A publication of

The Town of Cave Creek

37622 N Cave Creek Rd.

Cave Creek, AZ

480-488-6600

Editor:

Nina Spitzer

Contributing Writer:

Mayor Bob Morris

& Fran Booth

Header Photo: Courtesy of Cave Creek Trail Rides

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Click HERE for the Town of Cave Creek's official website.

Find previous

Cave Creek Corner e-newsletters by clicking HERE.

Click HERE or the above image to read the informative Fall 2024 edition of the Town of Cave Creek's quarterly publication called the Cave Creek Prospector.

Click HERE

for Maricopa county voting info, map of locations and and voting hours.

Current

Fire Danger

is

STILL...

EXTREME!

with

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions.

For vital fire prevention info to protect your home and family click HERE.

We love our desert home.

Let's protect it!

Cave Creek Weather

Corner

Click the image for Cave Creek weather info direct from the Town website.

November

Event

Corner

Nov 2 (9am -1pm): Prickly Pear Fest @ The Holland Center

(Info HERE)

Nov 2 (3-7pm): BOOTS, BOURBON & BBQ (fundraiser) @ Arizona Horseback Adventures

(Info HERE)

Nov 2/3: Pickin' at the Pub Bluegrass Festival 2024 Concert @ Mountain View Pub

(Info HERE)

Nov 4 (6 pm): Town Council Meeting - Cave Creek Town Council Chamber (Info HERE)

Nov 9 (10am-2pm): Wings & Wheels @ SkyRanch Airport (Info HERE)

Nov 9 - Dec 9: Holiday Toy Drive @ Cave Creek Tourism Bureau (See article below.)

Nov 9 (8:30-11am): Cave Creek Cactus Classic (Local Jonny's)

(Info HERE)

Nov 11: Veterans Day Holiday - Town Hall Closed

Nov 12 (4 - 7pm): Spaghetti Western Dinner - Cave Creek Museum fundraiser @ Harold's (Info HERE)

Nov 13 (5:30 pm): Chamber of Commerce Mixer (Info HERE)

Nov 16 (10am-2pm): Desert Discovery Day @ Jewel of the Creek (Info HERE)

Nov 18 (6 pm): Town Council Meeting - Cave Creek Town Council Chamber (Info HERE)

Nov 21 (7:30 am): Carefree * Cave Creek Chamber Breakfast - Harold's Cave Creek Corral (Info HERE)

Nov 22 - 24 (10am - 5pm): Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour (Info HERE)

Nov 27: Thanksgiving Holiday (Town Hall Closed at noon.)

Nov 28: Thanksgiving Holiday (Town Hall Closed)

Nov 29 - Dec 1 (10am - 5pm): Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour (Info HERE)

Nov 30 (10am - 4pm): Kiwanis Christmas for the Kids (Info HERE)

Click HERE for the calendar and Zoom links on the Town site.

"Celebration of Excellence" Nominations

DEADLINE

Nov 1/5pm

Click HERE for details.

Nov 2

(9am - 1pm)

FREE & FUN

(Info HERE)

Join the Town of Carefree at "Wings and Wheels," a free special event celebrating the town's 40th anniversary with a plane show, car show, music and more. Click HERE for all the details.

Spaghetti Western

Dinner with a Side of History

Cave Creek

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Museum's Annual fundraiser

(Info HERE)

Holiday

Toy Drive

Nov 9 - Dec 9

This holiday season, your Cave Creek Tourism Bureau will be dedicating its holiday toy drive to Purse Impressions in Cave Creek, a local nonprofit supporting 18 campus facilities, eight that cater to Sober Living mothers and their children including infants toddlers, preteens and teens. The toy drive seeks to benefit more than 400 children residing in these homes helping them enjoy the holidays despite the challenging circumstances of their parents. Please consider a toy donation that will bring smiles into a family's holiday home.

Find the Cave Creek Tourism Bureau HERE.

Hidden in the Hills Corner

Nov 22-24

Nov 29 - Dec 1



Don't miss Sonoran Arts Leagues'

signature event!

This free, self-guided studio tour will feature artists in various studio locations throughout the scenic Desert Foothills communities of Cave Creek, Carefree, and North Scottsdale.

(Info HERE)

Learn what YOU can do to prevent fires.

Volunteer Opportunities for YOU at

Cave Creek Tourism Bureau

If you're an outgoing person and lover of Cave Creek, then volunteering at the tourism bureau is for you! It's an easy, fun gig where you meet people from all over the world while sharing local info. Minimum shift commitment is 2-hours twice monthly. Click HERE for more info or or call Nina at (602) 622-7461.

Find the Cave Creek Tourism Bureau HERE.

Community Grant Applications

The 2024 Town of Cave Creek Community Grant Program is now open for applications until Dec. 2, 2024. This program offers financial grants up to $10,000 to all non-profit, 501 c (3) organizations within Cave Creek and Desert Foothills. These grants play a crucial role in safeguarding our community's health, safety, welfare, history, and culture, making a significant difference in our collective well-being.

Click HERE for the details.

A Cool Site for a digital list of Businesses & Events in Cave Creek

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Photo Credit:

Courtesy of

Cave Creek Trail Rides

Read a wonderful article about Cave Creek by Peter Corbett in the October edition of True West magazine.

Click HERE.

Guess It

Corner

This dude looks relaxed and chillin', but... Where???

October Answer: The graveyard you saw in our October edition can be found in our Cave Creek town core at Frontier Town. Click HERE to see it in last month's Cave Creek Corner.

A-Day-in-the- Life Corner

Hideaway's Maegan is happily serving up Happy Hour.

Photo Credit:

Hank Zolkiewicz

Supporting Our Locals Corner

Let's

Support Our Local Businesses

They're always there for us. Let's be there for them.

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We love our local shops, restaurants, and services. Let's support them with our business

Photo: 99.5 WKDQ

Click HERE to access the Desert Foothills Library's Oct/Nov/Dec program listing called

Information Highways.

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Supporting one another is what it's all about!

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Let's Respect & Preserve Our Beautiful Desert

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Please remember... motorized bikes and ATV's are not allowed on or off hiking paths and washes.

Merchant Marketing Corner

You Can Gobble Up Suggestions on Sharing Exciting News About Your Biz

Cave Creek Guide is website chock-full of Cave Creek town core info created by a fellow Creeker for the benefit of residents, visitors and Cave Creek town core brick n' mortar businesses. For info on free promotion click HERE!

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Community Partners is a "One hand washes the other!" marketing opportunity where both local small businesses and local non-profits support one another. Check it out and get more info HERE!

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Instagram: Dale Samar, of the Cave Creek Visitors Guide offers free promotion on The Cave Creek Visitor's Guide's Instagram account. contact Dale at 602-799-7335.

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And don't forget: The Cave Creek Tourism Bureau is a free marketing opportunity for licensed Cave Creek businesses. Yes. It's a free service of the Town of Cave Creek. For info and sign-up form, go to the tourism bureau webpage by clicking HERE.

Image: Freepik

Spark Generating Work

CAUTION!

Let's be serious about spark-generating work!

Workers MUST have an active hose nearby.

Let's prevent the one spark that can ignite.

*PLEASE*

Life-Saving Whistle

Get yours FREE at Cave Creek Town Hall and at the Cave Creek Tourism Bureau.



Stay Safe! Have your whistle with you when you enjoy our beautiful and unique Sonoran Desert surroundings

Safety First!

Always!!!

CodeRED is an emergency alert system. Cave Creek residents and business owners are encouraged to participate in order to receive electronic alerts in the event of an emergency.

Be Safe-Don't Be Sorry!

Click HERE to register now for direct alerts from the Town of Cave Creek in the event of a crisis.

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"We have to fill our hearts with gratitude. Gratitude makes everything that we have

more than enough." 

- Susan L. Taylor

November

2024

Feature Corne

Filling a Need with Love

By Fran Booth

Since 2010, Scully Learning Center Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, has been serving Cave Creek, Carefree, North Scottsdale and surrounding areas, by enriching the lives of developmental and physical disabled adults. Located in Cave Creek and serving Carefree, North Scottsdale and surrounding areas, Scully provides individuals with disabilities the opportunity to explore the world, find purpose and live meaningful lives.

Headquartered in Cave Creek, Scully volunteers proudly serve adults with disabilities such as autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and intellectual delays. The organization provides activities allowing them to safely explore and enjoy their community.

For over a decade, Scully Learning Center Foundation has been a leader in the field of developmental disability support. For example, in their organic garden, participants learn to cultivate crops with hands-on composting, planting, weeding and harvesting. Their goats, chickens and ducks add to the experience. A variety of arts and crafts classes allow participants to choose their own media and progress at their own level and experience. Scully Learning Center Foundation also offers cooking and nutrition classes.

Scully plans numerous field trips with the intention of providing socialization and enrichment opportunities. Participants have seen movies and shows, hiked, visited interesting venues in Maricopa County. They’ve celebrated the holidays together through one-on-one time and enjoyed the many amenities in our community.

Some of Scully’s amenities include:

Garden: Created by members, for members. Participants tending to the property garden with help from community experts is especially rewarding, educational and delicious.

Art Studio: Artistic creativity is always encouraged at Scully Learning Center through a full ceramic studio to painting, drawing and arts and crafts,  

Farm Animals: Scully’s property is home to several furry and feathered friends. Being able to play with, feed and pet the animals always brings a smile to members’ faces

Classes: Dance, music and yoga classes tap into movement, rhythm and relaxation to improve emotional wellness in tandem with physical health.

Hikes and Field Trips: Excursions both in and outside the community encourages exploration and social interaction.

Parties and Events: Social gatherings build community and friendship.

Scully has also found there to be a crucial need, going forward, among participants living with aging parents, and so the Scully team has recently expanded its mission to include the creation of a unique residential center for adults with developmental and physical disabilities.

Scully recognizes that the needs of physically and developmentally disabled adults are different than most individuals needing residential placement. This is due to multiple challenges stemming from the combination of their physical and developmental delays. In addition, some of Scully Learning Center members have siblings with similar disabilities who have never been separated. These sibling-ships present even greater challenge, as there are no guaranteed adult residential placements for siblings with multiple special needs in the same residence.

In our community, there are very few, if any residential options available to meet the needs of the physically and developmentally delayed adults. This proposed center will offer a nurturing environment that feels like home. Siblings can stay together and family members can live onsite during the transition.

As the first housing of its kind, Preserving Families Home will be a model for other cities and states. This novel residential home will enable a smooth and comfortable transition to a forever family home for physically and developmentally disabled adults and their siblings when their guardians can no longer care for them. Relatives will be welcome to reside in caregiver studio apartments while their loved ones adjust to their new settings and routines. With the right resources and support, participants can transition into a semi-independent (assisted) setting that provides peace of mind for concerned family members.

Scully Learning Center Foundation is poised to fill a crucial gap in services, enhancing the quality of life for its members and strengthening leadership in the field of developmental disability support. Click HERE to learn more about Scully Learning Center Foundation and how to support them in their mission.

Photos: Courtesy of Scully Learning Center Foundation

Mayor's Corner

Newly Remodeled

Cave Creek Fire Station

Will Help Protect Our Community

By Mayor Bob Morris

After the 2020 wildland fire burned approximately 2,700+ acres of Cave Creek property and impacted several structures, the Town Council worked quickly to find a solution to provide the community with the fire and emergency services it desperately needed. Beginning on January 3, 2022, the Town partnered with the Daisy Mountain Fire District. Daisy Mountain operates five fire stations and serves approximately 200 square miles of diverse terrain near Cave Creek. Daisy Mountain's familiarity with the region made it an outstanding partner with Cave Creek, and it saved many residents money by not having subscription fees for fire service.

Through this partnership, the Town agreed to construct a new fire station, purchase a fire engine and a brush truck, and hire and train the firefighters/paramedics needed to staff the station and equipment. All of this has been accomplished without new bonds or taxes.

With Daisy Mountain as a partner and Cave Creek having its firefighting resources, more emergency and fire resources are now available to respond quickly to fires and incidents in our town. Wildland fires in our area are being attacked more quickly and extinguished before they become potential major incidents thanks to our expanded available emergency equipment and crews. Cave Creek Fire Department and Daisy Mountain Fire District are saving more property and potentially more lives.

The dedication ceremony and open house will be held on Tuesday, December 10, starting at 9 a.m. I encourage all residents to attend this historic event for the Town. The new fire station is located at 37402 N. Cave Creek Road.

Look for more information about this special event on the Town’s website by clicking HERE..

Mayor Bob Morris

The Marshal's Corner

Greetings from the Marshal,

What an amazing Taste of Cave Creek this year! Patty Pollnow and her team at Stagecoach Village did another excellent event. We are blessed as a community to have so many wonderful special events in Cave Creek.

As we continue our focus on public safety, I am finding more often people are "confused" as to why they’re being stopped by the Marshal's Office and Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. Here is my attempt to help with some clarity as a public service message:

 The speed limit in the town core is 30-miles an hour, ANY speed above 30-miles per hour is AGAINST THE LAW. Personally, I do not pull anyone over unless they’re driving more than12-miles per hour over the posted speed limit. I had a gentleman driving 45-miles per hour who could not understand why he was pulled over. The speed limit is a law, not a recommendation. Talking on your cell phone or texting while driving is also against the law. You will get pulled over and receive a citation. Failing to come to a complete stop prior to making a right on red is against the law. Slow rolling through a stop sign is...against the law. I, as well as the Sheriff's Office, do not randomly pull people over. We initiate traffic stops based upon violations of the law. Please obey the law and you will not be inconvenienced by being pulled over for a citation. I apologize to the majority of our residents who have to read this and scratch their heads. Those of you who I’m writing this for...you know who you are.

Fire Restrictions are still in effect. NO OPEN FIRES. Fire danger is still HIGH. No bonfires. Common sense folks. We do not want to see our community burn again. If we all work together, we can prevent needless fires. PLEASE.

‘Starting to hike again now that we have nicer weather? * Swing by Town Hall or the Cave Creek Tourism Bureau and grab a free safety whistle, graciously donated by Gary and Wendy, to help anyone lost or needing assistance while hiking. ‘Hiking and hear a whistle? PLEASE investigate. Find the source of the whistle and see if they need assistance. Too afraid to investigate? Call 911. We all need to work together to help our community. We have hikers who get lost, run out of water and suffer heat emergencies. Injured hikers too. Injured horseback riders and injured mountain bikers. We need to remember we're all neighbors. We are Creekers. We stick together and help when needed. Again, a HUGE thank you to Gary and Wendy for their generous donation to public safety.

*Read "Town Trails Do's and Don'ts" in the February 2024 Town newsletter (p2).

Stay Safe,

Marshal Stein

SAVE THE DATE

Dec 10, 2025

Open House at

Cave Creek’s New Fire Station

Tours will be available throughout the day.

Be sure to add this event to your calendar. Details coming in our December Cave Creek Corner.

Congratulations

Kathy

By Keith Otsuka, Cave Creek Museum Board President

The Cave Creek Museum has a new museum director, Kathy Dwyer!

Kathy came aboard in September. With over 20 years of experience in writing, marketing, education, special events, museum operations, and public relations, Kathy has an impressive array of previous non-profit and museum work. Most recently she was the director of steward operations at McDowell Sonoran Conservancy. Kathy has also been a manager at Live on New York and has served as a director and supervisor at the South Street Seaport Museum, the American Museum of Natural History and the Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum.

Currently, Kathy is immersing herself in the processes of the Cave Creek Museum and working with our wonderful volunteers. She has already started improvements in our membership and volunteer management and has been enthusiastically embraced by our volunteers.

We are confident Kathy is the right choice to lead the museum into the future. Please come by and say “Hi” to Kathy as you tour our wonderful museum.

Giving Corner

Holiday Adopt a Family

Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center Calls for Donors

Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is seeking donors to bring joy to local families, children, and seniors through its 22nd annual Adopt-A-Family holiday gift program. This program helps make the holidays brighter for those in need across the north Phoenix foothills communities.

“We want to make sure our neighbors feel the warmth of the holiday season,” says Leigh Zydonik, Executive Director of Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center. “Many of our neighbors can’t afford a traditional holiday, so we team up with our generous community to make sure everyone has a gift under their tree and everything they need for a great, traditional dinner.”

The Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center is accepting donations of new board games, educational toys, Play-Doh, adult puzzle books, and large-print crossword books for seniors. Donations of new blankets, including lap blankets for seniors, are also welcome. Walmart or Visa gift cards worth $50 are especially helpful for families.

Those interested in participating in the program are encouraged to sign up HERE by November 30, 2024. 

Donations, gift cards, and monetary gifts can be dropped off during Fill the Sleigh Week from December 8-12, 2024, at The Holland Community Center near Cave Creek and Carefree Highway.

The food bank will also host private holiday events featuring food, music, and a special visit from Santa for adopted families. Gifts will be handed out during these events at locations in Black Canyon City and North Scottsdale in early December.

The Cave Creek food bank is located at 6038 E. Hidden Valley Drive and can be reached at 480-488-1145. The Black Canyon City Pantry can be reached at 623-374-9441.

Photo Credit: FREEP!K

Hidden in the Hills Corner

Hidden in the Hills

28th Annual Studio Tour

By Sue Kern-Fleischer

Arizona’s largest and longest-running artist studio tour, Hidden in the Hills (HITH), takes place during the last two weekends of November: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22, 23 & 24 and Nov. 29, 30 & Dec. 1. Coordinated by the nonprofit Sonoran Arts League, this year’s free, self-guided tour features 179 artists at 44 studios throughout the scenic Desert Foothills communities of Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale.

Now in its 28^th year, the inspirational event attracts thousands of patrons who appreciate fine art and seek a variety of mediums, styles and price ranges. The art tour also attracts holiday shoppers who want to find original, unique gifts. Each artist’s studio is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during both weekends of the tour, giving patrons plenty of time to visit multiple studios.

Some guests like to visit studios based on the genre of art they are attracted to. Others may choose studios based on a certain style, such as contemporary or western. It’s also fun to get a group of friends together and meander through the tour, stopping randomly at studios along the way. 

While artists will be showcasing and selling many diverse pieces of art, participating artists have voluntarily contributed one piece of art that will be labeled “Art from the Heart.” When sold, the artists will donate 100% of the proceeds for this one piece to the Sonoran Arts League. 

Click HERE to download a map or get Google directions or pick up a map at the Cave Creek Tourism Bureau..

Photo: Artist Sue Hunter at work

Photo Credit: Courtesy of the Sonoran Arts League

Kiwanis Christmas Corner

Kiwanis Christmas for Kids

Nov 30 - 10am to 4pm

The Kiwanis Club of Carefree invites families and friends of all ages to experience the magic of the holiday season at Kiwanis Christmas for the Kids! This festive event will be held at the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion in Carefree.

Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect:

*A special visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus

* Get up close with exotic animals

* Miniature ponies for kids to meet

* Fun hayrides for the family

* Classic carnival treats like hot dogs, cotton candy, and popcorn

* Pet adoption opportunities

* Face painting and balloon sculptures

* Carnival Games and Prizes

At the heart of the event is a raffle for over 50 brand-new bicycles, which will be awarded hourly by age group. (Winners must be present to claim their prize.)

Kiwanis Club President Cam Kuniej shares, “Our Christmas party is another opportunity for Kiwanis to give back to the community that has always supported us. We’re thrilled to bring joy to children and families this holiday season.”

The event is made possible by the dedication of Kiwanis members, alongside enthusiastic student volunteers from local high schools. It’s truly a community event, full of festive fun and the holiday spirit.

This fun-filled day is expected to draw over 1,000 attendees, so while parking is generous, it’s recommended to arrive early and enjoy a full day of holiday cheer!

Photo: Courtesy of Kiwanis Club of Carefree

Cave Creek Tourism Bureau Corner

Cave Creek Concierge Tour 2024 - Review

Cave Creek Concierge Tour 2024, hosted by the Town of Cave Creek and organized by the Cave Creek Tourism Bureau, was a huge success. Representatives of resorts, hotels, and tourism industry affiliates from all over of the Valley spent the afternoon on a comfy and cool 27-passenger bus learning about Cave Creek shops, restaurants, attractions, events, history, and more. Guests also enjoyed a little “taste” here and there along the way. The afternoon ended with a delightful gathering and dinner at Local Jonny’s Tavern & Café.

Participants returned home with wonderful memories of their afternoon in Cave Creek AND a swag bag filled with gifts as reminders of all our town has to offer. The many cool items, plus gift cards and coupons will surely inspire them to continue their Cave Creek adventure when they return on their own.

Participants ended the day smiling and quite impressed with Cave Creek, but also excited about sharing memories of this great little town with their hotel visitors. AND, when those visitors ask, “What’s a fun area day-trip?” the immediate response will be, “Cave Creek, of course!”

Many thanks to the Town of Cave Creek and also the Cave Creek Tourism Bureau’s concierge tour committee members Darlene Southern, Margie Hans, and Nina Spitzer.

AND…

A special warm thank you goes out to

the following event supporters:

Arizona Horseback Adventures,

Carefree/Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce,

Carefree Spirits Distillery, Cave Creek Mercantile,

Cave Creek Museum, Cave Creek Olive Oil Company,

Cave Creek Rodeo, Cave Creek Visitors Guide,

Cryin’ Coyote, Desert Awareness Committee,

Desert Foothills Library, Discovery Maps,

Desert Dream Realty, Duraflex, Earl’s Old Time Candy Shop,

Extreme Arizona, The Grotto Café,

Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, The Horny Toad,

Indian Village, It’s a Divine Bakery,

Kiki Rae’s, Laughing Glass Studio,

Leslie Jensen of Farm Bureau Financial Services,

Local Jonny’s Tavern and Café, Parkway Bank,

Prickly Pear Inn, Rare Earth Gallery, Sonoran Arts League,

Southwest Bedazzle Boutique, Stumblina’s Cantina,

TeeBox Indoor Golf Club, Tonto Bar & Grill,

Udder Delight Natural Skincare

Cave Creek Concierge Tour swag bag 2024

The Cave Creek Tourism Bureau is here for you!

Photo Credits: Top - Norm Cooper, Bottom-Nina Spitzer

New Biz Corner

Hansen's Cowboy BBQ

Denise and Wade are BACK! Once again, the aroma of Hansen's Cowboy BBQ mouthwatering barbecue will lure visitors and locals alike to Frontier Town where new, umbrella tables now offer comfortable outdoor seating. Weekend live music on the outdoor stage invites dining and dancing with that good ol' cowboy, Frontier Town ambiance. We can look forward to occasional fun community events from Hansen's, as well. Way to go, Denise and Wade!!!

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Patina's Garage

Old cars, old trucks, and bikes, too – That’s what it’s all about at Patina’s Garage. We’re about really cool memorabilia in our offshoot of Patina’s furniture store in the Cave Creek town core. The focus is on the “Man Cave” theme specializing in collectables and great gifts for the man and woman in your life. Car guys, when you drive up to “Cruise the Creek” at the Roadhouse on Thursday nights, be sure to stop into Patina’s Garage to check out the petroleum signs, collectables, and more.

Photo: Manager Amanda and Owner Dan

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Happenings Corner

Oct 12: Empty Bowls

The Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion in Carefree was buzzing with excitement on Saturday as members of our community came out in force to shop the 25th Annual Empty Bowls, an event presented in partnership between Foothills Food Bank and the Sonoran Arts League. Each bowl was made with love by local artists, art students, Arizona Wood Turners, and community members who wanted to make a contribution. More than 600 bowls were purchased with additional sales taking place at the Our Lady of Joy Holiday Fair in November.

Photo Credit: Michael Szczepanski

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Oct 12: Desert Survival and Hiking

Basics

Cave Creek Museum volunteer and presenter Paul Diefenderfer (Dief) stood in front of a sold-out audience anxious to hear him speak of desert survival and hiking basics. Dief is a hiker, a mountain rescue specialist, a rock climber, a mountain biker, and an animal rescuer. He spoke of the desert as an unforgiving place, with extreme temperatures, limited water sources, and potential wildlife encounters. Dief's valuable presentation informed listeners of how to be prepared and what to do in the event of an emergency and will help them be safer and more prepared in future desert experiences.

Photo Credit: Darlene Southern

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Oct 16/17: Taste of Cave Creek

Taste of Cave Creek 2024 at Stagecoach Village was yet another amazing success! The two day event brought in 5,800 guests eager to taste, drink, dance and just have fun! Cooking up a storm were 36 local restaurants and included were 14 additional vendors. A big THANK YOU goes out to the many volunteers who helped make it all happen as well as to organizer Patty Pollnow, GM of Stagecoach Village.

Photo: Jen Miles

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Oct 26: Star Gazing Party

Bruce Arlen and his team presented yet another spectacular Cave Creek Dark Sky "Star Gazing Party." The weather was perfect and stars/planets shone brightly while a full house (or in this case, parking lot) of attendees enjoyed excellent astronomy information and entertaining quips from Phoenix Astronomical Society President Stu Brackney and astronomer Mark Johnston. A mid-show break revealed the raffle winners of three beautiful, donated telescopes. Once again, kudos and appreciation to Bruce Arlen for his passion and dedication to Dark Sky.

Photo: N. Spitzer

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Mayor

Robert Morris

Vice-Mayor

Kathryn Royer

Council Members

Tom Augherton

Ernie Bunch

Cynthia Driskell

Thomas McGuire

Dusty Rhoades

Town Manager

Grady E. Miller

Deputy Town Manager

Teresa Riza

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