Foothills library in Glendale finishes month with flourish

Foothills Library, 19055 N 57th Ave,, Glendale has three events featured in the second half of August. They are:

• Shake, Shimmy and Dance Party is from 10:15-10:45 a.m. or 11-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19. Join for a littles dance party. Shake instruments, shimmy and dance to children's music while enjoying the colorful lights. This party is for children up to 5 years old. Registration is required and each child needs to be individually registered for only one session.

• Foothills Community Drum Circle is from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26. This all-ages drum circle is presented by Miao's Music Wellness. Drumming can help connect, release, restore and heal. A limited number of instruments will be provided, but feel free to bring Djembes, bongos, congas, tablas, tambourines and other hand drums. No experience is necessary. Registration is required. Young children must have caregivers present.

• (Little) Big Band Grandstand Summer Concert is from 6-7:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27.. The musicians from Big Band Grandstand (minus the ones on vacation) will perform an array of big band favorites. Musicians who can sight read charts are encouraged to email bigbandgrandstand@gmail.com for information about joining. All players must bring their own music stands and instruments.