CAREFREE TRUTH
Letters from Readers: 7/25/13
(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_7-22-13.html
(Lyn's note: Speaking of photos, keep the Carefree Desert Gardens Photo Contest in mind, and go take some pictures to enter in January. We saw buds again on the Argentine Giant cacti. The flowers they produce are spectacular! Get out those cameras and do it!!!!! The 2014 calendars will be available sometime in August. We are waiting for a date on the November 2014 Thunderbird Art show, since the Town events are included on the calendars. The 2014 calendar features the winning photos from the 2013 Gardens Photo Contest, and will be available to purchase at Carefree Town Hall when completed. I'll keep you posted.)
Thank you so much, Lyn.
Mike Wold
(Lyn's note: Mike is running the Carefree "Healing Memories" program for veterans at the Spirit in the Desert Retreat in October.)
Hi Lyn,
Excellent idea. Unused rental space is always a problem for communities. The image is usually negative to the residents and those visitors who shop in town. Commercial mixed use with "over the store residential" brings revenue, creates a positive image to residents and visitors of a successful community. Commercial mixed use with over the store residential, creates a constant flow of people into Carefree's Town Core. Best of all, this offers greater opportunities for people who enjoy the convenience and fun of living and shopping in downtown Carefree.
Herb Natker
Lyn's note: This is especially true in a pedestrian friendly layout like Carefree. Originally, there was residential use over commercial spaces in downtown Carefree.)
Thanks, Lyn - good overview but I had to laugh when I read, Vice Mayor Les 'Price' ... Knowing Les, he is probably smiling too. :)
Melissa Price
(Lyn's note: Oops. My apologies, Les! Brain On Autopilot Syndrome. It's been corrected to "Peterson" on our website. Thanks for the catch, Melissa.)
Lyn,
Thank you so much. I always reading your recaps of meetings.
Les Peterson
I just have to comment on the recent Arizona Republic article regarding the Carefree business climate. The article quoted Rod
DeSzendeffy. He is the malcontent who whines that Carefree was so much better years ago. He is the gadfly who spent over $20,000 in the attempted recall of the Mayor. The article explains that there are 40 vacant business spaces in Carefree. Rod de Szendeffy claims he has 4 empty spaces in one building and 16 in another. DeSzendeffy is responsible for 50% of the problem. Perhaps DeSzendeffy is 50% of the problem. Maybe he should recall himself.
Ann
Hi Vincent,
The Cave Creek days of operation have been changed back to Wednesday thru Saturday, from 7am to 430pm. We have had some recent cutbacks in our department and we have had to scale back some of our days of operation. I hope this information was helpful, please feel free to contact me if you have other questions.
Thank you,
Valinda Marquez,
Maricopa County Waste Resources & Recycling
2919 W. Durango, Phoenix, AZ 85009, Cell 602-525-6487, E-mail ValindaMarquez@mail.maricopa.gov
(Lyn's note: Vinnie Fratarcangeli inquired about the recycling hours at the Landfill just a bit west of the Carefree Hwy./Cave Creek Rd. intersection on the south side of Carefree Hwy. He thought others would be interested in the answer he got.)
Hi Lyn, Jan Misseri here. Just would like to put a little something in the great "Carefree Truth". I am searching for a position as an administrative assistant/customer service provider as well as a pet sitter.
Will match prices you are paying now. I've worked in all of these areas for the past sixteen years and can provide references. I live in Carefree so I am readily available to all in the area. Please feel free to contact me either by email - casbin@aol.com or by phone - 480-488-5182.
Third Annual "Pins For Paws" benefiting Foothills Animal RescueSaturday, July 27, 2013
5:30 p.m. Check-In
Bowling (2 Games) 6 – 8 p.m.
Brunswick Via Linda Lanes
9027 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale 85258
Lace up your shoes and roll on for a good cause – Foothills Animal Rescue depends on public support for the funds needed to treat their shelter dogs and cats. All proceeds from this event go directly to Foothills.
Bowling is Free – they ask each bowler to raise $100 – it's easy and they can help – just contact their office and they’ll show you how....
They will be collecting much needed items for the shelter as well. Paper towels, bleach, sponges, dish soap, detergent, towels and blankets are always needed and greatly appreciated!!!
For more information or to register, call 480-488-9890 or email Support@Foothillsanimal.Org.
The Gold Mine Thrift Shop
Good Shepard of the Hills Episcopal Church
6502 Cave Creek Road -- 480-488-3721
Shopping and Donation Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This week, July 24, 25 & 26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
End of Season Sale!
Clothing Bag Sale: $5 per bag (we provide and pack the bags)
All Shoes and purses: $1
All Framed Art: $2
Everything Else: 50% OFF
Please bring your own box or tote for non-clothing items as we cannot guarantee we will have enough to go around
We will be closed Saturday, July 27 through Tuesday, September 3.
See you Wednesday, September 4! Have a great summer and thank you for supporting your community!
Adult Programs
August 2013
Free Events
*Except where noted
Come West...
Free Land!!!
Tuesday, August 27 ● 10-11am
Learn about the true grit that Homesteaders had in order 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.
Love Your Home, Love Your Life!
Thursday, August 15 ● 10-11am
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 by creating 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 & owner of Elements & Energy. Limited seating. Register: 480-488-2286.
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•Zinio Digital Newsstand
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•The world's largest newsstand is now available to
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•Desert Foothills patrons. Enjoy 90 popular magazines online.
Visit our website to access Zinio.
Desert Foothills Library
Independent Film Festival
Free Popcorn and soft drinks!
Fridays, July 26 - August 30 ● 10:30am-Noon
A selection of award-winners from independent film festivals around the world. Check our website www.dfla.org, or stop by the library, for a flyer with film descriptions. We're kicking off the festival on July 26 with "Official Rejection", a documentary about the politics, triumphs and comic tragedies filmmakers encounter along the independent festival circuit. The Line-up:
July 26 Official Rejection (NR) *
August 2 Shuffle (Rated PG-13) *
August 9 It's a Disaster (Rated R)
August 16 Starlet (NR)
August 23 How Do You Write a Joe Schermann Song (NR) *
August 30 Any Day Now (Rated R)
*Presented in partnership with Phoenix Film Festival
Memoir Writing Group
NO MEETING August & September
Will restart in October. Check our calendar for day/time.
"A Thriller of a Tea!"
with Deborah J. Ledford
Tuesday, August 6 ● 2:30-4pm
Now that summer is on its way, enjoy iced tea and cake in a beautiful social setting, at our informal talk and book signing - free! A portion of book sales will benefit the Library. Join award-winning Native American author Deborah J. Ledford as she discusses CRESCENDO, the latest in her Steven Hawk/Inola Walela thriller series set in the Great Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina and New Mexico's Taos Pueblo Indian Reservation. Her novel SNARE was the Hillerman Sky Award Finalist and the Mystery/Suspense NM-AZ Book Awards Finalist and she is a 3-time Pushcart Prize Nominee. Limited seating. Register: 480-488-2286.
Laughter Club
Thursday, August 8 ● 1-1:45pm
No need to twist yourself into a pretzel! In laughter yoga (no poses, only yoga breathing), we set aside the critical mind and do playful laughter exercises that release our natural inner joy. Soon, the laughter becomes infectious and we experience many physical and psychological benefits. Certified Laughter Yoga Leader Dereth DeHaan demonstrates how laughter exercises, yoga breathing and relaxation combine to help you feel refreshed and revitalized. Limited to 30. Register: 480-488-2286.
Medical Qi Gong Series
Monday, August 12 ● 1-2pm
(2nd Monday each month)
Instructor LauRha Frankfort shares how to boost your energy and find relief from many medical conditions. She will demonstrate some simple, beneficial movements and techniques. For all ages and conditions (can be adapted for seated exercise). Both lecture and participation. Limited seating. Register: 480-488-2286.
Cost: $5 cash, pay to instructor at each class.
Yoga for Aging
with Vitality & Balance
Mondays, August 19 & 26 ● 9:30-10:30am
This gentle yoga class is geared towards seniors with chronic pain and stiffness, or those who are looking for another healing method to add to their toolkit. You will learn how to use yoga principles and postures to alleviate pain and feel more vibrant in your body. Please bring a yoga mat. Class size limited to 15. Register for each individual class: 480-488-2286.
Cost: Pay $5 cash to instructor Amy Kraft at start of each class.
Cards and Board Games Social (Adults 18+)
Tuesday, August 20 ● 1-3pm
(3rd Tuesday each month)
Bring your friends, or come and make new friends! Join us for some fun, and play a variety of board games and cards - we have lots to choose from here, including cards, Scrabble, chess, checkers, backgammon, Trivial Pursuit,Cribbage, Yahtzee and more - or bring a game to share! Feel free to bring your own refreshments; coffee will be available for purchase. No registration needed - walk-ins welcome!
Qigong/Tai Chi Easy
Introductory Class
Thursday, August 22 ● 10-11am
Bina Bou, DFL's resident Friday morning instructor, presents a FREE introductory lecture and demonstration. Come and discover a discipline that can be practiced and benefits gained at any age - you are never too old! A blending of Qigong and Tai Chi, with deep breathing and repeated gentle motions and stretches to improve health (including stress, depression and chronic pain), balance, mental focus, agility and flexibility. A "Chair" class is being added, for anyone who wants to take it extra slow and easy. Weekly Friday morning classes, including the new chair class, will take up again after a summer break, beginning Friday, September 13 - but at new times, so please check DFL's online calendar. Wear loose clothing and sneakers. Register: 480-488-2286.
Monday Movies at the Library
Every Monday ● 3-5pm
New Releases, with a Foreign Film once each month!
August 5 Cloudburst. Not Rated.
August 12 Not Today. Rated PG-13.
August 19 The Angels Share. Not Rated.
August 26 This is Martin Bonner. Rated R.
Spanish
Intermediate Spanish Class
Every Wednesday ● 9:30-10:30am
No registration required for August. Note: schedule and registration will change beginning in September. Check our September schedule for details.
Intermediate Conversational Spanish
Every Wednesday ● 10:30-Noon
Informal chat session with various books, flashcards, etc.
No instructor. Contact Barbara Koca, 480-488-5332.
Book Buddy
Home Delivery Service
Do you or does someone you know have difficulty getting to the Library? We have book deliveries to and from your home by screened volunteers. Books-Large Print-Audiobooks-Magazines - CDs. Free for all ages. Easy as 1..2..3.
Email: BookBuddy@dfla.org ...or ... Call 480-488-2286 and leave a message for Book Buddy Coordinator.
Coming in September
Drum Circle on the Terrace
Monday, September 23 ● 4:30-5:30pm
(4th Monday each month)
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 bring a portable chair if you can -- we have a limited number of chairs available. No registration needed.
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Ageless Wisdom
Thursdays, September 26, October 3 & 10 ● 5-6:30pm
(individual topics below)
Attend one or all! 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.
Library Hours
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Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday Noon - 4pm
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Friday, August 2nd
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Fiction Book Club
Tuesday, August 13
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10:am-Noon
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Discussion of:
The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman.
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Computer Station w/ 2hr sessions
FREE flash drive - save your resumes, etc.
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Special online jobseeker resources
Ask at the front desk.
Foodbank
Drop-off
The library is now
partnering to feed the hungry in our community.
A drop-off collection container is located by the pillar, left of the front desk.
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Carefree Cave Creek
Chamber of Commerce
Upcoming Schedule of Events
Events for the Week of
July 22 - July 28
Did YOU Know
If this looks familiar then you have been through the process of creating a Mission and possibly a Vision Statement for your business.
Did YOU Know that your 2012 - 2013 Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors have adopted a Mission and a Vision statement, along with 4 Key Strategies? Do YOU know what they are?
Mission Statement: Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce is committed to the growth of its members.
Vision Statement: Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce is the premier resource for the vitality and growth of the members.
4 Key Strategies
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1.Strengthen member businesses through education, networking & advocacy.
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2.Develop & strengthen committees.
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3.Be recognized as the primary resource to get information for our community.
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4.Strengthen Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce by retaining & maintaining existing members and seek out new members.
Our strategic planning sessions were a huge processes but worth all of the blood, sweat and tears that were shed. By attending the Business Breakfast on Thursday you will meet some of the Board Members that were involved in this process, and learn more about the Vital Few and what plans are in-store that fit with our 4 Key Strategies.
Just for fun, here are a few Mission Statements that HOPEFULLY were left on the cutting room floor!!
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•To work hard enough to create an illusion of respectability so that at night we can make as big of fools as we want to without recrimination.
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•As Abe Lincoln once said, "You can fool some of the people all of the time and all of the people some of the time, but not all the people all the time." We are out to prove him wrong.
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•To get enough dorks to buy our stupid products that we can afford to dress as cool as we know we are.
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•To have enough employees that we at the top levels never have to do any real work.
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•We must work, so we might as well be doing this.
Hope to see you Thursday!!
Business Breakfast
Thursday 25
$6 for Members
$10 for Non-Members
New Time - New Menu
Restaurant Specials This Week
July 22 - July 28
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 - Bryan has introduced his Blackboard Pig. See what adventure you can try just by stopping by!! Our Peel and Eat Shrimp basket is back! 1lb of Chilled Shrimp served with BBQ cocktail sauce and our Sweet Watermelon Wedges. This summer dish is filling AND refreshing!
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 Sonoran Ranch House - Join us July 31 for Arizona History Dinners Speaker: Ken Duncan (full blood San Carlos Apache) who is a profound Storyteller, Lecturer, Flute Player & fluent in the Apache language. Live music, prix fixe dinner - $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!Also new on Wednesday - Free Foosball Tournament 7 p.m.; Thursday is FREE Texas Hold'em; Saturday - Juke Joint is in the Cellar; Sunday is NASCAR!
Cellar 13 - Introducing the newest addition to our Specialty Dishes...
Prosciutto Rolls! Enjoy fresh artichoke hearts and melted fontina, all wrapped up in our savory prosciutto. Also, we're bringing back the White Truffle Flatbread this week!
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! Live music Thursday and Friday night! Free Dance lessons on Friday at 7:30 p.m.
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.
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 - July 25th, 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 - Start your day off with a Red Truck Bagel Sandwich which comes with your Choice of Bagel with Scrambled Egg, Cheddar Cheese and
Choice of Applewood Bacon, Chorizo, Chicken Apple Sausage, or Avocado. Served with Fresh Fruit.
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. Don't forget buffet breakfast $9.95 on Saturday.
Vino 100 - Wednesday 24 - Wine Class. We cover everything from the history of wine to the basics of sipping and swirling.Of course we will be learning about many of the key varietals as well. $40 per person. Call 480-502-8466 to secure your seat.
Things To Do
July 22 - July 28
Business Breakfast - Thursday July 25 - See Attached Flyer.
Beach Umbrella with Vino and Canvas - Thursday July 25 - Featured artist Travis Troy. This event will be at Venues Cafe in Carefree, AZ from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Join Vino & Canvas for a creative night out and get your artistic buzz on! Arrive by 6:45pm to find the perfect seat. All supplies included. Come earlier or stay later and enjoy all that the venue has to offer! Food and beverage is always available for purchase. $39 per person. Register online.
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Carefree Farmers' Market - Friday July 26- 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 Carefree Desert Gardens instead of under the Sundial.
7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Cruise-In at Venues Cafe - Saturday July 27 - 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.
7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Sunset over Spur Cross - Saturday July 27 - Come with us on a casual stroll along the Metate Trail as the sun sets over the hills of the conservation area. The twilight is a prime time to watch for wildlife and take pictures so bring some binoculars and a camera.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Happy Coffee Pot with Vino and Canvas - Saturday July 27 - Featured artist Nancy Troupe. This event will be at Vino 100 in Cave Creek, AZ from 2:00pm - 4:00pm. Join Vino & Canvas for a creative night out and get your artistic buzz on! Arrive by 1:45pm to find the perfect seat. All supplies included. Come earlier or stay later and enjoy all that the venue has to offer! Food and beverage is always available for purchase. $39 per person. Register online.
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
For more information regarding these or any other events of the area visit www.carefreecavecreek.org
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.
The Desert Foothills Library and Chapter2Books are always seeking volunteers. Opportunities are available to work assisting patrons in the Library and the book store. If you like to help people and provide the highest levels of customer service this could be a good fit for you. If you have computer skills then you might be a able to help with regard to selling books online. In the first instance you can call Terri Engebretson on 480-488-2286 or download and complete an application on the Library's website www.dfla.org.
Specials
The Gold Mine - END OF THE YEAR CLEARANCE will be held July 24, 25 and 26. EVERYTHING must go! $5 bag sales on clothing, $1 shoes, 50% off all household items and all framed art $2. Join us on Friday, July 26 for additional savings!
The Gold Mine will be closed for the summer, July 27 through September 3 and will reopen with regular business hours, Wednesday, September 4. (Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for shopping and donations)
Rubbish Works -Happy 3rd Anniversary Special - $30.00 off any Size load - Visit www.rubbishworks.com/phoenix or call 480-545-1220 and mention promo code 3YEARPHX when scheduling.
Cave Creek/Carefree Curves -July 1-31, 2013 - Curves of Cave Creek / Carefree will be having a food drive for the Foothills Food Bank and is offering free memberships to new members for July and August so come in for a Free Fitness Assessment and get started. Call today 480-437-1088.
StudioC a beauty lounge - Get out of the heat and spend part of your day at StudioC. Complimentary Blowout with any Signature Facial or Wax Service Package. Facial Packages = 3 - 60 min Facials for $199. Wax Packages = 6 Brow Wax for $90, 6 Bikini Wax for $150. Offers valid thru July 31. Call 480-664-06-02 or stop by 37555 Hum Road Suite 104/105, Carefree.
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
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).
Anne's Boutique- Beautiful Earrings NOW ON SALE $15!! ALL JEWELRY , BELTS, HATS & HANDBAGS 20% OFF THRU JULY at Anne's Boutique. STORE-WIDE SUMMER SALE 20%-50% OFF EVERYTHING!!
Sonoran Beauty Supply - For the month of July, 10% of all Tame and Sonoran Beauty hair care products sold will be donated to The 100 Club of Arizona in honor of the Granite Mountain Hotshot Crew. Take advantage of this opportunity and stock up on your products in July!
Johnson Bank - With a Johnson Bank Home Equity Line of Credit, your home works for you. Make home improvements, buya new caror consolidate debt. A Johnson Bank Home Equity Line of Credit loans include:
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•No closing costs¹
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•Rate protection
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•Flexible and convenient access
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•Interest may be tax deductible²
To learn more talk to Miles Miley, NMLS ID 742565 at 480.595.4973 or mmiley@johnsonbank.com.
All home lending products are subject to credit and property approval. This offer is subject to change or withdrawal without notice. A Johnson Bank Home Equity Line of Credit is not available in all states.
1 Home Equity Lines of credit greater than $250,000 require the following closing costs to be paid for by the borrower: property appraisal and title insurance. Property insurance is required; if the collateral is determined to be in an area having special flood hazards, flood insurance will be required as well. A $50 annual fee, which is waived the first year, will be charged to the borrower for the life of the loan. Other conditions and restrictions may apply.
2 Consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of interest.
Celebrate 50 Years
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.
** New Board Members **
Chris Kempster
Chairman
Asset Protection Concepts
Evelyn Johnson
Immediate Past Chairwoman
Cave Creek Museum
Jennifer McGirr
Incoming - Chairwoman
National Bank of Arizona
Patrick Jones
Treasurer
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
Sonoran Desert Lifestyles
Rita Brady
Secretary
Rubbish Works
Jeff Penzone
Director
Images AZ
Linda Skartvedt
Director
Realty ONE Group
Ron Welch
Director
Karsten's Ace Hardware
Brian Jones
Director
Common Sense Financial
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.
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
There are many locations around town that are accepting non-perishable donations. Summer time is a very important time to fill the shelves at the Food Bank. Keep your eyes peeled for these locations and consider donating one or more of the needed items.
Cave Creek Carefree Curves
6501 E Cave Creek Road #5
Cave Creek
Horny Toad
6738 E Cave Creek Road
Cave Creek
Harold's Corral
6895 E Cave Creek Road
Cave Creek
Smokehouse and Pour House Patio
6245 E Cave Creek Road
Cave Creek
Desert Foothills Library
38443 School House Road
Cave Creek
Wild West Pawn
6032 E Cave Creek Road
Cave Creek
The Foothills Food Bank is now located at:
6038 E Hidden Valley Drive
Cave Creek.
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.
NEW UPDATED STATS:
For July 3 and July 4 ONLY-
Our website received over 118,000 hits!!! We are averaging over 6000 unique visits to the website. What does that mean? That means over 6000 new sets of eyes looking at the site each month.
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!
Monsoon is here
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.
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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Curves has an immediate opening for a part time Circuit Coach. Must be motivated, energetic, and passionate about women's health & fitness. Computer experience required. 12-15 hours per week, M-Saturday, mornings & evenings with flexibility. Apply in person or send resume to cavecreekcurves@gmail.com or call at 480-437-1088
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The Gold Mine Thrift Shop is hiring a register person to work Wednesday through Saturday,
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Must be a people person with a great personality.
Bring your resume by the Gold Mine or the Church office at 6502 E Cave Creek Rd., or mail to PO Box 110, CC, 85327.
Person will train the last week of August (we are closed the month of August) and start the first Wednesday of Sept.
Do you have a position that needs to be filled? Send an email and we will include it on a future E-blast.
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