CAREFREE TRUTH
Letters from Readers: 3/7/13
Thanks for sharing, Lyn. We appreciate all of your hard work and input. It helps us when we are casting our vote!
Cara H.
(Lyn's note: We enjoy doing Carefree Truth, and throwing the forum was an interesting new experience that I think worked out well. I'm pleased that you found it all helpful!)
Lyn, Betsy's retirement letter was incredible...she will be missed!
Have a healthy day,
Eileen
(Lyn's note: Amen to that. Betsy is amazing. Those will be tough shoes to fill. I call her The Font of All Information. If Betsy doesn't know it, or doesn't know how to find out, it's not worth knowing.)
I left Carefree almost 3 years ago, Betsy, but still appreciate all you did for us. The best of luck to you!!!
Jim Raymond
Need Assistance with Your Passport?
Come to Passport Day in the USA
At the Desert Foothills Library in Cave Creek
Saturday, March 9
CAVE CREEK, Ariz., (February 28, 2013) -- The Desert Foothills Library is hosting a special passport event on Saturday, March 9, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., to provide passport information to U.S. citizens and to accept passport applications.
The Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N. School House Road in Cave Creek, is joining the Department of State in celebrating Passport Day in the USA 2013, a national passport acceptance and outreach event. For information, call 480-488-2286 or visit www.dfla.org.
U.S. citizens must present a valid passport book when entering or re-entering the United States by air. U.S. citizens entering the United States from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Bermuda at land borders and sea ports of entry must present a passport book, passport card, or other travel documents approved by the U.S. government.
Information on the cost and how to apply for a U.S. passport is available at travel.state.gov. U.S. citizens may also obtain passport information by phone, in English and Spanish, by calling the National Passport Information Center toll-free at 1-877-487-2778.
Event: Passport Day in the USA 2013.
When: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Saturday, March 9, 2013.
Where: Desert Foothills Library, 38443 N School House Road, Cave Creek.
Information: 480-488-2286 or www.dfla.org
12th Annual Festival of Fine Art RETURNS to CAREFREE! MARCH 15, 16 & 17, 2013 10:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE ADMISSION
One of the largest open-air fine art shows in the Southwest, this annual Festival of Fine Art boasts artists from around the country and here at home – nearly 100 will participate! This juried show features artwork in a variety of mediums and styles. Enjoy three days of
· Art – nearly 100 artists will participate!
· Live music – VeeRonna (Flamenco Harp/Sonoran Jazz); Arvel Bird (Flutist/Violinist); Tony Duncan & Yellow Bird Hoop Dancers
· Specialty foods – Robert Brown’s Chocolate; Kreamery Homemade Ice Cream; Bakery Goods; Terra Verde Foods; Gourmet Oils & Relishes
Presented by the Sonoran Arts League and Vermillion Promotions. For more information: Call (480) 575-6624 or email info@sonoranartsleague.org
Kristi Jacobs, Director
SONORAN ARTS LEAGUE
480-575-6624 www.SonoranArtsLeague.org
Call to be added to our email list and receive
more information from the Sonoran Arts League.
Magic Bird Festivals
Fall 2013/Spring 2014 Show Schedule
Carefree Desert Gardens
101 Easy Street, Carefree Arizona
Carefree Fine Art of the Southwest
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
November 29, 30 and December 1, 2013
Carefree Christmas Festival Gift Market
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
December 13, 14, 15, 2013
Carefree Indian Market & Cultural Festival
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
January 24, 25, 26, 2014
Carefree Festival of Fine Chocolate
& Fine Art
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
February 13, 14, 15 and 16, 2014*
*Thursday festival hours: noon – 5 p.m.
Carefree Days
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
April 11, 12, 13, 2014
Shows: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. unless indicated.
Information:
Roberta Toombs-Rechlin, Magic Bird Festivals, 480-488-2014, ccmagicbird@aol.com
Everyone,
Your consideration for including our events in your publications and listings is appreciated!
A few highlights:
Desert Foothills Library
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When: 4 – 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 16
What: Adventures in Boomer Dating: Presentation and Happy Hour
Jane Morrissey shares dating exploits from her book My Garden of Love was Filled with Bloomin’ Idiots. Complimentary snacks and wine will be served. Everyone is welcome to join us and mingle, single or not! Green, red or yellow badges will be provided to indicate your status as “Available”, “In a relationship”, or “It’s complicated”. Limited seating. Register: 480-488-2286.
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When: 1 - 2 p.m., Thursday, April 18
What: Nutrition & Botanical Medicine in Chinese Medicine
Robert Koagedal, Chinese medicine expert, Acupuncturist and chief physician at AcuHealth Integrative Wellness Center, returns by popular demand. Learn how you can use foods to heal and stay healthy. Join us for an insightful look at the nutritional and botanical components of traditional Chinese medicine. Limited seating. Register: 480-488-2286. Part of our “Ask the Expert” Scottsdale Healthcare Series.
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When: 1 – 3 p.m., Tuesday, April 23
What: Unlocking the Mysteries of your Dreams
Learn writing techniques based on the work of Kathleen Adams, author of Journal to the Self to interpret your dreams and get suggestions on how to increase your dream recall. Bring a recent or a memorable dream along with your journal or notebook and pen. No writing experience required. Mary Lee Simpson is a certified journal facilitator and has taught therapeutic writing for nearly 20 years. Limited to 12. Register: 480-488-2286.
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When: 10 – 11:30 a.m., Thursday, April 25
What: Got Conflict? Five Styles for Responding to Conflict
Most people are comfortable using one or two strategies for responding to conflict. However, no one strategy is effective in every situation. You’ll be more successful in dealing with conflict when you learn to master all five strategies, enhance your ability to assess which style is most useful in each conflict situation, and consciously choose the best response. Susan Bulfinch, J.D., will present an overview, and facilitate the group in a break-out session where you’ll have the opportunity to work with styles. Limited seating. Register: 480-488-2286.
Dereth DeHaan
Adult Services Librarian
Desert Foothills Library
Change of regular work days, now Monday - Thursday
38443 North Schoolhouse Road
P.O. Box 4070
Phone: 480-488-2286
Fax: 480-595-8353
Event Schedule
Winter Reading Program
Meet Daisy Bunny
Lego Club
Arizona Science Center
Dance of the Butterflies
E-reader and E-book Workshops
Get Ready to Read
Special Musical Storytime
Afterschool Holiday Crafts
Pajama Story time
Culture Pass
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
Library Closures in February
March 19--Closing early at 4:00 pm
March 31--Closed
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, March 1
9am - 6pm
Saturday, March 2
10am - 3pm
Hundred's of books for sale.
480-488-2777
March
Storytime Schedule
Siblings welcome!
Tuesdays
Toddler Storytime
Ages 2's and 3's
9:45-10:15 am
Wednesdays
Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5
9:45-10:15 am
Thursdays
Little Ones Storytime
Birth-36 months
9:45-10:15 am
Pajama/Evening Family Story time
Wednesday,
March 27
5:45-6:15 pm
(The Library closes at 6 pm, so be sure to arrive on time!)
Homeschooling
Corner
Are you interested in educational enrichment opportunities available at the Desert Foothills Library?
If you have any suggestions or questions, please email Kerri at kkrist@dfla.org. We love to hear from you!
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."
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.
In December,
all of our Thomas the Tank Engine trains went missing. We put out a notice that if you mistakenly took Thomas and his friends home with you, please return them so that our many families and kids may continue their adventures and fun.
While our Thomas the Tank Engine trains have not yet been returned, we are very thankful for the generous families who brought us their new and gently used trains so that kids could continue to play with our train table.
Desert Foothills Library
Youth Programs and Events
March 2013
Dear Friends and Family of the Desert Foothills Library,
The Desert Foothills Library is proud to announce that we have received a grant for e-books and e-readers for kids to use at the Library! Starting in March, we will have short workshops for families who would like to learn more about Tumblebooks e-books, Nooks for use in the Library, and an e-reader book club for various ages.
It is the final 2 weeks of the Winter Reading Program, which ends on March 9. There is still time to sign up and read! Kids track their reading and can win one of several different prizes! Everyone gets a registration prize and a book during the final week for participating.
If your children have been participating, make sure to bring in the gameboard before March 9, so their names can be entered to win prizes!
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
Monday, January 7
through March 9
(Ages 0-18 years) Each winter, the Desert Foothills Library offers a Winter Reading Program to encourage literacy and fun during the winter months. Come in to the Library starting January 7 and ask for a "Read for Gold" game board. Read as much as you can and track your reading on your game board! Each game board contains four spaces to earn raffle entries for special prizes. Prize winners will be drawn and announced following the conclusion of the program.
Next time you visit the Library, sign your child up for a library card and help to foster his or her lifelong love for learning! There is no minimum age requirement for children, accompanied by a parent or guardian, to register for a library card. Sign up during the Winter Reading Program and get an extra chance to win a raffle prize. Beginning January 7, the Desert Foothills Library will have stickers for children's library cards.
A FAMILY LITERACY @ THE LIBRARY EVENT
Meet Daisy Bunny
Monday, March 25
10:30 AM
SPRING BREAK PROGRAM!
(All ages!) What would Easter be with the Easter Bunny? And what would the Easter Bunny be without - Mrs. Easter Bunny?!! "Daisy Bunny" is her name and Easter fun is her game! Enjoy lot of fun, songs, stories, and more with Daisy Bunny on Monday, March 25 at 10:30 am.
Lego Build It!
Thursday, March 28
2:00-3:00 pm
SPRING BREAK PROGRAM!
(Ages 4+) It's our first Lego Club! Join us as we dream, plan, and build Lego masterpieces. 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 Kerri Krist (480) 488-2286 or kkrist@dfla.org.
Arizona Science Center
3-2-1 Blastoff!
Wednesday, March 27
10:30 AM
SPRING BREAK PROGRAM!
(Ages 4-7) Come along with us for an exciting adventure to outer space! We'll learn about science as we design, build, and launch our own rockets! With recycled materials, water, and compressed air, kids will master the science of soda bottle rocketry in this fun experience on Wednesday, March 27 at 10:30 am.
Limit 25 participants; please register by phone at 480-488-2286 or email kkrist@dfla.org.
Dance of the Butterflies
Tuesday, March 26
11:00 AM
SPRING BREAK PROGRAM!
(All ages--the entire family!) Come and dance The Butterfly Dance. For children and families of all ages, no prior dance experience is needed. Caterpillars go through a life change and awaken as butterflies. We will practice music and movement to develop creativity, balance, and connection to others on Tuesday, March 26 at 11:00 am.
Please register with Kerri Krist at 480-488-2286 or kkrist@dfla.org.
E-reader and E-book Workshops
for March
Do you have a school-age child who would like to learn more about e-books or e-readers? We think you will be amazed when you see some of the interesting e-books being published for kids. Come and play with our e-books and e-readers on one of the following dates:
Tumblebooks e-Library Workshops
Learn more about these web-based interactive e-books that you can access on the Library's computers or at home.
Thursday, March 21 at 4 pm
(Spring Break Week)
Monday, March 25 at 2 pm
Wednesday, March 27 at 2 pm
Nook e-Reader Workshops
Learn about the Library's new e-books for kids and how to use one of the Library's new Nook Tablets with your child at the Library.
(Spring Break Week)
Monday, March 25 at 3 pm
Tuesday, March 26 at 1:30 pm
Wednesday, March 27 at 3 pm
If you can't make one of these workshops, check back in April for more scheduled dates.
If you have a child ages 5-8 or ages 8+ and are interested in checking out an e-reader from the Library for an e-reader book club, please contact Kerri Krist at 480-488-2286 or kkrist@dfla.org.
Stay and Play is back!
Thursdays, March 7 through April 11
10:20-11:20 am
(Ages 0-5)
Thursdays, March 7 through April 11, 10:20 - 11:20 am
Spend time together playing, creating art, and meeting other parents! Community Experts discuss topics such as early literacy, child development, speech and hearing, nutrition, social/emotional development, and play and movement in this play group setting.
A collaboration with the Scottsdale Public Library
Get Ready to Read
Fridays, February 22 through March 29
10:30 - 11:15 am
(Ages 0-5) Did you know that children get ready to read long before they start school? One of the six essential early literacy skills is highlighted at each storytime session, and families receive a book to keep each week!
(Limit 20 children-Please register by phone 480-488-2286 or email kkrist@dfla.org.)
A FAMILY LITERACY @ THE LIBRARY EVENT
Special Musical Storytime
Monday, March 18
10:30 - 11:15 am
(Ages 0-5) Of course books are an important part of literacy, but did you know that singing can be another important piece? Join us for this special musical storytime! We'll sing old favorites, a few new songs, and we'll use some simple instruments to have lots of fun developing pre-literacy skills on Monday, March 18 at 10:30 am.
A FAMILY LITERACY @ THE LIBRARY EVENT
Afterschool Holiday Crafts
1st Monday of Every Month
4:00-5:00 PM
(Ages 5+) Holiday Arts and Crafts the 1st Monday of every month from 4:00-5:00 pm @ the Library.
March 4: St. Patrick's Day, Spring Equinox, and Easter
April 1: April Fool's Day, Arbor Day, and Earth Day
May 6: Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, and Memorial Day
No registration required. Drop-in and have some fun with crafts for these holidays!
*Holiday crafts subject to change based on materials availability. Limited number of crafts available.
Pajama Family Storytime
Wednesday, March 27
5:45 pm
(Ages 0-6) Wear your favorite pajamas for this fun pajama story time on Wednesday, March 27 at 5:45 pm. We will read stories and sing songs in the Storytime Room at the Desert Foothills Library.
(The Library closes at 6 pm, so be sure to arrive early if you want to check out books!)
A FAMILY LITERACY @ THE LIBRARY EVENT
The Children's Department needs volunteers!
Do you love working with kids, or are you a former teacher? The Youth Services Department is looking for adult volunteers to substitute for story times and for our 2013 tutoring group. Please see Kerri Krist in the Youth Services office for more information or email kkrist@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 Botanical Gardens.
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.
For the most up-to-date version of the DFL events calendar, please visit the Library's website at http://www.dfla.org.
