Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the website: www.auburntourism.com.
74th Seattle Kennel Club: 8 a.m.-6 p.m., March 10-11, CenturyLink Field Event Center, 800 Occidental Ave. S., Seattle. An anticipated field of 2,000 dogs competing each day for Best in Show. Two-day annual celebration combines many American Kennel Club events with a broad spectrum of special exhibitions aimed at the more than 12,000 dog lovers in attendance. Tickets: $10 adults; $5 seniors (62 and older); $5 juniors (4-14); children under 4 free. For more information, visit www.seattlekennelclub.org.
My Wedding My Way: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., March 10, Lindbloom Student Center, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St. Wedding event for the traditional and beyond. Hands-on workshops, vendors, performances and fashions shows, all dedicated to you and your perfect day. Admission and parking free. Information and vendor opportunities: call 253-333-6010 or visit www.greenriver.edu/conference.
Auburn Garden Club: 10 a.m., March 13, William C. Warren Building, Veterans Memorial Park, 405 E St. NE, Auburn. Guest speaker: Jeff Wykoff, addressing rose care. For more information, email auburngardenclub.wa@gmail.com or call Dianne B. at 253-839-6023.
City of Pacific St. Patrick’s Day Parade: 11:30 a.m., March 17. Parade begins at Ellingson and Milwaukee Boulevard, continues on Milwaukee and finishes in front of City Hall. The Community Center is hosting a Irish-themed fundraiser lunch and the Old Cannery is donating Irish fudge for the community. To download a parade application log on to pacificpartnerships.org.
Rainier Audubon Society meeting: 7 p.m., March 19, Federal Way United Methodist Church, intersection of 51st Avenue and South 296st Street. Presentation: Constance Sidles on her new book, “Tales from the Montlake Fill”.
Rummage sale: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., March 30; 9 a.m.-2 p.m., March 31, Auburn Senior Activity, 808 – 9th St. SE, Auburn. A variety of items priced to sell. Anyone interested in donating items for the sale, should bring them to the center beginning March 27. To request free pick up of donated items or for more information, call 253-931-3016.
23rd annual Puyallup Spring Fair: April 19-22, Puyallup Fair & Events Center, 110 9th Ave. SW. Hours: 2-10 p.m., Thursday (free kids admission, ages 0-18); 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday. Free activities range from Motorsport Mayhem with monster trucks and demolition derbies to baby animals, the Garden Show, 4-H and FFA students showing animals in the Northwest Junior Livestock Show, Fiesta Mexicana, and Junior Poultry Show. Hours: 2-10 p.m., Thursday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday. Admission: $9 adults; $7 students (6-18), free on Thursday; 5 and under free. Advance gate tickets and discounts information available online. Visit www.thefair.com for an updated list of activities and times.
Benefits
Bowls needed: The Auburn Food Bank needs your empty, handmade bowls to help feed the need in Auburn for the second annual Empty Bowls event on May 1. Organizers are making a call to artists to donate handcrafted pottery or wooden bowls. The event calls for local artists, businesses and restaurants to come together to assist Auburn’s hungry. For a small donation – $15 a bowl – event participants will get a handcrafted bowl made by local artisans to keep and lunch provided by Auburn area restaurants and schools. Contact the Auburn Food Bank if you can help at 253-833-8925 or www.theauburnfoodbank.org.
Diaper Duty: 5:30 p.m. March 10, Truitt Building, Rainier Room, 101 W. Main St., Auburn. Dinner and auction fundraiser for Children’s Home Society. Admission is free. Donations of diapers are appreciated. Call 253-876-1964 to reserve your spot.
Mad Dog Boot Camp Fitness: 10:30-11:30 a.m., March 17, 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: April 14, 28; May 12, 26; June 9, 23; July 14, 28; Aug. 11, 25.
Auburn Noon Lions Dinner Auction: 5:30 p.m., March 17, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Proceeds to aid the blind, sight impaired, deaf and hearing impaired of the greater Auburn area. The American Medical Response sponsors the club’s largest fundraising event. Area residents Keith and Jan Eldridge (KOMO TV) are auctioneers. Silent auction tables and the live auction will contain many local and regional items to bid on. Tickets are $50 per person or $350 for a table of eight. For reservations, contact Joshua Hosford at 253-632-1562.
Riverside Roundup: 5:30 p.m., March 24, at Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Auburn Riverside High School Booster Club-sponsored silent and live auction. Tickets: $35 per person. Contact Erin Galeno at egaleno@comcast.net or 253-740-6082.
An Evening at the Derby dinner auction: 5-10 p.m., March 24, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Way, Auburn. 24th annual dinner auction to raise money for children with special needs. Evening includes dinner, the Dessert Rush, silent and live auctions and learn how your donations will help children with special needs and their families in South King County. Dinner will be served at approximately 7:10 p.m., followed by the ever popular dessert and live auction with auctioneer Keith Robbins. Tickets: $65. Order online through ctcauction.wordpress.com. For more information, contact Lois Maier, events manager, 253-854-5660.
Light My Fire Auction: 6 p.m., March 31, Rainier Room, above Oddfellas, 102 W. Main St., Auburn. A benefit for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Dinner, drinks, full night of entertainment, featuring classic rock band 3rd Degree Burn, and the chance to meet firefighters featured in the 2012 Firefighter Calendar, some of whom are volunteering as individual auctionees. Winners in the live auction gain either four hours of labor from one or more firefighters or a four-hour date from an individual firefighter. Auction sponsors: Professional Union Firefighter; Oddfellas; Washington State Council of Firefighters Burn Foundation. Admission: $30 donation for an individual, $50 donation for a couple. Online tickets are available at: wa.support.llsevent.org/lightmyfire. Included is dinner, a drink and 10 raffle tickets.
Health
Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., March 6-7, Auburn Mountainview High School, 28900 124th Ave. SE. For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.
Puget Sound Blood Center drives: 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., March 7, Zones, Inc.; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m., March 12, LDS Church, 625 M Street NE; 3:30-6:30 p.m., March 12, Holy Family School, 505 17th St. SE; 12:30-3:30 p.m., March 13, GSA Auburn, 400 15th St. SW; 8:30-11 a.m., March 13, Aero Controls Inc., 1610 20th St. NW; 9 a.m.-noon, March 14, Cardinal Health-Auburn, 801 C St. NW. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.
The Foothills Dash: 7 a.m., March 10, Orting Eagles Lodge, 112 Bridge St., Orting. 5k and 10k fun run and walk. Check-in begins at 7 a.m. Preregister fee is $15 by Feb. 21; day of event fee is $20. T-shirts available at $15. To register, contact Pierce County Parks and Recreation, 253-798-4177, or at www.piercecountywa.org/parks.
CISA Clothes 3 Kidz drive: April 2-27. To benefit kids in need in the Auburn School District. Requested items: Clean and gently used clothing; new (in package) underwear and socks (youth sizes S to XL and adult sizes XS to XL). Dropoff sites: Drop off Locations: Auburn Library; Hazelwood Elementary School; Mt. Baker Middle School; Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation; VRFA Fire Station 31(by Fred Meyer); Terminal Park Elementary; Auburn Way Storage; Valley Christian School; Ilalko Elementary; Scobee Elementary; Lakeland Hills Homeowners City Hall and Annex (second floor); Auburn School District Transportation office; Auburn School District Administration Building. For more information, contact cisauburn@comcast.net or visit www.auburn.ciswa.org.
CISA Coming Together for Kids: 6-9 p.m., April 20, Lindbloom Center at Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Annual dinner and auction fundraiser to support CISA’s efforts to help students in need and foster educational excellence. Live and silent auctions, dessert table and raffle are part of the program. The benefit includes packages for a weeklong stay in exotic Bali, a wine-tasting party for eight at premier winery Airfield Estates, a coastal vacation in Westport, among other items and packages. Deloitte LLP is this year’s presenting sponsor. KOMO 1000 News Paul Tosch hosts. Tickets are $50. To register for the event or for information on becoming a sponsor, visit www.auburn.ciswa.org.
Classes
All About Gardening Series: 1-3 p.m., March 10, Auburn Valley Y, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. All About Small Container Gardens: Master Gardener Holly Kennell will speak on how a small vegetable garden can provide delicious and inexpensive healthy food. • March 31: All About Herbs: Master Gardener Penny Thayer will explain “useful plants” – the best herbs to grow in the area, their uses and how they grow best. For more information, contact Christine Gifford at 253-833-2770, ext. 7563.
Soos Creek Botanical Garden: Presents three springtime educational programs at its garden, 29308 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. • 1 p.m., March 8: Idie Ulsh, past president of the Washington Butterfly Association, presents her colorful show, “Washington Butterflies.” Tips given on attracting butterflies to your garden. • 1 p.m., March 22:, Master Gardener and Bee Keeper Missy Anderson presents an informative program on “Mason Bees,” the Northwest’s own native and early spring pollinators. • 1 p.m., April 12: Northwest Bats instructor Barbara Ogaard presents “An Introduction to the World of Bats. Special guest coming. Older children, not in school at this time, and home-schooled children would especially enjoy the program with their parents. No tickets are necessary, but seating is limited to the first 50 guests. Garden is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. There is no entry fee, but donations are gladly accepted. For more information, visit www.sooscreekbotanicalgarden.org or call 253-639-0949.
Work ‘n Web Job Resource Workshops: Available every Monday, from 2-3 p.m., East Room, Pacific Community Center and Gym, 305 Milwaukee Blvd., Pacific. Do you need help and resources to find work? Let the computer lab and community resources work to help you. Shawn Cosby, Algona-Pacific librarian, offers workshops on how to use library resources, including career guidance and planning tools, resume builder, test and education center and typing instructor Web. Joel McKinney, of the Career Path Employment Team, offers workshops on resume and cover letter writing, job application process, job search strategies, interview preparation, career interest testing and work place behavior. For more information, contact Linda Morris, community services director, at 253-929-1150.
Auburn Police Department Citizen’s Academy: Class begins March 7, and attendance is free of charge, but registration is required as space is limited. Academy consists of 11 Wednesday evening class sessions from 6:30-9:30 and one Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Class graduation is May 16. 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.
CERT courses: The City of Auburn Emergency Management Office, in conjunction with the White River Valley Citizen Corps Council and the Valley Regional Fire Authority, offers Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training courses to area residents. Classes offered in 2012: • Starts April 25, ends June 9*: Wednesday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.; • Starts Aug. 21, ends Aug. 23: Tuesday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; • Starts Oct. 9, ends Nov. 17**: Tuesday, 6:30-9:30 p.m. * This class will have two Saturday drills on May 12 and June 9 from 8 a.m.-noon. ** This class will have two Saturday drills on Oct. 27 and Nov. 17 from 8 a.m.-noon. Class members will be required to provide some basic equipment, such as sturdy shoes or boots and work gloves. Other necessary supplies and equipment will be provided. A complete list of required equipment will be provided upon registration. Pre-registration is required for all courses and space is limited. There is no fee for the course. For more information, or to register, please call 253-876-1925 or e-mail emergencyprep@auburnwa.gov. Applications also may be downloaded from the City’s website, www.auburnwa.gov.
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., March 12, 19, 26. Ages 2 to 6 with adult. Explore early literacy through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes. No story time on Feb. 20 for Presidents’ Day holiday.
Wacky Wednesday Family Story Times: 10:15 a.m., March 14, 21, 28. Ages 3 to 6. Fun stories, flannel board and songs for kids and their families.
Spanish-English Story Times: 7 p.m., March 14, 21, 28. Ages 3 to 8 with adult.
LOL Read Aloud Book Club: 11 a.m., March 10. Enjoy a special book club for grades K-2. Listen to “Mabela the Clever” by Margaret Read MacDonald, play games and finish with a quick craft. Kids are invited to bring a favorite book to share.
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.
Book Club: 4:30 p.m., March 20. 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. For teens in middle school, junior high, or high school. In March, the group discusses “If I Stay” by Gayle Forman. The first eight people who sign-up to attend will receive a free copy of the book of the month courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Library.
Make Your Own Totoro: 3:30 p.m., March 13. Held at PRAB Gymnasium in Les Gove Park. Bring your friends to make your very own irresistible Totoro. All supplies provided. Limited to 15 participants.
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.
Computer classes: Sign-up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018. • Microsoft Word Level 2, 10 a.m., March 13. Held on the Techlab mobile classroom. • Microsoft Excel Level 2: 11:30 a.m., March 13. Held on the Techlab mobile classroom.
Genealogy assistance: 1 p.m., March 10, 14. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions. Presenter: South King County Genealogical Society.
Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 6:30 p.m., March 13. “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society” by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows. Held at Zola’s Café, 402 E. Main St., Auburn.
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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., March 14, 21, 28. Newborn to 24 months with adult. Stimulate brain development with bounces, rhymes, stories and play time. One baby per lap, please.
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., March 14, 21, 28. 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.
Alpac Teen Book Club: 3:30 p.m., March 27. Open to teens in middle school, junior high or high school. Love to read? 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. Snacks provided.
Make Your Own Totoro: 3:30 p.m., March 15. Bring your friends to make your very own irresistible Totoro. All supplies provided. Limited to 15 participants.
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. • Microsoft Excel Level 2, 11 a.m., March 17. • Internet Level 2, 6:30 p.m., March 19.
eReader and Digital Downloads Demonstration: 6 p.m., March 19. Learn how to download KCLS eBooks to your eReader or computer. Look at popular eReaders, OverDrive and Adobe Digital Editions software and ask questions.
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.
Registration for ESL Classes: 5:30 p.m., March 27.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners Book Group: 7:30 p.m., March 21. “Sarah’s Key” by Tatiana de Rosnay.
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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., March 8, 15, 22, 29. Babies will be bouncing to fun rhymes and stories. Short play time follows.
Stories and Strings Story Time: 11 a.m., March 14, 21, 28. Come for a rockin’ good time of stories, 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 assistance: 6 p.m., March 8, March 22. 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.
eReader and Digital Downloads Demonstration: 6 p.m. March 5; 2 p.m., March 17. 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 Noon Lions Auction: 6-9:30 p.m., March 17, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Be a part, complete the puzzle, give sight and hearing to those in need. For more information, contact Josh Hosford at 253-632-1562 or joshuahosford@yahoo.com
Valley Cities Community Awards & Auction, “Celebrating Hometown Heroes”: 5:30 p.m., March 30, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations that have had a positive impact on the community. Silent auction to raise funds for Valley Cities’ housing program. Since 1965, Valley Cities has operated community mental health centers throughout South King County. To register or learn more, contact Gabriela Sawrey at 253-205-0494 or gsawrey@valleycities.org or visit www.valleycities.org.
The United Way free tax campaign: Needing volunteers. No experience necessary. All volunteers receive tax preparation training and are certified by the IRS. Volunteer at your neighborhood tax site: Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St., 5-9 p.m., Mondays (January-February only), Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. To learn more, visit: www.uwkc.org/taxvolunteer or contact EITC@uwkc.org.
Free Tax Preparation: Through April 6. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers are available to prepare 2011 tax returns at the Auburn Senior Center. This program is for taxpayers with low and moderate income with special attention to those age 60 and older. Returns are done by appointment only on Monday and Tuesday mornings, and Wednesday evenings. Call the Senior Center on 253-931-3018 to make an appointment.
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.
Greater Auburn Area Career Conference: 8-11 a.m., March 27, Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. To register or inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Pegi Moll at the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce at 253-833-0700 or pegi@auburnareawa.org
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
“Seussical”: 7:30 p.m., March 8-10, 15-17, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Auburn Actors’ Guild musical. Auburn High School Actors’ Guild presentation. Follow Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat and other favorite characters as they romp through the imaginative and creative landscape of Dr. Seuss’s children’s books. Tickets: $12 general admission, $5 for seniors, students and military. Available for presale at the Auburn High Bookkeeper’s Office and at the door. For ticket information, call 253-931-4895. $12 general admission and $5 for seniors, students and military.
Buddy Holly Tour of Stars (SOLD OUT): 7:30 p.m., March 9-10, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave.
“25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”: March 9-11 and March 16-18, Messiah Lutheran Church, Galli Hall, 410 H St., Auburn. Show times: 7 p.m. March 9, 10, 16, 17, with 2 o’clock matinees for March 10, 11, 17 and 18. Messiah Players, a local community theatre company based out of Messiah Lutheran Church, presents spring play. The musical features six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by adults who barely escaped childhood themselves. They learn that winning isn’t everything and losing doesn’t necessarily make you a loser. Tickets: $12 adults, $10 kids 14 and under, $10 for seniors 55 and older. Families of four or more can purchase a ticket for $40 and groups of eight or more can buy tickets with a $1 discount off each one. Tickets are available at the church, from cast members, or at the door.
March Comedy at the Ave: 7:30 p.m., March 16, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Three comedians in one night to keep you laughing all night long. Tickets: $17, $15. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.
St. Patrick’s Day Bash with Tiller’s Folly: 7:30 p.m., March 17, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the internationally acclaimed folk and Celtic band. Their original compositions are firmly routed in the Celtic tradition with a blend of energy, history, musicality, romance and just plain fun. Tickets: $20, $18. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.
“The Sound of Music”: 7 p.m., March 23, 24, 30, 31; 3 p.m., March 24, 25, 31, Auburn Performing Arts Building, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Heavier Than Air production. A cast of more than 40 performers and a live band make the all-volunteer group a unique community theatre experience. Cost: $10 per person; group discounts available. To order advance tickets, call 253-833-9111, ext. 2400, during business hours. For more information, visit www.heavierthanair.com.
Horse Crazy Cowgirl Band: 7:30 p.m., March 31, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Western harmony at its best. Upbeat and soulful, rhythmic and dynamic – this musical trio can rock the house and take the audience with them into moments of musical magic. Career musicians and authentic western cowgirls, all three make their homes in rural Washington. Tickets: $17, $15. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.
Barbershop Quartet Singing Competition: 7-9:30 p.m., April 28-29, Lindbloom Student Center, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Featuring the top barbershop quartets and choruses in Western Washington. Finals on the second night. Admission: $15. For more information: 206-661-7038 or www.evgdivision2.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.
Auditions
Auburn Community Players’ “Footloose”: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., March 17, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Please call 253-804-5057 to set up an audition time. Auditioners please come prepared with a head shot/picture, prepare a song from musical theater and 1-2 minute monologue. Bring the sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist is provided. For any questions regarding the Auburn Community Players or the theater, please contact Jim Kleinbeck at 253-804-5057.
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.
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: Exhibits: Best Friends, Antique Photographs of Animals and their People, now through April 15. 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: March exhibit: Auburn Valley Creative Arts members display artwork of diverse media and inspiration. Participating artists include: Susan Bischof Storey; Marie Lyndemere; Lela Brugger; Judy Ann Matthews; Roy Dilley; Joan Nicholson; Dan Norman; J.M. King; Amy Sie; Connie Reinicke; Penelope Evans and Mary Ellen Bowers. Opening reception: 5:30-7 p.m., March 8. 25 W. Main St. 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. SE. 253-931-5043 or www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
