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Teen Puppet Making: Sushi Rod Puppet

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Education, Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Make a fun sushi rod puppet with moving arms. Stretch your creativity with anthropomorphic food! Any day can be Sushi Sunday when you fill your sushi roll with your favorite fillin...

Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education, Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Make a fun sushi rod puppet with moving arms. Stretch your creativity with anthropomorphic food!

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. 

Food Allergies

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

Desert Foothills Gallery Reception - 2024 Hot Art/Cool Show

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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. 

Black Mountain Dems & Friends

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly meeting with speakers

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

Monthly meeting with speakers

Brain Powers chess (K12 Beginner-Intermediate)

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Education, Games
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Brain Powers teaches the game of Chess and other games rooted in concentration of thought and strategic principles for K-12 and adults, offering class and one-on-one inst...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Education, Games
Event Details:

Brain Powers teaches the game of Chess and other games rooted in concentration of thought and strategic principles for K-12 and adults, offering class and one-on-one instruction.  Teaching the tactics and strategies of

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 Beatles Next: The Solo Years

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Education, Hobbies, Music, Seminar
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Teens, Everyone
Event Details:

This lecture will continue in the footsteps of The Beatles story and focus on the highlights of the “solo” post-Beatles careers of John, Paul, George and Ringo.   We will...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Education, Hobbies, Music, Seminar
Event Details:

This lecture will continue in the footsteps of The Beatles story and focus on the highlights of the “solo” post-Beatles careers of John, Paul, George and Ringo.   We will explore the aftermath of The Beatles legacy and how they establish

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. 

Essentrics Full Body Fitness

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

ESSENTRICS® is a full body fitness program designed to re-balance the entire body through simultaneously stretching and strengthening. Lifting and lengthening different parts of th...

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

ESSENTRICS® is a full body fitness program designed to re-balance the entire body through simultaneously stretching and strengthening.

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. 

Gentle Yoga

Monday, June 17, 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. 

Craft N Chat

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
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: Jones Room
Age Group: Everyone
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. 

Tai Chi - Qigong for Everyone!

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Tai Chi – Qigong for Everyone!:

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

Tai Chi – Qigong for Everyone!

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. This class is offered every Tuesday from September 2023 – March 2024 and every Tuesday and Thursday from May 2024 – July 2024 .  Bina Bou is a senior trainer at IIQTC.  She has been sharing the ancient practice for over a decade in our community.  She believes no matter where you are on your healing journey Tai Chi practice can help improve your quality of life.  To learn more about her classes visit www.MindBodyFocusQi.com. 

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

Questions about Tai Chi & Qigong for Everyone please contact instructor, Bina Bou, at bina.b75@gmail.com. 

Cost: $10, 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. 

Family Storytime

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Event Details:

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: Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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. 

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!

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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. 

All About Hands

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

H.A.N.D.S is a unique educational seminar and fitness class consisting of stretching, movement, breathing and hand specific exercises. Is it difficult to use your hands due to...

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

H.A.N.D.S is a unique educational seminar and fitness class consisting of stretching, movement, breathing and hand specific exercises. Is it difficult to use your hands due to pain or weakness?

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. 

Informal MahJongg - Unsupervised Play

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Floor Periodicals at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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...

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

Informal MahJongg play for any level!

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. 

Game Cafe

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games

The Space Wellness Center - Sound Healing Meditation

Tuesday, June 18, 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: 35
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, June 18, 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: April 16, May 21, and June 18 Here at Desert Foothills Library, we're booked on crime! Join us each month for the Books to Die For Murder Mystery Book ...

Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

3rd Tuesday of the month: April 16, May 21, and June 18

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!

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Tai Chi – Qigong for Everyone!:

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

Tai Chi – Qigong for Everyone!

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. This class is offered every Tuesday from September 2023 – March 2024 and every Tuesday and Thursday from May 2024 – July 2024 .  Bina Bou is a senior trainer at IIQTC.  She has been sharing the ancient practice for over a decade in our community.  She believes no matter where you are on your healing journey Tai Chi practice can help improve your quality of life.  To learn more about her classes visit www.MindBodyFocusQi.com. 

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

Questions about Tai Chi & Qigong for Everyone please contact instructor, Bina Bou, at bina.b75@gmail.com. 

Cost: $10, 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. 

Literary Salon

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

3rd Thursday of the Month, 10am-12pm  Facilitated by Andrea Markowitz, join other enthusiasts as we open discussion on a new topic each month! Choose any book, or other med...

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

3rd Thursday of the Month, 10am-12pm 

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. 

Hop, Bop & Roll!

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Reading & Literacy, Education, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Hop, Bop & Roll!:

Calling all wiggle worms! Sing, laugh and learn in this music and movement class for children six and under and their favorite grownup.  

Event Details:

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.  Free...

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

Hop, Bop & Roll!

Calling all wiggle worms! Sing, laugh and learn in this music and movement class for children six and under and their favorite grownup.

 

Event Details:

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. 

Free | No registration

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, June 20, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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. 

Alcoholics Anonymous

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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
Event Details:

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. 

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary Special Event: Venom vs. Poison!

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Education, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, Preschool, School Age Children, Family
Event Details:

Join us for a fact and fun-filled visit with live animals from the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary. What is the difference between venom and poison? How do animals use their venom...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Preschool, School Age Children, Family
Program Type: Education, STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for a fact and fun-filled visit with live animals from the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary. What is the difference between venom and poison?

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. 

Mystery & Suspense Thrillers - International Film Series Summer 2024

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Every Friday from June 7th to August 9th from 2-5pm (no movie June 14th or July 5th) Presented by Gary Zaro Desert Foothills Library International Film Series Summer 2024 ...

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

Every Friday from June 7th to August 9th from 2-5pm (no movie June 14th or July 5th)

Presented by Gary Zaro

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. 

Brain Powers chess (K12 Beginner-Intermediate)

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Education, Games
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Brain Powers teaches the game of Chess and other games rooted in concentration of thought and strategic principles for K-12 and adults, offering class and one-on-one inst...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Education, Games
Event Details:

Brain Powers teaches the game of Chess and other games rooted in concentration of thought and strategic principles for K-12 and adults, offering class and one-on-one instruction.  Teaching the tactics and strategies of

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.