Events

Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to www.auburntourism.com.

Zumiez Couch Tour: 12:30-7 p.m. May 25, The Outlet Collection Seattle (formerly Supermall), 1101 Supermall Way, Auburn. LRG presents an afternoon of live music by Kid Ink, and a pro skateboard demo from its own Tom Asta, Billy Marks, Tommy Sandoval, Jack Curtin, Trent McClung and Carlos Ribeiro. Featuring an interactive festival village with booths and prizes from Neff, Oakley, Sector 9 and Skullcandy, as well as free games and giveaways from Zumiez. No tickets required. For more info, call 253-931-1916or visit www.zumiezcouchtour.com.

Princess Event: 10-11:30 a.m. June 2, Junior Achievement Building, 1610 Perimeter Road SW, Auburn. Join the Auburn Valley Y for an enchanted afternoon with your favorite princesses. Parent-child event includes light snacks, tea, performances, meet and greets, and an opportunity to take pictures with the princesses. Come dressed as your favorite character. Sign up today. Cost: $20 YMCA members, $30 non-members. Info: scrane@seattleymca.org.

Partridge for Mayor, Election Rally: 4:30-7:30 p.m. June 6, Auburn Memorial Park, William C. Warren Building, 405 E. St. Committee to Elect John Partridge hosts. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. followed by a short program at 5. There will be snacks, music and a chance to chat with the candidate. For more information, call 253-350-4922 or visit www.votepartridge.com and the Facebook fan page: John Partridge for Mayor of Auburn.

Auburn International Farmers Market Opens: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 9 (through Sept. 22), Auburn Sound Transit Plaza, 23 A St. SW. Featuring more than 40 vendors offering a variety of fresh locally grown farm-based foods, hand-crafted items, and concession stand that are restaurant-based but feature a home-cooked taste. The market is coordinated by the City of Auburn. It also will include free performances, guest chef demonstrations with farm-fresh ingredients, children’s activities, and classes on health, nutrition and gardening. Information: 253-266-2726, www.auburnfarmersmarket.org.

Second annual Juneteenth celebration: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 15, Kent Senior Center, 600 E. Smith St. Community-wide event features programs, information, vendors, food, entertainment and speakers while commemorating African American freedom and emphasizing education and achievement. Free and open to the public. KBAC seeks a major co-sponsor for the event. If interested, please contact Richard Johnson, director of project funding for KBAC, May 20 at 253-631-7944 or ajrj01@msn.com. To learn more about the organization, call 253-852-0614 or visit www.kentblackactioncommission.com.

South King County Stand Down & Veteran Families Resource Fair: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 8, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Military and veteran families plus homeless veterans welcome to attend. Free services and referrals available include VA benefit and claims assistance, employment resources, financial and rent assistance, medical and dental, housing assistance, individual and family counseling resources, childcare, haircuts, food and clothing. Information: 206-802-5578, www.southkingcountystanddown.org.

Kids Day: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. June 21, Les Gove Park, 910 9th St. SE, Auburn. Live entertainment, inflatable rides, arts and crafts, face painting, more than 70 activity and information booths, miniature golf, rides, food concessions. Free. Leashed, licensed and well-behaved pets welcome. Information: 253-931-3043, www.auburnwa.gov.

Auburn Wine Art Music Festival: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. July 20, downtown Auburn. Auburn Downtown Association, City of Auburn, City of Auburn Arts, Parks and Recreation, and the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce/Tourism present the event. Merchant Market on Main host. Specialty vendors, food, music, dance, entertainment, other activities. Wine and beer tasting 2-10 p.m. Information: www.auburndt.org.

Memorial Day

Memorial Day of Remembrance: 10 a.m. May 27, Mountain View Cemetery, flag plaza, 2020 Mountain View Drive, Auburn. Cemetery will display many American flags on the grounds and at each veteran’s grave site decorated with a small flag donated by Auburn’s VFW Post 1741. The ceremony will include comments by Mayor Peter Lewis; a performance of “God Bless America” and the national anthem by Auburn Mountainview Choir soloist Nicole Costa, an invocation by Chaplain Michael Hursh; a color guard presentation by Boy Scout Troops 398 of Federal Way and Auburn’s Troop 401; comments by Commander Tony Dohse from Auburn VFW Post 1741; and a rifle salute and “Taps” by the Inter-Tribal Warrior Society. Special office hours during the Memorial Day weekend to assist families are: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, 12-4 p.m. Sunday and 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 27. For more information, call 253-931-3028 or visit www.mtviewcemeteryauburn.com.

Memorial Day Remembrance: 11 a.m. May 27, Veterans Memorial Park, 411 E St. NE, Auburn. Ceremony. Public is invited.

Hillcrest Memorial Park: 10 a.m. May 27, 1005 Reiten Road, Kent. Presented by American Legion post 15 and Kentwood High School JROTC.

Tahoma National Cemetery: 1 p.m. May 27, 18600 SE 240th St., Kent. Information: 425-413-9614.

Benefits

Botanical Garden Plant Sale: 10 a.m. May 31, June 1, Soos Creek Botanical Garden, 29308 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. Fill in your garden beds with vigorous perennials from the gardens. Free, self-guided garden tours. Proceeds support growth and maintenance of the nonprofit public garden. Information: 253-639-0949, www.SoosCreekBotanicalGarden.org.

American Legion Post 78 of Auburn Garage Sale: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 1, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 2, Veterans Memorial Park, 411 E St. NE. Proceeds benefit the Post and its veterans mural project. For more information, contact Louie Lopez at 253-985-1796 or ritalou86@comcast.net.

Auburn Eagles Oyster Feed: 5-7 p.m. June 1, Auburn Eagles No. 2298, 702 M St. SE. All-you-can-eat benefit for $15. No take out. Dinner includes coleslaw and fries, or you can order a chicken dinner for $10. Tickets on sale at the Auburn Eagles or at the door. For more information, call 253-833-2298.

Helping Women In Transition: 7-10 p.m. June 7, Kent Senior Center, 600 E. Smith St., Kent. Food, entertainment and fashion show as the Lois Renfro Foundation and Hope+Help Counseling launch a new community program designed to equip and empower single mothers in transition. Teaching moms how to live healthy, have successful recovery and maintain parental rights. Proceeds support the program. Tickets: $30. For tickets, call Claudia 253-315-4450 or Hope+Help Counseling, 253-347-0428. For more information, visit www.loisrenfrofoundation.org.

Beat the Raven 5K Fun Run & Walk: 9 a.m. June 15, Auburn Riverside High School, 501 Oravetz Road. Benefits for the Auburn Riverside cross country team and the National MS Society. USATF-certified, out-and-back course. Cost: $25 pre-registration (includes T-shirt), $30 day of race. Contact: Tim Wright at 253-804-5154 or tawright@auburn.wednet.edu. Info: swift.auburn.wednet.edu/arhs/ccountry/index.php

Car Show 4 Kids: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 20, Coastal Farm & Ranch, 1425 Supermall Way, Auburn. Benefits the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.

Health

Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.

Puget Sound Blood Center drives:  For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.

Living Tobacco-free Weekly Free Support Group: 6 p.m. Wednesdays, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, second floor, Heart Care Center classroom, 202 N. Division St. Free one-hour weekly support group meeting open to adults and teens wanting to quit tobacco, newly quit, struggling with relapse or helping a friend quit tobacco. For more information, contact Heidi Henson at 253-223-7538 or hhenson@seattleymca.org.

Southeast King County Parkinson’s Disease support group: Meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 10:30 a.m., St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, 25810 156th Ave. SE, Covington. Group’s monthly lunches are on the first Tuesday of the month at the Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE, Auburn. For more information, contact Stephanie Lawson at 206-579-5206.

Gamblers Anonymous: For meeting times and locations, call toll free the Gamblers Anonymous Hotline 1-855-222-5542. Visit www.gawashington.org or www.gamblersanonymous.org for additional information.

Volunteers

Algona Days: The City is looking for vendors for this year’s celebration – Friday, July 19, 5-9 p.m. and Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.  If you are interested, applications can be found at www.algonawa.gov or you can contact Kevin Caviezel at City Hall 253-833-2897 or kevinc@algonawa.gov.

Soos Creek Botanical Garden: Soos Creek Botanical Garden, 29308 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. If you love plants, gardens and gardening, the 22-acre garden wants you. Volunteers are asked to dedicate 3-10 hours a week in either garden maintenance, docent tours or marketing. Volunteers need not be master gardeners. Soos Creek Botanical Garden is a nonprofit organization. Information: 253-639-0949, www.SoosCreekBotanicalGarden.org

Clubs

Striped Water Poets: Meets every Tuesday, 7- 9 p.m., at Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. A roundtable critique and welcoming of new poets.

Auburn Morning Toastmasters: Meets every Thursday morning, 6:30-7:30, Auburn Chamber of Commerce, 108 S. Division, Suite B.  Learn the fine art of communication and public speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere.  Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 253-735-1751.

Auburn Green Valley Prospecting Club: Meets 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of  each month, The River Estates Community Center, 3611 I St. NE, Auburn. Club promotes recreational prospecting, camaraderie and education with members, local organizations and youth groups throughout the Puget Sound Region.  Affiliated chapter of The Gold Prospectors Association of America. Offers places for individuals and families to go to prospect, local support, free information services. Membership is free and open to anyone who is interested in prospecting for gold or other precious minerals, metal detecting or rock hounding.  For more information,  call 253 833-2255 or visit  pnwgpaa.com/Washington/Auburn/Calendar.

Libraries

Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S. 253- 931-3018.  Library events include:

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Monday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m. June 17, 24. Ages 2 to 7 with adult.

Wednesday Infant Story Times: 10:15 a.m. June 19, 26. Ages newborn to 24 months with adult.

Thursday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m. June 20, 27. Ages 2 to 7 with adult.

Spanish Story Times: 10:30 a.m. May 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. All young children welcome with adult.

Play & Learn: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Newborn to age 5 with caregiver. Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art and playing.

Eric Herman’s Cool Tunes for Kids: 12:15 p.m. June 21. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Come for a rocking good concert in Les Gove Park during Auburn Kids’ Day.

Dig Into Magic: 7 p.m. June 27. Presented by Jeff Evans. Ages 4 and older with adult. Learn about mining for precious metals, facts about aquifers of drinking water and the world’s deepest super cave while seeing some amazing magical stunts.

Summer Reading Program: Starts June 1. Get reading, earn prizes and enjoy fun programs. Ask at the library for details.

TEENS

Teen Zone: 3:30 p.m. May 29, June 5, 12. Snack, hang out, study, play video games and pick up a good book.

Study Zone: 3 p.m. May 28, June 4, 11, 18; 5 p.m., June 3, 10, 17;  6 p.m. May 29. June 5, 12, 19. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.

Teen Book Club: 4 p.m. June 18. “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green.

Teen Writers’ Group: 3:30 p.m. June 7. Meet other teen authors, share what you’ve been writing, improve your craft and have fun.

Creative Cat: 3 p.m. June 3, 17. Learn how to make stop animation, puppets, play life size chess, and other creative activities.

Harry Potter Geek Out: 3:30 p.m. June 6. Love Harry Potter? Dress up as your favorite character and come to the library for an afternoon of everything Harry Potter and friends. Crafts, games, movies, prizes and snacks.

Monday Afternoon Movie: 3 p.m. June 24. Contact the library for movie title.

ADULTS

Book a Librarian: Free 30-minute appointments to help you with your information needs. Please come to the library or call 253-931-3018 to make an appointment.

English as a Second Language (ESL) : 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. No class on May 27. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 2 p.m. June 1; 3 p.m. June 5, 9. Get started with KCLS eBooks. Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.

Genealogy Assistance: 1-3 p.m. June 1, 5, 8, 19; 6-8 p.m. June 12. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.

Computer classes: Sign-up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018. • One-on-One Assistance, noon, 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. May 28; • Introduction to Computers, noon, June 3; • One-on-One Assistance, 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. June 12; • Word Level 3, 10 a.m. June 26; • Microsoft Excel Level 3, 10 a.m. June 29.

A Place at the Table: 2 p.m. June 3. The American Cheese Renaissance – Creating a Food Civilization. There is no denying the incredible growth in the production and enjoyment of artisan cheeses in the U.S., but how does this popularity fit into the larger picture of creating a food civilization that can sustain itself? Cheesemaker and author Gianaclis Caldwell, Pholia Farm Creamery, offers some insight as to the role that cheesemakers and consumers today can play in being a part of a food movement that becomes a food culture. Join in the discussion and taste some of Pholia Farm’s Slow Food Presidium recognized cheeses.

Auburn Library Book Club: 7 p.m. June 11.”The Snow Child” by Eowyn Ivey.

ESL Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays beginning June 24. Registration is 5 p.m. June 19, first come, first served. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.

Discover Your Family History, an Introduction to Genealogy: 2 p.m. June 22. For beginners. Interested in tracing your family history but don’t know where to start? Claudia Breland, a professional genealogist with over 35 years of experience, will walk you through the early steps of this exciting pastime. Learn how to start filling out pedigree charts and interviewing relatives before you sit down at the computer, discover free sources online and at the library, and explore the different types of books and magazines to help you on your way.

Friends of the Auburn Library Meeting: 7 p.m. June 25.

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Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m. June 18. Ages 2 to 3 with adult.

Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m. June 18. Ages 3 to 5 with adult.

Spanish Story Times: 6:30 p.m. May 28, June 4, 11; 10:30 a.m. June 19, 26. All young children welcome with adult.

The Big Dig Concert: 10:30 a.m. June 25. Presented by Eric Ode. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Join this award winning songwriter and author for a high-participation music and poetry program featuring songs about underground critters, buried treasure and all things muddy.

Summer Reading Program: Starts June 1. Get reading, earn prizes and enjoy fun programs. Ask at the library for details.

TEENS

Teen Zone: 3 p.m. May 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26. Play video games, get online, do homework, hang out or read a book.

Teen Book Club: 3 p.m. May 28. “Trapped” by Michael Northrop.

Study Zone: 6 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays through June 5. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.

Teen Book Swap: 3:30 p.m. June 13. Trade in your gently used books for new book to take home to keep.

Pizza and Books: 3:30 p.m. June 25. Come and discuss what books you’re reading while eating free pizza.

Make Your Own Marble Magnets: 3:30 p.m. June 27. Make and decorate your own marble magnets.

ADULTS

Book a Librarian: Free 30-minute appointments to help you with your information needs. Please come to the library or call 253-931-3554 to make an appointment.

Computer Class: Registration required. Please sign up at the Information Desk or call 253-833-3554. • Microsoft Excel Level 1, 6:30 p.m. June 5; • One-On-One Computer Assistance: 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m. June 18; • Microsoft Word Level 1, noon, June 24.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL): 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Presented by Green River Community College. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.

Drop-In to Learn about eBooks: 3 p.m. June 17. Get started with KCLS eBooks. Bring your eReader, tablet, phone or just your questions.

Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m. June 19, “The Girl from Yamhill” by Beverly Cleary

A Place at the Table: KCLS invites everyone to find A Place at the Table. We’ll toss around fresh ideas about food, cooking, nutrition and growing and using locally produced food. In addition to offering new food ideas, preparation and planning skills, and handy online classes, videos and resources, the series will help everyone create a nourishing table by accepting non-perishable food donations, to be distributed to local King County food banks. www.kcls.org/cooks

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Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road SE., Auburn. 253-931-6779. Library events include:

COMPUTER CLASSES

Looking to sharpen your technology skills?:  If you’re interested in attending a class, please call 253-931-6779.

Network

Auburn Area Chamber “Connecting for Success” Breakfast: 8-9 a.m., the first Wednesday of every month. Sponsored by the Auburn Chamber of Commerce. Cost: $5, includes continental breakfast. Auburn Area Chamber Board Room, 108 S. Division, Suite B. 253-833-0700.

Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce Partnership Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., the third Tuesday of every month, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive.  Register online through the chamber.

Free Seminar, Veteran’s Burial Benefits: 6 p.m. May 29, Price-Helton Funeral Home,  702 Auburn Way N. Refreshments will be served. The event is free and open to the public. Call 253-833-1165 for more information and to RSVP.

Reunions

3rd Annual Auburn High School Baseball Bash: 3-6 p.m. June 1, Longhorn Barbecue,635 C St. SW, Auburn. Reunion for the players of Troy. Coach Bob Moliter is special guest. Inviting friends, coaches, faculty and fans to attend. Free admission. Contact: Jon Peninger, 206-992-6750 or senior22006@comcast.net

Auburn High School Multi-Class Reunion Picnic: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Aug. 3, Veterans Memorial Park, 411 E St. NE, Auburn.  Potluck with plates, utensils and napkins furnished.  For more information, call 253-880-2500.

Seniors

Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE. 253-931-3016 or www.auburnwa.gov. Senior activities include:

• Senior Coffee Hours with the Mayor and Councilmembers: 10-11 a.m. the second Thursday of the month.

• Lunch: Monday-Friday, Salad bar begins at 11:30, Main meal is served at noon. Cost: $3 donation for ages 60 and over, $6 for those younger than 60.

• Movie Screenings: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. 50 cent suggested donation for refreshments.

• Monday Supper Club: 4:45-6 p.m. One Monday a month. Call 253-931-3016 for date and menu. Cost: $6 for all ages.

• Meals on Wheels: Senior services’ program offers home-delivered meals to home-bound seniors. For more information, call the center at 253-931-3016.

• Hiking Group 50+: Do you like the outdoors? Are you looking to get some more exercise? Don’t like to hike alone? Then we have the group for you. The group hikes 3-5 times a month throughout the Puget Sound region. The hikes range from 3-7 miles and are from easy to moderate. Please call 253 931-3016 for more information.

Museums

White River Valley Museum: Located at 918 H St. SE, Auburn. Regular admission: $2 adults, $1 seniors and children. Admission is free on Wednesdays and the fourth Sunday of the month. Call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org for tickets and event information.

Exhibits

Japanese Heritage, Washington Artists: Through July 28. Nihon/WA invites viewers to experience a wide spectrum of work created by artists of Japanese heritage in the Puget Sound region and see how each has chosen to include or step beyond heritage and history in their own content and style. Events: • Japanese Kite Workshop: 1-2:30 p.m. June 15. Master kite maker and artist Greg Kono will teach kids of all ages how to make a flyable giant coffee filter kites. All materials will be provided. $20 per student, registration is required.

Other events

Free Will Writing Workshop: Noon, May 26. Bob Pittman, an attorney in private practice in the Puget Sound area, leads the free workshop. His law practice is restricted to estate planning.  For more information, contact Pittman at 253-471-9779.

Galleries

Auburn City Hall:  Exhibit, through April 29: Members of the Auburn Valley Creative Arts showcase their artwork in April in various mediums.  Admission is free. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.

Auburn Valley Creative Arts Gallery: 108 S. Division St., Auburn. Hours:  10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m., Saturday. www.facebook.com/auburnvalleycreativearts. AVCA monthly meetings: 7 p.m., second Tuesday of each month.  Board meetings are at 5:45 p.m. Open to anyone wishing to volunteer and help steer AVCA to future goals.

Pacific Poetry Gallery: Exhibit, a free running display of works from April through May 31.  The gallery is open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at City Hall, 100 Third Ave. SE. Among the many distinguished versifiers are Peter Ludwin, who won the Auburn Days Open Mic Poetry Contest last year. His poem, “Wayward”, will be displayed alongside the works of Dick Brugger, Auburn’s first poet laureate, and other area poets. The Striped Water Poets gathered the poetry. Uniquely Auburn is financing the community event.