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Tai Chi- Qigong For Everyone!

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Tai Chi & Qigong is a self-care practice.  It is a choice of a healthy lifestyle and living well.  It improves balance, flexibility, brain plasticity, inner peace and...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Event Details:

Tai Chi & Qigong is a self-care practice.  It is a choice of a healthy lifestyle and living well.  It improves balance, flexibility, brain plasticity, inner peace and overall wellness.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Library Book Club

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the Library Book Club on the second Thursday of each month in an open discussion on a featured book. Everyone is welcome!  Thursday, July 11th: The Marriage Portr...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join the Library Book Club on the second Thursday of each month in an open discussion on a featured book. Everyone is welcome! 

Thursday, July 11th: The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Family Storytime

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Reading & Literacy, Education, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Family Storytime:

Children ages 3 to 6 years old and their families are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster ea...

Event Details:

Bonus Family Storytime this week with a guest presenter while Miss Dawn is at the Association for Rural & Small Libraries conference.  Free| No registration required

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Reading & Literacy, Education, Music, Storytime

Family Storytime

Children ages 3 to 6 years old and their families are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster early literacy skills.

This program is intended for ages 3 to 6. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Event Details:

Bonus Family Storytime this week with a guest presenter while Miss Dawn is at the Association for Rural & Small Libraries conference. 

Free| No registration required

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 

Tech Help - Library Apps, Electronic Devices, and More!

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks can be easy through the library’s digital collection! Each week there will be an opportunity for anyone with questions about Libby, Cloud Library...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks can be easy through the library’s digital collection!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Jubilate - Littles on Fiddles

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Littles on Fiddles is a special violin class for young students, ages 4-6 years who show a true interest in playing the violin. An interview with instructor Laya Field is required ...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Purpose of Meeting

Littles on Fiddles is a special violin class for young students, ages 4-6 years who show a true interest in playing the violin. An interview with instructor Laya Field is required in order to determine readiness to join this class.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Alcoholics Anonymous:

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Thursday. If the Library is closed, the meeting is held on the Waterfall Terrace. 

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being

Alcoholics Anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held every Thursday. If the Library is closed, the meeting is held on the Waterfall Terrace. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Jubilate - Intermediate String Ensemble

Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Purpose of Meeting:

This class is open to students ages 10-18 years who read music and play violin, viola, or cello at an intermediate level. Students will explore several styles of music and perform ...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Purpose of Meeting

This class is open to students ages 10-18 years who read music and play violin, viola, or cello at an intermediate level. Students will explore several styles of music and perform in the end of semester recital and performances.

Monthly Book Sale @ Chapter2Books

All Day 9/13 - 9/14
Main Floor Periodicals at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Main Floor Periodicals
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Book Club, Games, Hobbies

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Beginner to Intermediate Bridge

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bridge class topics: Hand evaluation using Goren’s point count system. Opening bids of 1 of a minor, 1 of a major, 1 no trump and responses to these opening bids. Opening either 2 ...

Cancelled
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Bridge class topics: Hand evaluation using Goren’s point count system. Opening bids of 1 of a minor, 1 of a major, 1 no trump and responses to these opening bids.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

2024 - 2025 International Film Series

Friday, September 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Movies are a great way to learn about different cultures - how people live, love, laugh, and cope with hardships and tragedy. This series will explore films from different cou...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Movies are a great way to learn about different cultures - how people live, love, laugh, and cope with hardships and tragedy.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Jubilate - Violin Orchestra

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Purpose of Meeting:

The Jubilate Violin Orchestra is a tuition free class for beginners to advanced players for violin, viola, and cello. Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced students participate toge...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Purpose of Meeting

The Jubilate Violin Orchestra is a tuition free class for beginners to advanced players for violin, viola, and cello. Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced students participate together in a light hearted setting.

Cat & Kitten Adoptions - Happy Cat Rescue

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Age Group:
Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Looking to add a furry friend to the family? Happy Cat Rescue will be at the library holding adoptions for cats and kittens looking for their fur-ever homes.

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Event Details:

Looking to add a furry friend to the family? Happy Cat Rescue will be at the library holding adoptions for cats and kittens looking for their fur-ever homes.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Jubilate - Singing Class and Music From the Heart

Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Music from the Heart is a tuition free course for tots to teens in a family friendly setting where students learn to understand, read, and sing the language of music. This is a pre...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Purpose of Meeting

Music from the Heart is a tuition free course for tots to teens in a family friendly setting where students learn to understand, read, and sing the language of music. This is a preparatory class for learning to play an instrument.

Gentle Yoga

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Gentle Yoga:

Yoga for Every Body! Through a slow flow of poses coordinated with the breath you’ll begin strengthening your heart, bones, balance and sharpening the mind. You are only one yoga c...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being

Gentle Yoga

Yoga for Every Body! Through a slow flow of poses coordinated with the breath you’ll begin strengthening your heart, bones, balance and sharpening the mind. You are only one yoga class away from a good mood! Marina started practicing yoga in 1995, and for the past seven years has taught locally.  Please bring a yoga mat and a blanket.

Questions about Gentle Yoga please contact instructor, Marina Kachur, at 480-510-6572 or yokama14@gmail.com.

Cost: $10 cash, paid to instructor at each class

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

MahJongg 101 - Brain Healthy Fun!

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn the foundations of how to play this stimulating rummy-like tile game. Fun, challenging, and addictive, it helps to improve memory, decision-making skills and patience. Instru...

Closed
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn the foundations of how to play this stimulating rummy-like tile game. Fun, challenging, and addictive, it helps to improve memory, decision-making skills and patience.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Craft 'N Chat

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Craft 'N Chat:

Do you knit, crochet, needlepoint, bead, or practice another table craft? Join other local enthusiasts weekly for companionable creating and conversation. Any portable craft is wel...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Craft 'N Chat

Do you knit, crochet, needlepoint, bead, or practice another table craft? Join other local enthusiasts weekly for companionable creating and conversation. Any portable craft is welcome! New crafters and all skill levels are always welcome! 

Have a craft you're not quite sure how to start, or need a little help or inspiration? Craft N Chat is a collaborative of creatives who are happy and eager to help! 

No registration | Questions, please call 480-488-2286 

Free but a donation to the Desert Foothills Library is appreciated.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Monday Movie Classics

Monday, September 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for some entertainment and a place to get out of the heat? Desert Foothills Library will be showing classic movies from the 50’s and 60’s on Monday afternoons in July, Augu...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Looking for some entertainment and a place to get out of the heat? Desert Foothills Library will be showing classic movies from the 50’s and 60’s on Monday afternoons in July, August, and September.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Tai Chi - Qigong for Everyone!

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Tai Chi & Qigong is a self-care practice.  It is a choice of a healthy lifestyle and living well.  It improves balance, flexibility, brain plasticity, inner peace and...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Event Details:

Tai Chi & Qigong is a self-care practice.  It is a choice of a healthy lifestyle and living well.  It improves balance, flexibility, brain plasticity, inner peace and overall wellness.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Family Storytime

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Reading & Literacy, Education, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Family Storytime:

Children ages 3 to 6 years old and their families are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster ea...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Reading & Literacy, Education, Storytime

Family Storytime

Children ages 3 to 6 years old and their families are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster early literacy skills.

This program is intended for ages 3 to 6. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. 

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 

Informal MahJongg - Unsupervised Play

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Floor Periodicals at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Informal MahJongg: Unsupervised Play:

Informal MahJongg play for any level! Groups, individuals, and recent students of MahJongg 101 & 102 looking for a place to come and enjoy playing with people in your community...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Main Floor Periodicals
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games, Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 12

Informal MahJongg: Unsupervised Play

Informal MahJongg play for any level! Groups, individuals, and recent students of MahJongg 101 & 102 looking for a place to come and enjoy playing with people in your community.  This group is unsupervised; basic knowledge of game play required.  No sets are provided, must bring your own. 

Register below | Questions, please call 480-488-2286 

Free but a donation to the Desert Foothills Library is appreciated.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Tech Help - Library Apps, Electronic Devices, and More!

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks can be easy through the library’s digital collection! Each week there will be an opportunity for anyone with questions about Libby, Cloud Library...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks can be easy through the library’s digital collection!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

The Space Wellness Center - Sound Healing Meditation

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join The Space Healing Sanctuary for this 60 minute Sound Healing Meditation.  Sound healing is a powerful modality that promotes wellness and assists healing with" anxiety, s...

Open
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Join The Space Healing Sanctuary for this 60 minute Sound Healing Meditation.  Sound healing is a powerful modality that promotes wellness and assists healing with" anxiety, stress, pain, clarity, memory, immunity, creativity, and more. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Books To Die For: A Murder Mystery Book Club

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

3rd Tuesday of the month: July 16, August 20, and September 17 Here at Desert Foothills Library, we're booked on crime! Join us each month for the Books to Die For Murder Myster...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

3rd Tuesday of the month: July 16, August 20, and September 17

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. 

Jubilate - Beginning Recorder Class (9-15 year olds)

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Youth & Teen
Event Details:

This class instructs the mechanics of playing the soprano recorder, and reading simple notes and rhythms for ages 9-15 years. An excellent introduction to wind instruments, this cl...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

This class instructs the mechanics of playing the soprano recorder, and reading simple notes and rhythms for ages 9-15 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.