Desert Foothills Library

9:00am-5:00pm

Desert Foothills Library
38443 N School House Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon: 9:00am-5:00pm

Tue: 9:00am-6:00pm

Wed: 9:00am-5:00pm

Thu: 9:00am-6:00pm

Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm

Sat: 10:00am-4:00pm

Week Calendar

Featured Events

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

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Hobbies, Nature

Age Group:

Everyone

Open

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, January 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Hobbies, Nature

Age Group:

Everyone

Open

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, February 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Hobbies, Nature

Age Group:

Everyone

Open

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, March 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Waterfall Terrace at Desert Foothills Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Hobbies, Nature

Age Group:

Everyone

Open

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

Open

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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Time	Sun (11/02)	Mon (11/03)	Tue (11/04)	Wed (11/05)	Thu (11/06)	Fri (11/07)	Sat (11/08)
10 am			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: Outdoor Adventure! 10:30am–11:00am Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family Education, Reading & Literacy, Storytime 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library Room: Jones / Coates Room Age Group: Youth & Teen, Toddlers, Preschool, Family Program Type: Education, Reading & Literacy, Storytime Event Details: Join Desert Foothills Library and Desert Foothills Land Trust for an outdoor Storytime adventure! We'll read a book about our beautiful desert together and complete a hands-on desert activity, then explore Saguaro Hill Preserve next door! 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! 10:30am–11:00am Youth & Teen, Babies, Toddlers, Preschool, School Age Children, Family Reading & Literacy, Education, Games, Music 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
11 am
12 pm						This event is in the "Everyone" group Superfoods 12:00pm–2:00pm Everyone Culinary, Education, Health & Wellness Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library Room: Arizona Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Culinary, Education, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Superfoods and Super Heroes come together in this fun, interactive STEAM-focused presentation of foods that are nutritional dynamos. Superfoods don’t come in packages. 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.
1 pm			This event is in the "Everyone" group Upgrade Your Plate: Simple Ways to Shift Your Plate for a Healthier You! 1:00pm–2:00pm Everyone Culinary, Education, Health & Wellness Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library Room: Jones Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Culinary, Education, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Discover simple ways to make the foods you already love more nutrient-rich so you can feel better, support your body's healing, and fight inflammation. 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.
2 pm
3 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Art Critique with Frank Leonhardt & Nicolette Maquire Bonnstetter 3:30pm–5:00pm Adults Arts & Crafts, Education, Hobbies This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.		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 3:30pm–4:30pm Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens Education, Reading & Literacy This event is in the "Youth & Teen" group This event is in the "School Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library Room: Imagination Lab Age Group: Youth & Teen, School Age Children, Tweens Program Type: Education, 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) 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.
4 pm			This event is in the "Youth & Teen" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Advisory Board (TAB) 4:00pm–5:00pm Youth & Teen, Tweens, Teens Arts & Crafts, Education, Reading & Literacy This event is in the "Youth & Teen" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group Creative Smartphone Photography (Six-Part Series: Session 3) 4:15pm–5:45pm Adults Education, Hobbies, Technology Class Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Desert Foothills Library Room: Jones Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Education, Hobbies, Technology Class Registration Required Event Details: Discover how to use your smartphone to capture meaningful images of your life, travels, family, friends and everyday moments. 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.