Dusti Bowling, youth author of the book:  Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, will read from her newest book, and then teach 3rd to 7th graders the art of creative writing. This workshop will offer students a chance to try some different writing techniques and begin a story of their own. Registration required. 480-488-2286 to register. Event takes place at the Desert Foothills Library in downtown Cave Creek.  

The Desert Foothills Library offers preschoolers ages 3-6 to come to this free sensory play date featuring art and sensory experiences. Occupational Therapist, Tracy Sobers, will be on hand to offer parent education. Featuring fun activities like kinesthetic sand, water and more. Siblings are welcome. This program is funded by a grant made possible through the Marianne Glick and Mike Woods Charitable Fund, a fund of central Indiana in cooperation with TEI Landmark. Call 480-488-2286 to register.

Homeschool families are invited to join us at the library for a fun event of building, socializing & structured game play with children ages 5-10 and their siblings.  Call 480-488-2286 with questions.

Children ages 3 to 6 are invited to a free holiday event featuring a visit from Mrs. Claus who will delight little ones with her stories and magic. Mrs. Claus will entertain your children ages 2½ to 6 from 10:30 to 11:15am. Photos may be taken with her to follow. Join us afterwards for cookie decorating, followed by a holiday science party with special guest: Amy Oyler, a local author who will offer a wide array of kid-friendly, hands-on holiday-themed…

Bookish Beasts Storytime* *Tuesday, June 1, 10:30 AM—Toddlers *Thursday, June 3, 10:30 AM—Preschool Celebrate bookish beasts in this fun, interactive animal themed storytime! Be sure to register at dfla.org for the time that best suits your family, as registration is limited. The Summer Reading Program kicks off this year on June 1st and runs through the end of July. Sign up at MaricopaCountyReads.org (English) or CondadoDeMaricopaLee.org (Spanish). The theme of this year’s program is “Tails & Tales”, encouraging readers to…

Bookish Beasts Storytime* *Tuesday, June 1, 10:30 AM—Toddlers *Thursday, June 3, 10:30 AM—Preschool Celebrate bookish beasts in this fun, interactive animal themed storytime! Be sure to register at dfla.org for the time that best suits your family, as registration is limited. The Summer Reading Program kicks off this year on June 1st and runs through the end of July. Sign up at MaricopaCountyReads.org (English) or CondadoDeMaricopaLee.org (Spanish). The theme of this year’s program is “Tails & Tales”, encouraging readers to…

Wild Side Storytime* *Tuesday, June 8, 10:30 AM—Toddlers *Thursday, June 10, 10:30 AM—Preschool Take a walk on the wild side in this fun, interactive animal themed storytime! Be sure to register at dfla.org for the time that best suits your family, as registration is limited. The Summer Reading Program kicks off this year on June 1st and runs through the end of July. Sign up at MaricopaCountyReads.org (English) or CondadoDeMaricopaLee.org (Spanish). The theme of this year’s program is “Tails &…

Wild Side Storytime* *Tuesday, June 8, 10:30 AM—Toddlers *Thursday, June 10, 10:30 AM—Preschool Take a walk on the wild side in this fun, interactive animal themed storytime! Be sure to register at dfla.org for the time that best suits your family, as registration is limited. The Summer Reading Program kicks off this year on June 1st and runs through the end of July. Sign up at MaricopaCountyReads.org (English) or CondadoDeMaricopaLee.org (Spanish). The theme of this year’s program is “Tails &…

Dr. Doolittle & Friends Storytime* *Tuesday, June 15, 10:30 AM—Toddlers *Thursday, June 17, 10:30—Preschool Let’s talk to the animals in this fun, interactive storytime! Be sure to register at dfla.org for the time that best suits your family, as registration is limited. The Summer Reading Program kicks off this year on June 1st and runs through the end of July. Sign up at MaricopaCountyReads.org (English) or CondadoDeMaricopaLee.org (Spanish). The theme of this year’s program is “Tails & Tales”, encouraging readers…

Dr. Doolittle & Friends Storytime* *Tuesday, June 15, 10:30 AM—Toddlers *Thursday, June 17, 10:30—Preschool Let’s talk to the animals in this fun, interactive storytime! Be sure to register at dfla.org for the time that best suits your family, as registration is limited. The Summer Reading Program kicks off this year on June 1st and runs through the end of July. Sign up at MaricopaCountyReads.org (English) or CondadoDeMaricopaLee.org (Spanish). The theme of this year’s program is “Tails & Tales”, encouraging readers…

No Place Like Home Storytime* *Tuesday, June 29, 10:30 AM—Toddlers *Thursday, July 1, 10:30 AM—Preschool Learn about animals and their habitats in this fun, interactive storytime! Be sure to register at dfla.org for the time that best suits your family, as registration is limited. The Summer Reading Program kicks off this year on June 1st and runs through the end of July. Sign up at MaricopaCountyReads.org (English) or CondadoDeMaricopaLee.org (Spanish). The theme of this year’s program is “Tails & Tales”,…

No Place Like Home Storytime* *Tuesday, June 29, 10:30 AM—Toddlers *Thursday, July 1, 10:30 AM—Preschool Learn about animals and their habitats in this fun, interactive storytime! Be sure to register at dfla.org for the time that best suits your family, as registration is limited. The Summer Reading Program kicks off this year on June 1st and runs through the end of July. Sign up at MaricopaCountyReads.org (English) or CondadoDeMaricopaLee.org (Spanish). The theme of this year’s program is “Tails & Tales”,…

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

“Stained Glass” Jars - Craft time at Desert Foothills Library By gluing tissue paper to a jar, you can create a stained glass effect! Shape-punches will be available to make patterns out of the tissue paper, as well as all other supplies. This program is suited for ages 12-18. RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Bear Fork Painting Head to Desert Foothills Library for storytime and a unique craft. Children will use a fork as their paintbrush to paint a bear! This is a great way for kids to play with shapes and textures as well as hone their fine motor skills. All supplies will be provided. This program is suited for children 4-7 years old. RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Craft Time at Desert Foothills Library: Make Your Own Pet Rock Help your child create a friend out of a rock with paint, googly eyes, and more! You are welcome to bring rocks from home if your child already has a collection, but there will also be rocks and other supplies available. This activity helps with motor skills and creativity while introducing social skills. This program is suited for children 2-5 years old. RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please…

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Craft time at Desert Foothills Library: DIY Pom-Pom Popper Help us repurpose pool noodles into pom-pom launchers, including decorating them. After crafting, we will test the poppers for length, which size pom-pom works best, and more! All supplies will be provided. This program is suited for ages 8-12. RSVP online at dfla.org | Questions, please call 480-488-2286.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Do you love American Girl Dolls and their related books? Come to the library to celebrate your dolls and their histories. The program will include diving into some of the history surrounding the time period the American Girls are from as well as crafting matching accessories for you and your doll. Feel free to bring your own doll. This program is suited for ages 8-12.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

In honor of ALA’s International Game Week, Desert Foothills Library will be hosting a game night! Bring the whole family for a variety of games from matching games for younger kids to Monopoly to Settlers of Catan. This program is suited for ages 3 and up.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Head to Desert Foothills Library for Preschool Storytime Children ages 4-6 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.

Toddler Storytime at Desert Foothills Library Children ages 1-3 and families are encouraged to join us for a 30 minute storytime featuring developmentally appropriate music, movement, & stories. Siblings are welcome. No registration necessary.