(Lyn's note: Please feel free to send us any pictures you'd like included.  If your photos are for sale, let us know and we will put them under that category.  We have a special section for that purpose, and have just added some art as well.  Check out Tom Baker's photos for sale.  He's the photographer who took that gorgeous photo in the Carefree Gardens Photo Contest that was both the judges' first pick and the public favorite.  It's now featured on the Town of Carefree website, and will be the cover of the 2014 Gardens calendar that will be for sale later this summer at Carefree Town Hall.  If anyone would like to buy a print of any of Herbert's photos, all profits will be donated to one of the local non-profit organizations.)  Here's the link to this week's Pictures of the Week.

http://www.carefreetruth.com/Carefree_Truth/Photos_11-4-13.html 

 

 

 

 

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News

1. •Summary of Major Cave Creek Council Agenda Items 10-21-2013
   

2. •Urgent Zoning Hearings - Hearing Planned for Thursday 10-24-13 Concerning McDonalds Property
   

3. •When it Comes to Wicked... Cave Creek Has it All - This Saturday!!
   

4. •Gin Blossoms at Harold's Corral This Friday Night
   

5. •Taste of Cave Creek - After Action Photo Essay
   

6. •Empty Bowls for the Foothills Food Bank Event a Great Success
   

7. •Artist Beth Zink - Cave Creek Family Originals
   

8. •Watson's Hat Shop One Year Anniversary Celebration this Saturday
   

Opinion

1. •Guest Editorial by Mayor Vince Francia - Do No Harm. No Recalls.
   

2. •Letter to the Editor from Councilman Tom McGuire
   

Have a fantastic week!!

 

 

 

I have known Al Holler for many years.  He does TPT audits and collections for a number of smaller cities and towns.

Ellen Van Riper

 

 

 

There is one thing I'd like to make you aware of so you can warn others.  A couple days ago I parked my car in my driveway and left my doors unlocked.  The next morning someone had rummaged through my glove compartment and center console storage area and took an old GPS.  They left everything else. 

I thought I'd report that to you so that you can warn others to remember to lock their doors.  This was totally avoidable if I would have locked my doors.

Thanks,

Carmen Cavolo

(Lyn's note: I got this from someone in my development, and I sent it out to my HOA list.  I got this response from Arthur Gimson, who is one of my neighboring developments contacts.)

 

Lyn:

Good reminder.  While reading, I could not help but think about the "old

GPS".  I sincerely hope that it was not programmed to reflect a street

address.

There are stories about car thieves targeting cars with GPS's.  After

stealing the car, they activate the GPS to see if it is programmed for a

home address.  If it is, they make a beeline for that address using another car.  The thought behind the process is that:

1.  The person losing the car is obviously not at home!

2.  If they have discovered the loss, maybe someone at the house has been called to assist the distraught driver.

3.  They ring the doorbell hoping that it will not be answered, break in any help themselves.

My GPS is programmed for "Home" as the intersection of Cave Creek Road and

Carefree Highway.

Arthur

(Lyn's note: The people who had the old GPS stolen are new to our development, so it's not an issue for them, but it sure is a valid concern, and Arthur's solution is worth implementing if you have GPS.)

 

 

 

 

 

It could not have gone better! Every vet who attended said they got very high value from it. I can't tell you how gratifying it has been to be with these fine men and women who have served this great country with honor.

Mike Wold

(Lyn's note: I had emailed asking Mike how this weekend's Healing of Memories for Veteran's had gone.  Above is his reply. 

We attended a reception Thursday night at the Black Mountain United Church held for Father Lapsley, the founder of this and other international programs for those traumatized by war and violence.  Herbert took his camera and did a short YouTube on it for them. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwPN3IbH_v4   

Mike is hoping to make this into an annual event here in Carefree, and donations are appreciated, as there is no charge to the vets who attend.  Donations go to the event host, Spirit in the Desert Retreat.

http://www.spiritinthedesert.org/)    

 

 

MG CAR SHOW
Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at 10:00am – 12:00pm
Hosted by the MG “T” Roadrunners Club.  Beautiful vintage cars will be on display in downtown Carefree along Easy Street.

 

 

Hi Lyn,

Can you reminder your readers of the upcoming MaskQuerade Ball? I think you ran the story more than 30 days ago. This is a super fun event.

“MASK”QUERADE BALL SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

DON YOUR MASKS AND COSTUMES FOR A GOOD CAUSE

Enjoy an evening of dinner and dancing to benefit the Foothills Caring Corps.

Celebrate the fall season, and don costumes and masks for a good cause, at the Foothills Caring Corps annual “Mask”Querade Ball, Saturday, October 26 at the Terravita Golf and Country Club, 34034 N. 69th Way in Scottsdale.  

The festivities which include dinner and dancing, begin with a social at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing from 7 – 10 p.m. Guests will be served a three-course dinner and adult beverages will be available for purchase.

The high-energy dance band Affinity will perform throughout the evening. Ballroom dancers from the Phoenix USA Dance Outreach Team will mingle with guests, demonstrating the latest steps.

The annual fall event benefits the volunteer-based, non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization, that provides support and access to basic needs for the homebound elderly population in the greater northeast Valley. Services include daily hot meal deliveries, medical and wheelchair van accessible transportation, friendly visits, caregiver relief and other activities that promote physical, mental and emotional health. 

Tickets are $75 and must be purchased in advance. They are available online at foothillscaringcorps.com, or by calling 480-488-1105. A portion of the ticket price is tax deductible and will benefit the Foothills Caring Corps. Tables of 10 are available with early reservations. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes and don masks, but they are not required.  

“We invite the community to make an evening of it, join us for dinner and dancing where you’ll be entertained while being able to support a good cause. We hope we are able to fill the ballroom with friends of the Caring Corps” said Debbra Determan, Foothills Caring Corps executive director. 

Established in 2000, The Foothills Caring Corps is volunteer-driven non-profit 501 (c) (3) dedicated to promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for older residents. To volunteer, become a donor or to learn more about the programs of the Caring Corps, click www.foothillscaringcorpscom, call 480-488-1105, or visit the offices at 7275 E. Easy Street, Suite B103, in Carefree. Or, write PO Box 831, Carefree, AZ 85377 or services@foothillscaringcorps.com.

Saturday

 

 

As many of you start to make your weekend plans, I ask that you please consider joining us for the 9th Annual Oktoberfest for Parkinson's, Saturday from 5 to 8 pm, held at the famous Sundial botanical gardens park in beautiful Carefree (just north of Scottsdale).  As in previous year's, this all-volunteer event has been able to secure plenty of beer, wine and fabulous German style food donations.  The entire $25 admission fee goes to support programs in place with the American Parkinson Disease Assoc. Arizona Chapter.

We are anticipating a crowd of more than 500 people (our largest ever) and we have plenty of fine ales to sample.  This is an all-inclusive event so your beverages and food are unlimited with the price of admission.  The live music and entertainment will be spectacular along with our giant silent auction and Grand Prize Raffle drawing for an all-inclusive trip for 2 to Sonoma next summer with private winery tour of Kendall-Jackson Wines with the CEO, Rich Tigner.

Also, just prior to Oktoberfest, we have the Sunset Sprint for Parkinson's 10k/5k Run and the Pedal Over Parkinson's Family Fun Cruiser Ride from 4 to 5 pm.  These are family-friendly events and all our encouraged to participate.  I have attached event flyers to this email and we have an event page on Facebook under "Oktoberfest for Parkinson's".  Even if you are unable to attend this weekend, it would help us greatly if would please pass along this invitation to attend to your contact list and/or social media pages.  If you have any further questions about this great event please feel free to contact me anytime this week.

Sincerely,

Joey Gregan

 

(Lyn's note: Here are some fun pictures that Herbert took at last year's Carefree Parkinson's event.http://www.carefree-desert-gardens.com/Carefree_Desert_Gardens/10-20-12_Octoberfest.html and http://www.carefree-desert-gardens.com/Carefree_Desert_Gardens/Carefree_Desert_Garden_Photos_%26_Festivals.html.  And here's a YouTube the Herbert did for Patti Meese, Parkinson's patient, educator, and patient advocate  She is in some of the photos above from last year's event.  She's the one wearing the high heels with her bike, and also in the lederhosen later in the evening. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Fp-WyBw7p8.  Enjoy and we hope to see you at this year's event on Saturday!)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Fetch Foundation is a Co-Sponsor of this event. Tickets can be purchased at www.thefetchfoundation.com

$25.00 includes lunch and debrief / critique      tickets  www.thefetchfoundation.com

ONLY 50 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD to insure a up close and intimate experience! Please arrive 15 min early!

Friday, November 08, 2013 09:00 AM - Friday, November 08, 2013 12:00 PM

Place  Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center - 11550 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85307, USA

You will observe both Live and Human Remains Search and Rescue K9's along with the fire crews responding to this incident .

Check out this website   www.southwestusrk-9.com

The City of Peoria will be hosting a Structural Collapse Drill in November of 2013.  This drill will include search and rescue teams from all over the state of Arizona participating in a building collapse drill at the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center (GRPSTC).  The collapse drill is designed to refresh skills and provide an opportunity for participants to familiarize themselves with new equipment and keep skill levels at an acceptable level. 

During this drill, participating crews will improve their skills on Incident Command structure, team communications, accountability, shoring, extraction of trapped patients, lifting operations and patient removal. 

Participants in this drill will be from the Arizona Fire Departments of Peoria, Glendale, Scottsdale, Surprise, Sedona and the Southwest US&RK-9 Search and Rescue team.  Observers are welcome. Get your tickets online ASAP!

$25.00 includes lunch and debrief / critique      tickets  www.thefetchfoundation.com

--

Marie Peck

The FETCH Foundation

602-617-2656

fido42@cox.net

 

 

 

 

 

October 2013

E-newsletter 

 

  

Mountains of the Land Trust Photo Contest deadline tomorrow!

2012 Black Mountain Photo Contest People's Choice Award-winning photo by Mike Burns. 

Don't miss the deadline! Desert Foothills Land Trust will accept entries in the Mountains of the Land Trust Photo Contest through

4:00 pm on Friday October 18, 2013.

The photo contest is intended to encourage a deeper appreciation for the unique characteristics of Black Mountain and Daisy Mountain - the landmarks at the heart of our Desert Foothills communities. Photos can be taken any time, but should feature Black Mountain or Daisy Mountain in some way.

 

In 2009, Desert Foothills Land Trust merged with Black Mountain Conservancy and continued the Conservancy's Black Mountain Photo Contest. Earlier this year, Desert Foothills Land Trust merged with North Country Conservancy, who had also long hosted a photo contest celebrating Daisy Mountain. We are pleased to now host a contest that celebrates BOTH of these iconic mountains in our communities!

 

2012 Daisy Mountain Photo Contest finalist by Michael Graham.

Entries may be dropped off at the Desert Foothills Land Trust office at 7518 E. Elbow Bend in Carefree, as well as the Town of Carefree, Town of Cave Creek and Anthem Community Center. Please visit the Desert Foothills Land Trust's website at www.dflt.org for more information, complete rules and entry forms.  

 

Beginning on Friday, October 25, you will be able to VOTE on your favorite photograph for the People's Choice Award. Visit our Facebook page to pick your favorite, or see them in person at Anthem Autumnfest, the North Branch Library, Cave Creek Museum or Desert Foothills Library - the display schedule is available on our website.

 

  

Join us for Desert Discovery Day on November 16 at Jewel of the Creek!

Discover the wonder and beauty of our Sonoran Desert home! Desert Foothills Land Trust is thrilled to host a day of free outdoor experiences and hands-on education at the Jewel of the Creek Preserve in Cave Creek, Arizona.

 

Desert Discovery Day on November 16, 2013 will allow children of all ages to explore the preserve, learn about the diversity of life in our desert, and to examine the geology and archaeology underlying this magnificent landscape.

 

The day will include a "scavenger hunt" of informational stations along the Harry Dalton Trail. Children will receive a stamp at each station, and they'll receive a goody bag for collecting all the stamps. There will be live animals, crafts, and even free refreshments! 

 

The focus for the day is to share the beautiful Sonoran Desert and the Jewel of the Creek with the community in a way that encourages support for conservation efforts, education and participation in hiking and other healthy outdoor activities. Other participants include:

1. •AZ Archaeological Society, Desert Foothills Chapter
   

2. •Cave Creek Museum
   

3. •Desert Awareness Committee of Foothills Community Foundation
   

4. •Phoenix Herpetological Society
   

5. •Southwest Wildlife Conservation C

   

   
   

6. •enter
   

7. •Wild At Heart 
   

The Jewel of the Creek is a 26-acre preserve adjacent to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Parking will be available at Spur Cross.  The Jewel supports sensitive and high quality riparian habitat along Cave Creek. This perennial water source is important to both plants and wildlife, and has supported a rich human history, as well.

 

Desert Discovery Day is sure to be an exciting event for our community, and for our children in particular. Wear your hiking shoes and come prepared for fun, hands-on desert adventures. We can't wait to see you out there!

 

1. •The event is FREE on November 16, 2013; 10 am - 2 pm
   

2. •Parking is available at the lot at Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area, 3.9 miles north of Cave Creek Road on Spur Cross Road.
   

3. •The activities will be found on a trail that includes one steep and rocky slope down to the creek - and back up! Come prepared for trail hiking, including proper footwear, sunscreen and water. We will have plenty of activities for the whole family!
   

 

Supporting tourism in our communities

Earlier this month, we hosted journalists from around the world (Brazil, China, France, Germany, Great Britain, Canada, Mexico and Japan) on a hike at the Jewel of the Creek Preserve. We were thrilled to share this special place with visitors from across the globe, and to help our community attract visitors that support a healthy, thriving economy! Thanks to the Arizona Office of Tourism for including us in the visit!

Volunteer Steve Jones shares Sonoran Desert natural history with travel journalists from around the world at Jewel of the Creek Preserve.

  

Jerry Sieve Photo Exhibition now at Cave Creek Museum

You can now visit the Cave Creek Museum to view Jerry Sieve's beautiful photographs of Land Trust preserves. The exhibition will remain at the Museum through early January, when it will move to the Desert Broom Library.  Please visit our website for more information about the exhibition.

ImagesAZ magazine also had a wonderful piece about Jerry, including the exhibition. You can view that on pages 60-63 of the October 2013 Carefree/Cave Creek issue of the magazine, or on the ImagesAZ website. Enjoy!

Special thanks to our exhibition sponsor:

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 Become a Land Trust VOLUNTEER!

  

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Cave Creek, Arizona – A holiday concert, featuring the Orpheus Men’s Choir, will be held on December 1, 2013 at 4:00 PM.  The concert is sponsored by Desert Foothills Lutheran Church, which is located at 29305 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85266. All from the event benefit the Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center. Tickets, which are $20, may be purchased at foothillsfoodbank.com or at the Empty Bowls event in Cave Creek on October 18.  Additional information can be obtained by calling the church office at 480-585-8007. 

CONTACT:    Pam DiPietro/480. 488.1145

 

 

The Foothills Caring Corps' 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament will be held at the exclusive Mirabel Golf Club in Scottsdale on November 18th.

Registration cost is $350 and limited to 120 players. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., shotgun start at 10:00 a.m. on Monday the 18th.

Mirabel is a renowned private course that will be open to the public for this event. This is a major fundraiser that ensures the Caring Corps can continue its mission and provide programs for elderly neighbors in the community.

Feel free to contact me with any questions. Thanks so much for your continued coverage of our community.

Neko Catanzaro

INFORMATION: Debbra Determan, Foothills Caring Corps Executive Director, 480-488-1105, debbrad@foothillscaringcorps.com or Kim Prince, Proven Media, 480-221-7995, kim@provenmediaservices.com.

SAVE THE DATE

NOVEMBER 18th

Foothills Caring Corps 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

At Mirabel Golf Club

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., (October 21, 2013)-- The Foothills Caring Corps, 7275 E. Easy Street, Carefree, Arizona, invites the community to participate in the 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Mirabel Golf Club in Scottsdale on Monday, November 18.

Sponsors and players will receive a continental breakfast prior to the shotgun start at 10:00 a.m.  Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.  The tournament is a scramble format and is limited to 120 players. Individual registration cost is $350 and includes golf, food and beverages.  The highly acclaimed desert course is private but will be open to the public for this benefit fundraiser.

Other support opportunities are available. They range from a $25,000 Title sponsorship that includes 16 players, to $5,000 Bronze sponsorships that include 4 players. Individual hole sponsors are $1,500 and include 2 players.

To register, or for more information, call 480-488-1105, or visit foothillscaringcorps.com. Mirabel is located at 37100 N. Mirabel Club Drive in Scottsdale.

Foothills Caring Corps Executive Director, Debbra Determan, explains that it does not matter whether you are a serious golfer; the Foothills Caring Corps Charity Golf Tournament at Mirabel is about ensuring that the Caring Corps can continue its mission and provide programs for elderly neighbors in the community.

The course will have food stations for participants during the match. Following the golf, Mirabel will provide players with beverages and hors d’ oeuvres. Raffle drawing and other prizes will be awarded.

A much-anticipated event, the tournament is considered a major fundraiser for the 501 (C) 3 non-profit, volunteer-driven organization.

Determan invites guests to make and establish volunteer connections while enjoying the beauty of Mirabel Golf Club.

Established in 2000, The Foothills Caring Corps is volunteer-driven non-profit 501 (c) (3) dedicated to promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for older residents. To volunteer, become a donor or to learn more about the programs of the Caring Corps, click www.foothillscaringcorpscom, call 480-488-1105 or visit the offices at 7275 E. Easy Street, Suite B103, in Carefree. Or, write PO Box 831, Carefree, AZ 85377 or services@foothillscaringcorps.com.

 

 

 

Happy Halloween from Merle Norman Cosmetics

Hello,            

  

Trick or Treat at Merle Norman from October 18th to the 31st.  Any purchase over $39.00 will get a beauty gift treat of your choice from the Great Pumpkin.    

  

Happy Halloween,

  

Barb Norris

Merle Norman Studio

37417 Tom Darlington Drive

Carefree, Arizona 85377

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Hi Lyn, Jan Misseri here.  Just would like to put a little something in the great "Carefree Truth".  I am searching for a position as an administrative assistant/customer service provider as well as a pet sitter. Will match prices you are paying now.  I've worked in all of these areas for the past sixteen years and can provide references.  I live in Carefree so I am readily available to all in the area.  Please feel free to contact me either by email - casbin@aol.com or by phone - 480-488-5182.