Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the website: www.auburntourism.com.
“Whole New World” Spring Celebration: 1:54 p.m. assembly, May 25, Auburn Mountainview High School gym, 28900 124th Ave. SE. Presented by the Auburn Mountainview Multicultural Club. Cultural diversity program includes performances, lunch activities, games. Lunch times are 10:38-11:10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.- 12:02 p.m. Public welcome. For more information, call Michelle Ho, club co-president, at 206-920-9103 or email amhsmcc@gmail.com.
UP2U Dog Rescue Pet Adoption: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., May 26, Petco, 27111 167th, Covington. Nonprofit organization provide safe and caring foster homes for small breed dogs. For more information, call 253-638-1064.
Veterans’ remembrance ceremony: 11 a.m., May 28, Auburn Veterans’ Memorial behind Auburn High School’s Memorial Stadium, 411 E St. NE. Presented by American Legion Auburn Post 78. Following will be a flag disposal ceremony for torn, tattered, faded or worn-out American flags.
Auburn Valley Y Father/Daughter Dance: 5:30 p.m., June 3, The Rainier Room, above OddFellas, 102 W Main St. Spend an enchanted evening with their little princesses at the Y’s Fairy Tale Night-Father/Daughter Dance. Enjoy music, dancing, light snacks, beverages and more. Couples will also receive a complimentary photo. Registration is required and space is limited. Cost: $28 – 48 (per couple). For more information or to register, visit www.auburnvalleyymca.org.
All High School Drags: 9 a.m., June 9, Pacific Raceways, 31001 144th Ave SE, Kent. One of the largest single-day high school drag races on the West Coast. Presented by Primus International, Pep Boys Service & Tire Centers, Green River Community College and Bracketstars. On the line will be scholarships from GRCC’s Trades Division, bragging rights, and the chance to race an NHRA professional racer at the O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Northwest Nationals in August. Racers under 18 must have a signed parent permission form available at www.pacificraceways.com. General Admission: $15 for persons 15 and older; $10 admission with ASB Card; juniors $5; kids 6 and under are free;$5 charge for VIP spectator parking in the pits or free parking in Lot A.
Auburn International Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Sundays, June 10-Sept. 23, Auburn Sound Transit Plaza, 23 A St. SW. Opening its fourth season. Features more than 40 vendors offering a variety of fresh locally grown farm-based foods, hand-crafted items, and a concession stand that is restaurant-based but features a home-cooked taste. The market includes free performances, guest chef demonstrations with farm-fresh ingredients, children’s activities and classes on health, nutrition, and gardening. For more information, visit www.auburnfarmersmarket.org.
Auburn Valley Y Super Hero Training: 2 p.m., June 23, Auburn Valley Y, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. Calling all superheroes. The world needs your help. Use your super-strength and skills to catch the villain and defeat the obstacle course. Come dressed as your favorite super hero (sidekicks welcome). Cost: $12-24. Register at www.auburnvalleyymca.org.
22nd annual Tour de Pierce Bike Ride: 7:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. June 24, Western Washington Fairgrounds, Gold parking lot, South Meridian and 9th Avenue Southeast, Puyallup. Ride includes 30- and 50-mile marked routes. The 12-mile route is designed for families or for those new to biking. All routes include maps and cue sheets, a rest stop with refreshments, and rest rooms. Pre-registration fee by June 8 is $12 per person or $36 for a family of four from the same household. Pre-ordered Sport Tek Competitor Tees are $15. For an application, call 253-841-8515 or on line at www.piercecountywa.org/parks.
Veggie Car Races: 1-4 p.m., June 30, Mary Olson Farm, 28728 Green River Road, Auburn. Gentleman start your turnips. Kids can build race cars out of vegetables and watch as they zoom down an inclined track. Free event. For more information, visit wrvmuseum.org.
Auburn Sidewalk Sale: July 20-22, downtown Auburn. Organizers looking for musicians. Casual venue and strolling musicians welcomed. For information call 253-833-2750 and ask for John. Also offering free booths to any Auburn business. If interested, call 253-709-0000. For more information about the Sidewalk Sale, please attend a mixer, open to Auburn businesses, at 6-7:30 p.m., June 7, the Rainbow Cafe’s banquet room, 112 E. Main St.
Algona Days: 5-9 p.m., July 20; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 21, Matchett Park, 402 Warde St., Algona. Vendors needed. Outdoor movie, entertainment, games, a train ride and other activities are planned. Cost for a booth is $35 or $50 if electricity is needed. Call 253-833-2897 for an application.
Algona Days 3on3 Basketball Tournament: July 21-22, Matchett Park, 402 Warde St., Algona. Presented by the City of Algona, in partnership with the Auburn Valley Y. Age divisions are: elementary boys (ages 8-9, 10-11); elementary girls (8-9, 10-11); teen boys (12-14, 15-18) and teen girls (12-14, 15-18). Cost is $65 per team. All teams will play a minimum of three games. Algona residents and Auburn Valley Y members will receive a $15 discount. For more information, contact Shawniene Kaufman, Auburn Valley Y, at 253-876-7561 or skaufman@seattleymca.org; or Kevin Caviezel, City of Algona, at 253-833-2897 or kevinc@algonawa.gov
Benefits
Mad Dog Boot Camp Fitness: 10:30-11:30 a.m., May 26, Chinook Elementary playground, 3502 Auburn Way S. Free fitness boot camp to support the Auburn Food Bank. Your only requirement to attend is to donate at least one canned or boxed food, baby products, or hygiene/personal care products for the cause. Organic products welcome. Free camp offered every other Saturday: June 9, 23; July 14, 28; Aug. 11, 25.
Domestic Violence Task Force Community Yard Sale: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 2, Grace Community Church parking lot, 1320 Auburn Way S. Proceeds benefit Survivors of Domestic Violence & Humane Society. Please bring gently used items to the church after 3 p.m. June 1. Donations are tax deductible. Fore more information, call 253-931-3072 , email sdavid@auburnwa.gov or visit www.ccradv.org.
Rainier Middle School PTA Community Yard/Craft Sale and Used Book Sale: 8 a.m-4 p.m., June 2, Rainier Middle School, 30620 116th Ave. SE. Auburn. Presented by the school’s PTA, in conjunction with the City of Auburn Garage Sale weekend. For more information, call Matthew Kwartin at 253-332-5861.
Tyler Tanner Motorsports & EF-65 Golf Tournament: 1:30 p.m., June 3, Auburn Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE. Proceeds benefit The Tyler Tanner Motorsports & Big Al Kid’s & Motorsports Foundation, which provides motorsports trips and racing opportunities to kids battling cancer and childhood cancer survivors. Costs: $95 per person (18 holes with cart); $125 (golf and dinner, discounted); $40 (dinner guest only). Hole and event sponsorships available. Please mail entries to: 15209 SE 330th Way, Auburn WA 98092 RSVP by May 16. For more information, visit www.bigalkidsandmotorsportsfoundation.org or www.tylertanner.com, or email: leanne@tylertanner.com.
Health
Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m., May 29, Auburn Riverside High, 501 Orvetz Road, Auburn; 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m., May 30, Auburn Riverside High, 501 Orvetz Road, Auburn; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., June 2, Albertsons, 4010 A St. SE; 11:30 a.m.-3:30 pm., June 8, Gordon Trucking/Valley Freightliner, 151 Stewart Road SW, Pacific; 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., June 14, Costco Wholesale, 1802 M St. NW; 1-5 p.m., June 21-22, Washington Conference of Seventh-day Adventist, 5000 Auburn Way S. For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.
Puget Sound Blood Center drives: 12:30-3:30 p.m., June 12, GSA, 400 15th St. SW; 8:30-11 a.m., June 12, Aero Controls Inc., 1610 20th St. NW; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., June 13, Social Security, 1901 C St. SW, Auburn; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., June 15, Auburn Regional Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., June 21, Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main Set; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., June 22, Ohl, 2202 Perimeter Road, No. 101. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.
Stress Management Workshop: 6:30-8:30 p.m., May 24, Auburn Valley Y, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. Join Brent Grider, MPH, CN and Stephanie Norton-Bredl, RYT, for an informative and relaxing workshop on how to manage stress in your life. Learn: effects of stress on the body; the differences between chronic and acute stress; healthy strategies to reduce and manage stress; breathing and relaxation exercises to help manage the effects of stress. Workshop ends with a basic relaxation focused yoga class, appropriate for all ages and abilities. Wear comfortable clothing. You will have the option to use a chair instead of a mat. To register or for more information, contact Norton-Bredl at 253-876-7552 or snortonbredl@seattleymca.org.
Whooping cough immunization clinic: 9:30-11:30 a.m., May 31, Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 9th St. SE. Provided by the senior center in partnership with Rite Aid Pharmacy. If not covered by your insurance, the cost is $64.50 per vaccine. However, it is a benefit covered by a majority of insurance plans. Please stop by the center before May 24 to get the necessary forms for the shot. If you have to pay for the shot, the Rite Aid Pharmacy will contact you with the price.
Classes
Auburn Police Department Citizen’s Academy: All classes meet at the Auburn Police Department, 340 E. Main St. The academy is open to any Auburn citizen, 18 years or older. Applications are available on the City of Auburn website. For more information, call 253-931-3035 or visit www.auburnwa.gov/emergency/police.asp.
Rain garden workshop: 7-8:30 p.m., May 24, Auburn Mountainview High School, 28900 124th Ave. SE (use parking lot entrance off 132nd Avenue Southeast). Auburn’s Soos Creek Botanical Gardens and Auburn Mountainview present free event. Participants learn how to create their own rain gardens to help protect Puget Sound. Marilyn Jacobs, of Raindog Designs, of Gig Harbor, is guest speaker. To join the campaign or to obtain more information, visit www.12000RainGardens.org.
Clubs
Striped Water Poets: Meet every Tuesday, 7- 9 p.m., at Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. A roundtable critique and welcoming of new poets.
Libraries
NOTE: The main Auburn Library has closed for yearlong expansion. It reopened at its temporary location, the former Herr Cabinets building, at 1140 Auburn Way S., behind Big Daddy’s Drive-in. For program information, call 253-931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Monday Morning Story Time: 10:15 a.m., June 4. Ages 2 to 6 with adult. Explore early literacy through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.
Wacky Wednesday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m., May 30, June 6. Ages 3 to 6. Fun stories, flannel board and songs for kids and their families.
Pajammin’ Party Concert: Noon, June 22, Les Gove Park. Presented by Brian Waite Band. Ages 3 and older with adult. When Brian and Todd fall asleep with their bellies stuffed full of snacks, find yourself in the middle of their zany dreams, being chased by furry sharks and buzzing around a magical forest with a giant bumble bee. PJ’s welcome.
Ready-Set-Read: If you are in elementary school, take the Reading Challenge. Read at least 20 minutes per day for 20 days within a month and choose a new paperback book at your community library. Forms are available online at http://www.kcls.org/parents/kidsandreading/rsr/ and at the library.
TEENS
Read Three, Get One Free: Read three books, write three short thoughtful reviews and get a new paperback book free. Pick up an entry form at any KCLS library or online at www.kcls.org/read3. Sponsored by the KCLS Foundation.
Teen Book Club Reads: 4:30 p.m., June 12. “Divergent” by Veronica Roth. The book club meets once a month to discuss the book of the month and share what we’ve been reading. New members are always welcome.
Microwave Madness: 3:30 p.m., June 12, PRAB Gymnasium, Les Gove Park, 910 9th Street.Learn to make easy and delicious snacks with a microwave. Recipes and ingredients will be provided.
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.
English as a Second Language (ESOL): Due to the building remodel, the Auburn Library is no longer hosting ESOL classes. Classes are now being offered at the Green River Community College Downtown Auburn Center, 110 2nd St. SW, Room 145; phone number 253-833-9111. Additional classes continue to be offered at Algona-Pacific Library, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6-8:30 p.m.
Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m., June 2, 6, 9, 13. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.
Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 6:30 p.m., June 12, Zola’s Cafe, 402 E Main St. “Straight Man or Bridge of Sighs” by Richard Russo.
Computer classes: Sign-up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018. • Computer Class: Internet Level 1, 10 a.m., June 12, Techlab mobile classroom. • Microsoft Excel Level 1, 11:30 a.m., June 12, Techlab mobile classroom.
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Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Baby Story Time: 10:15 a.m., May 30, June 20, 27. Newborn to 24 months with adult. Stimulate brain development with bounces, rhymes, stories and play time. One baby per lap, please.
Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m., June 26. Ages 2 to 3 with adult.
Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., June 26. Ages 3 to 5 with adult.
Spanish Story Times: 6:30 p.m., May 29. All young children welcome with adult.
Monster Dreams Puppet Show: 10:30 a.m., June 19. What do monsters dream about? In this exciting, heartwarming and hilarious puppet show, one little monster decides to follow his dreams. But when his dreams get strange, where will it take him?
Ready-Set-Read: If you are in elementary school, take the Reading Challenge. Read at least 20 minutes per day for 20 days in one month and choose a new paperback book at your community library. Other Information: Forms are available online at http://www.kcls.org/parents/kidsandreading/rsr/ and at the library.
TEENS
Teen Zone: 3 p.m., May 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20. Open to teens in middle and high school. Drop in and get your game on, surf the Internet or hit the books. The Teen Zone is the place where you and your friends can snack, hang out, study, play video games and pick up a good book.
Microwave Madness: 1 p.m., June 21. Learn to make easy and delicious snacks with a microwave. You will get to taste all the recipes before you take them home to try out. Recipes and ingredients will be provided.
Read Three, Get One Free: Read three books, write three short thoughtful reviews and get a new paperback book free. Pick up an entry form at any KCLS library or online.
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. • Internet Level 1, 6:30 p.m., June 11. Learn how to browse the Internet, type addresses, understand basic Internet vocabulary and use search engines. Prerequisite: Ability to use the mouse. • Facebook Basics, 2 p.m., June 16. Learn the basics of the social networking web site Facebook. Instructor will demonstrate how to use the site, why it’s useful, discuss privacy, and help set up an account. Prerequisites: Basic understanding of the Internet and must have an email account.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): 6 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m., June 20. “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott. Share your love of books and connect with fellow readers. Copies of this title have been reserved for participants and are available for check out at the library. New members are always welcome.
Drop In to Learn about eBooks: 2 p.m., May 26, June 9, 25. Learn how to download KCLS eBooks to your eReader or computer. Look at popular eReaders, OverDrive and Adobe Digital Editions software and ask questions.
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Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road SE., Auburn. 253-931-6779. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Baby Story and Play Times: 10:30 a.m., May 24, 31, June 7, 21, 28. Babies will be bouncing to fun rhymes and stories. Short play time follows.
Stories and Strings Story Time: 11 a.m., May 30, June 6, 13. Come for a rockin’ good time of stories, songs and silliness.
Raccoon Tunes and Possum Tales Music Show: 11 a.m., June 20. Ages 3 and older. As you are crawling into bed, other critters in the neighborhood are just beginning to stir. Join this children’s author and award-winning songwriter and his trash can dwelling buddy, Nelson Raccoon, for a high-participation nighttime celebration featuring puppets and poetry, songs and silliness.
Ready-Set-Read: If you are in elementary school, take the Reading Challenge. Read at least 20 minutes per day for 20 days within a month and choose a new paperback book at your community library. Forms are available online at http://www.kcls.org/parents/kidsandreading/rsr/ and at the library.
ADULTS, TEENS
Read Three, Get One Free: Read three books, write three short, thoughtful reviews and get a new paperback book free. Pick up an entry form at any KCLS library or online at www.kcls.org/read3. Sponsored by the KCLS Foundation.
COMPUTER CLASSES
Looking to sharpen your technology skills?: If you’re interested in attending a class, please call 253-931-6779. • One-On-One Computer Assistance, 6 p.m., May 24, June 7, 21. Do you need extra help on the computer? Have a special project you’re working on? Want to create an email account? A KCLS NetMaster instructor can give you one-on-one assistance.
Drop In to Learn about eBooks: 2 p.m., June 4, 23. Learn how to download KCLS eBooks to your eReader or computer. Look at popular eReaders, OverDrive and Adobe Digital Editions software and ask questions.
Network
Auburn Area Chamber “Connecting for Success” Networking 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.
Evergreen Eye Center Public Open House: 5:30-8 p.m., May 31, Evergreen Eye Center, 700 M St. NE, Auburn. The public is invited to an open house celebration of the grand opening of Evergreen’s new state-of-the art eye facility. For more information, call 800-250-7978 or vist www.evergreeneye.com.
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, $5.75 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.
Entertainment
We The Kings and Imagine Dragons Concert: 7-9 p.m., May 25, Green River Community College, Lindbloom Center, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Tickets: $10-20. For more information, call 253-833-9111 ext. 2400 or visit www.wethekingsmusic.com.
Pacific Ballroom Dance, “Dance Into The Light”: 7 p.m., June 1-2; 2 p.m. June 2, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. A showcase of originally choreographed ballroom dances, featuring Washington’s youth ballroom formation teams. The showcase includes the Latin beat of sambas, cha-chas, jives and the Lindy Hop, as well as the drama of a tango and a Paso-Doble. Dancers will waltz across the floor, others will show off the foxtrot and quickstep and share the romantic dance of love, the rumba. Tickets: $15 for the evening shows, $12 for the matinee. For more information or to order tickets, visit www.pacificballroom.org.
“Footloose”: 7:30 p.m., June 1, 2, 8, 9; 2 p.m., June 3, 9, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Presented by the Auburn Community Players. Tickets: $12 regular, $10 students, seniors ($15 and $13 at the door). Call 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or online through Brown Paper Tickets at www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
Harmony Kings’ 51st annul show, “I Believe in Music”: 7 p.m., June 9; 2 p.m. June 10, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Special guets Northwest Vocal Project, Jet Cities Chorus (SAI) the Town Squires Quartet and the Auburn Mountainview High School A Cappella Choir. Tickets: $18 adults, $5 for ages 18 and under. For more information, visit www.harmonykings.org.
Poetry at The Station Bistro: 7-10 p.m., first Mondays of each month, Bistro, 110 Second St. SW, Suite 125, Auburn. Poets featured at the open mic venue. Presented by The Station Bistro, the Northwest Renaissance, Auburn Striped Water Poets. Event is free. Open to poets of every age and skill level. For more information, contact mcbreenpost@aol.com.
Zola’s Cafe: Live music every Friday, 7-9 p.m., 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. For information, contact Sonia Kessler at the cafe at 253-333-9652.
Reunions
Auburn High School Class of 1982: July 27-29. For times, locations, events, visit www.ahs1982reunion.com. Program: July 27: Graduates gather at BB Magraws, 440 16th St. NE, Auburn, for food, drink and fun. Arrive early and stay late. Saturday: Main event gala, The Field House, Enumclaw Expo Center, 45224 284th Ave. SE, from 6 p.m.-midnight. Sunday: Graduates and families come together at Auburn’s Sunset Park, 1306 69th St SE, beginning at 11 a.m., for an old-fashioned picnic.
Auburn High School Class of 72: 6-11 p.m., Aug. 18, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Relaxed, casual evening as classsmates reconnect with old friends, share laughs and rekindle memories. Cost: $60 per person, For more information, contact Jon Peninger at 253-631-0818 or auburn72@comcast.net, or visit www.auburn72reunion.info.
Dance
Children’s Dance Theater: Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for program information. New location at 122 W. Main St.
Auburn Dance Academy: Visit www.auburndanceccademy.com or call 253-833-1891 for program information. The academy is located at 1811 Howard Road, Suite 100.
Museums
White River Valley Museum: Events: Explore the historic world of moving massive materials to market in the new exhibit. Rails to Sails, Tracking the Sound’s Industry Boom from Shore to Ship, on display from April 25-July 29. From the earliest days, the extractive industries of logging, mining and agriculture needed to expand their markets beyond the Puget Sound region to sustain or grow their operations. When railroads became available products could be shipped to one of the deep-water ports on Puget Sound and then sail to markets worldwide. 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.
Galleries
Auburn City Hall: May exhibit: Cal Capener’s oil paintings focus primarily on landscapes of the Pacific Northwest and his travels abroad, as well as portraits, florals, animals and western scenes. For additional information on the artist, visit the Olympia Art League website. Gallery is located at 25 W. Main St. Admission is free. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.
Pacific Poetry Gallery: Through May. “Poems on Posters.” Work of Alpac Elementary students and the Striped Water Poets of Auburn. Gallery is located at Pacific City Hall, 100 Third Ave. SE. Admission is free. Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays.
