CAREFREE TRUTH
Letters from Readers & Events: 6/3/15
CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH OUR 50% OFF EVERYTHING* SALE.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday
June 4-6
Thursday 10 to 7.
Friday & Saturday 10 to 5
*with the exception of fine jewelry and items in the locked case. Still a great deal.
Pick Me......
With summer, comes kitten season. Remember, all proceeds from the Resale Boutique benefit the shelter animals in our care. Feel free to visit our shelter guests.
Foothills Animal Rescue Resale Boutique
STAY CONNECTED:
Advanced Theatre Project: For young artists ages 16-25
Project begins June 13 with retreat
Regular schedule starting June 15, is Mon. - Thurs., Noon - 5PM
In this advanced theatre project, young theatre artists work together from the bottom up to produce an intense summer drama. While participation is FREE, participants work together to run the business side of the production as well. They raise money; beg, borrow and plead items for costumes, sets and props; and to market the production so ticket sales can help cover the cost of the show. This summer they will be working on a production of Arthur Miller's The Crucible.
The Crucible:
In a small tight-knit community, personal grievances collide with lust and superstition, fuelling widespread hysteria. Arthur Miller’s timeless parable attacks the evils of mindless persecution and the terrifying power of false accusations.
CLICK HERE for further details on this project.
CLICK HERE For tickets to the public performances (July 17-26)
Did you know Phoenix New Times Named the Desert Foothills Library
"Best Library in the Valley" in 2014.
June Highlights:
Thursday, June 4, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Learn to Juggle! (for adults)
World-class juggler, James Reid, has brought his program to major corporations…Enjoy a juggling performance follow by a fun, no-pressure juggling workshop. Studies show that juggling increases brainpower and builds neural connections, increases focus, and can reduce anxiety. Most importantly, it’s easier than you think! It’s summer – have some fun! Register: 480-488-2286.
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Thursday, June 4, 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Secret Advanced Tax Strategies!
• Deduct up to $50,000+ with a Family 401k
• Save $50-100,000+ tax with a Defined Benefit Plan
• Eliminate up to 3 generations of tax using the Roth IRA Conversion Strategy
• Sell major assets using strategies that Warren Buffett uses to owe NO Capital Gains Tax
Presented by Dr. Harold Wong, PhD Economics, who writes the AZ Republic money column. Register: 480-488-2286.
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Saturday, June 13, 4 – 5:30 p.m.
SAL New Juried Artist Show Reception
Desert Foothills Gallery welcomes Sonoran Arts League’s latest show. Enjoy refreshments and browse the new exhibit. All are welcome! RSVP: 480-488-2286.
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Tuesday, June 16, 10 a.m. – Noon
Arizona Authors Showcase
Join four local authors, as they briefly tell about their stories. Following the book signings (please bring cash or check), we’ll celebrate with cake and tea.
Harold Collins: A Widower's Journey in Faith, Love And Good Humor. The author shares his work to help others realize that there is life after death.
Christine Regan-Lake: Sophia's Lovers. Fictional account through the eyes of the men Sophia loved and the lessons she taught them.
Stephen Schwertley: Enemy in the Heartland. Terrorism in the United States by 13 college students. Fiction but we see things like this happening in our daily lives.
Marless Fellows: A Handshake is Enough. Combination of Marless' original art and poetry by nationally known Cowboy Poets.
Register: 480-488-2286
Desert Foothills Library
June 2015 Youth Events
Information for all events: Contact Colleen Crowley, Desert Foothills Library, 480-488-2286, ccrowley@dfla.org, dcourt@dfla.org, www.desertfoothillslibrary.org
Where: All events take place at Desert Foothills Library, 38443 North Schoolhouse Road, Cave Creek, 85327
Cost: FREE
BIRTH – AGE 6 EVENTS
Tuesday Storytime, 9:30am
Story Kids - Preschool Storytime
June 9 & 23
Children ages 2½ to 6,or those who have not yet entered kindergarten, are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring books, music, flannel stories and puppets. Each week there will be an activity of some kind that follows the stories. Some weeks it may be a movement or music activity, and other weeks will include an art activity. Siblings are welcome. Registration is not required.
Thursdays, 9:30am
Little Ones - Family Lapsit
June 4,11,18, & 25
Little ones ages 8 to 35 months are invited to join us for our a fun 20-minute romp with music, books, rhymes, fingerplays, and felt stories. Siblings are welcome. Registration is not required.
Wednesday, June 10, 10:30am-Noon
PreK Superhero Training
Preschoolers ages 3-5 are encouraged to try out our literacy activities, obstacle course and art projects. We will take photos of all the superheroes! Call to register.
Tuesday, June 16, 10am
Everyday Heroes
Cowgirl Jan will entertain children ages 3-6 with lively stories about everyday community heroes. Registration is not required.
Thursday, June 18, 10am
Local Hero: Firefighter & Truck
A local Town of Cave Creek firefighter will talk about a day in his life as a fireman. Children will have an opportunity to see a fire truck. Registration is not required.
Tuesday, June 30, 10am
Martha Washington
Martha Washington will entertain children ages 3-6 with lively stories about United States history and the importance of the fourth of July. Registration is not required.
KIDS
Monday, June 1, 1:30-3pm
Civil War Activities for Kids
Learn about Civil War eagle hero-Old Abe and participate in soldier activities. Children will have an opportunity to eat a soldier's rations, build a periscope and do a craft.
Thursday, June 11, 2-3pm
Superhero Mask Making
Kids ages 5-11 can make a superhero mask with local artist Connie Galleener. Call to register.
Tuesday, June 23, 2-3pm
Learn to Draw Comics
This program is for anyone ages 6-12 who likes drawing. Bryan Kilgore graphic artist and author will be on hand to teach kids w how to draw their cartoon characters and talk about his experiences. Call to register.
Thursday, June 25, 4-5pm
Lego® Builders Club
Bring your imagination and build with Lego® and Duplo® blocks. Geared to children ages 3-12. Younger children will need parental guidance, but are welcome to attend.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 9 – July 30
Spanish Classes
Free Spanish classes for Kids ages 8-11. Must call Colleen to register at 480-488-2286. Limited spaces available. Call for more information.
TEENS
Tuesday, June 2, 1:30-3pm
Teen T-Shirt Art Frenzy
Tweens and teens ages 11-18 may bring 2-3 white or pastel-colored clean t-shirts to this fun craft session. We will explore several ways to decorate them. Call to register: 480-488-2286.
Friday, June 19, 10am-Noon
Teen Art Workshop
Tweens and teens ages 11-18 are invited to join local artist, Sylvia Brungo for a 2 hour workshop: Elastic Plastic Fusion-Recycling Workshop. Teens will repurpose recycled products into a art journal. Call to register: 480-488-2286.
Friday, June 19, 5-10pm
Teen Night for ages 12 -17
Teens are invited to a fun night of pizza, crafts, movie and music. A local teen will present an Altered Book craft from 5-7pm. Call to register and request a permission slip sheet: 480-488-2286.
Tuesday, June 22, 1:30
Teen Silk Screen T-Shirt Printing 1:30pm
Red Rohall teaches tweens and teens ages 11-18 about this unique way to express themselves. Each participant designs and prepares theirown artwork and then prints a one-of-a-kind T-shirt using the silkscreen method. Finished shirts are permanent, washable and very colorful. Make a shirt and wear it to teen night that same day! Call to register: 480-488-2286.
Friday, June 26, 5-10pm
Teen Night for ages 12 -17
Teens are invited to a fun night of pizza, crafts, movie and music. A local teen will present an Altered Book craft session from 5-7pm. Call to register and request a permission slip sheet: 480-488-2286.
Book Face Contest for Teens ages 12-17
Runs May 1 to July 30
Find a book with a face on the cover. Hold it in front of your own face and snap a photo of yourself. Work solo, or in teams of two. Prizes for top three entries. Photos become the property of the library upon being entered into the contest. Contact the library for more details. 1 entry per person. Ask for Colleen at 480-488-2286.
Desert Foothills Library
Work Schedule: Monday – Thursday 10am – 5:30pm
38443 North Schoolhouse Road
P.O. Box 4070 85327
Phone: 480-488-2286
Fax: 480-595-8353
Resale Boutique Specials
of the Week!
Saving You Money With
BROWN as the Color of the Week
50% off anything with BROWN In all Departments.
Special Summer Clearance - Thursday, Friday, Saturday
(June 4-6) ALL departments 50% off.
Thanks to a generous community, we get new merchandise daily.
June Raffle
To be announced.
1 Ticket - $2.00 3 Tickets - $5.00 7 Tickets - $10.00
THE REASON WE ARE HERE
TO SERVE YOU
Saving lives through rescue, care and adoption.
We strive to make a difference in our community by providing resources for responsible pet ownership and creating a safe have for at risk animals. Our staff and dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that we give each of our animals the love and care they deserve. Thinking of adding a companion animal to your family. Meet Blake and the other adorable adoptables at www.foothillsanimal.org
Foothills Animal RescueResale Boutique
23030 N Pima Road, Scottsdale, Az 85255
Monday-Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Extended Hours: Thursday till 7:00 pm
STAY CONNECTED
You Can Make The Difference
You can make the difference in saving lives. Not ready to add a new pet to your family? You can volunteer,foster, donate to provide care, spread the word on our adorable, adoptable shelter guests.
Every little bit helps, and you make that happen.
Pick Me - Pick Me
Pick Me...Pick Me. Yes with the transition to summer it's Kitten Season. We have a wide variety of adorable, adoptable kittens available for immediate adoption.
Double the Cuddle,
kittens love to be in pairs.
2 kittens, 1 adoption price.
Meet Dexter - Ready for a New Home
Hi, my name is Dexter, I am a lovable ShibaChi. I would love to be in a home that has comfy pillows and lets me sleep on the back of the couch. I am kennel trained and will be a good boy when you leave the house. I love to go on walks but might bark at other dogs if you let me. I am not a fan of children because they scare me so I need to be with a family with no kids. I also like horses! I am not scared of them and one time, my foster mom let me ride with her and it was FUN!. I am still looking for my forever home.
Looking For Love In All The Right Places
Teddy is looking for a foster home or even better a permanent home. We are concerned that being at the shelter will be too overwhelming for him and we would like to have him monitored for any changes in behavior or physical appearance.
Teddy makes up for his small size with his BIG personality. He is a total sweetheart and just loves to be with his people. He will do a little dance to get your attention- our volunteers call it the "wave". He is already diagnosed with Valley Fever which he is currently taking medication for. He does like his crate and will sleep in it, it is a cozy retreat.
Foothills Animal Rescue Visit Us!
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There’s no better time to join the Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce!
Attention Business Owners: June 25 is Deadline
For Popular Chamber of Commerce Community Directory
As summer approaches, it’s a perfect time for local business owners to breathe and begin strategic planning for fall marketing efforts.
The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce reminds the business community that June 25 marks the deadline to be represented in the popular, annual Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce Community Guide, an 64-page reference guide showcasing the best and brightest business in the area.
The publication, with a circulation of nearly 30,000, has grown to become one of the most popular communication tools available to members, said Patty Villeneuve, executive director of the organization.
The full color magazine-style publication features useful tools including a business directory, and church and non-profit directory, visitor’s information, a relocation guide for new residents, plus useful facts and area information.
“We encourage businesses to become a members in order to be included in the directory. We also want to remind our current members to update their directory listings and ads by the June 25 deadline,” Villeneuve said.
For information, or to have your business represented, call 480-488-3381 or visit carefreecavecreek.org.
The publication will be distributed in October and available at the Chamber’s Visitor Center, and all Chamber events. It will be mailed directly to most homes in the zip codes of 85331, 85327, 85262, 85377 and 85266. Advertising and directory opportunities are available only to Chamber members, and all community entities are encouraged to become members.
Dear Lyn,
There's still time ...
for your gift to Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center to have twice the impact!
Because of the strong commitment by the lea ders of this ministry, the Board of Directors and staff of Spirit in the Desert have pledged to match any donations received by June 15, up to $85,000!
Since the date that the match was announced, Spirit has received gifts totaling $68,497 leaving us a total yet to be matched of just $16,503!! Let's do it!"
100%
of your financial donations are used to create and provide life-impacting retreat programs ... and allow us to offer scholarships for individuals who
might otherwise be unable to afford to participate. YOU are changing lives!
Please meet the challenge!
via credit card or PayPal, or mail your tax-deductible gift to Spirit in the Desert today at P.O. Box 3254, Carefree, AZ, 85377. Thank you!
Sincerely,
Paul Campbell
Executive Director
Spirit in the Desert Board of Directors
Get out of the heat and into a SUMMER OF THEATER!
DFT has SEVEN great summer camps and a summer drama performance! Here’s what is coming up (in date order).
Creative Kids
Two week, half-day camp. For young actors ages 5-7
Come sing, dance, act and expand your imagination with us. Students will use their imagination and creativity to put together a whole new production! They will write, sing, dance, glue, draw and have a great time all while learning teamwork, self confidence, communication skills and more!
Dates: June 1-12, 2015
Days/Time: Mon.-Fri., 9AM-Noon
Location: Horseshoe Trails Elementary School
Cost: $199
Showcase: Friday, June 12, 11: 30 AM
Register through Education and Community Services in the Cave Creek Unified School District by calling 480-575-2440. Registration open NOW!
Advanced Acting Camp
Acting for Theater & Film, Instruction by Scott Johnson ages 13-18
This camp will specialize in reality acting based on the techniques of Stella Adler, Sanford Meisner and Mr. Johnson’s own methods as developed over a 35-year acting, directing and coaching career. Mr. Johnson has coached acting in Phoenix and Burbank for more than 25 years. As a film actor he has appeared in seven movies, including Arizona Summer (left) as stage actor in more than 30-plays. His play Look at the Grouse! was featured as last summer’s Advanced Summer Project production.
Dates: June 1-12, 2015
Days/Time: Mon.-Fri., 12:30-4:30 PM
Location: FCF-Holland Community Center
Cost: $249
Register online HERE or by calling 480-488-1981.
Princess Camp
For princess lovers ages 3-5 - must be potty trained
Drop off your little one for their daily dose of princess. Each day a different princess will be on hand to help your child create a craft, learn a song and play games with them. On the last day of camp, they will share their songs and crafts with parents.
Dates: June 15-19
Days/Time: Mon.-Fri., 9AM-11:30AM
Location: FCF-Holland Community Center
Cost: $129
Showcase: Friday, June 19 at 11AM, FREE.
Register online HERE or by calling 480-488-1981.
Musical Revue Camp I:
Music from 13: The Musical
For young artists ages 8-14
Learn music from a favorite musical about turning 13. Sing, dance and act as we create a fun musical revue. Sharing with family and friends on the last day of camp.
Dates: June 8-12, 2015
Days/Time: Mon.-Fri., 9AM-3PM
Location: Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center
Cost: $225
Showcase: June 12, 2:30PM
Register through Education and Community Services in the Cave Creek Unified School District by calling 480-575-2440. Registration open in mid March.
Full-Day, Two Week Camp
Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies
For young artists ages 8-14
In this fast-paced musical theatre camp, young artists put on an entire production in just two weeks...complete with costumes, sets, props, lights and more. Campers help paint sets, make props, put together costumes all while also rehearsing songs, learning choreography and getting great acting training in character development. The camp culminates in a high-energy hilarious new musical written in English pantomime style--which means it is overflowing with silly puns and site gags along with toe-tapping tunes.
Dates: June 15-26, 2015
Days/Time: Mon.-Fri., 9AM-3PM
Location: Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center
Cost: $425
Performance: Thursday, June 25, 7PM, Cactus Shadows FAC
Tickets: Click here to buy show tickets now--each camper gets 2 FREE.
Register through Education and Community Services in the Cave Creek Unified School District by calling 480-575-
2440. Registration open in mid March.
Musical Revue Camp II:
Music from The Lion King
For young artists ages 8-14
Sing, dance and act with us as we create a mini musical revue featuring music from The Lion King. Work with a professional choreographer and musical director to put it all together and share with family and friends on the last day.
Dates: July 13-17, 2015
Days/Time: Mon.-Fri., 9AM-3PM
Location: Episcopal Church of the Nativity (just south of Pinnacle Peak and Miller Roads)
Cost: $225
Showcase: Friday, July 17, 2:30PM
Register online HERE or call 480-488-1981.
Musical Revue Camp III:
Music from the musical, Annie
For young artists ages 8-14
Sing, dance and act with us as we create a mini musical revue based on the music of Annie. Work with a professional choreographer and musical director to put it all together and share with family and friends on the last day.
Dates: July 27-31
Days/Time: Mon.-Fri., 9AM-3PM
Location: Episcopal Church of the Nativity, Miller and Williams Roads
(just south of Pinnacle Peak and Miller Roads in North Scottsdale)
Cost: $225
Showcase: Friday, July 31, 2:30PM
Register online HERE or call 480-488-1981.
***The Foothills Caring Corps***
Urgently Seeking Volunteers to Make a Difference
in the Lives of the Elderly
Do you want to make a difference in your own life and the lives of others?
The Foothills Caring Corps, a volunteer based non-profit organization serving the greater NE Valley, is seeking volunteers to share their talent, skills and time with the organization whose primary mission is to allow the elderly to remain independent and living in their homes.
Volunteers needed for such programs as:
-Van transportation
-Medical transportation
-Mobile meals
-Minor home repair
-Friendly visits
-Medical loan closet
The Foothills Caring Corps aims to provide a rewarding and gratifying experience for both the volunteer and the neighbor. Volunteers are given training, guidance and monitoring to ensure a quality experience. They are allowed to self-select areas in which they would like to be involved and are not required to contribute a minimum number of hours.
“The Caring Corps opens their arms to people with a variety of skills levels, talent and interests. Everyone has an something to contribute.”
The organization conducts monthly Volunteer Orientation sessions from 9 – 11 a.m. at the Foothills Caring Corps offices located at 7275 E. Easy Street, Suite B103, Carefree.
For more information, or to RSVP, call the Foothills Caring Corps at 480-488-1105.
Foothills Caring Corps
Volunteer Orientation Quick Facts:
Event: Volunteer Orientation.
Who: The Foothills Caring Corps
Where: 7275 E. Easy Street, Suite B103, Carefree.
When: The second Thursday of each month.
Info: 480-488-1105 or www.foothillscaringcorps.com.
Van transportation
Mobile meals
Other upcoming events and news
Mountains of the Land Trust Photo Contest: We will be moving to an entirely online contest this year, including photo submissions and voting. Look for details and contest entry information this summer. However, it's never too early to start taking your photos that celebrate Black Mountain and Daisy Mountain!
Desert Discovery Day: Save the date for our 4th annual Desert Discovery Day on Saturday, November 21 at Jewel of the Creek Preserve!
480-488-6131
Consider Making a Donation
You make the difference by providing us the resources to change over 500 lives this year. Please consider making a donation so we can continue to provide outstanding care.
Volunteer Your Time
Come be a dog walker, kitty cuddler, adoption counselor, office helper or help in the resale boutique. We rely on you to provide that extra level of care.
2015
Save Them All
Donate a FIDO Bag
Today!
Fetch Foundation
Upcoming Events
FREE!
Crime Prevention and Safety Event
March 14th
9am-2pm
Deer Valley
Community Center
*Animal Cruelty Task Force
*Shred a Thon
*Vin Etching
*Drug Take Back
Mesa Fire Dept Saves Dog with Fetch Foundation Equipment!
Mesa Fire E217 used the Fetch Foundation Fido Bag to save a dog after a house fire. "We're pleased to report the dog is doing well! We're happy we have special equipment on our apparatus to watch out for our extended family members."
"The Mesa Fire Department saved our beloved boxer, Samson, using the Fido Bag. We are so very thankful!" - Larry & Marry Kay Lininger
In appreciation of having their cherished Samson saved the Liningers donated several FIDO Bags through The Fetch Foundation to be delivered to other fire departments so others family pets can be saved.
HEROISM BREEDS HEROISM.
Fire Fighters using special O2 masks in the FIDO Bag to administer oxygen to this pup that was found in the house fire.
Firefighters look on as the scared but healthy pup stands up. It was a victory for these animal-loving heroes, the family...and the pup!
About Triple R Horse Rescue
Triple R Horse Rescue is a 501(c) 3 organization that rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes horses surrendered to its care. The organization, which is run 100% by volunteers, relies on support from the community to fulfill its mission. Located on three acres donated by Lil Bit North Ranch in Cave Creek, Ariz. Triple R Horse Rescue is dedicated to assisting the 175,000 unwanted horses in the United States. During the past three years, the organization has re-homed more than 100 horses.
For more information about Triple R Horse Rescue visit http://www.triplerhorserescueaz.com or call 602.396.8726.
CONTACT: Christy Leggett/602.396.8726.
Scully Learning Center was developed to provide Experiences to enrich the lives of our developmentally disabled participants. The Center is located on the banks of Cave Creek. The facility includes an organic garden; chickens, ducks, goats and tortoises;
computers; fully equipped kitchen; a fully equipped ceramic studio and several other art creation sites. In addition we provide opportunities for hiking and a variety of field trips. We recently added 3 Strider Pedaless Bikes and have added a race track to our wish list. We are staffed exclusively by volunteers and always welcome new ideas and new participants.
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Paula Scully 480-595-0508
Ann Rice 928-606-6481
P.O. Box 7920
Cave Creek, AZ 85327
Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center to offer employment assistance
Team Job Search will assist food bank customers with job searches
Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center will offer Team Job Search to its customers who seek employment in the Cave Creek/Carefree area. Beginning in September 2014, Team Job Search will provide workshops to assist food bank customers in finding the best job.
Team Job Search, which was created by Richard McCarty, is a community program sponsored by the Foothills Food Bank that will help individuals reinvent the way they look for work. In today’s market place, 98% of all resumes go through an inhuman electronic screening process that rejects 75% of applications before they are viewed by a human being. Team Job Search will teach food bank customers proven techniques to ensure that applications and resumes are selected for interviews. Team Job Search will conduct meetings to introduce food bank clients to new methods for finding the right job. Workshop times and dates will be announced soon and all sessions will be held at Desert Foothills Library in Cave Creek.
The Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center provides emergency food, financial assistance and other life necessities and resources to individuals and families in the desert foothills, which encompasses a 180-square mile area that includes Black Canyon City, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Desert Hills, New River, north Scottsdale and north Phoenix.
For more details, visit Foothills Food Bank at www.foothillsfoodbank.com or call 480.488.1145. Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is located at Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz.
Contact: Pam DiPietro 480.488/1145
Learn a new craft, hear a lecture, exercise your brain and more at the Foothills Community Foundation
Are you looking to learn a new craft or skill, like card making, digital photography or acting? Do you want to expand your mind by hearing a fascinating lecture or viewing a colorful art show? Or, maybe you’re up for a good game of Bingo or Bridge? These are just some of the many classes, events and activities offered for local residents of all ages at the Foothills Community Foundation’s (FCF) Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th Street, Bldg. B, in Scottsdale.
“We’re so fortunate to live in a community that cherishes arts and entertainment, that cares about sustainability and that welcomes the chance to learn from others,” said Chris Winger, FCF president and CEO. “Take advantage of our Holland Community Center…not only will you expand your mind, you’re sure to make some new friends or re-connect with old ones.”
FCF classes at the Holland Community Center include Brain Games, Bridge, Digital Photography, Adobe Photoshop Elements, an “Art Relaxation and Herbal Teas” class that includes Tai Chi relaxation exercises, and two Focus on Your Health classes about finding health help in the home and getting through the holidays after experiencing a loss.
Desert Foothills Theater (DFT) and the Desert Awareness Committee are also part of the Foothills Community Foundation. For a full list of FCF classes, MindQuest lectures, visual arts shows, DFT theater productions and classes, Desert Awareness hikes and educational programs, and other activities, visit www.azfcf.org or call (480) 488-1090.
Cave Creek Museum re-opens for the season on Wed., Oct. 1. Located at 6140 Skyline Drive, the Museum features an extensive collection of prehistoric and historic artifacts that describe the lives of Native Americans, miners, ranchers and pioneers. The museum hours are Wed., Thurs., Sat. and Sun. from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Fri. from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Entrance fees are $5 for adults; $3 for seniors; and $2 for students. Children 12 and under are free.
One of the biggest highlights of the season will be monthly demonstrations of the Museum’s historic “Golden Reef” Stamp Mill which dates back to 1880 and was used to crush hard rock ore so that gold could be separated and saved. There have not been any operational Stamp Mills in Maricopa County since the closure of the Arizona Mining and Mineral Museum in 2011, and Cave Creek Museum’s Stamp Mill is the only operational 10-Stamp Mill in the state. The schedule of monthly demonstrations will be announced on Oct. 1.
Another new exhibit will be “Saddle Up,” a colorful display of horse saddles dating from 1890 to 1950, including one that was made for a professional baseball player. The new “Baskets, Baskets, Beautiful Baskets” exhibit features Native American baskets dating from the 1880s to the 1930s.
The baskets are from several Arizona tribes: Pima (O'Odham), Navajo, Apache, Havasupai, Yavapai and Papago (Tohono O'Odham). In addition, the Museum will unveil a new “Arizona’s Greatest Battle” exhibit that features history about what is considered to be the greatest recorded battle ever fought in Arizona. The 1857 battle was the last in a series of skirmishes in which the O’Odham (Pima) and Piipaash (Maricopa) fought their adversaries to the west. The exhibit will include a replica war shield, a war club, sandals and more on loan from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
Lifestyle will also be highlighted in a new bola tie and “Dirty Laundry” washing machine exhibit.
“The washing machine was revolutionary because it changed a woman’s life dramatically,” said Evelyn Johnson, executive director of Cave Creek Museum. “We’ll show the evolution of this household task from 1870 through 1940.”
The museum will host several new children’s programs throughout the year and bring back popular annual events, including “A Miner’s Dinner” in November, “Antiques Appraisal Day” in January, “Authors’ Month” in February and its biggest fundraiser of the year, “Homes Through Time” home tour in March.
For information, call (480) 488-2764 or visit www.cavecreekmuseum.org.
Large and heavy stamp mills were used in the late 1800s and through the 1920s to crush hard rock ore so that the gold could be separated and saved. At one time, many such mills were reported to exist in the Cave Creek Mining District. The Museum’s “Golden Reef Mine Stamp Mill” was declared to be an Arizona State Historic Property by Arizona State Parks in 1986. The Museum is particularly pleased to showcase this 10-Stamp Mill that came from its own mining district and was originally located on Continental Mountain.
Click on the videos below to see the Cave Creek Museum:
Cave Creek Museum Golden Reef 10 Stamp Mill
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Cave Creek Museum Interior Exhibits
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Cave Creek Museum Exterior Exhibits
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