Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events or to add a special event, go to auburntourism.com.
Highline College Spring Job Fair: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. March 15., Highline College, Building 8, 2400 S. 240th St., Des Moines. Nearly 50 local employers with full-time, part-time and temporary job openings on hand. Free and open to the public; no advance registration is necessary. Attendees should be prepared to speak with recruiters, dress professionally and bring extra copies of their resume. Free career workshops available to prepare for the fair. Learn more at studentemployment.highline.edu/events. For job fair details, visit studentemployment.highline.edu.
Auburn School District hiring fair: 9 a.m.-noon, March 18, Commons, Auburn High School, 711 E. Main St. District is hiring teachers for the current and 2017-18 school years.All departments from the school district will be represented. Child nutrition, bus drivers, para-educators, substitutes and custodial staff will be on hand to answer questions and discuss working in the district. Attendees will be able to apply online at the fair, and some candidates will be interviewed during the fair. For more information, please contact the Human Resources department at 253-931-4916 or humanresources@auburn.wednet.edu.
Benefits
Relay For Life of Auburn Carnival for a Cure: 6-8 p.m. March 24, Bogey’s Public House, Auburn Golf Course, 29630 Green River Road SE. Tickets: $25 per person and includes dinner, two pints of a great Northwest Brewery beer and a donation to the Relay For Life of Auburn. Silent auction and carnival games. To purchase tickets, contact Beth Hofman at tinkmom67@gmail.com. For more information, visit relayforlife.org/auburnwa.
Auburn Valley Humane Society’s Gala and Auction: 5-9:30 p.m. March 25, Green River College, Lindbloom Center, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Theme: Cruising to the Caribbean. Buffet dinner, door prizes, silent and live auctions, gala games and wine bottle ring toss. Proceeds support the homeless, lost and abandoned animals in the community. Tickets are $75 and available for purchase at the shelter, 4910 A St. SE, Auburn, or auburnvalleyhs.org.
Auburn Mountainview Booster Club 8th annual Auction: 5 p.m. March 25, Emerald Downs, 2300 Ron Crockett Drive, Auburn. Dinner, live and silent auction to benefit sports, activities, clubs, scholarships, grad night and more at Auburn Mountainview High School. Tickets: $45-$65. To purchase tickets or make a donation, contact the AMBC Auction Chair Jennifer Kickner at AMHSauction2017@yahoo.com.
Bus Barn Bonanza: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 1, first Saturday of the month, Auburn School District Transportation Department, 615 15th St. SW. Join as a vendor, a shopper or a looker at the bazaar, swap meet, flea market business and networking opportunity. Gifts, yard sale items and more. Proceeds from vendor fees at $10 a table space go to the Senior Scholarship Foundation. Bus Barn Bonanza is a nonprofit organization. Any business or individuals interested in matching its makings or would like to be a vendor, please call 253-227-7789 or visit busbarnbonanza.com.
Mattress Firm’s Pajama Bowl for Foster Kids: 11 a.m. April 2, Acme Bowl, 100 Andover Park W., No. 100, Tukwila. Gather your team of 4 to 5 people and sign up at pajamabowl.com. Participants will help raise funds for “little wishes” programs that help ensure local foster kids can participate in extracurricular activities like joining a sports team, learning a musical instrument or attending a field trip. The minimum fundraising amount is $250 ($50 per person).
13th annual Coming Together for Kids Dinner and Auction: 6-9 p.m. April 21, Green River College, Mel Lindbloom Student Union Building, 2401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Live and silent auctions. Raising funds for the basic needs and academic support services CISA (Communities In Schools of Auburn) provides students and families in the Auburn School District. Tickets: $55. Evening of fun and fundraising features a large silent auction followed by dinner and spirited bidding in the live auction. For more information and to register, visit auburn.ciswa.org. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Call 253-288-7659 or email Arlene Pierini at director@cisauburn.org for more information.
Run2Educate Color Run: 8 a.m. April 23, Buena Vista Seventh-day Adventist School, 3320 Academy Drive SE, Auburn. Course is 2.5 miles in length with obstacles. Color dispersed before, during and after race. Great family event. Funds raised go toward purchasing kinesthetic equipment to get students moving while they learn. Schedule: 8 a.m., packet pickup and race-day registration; 9 a.m., run starts (in heats); 10 a.m., $5 kids obstacle course; 8:30-11 a.m., pancake feed and silent auction. Entry cost: $30 until 9 p.m. April 21; race-day registration is $40. Registration includes one entry to the Color Run with participation supplies; one entry to a pancake breakfast and one entry to the kids obstacle course (ages 2 to eighth grade). To register, visit run2educate.net. For questions, email run2educate@gmail.com
Revisit the Legend of Steppenwolf: 7-9 p.m. April 29, Theatre at Auburn Mountainview, 28900 124th Ave SE, Auburn. Benefit concert for the Auburn Valley Humane Society, raising funds for lost, homeless and abandoned animals in the community. CDs, T-shirts, auction and raffle baskets to be given away. Tickets: $25 general admission, $50 VIP, $100 backstage pass. Order at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2854538.
34th annual Auburn Rotary Club Scholarship Show: 8 p.m. May 6, Performing Arts Center, 702 Fourth St. NE, Auburn. Featuring country music duo Maddie & Tae, with special guest Dylan Jakobsen. Sponsored by the Rotary Club and KMPS 94.1. Proceeds benefit the club’s scholarship fund. Tickets: $20, $30 balcony; $40 mezzaine; $50 orchestra. Order at ticketmaster.com. For more information, visit kmps.com.
Health
Bloodworks Northwest drives: 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m. March 13, LDS Church of Auburn, 625 M. St. NE; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m. April 4, Auburn Mechanical, 2623 W. Valley Highway N.; 8:30-10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. April 12, City Hall, 25 W. Main St. Appointments can be made by calling 1-800-398-7888, or visit bloodworksnw.org.
March Matness: Corestar Pilates, 205 E. Main St., Suite B Auburn. Free pilates mat and yoga classes throughout March. Sessions: • 12:10 p.m. Mondays, pilates mat, March 13, 20, 27; • 12:10 p.m. Tuesdays, pilates/barre blend, March 14, 21; • 4 p.m. Wednesdays, pilates mat, March 8, 15, 22, 29; • 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, pilates mat, March 8, 15, 29; • 9:30 a.m. Thursdays, yoga, March 9, 16, 23, 30; • 9:30 a.m. Friday, pilates mat, March 10, 17, 24, 31. For more information, call 206-914-0112 or visit corestarpilates.com.
Body and Mind Seminar: 9 a.m.-noon, March 11, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N. Jisui Craig Horton shares a fascinating story of how he began his path to Buddhism in the 1990s when he entered the Cleveland temple. Dharma talks, tai chi exercise and Zen shin meditation. Please wear comfortable clothes that allow free movement for exercising, a yoga mat or blanket. Admission: Donation. More information and registration form, visit wrbt.org. Pre-registration preferred.
Alzheimer’s Association Auburn Caregiver Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. first Tuesday of the month, Church of the Nazarene, 1225 29th St. SE, Room 15. Caring for someone with memory loss? Do you need information and support? Alzheimer’s Association family caregiver support groups provide a consistent and caring place for people to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with memory loss. For information, call Val Brustad, 253-854-7658.
Volunteers
Auburn Valley Humane Society: 6-8 p.m., third Wednesdays of the month; 10 a.m.-noon, third Saturdays of the month, AVHS shelter, 4910 A St. SE, Auburn. Volunteer orientation and trainings. Stop by the shelter or AVHS thrift store, 1123 E. Main St., to pick up a volunteer application or download one from auburnvalleyhs.org and bring it to the orientation. You may register to attend anyone of the sessions in the future by emailing slavigne@auburnvalleyhs.org. For more information, call 253-249-7849 or visit auburnvalleyhs.org.
Programs
Community dancing: April 7, 6:30 p.m. Auburn Community and Events Center, 910 Ninth St. SE. A 45-minute lesson where instructors take you through all the steps. Open dancing from 7:15-9 p.m. Light refreshments provided. Casual attire is acceptable. Fee: $10 for residents, $13 non-residents. Childcare available for 3-10 year olds. Toddlers must be potty trained. Fees: $8 and $10. For more information and to register, call Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation at 253-931-3043 or visit auburnwa.gov/play.
Clothing bank: 10-11 a.m. Wednesdays, Northwest Family Church, 3535 Auburn Way S. Serving the community. Clients may come once a month. ID is required for new clients and proof of children (insurance card) is needed. If you have just moved into the area, then a bill with your current address will be sufficient. Homeless community is welcome. ID is required and not an address. The clothing bank is free and supported through donations from the community and church. For more information, visit www.nwfamilychurch.com.
Clubs
Auburn Noon Lions: Meets Tuesdays, noon, Auburn Golf Course banquet room, 29630 Green River Road SE. $12 for lunch, $5 for dessert and beverage. For more information, contact Ed Butler at 253-929-9358 or edbutler0314@gmail.com.
Rotary Club of Auburn: Meets noon, Wednesdays, Auburn Golf Course, banquet room, 29630 Green River Road SE. Programs: For more information, visit www.auburnrotary.org.
Kiwanis Club of The Valley: Meets every Wednesday morning at 7 at Veterans Memorial Park, 411 St. NE, Auburn. For more information, visit www.kiwaniscluboftheauburnvalley.org
South King County Alliance for Retired Americans: Monthly meetings at 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month, Kent Senior Center, 600 E. Smith St. Meetings open and free to the public. For more information, contact Pat Paulsen at 206-400-7149.
Rainier Audubon Society: Groups meets regularly, Federal Way United Methodist Church, 29645 – 51st Ave. S. Public welcome.
Auburn Morning Toastmasters: Meets every Thursday morning, 6:30-7:30, Auburn Chamber of Commerce, 420 E. Main St., beginning Nov. 3. Learn the fine art of communication and public speaking in a friendly supportive atmosphere. Visitors are welcome.
Soroptimist International of Auburn: Meets Wednesdays at noon in the Rainier Room, Truitt Building, 102 W. Main St. Make reservations by emailing info@siauburn. For more information, visit www.siauburn.org.
South King County Genealogical Society: 9:30 a.m.-noon, third Saturday of every month (except July, August and December), Wesley Homes-Lea Hill, J.W. McKenna Assembly Hall, 32049 109th Place SE, Auburn. Welcome genealogists or anyone interested in learning about family history. www.skcgs.org
Save Our Fish, Auburn Chapter, Puget Sound Anglers: Meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month (except December), 6 p.m. Round Table Pizza, 4002 A St. SE. Learn fishing techniques and hot spots from guest speakers and chapter experts. For more information, visit www.saveourfish.org.
Green Valley/Lake Holm Association: 6:30 p.m. Black Diamond Library, 24707 Roberts Drive. Meetings are on the last Wednesday of every month, except holidays. The association is an unincorporated area community service group formed by local citizens for the purpose of addressing common issues, safety measures and ideas for improvement. Featuring Capt. Scott Somers of the King County Sheriff’s Department speaking on rural personal and property protection, increasing traffic concerns, adapting Block Watch in rural areas and ways residents can support the precinct’s deputies. Refreshments served. For more information, contact gvlhassn@gmail.com.
Libraries
Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S. 253- 931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Kaleidoscope Play & Learn-Spanish: 10:30 a.m. Mondays. Newborn to age 5 with adult. Have fun singing songs, telling stories, reading books, creating art and playing.
Infant and Young Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays. Ages newborn to 24 months, siblings welcome. Stories, songs and fun.
Family Pajama Story Times: 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Ages 3 to 7 with adult, siblings welcome. Stories, songs and fun.
Toddler Story Times: 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Ages 2 to 3 with adult, siblings welcome. Stories, songs and fun.
Preschool Story Time: 11:15 a.m.Thursdays. Ages 3 to 7 with adult, siblings welcome. Stories, songs and fun.
Building Club: 10:30 a.m.-noon, Saturdays. Family program, all ages welcome with adult. Come to the library for an unstructured, creative play open house. Stay for the entire event or pop in for a few minutes. We supply the building materials, you supply the imagination.
Sunday Family Movie: 2 p.m. March 19, “Zootopia”. Family program, all ages welcome with adult.
TWEENS & TEENS
Real Life CSI: 1 p.m. March 11. Middle and high school ages. Join forensic pathologist Carl Wigren as he discusses the field of forensic science and real life crime scene investigation. He will talk about strategies and methods used by technicians in the field and the lab.
Study Zone: 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Teen Zone: 3:30-5 p.m. Wednesdays. Middle and high school ages. Play video games, snack, get online, hang out, study, or pick-up a good book. All in the same place.
Teen Think Tank: 3-5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Grades 6-12. Need a place to work as a group? Want a quick study break? Keep calm and study on in a space reserved after school just for you.
Read, Review, Win: Grades 6-12. Read three books, write three short reviews, and win a prize. Earn a prize every time you read three books and earn entries into the grand prize drawing. Grand prize drawing: Each completed review form serves as an entry into the quarterly grand prize drawing. The more you read, the more chances you have to win. Drawings are March 10 and June 9. Reviews can be turned into the Auburn and Algona-Pacific Libraries.
ADULTS
ESL Class Spring Registration: 5 p.m. March 27. Learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills with an experienced instructor. Classes are free. To register for ESL classes: please arrive on time; registration will be first come, first serve; space is limited; allow 3 hours to complete registration; bring picture ID; please, no children. Classes are Mondays and Wednesdays 6-8:30 p.m., April 3–June 16.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class: 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Presented by Green River College. Learn English grammar, reading, writing, and conversations skills with an experienced instructor. Classes are free. Registration required.
Adult Game Night: 7-8:30 p.m. March 9. Ages 17 and older. Now adults can enjoy an evening of video games at the library. Come in to play some M Rated games on our Xbox 360 and PS3 consoles. Games and light snacks will be provided.
Third Thursday Afternoon Book Club: 2 p.m. March 16. “A Tale for the Time Being” by Ruth L. Ozeki.
Tablets 101: Noon, March 24. Learn how to use your new tablet. This class teaches the basics, how to turn off your device completely, wifi connection, security and app installation. All operating systems covered. Need to bring your own device.
One-on-One Job Assistance: 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. March 8; 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. March 20. Do you need help starting the online job application process? Get a free email account, start a resume, start an online job search, or navigate the job application process during a 45-minute appointment. Register online or call the library, 253-931-3018.
Improv Comedy Workshop for Adults: 3 p.m. March 26. Presented by Rebecca Lee. What do most comedic actors from feature films and TV sketch comedy shows have in common? Training in improv comedy. Whether your aspirations are for Hollywood, the stage, or just to be the funniest person in the room, this workshop is a great place to start. You will play games and improvise funny scenes, while building listening and teamwork skills, but most of all, you will have a blast.
Beyond the Internet, Finding Family History Records That Are Not Online: 7 p.m. March 28. It’s a myth and a fairy tale to think that everything related to genealogy and family history is online. Sources exist outside of the internet that can solve the hardest family puzzle – in letters, photographs, microfilms, archives, libraries and university collections. Professional genealogist Claudia Breland, author of Genealogy Offline, will demonstrate the types of records and where to find them, drawing on over 40 years of research experience.
AARP Tax Help: 4-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Get free individualized tax preparation assistance provided by trained AARP Foundation volunteers. No age or income limits. Please bring picture I.D., documented proof of Social Security Number, and last year’s return as well as any tax documents. No complex or business returns. Please pick up and complete the AARP intake form at the Information Desk. Please contact the library to make your appointment, 253-931-3018.
One-on-One Computer Help: 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m., Saturdays. Have computer or software questions? Get help from KCLS volunteers with computer basics, Microsoft Office, Internet, email and computer learning resources. You may bring your own laptop, but volunteers cannot provide hands-on or hardware assistance.
Computer classes?: If you’re interested in attending a computer class, please call 253-931-3018. • Microsoft Word 2013 Level 1, 1:30 p.m. March 15; • • Microsoft Word 2013 Level 2, 3:30 p.m. March 15; • Microsoft PowerPoint 2013, 1:30 p.m. March 22; • Outlook Email Level 1, 3:30 p.m. March 22. Please register.
EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT IT
Under Our Skin, What Do We Mean When We Talk About Race?: 7 p.m. March 16. Explore The Seattle Times “Under Our Skin” video project around race and inclusiveness. Discussion will inspire you to think and talk about issues of race in a deeper way. “Under Our Skin” will challenge your assumptions and build common ground. For more information, www.kcls.org.
Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Toddler Story Time: 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Stories, songs and fun.
Preschool Story Time: 11 a.m. Tuesdays. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Stories, songs and fun.
Family Story Time: 10 a.m. March 24. At the Pacific Community Center, 305 Milwaukee Ave., Pacific. All ages welcome, ages 6 and younger with adult. Stories, songs and fun.
Reading with Rover: 6-7 p.m. March 15. For school-age children accompanied by an adult. Build reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog in a welcoming environment. Reading with Rover is a community-based literacy program working with schools and libraries throughout the greater Seattle area.
TWEENS & TEENS
Hour of Code: 2 p.m. March 18. Grades 5-8. Learn the basics of computer programming by creating simple games and other projects. Beginners welcome. Students with lots of experience with Scratch or other coding programs may be too advanced. Space is limited, please register. The Hour of Code is a nationwide initiative by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming.
Teen Zone: 3:30-5 p.m. Thursdays. Grades 5-12. Play video games, snack, hang out, study, or pick up a good book. All in the same place.
Study Zone: 5-7 p.m. Tuesdays. Grades K-12. Drop in for free homework help from trained volunteer tutors.
Read, Review, Win: Grades 6-12. Read three books, write three short reviews and earn a free book or other small prize. Pick up a review form in the teen section of the library to participate.
ADULTS
Computer Classes: • Microsoft Excel 2013 Level 1, 7 p.m. March 16. Please register.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners Book Club: 7:30 p.m. March 15. “Go Set a Watchman” by Harper Lee. Share your love of books and connect with fellow readers. Contact the library for book title. Copies of this title have been reserved for participants and are available for check out at the library. New members are always welcome.
Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road SE., Auburn. 253-931-6779. Library events include:
PROGRAMS
Felt Embroidery Workshop: 1 p.m. March 11. Presented by Lisa Keller, artist. Ages 8 to 12. Love creating things by hand? If so, this is for you! Hand-stitching is one of the oldest maker activities and is used around the world to decorate clothing and accessories. Learn basic embroidery stitches and complete a project. All materials provided. Space is limited to 8 children. Please pick up a free ticket starting one half hour before the workshop.
Boredom Busters: At the library and looking for something to do? Ask the staff at the front desk about Boredom Buster kits. Board games, crafts, coloring, etc. Kits available for all ages.
EVERYONE’S TALKING ABOUT IT
Late Spring in the Edible Garden, Can I Still Plant a Garden?: 11 a.m. April 1. Now is the time to plant just about everything in your garden. Join garden educator Lisa Taylor, author of Your Farm in the City and the Maritime Northwest Garden Guide in a lively session about growing an edible garden. Learn the ins and outs of late spring and summer planting and how to get the most out of a small space.
Network
3No Networking: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays. 3No Networking is a casual weekly get-together set aside for members of the business community to drop in and get to know each other. The mixer rotates among Auburn venues. The series is made possible by a partnership between IPZ No. 15 Auburn, the City of Auburn Office of Economic Development, Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce and the Auburn Downtown Association. For more information, contact Doug Lein, IPZ administrator, at 253-804-3101. For a full schedule, visit www.3noNetworking.com.
Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce Business Insider Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., the third Tuesday of every month, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. $25/members; $35/non-members (includes lunch). Register online through the chamber. For more information, contact Karen Wickstrom at 253-833-0700 or karen@auburnareawa.org.
18th annual Greater Auburn Area Career Conference: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. March 21, Emerald Downs, 2300 Ron Crockett Drive, Auburn. More than 400 juniors and seniors attending from eight area high schools. Proceeds benefit the ACSEP student scholarship fund. Providing scholarships for trade school and college for Workforce Development. Register at 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, $6 for those younger than 60.
• Movie Screenings: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. 50 cents 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.
PROGRAMS
Volunteer opportunities: The center’s meals-on-wheels and respite programs need help to provide services to seniors. Please call 253-288-7441 or 253-931-3016, if interested.
Auburn Respite: Nonprofit adult day care program serving the community needs volunteers to help its senior participants. The group meets weekly at the center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays. The program allows caregivers to enjoy a worry-free day off while the participant enjoys socialization, companionship and lunch. For more information, contact program director Sheila Pankratz at 253-229-7510.
Pacific Algona Senior Center, 100 Third Ave SE, Pacific, 253-929-1153.
Serving seniors: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. No annual fee. Monday free lunch, Tuesday-Friday lunch provided by Catholic Community Services. Senior bus trips to local stores and events. Crafts and card making.
Entertainment
AUBURN AVENUE THEATER
At 10 Auburn Ave. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.
Comedy at the Ave: 7:30 p.m. March 10. Three comedians will work to twist your funny bone. Ages 18 and over only. Tickets: $18 regular; $15 students, seniors.
“The Boy Who Cried Wolf”: 2 p.m. March 11. Storybook Theater brings this truth-telling tale to life on stage. Shepherd-boy Sam is tired of watching sheep all day, and wants some excitement in his life. One day, he decides to shake things up by yelling “Help-a wolf!” just for fun. The villagers come running, only to discover that Sam has pulled the wool over their eyes. Tickets: $8 regular.
Suburban Showgirl: 7:30 p.m. March 11. This inspirational one woman tour de force was written by and stars Palmer Davis. Davis’ Wendy Walker, a professional dancer, wife and mother of two, discovers that life hasn’t turned out quite the way she had hoped. Twenty interesting characters dance their way into your hearts as Walker discovers unexpected joys and the courage to carry on. Tickets: $20 regular; $18 students, seniors.
The Gothard Sisters: 7:30 p.m. March 17. Since forming as a Celtic band in 2006, The Gothard Sisters who are truly sisters have become internationally recognized as multi-instrumentalist Celtic-influenced folk musicians, songwriters, and performers. Join them to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the theater for a great evening of dancing, singing and entertainment. Tickets: $23 regular; $20 students, seniors.
AUBURN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
At 702 Fourth St. NE. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Rec at 253-931-3043, Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, or brownpapertickets.com.
“Hairspray”: 7 p.m. March 9-11 and 16-18. Auburn High School Drama Department presents the Broadway musical. Silent auction accompanies each show, with proceeds supporting the drama club’s technology fundraising effort. Tickets: $12 adults, $5 for students and active military.
ELSEWHERE
“42nd Street”: 7 p.m. March 9, 10 and 11; 2 p.m. March 4, Auburn Riverside Theatre at Auburn Riverside High School, 501 Oravetz Road SE. The Raven players present the ultimate show-biz musical. Chock-full of swingin’ jazz and fast-paced tap, the show is a celebration of Broadway, Times Square and the people who make the magic of musical theatre. Tickets: $10 general admission; $5 students, seniors and military.
“A Streetcar Named Desire”: 7:30 p.m. March 10; 2 p.m., 7:30 p.m. March 11, Green River College, Performing Arts building, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Producing Tennessee Williams’ play. Admission: $7 general, $5 rate for seniors and non-students. Green River College students get in for free. Ticket stand opens a half-hour before show times.
The Prodigal Tour, featuring Sidewalk Prophets: 7 p.m. March 11, Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. Dove Award winners and Billboard Music Award nominees Sidewalk Prophets bring their hit music, energetic live performance and thought-provoking creativity. Tickets: $10 general admission; $25 early entry; $100 VIP. For more information, see tinyurl.com/auburn-wash.
The Kingsmen Live in Concert: 8 p.m. April 8, The Royal Bear, 35731 W. Valley Highway S., Algona. Legendary Northwest band performs. Admission: $25 general, $35 VIP. Order online at brownpapertickets.com/event/2875637.
Zola’s Cafe: Live music every Friday, 7-9 p.m., 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. Live music and wine tasting on the first Saturday of each month, 7-9 p.m. For information, contact Sonia Kessler at the cafe at 253-333-9652.
Poetry
Poetry at the Rainbow Café: 7-9 p.m. first Monday of the month, at the café, 112 E. Main St. Coffee and conversation follow readings. It is an open mic opportunity. The public is invited.
Museums
White River Valley Museum
Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and the first Thursday 6-8 p.m. Regular admission is $5 adults, $2 seniors and children. Children 2 years of age or younger are free. Free admission on the first Thursday and third Sunday of the month. For more information, visit www.wrvmuseum.org or call 253-288-7439.
EXHIBIT
Women at Work, Uniforms & Work Wear, 1910 to 2010: Jan. 18-June 18. Professional women of the early and mid-1900s followed dreams and necessity to pursue careers and work that was often outside the norm – and that came with a price. Held to different standards, which are especially easy to see in dress, women usually obliged and persevered. The foundation of the exhibit is the collection of Alice and Steve Miller who have assembled hundreds of women’s historic military and nursing uniforms – complete from shoes to hats. Eight of the sixteen ensembles on display are on loan from their collection. Exhibit supported by 4Culture.
Exhibit programs
Guest curator-led tours: 1 and 2 p.m. June 10. Tours included with regular museum admission or membership. No registration required but space is limited.
Women’s Suffrage Cookbook Program: 1-2 p.m. May 6. $10 per person; pre-registration required.
Galleries
Auburn City Hall: Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Admission is free. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.
