CAREFREE TRUTH
Letters from Readers: 6/28/13
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. 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_6-24-13.html
Yes, congrats, Commissioner!
Michelle Lombardi
Recently I contacted the Carefree Water Company, paying my late father's bill, advising them of his passing and asking future bills be send to me. Not only did they remove the late charge on the account, but the employees send me a hand written sympathy note!
Their expression of care, concern and comfort to me and my family was, and is, like a breath of fresh air!
In the troubled times in which we live, it is nice to know there are still such great people shining their light! Keep up the good work.
Kim McElroy
Prescott
Betsy is one great lady and a gift to our Carefree. Yes, I watched the video. Herbie does a great job for everyone! Super job Herbie.
Mike Krahe
I like the end, Herbie.
Glenn Miller
Love the video Herbie!!!
Binka Schwan
Great, GREAT, GREAT video!!!
David Schwan
That video was awesome and yes, she's probably going to kill Herbie for the ending -- a great tribute to a legend in Carefree.
Melissa Price
Fun to watch.
Arthur Gimson
You crack me up! Too funny!
Patty Meese
Hi Lyn. Please let your readers know to be on the lookout for burglars! I went to my listing at 7885 E. Breathless today, and they had been burglarized.
Will Donaldson
(Lyn's note: MCSO has repeatedly asked the citizens to be their eyes and ears, and to call 911 if we see activity that looks out of place or suspicious in any way. They would rather investigate something that turns out to be perfectly innocent than try to solve a crime after the fact.)
We love the Venues Restaurant. Let's support them.
Jim and Bonnie Kaiser
Lyn,
There are amazing books offered for sale each month at the Desert Foothills Library 'Used Book Sale.'
Every month the Desert Foothills Library runs "Used Book Sales" on the 1st Saturday of the month and the Friday which precedes it. Remaining used books are sold at reduced prices on Sunday. At each sale there are literally hundreds, sometimes thousands, of interesting books offered at very reasonable prices. Recent best sellers, special interest books, children's books, historic books. These books have been donated to the Library by local residents during the preceding month, and the Library places some of these in its inventory of books to loan out and the balance are sold at the Used Book Sale as a fund raising event for the Library.
The next Used Book Sale will be Friday and Saturday, July 5th and 6th. Stop in and browse through the books offered for sale and pick out some interesting ones. And look for the new signs which have just been delivered which will be going up around town just before each Used Book Sale to remind all of us.
Thanks for passing this on.
Les Peterson
(Lyn's note: As you can see below, CFT is already on the Desert Foothills Library's email list, and I always add their notices to Letters, as I do for any of our local non-profits who wish to get free PR. I suspect I'll be getting this next week from the Library, but it never hurts to print something more than once. I have gotten books from Chapter Two, their book store. I love getting bargains, I've always been an avid reader and I confess to liking a real book in my hands. Herbert and I also support the Library through donations, and we have library cards. We love the Library.
By the way, Readers, if you are interested in seeing neat photos, the Library sponsored Photo Contest entries are now on display. There are some really good ones, so stop in and take a look. 4 of them are Herbert's.)
Desert Foothills Library
August Highlights:
When: 10 – 11 a.m., Thursday, August 15
What: Love Your Home, Love Your Life!
You and your home are intimately linked by subtle energy fields and vibrations. Become aware of the subconscious messages you receive from your environment and how you can enhance your life and your home to create an environment for your office and home that will help create peace, prosperity and wellness in all areas of your life. Ro Rusnock is a certified Feng Shui practitioner with the Western School of Feng Shui and owner of Elements and Energy. Limited seating. Register: 480-488-2286.
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When: 10 – 11 a.m., Tuesday, August 27
What: Come West...Free Land!!!
Learn about the true grit that Homesteaders had to ‘settle’ in the Cave Creek Mining District, the trials of such a remote location and what that barbed wire was really used for. Learn more of the entrepreneurial spirit and vision that sets Cave Creek apart from being like many other Arizona towns – ghostlike -- yesterday and today. Discover what makes Cave Creek’s personality unique! Presented by Evelyn Johnson, Executive Director of the Cave Creek Museum. Limited seating. Register: 480-488-2286.
Coming in September:
NEW!
When: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., Monday, September 23 (4th Monday each month)
What: Drum Circle on the Terrace
No experience required, everyone welcome! Feel the connection with others, and with nature, next to the beauty of our waterfall and botanical garden. Current research shows the therapeutic effects of drumming techniques – we experience endorphins and a boost in our immune system. Bring your own drum, and a portable chair (if you can; we have a limited number of chairs available). No registration needed.
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When: 5 – 6:30 p.m., Thursdays, September 26, and October 3 and 10
What: Ageless Wisdom (individual topics below)
The Ageless Wisdom tradition of Hinduism & Buddhism, Gnosticism, Plato and Hermes Trismegistus’ Emerald Tablet comes alive in modern (20th C.) fiction in surprising and unexpected ways. We’ll explore the mythology contained in these works that run deep with significance through Dorothy’s visit to Oz, Harry Potter’s education at Hogwarts, Ged’s encounter with, and lessons on knowledge vs. evil, and much more, and why these Ageless Wisdom motifs are as important to our own journey as they are to the characters in these books. Instructor Clare Goldsberry is the author of eight books and brings new ideas and thought-provoking lessons to her teaching style. Limited seating. Register: 480-488-2286.
Sept. 26: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz – Not just a children’s story!
Oct. 3: Harry Potter at Hogwarts – The Path of Learning
Oct. 10: The Wizard of Earthsea – Knowledge vs. Gnosis
Cost: $8 individual class or all 3 for $20, due when registering.
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
Great Arizona Puppet Theater
Arts and Crafts
Worm Drive the Musical
Arizona Science Center
Kinder Party
E-reader and E-book Workshops
Yoga for Kids
Every Child Ready to Read
Pajama Story time
Lego Club
I am Hip Hop
Thai String Dolls
T-Shirt Workshop
Candy Sushi
Teen Volunteers
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 July
Thursday, July 4
Happy Independence Day!
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
July
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,
July 31
5:45-6:15 pm
(The Library closes at 6 pm, so be sure to arrive on time!)
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 Kerri at kkrist@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 Events
July 2013
Dear Friends and Family of the Desert Foothills Library,
We are halfway through the 2013 Summer Reading Program, and we still have lots of FREE kids and TEEN summer events. If you haven't already, there is still time to pick up a Summer Event Brochure at the Library (or download one from our website) to see all programs for June and July as well as register for the Summer Reading Program and start reading for great prizes.
Don't forget that about our new NOOKs, e-books, and TumbleBooks for kids and teens! We will continue to 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. Email kkrist@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.
Great Arizona Puppet Theater
The Monkey and the Pirate
Monday, July 8 at 11 am
(All Ages!), Monday, July 8, 11:00 am: This show is bananas! A monkey, a pirate and a valuable banana treasure all add up to plenty of hilarious fun for the whole family in this rollicking and rambunctious original show.
Arts and Crafts series
Wednesdays in July
2:00-3:00 PM
(Ages 5+), Wednesdays, July 3-July 31, 2:00 pm:
Every Wednesday, all summer long, we'll complete a special arts and crafts project. Craft subjected to change.
July 3-Plant press
July 10-Hula Hoops
July 17-Cool down with snow globes
July 23-Thaumatrope
July 30-"Choose Your Own" Construction craft (materials provided) Ages 7+ with parental assistance this week only.
Limit 15 children participants; please register.
*Activities subject to change based on materials availability.
Worm Drive the Musical
Monday, July 15
11:00 am
(Ages 5+), Monday, July 15, 11:00 am: Music, skits, worms, and more! Do you know how important worms are for soil? Learn about worms, gardening, and ecology while listening to some acoustic guitar music! This will be an awesome show!
Arizona Science Center presents
The Science Behind Crafting Ice Cream
Wednesday, July 24
10:30 am
(ages 3-5), Wednesday, July 24 at 10:30 am: This preschool science class will demonstrate how to use math to become fully immersed in the process through which ice cream is made. Preschoolers will invent their own flavors, mix ingredients, use a scientific freezing process, and explore the textures and tastes of their new designs. Science is just as tasty as it is educational!
Limit 30 preschool participants; please register at kkrist@dfla.org or 480-488-2286
Kinder Party
Monday, July 29
1:00 pm
(Ages 5-6), Monday, July 29, 1:00-2:00 pm: Let's celebrate this exciting moment for our kindergarten-bound patrons and help ready them for the upcoming school year. We will take a private tour of the library, have snacks, and give away some special items just for our newest kindergartners.
Limit 15 participants; please register.
E-book Workshops
July 3, 9, 10, and 23
It's the last month of our e-book workshops! We have lots of new e-books titles for kids and teens. Do you know where to find them? 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 (limited space available; please register by calling 480-488-2286 or email kkrist@dfla.org):
NOOK e-Reader Workshops
Learn about the Library's new e-books for kids and how to borrow one of the Library's new NOOK Tablets with your child at the Library.
Wednesdays, July 3 and 10 at 10:30 (after storytime)
Tuesdays, July 9 & 23 at 2 pm (during Teen program)
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.
YOGA for KIDS
Fridays, June 7-July 19
2:00-3:00 pm
(Ages 5+),
Fridays, June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 12, and July 19 at 2:00 pm: No registration required. Attend one session or all six sessions.
(No yoga on Friday, July 5)
Musical Storytime
Monday, July 29
10:30 am
(ages 0-5), Monday, July 29, 10:30 am: 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.
A FAMILY LITERACY @ THE LIBRARY EVENT
Pajama Family Storytime
(the last Wednesday of every month)
Wednesday, July 31
5:45 pm
(Ages 0-6) Wear your favorite pajamas for this fun pajama story time on Wednesday, July 31 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
Lego Build It! (the last Thursday of every month)
Thursday, July 25
4:00-5:00 pm
(Ages 4+) Thursday, July 25 at 4 pm: 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.
Lasana Hotep: I am Hip Hop
Wednesday, July 17
1:00 pm
TEENS and Adults ONLY!
Lasana Hotep: I am Hip Hop-The Legacy of an International Youth Movement (ages 11+),
Wednesday, July 17, 1:00 pm:
Rap music is a multibillion-dollar industry, but very few people know the history of the Hip-hop movement. This program is multimedia based (images, audio, and video), and audiences will see how Hip-hop has permeated through American popular culture and higher education. Rappers from Cuba, breakers from Japan, and DJ's from the Philippines are all highlights of this program. Made possible by the Arizona Humanities Council.
Teens Only! Thai String Dolls
Tuesday, July 9
2:00 pm
(Ages 11-17), Tuesday, July 9, 2:00 pm:
Make a Thai string doll for good luck or just for fun. We'll also have a Thai treat. Our new NOOKs will be on display for if you haven't seen them yet.
Teens Only! Henna Workshop
Tuesday, July 16
1:00 pm
(Ages 11-17), Tuesday, July 16, 1:00-2:30 pm:
Learn about the art and history of this traditional Indian art form and receive a small impermanent henna tattoo. Henna designs display beautiful and intricate patterns of swirling lines on the hands, feet, or arms and may last 1 to 4 weeks.
Signed permissions slips required (available prior to the program or at the time of the program).
Teens Only! Duct Tape Creations
Tuesday, July 23
2:00 pm
(Ages 11-17),
Tuesday, July 23, 2:00 pm:
You probably already knew it could fix anything, but it's also an awesome starting point for several different creations. Have some fun with all colors and prints of duct tape. Our new NOOKs will be on display for if you haven't seen them yet.
TAG--Teen Volunteers and Advisory Group
Wednesday, June 24
4:30 pm
TEENS ONLY!
TAG-Teen Volunteer and Advisory Group, (ages 11-18),
WED June 24, 4:30-5:30 pm:
Come and hang out while we discuss Teen events and volunteering. Great for volunteer hours! Snacks provided.
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, storytimes, and for our 2013-14 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.
Carefree Cave Creek
Chamber of Commerce
Upcoming Schedule of Events
Events for the Week of
June 24 - June 30
Did YOU Know
With just a few days left of our Membership Drive, the success of our POWER Lunch last Wednesday and the deadline fast approaching for the printing of the Chamber Guide, what better way to start off this week then with a bunch of RANDOM fun facts. Ya, it doesn't make any sense but what kind of a intro do you use when you are going to ask - Did YOU Know - Every time you lick an envelope, you're consuming 1/10 of a calorie. Hard to fit that in but as you received your orange form with your listing for the Chamber Guide remember - someone had to lick that envelope. So, enjoy the last week of June, stay cool with the HOT temps and now for some fun and definitely random fun facts. Did YOU Know..
~If you yelled for 8 years, 7 months and 6 days, you would have produced enough sound energy to heat one cup of coffee.
~The human heart creates enough pressure when it pumps out to the body to squirt blood 30 feet.
~Banging your head against a wall uses 150 calories an hour.
~A person cannot taste food unless it is mixed with saliva. For example, if strong-tasting substance like salt is placed on a dry tongue, the taste buds will not be able to taste it. As soon as a drop of saliva is added and the salt is dissolved, however, a definite taste sensation results. This is true for all foods. Try it!
~The average person falls asleep in seven minutes.
~Elephants are the only mammals that can't jump.
~Your stomach has to produce a new layer of mucus every two weeks otherwise it will digest itself
~It's possible to lead a cow upstairs...but not downstairs.
~The ant can lift 50 times its own weight, can pull 30 times its own weight and always falls over on its right side when intoxicated. I would love to be the one who tests this fun fact, well just the intoxicated part.
~A cockroach will live nine days without it's head, before it starves to death.
~If NASA sent birds into space they would soon die; they need gravity to swallow.
~A duck's quack doesn't echo, and no one knows why.
~An ostrich's eye is bigger that it's brain.
~Snails can sleep for 3 years without eating
~The strongest muscle in proportion to its size in the human body is the tongue.
~Armadillos are the only animal besides humans that can get leprosy. - I wonder who tested that one out???
~Orcas (killer whales) kill sharks by torpedoing up into to shark's stomach from underneath, causing the shark to explode.
~The only 15 letter word that can be spelled without repeating a letter is "uncopyrightable".
~Stewardesses is the longest word that is typed with only the left hand.
~No word in the English language rhymes with month, orange, silver, and purple.
~111,111,111 x 111,111,111 = 12,345,678,987,654,321
~If you toss a penny 10,000 times, it will not be heads 5000 times,but more like 4950. The heads picture weighs more, so it ends up on the bottom.
~Months that begin on a Sunday will always have a "Friday the 13th."
And to end the Random facts - Here is a really weird and random fun fact!!
~It was discovered on a space mission that a frog can throw up. The frog throws up its stomach first, so the stomach is dangling out of its mouth.Then the frog uses its forearms to dig out all of the stomach's contents and then swallows the stomach back down again. GROSS!!!!!
Become a Member
JUNE
7 days left for the Membership / Recruitment Drive.
There are incentives, not only for new members, but also for current members.
Current Member Incentives
~ $25 off your membership at renewal for each new member you sign up!
New Members
~ $30 set up fee - WAIVED
~ Sign up in June and get one month free. 13 months for the price of 12.
The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce is committed to the growth of it's members.
Click here to print an application.
Click here to print or view the Benefits of the Chamber.
ENCORE
Tuesday June 25
ENCORE is our second evening mixer of the month.
We will be visiting the Studio of Jamie Pogue of Pogue Photography and honoring the non-profit HopeKids.
Tuesday, June 25
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
35653 N. Canyon Crossings Drive
Carefree, AZ. 85377
(using GPS enter Cave Creek as city)
Gate Code#3489
(will be on the gate as you enter)
Jaime Pogue, has selected HopeKids as the non-profit to receive part of the evenings proceeds. HopeKids is a local organization serving about 800 kids in the valley with life threatening illnesses. They provide weekly activities for these children to keep their spirits & hopes up during difficult times in their lives. These kids look forward to these activities each week which in turn keeps their minds off of their treatments and such. A lot of their activities are private, that way kids with compromised immune systems can still attend with out worries of picking up a "bug"! They do AMAZING things for A LOT of families in AZ!! HopeKids have been a big part of the Pogue family. We hope you join in ENCORE - Networking with a cause.
$10 for Members
$15 for Non-members
Business Breakfast
Thursday June 27
Business Breakfast
at Harold's Corral
Thursday, June 27
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Business Building at it's best!
New time, New menu, New experience!!
$6 for Members
$10 for Non-Members
Restaurant Specials This Week
June 24 - June 30
Armando's Mexican Food - Armando's distinguishes from other Mexican food restaurants because we only use the Highest Quality meats like Certified Angus meat without Hormones.Visit their website and see!
Bakery Cafe at el Pedregal - Our charming bistro and bakery located at el Pedregal in North Scottsdale, just a short walk from the resort. This popular breakfast and lunch restaurant is inspired by classic patisseries and offers sandwiches on freshly baked breads, made-to-order salads, cookies and pastries. This Wi-Fi café is a comfortable spot for a morning espresso and croissant; a healthy lunch; or just sipping a glass of wine.
Bryan's Black Mountain Barbecue - YEE HA - MOUTH WATERING SUMMER TOMATO SANDWICH IS BACK! The Molasses Dijon Spread and the Smoked Salt, layered with slivers of sliced red onion, topped with watercress and those grilled pillows of heaven sandwich the colors of summer! You won't know what hit you - but the taste of summer is a sure bet! COME ON BY AND SAY HELLO,CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU.
Cafe Bink -Cool off at Cafe Bink in the Carefree Marketplace. New summer hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., closed on Monday.
Carefree Station - Now through September 30, we'll be observing new summers hours. Monday through Friday, we'll only be open for happy hour and dinner. During the weekend, we'll now be serving Saturday and Sunday brunch, plus dinner.
Cartwright's - Join us July 3 for Arizona History Dinner with guest speaker Janna Bommersbach and her entertaining discussion on Poor Arizona, Nobody Wanted Us. NOBODY.. Watch the fireworks front and center. $55 per person. Call 480-488-8031 for reservations, seats fill up fast.
Cave Creek Smokehouse and Pour Shop Patio - Meatloaf Monday; Tuesday is Mel's Live Auction and Karaoke; Wednesday is Reverse Happy Hour and Welcome to the Bull Riders!; Thursday is FREE Texas Hold'em; Saturday - Juke Joint is in the Cellar; Sunday is NASCAR!
Cellar 13 - NEW SPECIALS! White Truffle Garlic Flatbread: layered with artichoke hearts, baby portobellos, and red onion. Topped with mozzarella and parmesan.
Mediterranean Salad: tossed in a sun-dried tomato vinaigrette with red bell peppers, olives, grape tomatoes and cucumber. Topped with feta and ciabatta croutons.
Stuffed Tomatoes: Ripe tomatoes stuffed with seasoned bread crumbs and gouda. Served with a small mixed-greens salad with olives and parmesan.
The English Rose Tea Room - Observing the English tradition of Afternoon Tea is our trademark. We offer an extensive menu of authentic foods served with loose leaf teas. From a simple scone with Devonshire cream to the Duchess of Bedford's Formal Afternoon Tea, there is something for every discerning Tea Lover's palate.
Giordano's Trattoria Romana - Giordano's Early Bird Special - Now through August 31st from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. $20 all inclusive--Glass of House Chianti or Chardonnay, Giordano's House Salad and choice of entree from a selected menu.Call for reservations 480-595-0233.
Harold's Corral - Happy Hour Monday - Friday 2:00 p.m. - 6 p.m. Drink Specials, Food Specials and half off appetizers. Reverse Happy Hour Monday - Thursday 9:00 p.m. - Midnight!
Horny Toad - Monday - all you can eat Beef Ribs $16.99. Friday - all you can eat Fish Fry for only $14.95!! LIVE MUSIC by Hat Man Dan and the Creekers - Friday and Saturday 6 - 10 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.
Indian Village - Enjoy Fresh Hot Indian Fry Bread while checking out all of the native souvenirs.
Palo Verde at the Boulders -Experience traditional American fare, such as succulent burgers and salads, great sandwiches, grilled steaks and seafood. Enjoy in a relaxed atmosphere the panoramic views of the Sonoran desert and the 6th fairway of the award-winning South Course.
Soul Cafe - Dining that will appeal to anyone. Our focus is on fresh,delicious American food.
Spotted Donkey at el Pedregal - Fresh, lively, and energetic, the Spotted Donkey Cantina embraces Arizona's southwestern influences with "cantina-style" dishes and western flavors in a relaxing atmosphere. The restaurant also features its own proprietary double-barreled Herradura Tequila Reposado. Features of the month Fish and Shrimp Tostadas and Veruca Salt. For reservations, check us out on OpenTable.com
Tap Haus - June 27th, and every Thursday through August 22nd, 2013 kids and parents can enjoy dinner and a movie on our 20ft HD Screen in our Private Dining Room! Parents and Students will receive 20% off of their total bill for the evening! (Excludes Liquor) Call today to reserve your table! (480) 488-3300.
The Grotto Cafe - The Grotto Café's patio is arguably the most beautiful patio in Cave Creek. Now offering 100% All Natural Smoothies, a great way to start your day or keep you going!!
Tonto Bar and Grill - Join us from 3-6 p.m. daily in the bar for happy hour. Enjoy $1 off draft beers, $8 well martinis, $5 well cocktails and featured wines, $6 Tontoritas and $5 appetizer specials. Call 480-488-0698 for reservations
Venues Cafe - If you haven't been in, come check it out! 100 days of Summer. We have a new Happy Hour from 2:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m Everyday! Prices starting at $2. Try our new frozen margaritas or our frozen fresh blueberry/strawberry daiquiris. Saturday morning join us for Cruiz-In Car Club show at 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Breakfast Buffet for only $9.95.
Things To Do
June 24- June 30
ENCORE with Pogue Photography - Tuesday June 25 - See Attached Flyer.
iPad: Setting it up -Tuesday June 25 -Tour ALL the settings on an iPad and get your iPad working well. Must bring your own iPad 1 or 2. Presented by Tech4Life.
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Business Breakfast - Thursday June 27 - See Attached Flyer.
Carefree Farmers Market -Friday June 21 -The reduced vendors present during the summer are 2 fresh vegetable vendors, a Range-fed meats vendor, and a wild honey vendor. Also during the summers hours the market is held under the awnings of the Amphitheater Stage at the CF Desert Gardens.
7:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m.
Hohokam Houses - the Ruins of Spur Cross - Friday June 28 - Join us for this moderate 2.5 mile hike that will introduce you to the rich archaeological history of the area. See evidence of prehistoric Hohokam dwellings and learn about their culture as we trek on up to one of their mesa-top compounds.
7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Cruise-In at Venues Cafe - Saturday June 29 - Breakfast Buffet and Hot Rods! Buffet to include scrambled eggs and scrambled eggs with cheese, bacon, sausage, toast, potatoes and fresh fruit along with bottomless coffee for $9.95.
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Survival Series at the Cave Creek Regional Park - Saturday June 29 - In this edition of our survival series we will address the various types of fires, their uses, and how to construct and ignite a "Fire". Meet at the Nature Center.
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Scorpion Hike at Spur Cross Ranch - Saturday June 29 - Did you know that scorpions glow in the dark under a blacklight? Join Ranger Kevin on this fun and safe night walk to find these elusive desert dwellers (using our eyes only). You will learn cool facts about these amazing creatures and sharpen your spotting skills! All ages will enjoy this casual one hour/one mile walk. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water and a flashlight (blacklights are especially helpful). No pets please
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
For more information regarding these or any other events of the area visit www.carefreecavecreek.org
It is that time of year again!!
We are updating the Chamber Guide. Our Chamber Community Guide will be mailed out to over 21,000 homes and businesses of the community. We will also have an additional 2,500 to hand out through out the year! Great opportunities to promote your business!!
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•You should have your orange form. Make sure everything is correct, sign and send it back.
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•If you are interested in advertising in the Guide click here.
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•Submit a picture to be considered for the cover of the guide by July 15th.
If you have any questions feel free to call the Chamber office
480-488-3381
Specials
Rubbish Works -Summer Carefree Cave Creek Chamber Member Special - PHX30. $30.00 off any Size load - $50.00 off Full Load includes labor & hauling & cleanup. Visit www.rubbishworks.com/phoenix or call 480-545-1220.
Cave Creek/Carefree Curves - Now offers CURVES: COMPLETE. It is the whole solution that makes burning fat easy as 1, 2, 3. Exercise - Meal Planning -Coaching for the small price of $12.95 per week. Call Barb and schedule your free, no obligation appointment today! 480-437-1088.
Priceless Plumbing, Heating & Air - The heat is here!! Get an A/C Advanced Tune Up for $159.. Call to day and make your appointment 480-595-5330.
Mumbo Jumbo Boutique - New summer clothing in. Come early for the best selection! Also, for the month of July, all our sandals are 50% off!
As always, we have a great sale rack to check out! 36889 N. Tom Darlington Dr. Carefree, AZ or call 480-575-5858
Merle Norman - The GRAND OPENING SALE started June 14th and runs through June 29th. There is a chance to register for a $25.00, $50.00 and $100.00 shopping spree and with the purchase of 2 or more Merle Norman products, and a free gift with purchase. Studio hours, are: Tuesday - Friday 10AM - 5PM, Saturday 9AM - 4PM, closed Sunday and Monday. 37417 N Tom Darlington Drive, Carefree.
National Bank of Arizona - Offering solutions for the small businesses like ANYTIME REMOTE DEPOSIT EXPRESS - if you deposit fewer than 25 checks a day or SMALL BUSINESS DIRECT DEPOSIT - if you wish to offer direct deposit of payroll at a low monthly fee or MERCHANT SERVICES - accept credit or debit cards in person, by phone or through your company's website. Call Jennifer McGirr with any questions 480-595-2897.
Waldorf Astoria Spa at the Boulders -Mid-Week Meltaway $99
Enjoy a 50 Minute Signature massage or Signature Facial Monday through Thursday.
Waldorf Astoria Signature Massage - This unique therapy may be tailored exclusively to you to concentrate the therapist's efforts in especially taut regions. (50 min valued at $145)
Waldorf Astoria Signature Facial -Our signature organic facial experience is customized specifically to the needs of your skin. Providing beneficial elements of organic fruits, vegetables and herbs, your facial will include a cleanse, exfoliation, mask and finishing moisturizing products (50 minutes valued at $155).
Yoga Breeze - A reminder to Teachers, Students or those who may find they have extra time this summer. We are offering 60 continuous days of yoga for $150 - only $2.50 a day! Carve some time out just for you. Take refuge from the summer heat. This is a wonderful opportunity to create, deepen or re-commit to a daily practice. 4705 N Carefree Hwy Suite 111, Cave Creek - 480-595-2855
Anne's Boutique- Beautiful Earrings NOW ON SALE $15!! ALL JEWELRY , BELTS, HATS & HANDBAGS 20% OFF THRU JUNE at Anne's Boutique. STOREWIDE SUMMER SALE 20%-50% OFF EVERYTHING!!
Monsoon is Coming
If you have lived in Arizona for longer than one year you are well aware of the "Monsoon Season". With the humidity just right, lightning, rain and not to mention all of the dust, you know that these days can be very dangerous if caught outside or driving in your car.
Thanks to the good guys (Ron Welch) of Karsten's Ace Hardware, we were notified of a very useful App for your smart phone. It is called Dust Storm and it was developed by a group at University of Arizona. This app is very informative. It will inform you of a dust storm that is headed your way, Survival Kit essentials, and very important safety tips if you are caught in a storm. This app will allow you to enter important phone numbers, insurance policy numbers and more - everything you need just in case of an emergency. All of this and it is FREE!
Click here to find out more information from AZfamily.com.
Golf Specials
The Boulders Club Golf rates starting from $55! Valid May 27th to August 31. To book your tee time, please visit http://www.theboulders.com/World-Class-Golf/Book-a-Tee-Time, or call 480-488-9028.
Dove Valley Ranch Golf Club - Summer is upon the desert! But with high temps come the unbeatable golf rates. Check out our tee times specials page for great season rates that just cant be beat. Rates starting at $39.
Rancho Manana Golf Course - Golf is Always Cooler in Cave Creek as our higher elevation and mature shade trees usually provide temperatures at least 5-7 degrees less than most of the valley. And now, our summer special sale rates are here with golf fees* just $29.95 after 11:30 everyday and morning times are $33.95 Mon-Thur and $39.95 Fri-Sun. You can also play after 4:00 for $25.95.
Tatum Ranch Golf Club - You are invited to discover Tatum Ranch Golf Club! Featuring 18-holes of Robert Cupp designed Championship course and boasting exceptional golf course conditions, recently completed renovations to our Grille, recently renovated pool areas, Tatum Ranch Golf Club is one you won't soon forget. Summer rates are as little as $35. Reserve your Tee Time now!
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Contact Information
748 Easy Street
PO Box 734
Carefree AZ 85377
Office Manager
480 488 3381
Fax 480 488 0328
Visitor Center Summer Hours
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Board Members
Evelyn Johnson
Chairwoman
Cave Creek Museum
Shaun Nesbitt
Immediate Past Chairman
A Helping Hand Handyman
Chris Kempster
Chair- Elect
Asset Protection Concepts
Jennifer McGirr
Treasurer
National Bank of Arizona
Patrick Jones
Secretary
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
Sonoran Desert Lifestyles
Rita Brady
Director
Rubbish Works
Paul Campbell
Director
Spirit in the Desert
Jeff Penzone
Director
Images AZ
Linda Skartvedt
Director
Realty ONE Group
Dr. Debbi Burdick
Ex- Officio
Cave Creek Unified School District
Mentoring
Thursdays
Make your appointment today with
Larry Balboni. He is our representative from SCORE here to help in all aspects of your business needs. All mentoring is FREE!
All mentoring sessions are on
Thursdays at the
Foothills Community Foundation from
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Click here to sign up with Larry for your Free Mentoring. (Click the green box on the SCORE website on the right hand column and fill out your information requesting Larry Balboni on Thursdays.
There are many great organizations in our community that rely on the help of volunteers. Here are a few that are looking for that special someone to help them out.
If you like to meet people, make a difference in the community, or enjoy History. The Cave Creek Museum is the perfect match for your volunteer talents. We need volunteers from Docents to Stamp Mill Enthusiasts and everything in between! Help connect Yesterday to the Future by volunteering. Call 480-488-2764 or email evelyn@cavecreekmuseum.com
Treasure Gypsies
6061 E Cave Creek Rd.
We are looking for dependable volunteers to work at our store. We are looking to fill shifts on Tues 10-5, Wed 10-5, Friday 10-2 & Sun 11-4.
100% of the proceeds from Treasure Gypsies go to support the Animal Guardian Network's many life-saving and assisting programs. Treasure Gypsies is a subsidiary of Animal Guardian Network.
Call Carrie at 480-488-7000
Volunteers are needed 365 mornings a year - to clean stalls & water tubs, groom horses, walk horses, feed horses & play with horses.
Tierra Madre Horse Sanctuary is the forever home to 31 horses that were previously abandoned, neglected, injured or abused. The two things they all share, now, are that they're happy & healthy.
Contact Jim Gath at 480.747.1070 for more information.
Looking for something to do this summer? The Foothills Caring Corps has got Special Volunteer Summer Projects! We have several boxes of historical documents that need to be scanned on the printer. We'd like to encourage a couple teams of volunteers
to assist us! Please call Nancy for the Historical Document Scanning Project at 480-488-1105.
Wish List
Fill the shelves for summer!
Pasta Sauce
Juice
Crackers
Peanut Butter
Cereal
Canned soups
Canned Chili
Canned Stews
Canned Tomatoes
Tomato Sauce
Tomato Paste
Canned Tuna
Canned Chicken
Spam
Canned Salmon
Canned Pastas
Cans of Broth
Condiments
Diapers size N, 1 ,5, and 6
The new location is at
6038 E Hidden Valley Drive
Cave Creek.
Wanted
The Chamber is looking for a donation of an iPad (new or used). This will help with the collection of money at our events.
Thank you!
Advertising??
Are you looking for creative ways to advertise your business? Did you know that the Chamber's website can offer you that?
The cost to place an ad on our website is $200 for 6 months. That breaks down to less than $35 per month.
Our website on average gets 6000 visits per month. 78% of the visits are new visitors to the site. On average, 7 pages are viewed by each of these visits. On most of the pages of our website 2 ads display. That is a lot of exposure for your business!!
Visit our website at www.carefreecavecreek.org and see for yourself all of the opportunities for your business to be seen.
For any additional information or to find out how you can advertise on the Chamber's website call the Chamber office and ask for Jen at
480-488-3381 or email Jennifer@carefreecavecreek.org.
Trainings and Seminars
Click below to see what up coming trainings/seminars are available to you from each of the listed companies.
Constant Contact
Have you been thinking of ways to promote your business? Do you send out emails updating your clients, members, patrons of your up and coming events, sales or newly acquired information?
ConstantContact.com is an email marketing website that offers several different ways to help you market your business though email. The chamber uses Constant Contact to let you know of upcoming events or information of the community.
If this is something you have been looking for, Now is the time to try it out! Constant Contact is offering a $30 credit to your account just for signing up through the Chamber. Click the logo below, sign up and save!
Help Wanted
*EXPERIENCED CAREGIVERS, CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS OR NON-MEDICAL CAREGIVERS OR CNA'S IN TRAINING
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS
IN THE Cave Creek/Carefree areas FOR LOVING, CARING INDIVIDUALS WHO LOVE HELPING OTHERS!
Assisting Hands Home Care is an AWARD WINNING non-medical in home agency that helps clients with their Activities of Daily Living one-on-one service in their residence of choice.
Caregiver requirements:
Must be dependable and reliable and have a passion for helping people
Speak fluent and understandable English
Have an impeccable DMV record
Be able to pass an extensive background check
Have solid business related references*
CPR and First Aid certified**
Negative TB test**
*Caregiving for a family member counts as experience!
**ASSISTING HANDS WILL HELP DIRECT YOU ON HOW TO GET CERTIFIED AND TESTED.
CALL: John, Kristen or Terry (480)767-3246
For further details and to schedule and interview NOW!
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PART-TIME RELIEF MANAGER NEEDED FOR NORTHEAST VALLEY
SELF STORAGE FACILITY
- This is a sales & customer service position.
- Applicant must have excellent telephone & communication skills, basic knowledge of
computers, strong attention to details.
- Must have own transportation including valid AZ Driver's License.
- Primary duties include sales, office administration, greeting existing & prospective
customers, handling inquiries over the telephone, internet & in-person.
- Renting vacant storage units, completing lease agreements with all related paperwork.
- Workday's are mainly Sunday & Monday and coverage for vacation of managers.
- Compensation: $$9 - 10.00 hour (d.o.e.)
Tatum Ranch Storage Solutions
29201 N Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
- Please respond via fax #480-585-2101 and attach resume.
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Foothills Community Foundation is seeking a part-time Marketing Coordinator (MC) to support and implement marketing and communication efforts for our programs and fund development activities and raise the profile of the organization.
Job Responsibilities
: The Marketing Coordinator is a hands-on position supporting the development and implementation of FCF's marketing plan for productions and events and marketing communications including print, online and digital media platforms.
Specific responsibilities include
: Box Office Sales and Management; Program Ad Development; Development Committee and Event support; Programs marketing; Materials Layout and Design.
Experience and Skills:
· Two years marketing communications experience preferred
· Excellent communication, organizational and writing skills
· Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, to be flexible and learn new skills quickly
· Excellent computer skills and demonstrated effectiveness with social media, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and PhotoShop
· Graphicdesign/layout experience is preferred
· A self-starter who remains focused while working under deadlines and can still maintain a sense of humor
· Manage and work within budget and timeline goals, with an ability to complete work efficiently and communicate risks as appropriate
· Understand and communicate well with staff, partners, donors and volunteers
· Focus on priority work in the face of many demands onone's time
· Non-profit sector experience is a plus
Applications: Interviews will be the first week of July, and applications will be considered on an ongoing basis as received. This position will remain open until filled, with an ideal start date of mid-July. Please submit a cover letter explaining your qualifications for the position with a current resume, and three references.
Also provide an original writing/layout sample in a marketing context.
Please send your application to:
FCF
34250 N. 60th St. Building B
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
Email submissions are acceptable: lori@azfcf.org
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Rubbish Works is Hiring - Local Junk Hauling and Recycling Services:
We are looking for 1 Part-time Morning Driver/Crew (NPR Isuzu Dump Truck) - must have Clean Driving Record (MVR) and Arizona Driver's License - and be 25 or older. $10.50 - $12.00 to start.
15 - 20+ hours per week to start.
E-mail Resume to Rita Brady Rbrady@rubbishworks.com - no phone calls please.
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