Events: Arizona - Phoenix - Scottsdale

Join the Desert Foothills Library for a “Red Carpet Evening” of glitz and glam at the 10th annual gala on Saturday, February 9, 2019, at 6 p.m. The Library, a 501c(3) nonprofit, invites the Valley community to one of the organization’s largest fundraisers of the year. The gala will take place at the Library, 38443 N. School House Road, in Cave Creek.

To purchase tickets, $200 per person, contact executive director David Court at 480-488-2286 or  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . The Library welcomes auction donations and sponsorship opportunities are available. All proceeds will benefit the Desert Foothills Library.

Gala attendees will enjoy hosted cocktails, a gourmet dinner, and a live and silent auction, all within the beautiful newly remodeled Desert Foothills Library facility. Entertainment includes performances by celebrated pianist Nicole Pesce and performers from the Phoenix Opera.

Nicole Pesce has played for legendary sports figures, Hollywood stars and former U.S. Presidents, including Muhammad Ali, Shaquille O’Neal, Chris Rock, George Bush, Sr., and Jimmy Carter. She has also appeared in The Moscow Ballet, The Cast of Mary Poppins, Mamma Mia and White Christmas. Performers from the Phoenix Opera will also delight the audiences with their beautiful voices.

For more information on the 10th annual gala “Red Carpet Evening,” visit the Library online at dfla.org or call 480-488-2286.