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Tales4Tails

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Education
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children
Program Type: Education

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)

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. 

Babytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Education, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Education, Storytime

Babytime

Babies and young toddlers are just starting to understand the world and what’s going on around them. Join Miss Dawn for stories, songs, bounces, sensory play, and more! All of these elements help young children develop the skills necessary for learning to read. Each session will also feature tips for caregivers on how to set that early foundation for later reading.

Have an older sibling who needs to come along? Please bring a "lovey" for your older child to use as their "baby" during the lap sits and fingerplays. They love this!

This program is for ages 0 to 2 years. 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. 

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. 

AZ Medicare Guide Presentation

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Business & Finance, Education, Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance, Education, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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. We'll cover t...

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)

3:45pm - 5:45pm
Education, Games
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
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 Chess and other ...

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

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Education
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education
Event Details:
The Desert Foothills Library and the Sonoran Art League are combining their critiques! Two nonprofits working together to enhance art education- a win for all!  Join us at 3:30pm for a discussion that is designed to meet each individual’s nee...

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. 

Babytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Education, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Education, Storytime

Babytime

Babies and young toddlers are just starting to understand the world and what’s going on around them. Join Miss Dawn for stories, songs, bounces, sensory play, and more! All of these elements help young children develop the skills necessary for learning to read. Each session will also feature tips for caregivers on how to set that early foundation for later reading.

Have an older sibling who needs to come along? Please bring a "lovey" for your older child to use as their "baby" during the lap sits and fingerplays. They love this!

This program is for ages 0 to 2 years. 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. 

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. 

Brain Powers chess (K12 Beginner-Intermediate)

3:45pm - 5:45pm
Education, Games
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
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 Chess and other ...

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. 

Around the World in 9 Films- International Film Series

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Education, Movie
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Education, Movie
Event Details:
2nd Friday of each month 2-5pm presented by Gary Zaro Desert Foothills Library International Film Series 2023-24 Friday, April 12, 2024: Ashes in the Snow (NR; 2018, Lithuania, 98 minutes) Friday, May 10, 2024: Life is Beautif...

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

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Education
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children
Program Type: Education

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)

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. 

Babytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Education, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Education, Storytime

Babytime

Babies and young toddlers are just starting to understand the world and what’s going on around them. Join Miss Dawn for stories, songs, bounces, sensory play, and more! All of these elements help young children develop the skills necessary for learning to read. Each session will also feature tips for caregivers on how to set that early foundation for later reading.

Have an older sibling who needs to come along? Please bring a "lovey" for your older child to use as their "baby" during the lap sits and fingerplays. They love this!

This program is for ages 0 to 2 years. 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. 

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. 

Brain Powers chess (K12 Beginner-Intermediate)

3:45pm - 5:45pm
Education, Games
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates 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 Chess and other ...

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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Education, Games, STEAM
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Education, Games, 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:
May 16th- 3D Maker Pens June 13th- Adventure is Out There! June 27th- Lego Builders Open Lab ...

Brain Powers chess (K12 Beginner-Intermediate)

3:45pm - 5:45pm
Education, Games
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates 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 Chess and other ...

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)

3:45pm - 5:45pm
Education, Games
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates 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 Chess and other ...

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. 

SRP Kickoff Party

10:30am - 11:30am
Reading & Literacy, Education, Games
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, School Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Reading & Literacy, Education, Games
Event Details:
Adventure Begins at Your Library! Come celebrate the start of the Desert Foothills Library’s Summer Reading Program with song, dance, and giveaways! Free | Ne 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. 

AARP Smart Driver Program - a Refresher Course in Safety and Skills

11:15am - 3:15pm
Education
Open
Registration
Payment
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:
Learn new driving techniques, rule of the road, defensive driving, and how to minimize distractions.   Trained volunteers instruct the AARP Smart Driver classroom course, our preeminent national older driver safety program, serving the 50+ ...

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. 

BubbleManiacs Foam Party

9:30am - 10:30am
Education, Music, Performance, STEAM
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Preschool, School Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Education, Music, Performance, STEAM
Event Details:
Join us for a spectacular start to our Summer Reading Program! The wonderful team at BubbleManiacs will create an epic mountain of foam up to six feet deep that's cool, clean, and completely allergy-safe. They bring along upbeat kid-friendly tunes, t...

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. 

Tales4Tails

10:30am - 11:30am
Reading & Literacy, Education, Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Reading & Literacy, Education, Health & Wellness

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)

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. 

Babytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Education, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Education, Storytime

Babytime

Babies and young toddlers are just starting to understand the world and what’s going on around them. Join Miss Dawn for stories, songs, bounces, sensory play, and more! All of these elements help young children develop the skills necessary for learning to read. Each session will also feature tips for caregivers on how to set that early foundation for later reading.

Have an older sibling who needs to come along? Please bring a "lovey" for your older child to use as their "baby" during the lap sits and fingerplays. They love this!

This program is for ages 0 to 2 years. 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. 

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. 

AZ Medicare Guide Presentation

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Business & Finance, Education, Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Finance, Education, Health & Wellness
Registration 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. We'll cover t...

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)

3:45pm - 5:45pm
Education, Games
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Coates 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 Chess and other ...

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
Arts & Crafts, Reading & Literacy, Education, Games, STEAM
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Imagination Lab
Age Group: Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool
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:
June 12th 9:30-10:30 AM- Play-Doh PLAY-OOZA June 26th 9:30-10:30 AM- Building PLAY-OOZA July 10th 9:30-10:30 AM- Play-Doh PLAY-OOZA July 24th 9:30-10:30 AM- Shark Week PLAY-OOZA ...

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. 

Babytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Education, Storytime
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Jones / Coates Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Education, Storytime

Babytime

Babies and young toddlers are just starting to understand the world and what’s going on around them. Join Miss Dawn for stories, songs, bounces, sensory play, and more! All of these elements help young children develop the skills necessary for learning to read. Each session will also feature tips for caregivers on how to set that early foundation for later reading.

Have an older sibling who needs to come along? Please bring a "lovey" for your older child to use as their "baby" during the lap sits and fingerplays. They love this!

This program is for ages 0 to 2 years. 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. 

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. 

Fun Fusion

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Fun Fusion, Education, Games, STEAM
Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library
Room: Arizona Room
Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun Fusion, Education, Games, 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:
June 13th- Adventure is Out There! Disney's UP! Crafting June 27th- LEGO Builders Open Lab ...

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.