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Ukulele Jam Session - Open Play

Wednesday, January 22, 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, 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!

No Registration | Questions, 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. 

Canasta - Open Play

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
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 Li...

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. 

Digital Inclusion and the Arizona State Library

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Reading & Literacy
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

As services from banking to healthcare to education move online, digital access is more important than ever. Join Digital Inclusion Library Consultant Anth...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Reading & Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

As services from banking to healthcare to education move online, digital access is more important than ever.

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!

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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. 

From Fortress to Museum - The Fascinating Life of the Louvre

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Culture, Travel
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

If walls could talk, what stories would they whisper? But why was the Louvre built in the first place?  And what events did it witness during its long existence? Joi...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culture, Travel
Event Details:

If walls could talk, what stories would they whisper? 

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. 

Tales4Tails

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Reading & Literacy, Education, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens, Family
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...

Event Details:

Free | No Registration Required

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

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!

 

Event Details:

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. 

Jubilate - Advanced String Ensemble

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

For students who are comfortable with their instrument and can read and play notes beyond first position, this class moves at a faster pace with a focus on technique, playing toget...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

For students who are comfortable with their instrument and can read and play notes beyond first position, this class moves at a faster pace with a focus on technique, playing together in a group, and studying the different styles of the master com

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, January 23, 2025 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
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:

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

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:

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, January 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
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. 

AZ Medicare Guide Presentation

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Coates Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Seminar
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Questions about Medicare? This educational meeting will help you have a clear understanding of the different parts of Medicare, as well as the role Medicare supplement plans and Me...

Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Seminar
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Questions about Medicare? This educational meeting will help you have a clear understanding of the different parts of Medicare, as well as the role Medicare supplement plans and Medicare Advantage Plans play within the Medicare program.

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. 

Fun Fusion

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Imagination Lab at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Reading & Literacy, Education, STEAM
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Fun Fusion:

Join us at the library for planned fun! This time is designed for school-age children to have opportunities to craft, build and create. This program is intended for 1st through ...

Event Details:

Jan. 9 - Thumbprint Art (It's a thing!)Jan. 23- STEAM: SnowFeb. 6- Creative Writing: Storytelling ImprovFeb. 27- Wikki Stix ArtMar. 13- STEAM: OzoBot CodingMar. 27- TBD

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Reading & Literacy, Education, STEAM

Fun Fusion

Join us at the library for planned fun! This time is designed for school-age children to have opportunities to craft, build and create.

This program is intended for 1st through 5th graders and 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:

Jan. 9 - Thumbprint Art (It's a thing!)

Jan. 23- STEAM: Snow

Feb. 6- Creative Writing: Storytelling Improv

Feb. 27- Wikki Stix Art

Mar. 13- STEAM: OzoBot Coding

Mar. 27- TBD

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 String Ensemble

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Youth & Teen
Event Details:

For students playing violin, viola, and cello, this class focuses on learning to read music and playing together, moving at a beginning level pace with a focus on the joy of musica...

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

For students playing violin, viola, and cello, this class focuses on learning to read music and playing together, moving at a beginning level pace with a focus on the joy of musical interaction.

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, January 23, 2025 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, January 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Youth & Teen
Event Details:

For students who know how to read music and play violin, viola, or cello in first position. By playing intermediate level music together, students increase their understanding and ...

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

For students who know how to read music and play violin, viola, or cello in first position. By playing intermediate level music together, students increase their understanding and ability to play with other young musicians.

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. 

Matter of Balance

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being, Seminar
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In partnership with Honor Health and instructors from AT Still University, Matter of Balance offers participants a way to gain confidence and strength through instructor guided gen...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being, Seminar
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

In partnership with Honor Health and instructors from AT Still University, Matter of Balance offers participants a way to gain confidence and strength through instructor guided gentle exercises for a more balanced and stronger life.

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. 

Desert Foothills Gallery Reception - 2025 Contemporary Art

Friday, January 24, 2025 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. 

Are Heavy Metals Weighing you Down?

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Education, Health & Wellness, Seminar
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are Heavy Metals Weighing you Down? Unexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight, brain fog, fatigue, joint pain and mood changes - could heavy metals be at the root of...

Open
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness, Seminar
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Are Heavy Metals Weighing you Down? 

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, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Youth & Teen
Event Details:

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...

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

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.

Brain Powers chess (K12 Beginner-Intermediate)

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:45am
Imagination Lab at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Youth & Teen, School Age Children
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.&n...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children
Program Type: 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 chess, and other contem

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. 

Drive Electric Arizona

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Parking Lot at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Education, Technology Class
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us on Saturday, January 25, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and have your choice to ride in or drive an electric vehicle! Presented to you by experienced vehicle owners, th...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Education, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Join us on Saturday, January 25, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and have your choice to ride in or drive an electric vehicle!

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 - Music From the Heart, Singing & Theory Class

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Youth & Teen
Event Details:

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...

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

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.

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 (pre-beginning class)

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Arizona Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

This is a special class for students age 3-5 who desire to play the violin. The class focuses on the mechanics of playing the violin and reading simple notes and rhythms on the tre...

Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

This is a special class for students age 3-5 who desire to play the violin. The class focuses on the mechanics of playing the violin and reading simple notes and rhythms on the treble clef, but is geared to younger children.

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, January 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Jones Room at Desert Foothills Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
Age Group:
Adults
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 c...

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. 

MahJongg 101 - Brain Healthy Fun!

Monday, January 27, 2025 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...

Open
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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.