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Game Cafe

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth & Teen, Tweens, Teens
Games
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games

Game Cafe

Join us in the Teen Lounge on the last Tuesday of the month from 4-5 pm for fun and exciting gaming hangouts! Bring a game from home to share or play one of ours. 

This program is intended for ages 11-17.

Free | No Registration | Questions, 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. 

Food Allergies

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

Jubilate - Singing & Song Writing

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth & Teen
Music
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

In a freeform environment students will come together to create their own work of art which will be recorded and performed at the end of the semester.

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. 

Strength Training for Women - Series

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Registration
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

If you’ve never lifted weights in your life – and many people haven’t - why should you start now? The answer is simple: Muscle tissue, bone density and strength all decrease over the years.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Jubilate - Eclectic Ensemble for Percussion and Winds

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth & Teen
Music
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

A Special Music Experience for Students Interested in Learning about Musical Interaction with Others in a Modern Setting; The Class will Explore Snare and Bell Kit, Marimba, Steel Tongue Drums, Wind Instruments and Other Percussion Instruments in

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 Painter's Palette - Open Paint

9:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
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. 

PLAY-OOZA

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

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

Event Details:

Jan. 8- Play-Doh Open Lab

Jan. 22- STEAM: Snow

Feb. 12- Valentine Craft

Feb. 26: Sorting & Patterns

Mar. 12- Construction Zone (Yes, we mean trucks and building!)

Mar. 26- 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. 

DFLA Board Meeting

9:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room

Oath Law Estate Planning Workshop

10:30am - 3:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Purpose of Meeting

Tuesday, February 25th from 10:30am – 12:30pm OR 1:30 – 3:30pm 

Wednesday, February 26th from 10:30am - 12:30pm OR 1:30 – 3:30pm 

Ukulele Jam Session - Open Play

12:00pm - 2:15pm
Adults
Hobbies, Music
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

12:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Games, Hobbies
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. 

Homeschool Library Time

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens, Teens
Reading & Literacy, Education, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Reading & Literacy, Education, Storytime

Homeschool Library Time

Come to listen and learn at the library with our Youth & Teen Librarian! This 30-minute program will include a story, an activity, and an opportunity to learn more about how to use the library. The Imagination Lab will be open for study time after the program from 1:30- 3:00 PM. 

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. 

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

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Everyone
Technology Class
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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

Jubilate - Advanced String Ensemble

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Music
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!

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, School Age Children, Family
Reading & Literacy, Education, Games, Music
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. 

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

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Everyone
Technology Class
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. 

Fun Fusion

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Arts & Crafts, Reading & Literacy, Education, STEAM
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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth & Teen
Music
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

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being
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

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Youth & Teen
Music
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. 

Conversation Spanish - 1

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Language
Open
Registration
Payment
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Classes: February 7, 14, 21, & 28

Habla usted Español? 

This introductory class meets once a week for four weeks. 

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

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being, Seminar
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Mental Well-Being, Seminar
Registration 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. 

Jubilate - Violin Orchestra

10:00am - 11:15am
Youth & Teen
Music
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)

10:15am - 11:45am
Youth & Teen, School Age Children
Games
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. 

Jubilate - Music From the Heart, Singing & Theory Class

11:15am - 12:00pm
Youth & Teen
Music
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.