(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://carefreetruth.com/Carefree_Truth/Photos_10-14-13.html

 

 

 

Sign up today to receive notifications when each weekly issue is online and ready to read! 

Just click on the button above.  You will receive a confirming email after you sign up.

Please make sure to click "Yes I want to join!" on that email to complete the sign-up process.

The new Desert Foothills Chronicle is online and ready to read!!

Click here to read it right now

 Top stories in this week's edition:

News

1. •Former Councilman Dick Esser's $4,000 "presidential pardon"
   

2. •Carefree Station Restaurant Closes for Good - See Explanatory Email from Owners Robert and Linda Gabrick
   

3. •Ira Weitz Finds Smoking Gun - Scottsdale is a CITY!
   

4. •Cave Creek Council Seen Practicing for Horse Soccer Challenge Against Scottsdale Council
   

5. •Cave Creek's "West Most Western Town" Challenge Marches On
   

6. •2013 Taste of Cave Creek: A Taste Bud's Heaven
   

7. •Artist Tom Dunlap - Born of Fire
   

8. •Local Artist Mark Carroll Wins Competition to Produce Cave Creek Gateway Monuments
   

  Opinion

1. •Hoeppner's Statistics Catch Sonoran News in Their Own Web
   

2. •Guest Editorial by Councilman Mike Durkin
   

3. •John Vannucci at it again with USAMA'S Top 10 List
   

4. •Jim Pierce shows h is comedic side
   

 Have a fantastic week!!

Desert Foothills Chronicle Inc, 5115 E Zenith Lane, Cave Creek, AZ 85331

 

 

The October edition of CITYSunTimes is in mailboxes and on the streets!  Mailed to 20,000 homes and businesses and distributed via racks and stacks to over 300 locations.  Make sure to read Carefree Mayor David Schwan’s column written exclusively for CST.  Read about what‘s happening in Carefree and the surrounding area including Oktoberfest in the Town Center this month and more….  http://issuu.com/citysuntimes/docs/cfcc_citysuntimes_oct13

 

 

 

 

Hope H. Ozer, Publisher

CITYSunTimes

480.991.8061 Direct

480.922.8732 Phone

480.922.8731 Fax

hope@citysuntimes.com

www.citysuntimes.com

              

A community newspaper serving the expanding Northeast Valley: Scottsdale,

Paradise Valley, Northeast Phoenix, Carefree, Cave Creek, Fountain Hills, New River,

Black Canyon City and Anthem..

 

 

 

 

Wow!!!!   What a nightmare.   So sad.   I'll reach out to him.

Hope Ozer

CITYSunTime

(Lyn's note: We are sick about it.  Carefree Station was a favorite of ours, and was a busy and successful restaurant.  As you know Hope, since the CITYSunTime was our media sponsor for the event, Robert was one of the 3 panelists on our Carefree candidate forum.  He represented the business interests.  Robert and Linda are good people and we have so much respect for them.) 

 

This is a sad event for everyone in our area.  As we go into the holidays, so many past parties in the Station will be remembered.  It was one of the small number of “dress-up” places close-by where we could go for an anniversary, holiday dinner, or other special time with friends.  We hope that Station 3 in Scottsdale will make up for so much lost time and effort.

 Sara Vannucci  / Scott Dahne

Editors

The Desert Foothills Chronicle, Inc

Cave Creek-Carefree, Arizona

 

 

That is heartbreaking.  It was very kind of Robert to let us all know what happened, though.  

It is discouraging to hear of that sort of behavior by property owners in Carefree, too. It certainly can't help with improving business. Does the town council have any influence?

Trudy Miller

(Lyn's note: It was a contract between private parties.)

 

 

 

 

Very sad news indeed.  Linda and Robert were always willing to give to help support nonprofits, I wish we could have helped them. Carefree has lost a treasure!  Would you please forward their email address. Tim and I would like to send them a note.  Thanks.

June Reilly

 

 

 

What a pity that they had to suffer all those years with that note existing instead of being torn up.  The closing of this restaurant is a loss to Carefree.

Maryann Savino

 

Wow. A real loss for Carefree. 
Suzanne Mead

 

What a shame - sorry to hear this. 

Lea Hillsee Eberhard

 

NO,NO,NO,NO,NO,NO,NO,NO

Susan Martin

 

 

THIS IS SO SAD . . . . 

Melissa Price

 

 

Unfortunate.

Holly Bergman

 

 

That is so sad. Why were they locked out? From what I can tell there was no reason to do that.

Laurie Palace

 

Ugh.  This is so sad.  It just makes me ill.  Thanks for keeping everyone up to date,  and being a vehicle for people to get the word out.
Love you
Kandace French

 

 

Thanks for the detailed report Lyn- you are an excellent journalist! :)

Katherine Koenig

Executive Editor

direct line 602.619.0502, Office 480.922.8732, Fax 866.276.1177  editor@citysuntimes.com

Now available for download online! www.citysuntimes.com

(Lyn's note: Katherine is referring to the issue on the Venues car show event permit.)

 

Lyn:

I read your recent issue of Carefree Truth #277 and watched the video about the possible expansion of 8 Sundial Circle.  Sounds like a good idea to me, and will undoubtedly save a lot of wasted time by Town staff not having to run over to the current facility whenever there is any activity.  It also makes a lot of sense to have the Council Chambers in the Town Hall.  The potential for the addition being financially neutral (rent versus mortgage) is also appealing.  In the long run, the Town will have an enhanced asset, under the Town’s control, instead of being a tenant and subject to the whims of a Landlord.

It was interesting, but not surprising, that Council Member Mike Farrar showed his ignorance by stating that the Council Chambers were only used once a month.  Sadly, he has already forgotten that Council workshops and budget meetings are held at that location.  Perhaps he wants to forget the place where he made his "you're just a firefighter' slur directed at his colleague and fellow Council Member Glenn Miller.  It was at that same meeting that Council Member Farrar also indicated that the assembled Council members lacked the ability to make decisions.  These were not his actual words, but the message came through loud and clear that without outside consultants, Council Members did not have the necessary expertise.  But this is what  I have come to expect from the elected official who received the least number of votes in the last election, squeaking in over a relative newcomer by only two votes.

Thank you, Lyn, for pointing out that the Planning and Zoning Commission meets there on a regular basis.  The same is true for the Carefree Water Company.  In the last 10 years, I must have attended at least 5 meetings of the Carefree area's HOA's, when the Mayor and Town Staff would bring HOA Presidents and property managers up to date with activities.  I have also attended seminars put on by the Gardens Committee.  The Council Chambers is also the location of the Town's polling station when all-mail balloting is not used.   Obviously, Council Member Farrar is not aware of what’s going on in his own Town.

 Arthur Gimson

 

 

Study to Guide Future Transportation Plans in Cave Creek and Carefree

Residents and Businesses Encouraged to Provide Input

How should the transportation system in our community evolve to meet the needs of residents and the many visitors who come to our area for special events, unique dining and shopping, high-end resorts, and outdoor recreation?

The Cave Creek/Carefree Transportation Framework Study is under way to address these questions, seeking input from residents, businesses, visitors, and recreational users to identify transportation issues and future needs in the Towns. The study area also includes a portion of Carefree Highway in the City of Scottsdale.

The purpose of the study is to develop a comprehensive master plan (or transportation framework) to guide local and regional transportation planning and development. The study is being conducted by the Maricopa Association of Governments, the regional planning organization for Maricopa County, on behalf of the Towns of Cave Creek and Carefree, and Maricopa County.

Your input is important!

Take Online Surveys

Please take a few minutes to tell us your views about transportation issues and needs in our community. Two online surveys are currently available - one for residents and business owners and another for cyclists.

Surveys are available on the study Web page.

Attend Public Meeting

Learn more about the study, existing and future conditions in the study area, and provide input on transportation issues and needs important to you.

Wednesday, October 30 , 2013
6:00-8:00pm

Holland Community Center
34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale  Map

Questions/Mailing List

For questions or comments about the study or to sign up for the study mailing list, contact:

Eileen Yazzie, Project Manager - Maricopa Association of Governments

EYazzie@azmag.gov
602-452-5058

Study Web Page
For information about the study, visit: http://CaveCreekCarefree.azmag.gov.

Courtesy of Carefree COINS

 

 

 

 

Foothills Resale Boutique

 

 

AT 

THE

  

FAR   BOUTIQUE

 

___________

WEEKLY SPECIALS

  

MEN'S DEPARTMENT

Jeans  $4.00

 

*******   

LADIES DEPARTMENT

Jeans  $4.00

    

*******

HOUSEWARES DEPARTMENT

 

All Halloween Merchandise

50% off 

 

*******

FURNITURE BARN

New arrival

Decorator headboard 

with a 10' x 12' 

color coordinated area rug 

 *******

Look For The

Manager's daily special posted on 

the door.

 

 ******* 

        

 Foothills Animal Rescue Boutique

23030 N. Pima Rd.

Scottsdale, AZ. 85262

480-585-5777

Open Monday to Saturday 10 to 5

Thursday 10 to 7 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  LUNCH

Friday, October 18, 2013

11:00 a.m. ‘til 1:30 p.m.          Carefree Town Center

 

 Have lunch, feed the hungry and keep the bowl!

 

All proceeds benefit the

Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center

 

The annual Foothills Empty Bowls Project to honor World Hunger Day will be held at the Carefree Town Center on

Friday, October 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

 

Lunch prepared by Carefree Resort & Conference Center will be served in hand made ceramic or glass bowls. For a minimum donation of $15, guests can select their own unique bowl, made by members and friends of the Sonoran Arts League, and keep it as a lasting reminder of world hunger.

 

All proceeds from the lunch are donated to the Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center, and will support their ongoing effort to provide emergency food and services to area families in need of assistance.

 

Sponsored by:

Sonoran Arts League • Town of Carefree

 Carefree Resort & Conference Center

Marjon Ceramics & Laguna Clay

 

Appreciation to donors: Basha’s, Costco, students of  Saguaro & Cactus Shadows HS,  Arizona Clay, Sonoran Trails MS, PVCC ceramics students, and the many local potters and

artists who made and donated the bowls and auction items.

 

For more information, call: 480-488-6070

 

 

 

 

 

Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center Launches Adopt-a-Family Program

October 6, 2013, Cave Creek, Arizona – The Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is joining with several organizations to brighten the holiday season for children, families and seniors in the northern Arizona foothills community. More than 12 organizations and churches are working to provide gifts, holiday meals and hope for those in crisis in the community.

Participating organizations that work closely with the Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center for the Adopt-a-Family program include:

• Rural Metro Fire Department

• Salvation Army

• Cave Creek Unified School District

• Foothills Community Foundation

• Foothills Caring Corps

• Carefree Kiwanis

• Scottsdale North Rotary Club

• Soroptimists Intl of Saguaro Foothills

• Desert Foothills Lutheran Church

• Desert Hills Presbyterian Church

• St. Vincent de Paul from:

- Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church

- St. Gabriel Catholic Church

- St. Rose Catholic Church

Individual donors and donor groups such as businesses, HOAs and classmates are encouraged to participate in this year’s program by providing gifts for a family, children or seniors in the community. Donors should indicate the size of family they are willing to adopt and a family wish list will be provided to serve as a shopping guide. There is no minimum donation and shopping assistance is available for monetary donations to support the program. Checks are payable to the Foothills Food Bank. All gifts and donations are tax deductible according to tax laws.

For more information on the Adopt-a-Family 2013 program or to request a

donor sign-up form, email AdoptaFamily2013@gmail.com or call co-chairs Jeanne Panhorst at 480-595-8584 or Judi Anderson at 480-540-7631.

CONTACT:                 Jeanne Panhorst      480.595-8584

                                    Judi Anderson           480-540-7631

 

 

Please join us.....

November 1 for the

 grand opening of our wearable art gallery

10-5

HANDMADE, spectacular apparel and accessories

Enter to win a 100.00 gift certificate 

Wild Holly Gallery

22 Easy Street

Carefree, AZ 85377

480-595-8757

www.wildhollygallery.com

 

 

 

 

Foothills Community Foundation & Desert Foothills Theater 

 

Invite you to attend a new

 

Special Once A Month

Volunteer Happy Hour

 

at

 

The Grotto Cafe

 

6501 E. Cave Creek Road

Look for Red Truck Trading Company, Southside of Cave Creek Road

Cave Creek, AZ

 

 

Thursday October 17, 2013

 

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

 

This is a great opportunity to learn about new programs offered by the Foundation, pickup a Desert Foothills Theater schedule, sign-up for volunteer opportunities, visit with friends and meet new ones.

 

Volunteers will receive special pricing on drinks

and select menu items.

 

 Please RSVP at shea85331@yahoo.com or 480-595-2455

by October 15, for Grotto staff planning

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hi, Lyn,

I thought you might like this local Benefit information for your calendar. It is going to be a lovely evening and raises funds for music and music education programs in our community.

Thursday, November 14 at 6:00 p.m.

Arizona Musicfest APPLAUSE! A Special Benefit Performance and Dinner Celebrating Excellence in Artistry and Philanthropy

The curtain will rise on the Arizona Musicfest 2013-02014 season with the year's grandest soiree – Arizona Musicfest APPLAUSE! A Special Benefit Performance and Dinner Celebrating Excellence in Artistry and Philanthropy—on Thursday, November 14, 6:00 p.m. at Troon Country Club.  This event, the major fundraiser of the year for Arizona Musicfest, will feature a concert performance by Broadway star Mike Eldred and a special recognition of philanthropists Susan and Michael Rouleau, in appreciation of their generous support of Arizona Musicfest.  Rounding off the evening, guests will be treated to an exclusive introduction to this year’s Festival by Arizona Musicfest maestro Robert Moody. Make it an evening-to-remember for two, or assemble a table of your friends to enjoy an exceptional performance and a full gourmet meal prepared by the acclaimed chefs of Troon Country Club.  You won't find an experience like this anyplace else! Call 480-488-0806 or visit www.azmusicfest.org for reservations to what promises to be one of the most pleasurable and glamorous events of the year. Tickets are $160 each. Troon Country Club is located at 25000 North Windy Walk Drive, Scottsdale 85255.

Hope all is well with you and Herbert.

with best regards,

Vickilyn Hussey

Public Relations

Arizona Musicfest

trendlab@cox.net

602.402.5713

 

 

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.