Drama returns to DFT this summer with Arthur Miller's The Crucible
Held in the FCF-Holland Cabaret Theatre so seating is limited.

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.

 

Arthur Miller is one of America’s greatest playwrights. His many plays include All My Sons, Death of a Salesman and A View from the Bridge.

The Crucible is directed by Scott Johnson.  The cast includes:

Tatum Ball

Jamie Bornscheuer

Sonya Caldera

Bradley Cashman

Chloe Copeland Female

Jennica Dombrowski

Sarah Dwight

Brittany Franke Female

Kelly Hajek

Dominic Hamilton

Kyle Kline

Chloe Otstot

Olivia Palmer

Rebecca Palmer

Ashley Shirley

Hanna Watts

Justin Whipple

Gabriela Wodka

 

CLICK HERE for further details on this project.

CLICK HERE For tickets to the public performances (July 17-26)

 

 

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)

       

 

 

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.

 

 

 

Did you know Phoenix New Times Named the Desert Foothills Library 

"Best Library in the Valley" in 2014.  

July Highlights:

NEW! 4th Thursday each month, July 23 and August 27, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Let’s Play Scrabble! (for Adults)
Join us for some fun! We have several Scrabble boards and a Scrabble dictionary…or you are welcome to bring your own (especially if you have a deluxe board!) Feel free to bring refreshments; coffee will be available for purchase. Register: 480-488-2286.

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Saturday, July 25, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

How Baby Boomers Can Financially Prepare for a Happy Retirement

1. •Use the Warren Buffett Rule of 100 to decrease Wall Street losses
   

2. •What is more important: Growing Assets or Maximizing Guaranteed Retirement Income?
   

3. •How do you reach the Efficient Frontier, where you have the optimal mix of Return vs. Risk?
   

4. •Why Longevity, Inflation, and Super-Low Interest Rates are Killing Boomer's Retirement Plans
   

5. •Why Sequence of Return Risk Can Derail Your Retirement Plans
   

6. •How Baby Boomers are very Different than their Parents
   

Presented by Dr. Harold Wong, PhD Economics, who writes the AZ Republic money column. Register: 480-488-2286. The Library does not endorse the products or services of organizations that host events in our facilities.

 

Coming in August:

Saturday, August 8, 4 – 5:30 p.m.

Desert Foothills Gallery: Hot Summer Show Reception

All are welcome! Complimentary refreshments will be served. RSVP: 480-488-2286.

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Wednesday, August 12, 1 – 2 p.m.

Pioneer Life in the Cave Creek Area

Presented by Evelyn Johnson, Executive Director, Cave Creek Museum. Register: 480-488-2286.

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Tuesday, August 18, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Writing the Contemporary Novel: a Workshop         

Betty Webb, acclaimed author of 13 mystery and suspense novels, will focus on gaining writing skills, and structural plot strength. Learn the red flags guaranteed to get your manuscript rejected, the art of self-editing, and tricks to avoid writer’s block. This hands-on writing workshop delves into story structure, tone, theme, arc of action, setting, character development, self-editing, and research. Beginning novelists are faced with the following dilemmas: "Should I outline or not?" Which is more important – character or plot?" "Why did my last rejection slip say my ‘arc of action’ was weak?" Why did the agent tell me my book was unmarketable?" "What does it mean when an agents asks, ‘What is your platform?’" Step by step, Betty’s workshop shows you how to get started, how to structure your story, what traps to avoid, and how to stay in the creative zone until your novel is ready to submit to an agent or publisher. Handouts include a copy of the query letter that gained Betty her own agent, and the actual synopsis of one of her published books. Register: 480-488-2286.

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Saturday, August 29, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Journey to Healing: Women’s Health

Issues to be addressed include: hormonal Imbalance, infertility, acne, premenstrual syndrome, menopause symptoms, endometriosis and more. Learn about the history, scientific principals and efficacy of homeopathy, it and how it addresses the four dimensions of health: Spirit, Emotion, Body and Mind. There will be time for collective and individual Q&A. Presenter Ben Ta’ati, CCH, RSHom, Board Certified in Classical Homeopathy, has practiced homeopathic medicine for 20 years, teaching extensively and having served as Department Chair and Director at the American Medical College of Homeopathy. Register: 480-488-2286.

 

Desert Foothills Library

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

 

KIDS

 

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

   

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

www.dfla.org 

 

 

 

Resale Boutique Specials

of the Week!

Forecast for Bright & Sunny...

50% off  anything with YELLOW in ALL Departments. *

Thanks to a generous community, we get new merchandise daily.

*Excluding fine jewelry and locked glass cabinet. 

 

Congrats to June Winner Helen H

JULY RAFFLE ITEM...

Tickets for this beautiful  Gold & Amethyst Baguette Ring (can be sized) or a $50 Gift Certificate. 

 Tickets may  be purchased at the check out counter.

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 haven 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

Celebrate July With Lucky 7

ALL CATS OVER 6 MONTHS....

ONLY $7 ADOPTION. 
 

 

7 Great Reasons To Adopt A Cat.

1. Independence. Cats are naturally independent and don't mind not having a constant companion.

2. Cuddling. Cats can be cuddle fanatics.

3. Self-Grooming. A pet that cleans itself, what a bonus

4. Housebreaking. All you need is set up a litterbox.

5. Self-Entertaining. Cats can entertain themselves whenever thy get bored.

6. Couch Potato Companion. Cats spend on average about 15 hours a day sleeping.

7. Saving A Life & Saving Your Life. In addition to the happy feeling knowing you have saved a life, there are also health benefits by lowering blood pressure, depression and anxiety.

 

 

DONATE NOW

Visit our adoptable cats.

 PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND MAKE THEM LUCKY!

STAY CONNECTED:

 

 

 

 

World-Renowned Artist Comes to Carefree 

Enchanted Pumpkin Garden 

October 16-31

 

Halloween spirit invades Carefree in the form of whimsical pumpkin carvings from master carver Ray Villafane. The Enchanted Pumpkin Garden is open to the public from October 16-31, 8 a.m.- 9 p.m.

 

Woven throughout the Carefree Desert Gardens, there will be over 30 playful characters, artfully imagined and frolicking in a magical village, as well as twelve preserved pumpkins in pickling tanks. The preserved designs will be on display in Saguaros, carved by Villafane, and lit by LED lighting.

 

Based in Arizona, Ray Villafane is a world-renowned American sculptor who has travelled throughout the globe fashioning exceptional figures and scenes out of pumpkins, sand and snow.

 

Villafane has been called, "The Michelangelo of pumpkin carving," by Martha Stewart, carving for the President at the White House and on numerous national TV programs. From Good Morning America to the Food Network's Pumpkin Challenges, which he won in 2008, 2009, and 2010. For more information visit carefree.org.

 

 

 

 

 

DFT is pleased to announce

two very special events as part of our

2015-2016 Season!

 

Sirius/XM radio's Broadway host Seth Rudetsky is bringing his hilarious and award winning one-man show to Scottsdale! "Seth's Big Fat Broadway Show" is described as a combination of AMERICA'S FUNNIEST HOME VIDEOS and THE DAILY SHOW.

 

The 90 minute tour-de-force features his trademark “deconstructions,” in which Rudetsky uses his audio/video collection to break down brilliant performances from beloved Broadway divas  (Patti LuPone, Betty Buckley) as well as showcase mind-boggling videos like The Osmonds singing a medley from "Fiddler On The Roof" or Cher performing all of "West Side Story". Seriously.

 

ONE NIGHT ONLY!

Sunday, October 25, 7:30PM

Tickets: $45/$60

Tickets on sale now to renewing subscribers.
Tickets for sale to new subscribers starting July 15 and

to non-subscribers July 30.

 

Seth Rudetsky is bringing his popular Master Classes to Scottsdale. 

Direct coaching slots are limited to 12 people.  The class may also be audited.

 

In this class he will address:

1. •Getting the right cut of the song you’re auditioning with…stop singing the wrong 16 bars!
   

2. •Stop hating the song you’re auditioning with. So many people have a signature song that they no longer enjoy singing. I help people learn to love their song.
   

3. •
   

4. •
   

He also answers the following questions:

1. •How do I end this song? What do I think about when I’m singing?
   

2. •Where the h*ll do I look when I audition?
   

3. •What should I do with my body/hands?
   

4. •Can I sing this particular song at an audition for (fill in the blank)?
   

 

Every person signed up for the direct coaching slots gets individual attention!!!!

 

Come learn to love auditioning!!!!

 

Seth Rudetsky Master Class

Sunday, October 25, 12:30-3:00PM

Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center Black Box Theater

Pricing:

Coaching (for ages 16+. Limited to 12): $95.00

Audit: $30.00

AUDIT CLASS

REGISTER FOR COACHING

 

 

 

13 Not An Unlucky Number

Who says 13 is unlucky?  Not the Foothills Animal Rescue Resale Boutique.  Having just completed our second quarter with at 13% increase we are all feeling pretty lucky.  Under the creative leadership of   co-managers Dixie & Lisa the boutique has become a destination shopping experience. The volunteers (our lifeblood), are processing the inventory from a very generous community, ensuring new treasurer’s daily.  It solidifies just how important our pets are to us in this community.

All proceeds from the Resale Boutique benefit our life saving efforts.  To date we have found new loving homes for 275 dogs and cats that were rescued from overcrowded Maricopa County Animal Care & Control through our New Hope partnership.  Sadly, there's no summer vacation from suffering for orphaned, abused and neglected animals in our area. So we can't take a break.

The statement “it takes a village” rings true with the commitment and dedication of our 38 volunteers that process, clean, merchandise and promote our Resale Boutique.  If you have not had a chance to visit, we invite you to explore the many unique and wonderful items (pet goods, men’s and women’s clothing, furniture, artwork, jewelry, housewares, bedding and the list goes on) that we have to offer. 

We are open Monday-Saturday 10 to 5 with extended hours till 7 on Thursdays, at 2303 0N Pima Rd. Scottsdale AZ  85255, www.foothillsanimal.org

The two little words “thank You” don’t cover the gratitude and appreciation we extend to our staff, volunteers and community for being as generous as possible with your gifts, whether it be time, gently used items or donations that saves lives.

Respectfully,

Victoria Cowper, CAWA

Executive Director

Foothills Animal Rescue

www.foothillsanimal.org

 

 

 

 

2013 Cave Creek Museum Special Programs

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Open October 1 thru May 31

Wed. & Thurs. 1:00 to 4:30 pm

Fri. 10:00am to 4:30pm

Sat. 1:00 to 4:30pm

Sun. 1:00 to 4:30pm

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June 2015

 

Good Afternoon Friends of the Museum!

I’m hoping your summer is progressing well! And to think, it’s already the 4th of July! As many of you know, although the Museum is closed, it does not mean our doors aren’t open to volunteers and members alike. We are all working furiously on preparing the Museum for our next season!

We are breaking down our previous exhibits, some to be replaced with brand new exhibits, and others just getting a good cleaning and touch ups! It’s always an exciting time of year for us! Plus, it’s a good place to cool off! If any of you would like to join us in preparing for next season, please give us a call!

We also have a lot of new events for the upcoming season, so please be sure to check our website regularly to stay on top of new happenings. We will be teaming up with local businesses and artists to offers classes and seminars for our community. Some events will have limited space, so be sure to reserve your spot as soon as possible!

Please note, the Museum is staffed Monday thru Thursday from 9:00am to 1:00pm

www.cavecreekmuseum.com

Also, if you have not updated your Volunteer Application in over a year, please do so here –

http://cavecreekmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/VOLUNTEER_APPLICATION.pdf

and return to the Museum either via mail or drop off at your convenience!

 

Thank you again for your continued support of the Cave Creek Museum! And please remember that on every purchase made through Amazon Smile https://smile.amazon.com/, Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your purchase to the Museum.

Happy 4th!

Evelyn Johnson

Executive Director

 

 

 

 

 

Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center seeks van drivers

The Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is in need of volunteer drivers to pick-up and drop off food and related items for the food bank. Because requests for food assistance have intensified, van drivers are needed to help ensure the families that are served by Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center receive the food and personal items they so desperately need.

According to executive director Pam DiPietro, Foothills Food Bank seeks individuals with an SUV or small truck who can work one to two days a week for two hours to pick up and transport donated food. Food pick-ups, which range in size/weight, typically are conducted during early morning hours between 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

“The need is critical as we cannot feed those in need without volunteers,” says DiPietro.

Interested and available volunteers can contact John Murphy at 480.600.6978 or by email at jcmamurphy@yahoo.com, can answer questions regarding specific duties.

CONTACT:                John Murphy           480.600.6978

 

 

 

 

 

***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

Please click the Link below to view

the FCC July Newsletter.  

 

1. •Volunteers help make a difference at FCC
   

2. •Join us for our Summertime Ice Cream Social
   

3. •Save the date for our 5th Annual Golf Tournament
   

4. •FCC Updates 
   

http://www.foothillscaringcorps.com/user-files/files/July%202015%20NL(1).pdf
 

 

 

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! 

www.dflt.org

480-488-6131

info@dflt.org

 

 

 

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. 

Donate Now

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. 

Volunteer Now

 

 

2015

Save Them All

Donate a FIDO Bag

Today!

Donate a FIDO Bag

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

Find Event Info Here!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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!

General Fund Donations

Triple R Horse Rescue’s Hope for Horses Gala to benefit horses, burros in need

Every year, hundreds of horses and burros from around the country find themselves in need of forever homes. That is why Triple R Horse Rescue, a 501(c) 3 organization that rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes horses surrendered to its care, will host the third annual Hope for Horses Gala on Saturday, October 3, 2015 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Carefree Resort and Conference Center in Carefree, Ariz. The fund-raiser helps focus the community on the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of the horses in its care.

According to Ken Bacher, president of Triple R Horse Rescue, the 2015 event will feature Mary Hoffman, a popular Mesa, Ariz.-based singer songwriter, as entertainment for the event. Hoffman, winner of the Arizona State University (ASU) Idol competition in 2004 is a country music aficionado. In addition, Robert J. Leary, the volunteer head coach and founder for ASU’s western equestrian team, will serve as master of ceremonies and auctioneer for the event.

This year’s event also will feature dinner, silent and live auction items, live western entertainment and surprise announcements. Several sponsorship opportunities are available to support the event. Information is available on the website at www.triplerhorserescueaz.com by clicking on the Hope for Horses logo which leads to the sponsorship icon. For more information, contact Ken Schafer at 610.637.2241.

Interested donors can submit auction items for the event to Terilynn Meeker at 602.999.0794 or email terilynn@triplerhorserescueaz.com. For information about the fund-raiser, call Courtney Olson at 480.532.1991. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased at www.triplerhorserescueaz.com or via email to Sallie@triplerhorserescueaz.com.

About Triple R Horse Rescue

Triple R Horse Rescue is. 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.,

For more information about Triple R Horse Rescue and the Hope for Horses Gala visit http://www.triplerhorserescueaz.com. Carefree Resort and Conference Center in Carefree, Ariz., is located at 37220 Mule Train Road.

 

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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scullylearningcenter.org

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.

 

 

 

 

                                               

 

   

 

 

Located at 6140 Skyline Drive, the Cave Creek 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.

 

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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