APRIL 10, 30
UPSCALE SINGERS
Upscale Singers presents “Broadway Bound,” featuring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Disney, “Grease” and Abba, in three performances, including its first matinee. 2 p.m. April 3, The Holland Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale, $30 for adults, $12 for youths 14 and under; 5:30 p.m. April 10, Desert Mountain Golf Club, Cochise-Geronimo Clubhouse, Scottsdale, $85 (dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.); 5:30 p.m. April 30, St. Patrick Catholic Community, Fenlon Hall, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, $55 (dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.).
Upscale Singers, Scottsdale’s premier adult choir, will be back onstage this spring with three concerts, including its first matinee.
“Broadway Bound” will feature the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Disney, “Grease” and Abba at three locations. Two of the shows will include a full buffet dinner:
APRIL 10, DESERT MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB, Cochise-Geronimo Clubhouse, Scottsdale, $85: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for cash bar and raffle, buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.
APRIL 30, ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC COMMUNITY, Fenlon Hospitality Center, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, $55: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for cash bar, raffle and silent auction; buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased at upscalesingers.com.
The group was preparing “Broadway Bound” when the pandemic began in 2020, forcing the cancellation of live concerts until last year. Upscale Singers returned to the stage for two well-attended Christmas concerts, and now the singers finally get to share the fun music and choreography of their spring shows.
“We are an eager group,” director Margaret Watson said. “We wanted to perform this show two years ago, and now we’re able to go. It was fun two years ago, and it’s even more fun now.”
Of particular fun to audiences is the music selection. People young and old are familiar with Disney favorites “Beauty and the Beast” and “Aladdin,” for example.
“Young people are going to love this show because they grew up on that music watching it on the animated film versions,” Watson said. “There are a couple of generations here that grew up on that music, and it’s great music.”
CALENDAR ITEM:
APRIL 10, 30
UPSCALE SINGERS
Upscale Singers presents “Broadway Bound,” featuring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Disney, “Grease” and Abba, in three performances, including its first matinee. 2 p.m. April 3, The Holland Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale, $30 for adults, $12 for youths 14 and under; 5:30 p.m. April 10, Desert Mountain Golf Club, Cochise-Geronimo Clubhouse, Scottsdale, $85 (dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.); 5:30 p.m. April 30, St. Patrick Catholic Community, Fenlon Hall, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale, $55 (dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.).
Desert Foothills Library
April 2022 Adult Events/Programs
Information for events: Contact Heather Wurr, Youth & Teen Services Manager, Desert Foothills Library, 480-488-2286, hwurr@dfla.org, www.dfla.org
Where: Desert Foothills Library, 38443 North Schoolhouse Road, Cave Creek, 85331
Desert Foothills Art Gallery
Trending Showcase March 17th - May 12th
FEATURED PROGRAMS
French Class
Fridays, April 1st – May 20th, 11:00 am
Parlez-vous francais? This beginner class meets once a week for eight weeks. The focus is on conversation, using practical vocabulary for everyday situations. Handouts will be provided. A new experience is awaiting you! So, join me, and start preparing for your next French vacation.
Bonjour! My name is Dominique. I am a native French speaker and a foreign language teacher. I graduated from the Ecole du Louvre in art history and museology, and was an Art Lecturer of the French National Museums in Paris. After moving to the U.S., I began a teaching career and taught French and Spanish in the Cave Creek Unified School District.
Questions about the class, please contact instructor at dominique.flamm@gmail.com
RSVP at dfla.org | Class limited to 8 students, register today!
Cost: $80
Jubilate Concert
Saturday, April 23, 1:00 pm
Saturday, April 30, 1:00 pm
Jubilate Conservatory of music will have two recitals at Desert foothills Library in the Jones Coates Room in April. Voice, violin, viola, and cello students will present solos with accompanist Jeff Yoder. No admission fees will be charged at the door and all are welcome to join us in support of these young musicians.
No registration.
Cost: FREE
Double Your Social Security, Other Retirement Income, & Reduce Taxes
Saturday, April 30, 10:30 am
Why Social Security can be a million-dollar decision. How to receive 2-3 times the income from banks, bonds, and stock dividends and reduce taxes on either current wages or retirement income. Learn how to generate $10,000 to $100,000 more in retirement income! Dr. Harold Wong earned his Ph.D Economics at UC Berkley and was the guest expert on over 400 TV and Radio shows. For eight years, he wrote the financial column for the AZ Republic community section. He has educated thousands of attorneys and CPAs on advanced tax and financial strategies.
RSVP at dlfa.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
WEEKLY PROGRAMS
Craft N Chat
Mondays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Do you knit, crochet, or practice another table craft? Join other local enthusiasts weekly for companionable creating and conversation. Any portable craft is welcomed! New crafters and all skill levels are always welcome!
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
eBook and Online Database Help
Tuesdays, 11:00-12:00 pm
Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks can be easy through the library’s digital collection! Each week there will be an informal drop-in class for anyone with questions about Libby, Cloud Library, or any of the apps the library offers. We will show you how to download the apps to your phone or tablet and how to navigate the digital collection. No question is too small! Please bring your device and have your library card ready! For Apple users your Apple ID will be needed.
No registration
Cost: FREE
MahJongg 103: Unsupervised Play
Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pm
Informal MahJongg play for any level! Groups, individuals, and recent students of MahJongg 101 & 102 looking for a place to come and enjoy playing with people in your community. This group is unsupervised. No sets are provided, must bring your own.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: $5
Alcoholics Anonymous
Thursdays, 5:00-6:00 pm
A.A. meetings are being held at Desert Foothills Library on Thursdays.
No registration
Cost: FREE
Jubilate Conservatory of Music Spring Semester Classes
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday January-May
Scholarships are available!
Jubilate Conservatory of Music, a school of classical music, where young students learn to read and write music, begins in-person music classes in September. The Fall Semester lasts fourteen weeks. Violin, viola, cello and choir will be instructed in an after-school format. Online lessons and classes will continue with a particular favorite, Online Collaboration, where students work together online to create a music video. Information about Jubilate Conservatory of Music may be found at jubilateconservatoryofmusic.org. Saturday Music Classes are offered free of tuition.
Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm – Beginning Violin Class. For students 8 years and older; students learn to read music and play the violin in a focused setting with a class limited to 6 students. $364.00 for the semester plus $6.00 registration fee.
Tuesdays 4:15-5:30 pm – Jubilate Choir & Voice Class. For students age 10 and older; students learn how to sing with others in a group setting, read music and follow a director, singing several different styles of music. $364.00 for the semester plus $6.00 registration fee.
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 pm – Ensemble for Strings. For student age 10 and older who know how to read music and play violin, viola, or cello; students enjoy playing music together in a group and increase their ability to read music and engage with other young musicians. $364.00 for the semester plus $6.00 registration fee.
Saturday 10:00-1:00 pm – Saturday Strings. For age 5yrs and older. 10:00-11:00 am – Advanced/Intermediate strings. 11:00-11:30 am – Beginning Strings (Advanced/Intermediate Students on Break). 11:30-12:00 pm – Jubilate Violin Orchestra, combined class rehearsal. $6.00 registration fee only.
Saturday 12:15-1:00 pm – Musicianship Class. For all ages, (very young children should be accompanied by their parent). Students learn to sing their way through music theory in a fun and lively classroom setting. $6.00 registration fee only.
This is a class through Jubilate Conservatory of Music. Instruments are not provided. If you are interested in joining, please contact Laya Field for more information at 480-993-6147 or jubilateconservatoryofmusic.org.
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
Medicare 101 with ASC Insurance
Thursday, April 19, 4:00 pm
We’ll discuss and cover:
· Knowing your rights, options, and entitlements.
· The correct time to enroll in Medicare
· What Medicare does and does not cover
· Medicare Advantage
· Medicare Supplement insurance
· Medicare review for post 65 beneficiaries
· Medicare Part D
RSVP by contacting: Derrick Cooper at 480-648-5052 or derrick.cooper@ascinsuranceaz.com OR Michael Smith at 602-793-1925 or mpsmith.benefits@gmail.com
Little Known Stories of WWII with Gary Zaro
Friday, April 22, 2:00 pm
This film series offers little known war stories filled with daring, intrigue, and sometimes such improbability they have to be seen to be believed. At the heart of each one, are the men and women who made World War II modern history’s seminal event, one that still effects our lives and world today. Everyone is invited to participate in the discussion following each film. This Month: The Apology (2016)
RSVP at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
Puzzle Exchange
Friday, April 29, 9:00-5:00pm
Are you sick of your puzzles at home because you have completed all of them multiple times? Come drop off your gently used puzzles and pick out a new one for free! Leave one puzzle and take four, the more the merrier. Offered on the last Friday of every month. All ages and skill levels encouraged!
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
LITERARY PROGRAMS
Library Book Club
Tuesday, April 26, 10:00-12:00 pm
Book Club is offered twice every month! Same book, same facilitator, different days. Choose which day is best for you to join. Everyone is welcome! Currently held on Zoom each month. This Month: The Thousand Autumns of Jacob de Zoet by David Mitchell.
RSVP at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
Literary Salon
Thursday, April 21, 10:00 am
An informal discussion of books, film and theater, led by a facilitator. No requirements to read or see any particular book, film or play. Everyone is invited to share ideas and reflections on the selected theme. This Month: Our April Salon will salute the showers that bring May flowers. Choose any book, Film, music or other literary genre with the word “rain” in the title, or in which rain plays a major role. Some best sellers include “Fifty Words for Rain,” “The Color of Rain” and “The Art of Racing in the Rain,” which is also a film. Other film ideas are “Singing in the Rain” and “The Umbrellas of Cherbourg.” How does “rain” fit into the context of the story? Is it a metaphor, a physical entity, or both? Is it treated as a character, a natural element, or a blend the two? Is the rain gentle or torrential, or does it change? We’ll consider these questions and more as we explore “rain.”
No registration | Questions please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Gentle Chair Yoga
Mondays, 11:00-12:00 pm
Yoga for Every Body! Through a slow flow of poses coordinated with breath you’ll begin strengthening your heart, bones, balance and sharpening the mind. You are only one yoga class away from a good mood! Marina started practicing yoga in 1995, and for the past seven years has taught locally. Marina also offers Gentle Yoga every Wednesday at 11:00am. Chairs are provided.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Questions about Gentle Chair Yoga please contact instructor, Marina Kachur, at 480-510-6572 or yokama14@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Tai Chi – Qigong for Everyone!
All Tuesdays, 9:00-10:00 am
Thursday April 21 & 28, 9:00-10:00 am
Tai Chi & Qigong is a self-care practice. It is a choice of a healthy lifestyle and living well. It improves balance, flexibility, brain plasticity, inner peace and overall wellness. This class is offered every Tuesday and Thursday. Bina Bou is a senior trainer at IIQTC. She has been sharing the ancient practice for over a decade in our community. She believes no matter where you are on your healing journey Tai Chi practice can help improve your quality of life. To learn more about her classes visit mindfocusbodyqi.com
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Tai Chi & Qigong for Everyone please contact instructor, Bina Bou, at bina.b75@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays, 11:00-12:00 pm
Yoga for Every Body! Through a slow flow of poses coordinated with the breath you’ll begin strengthening your heart, bones, balance and sharpening the mind. You are only one yoga class away from a good mood! Marina started practicing yoga in 1995, and for the past seven years has taught locally. Marina also offers Chair Yoga every Monday at 11:00am. Please bring a yoga mat and a blanket.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Questions about Gentle Yoga please contact instructor, Marina Kachur, at 480-510-6572 or yokama14@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Meditation with Reiki Healing
Wednesday, April 20, 1:00-2:00 pm
Meditation and relaxation have been proven to promote mental and physical changes in a person. Come and experience meditation with guidance. Discuss your experience. Discover the power of healing through guided meditation. If you are interested in expanding your meditation practices, the reiki healing will provide a unique opportunity to experience the healing affects.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Meditation with Reiki Healing please contact instructor, Karen Cimaglia at rockinvibs21@gmail.com
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Yoga Fusion
Thursdays, 12:00-1:00pm
Please join Elizabeth Boisson for an intermediate-level course of Yoga Fusion on Thursdays from 12:00-1:00 pm! We will start with breathing exercises, go through a series of stretching movements to open our hearts and our hips, and then move into Vinyasa or Flow yoga and several standing sequences, including balance exercises. We finish with 5 minutes of Savasana at the end of class.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Yoga Fusion, please contact instructor Elizabeth Boisson: 480-363-5275 or evboisson@yahoo.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
The Healing Pathway
Monday, April 25, 9:30-11:00 am
Join us on this journey of grief. This group will guide and support you as you discover your "new normal". The open-ended group will provide you with practical tools and supportive conversation as you are processing your personal grief journey. The group shares a common language of grief.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
Reiki Healing
Wednesday, April 27, 1:00-2:00 pm
Learn and explore through a variety of energy healing methods including Reiki. We will play with the energy for a better understanding, how you can use it and how you can consciously control more of the energy that makes up all that is you. Each person is here for their unique experience, no matter the age or belief system there is something for you to glean from knowing more about yourself and how better to know yourself than through the part of you that is unseen. Healing is the focus of Reiki and healing is multi-level.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Reiki Healing, please contact instructor, Rev. Dr. Karen Cimaglia at rockinvibs21@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Desert Foothills Library
APRIL 2022 Youth, Teen, & Family Events/Programs
Information for events: Contact Heather Wurr, Youth & Teen Services Manager, Desert Foothills Library, 480-488-2286, hwurr@dfla.org, www.dfla.org
Where: All events below take place at Desert Foothills Library, 38443 North Schoolhouse Road, Cave Creek, 85331
All youth and teen programs are free but require registration unless otherwise noted.
Baby Storytime
Every Other Friday, 10:30-11:00am – April 22
Children ages 0 to 18 months and families are encouraged to join Miss Heather for a storytime featuring songs, rhymes, movement, & stories to stimulate language and literacy development. Please register beforehand as space is limited.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:00am – April 26
Children ages 1 to 3 years old and families are encouraged to join Miss Heather for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster early literacy skills. Afterwards, there will be a craft or activity to expand upon storytime. Please register beforehand as space is limited and so there are enough supplies for crafts.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays, 10:30-11:00am – April 21, 28
Children ages 4 to 6 years old and families are encouraged to join Miss Heather for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster early literacy skills. Afterwards, there will be a craft or activity to expand upon storytime. Please register beforehand as space is limited and so there are enough supplies for crafts.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Jubilate Music Classes
Mondays, 4:00-5:00pm
Tuesdays, 4:15-5:30pm
Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00pm
Saturday, 10:00-12:00pm
Saturday, 12:15-1:00pm
Jubilate Conservatory of Music, a school of classical music, where young students learn to read and write music, presents in-person music classes at Desert Foothills Library. Violin, viola, cello and choir will be instructed in an after-school format. Online lessons and classes will continue with a particular favorite, Online Collaboration, where students work together online to create a music video. Information about Jubilate Conservatory of Music may be found at jubilateconservatoryofmusic.org. Saturday Music Classes are offered free of tuition. These classes are through Jubilate Conservatory of Music. Instruments are not provided.
If you are interested in joining, please contact Laya Field for more information at 480-993-6147.
Teen Book Club: Manga Edition
Magus of the Library Volume 1 by Mitsu Izumi
Wednesday, April 20, 3:30-4:30 pm
Librarian Heather is diving into the world of manga and needs your help – either as a guide or as a fellow beginner! Each month, we will read the first volume of a different manga series to discuss it and manga in general. April’s book is Magus of the Library Volume 1 by Mitsu Izumi. The main character is banned from using libraries due to prejudice, so he travels to an area where his pointed ears won’t bar his ability to read. This is a tale filled with magic, libraries, and the power of books. Snacks will be provided! Copies of the book are available for checkout.
This program is suited for ages 13-18.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Dungeons & Dragons
Saturday, April 30, 1:00-3:00pm
Interested in Dungeons & Dragons but don’t know how to get started? Love D&D but don’t have a group? Join Librarian Heather as she leads adventurers through a campaign, explaining the basics along the way. Both seasoned players and people new to RPGs are welcome! If you are able, please come with a filled out character sheet (blank ones will be available in the library). There will also be premade characters available on the day of. If you missed the last meeting – don’t worry! We’ll find a way to introduce your character to the party.
This program is suited for ages 12-18.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
April 2022 Adult Events/Programs
Information for events: Contact Heather Wurr, Youth & Teen Services Manager, Desert Foothills Library, 480-488-2286, hwurr@dfla.org, www.dfla.org
Where: Desert Foothills Library, 38443 North Schoolhouse Road, Cave Creek, 85331
Desert Foothills Art Gallery
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FEATURED PROGRAMS
French Class
Fridays, April 1st – May 20th, 11:00 am
Parlez-vous francais? This beginner class meets once a week for eight weeks. The focus is on conversation, using practical vocabulary for everyday situations. Handouts will be provided. A new experience is awaiting you! So, join me, and start preparing for your next French vacation.
Bonjour! My name is Dominique. I am a native French speaker and a foreign language teacher. I graduated from the Ecole du Louvre in art history and museology, and was an Art Lecturer of the French National Museums in Paris. After moving to the U.S., I began a teaching career and taught French and Spanish in the Cave Creek Unified School District.
Questions about the class, please contact instructor at dominique.flamm@gmail.com
RSVP at dfla.org | Class limited to 8 students, register today!
Cost: $80
Jubilate Concert
Saturday, April 23, 1:00 pm
Saturday, April 30, 1:00 pm
Jubilate Conservatory of music will have two recitals at Desert foothills Library in the Jones Coates Room in April. Voice, violin, viola, and cello students will present solos with accompanist Jeff Yoder. No admission fees will be charged at the door and all are welcome to join us in support of these young musicians.
No registration.
Cost: FREE
Double Your Social Security, Other Retirement Income, & Reduce Taxes
Saturday, April 30, 10:30 am
Why Social Security can be a million-dollar decision. How to receive 2-3 times the income from banks, bonds, and stock dividends and reduce taxes on either current wages or retirement income. Learn how to generate $10,000 to $100,000 more in retirement income! Dr. Harold Wong earned his Ph.D Economics at UC Berkley and was the guest expert on over 400 TV and Radio shows. For eight years, he wrote the financial column for the AZ Republic community section. He has educated thousands of attorneys and CPAs on advanced tax and financial strategies.
RSVP at dlfa.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
WEEKLY PROGRAMS
Craft N Chat
Mondays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Do you knit, crochet, or practice another table craft? Join other local enthusiasts weekly for companionable creating and conversation. Any portable craft is welcomed! New crafters and all skill levels are always welcome!
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
eBook and Online Database Help
Tuesdays, 11:00-12:00 pm
Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks can be easy through the library’s digital collection! Each week there will be an informal drop-in class for anyone with questions about Libby, Cloud Library, or any of the apps the library offers. We will show you how to download the apps to your phone or tablet and how to navigate the digital collection. No question is too small! Please bring your device and have your library card ready! For Apple users your Apple ID will be needed.
No registration
Cost: FREE
MahJongg 103: Unsupervised Play
Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pm
Informal MahJongg play for any level! Groups, individuals, and recent students of MahJongg 101 & 102 looking for a place to come and enjoy playing with people in your community. This group is unsupervised. No sets are provided, must bring your own.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: $5
Alcoholics Anonymous
Thursdays, 5:00-6:00 pm
A.A. meetings are being held at Desert Foothills Library on Thursdays.
No registration
Cost: FREE
Jubilate Conservatory of Music Spring Semester Classes
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday January-May
Scholarships are available!
Jubilate Conservatory of Music, a school of classical music, where young students learn to read and write music, begins in-person music classes in September. The Fall Semester lasts fourteen weeks. Violin, viola, cello and choir will be instructed in an after-school format. Online lessons and classes will continue with a particular favorite, Online Collaboration, where students work together online to create a music video. Information about Jubilate Conservatory of Music may be found at jubilateconservatoryofmusic.org. Saturday Music Classes are offered free of tuition.
Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm – Beginning Violin Class. For students 8 years and older; students learn to read music and play the violin in a focused setting with a class limited to 6 students. $364.00 for the semester plus $6.00 registration fee.
Tuesdays 4:15-5:30 pm – Jubilate Choir & Voice Class. For students age 10 and older; students learn how to sing with others in a group setting, read music and follow a director, singing several different styles of music. $364.00 for the semester plus $6.00 registration fee.
Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 pm – Ensemble for Strings. For student age 10 and older who know how to read music and play violin, viola, or cello; students enjoy playing music together in a group and increase their ability to read music and engage with other young musicians. $364.00 for the semester plus $6.00 registration fee.
Saturday 10:00-1:00 pm – Saturday Strings. For age 5yrs and older. 10:00-11:00 am – Advanced/Intermediate strings. 11:00-11:30 am – Beginning Strings (Advanced/Intermediate Students on Break). 11:30-12:00 pm – Jubilate Violin Orchestra, combined class rehearsal. $6.00 registration fee only.
Saturday 12:15-1:00 pm – Musicianship Class. For all ages, (very young children should be accompanied by their parent). Students learn to sing their way through music theory in a fun and lively classroom setting. $6.00 registration fee only.
This is a class through Jubilate Conservatory of Music. Instruments are not provided. If you are interested in joining, please contact Laya Field for more information at 480-993-6147 or jubilateconservatoryofmusic.org.
MONTHLY PROGRAMS
Medicare 101 with ASC Insurance
Thursday, April 19, 4:00 pm
We’ll discuss and cover:
· Knowing your rights, options, and entitlements.
· The correct time to enroll in Medicare
· What Medicare does and does not cover
· Medicare Advantage
· Medicare Supplement insurance
· Medicare review for post 65 beneficiaries
· Medicare Part D
RSVP by contacting: Derrick Cooper at 480-648-5052 or derrick.cooper@ascinsuranceaz.com OR Michael Smith at 602-793-1925 or mpsmith.benefits@gmail.com
Little Known Stories of WWII with Gary Zaro
Friday, April 22, 2:00 pm
This film series offers little known war stories filled with daring, intrigue, and sometimes such improbability they have to be seen to be believed. At the heart of each one, are the men and women who made World War II modern history’s seminal event, one that still effects our lives and world today. Everyone is invited to participate in the discussion following each film. This Month: The Apology (2016)
RSVP at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
Puzzle Exchange
Friday, April 29, 9:00-5:00pm
Are you sick of your puzzles at home because you have completed all of them multiple times? Come drop off your gently used puzzles and pick out a new one for free! Leave one puzzle and take four, the more the merrier. Offered on the last Friday of every month. All ages and skill levels encouraged!
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
LITERARY PROGRAMS
Library Book Club
Tuesday, April 26, 10:00-12:00 pm
Book Club is offered twice every month! Same book, same facilitator, different days. Choose which day is best for you to join. Everyone is welcome! Currently held on Zoom each month. This Month: The Thousand Autumns of Jacob de Zoet by David Mitchell.
RSVP at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
Literary Salon
Thursday, April 21, 10:00 am
An informal discussion of books, film and theater, led by a facilitator. No requirements to read or see any particular book, film or play. Everyone is invited to share ideas and reflections on the selected theme. This Month: Our April Salon will salute the showers that bring May flowers. Choose any book, Film, music or other literary genre with the word “rain” in the title, or in which rain plays a major role. Some best sellers include “Fifty Words for Rain,” “The Color of Rain” and “The Art of Racing in the Rain,” which is also a film. Other film ideas are “Singing in the Rain” and “The Umbrellas of Cherbourg.” How does “rain” fit into the context of the story? Is it a metaphor, a physical entity, or both? Is it treated as a character, a natural element, or a blend the two? Is the rain gentle or torrential, or does it change? We’ll consider these questions and more as we explore “rain.”
No registration | Questions please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Gentle Chair Yoga
Mondays, 11:00-12:00 pm
Yoga for Every Body! Through a slow flow of poses coordinated with breath you’ll begin strengthening your heart, bones, balance and sharpening the mind. You are only one yoga class away from a good mood! Marina started practicing yoga in 1995, and for the past seven years has taught locally. Marina also offers Gentle Yoga every Wednesday at 11:00am. Chairs are provided.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Questions about Gentle Chair Yoga please contact instructor, Marina Kachur, at 480-510-6572 or yokama14@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Tai Chi – Qigong for Everyone!
All Tuesdays, 9:00-10:00 am
Thursday April 21 & 28, 9:00-10:00 am
Tai Chi & Qigong is a self-care practice. It is a choice of a healthy lifestyle and living well. It improves balance, flexibility, brain plasticity, inner peace and overall wellness. This class is offered every Tuesday and Thursday. Bina Bou is a senior trainer at IIQTC. She has been sharing the ancient practice for over a decade in our community. She believes no matter where you are on your healing journey Tai Chi practice can help improve your quality of life. To learn more about her classes visit mindfocusbodyqi.com
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Tai Chi & Qigong for Everyone please contact instructor, Bina Bou, at bina.b75@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays, 11:00-12:00 pm
Yoga for Every Body! Through a slow flow of poses coordinated with the breath you’ll begin strengthening your heart, bones, balance and sharpening the mind. You are only one yoga class away from a good mood! Marina started practicing yoga in 1995, and for the past seven years has taught locally. Marina also offers Chair Yoga every Monday at 11:00am. Please bring a yoga mat and a blanket.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Questions about Gentle Yoga please contact instructor, Marina Kachur, at 480-510-6572 or yokama14@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Meditation with Reiki Healing
Wednesday, April 20, 1:00-2:00 pm
Meditation and relaxation have been proven to promote mental and physical changes in a person. Come and experience meditation with guidance. Discuss your experience. Discover the power of healing through guided meditation. If you are interested in expanding your meditation practices, the reiki healing will provide a unique opportunity to experience the healing affects.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Meditation with Reiki Healing please contact instructor, Karen Cimaglia at rockinvibs21@gmail.com
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Yoga Fusion
Thursdays, 12:00-1:00pm
Please join Elizabeth Boisson for an intermediate-level course of Yoga Fusion on Thursdays from 12:00-1:00 pm! We will start with breathing exercises, go through a series of stretching movements to open our hearts and our hips, and then move into Vinyasa or Flow yoga and several standing sequences, including balance exercises. We finish with 5 minutes of Savasana at the end of class.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Yoga Fusion, please contact instructor Elizabeth Boisson: 480-363-5275 or evboisson@yahoo.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
The Healing Pathway
Monday, April 25, 9:30-11:00 am
Join us on this journey of grief. This group will guide and support you as you discover your "new normal". The open-ended group will provide you with practical tools and supportive conversation as you are processing your personal grief journey. The group shares a common language of grief.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Cost: FREE
Reiki Healing
Wednesday, April 27, 1:00-2:00 pm
Learn and explore through a variety of energy healing methods including Reiki. We will play with the energy for a better understanding, how you can use it and how you can consciously control more of the energy that makes up all that is you. Each person is here for their unique experience, no matter the age or belief system there is something for you to glean from knowing more about yourself and how better to know yourself than through the part of you that is unseen. Healing is the focus of Reiki and healing is multi-level.
No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Questions about Reiki Healing, please contact instructor, Rev. Dr. Karen Cimaglia at rockinvibs21@gmail.com.
Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class
Desert Foothills Library
APRIL 2022 Youth, Teen, & Family Events/Programs
Information for events: Contact Heather Wurr, Youth & Teen Services Manager, Desert Foothills Library, 480-488-2286, hwurr@dfla.org, www.dfla.org
Where: All events below take place at Desert Foothills Library, 38443 North Schoolhouse Road, Cave Creek, 85331
All youth and teen programs are free but require registration unless otherwise noted.
Baby Storytime
Every Other Friday, 10:30-11:00am – April 22
Children ages 0 to 18 months and families are encouraged to join Miss Heather for a storytime featuring songs, rhymes, movement, & stories to stimulate language and literacy development. Please register beforehand as space is limited.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:00am – April 26
Children ages 1 to 3 years old and families are encouraged to join Miss Heather for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster early literacy skills. Afterwards, there will be a craft or activity to expand upon storytime. Please register beforehand as space is limited and so there are enough supplies for crafts.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays, 10:30-11:00am – April 21, 28
Children ages 4 to 6 years old and families are encouraged to join Miss Heather for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster early literacy skills. Afterwards, there will be a craft or activity to expand upon storytime. Please register beforehand as space is limited and so there are enough supplies for crafts.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
Jubilate Music Classes
Mondays, 4:00-5:00pm
Tuesdays, 4:15-5:30pm
Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00pm
Saturday, 10:00-12:00pm
Saturday, 12:15-1:00pm
Jubilate Conservatory of Music, a school of classical music, where young students learn to read and write music, presents in-person music classes at Desert Foothills Library. Violin, viola, cello and choir will be instructed in an after-school format. Online lessons and classes will continue with a particular favorite, Online Collaboration, where students work together online to create a music video. Information about Jubilate Conservatory of Music may be found at jubilateconservatoryofmusic.org. Saturday Music Classes are offered free of tuition. These classes are through Jubilate Conservatory of Music. Instruments are not provided.
If you are interested in joining, please contact Laya Field for more information at 480-993-6147.
Teen Book Club: Manga Edition
Magus of the Library Volume 1 by Mitsu Izumi
Wednesday, April 20, 3:30-4:30 pm
Librarian Heather is diving into the world of manga and needs your help – either as a guide or as a fellow beginner! Each month, we will read the first volume of a different manga series to discuss it and manga in general. April’s book is Magus of the Library Volume 1 by Mitsu Izumi. The main character is banned from using libraries due to prejudice, so he travels to an area where his pointed ears won’t bar his ability to read. This is a tale filled with magic, libraries, and the power of books. Snacks will be provided! Copies of the book are available for checkout.
This program is suited for ages 13-18.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286
Dungeons & Dragons
Saturday, April 30, 1:00-3:00pm
Interested in Dungeons & Dragons but don’t know how to get started? Love D&D but don’t have a group? Join Librarian Heather as she leads adventurers through a campaign, explaining the basics along the way. Both seasoned players and people new to RPGs are welcome! If you are able, please come with a filled out character sheet (blank ones will be available in the library). There will also be premade characters available on the day of. If you missed the last meeting – don’t worry! We’ll find a way to introduce your character to the party.
This program is suited for ages 12-18.
RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.
