Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the Web site: www.auburntourism.com.
Puyallup’s Spring Fair: April 14-17, Puyallup Fairgrounds, 110 9th Ave. SW,. Entertainment, garden show, monster trucks, science fair, Northwest Junior Rodeo, rides, food, animal exhibits and more. 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. Admission: $9 adults; $7 students (6-18, free student admission April 14); 5 and under free. Parking free. Information: 253-841-5045, www.thefair.com.
Emerald Downs opening night: 6 p.m., April 15, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Season opener for 82-day Thoroughbred racing season, with live action every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. First post is 6 p.m. weekdays and 2 p.m. weekends and holidays. Thursday racing is offered July 14-Aug. 25, and Monday holiday racing is set for May 30, July 4 and Sept. 5. A 29-race stakes schedule features five doubleheaders and the 76th running of the $200,000 Longacres Mile (Grade III) on Aug. 21. Opening night promotion: win one of 50 32-inch LCD TVs. Information: 1-888-931-8400 or www.emeralddowns.com.
4th annual Spring Fairy Festival: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., April 16, Lindbloom Student Center, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Presented by Crescent Moon Gifts. Admission: $5-10. A fairy and fantasy-themed festival event featuring live art, music and dance performances, costume contests, workshops and children’s activities, vendors, and more. Information: www.springfairyfestival.com.
Pacific Parks Pick-up Plus: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., April 16. City of Pacific celebrates Earth Day with a community-wide cleanup effort. Activities include trash pickup from city parks, trails and open spaces, with individual and team competitions determined by the amount of debris accumulated. A volunteer appreciation lunch begins at 12:30 p.m., along with a kids’ art contest. Volunteers can sign-in at 9:45 a.m. at the Pacific Algona Community Center, 100 3rd Ave. SE, Pacific. Further information and updates can be found at: Pacific Post Office, Pacific City Hall, Algona-Pacific Library, www.cityofpacific.com, flwr.wetpaint.com, by e-mailing pacificnaturalist@clearwire.net or calling 253-833-0977.
Healthy Kids Day: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., April 16, Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. The Y invites kids and families from the community to participate in a national event to promote youth health and wellness. The pirate-themed event will feature more than 50 different activities for kids, plus health and wellness resources for families. The first 100 kids will receive a free T-shirt, the first 75 families will receive a free laptop bag. A free 10-minute massage will be offered to parents. Gene Juarez is providing free haircuts for boys and girls. There also will be a drawing for a free one-year family membership. Many other prizes will be given away. Families are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item for the Auburn Food Bank. Free to the public. For more information, call 253-833-2770.
Flower Show, “Step Into Spring”: 4-8 p.m., April 18; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 19, Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth Street SE, Auburn. Admission free.
Bracketstars High School Drags Car Show, Racing School, Pit Party: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., April 23, Pacific Raceways 31001 144th Ave. SE, Kent. Fully featured car show. Bring your daily driver, your work in progress or dad’s hot rod. Not in high school? That’s OK. Show will have a separate area for the high school students’ cars. All age groups welcome. Learn the basics about drag racing and get ready for the high school drags. $15 registration fee. Information: www.bracketstars.com.
Clean Sweep: 7:30 a.m., May 7, Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St., and various locations around Auburn. A pancake breakfast and registration begins the day, followed by a ceremonial sweep down the sidewalks along Main Street at 8:30 a.m. Other cleanup work to begin at 9. Volunteers will have the opportunity to work on major cleanup and beautification efforts downtown Auburn and in other areas around the city. Volunteer groups will work on painting, cleaning, weeding, landscaping and general maintenance projects in downtown Auburn and other locations. Volunteers can either choose to participate in a specific project or can ask to be assigned to the project that is in need of the most volunteer support. Volunteers can sign up at www. www.auburnwa.gov. For more information, call 253-931-3043.
Auburn Downtown Art Walk: 4-9 p.m., May 13; 10 a.m.-5 p.m., May 14, along Main Street. The two-day free event will feature local artists who will display their artwork and provide demonstrations in businesses throughout the downtown core. Both days will be full of art activities for all ages, music and performances as well as wine tasting with local wineries. Presented by the Auburn Valley Creative Arts, The Auburn Downtown Association, City of Auburn as well as artists and community members. To join the effort or to obtain more information, email AuburnArtWalk@gmail.com or visit www.auburnartwalk.com.
Auburn community yard sale: June 3-5, throughout Auburn. Turn your unwanted household goods into cash and provide someone else with a new treasure. Be a part of the fun and have a single-family yard sale at your home or a multifamily sale with your neighbors June 3-5. Registration is now open and can be done by: • submitting an online registration; • download, print, fill and mail or bring in registration form to City Hall Utility counter located at 1 Main St. on the second floor; pick up a registration form at the City Hall Utility Counter, the Parks, Arts & Recreation Administration Building at 910 Ninth St. SE or the Senior Activity Center at 808 Ninth St. SE. Participants who register by April 30 will have their address listed in two local ads and on the City website. If you miss the registration period, you can still pick up a free yard sale kit at the City Hall utility counter or you can download materials from the City’s website. For more information, call 253-931-3047 during regular business hours.
Benefit
Machinists Union food drive: Throughout April. Benefit for the Puget Sound Labor Agency’s efforts to help feed unemployed workers and their families. People can donate cash or non-perishable food at any union hall operated by the Machinists Union District Lodge 751, including the Auburn Hall, which is at 201 A St. SW.
13th annual Curves of Auburn Food Drive: Throughout April, 421 E. Main St. Benefits the Auburn and Pacific/Algona food banks. For more information, call 253-887-8959 or auburnmaincurves@yahoo.com.
Communities In Schools of Auburn “Clothes 4 Kidz” drive: Through April 29, during normal business hours, all schools and the larger community are encouraged to donate clean, gently-used clothing (size child 4 to adult M) and shoes. Also needed are new underwear and socks (in original package) for children ages 5-13. Dropoff locations: • Valley Regional Fire Authority Fire Station No. 31 (by Fred Meyer), 1101 D St. NE; • Valley Christian School, 1312 2nd St. SE, Auburn; • Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Office, 910 9th St. SE; • Auburn School District Administration Building, 915 4th St. NE; • Auburn City Hall & Annex (2nd Floor), 25 W. Main St.; • Auburn School District Transportation office, 615 15th St. SW; • Dick Scobee Elementary School, 1031 14th St. NE; • Terminal Park Elementary School, 1101 D St. SE; • Mt. Baker Middle School, 620 37th St. SE; • Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S. For more information, e-mail cisauburn@comcast.net or visit www.auburn.ciswa.org.
St. Matthew/San Mateo Episcopal Church rummage sale: April 14, 15, 16. Hours: 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Thursday; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m. -1 p.m. Saturday, 123 L St. NE, Auburn.
Zumbathon: 4-6 p.m., April 16, City of Pacific Gymnasium, 300 Milwaukee Blvd S., Pacific. Two hours of Zumba to raise money for new sound equipment for the community center. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Raffle prizes, too. Call 253-929-1150 to register.
Christopher Davis Johnson benefit: 5-10 p.m., April 16, Sports Page, 2802 Auburn Way N. Raffles, silent auctions, $10 buffet. Proceeds go to Christopher Davis Johnson’s funeral costs. Sponsored by Outhouse Printing and Marada Skateboards. Must be at least 21 years of age to attend. For more information, contact Christina McCluskey at cmccluskey77@gmail.com or Carri Williams at carriwilliams@comcast.net, or call 253- 561-1816.
See Sandra Lee at the Spring Fair in Puyallup: 2 p.m., April 16. Bring your non-perishable food or financial donation for food banks. The first 300 guests to donate get VIP seats to see Sandra demonstrate semi-home recipes on stage at 2 pm. (Donations accepted at Garden Show Stage in the Americraft ShowPlex starting at 10 a.m.).
Himawari Japanese Preschool charity bazaar: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., April 16. Saltwater Unitarian Universalist Church, 25701 14th Place S., Des Moines. Proceeds will be donated to Save The Children for its Japan Earthquake Relief efforts. Featuring a garage sale, bake sale and snacks and craft sale. For more information, contact Kazuyo Hall at 253-670-0899 or toiawase@himawariseattle.com.
Lions Clubs’ 7th annual Special Needs Youth Fishing Derby: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., April 30, Auburn Mill Pond Park, 600 Oravetz Road. Presented by the Lions of Zone C-3 District 19C. Preschool and school-age special needs youth are invited to the free derby. Please bring a fishing rod and bait. Siblings and friends are welcome. A limited amount of fishing rods and bait will be available. For more information, contact Bob Darrigan at 253-874-4282.
Neighborhood BBQ, bake sale: Noon-4 p.m., April 30, 4936 Diana Court, Auburn. Neighbors and friends are organizing a benefit to help a Lakeland Hills family, who lost everything in a house fire. Please contribute a generous $5 donation.
Inaugural Birthday Dreams fundraiser: 2-5 p.m., April 30, New Life Church, 15711 152nd Ave. SE, Renton. Bring your kids and grandkids to a fun birthday party filled with inflatables, clowns, face painting and games. Adults are invited to an auction and dessert. Birthday Dreams is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing birthday parties to homeless children and foster children living in group homes. Tickets are $20 per person, $30 per couple. Online registration available at www.birthdaydreams.org.
Auburn Relay For Life: 6 p.m. May 13 to noon May 14, Auburn Memorial Stadium, 801 4th St. NE. Benefit for the American Cancer Society. If you would like to help, contact Ashley Thordarson at 253-670-9113. For more event information, please visit www.relayforlife.org/auburnwa.
Empty Bowls: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., May 17, Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. Benefit luncheon for the Auburn Food Bank. Cost: $15 minimum donation. Attendees can donate, then chose from among 200 handmade bowls by Green River Community Colleges students and professional potters. Organizers seeking donations of artisan bowls, soup, bread, beverages and cookies. For those who wish to donate, call the food bank at 253-833-8925.
“See Ya Later” Tour: 10:30 a.m., Sept. 12, Indian Summer Golf and Country Club, 5900 Troon Lane SE, Olympia. Noon shotgun start for four-man scramble, followed by silent auction at 4 p.m., dinner at 6, evening festivities and oral auction at 7. Proceeds benefit the “See Ya Later” Foundation. Join the tournament as a golfer, sponsor, in-kind donor or inner guest. Pre-registration deadline is Sept. 1. Participation will be limited to the first 128 paid players. Basic player package, including lunch and dinner, is $150; or premium player package at $275. Register online at www.SeeYaLater.org or make checks payable to: “See Ya Later” Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 8, Auburn, WA 97071. For more information: www.SeeYaLater.org, Brian.Williams@SeeYaLater.org, 253-332-5144.
Easter
Fourth annual Easter Egg Scramble: 1-3 p.m., April 17, Rainier Middle School, 30620 116th Ave. SE. Hosted by Veritas Church. The event provides kids the opportunity to collect from more than 10,000 stuffed eggs, play on oversized inflatables, participate in a variety of carnival- style games, and more. Free. Information: visit www.seektheveritas.com.
Easter services: 10 a.m., April 24, Rainier Middle School, 30620 116th Ave. SE. Free pancake breakfast following services. Hosted by Veritas Church. To learn more, visit www.seektheveritas.com.
Easter services: Good Friday, April 22, 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Easter Sunday, April 24, 7:15 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:45 a.m., Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. For more information, visit graceinauburn.com or call 253-833-5660.
Easter Sunrise Service: 6:30 a.m., April 24, Mountain View Cemetery, 2020 Mountain View Drive, Auburn. Open to all faiths. Rev. Greg Kaurin of Messiah Lutheran Church will preside over the service, which also will include music and an Easter message. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, please call 253-931-3028 or visit www.mtviewcemeteryauburn.gov.
Health
Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., April 16, Auburn Valley YMCA Healthy Kids Day, 1620 Perimeter Road SW; 1-4 p.m., April 19, DeVry University, 3600 S. 344th Way, Federal Way. For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.
Puget Sound Blood Center drives: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., April 22, Auburn Regional Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 8-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., April 27, West Auburn High School, gym, 401 W. Main St.; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., April 28, Auburn City Hall, council chamber, 25 W. Main St.; 8 a.m.-2 p.m., May 5, Auburn High School, 800 4th St. NE. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.
Operation Emotional Freedom, The Answer: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., May 7, Meeting Room 2, Federal Way Regional Library, 34200 1st Way S. Free program. Sarah L. Blum, ARNP, a decorated Vietnam veteran with 26 years of experience as a nurse psychotherapist treating post-traumatic stress disorder, will be showing the film and answer questions. She will teach the emotional freedom technique (EFT) to attendees and train them in how to use it. EFT releases and heals anxieties, fears, emotional pain and trauma without suffering. Veterans from all wars and conflicts are urged to attend. For information: www.sarahshealinghaven.com.
National Drug Take Back Day: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., April 30, Auburn Police Department, 340 E. Main St. Auburn residents who want to participate can drop off unwanted or expired medicines, including pain relievers and other controlled substances, at the police station. Information: www.takebackyourmeds.org.
Healthy Cooking: Demonstrations, Outpatient Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Services, Medical Gym, 701 M St., Suite 102, Auburn. Come learn health from the experts. A $5 food donation is requested. For more information, call 253-833-8766.
Classes, camps
Landscape Design Study: April 27-28, South Seattle Community College, 6000 16th Ave. SW, Seattle. Chinook District of the Washington State Federation Garden Clubs is hosting National Garden Clubs, Inc.’s series of four courses over the next two years. Course I cost is $60. Courses will be taught by landscape architects and designers, all experts in the field. Topics include space, design and people; principles and elements of landscape design; planning your home grounds; basics of a site plan; the private garden; design for the environment; public landscapes; development of landscape design; landscape design resources; and groundcovers in the landscape and their functional application. Registration forms available at www.wagardenclubs.com.
Incident Comman System 100: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., April 30. Presented by the City of Pacific. For those who plan to volunteer in the event of a disaster or just want to find out more about emergency response. ICS is the incident management tool required for use during all emergency and disaster response. No charge. Class size limited to 30 participants. To sign up , email Pacificmayor@aol.com or sign up at Pacific City Hall.
Are You Ready – Disaster Preparedness Workshop: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., May 7, Pacific Community Center, 100 3rd Ave. SE, Suite B, Pacific. Participants will learn about the types of disasters that can occur in their community, the importance of family disaster planning and other planning issues such as people with special needs, young children and pets. No charge. Class size limited to 30 participants. Participants shall receive a copy of FEMA’s “Are You Ready?” – an in-depth guide to citizen preparedness (www.fema.gov/areyouready/). To sign up , email Pacificmayor@aol.com or sign up at Pacific City Hall.
Signups
Merchants league: The Auburn Golf Course is now accepting signups for a new golf league for area merchants. The season will last from the beginning of May through August. While designed for merchants, a business affiliation is not required to form a team. 17-week league season on Mondays and Tuesdays, May 2-Aug. 23. Weekly tee times: 4 p.m. – 5:52 p.m. Four-person team, 9-hole medal play format with handicaps. Projected league prize fund: $20,000 or more (based on full field). Entry fee: $200/team. For more information call 253-833-2350 or visit www.auburngolf.org.
Arts
Artists needed: The Auburn Valley Creative Arts, The Auburn Downtown Association, the Auburn Arts Commission and the City of Auburn Parks, Art and Rec are recruiting artists for the May 13-14 Auburn Art Walk. Entries include an artist bio (200 words or less), artist statement (25 words or less) and a $10 entry fee. Entry information available at www.auburnartwalk.com.
Libraries
Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253-931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Toddler ABC Story Times: 10:15 a.m., April 18, 25. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Young children explore the alphabet through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.
Preschool ABC Story Times: 11 a.m., April 18, 25. Ages 3 to 5 with adult, siblings welcome. Preschoolers develop pre-reading skills exploring the alphabet through stories, music and activities.
Tuesday Bouncing Baby Story Times: 10:05 a.m., 11 a.m., April 19, 26. Ages newborn to 24 months. Babies and parents will be bouncing along to short rhymes and books.
Wacky Wednesday Story Times: 10:15 a.m., April 20, 27. Ages 3 to 6. Join us for wacky books, felt board stories and jumping up and down rhymes. Special guests: Oscar Ostrich and Mousie’s ABC Mouse in the House series.
Sleepy Story Times: 7 p.m., April 21, 28. All ages welcome, ages 5 and younger with adult. Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bear to this 30-minute bedtime Story Time.
Book Buddies: 4 p.m., April 20, 21, 27, 28. Teen volunteers are available in the children’s area to assist elementary school students in kindergarten through 4th grade with their reading.
TEENS
Study Zone: 5 p.m., April 18, 19, 25, 26; 3 p.m., April 20, 27; 4 p.m., April 14, 21, 28. Grades K-12. Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors.
Teen Book Club Reads: 4:30 p.m,. April 19. “The Prophecy of the Sisters” by Michelle Zink. The first eight people who sign up to attend will receive a free copy courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Library.
Poetry for the Page, Poetry for the Stage: 4 p.m., April 15. Learn how writing poetry and sharing poetry with others are different. Workshop includes time to create poetry and read it aloud.
Game On!: 3:30 p.m., April 20, 27. Play your favorite games for the Wii, Xbox 360, GameCube and PS2.
ADULTS
Share your Love of Reading with Someone Who Cannot Visit the Library: Volunteer to select, deliver and return library materials to a shut-in patron at least once a month, for one year. You must be age 18 or older and have reliable transportation. Training is provided and takes about an hour. For more information, contact Susan LaFantasie, 425-369-3235 or 877-905-2008.
Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m., April 27. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): 6 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays. A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills.
The Friends of the Auburn Library Meeting: 7 p.m., April 26. The Friends support the library and programs. Join us.
Computer Classes: Sign up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018. 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 volunteer instructor can give you one-on-one Assistance. Please make a PC reservation in advance; the NetMaster will work with you at the appropriate station.
Effective Resumes for the New Job Search: 7 p.m., April 14. The workshop focuses on developing a resume that will get past the 10-second screen. A resume template will be distributed that can be used in paper or electronic form. Learn what employers are looking for in a resume? How to get your resume pass the first employer screening? Discover the ten keys to a successful resume.
Simple Sewing: Scarves: 1 p.m., April 16. For guys and gals of all ages. We like to teach beginners and encourage those who already know how to create from scraps. This workshop focuses on scarves that ring or float.
SKCGS Computer Users’ Group: 6 p.m., April 19. A subcommittee of the South King County Genealogical Society created to discuss computers and genealogy.
Effective Networking for Employment: 7 p.m,. April 21. Why networking is so important for getting a job in today’s environment. Learn how to take your job goal and develop a comprehensive approach to professional networking program.
eBay-The Basics of Selling!: 6 p.m., April 27. Whether you simply want to get rid of “stuff,” desire additional part-time income or a serious eBay business, this class is your foundation. Optional workbooks available for purchase during class. Taught by multi-award winning eBay instructor and author.
Computer classes: Sign-up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018.• One-on-One Computer Assistance: 7 p.m., April 27; • Microsoft Word Level 1: 10 a.m., April 16; • Microsoft PowerPoint: 7 p.m., April 18; • Microsoft Word Level 2: 10 a.m., April 23; Blog Basics: 7 p.m., April 25; • Internet Level 1: 10 a.m., April 30.
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Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Live with Caspar Babypants: 11 a.m., May 19. Ages 2 to 5 with adult. Chris Ballew is better known as the lead singer of the Seattle-based rock and roll band, The Presidents of the United States of America. The group includes three singers, electric piano, electric guitar and percussion. The show will feature simple songs families can sing together to reinforce many concepts related to Early Literacy. Space is limited, first come, first seated. Program will be held at the Pacific Community Center Gymnasium, 305 Milwaukee Blvd S. 253-929-1155.
Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m., May 3, 10, 17. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Join us for stories, rhymes, music and fun.
Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., May 3, 10, 17. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills.
Baby Story Time: 10:15 a.m., May 4, 11, 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.
Kids Read @ 4 Book Club: 4 p.m., May 5. Ages 9 to 12. Meet on the first Thursday of the month to talk about great books. Call the library at 253-833-3554 for this month’s title. Copies of the book will be reserved and available for check out at the library.
Pajama Story Time: 7 p.m., May 23. Ages 3 and older with adult, siblings welcome. Fun stories, music and activities before bedtime. You are welcome to attend in your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed friend.
TEENS
Outdoor Photo Shoot: 4 p.m., May 25. Ages 12-18. Learn tips and tricks to taking great pictures from a professional photographer with your digital or film camera. Bring your own cameras. Registration not required, limited to 10 participants.
Game On!: 3 p.m., May 4, 11, 18, 25. Teens in middle, junior high and high school. Play Guitar Hero, DDR and your favorite Wii and GameCube games.
Pizza and Books: 3:30 p.m., May 24. Join us to eat and talk about the books you’ve been reading. Be one of the first to sign-up and get a free copy of the featured book of the month book to take home, courtesy of the Friends of the Algona-Pacific Library.
ADULTS
English classes for immigrants (ESOL): 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays. In partnership with Green River Community College, the Algona-Pacific library offers regular, free English classes for adult learners.
One-on-one assistance for Spanish speakers: Spanish-speaking individuals can arrange for an hour of free assistance in Spanish to help them learn and use library (computer class, help with the catalog, databases, etc.). Interested patrons may contact Jessica McClinton-Lopez at 253-91-3018 ext. 130 or jmlopez@kcls.org.
Computer Class: Registration required. Please sign up at the Information Desk or call 253-833-3554. • Microsoft Excel Level 1, 6:30 p. m., May 11. Learn how to perform calculations using formulas, copy formulas with the fill handle and use Autosum for quick addition. Registration is required. Sign up at the Information Desk or call 253-833-3554. • Facebook Basics, 6:30 p.m., May 25. Learn the basics of the social networking web site Facebook. Instructor will demonstrate how to use the site, why it’s useful, discuss privacy, and help set up an account. Prerequisites: Basic understanding of the Internet and must have an email account.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m., May 18. “The Coroner’s Lunch” by Colin Cotterill. Share your love of books and connect with fellow readers at our monthly book group. Copies of this title have been reserved for participants and are available for check out at the library. Join us-new members are always welcome.
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Muckleshoot Library, 39917 Auburn-Enumclaw Road SE., Auburn. 253-931-6779. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Stories and Strings Story Times: 11 a.m., April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25. Come for a rockin’ good time of stories, songs and silliness.
ADULTS
COMPUTER CLASSES
Looking to sharpen your technology skills?: If you’re interested in attending a class, please call 253-931-6779. Do you need extra help on the computer? Have a special project you’re working on? Want to create an e-mail account? A KCLS NetMaster volunteer instructor can give you One-on-One Assistance. • Publisher Level 1, 6 p.m., May 5. Learn the basics of using desktop publishing to create flyers, greeting cards, brochures and other documents. Prerequisite: Ability to use the mouse and keyboard. • Word Level I: 10:30 a.m., May 28. Learn basic word processing skills such as entering, selecting and deleting text. The class prepares students for the Microsoft Word Level 2 class.
Plateau Area Creative Writing Group: 10 a.m., April 29, May 27. Calling all writers. Writing workshop is designed for all who write – whether it’s poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction or memoir. It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned writer or one who is just getting started, please come and share your stories.
Network
Auburn Morning Toastmasters Club: 6:30-7:30 a.m. Thursdays. Learn the fine art of communication in a supportive atmosphere. Toastmasters is an international organization helping people improve their communication and pubic speaking skills. New members welcome. Rainbow Café, 112 E. Main St., Auburn.
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 Monday of every month, Emerald Downs, Emerald Room (fourth floor), 2300 Emerald Downs Drive. Register online through the chamber.
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.
• Open Jam Session: 10-11:30 a.m., second and fourth Wednesday. All musicians are welcome.
Entertainment
Rainier Youth Choirs Music Marathon: 6 p.m., April 15, Fairwood United Methodist Church, 15255 SE Fairwood Blvd, Renton. Admission is free. Pizza, cookies and sodas/water will be on sale throughout the show. For more information, visit www.RainierYouthChoirs.org.
“Emperor’s New Clothes”: 2 p.m., April 16, 17, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Presented by Auburn Kids Theater. Follow Wart and Hog as they help the people of Glump teach the Emperor a valuable lesson about his new clothes. The show marks the culmination performance of the Spring Break Theater Camp. Tickets: $6. Call 253-931-3043, Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or online through Brown Paper Tickets at www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
Comedy at the Ave: 7:30 p.m., April 22, Auburn Ave Theater, 10 Auburn Avenue. Comedian and juggler Michael Davis headlines lineup. Tickets: $17, $15. Information: www.auburnwagov.
5th Avenue Theatre’s Musical “Rosie the Riveter”: 2 p.m., April 23, The Museum of Flight, 9404 E. Marginal Way S., Seattle. The show tells the story of the heroic women in the World War II workforce who built the airplanes that helped win the war, known collectively as “Rosie the Riveters.” There will be a question and answer session with former Rosies after the performance, followed by an autograph session. For tickets, information, call 206-764-5720 or visit www.museumofflight.org.
“The 39 Steps”: 7:30 p.m., April 23, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E Main St. Alfred Hitchcock’s spy thriller, an award-winning and nationally touring show marks the end of the Bravo Performing Arts Series with a one-night-only performance. Tickets: $25 regular, $23 students, seniors. Call 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or online through Brown Paper Tickets at www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
Auburn Symphony Orchestra “The Titan”: 7:30 p.m., April 30; 2:30 p.m., May 1, 7:30 p.m., Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Free pre-concert lectures at 6:45 p.m. April 30, and 1:45 p.m. May 1. Program: (In Memorium Gustav Mahler) Blumine; Songs of a Wayfarer; Symphony No. 1 in D Major “The Titan.” Tickets: Reserved seats, $32 adults; $25 seniors; $10 students. Information: Call 253-887-7777 or purchase online at auburnsymphony.org.
The Diamond Experience: 7:30 p.m., April 30, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. A tribute to the classic Neil Diamond. Led by front man Billy Farmer, The Diamond Experience is a Washington-based group that has traveled extensively throughout the region. Tickets: $17 regular/$15 students, seniors. Call 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or online through Brown Paper Tickets at www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
Judy Sings Judy: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 7, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Tribute artist Judy Ann Moulton performs the songs of the legendary Judy Garland. Tickets: $17 regular/$15 students, seniors. Call 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or online through Brown Paper Tickets at www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
Chance McKinney n’ Cross Wire: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 14, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. CMT Award winner Chance McKinney and band Cross Wire will play “industrial country,” a blend of country with ’90s Rock, ’60s Motown and heavy metal influences.Tickets: $17 regular/$15 students, seniors. Call 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or online through Brown Paper Tickets at www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
Zola’s Cafe: Live music every Friday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. Also looking for talented musicians, singers or comedians to perform. Please contact Sonia Kessler at the cafe at 253-333-9652.
Dance
Children’s Dance Theater: New locations at 122 W. Main St. Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for program information. Join our new spring start classes. New hip hop, ballet & tap combo and Kinder Theatre classes starting April 18.
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.
Pacific Ballroom Dance “Ignite”: 7:30 p.m., June 3; 2:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., June 4, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Latin and ballroom dancing performance. Tickets: $15 for evening shows, $12 for matinee; children 3 and under free. For more information, visit www.pacificballroom.org.
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: 918 H St. SE, Auburn. Exhibit: Until April 17, Wrecked! Misadventures on the Northern Pacific Railway,” an exhibit covering pitfalls, pratfalls, hotboxes, split switches, telescoped trains, boiler explosions and derailments on the NPR’s sometimes bumpy journey over the Northwest. Upcoming exhibit: “Yellow Polka Dot Bikinis and Tummy Crunches: A Century of Female Bodies and Swimsuits” – opens May 4 and runs through July 31. Related events (offered in conjunction with “Yellow Polka Dot Bikinis.”) Unless otherwise noted, events are included with museum admission. • Mother’s Day Celebration: High Tea at the Museum, May 7, 1 p.m., 3 p.m. Celebrate Mother’s Day with high tea at the White River Valley Museum. View the exhibit “Yellow Polka Dot Bikinis and Tummy Crunches: A Century of Female Bodies and Swimsuits” and then enjoy savories, sweets and tea. The cost is $10 per person. Reservations required by calling 253-288-7433. • Body Image and the Path to Perfection, June 11, 1-3 p.m. Join women’s historian Dr. Michelle Marshman for a revealing discussion and slideshow about diet, exercise and the ever-changing silhouette of the perfect female body. • Family Day: Beach Essentials, June 18, noon-4 p.m. Join the museum for an exciting exploration of summer-time fun and enjoy hands-on activities for the whole family. Museum hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Sundays. 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 event information.
Galleries
Auburn City Hall: April 6-May 3: Eight artists of diverse media and style have come together after meeting each other through Artist Trust’s EDGE (Artist Development Program) to celebrate the arts. The artwork of Greg Bartol, Debra Calkins, Nikki deRelle, Ren Lis, Glenda Powers, Joan Schlichting, Maggie B Stokes and Larkin Jean VanHorn will be included in this exhibition. 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. S.E. 253-931-5043 or www.auburnwa.gov/arts.
