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Guided Trail Tour at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library)

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Hobbies, Nature

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Waterfall Terrace
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Hobbies, Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna.

Guided Trail Tour at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library)

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Hobbies, Nature

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Waterfall Terrace
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Hobbies, Nature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Desert Foothills Land Trust presents a beginner-friendly hike at The Caroline Bartol Preserve at Saguaro Hill (at Desert Foothills Library). This easy one-mile walk introduces hiking basics while exploring native desert flora and fauna.

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Hop, Bop & Roll!

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Education, Music, Reading & Literacy
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Education, Music, Reading & Literacy

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. 

Family Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Education, Reading & Literacy, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Education, Reading & Literacy, Storytime

Family Storytime

Children ages 2 and up and their families are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate stories, songs, movement and activities  to foster early literacy skills.

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 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. 

Revolution Readers

12:30pm–1:30pm
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Book Club, Education, History, Reading & Literacy
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Club, Education, History, Reading & Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

As we gear up for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, young readers are invited to see history through the lens of Lauren Tarshis’ I Survived: The American Revolution. We'll meet for one hour for 10 sessions—just the ri

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!

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Education, Music, Reading & Literacy
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Education, Music, Reading & Literacy

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. 

Fun Fusion: Pokémon Trading Card Game

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Education, Games, Hobbies
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Education, Games, Hobbies
Event Details:

Through a collaboration between the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and The Pokémon Company, Desert Foothills Library is excited to offer our first Pokémon Club!

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

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Education, Reading & Literacy, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Education, Reading & Literacy, Storytime

Family Storytime

Children ages 2 and up and their families are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate stories, songs, movement and activities  to foster early literacy skills.

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 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. 

Healthy Cooking: Salads & Vinaigrettes

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Culinary, Education, Health & Wellness
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culinary, Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step away from the bottled dressing and discover how to transform simple greens into a culinary masterpiece.

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. 

PLAY-OOZA

9:30am–10:30am
Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Arts & Crafts, Education, Games, Reading & Literacy, STEAM
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
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

Jan 14- Snowman Craft

Jan 28- Sensory Play

Feb 11- Valentine Craft

Feb 25- "Cooking" with play food.

March 25- Play-doh fun

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. 

Hop, Bop & Roll!

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Education, Music, Reading & Literacy
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Education, Music, Reading & Literacy

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. 

Fun Fusion: Pokémon Trading Card Game

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Education, Games, Hobbies
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Education, Games, Hobbies
Event Details:

Through a collaboration between the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and The Pokémon Company, Desert Foothills Library is excited to offer our first Pokémon Club!

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. 

American Revolution Escape Room

1:00pm–2:00pm
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Education, Games, History, Reading & Literacy
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Education, Games, History, Reading & Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

As we get closer to the America 250th celebration it’s a good time to take a deeper dive into the amazing history and facts surrounding our American Revolution.

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. 

Cave Creek Dark Sky: The Art of Science & Imagination

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Education, Hobbies, Nature, Travel
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Hobbies, Nature, Travel
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tom Klare, Award Winning Photographer and Art Professor, will share stories about his exciting travels capturing unique images from the U.S. and around the world.

A Q&A period will follow immediately afterwards.

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. 

Waste Management Touch-A-Truck Storytime!

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Arts & Crafts, Education, Reading & Literacy, STEAM, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education, Reading & Literacy, STEAM, Storytime
Event Details:

Family Storytime

Children ages 2 and up and their families are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate stories, songs, movement and activities  to foster early literacy skills.

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 Required

Let’s talk trash! That’s right, we’re dedicating an entire morning to children’s favorite day of the week- garbage pickup day! Our good friends at Waste Management will be here with a special truck designed for you to see and touch up close.

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!

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Education, Music, Reading & Literacy
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Education, Music, Reading & Literacy

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. 

Healthy Cooking: Ancient Grains & Heirloom Beans

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Culinary, Education, Health & Wellness
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culinary, Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step back in time and roll up your sleeves for a culinary experience that's equal parts history lesson and gourmet workshop.

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. 

Fun Fusion: Pokémon Trading Card Game

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Education, Games, Hobbies
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Education, Games, Hobbies
Event Details:

Through a collaboration between the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and The Pokémon Company, Desert Foothills Library is excited to offer our first Pokémon Club!

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. 

Rattlesnakes! Fact and Fiction

3:00pm–4:00pm
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Education, Nature, STEAM
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Education, Nature, STEAM
Event Details:

This science-focused program introduces students to Arizona’s native rattlesnakes through observation, evidence, and critical thinking.

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. 

Art Critique with Frank Leonhardt & Nicolette Maquire Bonnstetter

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Education, Hobbies
Cancelled
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education, Hobbies
Event Details:

Free monthly art critiques with Frank Leonhardt and Nicolette Maguire Bonnstetter.

Looking and talking about art helps you grow - and research shows that when art is discussed, your own work evolves and strengthens.

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. 

Firefighter Storytime!

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Education, Reading & Literacy, STEAM, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Education, Reading & Literacy, STEAM, Storytime
Event Details:

Family Storytime

Children ages 2 and up and their families are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate stories, songs, movement and activities  to foster early literacy skills.

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 Required

Join us for a special Storytime with Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical. Meet firefighters in person and learn about fire safety and all the important features of the fire engine! 

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!

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Education, Music, Reading & Literacy
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Education, Music, Reading & Literacy

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. 

Fun Fusion: Pokémon Trading Card Game

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Education, Games, Hobbies
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Education, Games, Hobbies
Event Details:

Through a collaboration between the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and The Pokémon Company, Desert Foothills Library is excited to offer our first Pokémon Club!

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

10:30am–11:00am
Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Education, Reading & Literacy, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family
Program Type: Education, Reading & Literacy, Storytime

Family Storytime

Children ages 2 and up and their families are encouraged to join Miss Dawn for a storytime featuring developmentally appropriate stories, songs, movement and activities  to foster early literacy skills.

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 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. 

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Youth & Teen, Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts, Education, Reading & Literacy
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education, Reading & Literacy

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Are you looking for a way to serve your community and support the library at the same? If so, the Desert Foothills Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB) may be for you. TAB members meet once a month to plan youth and teen events, make recommendations for teen book selection and support library operations. You can earn service credit time doing something you enjoy at a place you love! Open to ages 12-17. 

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. 

PLAY-OOZA

9:30am–10:30am
Youth & Teen, Preschool
Arts & Crafts, Education, Reading & Literacy, STEAM
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education, 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

April 15th- Counting & Sorting (we have new materials!)

April 29th- You Can Build It! (we bring out ALL the building toys!)

May 13th- Play-Doh Playooza! 

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.