Events

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

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.

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.

Women’s self-defense seminar: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., April 14, Karate Northwest, 2109 Auburn Way N., Suite D. Black Tiger Tactical and Karate Northwest host seminar to raise money for the Auburn Food Bank to assist women and children in abusive living environments. Cost: suggested $30 donation. Space is limited. Equipment required: appropriate training clothing, footwear, towel and bottle of water. To register, email tyler@blacktigertactical.tv.

Mad Dog Boot Camp Fitness: 10:30-11:30 a.m., April 14, 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 28; May 12, 26; June 9, 23; July 14, 28; Aug. 11, 25.

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.

Health

Cascade Regional Blood Center drives:  11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., April 6, Gordon Trucking/Valley Freightliner, 151 Stewart Road SW, Pacific; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., April 7, Albertsons, 4010 A St. SE, Auburn; 9 a.m.-noon, April 9, Parametrix, 1002 15th St. SW, Suite 220, Auburn; 2-5 p.m., April 14, Auburn Meadows Senior Community, 945 22nd St. NE; 10 a.m.-1 p.m., April 28, Auburn Valley Y Healthy Kids Day, 1620 Perimeter Road SW. 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 11, Social Security, mobile in parking lot, 1901 C St. SW, Auburn;  11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., April 20, Auburn Regional Medical Center, mobile at 2nd Street entrance, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m., April 23, Messiah Lutheran, New Gathering Hall, 410 H St. NE, Auburn; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m., April 25, Overcomers Covenant Church, mobile in parking lot, 33415 Military Road S.; 8-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., April 25, West Auburn High School, gym, 401 W. Main St.; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., April 26, Auburn City Hall, council chamber, 25 W. Main St. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.

Relay for Life: 6 p.m., May 11, Auburn Memorial Stadium, 801 Fourth Ave. NE.. Auburn. Benefit for the American Cancer Society. Teams forming.  To learn more, visit www.relayforlife.org.

Dog Trot Fun Run: 9:30 a.m., May 19, Game Farm Park, 3030 R St. SE, Auburn. The Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation Department is accepting registrations. The first 100 participants to register will receive a free goodie bag valued at more than $15. Early registration fee is $15 per person and includes an event T-shirt. Late registration and event-day registration is $20 per entry. T-shirts are available on a limited basis for late registrations. The Dog Trot is a family-oriented fun run/walk event that takes place in conjunction with Petpalooza. Participants can choose between the 3K or 5K routes.  Participants may register at the Parks, Arts & Recreation Office, 910 Ninth Street SE, fax to 253-931-4005 or mail to 910 Ninth St. SE, Auburn, WA 98002.  The registration form and complete event rules/information are listed on the city’s website, www.auburnwa.gov.

Faith

Easter services: 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Good Friday, April 6 ; 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., Easter Sunday, April 8,  Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. For more information, visit graceinauburn.com or call 253-833-5660.

Classes

Soos Creek Botanical Garden:  Presents springtime educational programs at its garden, 29308 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn. • 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:  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., April 9, 16, 23. 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., April 18, 25. Ages 3 to 6. Fun stories, flannel board and songs for kids and their families.

Family Story Time from Around the World: 10;15 a.m., April 30. Ages 2 to 6 with adult.Celebrate El Dia, the International Children’s & Book Day with a special multicultural Story Time.

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.

Duct Tape Creations: 3:30 p.m., April 10. Held at the PRAB Gymnasium in Les Gove Park. Make a duct tape rose, wallet, purse, phone case, or whatever you can imagine. Supplies provided.

Meet the Author: 4 p.m., April 10. Ages 9 to 15. Meet author David Patneaude at the White River Valley Historical Museum, located just behind the Auburn Library (currently under construction). He will be discussing “Thin Wood Walls”, his highly acclaimed book about a Japanese American boy living in the Auburn area around the time of World War II. “Thin Wood Walls” is one of 10 titles selected for this year’s Global Reading Challenge and will be available for purchase after the event.

Teen Book Club Reads: 4:30 p.m., April 17. “Rot and Ruin” by Jonathan Maberry.

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.

Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 6:30 p.m., April 10. “Isaac’s Storm” by Erik Larson.

Genealogy Assistance: 1 p.m., April 4, 7, 11, 14. Volunteers from South King County Genealogical Society will be available to answer your questions.

Computer classes: Sign-up at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018.

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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., April 11, 18, 25. Newborn to 24 months with adult. Stimulate brain development with bounces, rhymes, stories and play time. One baby per lap, please.

Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m., April 3, 10, 17, 24. Ages 2 to 3 with adult.

Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., April 3, 10, 17, 24. Ages 3 to 5 with adult.

Spanish Story Times: 6:30 p.m., April 10, 17, 24. All young children welcome with adult.

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., April 4,11, 18, 25. 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., April 24. 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.

Duct Tape Creations: 3:30 p.m. April 5. Make a duct tape rose, wallet, purse, phone case, or whatever else you can imagine. Supplies provided. Limited to the first 20 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.  • Internet Level 1: 1 p.m., April 7. • Microsoft Word Level 1: 10:30 a.m., April 16.

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.

Drop In to Learn about eBooks: 2 p.m., April 14; 6 p.m., April 23. Learn how to download KCLS eBooks to your eReader or computer. Look at popular eReaders, OverDrive and Adobe Digital Editions software and ask questions.

Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m., April 18. “Stones into Schools” by Greg Mortenson and “Mountains Beyond Mountains” by Tracy Kidder.

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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., April 19. Babies will be bouncing to fun rhymes and stories. Short play time follows.

Stories and Strings Story Time: 11 a.m., April 4, 11, 18, 25. 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., April 5. Do you need extra help on the computer? Have a special project you’re working on? Want to create an email account? A KCLS NetMaster instructor can give you one-on-one assistance.

Drop In to Learn about eBooks: 6 p.m., April 9; 2 p.m., April 28. 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

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.

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

Bravo presents Jet City Improv: 7:30 p.m., April 6,  Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Jet City Improv, a production project of Wing-It Productions, has been entertaining people of all ages in Seattle for 20 years. 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.

Savani World Quintet: 7:30 p.m., April 7, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. After over a decade as leader of the popular Cuban Big Band, Orchestra Zarabanda, Seattle vocalist and composer Elspeth Savani is stepping out with a new group. Fusing world music and jazz the new sound draws on her rhythmic and improvisatory background while traversing a wide breadth of Latin American styles and vocal colors. 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.

Avenue Kids present “Seussical Jr.”: 7 p.m., April 13; 2 p.m., April 14, 15, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. 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. Tickets: $6. 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.

5th annual Spring Fairy Festival: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. April 14, Green River Community College’s Lindbloom Center, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Calling all fairies, elves, gnomes, pixies, sprites, brownies, leprechauns, dragons and other magical and mystical creatures. Crescent Moon Gifts presents event. The themed-costume event encourages audience participation. The event includes vendors, music, dance, arts and entertainment. Tickets: $15 (13 and older), $5 (5-12) and GRCC students with ID and 4 and under are free. For tickets and more information, call 253-572-8339 or visit www.springfairyfestival.com.

April Comedy at the Ave: 7:30 p.m., April 20, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. 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.

Bravo presents Steffan Soule’s Dreams, Magic and Miracles: 7:30 p.m., April 21, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Las Vegas-quality magic show. 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.

The Diamond Experience: 7:30 p.m., April 28, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Bringing the wholesome and heartwarming passion of Neil Diamond’s music to the stage. 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.

Poetry at The Station Bistro: 7-10 p.m., first Mondays of each month, Bistro, 110 Second St. SW, Suite 125, Auburn. Poets featured at the open mic venue. Presented by The Station Bistro, the Northwest Renaissance, Auburn Striped Water Poets. Event is free. Open to poets of every age and skill level. For more information, contact mcbreenpost@aol.com.

Zola’s Cafe: Live music every Friday, 7-9 p.m., 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. For information, contact Sonia Kessler at the cafe at 253-333-9652.

Auditions

“The Phantom Tollbooth”:  7-9 p.m., April 3, 5. Heavier Than Air Family Theater, Performing Arts Building, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Needed are actors and singers, 18 and older.  Performances June 15, 16, 22, and 23. Information: 253-833-9111, ext. 2409, or jbaker@greenriver.edu, or www.heavierthanair.com.

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.

Museums

White River Valley Museum:  Exhibits: Best Friends, Antique Photographs of Animals and their People, 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:  April exhibit:  Collages created from the boxes of unused photographs of photographer and artist Thendara Kida-Gee.  Silver Gelatin black and white photographs of landscape and architecture of the city are skillfully documented by artist Zachary Kolden. 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.