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

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone

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

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!

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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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gentle Yoga

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults

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!

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

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!

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. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Caring Corps at the Movies

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Everyone

Caring Corps at the Movies - Last Monday of Each Month, 12:30-2:30 PM

Come by and watch a great movie while enjoying some snacks. Everyone welcome!

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Caring Corps at the Movies - Last Monday of Each Month, 12:30-2:30 PM

Come by and watch a great movie while enjoying some snacks. Everyone welcome!

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft N Chat

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
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: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tai Chi - Qigong for Everyone!

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:15am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults

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.  Bina Bou is a senior trainer at IIQTC.&nbs

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.  Bina Bou is a senior trainer at IIQTC.&nbs

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. 

This event is in the "Youth & Teen" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 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 2 to 6 years old and their caregivers are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster ...

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 2 to 6 years old and their caregivers 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 2 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Informal MahJongg - Unsupervised Play

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Floor Periodicals at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Main Floor Periodicals
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required

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. 

Free | Register at dfla.org | 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. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

The Painter's Palette - Open Paint

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Picasso, van Gogh, Michelangelo and YOU! No matter what medium you prefer to create with, all are welcome to join The Painters Palette! Open to all, this gathering is the time to let your creative juices flow.

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Picasso, van Gogh, Michelangelo and YOU! No matter what medium you prefer to create with, all are welcome to join The Painters Palette! Open to all, this gathering is the time to let your creative juices flow.

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. 

This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

PLAY-OOZA

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Imagination Lab at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Education, Games, Reading & Literacy, STEAM
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschool
PLAY-OOZA:

PLAY-OOZA is a dedicated time to play, create and collaborate for preschool age children. Join Miss Dawn for focused fun that supports fine motor and Early Literacy skills through ...

July 2- No brush painting

July 16- Play-doh open lab

July 30- Craft smorgasbord!

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education, Games, Reading & Literacy, STEAM
Event Details:

PLAY-OOZA

PLAY-OOZA is a dedicated time to play, create and collaborate for preschool age children. Join Miss Dawn for focused fun that supports fine motor and Early Literacy skills through informal learning activities, crafts, and imagination!

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

Free | No Registration Required

July 2- No brush painting

July 16- Play-doh open lab

July 30- Craft smorgasbord!

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ukulele Jam Session - Open Play

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:15pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Ukulele Jam Session - Open Play:

Pick out a few of your favorite songs, grab your ukulele and come jam!We will be accessing our music online, so bring your tablet or iPad, as well as a music stand, ukulele, and an...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies, Music

Ukulele Jam Session - Open Play

Pick out a few of your favorite songs, grab your ukulele and come jam!

We will be accessing our music online, so bring your tablet or iPad, as well as a music stand, ukulele, and anything you like to get your jam on!

Invite your friends and join the fun.  All levels welcome!

Free | No registration required. | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.

Class is 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Death Cafe

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Death Cafe:

Death Cafe is a gathering to talk about death and dying. The aim is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. It is a global, non-profit ...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Mental Well-Being

Death Cafe

Death Cafe is a gathering to talk about death and dying. The aim is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. It is a global, non-profit movement begun in London in 2011: to date, more than 7,000 Death Cafes have been held in 63 countries. Death Cafe does not promote beliefs, agendas, or products, nor is it a bereavement or grief support group. Join us for open, respectful, interesting conversation about topics relevant to all of us but often considered “dark” or even taboo. From more information go to www.deathcafe.com 

Free | No registration required. | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Canasta - Open Play

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

The card game “Canasta” is a Spanish word that means basket. A very old Card game that has over 20 different versions and is played all over the world; Canasta is facilitated by Lisa Waldvogel. 

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games, Hobbies
Event Details:

The card game “Canasta” is a Spanish word that means basket. A very old Card game that has over 20 different versions and is played all over the world; Canasta is facilitated by Lisa Waldvogel. 

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. 

This event is in the "Youth & Teen" group.
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Hop, Bop & Roll!

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Reading & Literacy, Education, Games, Music
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, School Age Children, 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.  

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

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.

 

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being

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 Closed

All Day
Desert Foothills Library
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft N Chat

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
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: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tai Chi - Qigong for Everyone!

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:15am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults

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.  Bina Bou is a senior trainer at IIQTC.&nbs

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.  Bina Bou is a senior trainer at IIQTC.&nbs

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. 

This event is in the "Youth & Teen" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime- Special Event with Tubba & Friends

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Jones / Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Education, Music, Reading & Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Family Storytime:

Children ages 2 to 6 years old and their caregivers are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate songs, movement, & stories to foster ...

Welcome back local children’s author Michael Ivery! He will be reading his book Tubba and Friends -The Big Music Jamboree! Join Tubba Bear as she embarks on a fun, rhyming adventure with her pink guitar!

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

Family Storytime

Children ages 2 to 6 years old and their caregivers 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 2 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. 

Welcome back local children’s author Michael Ivery! He will be reading his book Tubba and Friends -The Big Music Jamboree! Join Tubba Bear as she embarks on a fun, rhyming adventure with her pink guitar!

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Informal MahJongg - Unsupervised Play

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Floor Periodicals at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games
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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Main Floor Periodicals
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required

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. 

Free | Register at dfla.org | 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Get Lit Book Club

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Get Lit Book Club, a Happy Hour book club! Not for the faint of heart. Weird, odd, and unique books are chosen for a great discussion, so get ready for something you might not choose every day!

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get Lit Book Club, a Happy Hour book club! Not for the faint of heart. Weird, odd, and unique books are chosen for a great discussion, so get ready for something you might not choose every day!

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. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

The Painter's Palette - Open Paint

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Picasso, van Gogh, Michelangelo and YOU! No matter what medium you prefer to create with, all are welcome to join The Painters Palette! Open to all, this gathering is the time to let your creative juices flow.

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Picasso, van Gogh, Michelangelo and YOU! No matter what medium you prefer to create with, all are welcome to join The Painters Palette! Open to all, this gathering is the time to let your creative juices flow.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ukulele Jam Session - Open Play

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:15pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Hobbies, Music
Age Group:
Adults
Ukulele Jam Session - Open Play:

Pick out a few of your favorite songs, grab your ukulele and come jam!We will be accessing our music online, so bring your tablet or iPad, as well as a music stand, ukulele, and an...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies, Music

Ukulele Jam Session - Open Play

Pick out a few of your favorite songs, grab your ukulele and come jam!

We will be accessing our music online, so bring your tablet or iPad, as well as a music stand, ukulele, and anything you like to get your jam on!

Invite your friends and join the fun.  All levels welcome!

Free | No registration required. | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.

Class is 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. 

This event is in the "Youth & Teen" group.
This event is in the "School Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tales4Tails

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Imagination Lab at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Mental Well-Being, Reading & Literacy
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Tales4Tails:

Looking for an opportunity for your emerging or early readers to practice their skills? Please come visit Logan, DFL’s resident certified therapy dog, who loves being read to. Read...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Mental Well-Being, Reading & Literacy

Tales4Tails

Looking for an opportunity for your emerging or early readers to practice their skills? Please come visit Logan, DFL’s resident certified therapy dog, who loves being read to. Reading aloud builds independence and confidence. Bring a book from home or, better yet, borrow one from the library!

 

Disclaimer(s)

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Canasta - Open Play

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

The card game “Canasta” is a Spanish word that means basket. A very old Card game that has over 20 different versions and is played all over the world; Canasta is facilitated by Lisa Waldvogel. 

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games, Hobbies
Event Details:

The card game “Canasta” is a Spanish word that means basket. A very old Card game that has over 20 different versions and is played all over the world; Canasta is facilitated by Lisa Waldvogel. 

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.