CAREFREE TRUTH
Letters from Readers & Events: 12/31/13 Part #2
Event Schedule
Winter Reading Program
TAG
Knowing and Growing
Lego Club
Holiday Closures
Culture Pass
Community Corner
About Us
The Desert Foothills
Library is a 501(c)
(3) non-profit, public
library. We do not
receive tax-based income, but rely solely on the memberships
and donations of individuals, businesses, local towns,
and organizations.
Library Hours
Monday - Friday
9am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday Noon - 4pm
FREEGAL MUSIC
FREE music downloads for Desert Foothills Library patrons. Patrons can use their library cards to download 3 FREE music tracks per week! Click on the image above to find the Freegal Music link on the Library's webpage.
Chapter2Books
Open daily during
library hours.
In need of gently used book donations, including children's books, to support the library.
Monthly Book Sales
Friday, July 5
9am - 6pm
Saturday, July 6
10am - 3pm
Hundred's of books for sale.
480-488-2777
January
Storytime Schedule
Siblings welcome!
Tuesdays
Toddler Storytime
Ages 2's and 3's
9:45-10:15 am
Thursdays
Little Ones Storytime
Birth-36 months
9:45-10:15 am
eScrip: Shop and fund the Library!
SIGN UP JUST ONCE !
You can help earn money for the Library through the eScrip program. When you sign up, participating merchants (such as your local grocery store) contribute each time you make a purchase. Click on the eScrip image above
to find out how.
And, when you do,
click on the
to discover a list of local restaurants where you can dine and earn up to 5% for the library such as at "Big Earl's Greasy Eats."
Homeschooling
Corner
Are you interested in educational enrichment opportunities available at the Desert Foothills Library?
If you have any suggestions or questions, please email Susan at salberts@dfla.org. We love to hear from you!
Children's Creative Corner Update
Unfortunately, several of our Disney and other popular dvds have disappeared. We would greatly appreciate their safe return. Due to budget constraints, we are unable to replace all of our missing children's movies.
Please remember that residents of Maricopa County (including children!) can get a library card with proof of address. A regular cardholder can check out three (3) dvds at a time.
Desert Foothills Library
FREE Youth Events
January 2014
Dear Friends and Family of the Desert Foothills Library,
Happy 2014!
I may be a few days premature in wishing you all a happy new year, but it's never too early to look ahead. We've got some exciting programs coming up at the turn of the year. Our collaborative Knowing and Growing programs return next month with the help of the Scottsdale Public Library. Our LEGO club is back in full swing, with the addition of some newly donated blocks. If anyone has gently used LEGOs they would like to contribute to our growing collection, give us a call or bring them in. Our Teen Advisory Group will begin meeting again, too, with the goal of organizing our young adult volunteers and getting some more programs for teens up and running.
Let's make 2014 an even better year here at the library.
Don't forget that about our new NOOKs, e-books, and TumbleBooks for kids and teens! Email salberts@dfla.org for more information.
Did you know that the Desert Foothills Library is on Facebook and Twitter? See what's happening online and get our most up-to-date news.
*All events are FREE unless otherwise noted.
Winter Reading Program:
"Pop Open a Good Book!"
January 21 - March 4
This winter, participate in the Desert Foothills Library's Winter Reading Program. Starting January 21st, you can come in and pick up a reading log and program booklet. That's not all - participation gets you a chance at exciting prizes! Keep an eye on our website and your inbox for further instructions about our Winter Reading Program for youth.
Teen Advisory Group
"TAG"
Sunday, January 26
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Calling all teens!
Do you want to get involved at the Desert Foothills Library? Whether you need volunteer hours for school, extracurricular activities, or simply love being at the library, come to this month's TAG meeting to see how you can be part of our library family.
We'll be discussing upcoming programs and events for teens, as well as projects that volunteers can undertake. Refreshments will be provided. The meeting will take place in our Teen Scene room.
The meeting does count as two hours of volunteer service. If you have a form or log that needs to be signed, please bring it with. Thank you!
January
Knowing and Growing
Program Schedule
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:30 AM
In cooperation with the Scottsdale Public Library, Desert Foothills Library is proud to continue offering programs as part of the Knowing and Growing program, designed to be both fun and informative for you and your child.
10:30 AM Tuesday
January 7 - February 11
"Fun with Math and Science"
Ages 2-5
In this fun and interactive course based on the Arizona Early Learning standards for Math and Science, you will learn easy ways to involve children in science and math activities.
10:30 AM Thursday
January 9 - February 13
"Stay and Play"
Ages 0-5
This 6-week series of play-based learning is for children up to 5 years old and their parents/caregivers. Each session will feature local resource professionals who address a variety of early childhood topics.
For more information about the Knowing and Growing series, visit
the Scottsdale Public Library's website at
http://www.scottsdalelibrary.org/knowingandgrowing
Lego Build It!
Returns January 30
Last Thursday of the Month
4:00-5:00 pm
(Ages 4+)
Our LEGO club has been on a bit of a hiatus during the holiday season, but we'll be back in full swing in January! The library has acquired some new, larger blocks for the younger kids as well, to make the program more accessible to all ages. Come spend an evening building elaborate creations or simple machines with other LEGO fans!
Of course, LEGOs are fun, but did you know that they can support Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math education as well? Not to mention teamwork!
Note: Legos will be provided by the Library. Please do not bring your own Legos as they could get lost in the Library's Lego supply.
If you have new or gently used Legos that you would like to donate to the Library, please contact Susan Alberts at (480) 488-2286 or salberts@dfla.org.
Holiday Closures at the
Desert Foothills Library
Tuesday, December 24th
(Christmas Eve)
Early closing at 1:00 PM
Wednesday, December 25th
(Christmas Day)
Library closed all day
Tuesday, December 31
(New Years' Eve)
Early closing at 4:00 PM
Wednesday, January 1st
(New Years' Day)
Library closed all day
Happy Holidays from the staff and volunteers at the Desert Foothills Library!
The Children's Department needs volunteers!
Are you a parent, do you love working with kids, or are you a former teacher? The Youth Services Department is looking for adult volunteers for afterschool programs, and storytimes. Please see Susan Alberts in the Youth Services office for more information or email salberts@dfla.org.
Culture Passes Available
at Desert Foothills Library
Available at Desert Foothills Library for checkout, the Culture Pass provides library card holders free admission to top metro Phoenix arts and cultural destinations, including the Phoenix Children's Museum, Arizona Science Center, and the Phoenix Zoo. New this year is the Performance Pass, which enables a family to redeem two free tickets to a selection of performances in the Greater Phoenix Area.
Library cardholders can check out a Culture Pass for FREE admission for two people at participating arts and cultural institutions. There are a limited number for each organization. Passes are available on a first come, first served basis; they will not allow renewals or holds to be placed on them, nor will staff be able to pull them for you. They are valid for seven days and do not need to be returned. One pass per family.
Passes may be limited to general admission only. Special exhibitions may not be covered, and other restrictions may apply.
In the Community:
At Home in the Desert is a new, Arizona premier play written by Phyllis Strupp and directed by Aubrey Grace Watkins. An AZ Centennial Legacy Project, this one-act theatrical production tells the story of a 12-year-old girl, Chloe, who is forced to move away from her home to live with her aunt in the Arizona desert. She feels uncomfortable in her new surroundings and is confronted by bullies at her new school. Chloe is led on a journey by her guides Mashath and Albert to embrace the beauty of the desert and find her inner strength.
Community sponsors include Carefree Kiwanis, Cave Creek Museum, CCUSD/Education and Community Services, Desert Foothills Library, Foothills Academy Elementary, and Foothills Community Foundation (Desert Awareness Committee, Desert Foothills Theater, Partners in Education).
Auditions for At Home in the Desert will take place Monday, January 27 and Wednesday, January 29 from 4-7 pm at the Holland Center on 60th Street and are open to all ages, 7 and up. There are many youth and adult roles available! To audition, you must sign up for a 15 minute time slot where you will read from the script with other auditioners. You don't need to prepare anything.
Cafe Bink
Meet The Chef
Chef Kevin Binkley has a passion for fine food, exceptional talent, incredible energy, and he loves to cook.
Cater your holiday party in your home, office, or come to our Cafe. At Cafe Bink you can hold your party inside, or outside on our beautiful patio. Cafe Bink is located in the Carefree Marketplace (the Basha's center) 36889 N. Tom Darlington Dr. For more information, call Donna at 480-200-1296. http://www.cafebink.com/
http://www.lettherebelightllc.com/
Tech 4 Life
Country Doctor Service, For Your Technology
748 Easy St, Carefree, AZ 480.553.9171
NEW HOURS:
MONDAY - SATURDAY 10:00 -5:00
SUNDAY 12:00 - 4:00
WHAT'S NEW MAKEUP SKIN CARE SUN & BODY FRAGRANCE BEAUTY TIPS
THE ENTIRE MONTH OF DECEMBER WILL BE FILLED WITH HOLIDAY EVENTS.
Mention this email at time of purchase for a gift from select items.
Happy Holidays!
Barbara
PHONE: (480) 488-3208
37417 Tom Darlington Drive
Carefree, AZ 85377
We still have some early and late reservations for New year...we are open for Brunch on New Year's Day at 10am...serving Brunch items until 3pm and then our regular menu until close.
For Reservations Call 480-595-9909
Happy New Year !!
Monday is $5 Wines and Burger and Beverage Night.
Save the Date - January 8th is our next wine dinner...Featuring Ideology Wines
Come join us at Venues Cafe
Entertainment staring at 8:30pm with
Lauren Riley and Mike Ragains
Serving Our Special Menu from 4pm - 10pm
Choose a 3 or 4 course selection (also available with wine pairings)
3 courses (without appetizer/second course & intermezzo) $49
4 courses with appetizer course and intermezzo $64
First Course
Crab bisque with green chili foam
or
Jicama salad with carrots, avocado, diced shrimp,
ginger and Asian slaw
~~~
Appetizer/Second Course
Double cream Brie Brule topped with pear slices with
prosciutto and toast points
or
Seared Foie Gras, roasted figs, brioche and watercress
~~~
Intermezzo
~~~
Main/Third Course
6 ounce Prime Filet Mignon topped with Crab and wrapped in
puff pastry served with white truffle risotto and glazed vegetables
or
Seared Halibut, wine mushroom reduction served with
spinach quinoa cake and glazed vegetables
or
Chicken breast stuffed with cranberry apple stuffing
served with glazed vegetables
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Dessert/Fourth Course
Tropical Bread Pudding
or
Chocolate Tart topped with Handmade Bacon Whipped Cream
or
Floating Island
...a cloud of vanilla meringue floating on crème anglaise
or
European Cheese Platter with aged blue affine,
double cream brie, aged cheddar and goat, nuts & fruit
Add $10 for both dessert and cheese selection
We will also offer our Regular Menu; for those who want to stop for a smaller bite
We so appreciate our customers...wishing everyone a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season
Visit our website for more information about Venues Cafe
Wild Holly Gallery
Presents Alpaca
hand knitted
dog coats
Keep your furry friend warm with hypoallergenic
alpaca hand knitted dog coats
Wild Holly Gallery
22 easy street
Carefree, AZ. 85377
480-595-8757
Stay Connected
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