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Letters from Readers & Events: 8/19/15

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Be a Hero, Give Blood and Drive Away a Hero!
Blood Drive – Carefree Fire Station No. 1
Saturday, August 29
8:00am – 12:00 noon

Donate blood with United Blood Services in August and you will automatically be entered to win a 2015 VW Golf, donated by your Valley Volkswagen Dealers.
 
Currently making appointments.  Call Cynthia Driskell at 480-488-9095 or visit www.Bloodhero.com (Sponsor Code: carefree)

Walk-ins welcome.

 

 




Resale Boutique Specials

of the Week!


 

50% off  anything with BLACK in ALL Departments. *




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


*Excluding fine jewelry and locked glass cabinet. 

 





Congrats to July Winner Cheryl


AUGUST RAFFLE ITEM...

Tickets for this stunning bracelet  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


  
  
  



 

Did you know Phoenix New Times Named the Desert Foothills Library 

"Best Library in the Valley" in 2014.  


Coming in August:

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.

September Highlights:

SPECIAL EVENT! SAVE THE DATE AND REGISTER NOW!

Tuesday, September 22, 6:30 p.m.

An Evening with J.A. Jance

Join us for a fascinating evening with J.A. Jance, top 10 New York Times bestselling author of more than 50 novels, including the Joanna Brady series; the J. P. Beaumont series; the Ali Reynolds series; the Diana Walker thrillers; and her poems/memoir After the Fire. Brought up in Bisbee, Arizona, Jance lives with her husband in Seattle, Washington, and Tucson. Her latest J.P. Beaumont suspense novel Dance of the Bones, and other select titles, will be available for purchase. Her talk will be followed by refreshments and a book signing, with a free J.A. Jance paperback for every paid guest. Presented in partnership with the Poisoned Pen. Register: 480-488-2286.

Cost:  $10 (includes refreshments and a free paperback)

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Tuesday, September 29, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Assassination of U.S. Senator Huey Long, the Fatal Shooting of Dr. Weiss and the Enigmatic Bullet

Luke Haag was court-appointed to participate in the examination of newly discovered evidence as well as exhumation and examination of the body of Dr. Carl Weiss, purported assassin. This evidence and the autopsy results have a story to tell that has never been seen by the public...a story that will now be shared by Mr. Haag, Criminalist/Forensic Ballistics Expert…To set the stage: Sunday night, September 8, 1935 United States Senator Huey P. Long, Jr., former Louisiana governor, was shot, and his purported assassin, Dr. Weiss, was immediately shot numerous times. Both died. No autopsies were conducted, and cause of death - homicide or an assassination – was left in question. Official police case files and major physical evidence, including a gun and bullets, disappeared shortly after. In 1991, evidence was found in the possession of a relative of the former superintendent of the Louisiana State Bureau of Criminal Investigation and Identification. Register: 480-488-2286.

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Wednesday, September 9, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Saving the Grand Canyon

Theodore Roosevelt said: "In the Grand Canyon, Arizona has a natural wonder which is in kind absolutely unparalleled throughout the rest of the world." Sandy Bahr, director of the Grand Canyon Chapter of the Sierra Club, will discuss a plethora of issues to consider, including the uranium mines around Grand Canyon, the Tusayan and Escalade developments, the operation of Glen Canyon Dam, forest management issues and more. Register: 480-488-2286.

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Friday, September 18, 3 – 5 p.m. (3rd Fridays)

Cinematic Reflections on WWII: Little Known Stories of the War

Hitler’s Children

World War II is one of the best known and widely depicted conflicts in history. This film series, with post-film discussions, will explore little known stories from that war -- stories filled with daring, intrigue, and sometimes such improbability that they have to be seen to be believed. At the heart of each one are the men and women who made World War II modern history's seminal event. Discussion, facilitated by Gary Zaro, faculty WWII expert from Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC), will follow. This month: Hitler’s Children (2011) (59 min.): Documentary about the descendants of the Nazi hierarchy and what it’s like to live with a last name, and legacy, like Goring, Himmler, Goth and others. Check www.dfla.org for a complete series list and recommended reading (available soon). Presented in partnership with PVCC. Register: 480-488-2286.

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NEW! FRIDAY ART NOSH IS NOW LUNCHTIME, WITH OPTIONAL LUNCH FROM LOCAL JONNY’S…AND AN EXPANDED MENU FROM GROTTO CAFÉ ON TUESDAYS!

1st Tuesdays and 3rd Fridays, Noon – 1 p.m.

Art Nosh Lunch

Enjoy a nosh while being educated & entertained by docents and art educators from a variety of Arizona museums. Limited seating. Registration required: 480-488-2286. 

Cost: Event is free. Order an optional boxed lunch provided by Grotto Café (Tuesdays only) and Local Jonny’s (Fridays only) for $10, due when registering no later than the 10 a.m. the day prior to event date. Choose from 4 menu items; ask at front desk or access menu and complete series list (available soon) at www.dfla.org.

September 1: American Modernism from the Vilcek Collection, presented by Sherry Koopot

September 18:  Apache Art and Culture, presented by Heard Museum Guild docent Elinor Rothberg


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

 


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 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 


 


Desert Foothills Land Trust Applying for Renewal of National Accreditation

 

The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet

national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Desert Foothills Land Trust was first accredited in December 2010, and is pleased to announce that we are applying for renewal of our accredited status. A public comment period is now open.

 

The Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance, conducts an extensive review of each applicant’s policies and programs.  Being accredited allows Desert Foothills Land Trust to demonstrate to supporters, elected officials, landowners and the public that we are operating according to the highest standards of legal and ethical practice, and to demonstrate our continued commitment to these high standards for protecting land.

 

The Commission invites public input and accepts signed, written comments on pending

applications. Comments must relate to how Desert Foothills Land Trust complies with national quality standards. These standards address the ethical and technical operation of a land trust. For the full list of standards see http://www.landtrustaccreditation.org/tips-and-tools/indicator-practices.

 

To learn more about the accreditation program and to submit a comment, visit

www.landtrustaccreditation.org, or email your comment to info@landtrustaccreditation.org.

Comments may also be faxed or mailed to the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, Attn:

Public Comments: (fax) 518-587-3183; (mail) 36 Phila Street, Suite 2, Saratoga Springs, NY

12866. Comments on Desert Foothills Land Trust’s application will be most useful by October 31, 2015.

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Sonia Perillo, Executive Director, Desert Foothills Land Trust

(480) 488‐6131; sperillo@dflt.org; www.dflt.org

 


About Desert Foothills Land Trust:


Desert Foothills Land Trust works with landowners, communities and partners to protect the most special and important natural areas in the Arizona communities of Carefree, Cave Creek, North Scottsdale, North Phoenix, Anthem, Desert Hills and New River. The Land Trust has permanently protected more than 680 acres on 23 preserves, many of which are open to the public for exploration and passive recreation. In 2010, the Land Trust was awarded accredited status by the national Land Trust Accreditation Commission – a mark of distinction in the land trust community. More information is available at www.dflt.org or 480‐488‐6131.

 

 


 


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.

 

 

 


 

World-Renowned Artist Comes to Carefree 

Enchanted Pumpkin Garden 

October 16-31


 

 

 



Empty Bowls project planned to feed the hungry

Proceeds to benefit Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center

On Friday, October 16, 2015, the annual Foothills Empty Bowls Project to honor World Hunger Day will be held at the Carefree Town Center in Carefree, Ariz., from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

The event luncheon meal, to be catered by Cave Creek’s Harold’s Corral, will be served in handmade ceramic or glass bowls. For a minimum donation of $15, guests can select their own unique bowl made by members and friends of the Sonoran Arts League, and keep it as a lasting reminder of world hunger. All proceeds from the lunch will be donated to the Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center, and will support its ongoing effort to provide emergency food and services to area families in need of assistance.

The Empty Bowls Project is sponsored by the Sonoran Arts League, the Town of Carefree, Harold’s Corral, Marjon Ceramics & Laguna Clay and Costco. Other donors are Basha’s, Saguaro and Cactus Shadows High School students, Arizona Clay, Sonoran Trails MS, Paradise Valley Community College ceramics students and local potters and artists who made and donated the bowls and auction items.

For more information, call 480.488.6070. Proceeds benefit the Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center. Carefree Town Center is located at 101 Easy Street in Carefree, Ariz.

 

Car show to benefit Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center

On Saturday, October 17, 2015, the fifth Tatum Ranch Car Show will take place from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Tatum Ranch Golf Club, which is located at 29888 N. Tatum Ranch Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations and cash to benefit the Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center.

The show is open to all years, makes and models. Awards will be presented for the best hot rod, muscle car, exotic, classic, people’s choice and overall best in show. Car registrants can sign up at www.tatumranchcarshow.com or call the golf club at 480.5852399.

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 & Resource Center, visit www.foothillsfoodbank.com or send an email to foothillsfoodbank@gmail.com. Donations for Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center can be sent to 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz., or call 480.488.1145.

 

 

 

 

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.



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

 

 

 

                   


 
Join Desert Foothills Theater in welcoming the school year with
FRESH new FALL CLASS PROGRAMMING!

NEW CLASSES!
NEW TEACHERS!
NEW PROGRAMMING!
MORE FUN!

Register Now until August 31st 2015 for
Early Registration Discounts!

Classes for Ages 3 -17

Classes include:

Improv
Acting 
Musical Theater
Advanced Acting
Workshops
Toddler Classes

Bring your shining star to learn how PROCESS meets PERFORMANCE! 

Various classes end in Desert Foothills Theater's End of Year Showcase.

KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR MAIL FOR DFT’s SEASON BROCHURE!!

It has a list of our shows. Everything is ON SALE NOW!

Subscribing is the BEST way to see DFT’s shows because:

1))    You KNOW you have a ticket—even for shows that will SELL OUT
      (we SOLD OUT A LOT LAST SEASON)

2.)    You get the best seats in the house and renewing subscribers get to choose seats

       BEFORE new subscribers and single ticket buyers

3.)    YOU SAVE $$.  Come on! Who doesn’t like to save money?  DFT tickets are already
       affordable, but when you can save even more, why not?

4.)    You get FREE phone orders (we charge everyone else $3.00/order)

5.)    You get FREE ticket exchange privileges (we charge everyone else $2.00/ticket)

6.)    You get to be the popular one on the block because, as a Subscriber, you get to purchase tickets for everyone you know at a discount (you get a special code to use once you have subscribed).  What are you waiting for? We have an incredible season! 

CLICK HERE for subscription details

CLICK HERE for a list of our 2015-2016 shows

Coming next to DFT! An evening of hilarity and fun!

Shakespeare as you’ve never seen it before

September 10-20, FCF-Holland Cabaret Theater
Seating EXTREMELY limited. Order today so you won’t have to hear about another GREAT DFT production you missed!

Three actors—either extraordinarily talented or clinically insane, we really don’t know which—bring the collected works of William Shakespeare to life as you’ve never seen them  before. (And, with any luck, never will again.) It’s a sonnet-fracturing, side-splitting, record-setting, nail-biting, audience-participating romp through the Bard’s greatest hits . . . uhhh, shall we say, heavily paraphrased.

And it’ll have you out the door in plenty of time for that early tee time tomorrow. Just get your tickets before—like our dignity—they’re all gone. You can thank us later.

 

Cast: Ari DeVriend as Adam, Bradley Beamon as Daniel,

and Ryan Wentzel as Jess.

Get your tickets today at www.dftheater.org

 

 

Your $25 can help Ben get to serve as a service dog! 




 

Meet gentle Ben.


Lost in the Desert and picked up by a kind hiker, this gentle soul was brought to us for a purpose...to serve.


Now as most of our supporters know we see lots of dogs through The Fetch Foundation with crazy high drive that can leap fences and run through tunnels and never tire...This is NOT that dog.


After a quick evaluation it was clear this Ben was perfect for a different type of program. Our service program. As a service dog Ben will have a very special set of requirements. He will not be driven to a field and go to work or to train at certain times. He will be 100% on duty all the time. To place Ben in this program he has to pass a rigourous physical test and vetting. Hip checks, blood tests, xrays, ultra sounds, shots etc.


Please help us raise the funding to get Ben through the physical testing and with a  Service Handler.


Consider a Donation of $25


Thank you so very much .... I know he will :)





                                                          Donate to Ben! 

 

The Fetch Foundation

33739 N Scottsdale Rd.

Suite 101

Scottsdale, AZ 85266








 




Double Your Gift That Saves Lives. 




Thanks to the generosity of Bell Lexus North Scottsdale Yappy Hour, celebrating the Dog (and cat) Days of summer, your donation will be matched. So every donation counts double to our mission to 

save lives through rescue, care and adoption.  Feel free to share with your friends that care about the animals in our community. 





YES I WANT TO DOUBLE THE  

IMPACT TO SAVE LIVES  

Thank you for a great  Yappy Hour. 






Foothills Animal Rescue 23030 N. Pima Rd Scottsdale AZ 85255 www.foothillsanimal.org





 


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

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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






 

 


 




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


Scully Learning Center was developed to provide Experiences to enrich the lives of our developmentally disabled participants. The Center is located on the banks of Cave Creek.  The facility includes an organic garden; chickens, ducks, goats and tortoises;


computers; fully equipped kitchen; a fully equipped ceramic studio and several other art creation sites.  In addition we provide opportunities for hiking and a variety of field trips. We recently added 3 Strider Pedaless Bikes and have added a race track to our wish list.   We are staffed exclusively by volunteers and always welcome new ideas and new participants. 

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Paula Scully 480-595-0508

Ann Rice 928-606-6481

P.O. Box 7920

Cave Creek, AZ 85327

 

 

 


Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center to offer employment assistance

Team Job Search will assist food bank customers with job searches

  Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center will offer Team Job Search to its customers who seek employment in the Cave Creek/Carefree area. Beginning in September 2014, Team Job Search will provide workshops to assist food bank customers in finding the best job.

 Team Job Search, which was created by Richard McCarty, is a community program sponsored by the Foothills Food Bank that will help individuals reinvent the way they look for work. In today’s market place, 98% of all resumes go through an inhuman electronic screening process that rejects 75% of applications before they are viewed by a human being. Team Job Search will teach food bank customers proven techniques to ensure that applications and resumes are selected for interviews. Team Job Search will conduct meetings to introduce food bank clients to new methods for finding the right job. Workshop times and dates will be announced soon and all sessions will be held at Desert Foothills Library in Cave Creek.

 The Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center provides emergency food, financial assistance and other life necessities and resources to individuals and families in the desert foothills, which encompasses a 180-square mile area that includes Black Canyon City, Cave Creek, Carefree, Anthem, Desert Hills, New River, north Scottsdale and north Phoenix.

 For more details, visit Foothills Food Bank at www.foothillsfoodbank.com or call 480.488.1145. Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is located at Hidden Valley Drive in Cave Creek, Ariz.

Contact: Pam DiPietro  480.488/1145 

 

 



 


 



 


 

 

Learn a new craft, hear a lecture, exercise your brain and more at the Foothills Community Foundation

 

Are you looking to learn a new craft or skill, like card making, digital photography or acting? Do you want to expand your mind by hearing a fascinating lecture or viewing a colorful art show? Or, maybe you’re up for a good game of Bingo or Bridge? These are just some of the many classes, events and activities offered for local residents of all ages at the Foothills Community Foundation’s (FCF) Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th Street, Bldg. B, in Scottsdale.

   

“We’re so fortunate to live in a community that cherishes arts and entertainment, that cares about sustainability and that welcomes the chance to learn from others,” said Chris Winger, FCF president and CEO. “Take advantage of our Holland Community Center…not only will you expand your mind, you’re sure to make some new friends or re-connect with old ones.”


FCF classes at the Holland Community Center include Brain Games, Bridge, Digital Photography, Adobe Photoshop Elements, an “Art Relaxation and Herbal Teas” class that includes Tai Chi relaxation exercises, and two Focus on Your Health classes about finding health help in the home and getting through the holidays after experiencing a loss.

 

Desert Foothills Theater (DFT) and the Desert Awareness Committee are also part of the Foothills Community Foundation. For a full list of FCF classes, MindQuest lectures, visual arts shows, DFT theater productions and classes, Desert Awareness hikes and educational programs, and other activities, visit www.azfcf.org or call (480) 488-1090.

 

 

 

 


                                               

 

   

 

 

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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