Events

Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the Web site: www.auburntourism.com.

King County Wastemobile: Service now is stationed at the northwest corner of the Auburn SuperMall, 1101 SuperMall Way, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday through Sunday. The service will be offered on the first and third full weekends of the month. Program offers a convenient place for residents to safely dispose of oil-based paint, propane tanks, motor oil and other hazardous household waste. The 2009 schedule is posted at www.govlink.org/hazwaste/disposal/Auburn and may be obtained by calling the Household Hazards Line (206-296-4692 or 1-888-TOXIC ED (869-4233); TTY relay: 711.

Auburn Valley YMCA Fall Family Social: 6:30-8 p.m., Oct. 23, Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. Activities include a scavenger hunt, face painting, costume parade, guess the goo, caramel apple walk, trick or treat, hot cider, popcorn and a healthy snack. Families need to bring their own pumpkins for the pumpkin decorating stations. Also, there will be a photo corner so families should bring their cameras. Cost: $10 per family, free for YMCA members. Sign up by calling 253-833-2770.

Fall, winter fashion show: 2-3 p.m., Oct. 23, Auburn Goodwill Store, 1519 Auburn Way S. Festive, career and casual wear to be shown. Free to the public. Affordable prices. For more information, contact event coordinator Gloria Ramirez, or manager Ryan Donicht at 253-939-1627.

Halloween Harvest Festival: 2-5 p.m., Oct. 24, Washington Elementary School, 20 E St. NE. Free event. Games, crafts, face painting, scary cookies, cauldrons of punch, trick-or-treating, Halloween photos and more. Sponsorship options available. For tickets, call 253 288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org.

Fall residential recycling: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 24, Auburn Riverside High School, 501 Oravetz Road. SE. Open to all King County households. Business and commercial loads will not be accepted. Accepted items include: scrap metal, bulky wood waste, refrigerators, freezers, and household air conditioners, tires, household items, mattresses, electronic equipment, concrete, rock, asphalt, brick, sinks, and toilets. Some restrictions apply. Computers, monitors, laptops and televisions will no longer be accepted at this event. You may recycle these materials at no charge at designated E-Cycle Washington locations. Call 1-800-RECYCLE or visit www.ecyclewashington.org. For more information about this event or recycling in Auburn, contact Kathleen Edman at 253-931-3047.

Trick or Treat: 5-8 p.m., Oct. 31, SuperMall, 1101 SuperMall Way, Auburn.

Auburn Eagles Veterans’ Day Celebration Breakfast, Lunch: 7-10 a.m., noon-2 p.m., Nov. 7, Auburn Eagles Aerie amd Auxiliary, 702 M St. SE, Auburn. Breakfasts at$6 will be served prior to the Veterans’ Day Parade and lunch afterward, also at $6 per plate. Members, families and guests welcome. For more information, call 253-833-2298.

44th annual Veterans Day Parade and Observance: Nov. 7. American Legion breakfast (7 a.m.); static display and exhibit showcase (9 a.m.); remembrance ceremony (9:45 a.m.); parade along Main Street (11 a.m.); marching band competition (1 p.m.). Presented by City of Auburn, KIRO 97.3 and KTTH 770.

Green River Montessori School 35th anniversary: 3-6 p.m., Nov. 21, Lindbloom Center, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St. The celebration includes those who might have attended or worked at any of the following locations: Diana Holz’s Family Child Care, Hill Top Drop Tot, The Children’s Garden, Sunshine Day Nursery and Green River Montessori School (GRMS). Alumni, friends, staff, community members and current GRMS families are invited. For details, visit www.GRMontessori.com and sign our alumni guest book.

Kennedy Catholic High School “Passport to Your Future” Open House: 6:30 p.m., Nov. 3, 140 S. 140th St., Burien. Sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade Students and families welcome to two-hour program. Students and families can enquire about honors and college-prep programs that: stimulate academic achievement; support students in expressing high social principles; nurture spiritual growth; offer more than 40 college credits and more than 40 extra-curricular activities. For more details, call the school office at 206-246-0500 or visit www.kennedyhs.org.

Benefits

WRVM Halloween Costume Ball, Auction: 6-11 p.m., Oct. 24. Muckleshoot Casino, upstairs eastside banquet rooms, 2402 Auburn Way S. Benefiting education programs at the White River Valley Museum and Mary Olson Farm. Dance Band, “Soul’d Out”, will perform. Costumes, formal or semi formal attire appropriate. No masks allowed in casino. Raffle, food, dancing. Cost: $50 a person, tables of 8. For tickets and sponsorships, call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org.

Waddell & Reed’s Oktoberfest: 4-8 p.m., Oct. 29, The Truitt Building, 102 W. Main St., Auburn. Benefit for ACAP Child & Family Services. Free beer tasting, brats, live music, open forum for market concerns, prizes. Please R.S.V.P. no later than Oct.23. Space is limited. Call 253-474-9555 or 253-927-3808.

GriefWorks’ breakfast: 7-8:30 a.m., Oct. 30, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 410 H. St. NE. Popular television personality Tony Ventrella will be the keynote speaker. For more information, call 253-333-9420 or visit the Website at www.GriefWorks.org.

Halloween haunted house and community event: Oct. 30-31, evening hours, 2208 A St. SE, Auburn. Sponsored by Pets N Things Plus. Admission is free. Cash and unwrapped new toy donations to benefit Toys For Tots and Northwest Harvest. 253-887-8082.

Children’s Fun Walk to Stop the Violence: 10 a.m.-noon, Oct. 31, Roegner Park, 601 Oravetz Road SE. Presented by Auburn Domestic Violence Task Force. Proceeds will be used to support victims of domestic violence. Entry fee is $10 for families. In the spirit of Halloween, event organizers encourage walkers to wear family friendly costumes, with a reminder that purple is the color for domestic violence awareness. Prizes will be awarded. Pets on leashes are welcome. For more information, contact the task force’s Shelly David at 253-931-3072, or Lora Dear at 253-661-6634, ext. 117.

45th annual Auburn Holy Family Bazaar: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Nov. 7; noon-5 p.m., Nov. 8. Parish center, Holy Family Catholic Church, 505 17th St. SE. Accepting vendors, welcoming new ones to two-day event. For information, contact Clyde Forney, vendor coordinator, 253-833- 5130, ext. 0.

Auburn Dodgeball Tournament: 6-10 p.m., Nov. 10, Auburn High School gymnasium, 800 4th St. NE. Proceeds to help defray Grad Night ticket costs for graduating seniors. 40-60 teams, 6-8 players per team, three divisions (high school, middle school, adult/open). Prizes for division winners and best dressed team award. Cost per team: $60 high school and middle school, $80 adult/open. For more information, contact fundraising chairman Gene Jackson at 253-351-8818 or e-mail gene.jackson@comcast.net.

‘Thank You’ Veterans potluck: 12:30-2 p.m., Nov. 11, Auburn Valley YMCA, Junior Achievement Building, 1610 Perimeter Road SW. The ALOHA (Active Lives for Older Healthy Adults) group is sponsoring the event, thanking Auburn community and YMCA members who are veterans. The Boy Scouts of America Color Guard will open the event followed by poetry reading, music and food. Bring a favorite dish to share and join the celebration. For more information, call Jayne Johnson 253-833-0970, ext. 7311.

Shop ‘til You Drop: 4-8 p.m., Nov. 13, Auburn Riverside High School, 501 Oravetz Road. The Auburn Association of Educational Office Professionals is hosting a fundraising event for its scholarships program. Two dozen confirmed vendors will be donating a share of their sales profit to the scholarship fund. For more information, call Pam at 253-931-4938 or Cris at 253-931-4990.

Christmas Bizarre/Raffles: Nov. 21, Poodle Dog Restaurant, Fie. Vendors wanted: $25 per table/space. Proceeds go to the survivors of Domestic Violence Legal Fund. Contact Jane Balmer, baker at Poodle Dog Restaurant, for details at 253-922-6161 or 253-330-6969, or Shelly David, DV legal advocate at 253-209-7922.

Classes

Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation: City of Auburn offers a variety of classes and programs. Fall options include preschool, youth, teen, and adult leisure programs; youth, teen, and adult athletics; fitness and wellness programs; programs designed to provide social and recreational opportunities to senior citizens and those with special needs, and other special events suitable for the entire family and community at large. New this session are a variety of art and drawing classes, stroller strides, and open gym gymnastics for kids. Additionally, the Parks, Arts & Rec has numerous facilities available for rent. Residents can register now via Auburn@Play on-line at www.auburnwa.gov , in person at the Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Administration building at 910 Ninth Street SE or by calling 253-931-3043. Reservations for all facilities must be made in person at the Parks, Arts & Recreation Administration Office, 910 Ninth St SE.

Quilting classes: For beginners to intermediates. Classes starting now at the Calico Cat & Bernina Too! 201 Auburn Way N. Classes may be found on line at www.thecalicocat.com under newsletter; or come into the shop to pick up a newsletter and see samples; or call 253.939.0885 and ask to have a newsletter mailed.

Health

Blood drives for Cascade Regional Blood Center: 11 a.m.-3 p.m, Oct. 26, Van Siclen, Stock & Firkins-Attorney, 721 45th St. NE, Auburn; 5-7 p.m., Oct. 31, The Commons Halloween Festival, 1928 S. Commons. For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net.

Puget Sound Blood Center blood drives: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Oct. 28, Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St.; 8 a.m.-2 p.m, Oct. 29, Auburn High School, 800 4th St. NE; 1-7 p.m., Nov. 2, Messiah Lutheran Church, gathering hall, 805 4th St. NE, Auburn; 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Nov. 3, Jefferson High School, 4248 S. 288th St.; noon-2:30 p.m., Nov. 4, Aero Controls, Inc., 1610 20th St. NW, Auburn; 1-7 p.m., Nov. 9, LDS Auburn, 625 M St. NE; 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Nov. 12, Auburn Riverside High School, 501 Oravetz Road; 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Nov. 13, Zones, Inc., 1102 15th St. SW, Auburn; 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Nov. 18, Green River Community College, Glacier Room, Lindbloom Student Center, 12401 SE 320th St. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.

Virginia Mason Fall Health Fair: 10 a.m.-2 p.m ., Oct. 24, Virginia Mason Federal Way, 33501 First Way S., Federal Way.Learn how to stay healthy this flu season and get blood pressure and vision checks for free. Seasonal flu shots also are available. Games and activities for the kids. The event includes presentations and information from clinic professionals on topics such as: staying healthy during the flu season; headaches; diabetes; childhood obesity and nutrition and fitness information for kids; foot and ankle care and menopause. Cost: Free. Seasonal flu shots may be billed to insurance or paid out-of-pocket. Attendees are encouraged to bring needed food items such as peanut butter, tuna, baby formula and hygiene items. (Donation not required.) For more information, call 253-838-2400.

Getting Your Diabetes Back on Course: 6:30-8 p.m., Nov. 4, Nutrition Education Studio, 1818 Main St., Sumner. Free to the public. A review and “tune-up” session for people who have strayed from their good diabetes management. Designed for adults with Type 2 Diabetes, but appropriate for all. Sign up at DiabetesCoaching.net.

Free! Corestar Pilates: 205 E Main St., Suite B, Auburn. Pilates, yoga and Zumba classes now being offered for adults and teens. Registration for October classes available now. To register visit www.corestarpilates.com or call 206-914-0112 for more info.

Libraries

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

CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Sleepy Story Times: 7 p.m., Oct. 22, 29, Nov. 5,12, 19. All ages welcome, ages 5 and younger with adult. Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear to this 30-minute bedtime story time.

Toddler ABC Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Oct. 26, Nov. 9,23, 30. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Explore the alphabet through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.

Preschool ABC Story Times: 11 a.m., Oct. 26, Nov. 9, 23, 30. Ages 3 to 5 with adult, siblings welcome. Explore the alphabet through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.

Tuesday Baby Tales and Bounces Story Times: 10:05 a.m., (repeated at 11 a.m.) Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 17, 24. Newborn to 24 months with adult.

Wacky Wednesday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Oct. 28, Nov. 4, 18, 25. Ages 3 to 6

Hallo-Wee!: 10:45 a.m., Oct. 30. Newborn to age 8. Wear your costumes and join us for a short spooky Story Time, followed by a parade and treats in the library.

Dia de Los Muertos /Day of the Dead Holiday: 7:30 p.m., Nov. 2. Los Flacos will perform a mix of traditional music from Mexico and South America.

Primavera Cuentos en Espanol e Ingles: 7 p.m., Nov. 9, 16, 30. Story times in Spanish and English

Singing Thanksgiving: 11 a.m., Nov. 16. Ages 7 and younger. Harmonica Pocket presents a new 45-minute program with props, dances, finger plays, and zany skits.

Book Club Party for Kids: 4 p.m., Nov. 27. Join us for a friendly discussion of the newest Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Dog Days.

TEENS

Anime/Manga Club: 4 p.m., Nov. 2. Bring your favorite or new anime and manga to discuss, watch movies, practice drawing in the manga style and munch on snacks.

SAT Prep Classes: 1 p.m., Oct. 25, Nov. 1. Presented by Sandweiss Test Prep. Five sessions will get you started to prepare for the SAT. Receive a copy of the official SAT study guide and information about KCLS resources. Participants must attend all five sessions. Registration begins Sept. 1 and is limited. Sign up online or at the Information Desk.

Teen Book Club Reads Coraline: 4:30 p.m., Nov. 17. http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/teens

Digital Design Lab: 3 p.m., Oct. 28. Come learn about digital design.

Study Zone: 3 p.m., Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 6 p.m., Nov. 3, 4, 10, 17, 18, 24; 4 p.m., Nov. 5, 12, 19. No tutors available at your library today? Grades K-12. Visit www.kcls.org/studyzone for tutoring schedules.

Cosplay Basics: 4 p.m., Nov. 9. Learn how to create your own costume from Melissa Quinn, who has judged several of Sakura Con’s masquerades.

Graphics, College Series for Students & Parents: • 7 p.m., Nov. 5, Navigating the Financial Aid Maze. A former assistant director of student financial aid will share tips on budgeting during college, tracking your student loan information and working with your financial aid. • 7 p.m., Nov. 12, Finding Money for College. A representative from the College Planning Network will provide a complete review of the college financial aid process, including how students identify and apply for all types of grants, scholarships, work study and student loans. • 7 p.m., Nov. 19, Write to Win. Hear from a real college administrator what it takes to write successful college entrance essays and submit application packages that work.

TEENS & ADULTS

Where Do I Start?: 3:30 p.m., Nov. 3. Bring the first pages of your NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) novel, or any work in progress to this workshop and take a break from your frantic efforts to reach the end and consider the beginning. Ann Gonzalez wrote her debut novel, Running for My Life, during NaNoWriMo 2007.

Writing Group: 3:30 p.m., Nov. 4, 10, 18, 24. Interested in participating in National Novel Writing Month but not sure how to get started? Join us.

ADULTS

Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m., Oct. 24, 28; 7 p.m., Sept. 14, Oct. 12. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Class: 6 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 26, 28. Presented by Green River Community College. A formal class to learn English.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): 6 p.m., Monday and Wednesdays.

Talk Time: 6:30 p.m., Oct. 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19. Improve your speaking and listening skills in this free English conversation group.

Friends of the Auburn Library Meeting: 7 p.m., Oct. 27, Nov. 24. The Friends support the library and programs. Join us.

Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 3 p.m., Nov. 3. http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/adults/

Things That Go Bump in the Night: 6:30 p.m., Oct. 27. Join members of A.P.A.R.T. (Auburn Paranormal Activities Research Team) as they explain the ins and outs of ghost hunting.

Meet the Author: 7 p.m., Oct. 29. Bree Loewen, “Pickets and Dead Men: Seasons on Rainier.” Being a climbing ranger on Mount Rainier proved to be a life-altering experience for Bree Loewen. As one of a handful of women on staff, she fought to prove herself among the men in the field, while dealing with the public and a mountain that shows no mercy.

South King County Genealogical Society Assistance: 1 p.m., Nov. 4, 7, 14, 18; 7 p.m., Nov. 9.

Computer Classes: Sign up at the information desk or call 253-931-3018. • Microsoft PowerPoint: 7 p.m., Oct. 27; • Microsoft Excel Level 2: 10 a.m., Oct. 29; • E-mail basics: 12:30 p.m., Oct. 29; • Internet Level 2: 10 a.m., Nov. 5; • Microsoft PowerPoint: 7 p.m., Nov. 10; • Introduction to computers: 10 a.m., Nov. 14; • Microsoft World Level 1: 12:30 p.m., Nov. 14; • Microsoft Excel Level 1: 7 p.m., Nov. 19; • Powerful Microsoft PowerPoint presensations: 1 p.m., Nov. 21.

Supersones Concert: 2:30 p.m., Nov. 7. Listen to a rich musical tradition that inspired modern Salsa.

STARS Workshop, “Why Can’t You Behave?” Handling Misbehavior: 10 a.m., Nov. 14. Learn ways to set effective limits, deal with adult-child control issues and use positive techniques. Provides 2 hours STARS credit in Child Guidance.

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

KIDS

Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Nov. 10, 17, 24. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Join us for stories, rhymes, music and fun.

Baby Story Times: 10:15 a.m., Oct. 28, Nov. 18, 25. Newborn to 24 months with adult. Join us for a special one-on-one bonding time with bounces, rhymes, stories and play time. One baby per lap, please.

Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., Nov. 10, 17, 24. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills.

Cuentos en Espanol: 11 a.m., Oct. 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13. Cuentos, rimas, franelografo, y mas diversion para la familia.

Spanish Story Time: 11 a.m., Oct. 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13. Stories, rhymes, flannel boards and fun for families.

TEENS

Teen Anime Club: 3 p.m., Nov. 18. Teens in middle and high school. Come watch anime videos and practice your manga drawing. Check out the library’s collection of manga material, too.

Game On!: 3 p.m., Nov. 4. Play Guitar Hero, DDR and your favorite Wii and GameCube games.

Teen Movie Afternoon: 3 p.m., Nov. 25. Teens- Join us to watch a movie after school.

Study Zone (K-12): 3:30 p.m., Nov. 18. Grades K-12. Drop in during scheduled hours for homework help from volunteer tutors.

ADULTS

Alpac Book Club: 7:30 p.m., Nov. 18. Please join us to discuss The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo. Copies of this book have been reserved for participants and are available for check out at the library.

Folksongs, Finger Plays, Felt Boards and Fun: 11 a.m., Oct. 31. This workshop uses singing, poetry, stories, sign language, learning props and rhythm activities to teach ways to incorporate music into early childhood curriculum while supporting language development, literacy and social skills. Provides 2.5 hours STARS credit in Curriculum Development. Registration required.

Algona-Pacific Friends of the Library Meeting: 6:30 p.m., Nov. 18. The Friends support the library’s programs and activities. Join us.

Art in the National Parks: 11 a.m., Nov. 21. Ages 8 to adult. Learn how to keep journals and sketch outdoors. Use simple sketching tools like water soluble pens/pencils and small watercolor kits. Registration required.

Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road S.E., 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.  • Databases: 10 a.m., Oct. 22.

STORY TIMES

Stories and Strings: 11 a.m., Oct. 28. Please join us for stories, sing-alongs and other fun activities.

GAMING

Gaming Zone: 3 p.m., Oct. 27. Board games. Puzzles. Wii. Come on down and have fun playing a variety of games. Challenge your friends.

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

EARLY LITERACY FIESTAS

Early Literacy Party in Spanish: 6:30 p.m., Oct. 27. For Spanish-speaking families with children, newborn to age 5. Eight series of FREE workshops. Families learn about Early Literacy and how to prepare their children for Kindergarten.

Network

Is a Career in Teaching or Counseling for You?: 7 p.m., Nov. 10, Howarth Hall, Room 212, University of Puget Sound, 1500 N. Warner, Tacoma. Free and open to the public. For more details, visit http://www.pugetsound.edu/x31198.xml. For directions and a map of the campus, visit www.ups.edu/directions.xml

Fierce Job-Hunting Workshops: 3:30-5 p.m., every Thursday, White River Museum, 918 H Street SE, Auburn. Get free help finding a job, provided by JobBait.com and sponsored by the City of Auburn. Get more detail at http://jobbait.com/a/auburn-workshops.htm.

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 Christmas Auction & Dinner: 5:30-9 p.m., Muckleshoot Casino.

Marketplace Ministries Networking Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. the second Thursday of the month. Presented by River of Life Fellowship Church. Cost: $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Copper Falls Restaurant at the Auburn Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE, Auburn. www.mpmlive.org.

Pets

Top Cats 4-H Club meeting: 9:30-11:30 a.m., Oct. 24. Light of Christ Lutheran Church, 2400 SW 344th, Federal Way. Registration. New members welcome. Club is designed to teach kids K-12 how to care for, show and become more knowledgable about their cats. The club also teaches leadership and public speaking/demonstration skills. For more information, visit sites.google.com/site/topcats4hclub or call Karen Martin at 253-839-1437.

Groups

Auburn American Legion Post 78: 7:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Veterans Memorial Building, 405 E St. N.E. 253-939-5789 or auburnpost78@yahoo.com.

Auburn VFW Post 1741: 7:30 p.m., fourth Tuesday of the month, 1525 A St NE, Suite 107. For information, call 253-333-2917.

Auburn Eagles Aerie/Auxiliary No. 2298: Aerie group, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays; auxiliary, 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays of the month. 702 M St. S.E., Auburn. 253-833-2298 or sec2298@integra.net.

Auburn Elks Lodge No. 1808: 7:30 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of the month. 2402 Auburn Way N., Auburn. 253-833-1808 or bpoe1808@qwest.net.

Auburn Morning Toastmasters Club No. 329: 6:30-7:30 a.m. Thursdays. Learn the fine art of communication in a supportive atmosphere. New members welcome. Rainbow Café, 112 E. Main St., Auburn. 253-288-0627.

Auburn Noon Lions Club: Noon Tuesdays. Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation building, 919 Ninth St. S.E. 253-735-5340, auburn12lions@aol.com or www.auburnlions.com.

Auburn Optimist Club: Noon every other Wednesday. Visitors welcome. Lunch: Less than $10. Auburn Elks, 2402 Auburn Way N. 253-333-8840.

Auburn Rotary Club: Noon Wednesdays. Cost: $15, includes lunch. Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253-929-4656.

Auburn Valley Kiwanis: 7 a.m. Wednesdays. Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation building, 910 Ninth St. S.E. 253-833-7086 or www.kiwanisclubofthevalley.org.

Board Game Group: 7-10 p.m. every other Friday. Group plays family-friendly games including: “Settlers of Catan,” “Ticket to Ride,” “Bang!,” “Wits and Wagers,” and more. All are welcome. Cost: Free. Room 201 at Northwest Family Church, 3535 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253 833-8252 for details.

Boy Scout Troop 401: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Boy Scouts is an outdoor based program for boys age 11-17. Troop also has a Venture Crew associated with it for boys and girls ninth grade through age 20. Call for details. Auburn First United Methodist Church, 100 N St. S.E. 253-939-7051.

Happy Hands Craft Club: 12:30-2 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Group knits and crochets lap blankets for veterans and baby hats for PICC. Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road S.W., Auburn. 253-833-2770.

Kiwanis Club of Auburn: Noon Thursdays. Red Lotus Restaurant, 714 Auburn Way N., Auburn. www.kiwanisclubofauburn.com.

Moms and Kids Playgroup: 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays. Moms can hang out while the children play together. Cost: Free. Lifegate Auburn Foursquare Church, 307 E. Main St., Auburn. 253-735-3153.

Newcomers and New Friends of Greater Seattle: The second Wednesday of the month. Lunch meetings held at various locations throughout the Puget Sound. Call for details. 425-778-8608 or www.seattlenewcomers.com.

Optimist Club of Auburn: Noon the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Auburn Elks Club, 2402 Auburn Way N. 253-333-8840.

Quilting Guild—Crazy Quilters of Federal Way: 6-9 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Visitors welcome. Evergreen Lodge Retirement Home, 31002 14th Ave. S., Federal Way. 253-833-8302.

Rainier Audubon Society: 7 p.m. the third Monday of the month. Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 51st Ave. S., Auburn. 253-854-3207.

Rio Verde Golden K Senior Kiwanis Club: 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays. 1402 22nd St. N.E., Auburn. 253-941-8108.

Sea-Tac Volkssports Club: 7-8 p.m. fourth Tuesday of the month. Serving area residents. Meetings held at Diamond Jim’s restaurant, 1616 S 325th, Federal Way. Club offers non-competitive events, promoting fun, fitness, fellowship and family. Information: Fran Carson 425-774-0312, or Preston Johnson 253-839-1892.

Soroptimist International of Auburn: Noon Wednesdays. New members and guests welcome. Auburn Parks and Recreation Administration Building, 900 Ninth St. S.E., Auburn. www.soroptimistnwr.com.

South King County Genealogical Society: 10 a.m. the third Saturday of the month. First Baptist Church of Kent, 11420 S.E. 248th St. 206-948-4286 or www.skcgs.org.

Spina Bifida Association of Washington State, South King/North Pierce Counties Cluster: 7-8:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Organization assists families with spina bifida, educates the public, and sponsors fundraisers. All are welcome. Zion Lutheran Church, 1350 17th St. S.E., Auburn. 253-887-0888 or crazy5720003@yahoo.com.

Striped Water Poets: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays. Round-table critique circle welcomes new poets and friends. Second floor at Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. 253-735-1751 or mcbreenpost@aol.com.

Teen MOPS: 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays. Free group for pregnant teenagers and teenage mothers. Childcare available. River of Life Fellowship, 10615 S.E. 216th St., Kent. 253-218-7420.

TV Toastmasters: Noon the second Saturday of the month. Learn how to perform both in front and in back of television cameras. Puget Sound Access, 22412 72nd Ave. S., Building C, Kent. 253-854-1312 or www.tvtoastmasters.org.

Valley Newcomers: 11:30 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Group meets at area restaurants. Call for details, locations. 253-854-1831.

White River Valley Historical Society: 1:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month. Muckleshoot Room in the White River Valley Museum, 918 H St. S.E., Auburn. 253-288-7433.

Wind Spirit Flute Circle: 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of the month. Come explore and learn the Native American Flute. All ages and abilities welcome. Beginner lessons at 6:30 p.m. Federal Way Senior Center, 4016 S. 352nd St., Auburn. 253-568-6689 or www.waflutecircle.com.

Public Meetings

Auburn Airport Advisory Committee: 8 a.m. the third Tuesday of the month. Northwest Aviation College, 506 23rd St. S.E.

Auburn City Council: 7:30 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. City Council Chambers, 25 W. Main St.

Auburn Domestic Violence Task Force: Noon-2 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S.

Auburn Finance Committee: 6:30 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. Council Conference Room, 25 W. Main St.

Auburn Municipal Services: 5 p.m. the first and third Mondays of the month. Conference room No. 3, 25 W. Main St.

Auburn Tourism Board: 2 p.m. the third Thursday of the month. Council Conference Room, 25 W. Main St.

Senior Center Advisory Board: 10 a.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. S.E.

Seniors

Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. S.E. 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: Noon Mondays-Fridays. Registration for lunch begins at 11 a.m. Choose from soup and sandwich or the main meal menu. Cost: $3 donation for ages 60 and older; $5.75 for those younger than 60.

• Movie screenings: 12:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Refreshments provided. Cost: Free.

• Monday Supper Club: 5-6 p.m. the third Monday of the month. Cost: $5; registration required.

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

• Wellness Fair: 9:30 a.m.-noon, Oct. 29. Free. The Auburn Senior Wellness team has planned a day of health screenings, informational booths, and a delicious lunch with entertainment from “The Rangers.” Lunch will be served between 11:30 am and 12:30 pm with a fee of $3. Entertainment is from 12-12:40 p.m. Brought to you by Auburn Senior Wellness Team.

• Enhance Wellness Program: Registered nurse and social worker are on-site to help individuals work towards their own health and wellness goals. Call for details.

Veterans

Military Family Support Meetings: Tuesday evenings. Open to spouses and adult family members of soldiers deployed, soon to leave or recently returned. Topics include deployment concerns, parenting needs, self-care and relationship challenges. Group is free of charge and confidential. Registration requested. 33301 First Way S., Federal Way. 253-661-6634, ext. 145.

Support

Auburn Domestic Violence Task Force: 12:15-1:30 p.m., Meets third Thursday of each month at the Auburn Library, 1201 Auburn Way S.

Al-Anon Family Group Meetings: 7:30 p.m. Sundays at Holy Family Catholic Church, 505 17th St. S.E., Auburn; 10:30 a.m. Mondays and Fridays, and 8 p.m. Wednesdays at First United Methodist Church, 100 N St. S.E., Auburn; 10 a.m. Saturdays in the back room of the Rainbow Cafe, 112 E. Main St., Auburn. 206-625-0000 or www.seattle-al-anon.org.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness: 6:30-8 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. The Alliance Center, 515 W. Harrison St., Kent. 253-854-6264.

Auburn Foster Parent Support Group: 6:30-8:30 p.m. the first Friday of the month. Auburn Bible Chapel, 2606 R St., Auburn. 253-347-2580.

Auburn Parkinson’s Disease Support Group: 10 a.m. the first Friday of the month. Wesley Homes Lea Hill, 32049 109th Place S.E., Auburn. 253-876-6014.

Breast cancer patient support: Trained survivors offer free emotional support to the newly-diagnosed, enhancing emotional recovery while going through treatments. Will attend consultations, chemotherapy and radiation appointments and have volunteers in your community. 206-417-3484, www.angelcarefoundation.org or angelcare@angelcarefoundation.org.

Celebrate Recovery: 6-9 p.m. Thursdays. Event includes: meal, 6-7 p.m.; large group worship, 7-8 p.m.; small open group, 8-9 p.m. Twelve-step recovery program to help free people from life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits. Cost: $3 for meal. Grace Community Church 1320 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253-833-5660 or celebraterecovery@gccauburn.net.

Consumer Support Group: 6:30-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. The Alliance Center, 515 W. Harrison St., Kent. 253-854-6264.

Domestic Violence: 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays; 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays. YWCA of South King County hosts support groups for women who have experienced domestic violence. Meets at a confidential location. 206-799-6209.

Family Law CASA of King County: Children’s needs can get lost in the dispute between separating parents. Do you want to advocate for such a child? Volunteer for Family Law CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) of King County. 206-748-9700 or www.familylawcasa.com.

Fostering Together Foster/Adoptive Parent Support Group: Meets on the first Friday of every month from 6-8 p.m., Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. 253-859-9385

Gamblers Anonymous: For meeting times and locations, call toll-free national hotline: 888-424-3577.

Hearing Loss Association of America, South King County Chapter: 6:45 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month. Auburn Senior Center, 808 Ninth St. S.E., Auburn. garoux@verizon.net.

Medical coverage assistance: Public Health Seattle & King County provides free assistance applying for benefits, including free or low-cost medical coverage for qualifying children. Call for details. English: 206-296-3944; Spanish: 206-296-3948 or 206-296-3943; Vietnamese: 206-296-3949.

SHIBA Helpline: Statewide Heath Insurance Benefits Advisors is a network of trained volunteers that assists and advocates for consumer rights and options regarding health insurance, health care access and prescription access. Group is also accepting volunteers. 800-562-6900 or www.insurance.wa.gov.

South King County PFLAG: 7 p.m. the fourth Monday of the month. Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays meetings are confidential. Group is not associated with any religious organizations. Unitarian-Universalist Church, 25701 14th Place S., Des Moines. 206-325-7724.

South King County CHADD chapter: 7-9 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Discussion of issues that concern parents of children with attention-deficit disorder. New Horizon School, 1111 S. Carr Road, Renton. 253-631-8603.

Tobacco Cessation Group: 5:15-6:15 p.m. Wednesdays. Cost: Free to Auburn Valley YMCA members. Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road S.W., Auburn. 253-833-2770, ext. 7302, or kkoblenz@seattleymca.org.

WICS (Widowed Information and Consultation Services) Grief Support Group: 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Grief support group for adult widows and widowers offering support, information and social activities. St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 25810 156th Ave. S.E., Covington. 253-630-0324.

Women’s Cancer Support Group: 7-8:30 p.m. the last Tuesday of the month. Meetings include open discussion with occasional special guests speaking on topics relating to cancer survivors. Conference Room 1 at MultiCare Clinic, 17700 S.E. 272nd St., Covington. 253-372-7293.

Volunteers

Auburn Gateway School: Coordinating free after-school activites to their students and to children in the community. Volunteers needed to donate their time in a variety of recreational activities such as piano lessons, voice lessons, guitar lessons, art classes, etc. Do you think you have a talent that you could offer to kids? Please contact us. All volunteers are free to distribute promotional and print materials to expose your business. The school is requesting a minimum commitment of three 45-minutes classes. For more info, contact auburngatewayschool@gmail.com.

Angel Care Breast Cancer Foundation: Breast cancer survivors needed to provide support for others battling cancer. Must be one year past the end of treatments and have good interpersonal skills. 206-417-3484, 877-417-3484 (toll-free), www.angelcarefoundation.org or angelcare@angelcarefoundation.org.

Auburn Regional Medical Center Gift Shop: The medical center’s auxiliary is seeking a volunteer gift shop manager to welcome customers, manage store inventory and arrange volunteer staff scheduling. Volunteer must be 18 or older. Gift shop hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. Call for application or more details. Auburn Regional Medical Center, 1413 S. 348th St., Federal Way. 253-833-7711, ext. 1259.

Auburn Meals on Wheels: Auburn Senior Center seeks volunteer packers and drivers for Meals on Wheels, Thursdays and Fridays, about four hours per week. Mileage for drivers reimbursed. Call for details. 253-931-3016 or adamp@seniorservices.org.

Adopt-a-Park: Auburn’s Adopt-a-Park program is seeking individuals and groups to help keep the city’s parks and streetscapes healthy and vibrant. 253-931-3043.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound: Seeking adult mentors to spend time with children. Agency offers flexible program to fit volunteers’ schedules and interests, and plans activities such as snow tubing on Snoqualmie Pass, hiking adventures in the Cascades, and tickets to Mariners games. Call or see Web site for details. 877-700-2447 or www.bbbsps.org.

Childhaven: Volunteers needed to work with abused, neglected and alcohol- or drug-impacted children ages 1 month to 5 years in the therapeutic child-care classrooms. Volunteers must be 18 or older, commit to a two-hour time block per week, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, commit to volunteering for six months, have proof of a negative tuberculosis test and pass a criminal background check. Patrick L. Gogerty Branch, 1345 22nd Ave. N.E., Auburn. 206-957-4839 or julim@childhaven.org.

Friend to Friend: Volunteers needed to visit adults in nursing homes, assisted living and retirement homes throughout King and Snohomish counties. Volunteers commit to visit about twice a month for one year. 206-246-5150.

Green River Community College: College seeks volunteers in a variety of areas: ceramics, basic computing, court reporting and more. Professional experience is not required. 253-288-3346 or volunteer@greenriver.edu.

Hospice Volunteer Training: Highline Hospice, 12844 Military Road S., Tukwila, is recruiting caring and compassionate people interested in supporting terminally ill patients and their families. If you have a heart for being with others through difficult times, volunteering with Hospice may be right for you. Volunteers provide patient support and companionship, caregiver respite, bereavement support, or office help. Comprehensive training provided. Contact Michele Fawcett-Long, Volunteer Coordinator, at 206-439-9095 or mfawcett-long@highlinemedical.org.

Multiple Sclerosis Association of King County: MSA of King County is looking for people to assist those with MS in maintaining their independence and quality of life. People are needed to assist with water-therapy programs, visit isolated individuals, provide transportation, go shopping, do yard work or other household chores, teach computer skills and more. Call for details, locations. 206-633-2606 or www.msakc.org.

Puget Sound Blood Center: Assist with blood drives and bone marrow registry drives. Must be available in the day or early evening twice a month and have reliable transportation. 425-462-4381, meganp@psbc.org or www.psbc.org/volunteers.

Red Cross Disaster Action Team: American Red Cross is seeking King County volunteers to respond to local disasters. Volunteers must be on-call one week out of six, and will receive free training. 206-726-3566 or www.seattleredcross.org.

Special Transportation Program: Group Health Cooperative needs volunteer drivers to transport frail, elderly members to and from medical appointments in King County. Volunteers use their personal cars, are reimbursed for mileage and determine their own schedules, including when, where and how often they will drive. Volunteers do not need to be Group Health members. 206-326-2800 or resource.l@ghc.org.

Stitches from the Heart: Volunteers are needed to knit, crochet or quilt blankets, sweaters, hats and booties for babies in need. Items go to hospitals across the country. Patterns available. Donations of yarn or money also appreciated. Call for details. 866-472-6903, stitchfromheart@aol.com or www.StitchesFromTheHeart.org.

United Way of King County volunteer readers: Volunteers needed to read one-on-one with young children at preschools, Head Start classrooms and child care centers throughout King County. Shifts needed in Auburn are 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 11 a.m.-noon Wednesdays. ACAP Child and Family Services, 526 12th St. S.E., Auburn. 206-461-3656 or readers@uwkc.org.

White River Valley Museum and Mary Olson Farm: Museum is seeking volunteers for jobs including cleaning and cataloging artifacts, leading school tours, greeting visitors and staffing the gift shop. Docent positions require a minimum three-hour afternoon shift per month, as well as attendance at quarterly lectures and annual training. Volunteer tour guides for school groups must be available during October, November, April and May. All volunteers receive training. Application and background check required. 253-804-5010.

Theater

Clay Jenkinson: 7 p.m., Oct. 23, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Jenkinson, a renowned actor, scholar and author, will peform as the Dueling Debater featuring Thomas Jefferson and Theodore Roosevelt. Jenkinson is the leading performer of the Chautauqua form, a first person characterization of historical figures that involves teaching the audience. Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.org for $15 for students, $35 for general admission, and $55 for premium tickets. For more information, call 206-674-4673 or 1-800-441-8601 or e-mail ClayJenkinson@TukwilaRotary.org.

Tingstad & Rumble Holiday Concert, Live at the Ave: 7:30 p.m., Nov. 21. Northwest favorites Eric Tingstad and Nancy Rumble return to the Ave with their holiday concert, and are joined by their bassist as well. Tickets: $17 regular, $15 student/ senior discount. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec at 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Music

Swingin’ at the Sands with Joey Jewell: 7:30 p.m., Nov. 14, 2:30 p.m. Nov. 15, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Join singer Joey Jewell and Jim Kerl’s “Swingin Sixties” Orchestra for a swingin’ trip back in time to the Las Vegas Strip. Tickets: $17, $15 student-senior discount. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec at 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., www.brownpapertickets.com/event/84937

Tingstand & Rumbel Holiday Concert: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 21, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. The Ave will kick off the holiday season with Northwest favorites and Grammy-award winners Eric Tingstad and Nancy Rumbel. The perfect blend of Americana fingerstyle guitar, double reeds; and the ocarina emitting the nostalgic sound of penny whistles, lends magic to the season. Bass player Garey Shelton will join the concert. Tickets: $17, $15 student-senior discount. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec at 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., www.brownpapertickets.com/event/80751

Calling all musicians: The Auburn Senior Activity Center will be hosting jam sessions for musicians on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Musicians who play acoustic and electric instruments are invited to play. Jam sessions will be conducted from 10-11:30 a.m. at the center, 808 9th St. SE. For more information, please call 253 931-3016.

That 80’s Show: 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., every Tuesday, Muckleshoot Casino, 2402 Auburn Way S., Club Galaxy, 21-and-over. No cover. 253-939-7484, www.muckleshootcasino.com.

Comedy

30th annual Seattle International Comedy Competition, Live at the Ave: 7:30 p.m., Nov. 6. Part of the first-round competitions, featuring 16 comics performing five minutes each. Tickets: $19 regular, $17 students, seniors. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec at 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Nightlife

Baker Street Books: 7-10 p.m. various Fridays and Saturdays, live jazz. Baker Street Books, 32709 Railroad Ave., Black Diamond. 360-886-2131. All events are free, no cover.

The Royal Bear Pub and Eatery: 35731 W. Valley Highway, Algona. 253-833-6686.

Dance

Children’s Dance Theater: 14 B St. NE, Nos. 1 , 2, Auburn. Theater still has openings in a few of its classes. Dance classes beginning for children ages 2 and up in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and musical theatre. Adult classes in Zumba and tap also are offered. Register before Oct. 31 to be included in the Nutcracker performance. Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for more information.

Auburn Dance Academy’s “Spooktacular” Halloween Party: Noon-2 p.m., Oct. 31, 1811 Howard Road, Suite 100. Carnival-style games and prizes, a haunted obstacle course and monster-mashing fun. Wear your costume and bring your goodie bag. Cost: $3 per child. 253-833-1891, www.AuburnDanceAcademy.com

Ballroom dance: 2-4 p.m. the second and fourth Sundays of the month. Federal Way Senior Center, 4016 S. 352nd St., Auburn. 253-874-4270.

Creative Dance Movement: 10 a.m. Mondays and 11 a.m. Tuesdays. Dance movement class for ages 3-5. Ballet classes for older children available 4-5 p.m and 5-6 p.m. Tuesdays. Cost: $25 per month. Black Diamond Gym, 25511 Lawson St. 360-886-1011.

Museums

Black Diamond Historical Society Museum: Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays; noon-3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. 32627 Railroad Ave., Black Diamond. 360-886-2142, museum@blackdiamondmuseum.org or www.blackdiamondmuseum.org.

White River Valley Museum: Exhibits: Until Nov. 8, Suffer for Beauty: A Revealing Look at Women’s History through Undergarments. Visitors to this exhibit will learn about women’s history through a review of underwear styles. The exhibit displays women’s undergarments and beauty aides by era: bustles and corsets of 1880 to1900, less binding clothes of the progressive era 1900 to 1920, the restricting fashions as 1914-15 backlash, the freeing 1920s, the economical 1930s, wartime masculine years of the 1940s, and finally the ‘New Look’ from 1947-50s. Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays. Admission: $1-$2; free on Wednesdays. 918 H St. S.E., Auburn. 253-288-7433 or www.wrvmuseum.org.

Galleries

Auburn City Hall: 25 W. Main St. Maylee Noah and Stan Raucher’s black and white photographs will be on display at the City Hall Gallery from Oct. 1-30. These candid street photographs and posed documentary-style portraits explore how people live and interact with their surroundings and environment. Admission is free. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.

Cheryl Sallee Gallery: Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. Admission: Free. Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. S.E. 253-931-5043 or www.auburnwa.gov/arts.

“Poetry on Posters” Striped Water Poets: Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Mondays-Fridays. Admission: Free. Pacific City Hall, 100 Third Ave. SE. 253-735-1751