The Town of Carefree is inviting residents to learn about invasive plant species, or noxious weeds, from Annia Quiroz of the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance at a March 18 seminar event.
“Carefree —Where the Sun Marks Time.” Although Carefree was incorporated in 1984, the Carefree Sundial has served as a beacon and focal point since 1959. Town founders, K.T. Palmer and Tom Darlington enlisted architect Joe Wong and solar engineer John Yellot to design the Sundial. Far ahead …
Owner Patricia Martelly described the mission of Happy Fitness With Patricia, which opened in May 2013, as, “Using leadership, fitness and wellness skills to engage [the] community to stay socially, physically and emotionally well while following a strict safety protocol.”
Hey, North Valley neighbors! We want to help those who may be visiting town find the absolute best places to eat, shop, be entertained or otherwise enjoy all that the area has to offer.
This new year, Carefree’s L Skincare is ringing in its “lucky number seven.” As it enters its seventh year in business, spa manager Quinn Saucedo says it, “continues to grow and retain a loyal following of patrons.”
Each year, area residents are invited to support local artists at the annual Arizona Sage Art Market. Originally scheduled for Jan. 30, it was announced yesterday that the sixth annual event has been postponed. The new date is April 10, 10am–4pm.
A scenic, 30-minute drive north from Phoenix, the Town of Carefree is just over 8 square miles nestled within the grandeur of the Sonoran Desert. Residents can enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle, excellent galleries, unique and upscale restaurants and a quiet, relaxed atmosphere in which to u…
Thunderbird Artists festivals are widely known as “a Collectors’ Paradise,” and this award-winning festival boasts over 150 meticulously juried fine artists exhibiting a wide range of mediums.
Leave it to a group of world language students from Cactus Shadows High School to find a way to celebrate the beautiful world we live in during this pandemic.
“Hindsight is 2020” — never a truer word was spoken.
The latest addition to Foothills Caring Corps’ (FCC) van fleet has been named “Big George” as a lasting testament to George W. Schmid, a longtime supporter, volunteer and board member, who died in early 2020.
Bilinda’s Vintage Treasures features an eclectic collection of antique furniture, crystal lighting, period mirrors and accessories, collectible mid-century jewelry and pearls, cowboy boots and hats, postcards dating from the early 1900s , a terrific cigar case circa 1940s, and so much more. …
The Town of Carefree will once again host a Chanukah menorah lighting as a part of its December holiday celebrations.
Healing Memories for Women Veterans offers a safe place for participants to explore personal histories and gain insight and empathy for themselves and others.
A Veterans Memorial was dedicated on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, in the Town of Carefree. Local Boy Scout Troop 603 raised the flag at sunrise Nov. 11 to kick off the day of recognition.
"When I started as the new executive director with the Foothills Caring Corps (FCC) in July, I was so honored to become a part of this wonderful organization that helped Foothills Neighbors safely live in their homes with a sense of purpose and independence. Since my first day, thanks to a g…
Kiwanis Club of Carefree is moving into its new year with newly elected officers, new plans and goal to set a new record in support for the community.
Lucid Arts Design & Tattoo Studio is a place of “high-vibrational creativity and collaboration.” The studio opened this year at 37417 North Tom Darlington, Unit #1, in Carefree.
On March 17, the Desert Foothills Family YMCA was forced to close its facility to members. Valley YMCAs (Y) see a significant number of seniors, especially so at the Desert Foothills location. Raye Gall, district executive director, says that by March they had already noticed that fewer seni…
The Town of Carefree is offering a respite from the anxiety and stress that has permeated much of our recent lives. This November the Town is offering something we all can feel good about — opportunities to honor our veterans.
Our Lady of Joy Catholic Parish will hold its 13th annual Christmas Bazaar Friday, Nov. 13, and Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9am to 4pm each day.
The Art Galleries of Carefree launched the First Thursday’s Art Walk in downtown Carefree last month. The Art Walk features 13 unique and locally owned galleries offering a diversity of fine art, jewelry and home décor. Each participating gallery will have snacks and refreshments, as well as…
The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Studio Kinetics.
The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, Oct. 15, at the Foothills Animal Rescue Resale Boutique in Carefree.
The Holland Center will celebrate the Halloween season by presenting its inaugural Glass Pumpkin Patch Oct.16–18. The event will feature more than 1,000 whimsical, vibrantly colored glass pumpkins handmade by Gregory Tomb, a local glass artist known for his unique, intricate designs. The pum…
Fall is generally festival season in Arizona. The weather is perfect and winter visitors are in town, ready to shop, dine and explore. While residents can still look forward to the weather, so much else has been canceled, postponed or is still up in the air.
Taking its mission of “welcoming all members of the community as we challenge, inspire, educate, and entertain through theater arts” fully to heart, Desert Foothills Theater (DFT) is ready for a safe and exciting return to the stage.
Beginning Oct. 1, the Foothills Caring Corps will be expanding the qualifying trips for their medical transport program.
The Holland Center is a privately funded community center in the North Valley, serving North Scottsdale, North Phoenix, Carefree and Cave Creek. The center offers activities throughout the month, ranging from classes, lectures, theater performances and more. Here are just a few of the events…
The Boulders has been honored by Smart Meetings as “one of the best in the industry.” The resort was lauded for service excellence and distinctive meeting facilities and named on the 2020 Smart Stars award list as “Best Executive Retreat.” “We are incredibly proud to continue to receive this…
There is a new program to help the community find their own path to better health by connecting with nature through outdoor activity. Born from an understanding that spending time outdoors is critical to overall physical and mental well-being, Desert Foothills Land Trust, with the support of…
Catherine Marr, owner of Venues Café says that offering a comfortable and safe place for people to enjoy comfort food with a Southwest flair is what her business is all about. The restaurant, located 34 Easy Street, has been a Carefree mainstay for 10 years. “Entering the two story, red awni…
Earlier this year, after 15 years of service, Debbra Determan announced her intention to retire as executive director of Foothills Caring Corps (FCC). An executive search was launched, which resulted in the hiring of Robin Cochran in August. We caught up with the new director last month and …
The Kiwanis Club of Carefree is currently investigating new projects to fund. They are asking organizations, businesses and individuals to submit a request to fund projects of $25,000 up to $1 million. The Project/Funds Committee has been formed to evaluate these requests. The request form c…
The Foothills Caring Corps (FCC) Spread Joy Convoy was busy sharing smiles and bringing happiness to its “Neighbors” in July and August. Caring Corps volunteers gathered at the FCC office every Tuesday and Thursday to decorate vans and their own vehicles. Neighbors are called the day before …
Liberty Utilities Sewer Rate Increase Request When dealing with the utilities that provide services within our Town, the Town of Carefree has a responsibility to address the common interests of our residents and businesses. In doing so, we must also make sure that proper service is provided …
Sticks Golf & Cigar Lounge will host a Tap Take Over Night Aug. 21. The event will run 4–10pm at its Carefree location. All six of taps will feature different craft beers from Uncle Bear’s Brewery. The craft beers will be paired with Sticks’ feature, Gurkha’s just released 30th Annive…
The Town of Carefree announced in late June that, “in an effort to strengthen its working relationship with other municipalities and more effectively represent the interests of Carefree residents in important regional matters,” it has increased its representation within in the Maricopa Assoc…
The following statement and Proclomation was issued today by the Town of Carefree: “Yesterday, Governor Ducey in conjunction with health officials held a news conference to discuss the sharp increase in COVID-19 cases within the State of Arizona. In part, at this news conference, Governor …
Thunderbird Artists Gallery offers a safe, spacious, inspiring way to rejoin the outside world By Nancy Pellegrini Best-selling author Julia Cameron said that “art opens the closets, airs out the cellars and attics. It brings healing.” We may have spent our stay-at-home period reorganizing a…
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, the country will remember those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice for the safety of our nation. Last year, the Town of Carefree inaugurated a Memorial Day tribute in the Carefree-Cave Creek Cemetery to honor those men and women. This year, the challe…
Christmas in Carefree returns to the Carefree Desert Gardens, with holiday-themed events and special celebrations designed to welcome the spirit of the season. This year’s official Holiday Tree Lighting will take place Friday, Dec. 6, at 5pm in the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion and at the iconi…
This weekend, Carefree’ s Enchanted Pumpkin Garden becomes even more exciting with the addition of an official Great Pumpkin Commonwealth weigh-off. Several of the best giant gourd growers in the Southwest are bringing their obscenely large, fascinating, ginormous orange orbs to town Saturda…
Finding Messages of Hope Through Paintings & Prose — Thunderbird Artists Gallery Hosts Jeanne Bonine
Twenty-five years ago, Jeanne Bonine was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer and given just six to 12 months to live. She was in the process of moving to Arizona from Minnesota when she learned that she had to undergo surgery. On her 50th birthday she had a lumpectomy and days later, a mast…
The Carefree Restaurant Association invites Valley residents to Carefree’s very own Fall Restaurant Week, which will be held Sept. 29 – Oct. 5. During Restaurant Week, customers will have an opportunity to sample new and exciting menu offerings and in doing so support their local restaurants…
Area residents are invited to an afternoon of food, music, friendship and fun as the Town of Carefree hosts the Second Annual Community Block Party Saturday, April 6, 2–7pm, in Downtown Carefree along Easy Street and in the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion. “Everyone loved the Block Party last yea…
Our Lady of Joy Catholic Parish will hold its 12th annual holiday bazaar Friday, Nov. 2, and Saturday, Nov. 3, from 9am–4pm. The church is located at 36811 North Pima Road, on the northeast corner of Pima and Cave Creek roads in Carefree. The community event sponsored by Our Lady’s Guild fea…
Thunderbird Artists are gearing up for its first event of the 2018–19 season: the 25th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival, Nov. 2–4. The event marks the organizations 73rd fine art event on Easy Street in downtown Carefree. Attendees will immerse themselves in juried fine art, wi…
Busy in his gallery at 34 Easy Street in Carefree is one of Arizona’s most prolific contemporary artist. Above Venues Café — overlooking Easy Street with beautiful views of Black Mountain — is artist Lance Headlee and his Top Floor Gallery. Headlee’s spacious gallery has high wood beam ceili…
The Ted Phillip Denton Contemporary Art Gallery invites area residents to visit the gallery, and the other participating galleries in Carefree, during its First Friday Art Walk events (March 2, April 6 and May 4). Meet diverse artists, enjoy refreshments and engage in conversation about art…
The Town of Carefree will host its ninth annual Veterans Day presentation and musical tribute Saturday, November 11, 3–5 pm, in the Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion, located in the Carefree Desert Gardens, 101 Easy Street, in Downtown Carefree. The event will feature a mixture of patriotic and mil…
