WHILEAWAY THE WEEKEND AT THE FIRST ANNUAL

CAREFREE DAYS FESTIVAL

Presented by Magic Bird Festivals, Celebrate CAREFREE in Spring This April

 

Carefree will celebrate Spring during the first ever Carefree Days Festival hosted by Magic Bird Festivals.

 

The three-day art and crafts, entertainment and food event takes place from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Friday, April 11 through Sunday, April 13, one week before Easter at the Carefree Desert Gardens Sundial Circle and Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, 101 Easy St., in Carefree. 

 

This free festival features artisans and entertainers from throughout the region, and includes a CD launch for local musician, Francesca Evans who will debut her latest collection of folk and Americana originals in her release, “Right to the Heart, from 3 - 4p.m., on Saturday.

 

Featured artists include noted Navajo jeweler, Fernando Benally, who produces imaginative pieces comprised of colorful stones set in lustrous gold and silver, and local Carefree artist, Victoria Orrico, who will exhibit her one-of-a-kind sculptures and gourds made from natural elements.  Over 75 exhibitors in all categories of art and craft will be displaying and selling at the festival just in time for that special Easter gift.

 

The entire show is woven throughout a cactus botanical gardens and attendees can meander along the beautiful garden paths and browse unique handmade art creations and gifts on display for sale.

 

Musical entertainment includes Evans and other local talented performers such as Dakota Kid singing popular country western and classic rock tunes and Johnny Martini presenting his Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra tribute.  Entertainment takes place on stage in the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion.

 

Food truck Grilled Addiction plus other popular food concessions will be on hand throughout the weekend with gourmet treats and savory eats, as well as craft beer selections and wine tastings by AZ Wines at the 100 Easy Street patio. Sip, savor and relax in the sun while enjoying the live entertainment.

 

A special appearance by the Easter Bunny is scheduled for Sunday from1pm to 3pm and youngsters will find him hopping through the Desert Gardens handing out Easter candy.  Plus local juggling talent Chase Archer will be roving the gardens daily giving his special surprise juggling performances.

 

Magic Bird Festivals is inviting local community organizations to get involved with free exhibit space and one notable already on board is the local Key Club chapter offering face painting at their booth inside the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion.

 

Magic Bird Festivals expects more than 10,000 attendees at this year’s first ever-Carefree Days; an unforgettable spring celebration set in the beautiful locale of Carefree.

 

 "What better time, spring time, to honor and celebrate the special Town of Carefree and her signature Desert Botanical Gardens and Sundial Circle when her exotic cacti and succulents are in early bloom.  The classy Carefree Town Center Gardens, Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion and Sundial Circle will be filled with creative artisan displays and surrounded by her ever present boutique style merchants, restaurants and service businesses that form Carefree's crown jewel, her commercial core.  Our goal with the first ever Carefree Days Festival is to honor the many people of Carefree who have helped resurrect their Town Commercial Center by transforming a dusty empty lot into the spectacular Carefree Desert Gardens and Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion that hosts all of Magic Bird Festivals' FREE to the public event productions." says Toombs Rechlin.

 

For information, call 480-488-2014 or visit magicbirdfestivals.com.

 

 

About Magic Bird Festivals:

Magic Bird Festivals was founded in 1989, by Roberta Toombs-Rechlin and Lester Rechlin. The Cave Creek, Ariz.-based company also presents many locally inspired events throughout the year including the Carefree Christmas Festival Gift Market, the Carefree Indian Market & Cultural Festival, the Carefree Festival of Fine Chocolate & Fine Art, the Carefree Fine Art of the Southwest Festival. For more information, visit magicbirdfestivals.com, call 480-488-2014 or write PO Box 1803, Cave Creek, Arizona 85327.

SINGER/SONGWRITER FRANCESCA EVANS

DEBUTS LATEST ALBUM AT CAREFREE DAYS

 

Evans’ Will Play Original Songs from “Right to the Heart”

Saturday, April 12 at the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion

 

U.K. born singer-songwriter, Francesca Evans, will launch her latest album, Right to the Heart, at the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion during Carefree Days on Saturday, April 12 from 3-4 p.m.

 

Evans debut will be part of Magic Bird’s first ever Carefree Days that will take place Friday, April 11 through Sunday, April 13 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.  The three-day art, entertainment, and food event is expected to draw more than 10,000 attendees throughout the weekend.

 

Though a native of the U.K., Francesca is a part-time Scottsdale resident and has always enjoyed the Arizona music scene.

 

With 14 original tracks and 2 covers, Right to the Heart is the realization of a project that has been long in the making. A blend of folk and Americana, Francesca’s album is a stirring synthesis of haunting and uplifting tracks.

 

“Beautiful to Me” is a personal favorite for Francesca, the song reflects on a marriage that has endured time and illness. “It was the first song I wrote and I had wanted to write on this subject for a long time…somehow it all flowed, I am very pleased with it.”

 

Though songs like “Beautiful to Me” and “Loose Ends” deal with loss and sadness, other tracks like “Fourth of July” and “Black Caffeine” possess upbeat rhythms with a smooth, contemporary style.

 

Evans’ lyric abilities and musicianship shine through in Right to the Heart.  She looks forward to performing live, and finds the whole experience exhilarating, “[It’s] nerve racking to say the least, but when the audience likes what you are doing, the feeling of that is amazing.”

 

For more information on Francesca Evans visit www.francescasmusic.com or contact Scott Bailey at phoenixscott@icloud.com. 

 

 

 

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.  Hours of operation are Monday thru Sat Lunch 11-2, Midday 2-5, Happy Hour 3-5, Dinner 5-9.  Sunday is the same but lunch/brunch 10-2.  For more information, call Donna at 480-200-1296. http://www.cafebink.com/ 

CHEF KEVIN BINKLEY NAMED JAMES BEARD AWARD FINALIST

On Tuesday, March 18, the James Beard Foundation announced its final list of nominees for the 2014 award season. Among the Best Chef of the Southwest finalists was Arizona's Chef Kevin Binkley.  Binkley has been a nominee in this category every year since 2005. He was a consecutive semifinalist in 2012 and 2013, this year is the first year he has been named a finalist.

Lariat Restaurant – 480.595.3829

www.carefree-resort.com

Fish Friday Lunch 11 am—2 pm

Please join us every Friday between
March 7th and April 18th for our
Fish Friday Lunch Specials featuring the following dishes:

Lobster Mac-N-Cheese $8.95*

Scampi Soup $8.95*

Zucchini Napoleon with Marinara Sauce, Spinach or Asparagus $15.95*

Tilapia with Wild Mushroom Risotto $16.95*

Fish Friday Dinner 5 pm—9 pm

Please join us on select Fridays for our

Fish Friday Dinner Specials

between March 7th to April 18th

 

March 14 Tilapia a la Veracruzana with
Mexican Sauce and Mexican Rice

 

March 21 Mahi Mahi with Grilled Pineapple Salsa,
Mashed Potatoes and Baby Brussels Sprouts

 

March 28 Pan Seared Flounder with Lemon Caper Sauce, Mashed Potatoes and Broccolini

 

April 11 Shrimp a la Diabla with Fettuccine Pasta,

Tiger Shrimp, Diced Tomatoes, Garlic, Parmesan Cheese and Tomato Sauce

 

April 18 Tilapia a la Veracruzana with

Mexican Sauce and Mexican Rice

 

Per Entrée $19.95*

*Prices exclude Tax & Gratuity

~ For Reservations Call (480) 595-3829 ~

www.carefree-resort.com

Easter Brunch
Sunday April 20, 2014

 

Reservations Recommended
9:00AM – 3:00PM
Last seating at 2:00PM

 

Carving Station

Honey Baked Ham and Herb Rubbed and

Slow Roasted Prime Rib with Horseradish Cream

 

Omelet Station
Made to Order
with Grated Cheeses, Ham, Onions, Peppers, Mushrooms, Bacon, Tomatoes, Spinach, Salsa, (Egg Whites upon request)

Waffle Stations
Made to Order

with Bananas and Candied Pecan Syrup
 

Buffet Station
Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, and Sausage

 

Eggs Benedict with Canadian Bacon and House-made Hollandaise Sauce

Breakfast Potatoes with Peppers

French Toast with Butter and Warm Maple Syrup

 Butternut Squash Ravioli with Sage Cream Sauce

 

Seasonal Fresh Vegetables

Cold Side Station
Chilled Shrimp and Snow Crab served with Cocktail Sauce and Lemon

 

Seasonal Fresh Fruit Skewers

Mixed Greens Salad

 

Mozzarella Salad with a Balsamic Reduction

 

Dessert
 Chef’s Popular and Traditional Assorted Selection of Desserts

 

$55.00 per Person excluding tax and gratuity, $25.00 per Child under 12 years old

 

~ Thank you for choosing to spend your Holiday with Carefree Resort & Conference Center~

~ For Reservations Call (480) 595-3829 ~

www.carefree-resort.com

The Spa at Carefree

DEBUTS SPRING MAKEOVER

Carefree Resort & Conference Center Expands Spa Services

 

Attention spa lovers! Celebrate luxury and indulgence at The Spa at Carefree, located at Carefree Resort & Conference Center, as the international travel destination debuts an entirely new look, an expanded line of services, and the launch of the latest luxury beauty products, at an Open House event, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 26th.

 

The public is invited to tour the recently redesigned facility, located at 37220 N. Mule Train Road in Carefree.

 

Attendees will receive free product samples, savings on future visits, and have the chance to enter to win drawings for facials and massages. Mini facials will be available for $25 at the event. Light hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served.

 

The special in-house celebration debuts The Spa at Carefree’s fresh spring look with new collections of premier products and an expanded selection of services for men and women. 

 

“Come solo or grab a friend and make it a spa day,” said Candy Scott, Director of Marketing for the resort. “We want the community to come out and see the refinements we have to maximize their spa experience. We have expanded our services in all areas including massage, body treatments, skin care, hair care, nails and waxing.”

 

According to Scott, “We understand the importance of privacy and tranquility. The Spa at Carefree resides separate from the main resort, nestled in its own desert oasis. With five private treatment rooms, and fully stocked locker rooms for men and women, it’s easy to feel comfortable and relaxed.”

 

Representatives from IMAGES Skincare will be on site throughout the event.

 

For information or to schedule services, call The Spa at 480-595-3850, or The Spa at Carefree, or the Carefree Resort & Conference Center at 480-488-5300. Or, visit www.carefree-resort.com.

 

 

Celebrate the Run for the Roses!

English Rose Tea Room Hosts Kentucky Derby Party

 

Can’t make it to the Churchill Downs this year? Head north to the English Rose Tea Room in Carefree for an all day Kentucky Derby celebration with fancy hats, fascinators and mint tea juleps to commemorate the annual Run for the Roses, perhaps the most famous horse race in the world.

 

For 140 years, the Kentucky Derby has been held during the first weekend in May. This year, restaurant owner Jo Gemmill will be hosting an all day celebration from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, to commemorate America’s longest running sporting event.

 

Guests attending are encouraged to dress for the occasion, sporting racing hats and proper attire suitable for a day at the track. "We love Derby day. We will have lots of activities throughout the day, from hat contests to race contests. Proceeds from the drawings will benefit the Cave Creek based Triple R Horse Rescue who rescue, rehabilitate and re-home horses," said Gemmill.

 

The Tea Room’s full menu will be available, along with special race day culinary delights.

 

The English Rose Tea Room is located at 201 Easy Street in Carefree. RSVP is suggested by calling 480-488-4812.

 

A sampling of what guests will expect:

-Coverage of the race on large screen televisions.

-Sip on Mint Tea Juleps and other English Rose favorites.

-A vast array of classic British finger foods from cucumber sandwiches to scones, plus special Mint Julep cupcakes.

-An opportunity to test their luck and enter into prize drawings.

-Race day memorabilia

-Hat contest

 

Seating is limited. Reservations are recommended by calling the English Rose Tea Room, 480-488- 4812.

 

EVENT/CALENDAR BRIEF

What: Kentucky Derby Party

Where: English Rose Tea Room, 201 Easy Street, Carefree

When: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, May 3

Contact: 480-488-4812, carefreetea.com

Information: Celebration of the annual Kentucky Derby horse race with Mint Tea Juleps, Mint Julep cupcakes, prize drawings, fancy hats, and fascinators.

 

Originally from England, Jo Gemmill established the English Rose Tea Room in 2001. Located at 201 Easy Street, in Carefree, the Tea Room, was named Best Afternoon Tea by Phoenix Magazine. The restaurant offers a full selection of traditional British teas and menu fare. For information, call 480-488-4812 or visit carefreetea.com.

 

 

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Super Sale at Mumbo Jumbo Boutique!

 

30% off all clothing(except leather).

50% off all shoes and boots.

10% off all hats.

10% off all jewelry.

10% off all purses

10% off all leatherwork.

 

Be sure to check out our handmade custom Deerskin jackets, purses, medicine bags,

and dreamcatchers.

 

It's not to early to think about your Kentucky Derby Hat! We just got a new shipment in, and they are fabulous!  Tip: buy your hat first, then your dress. Much easier to match.

Sherry Nelson

Mumbo Jumbo Boutique

36889 N. Tom Darlington Dr.

P.O. Box 5185

Carefree, AZ 85377

480-575-5858

Skincare by Stephanie

Enjoy an Express Facial for $ 35.00

Includes cleansing, steam, massage & hydration 

Located in Desert Foothills Medical Center

36889 North Tom Darlington, Carefree, AZ

Call for an appointment today 602-326-0928

Tech 4 Life

Country Doctor Service, For Your Technology
748 Easy St, Carefree, AZ             480.553.9171

 

 

34 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ

 For Reservations call - 480-595-9909
www.VenuesCafe.com

 34 Easy Street, Carefree, AZ

 For Reservations call - 480-595-9909

 www.VenuesCafe.com

        The Restaurant called..." the most beautiful restaurant in Arizona"

Happy April From Venues Cafe...we have Half Price Bottles of Wine tonight with some new offerings, we invite you to our next Wine Pairing Dinner on April 9th and Easter is right around the corner and that's no April's Fool 

THANKS FOR MAKING VENUES YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD PLACE

Happy Hour

7 days a week  

3:00 - 6:00pm

Gary, Bruce & Shelly continue to WOW the bar crowd. Come early to get a seat and enjoy Happy Hour before dinner.

Happy Hour Just got Happier

  

$1 off wines by the glass

 $1 off  bottled beer

 $2 Off all Draft Beer

  $2 off Martinis

 $2 Off all Draft Beer

 Monday Night $5

Wines by the Glass

All Night Monday

Tuesday Night 1/2 price Bottles

All Night Tuesday

AND of course our Famous Bottomless glass of red or white house wine available for the ladies at the bar!! 

ONLY $10

 and

 Sunday Brunch

8am - 3pm

Bottomless Bubbles or one of our Great Bloody Mary's will start your day off right!!

  

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Half Price on Select Bottles of Wine Every Tuesday at Venues Cafe

New Bottles have been added to our list including Cakebread Chardonnay, Turnbull, Estate Grown Cabernet, Morse Code Syrah, Parducci, True Grit Petite Sirah and 

Hess Treo Blend...what a perfect way to try them out...50% Off Tonight

Our Next wine pairing dinner will feature all Italian Wines...join us for some truly special wine and food

An Italian Evening on the Piazza

Wednesday, April 9th at 6pm 

Amuse Bouche

Foie gras on brioche toast, fig chutney

Ca del' Bosco Cuvee Prestige

Gnocchi di Mare

 Calamari, squid, shrimp and mussels tossed in a light and creamy sauce

Ettore Germano Binel DOC Langhe '11

Napoleon

Napoleon of parmesan crisp, eggplant caviar and red pepper foam

Remo Farina Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore '11

Intermezzo

Rabbit Ragout

Fresh fettucine, coarse ground mustard, shallot and cream sauce

Negro Guiseppe Pisan Cavallo Barbaresco '08 DOCG

Seared Veal Liver 

Shallot wine sauce on a bed of white truffle risotto

Riecine La Gioia Rosso di Toscana IGT '06

Chef's Dessert Sampler

$80 pp

Easter Brunch at Venues Cafe 

April 20th

9am - 3pm

Chef Celine is planning a feast...a wonderful Brunch with Sweet and Savory delights...a sneak peak of some of our special touches include Oysters Rockefeller, a special Venues Omelet and Pancake station, Crepes, wonderful hot and cold dishes with Creamy Risotto, Salmon and Buchamel lasagna, Steak Chimichuri and of course fruit, cheese and dessert selections

Award Winning Brunch from Open Table two years running

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.