The Town of Carefree spotlighted Carefree Collective, the vintage and antique shop Joycelee has run in Los Portales Mall for nearly five years. It did well enough that she took a second space last year and doubled the inventory: kitchenware and glassware, vintage Pyrex, clothing, greeting cards, books and games, holiday decor, Jeep ducks. She sources much of it from the Midwest and through online auctions and learns the history behind each piece, so pick anything up and she will tell you where it came from. The town calls her its unofficial Carefree concierge, happy to hand out local recommendations along with the treasure. Note for planning a visit: with Los Portales Mall slated for redevelopment, the shop will be moving to a new location that has not been set yet. It is at 99 Easy Street, suites 201 to 205.
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Carefree’s amended council agenda lists a retail development tax incentive agreement with SimonCRE Maroon IV and a separate wash-maintenance agreement for Craig’s Crossing for discussion and possible action on Tuesday, November 10. The meeting starts at 5 p.m. at Town Council Chambers, 33 Easy Street in Carefree. These are scheduled decisions, not approvals; check the town’s agenda for changes and the meeting record afterward for the outcome.
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Ranger Eric leads a plant hike at Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area, 44000 N. Spur Cross Road, on November 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The loop uses Metate Trail and part of Spur Cross Trail, with rocky, uneven ground. Register by November 18 at 602-506-2930, extension 8; the limit is 20 people. Meet by the trailhead picnic ramada and portable toilets using the event page’s map. Bring your own water. Entry is $5 per person, with children under 15 free; bring cash or an accepted pass. Check park alerts before visiting.
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A ranger-led scorpion hike is scheduled for November 29, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Cave Creek Regional Park, 37019 N. Lava Lane. Meet at Slate Trailhead for a 3-mile out-and-back walk. Bring water, protective clothing, sturdy shoes and a charged flashlight; an optional blacklight can help with the search. Register by November 28 at 602-506-2930, extension 8; the limit is 25 people. Standard vehicle entry is $10. The park currently reports a water-leak closure of its Nature Center and trailhead restrooms, with campground restrooms available. Check current facilities and program status when registering.
