Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the website: www.auburntourism.com.
Auburn International Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Sundays, through Sept. 23, Auburn Sound Transit Plaza, 23 A St. SW. Opening its fourth season. Market features more than 40 vendors offering a variety of fresh locally grown farm-based foods, hand-crafted items, and a concession stand that is restaurant-based but features a home-cooked taste. The market includes free performances, guest chef demonstrations with farm-fresh ingredients, children’s activities and classes on health, nutrition, and gardening. For more information, visit www.auburnfarmersmarket.org.
Goodguys Pacific Northwest Nationals: July 27-29, Puyallup Fair & Expo Center, 110th 9th Ave. SW. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Featuring more than 2,500 cars on the fairgrounds in a giant show ‘n’ shine; Friday Night Drags at Pacific Raceways, and a Super Sunday Get-Together for late model American-made or powered cars. A wide-variety of cars will be on display, including 1972 and earlier rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks, and classics, as well as vendor exhibits, swap meet, live music, model car show, and more. General admission: $18; kids 7-12 $6; kids 6 and under free. Event parking free. For more information, call 253-845-1771 or visit www.pacificnorthwestnats.com.
Bon Odori Festival: 4-9 p.m., July 28, White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N. Annual festival celebrates the mid-summer holiday of Obon, a time for Buddhists to honor their ancestors and Japanese heritage. Group performances, traditional dances, music. Food for sale. Booths open at 4-4:30 p.m. Schedule: Okinawa Kenjin-Kai Taiko Group performance (4-5 p.m.); children’s lantern parade (5:15 p.m.); short opening service inside the temple (5:45); greetings and introductions (6 p.m.); traditional Odori dancing (6:15-9:30 p.m.); Seattle Matsuri Taiko Drum group performance (7:30). Information: www.whiteriverbuddhisttemple.org.
66th annual Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games & Clan Gathering: 8 a.m.-11 p.m., July 28; 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., July 29, Enumclaw Expo Center, 45224 284th Ave. SE. Authentic weekend of Scottish dancing and foods, bagpipe bands and old country field events. Admission: (per day) $15 adults; $11 seniors 60 and over, active, retired, veteran military; $11 children 5-17; 5 and under free; (two-day) $22 adults; $16 seniors 60 and over, active, retired, veteran military; $16 children 5-17. For more information, call 206-522-2541 or visit www.sshga.org.
ArtRageous: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Aug. 4, downtown Auburn. Free to the public. See and meet local artists. Hands-on activities, art making for all ages. Artists from throughout the region selling their quality handmade goods. Juried art show on display. A beer and wine garden will be in Plaza Park across the street from the Main Stage that will bring the music of Mr. Pink, and Whiskey River’s Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Band. For more information, call 253-931-3043.
Auburn’s National Night Out: Aug. 7, throughout Auburn. Unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch. Residents in neighborhoods throughout the city of Auburn and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on the outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police on Aug. 7. To register your neighborhood or to inquire about further details, contact Diana Johnson at 253-876-1965 or djohnson@auburnwa.gov. If desired, a City representative can make an appearance at your event to talk to attendees about fighting crime in their area. To register your event, visit www.auburnwa.gov.
Auburn Days: Aug. 10-11-12, downtown Auburn. Diverse community festival featuring musicians, authors, poets, artists, athletes and future leaders and supporting nonprofit organizations, hobbyists, candidates, vendors, volunteers, the public and families. Highlights: Friday, community barbecue; 6 p.m., 5K Fun Run, 7 p.m. Saturday, grand parade, noon; street dance, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, classic car, truck and cycle show, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. For more information, visit www.auburndays.com.
Second annual Auburn International Festival: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 11, City Hall Plaza and Plaza Park, 25 West Main St. The City of Auburn’s Community Services division presents a festival to celebrate the community’s diversity. Held in conjunction with Auburn Days. For more information, visit www.auburnwa.gov.
Benefits
Mad Dog Boot Camp Fitness: 10:30-11:30 a.m., July 28, 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: Aug. 11, 25.
Benefit supporting the Alzheimer’s Association: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Aug. 1,2, 3, Auburn Regional Medical Center, atrium, 202 N. Division St. The Behavioral Health Unit at ARMC hosts its second annual benefit supporting the Alzheimer’s Association. Silent auction items valued at $150 and up, as well as $1 raffle tickets to win a gift basket. Community invited.
Dog Days: Aug. 17-19, Pacific Raceways drag strip, 31001 144th Ave. SE, Kent. Machinists Union District Lodge 751 teams up with Pacific Raceways for its annual charity fundraising event. District 751 is selling discount tickets for Pacific Raceways’ NHRA Lucas Oil Division 6 Top Fuel dragster and Funny car races, which will take place that weekend. Tickets are $5 and good for one day’s entry to the races. Tickets are on sale at all District 751 union halls in Puget Sound, including the Auburn Hall, 201 A St. SW. Proceeds will go to Guide Dogs of America, a California-based charity that provides service dogs to people across North America who are blind or have impaired vision.
Barknum & Wagley’s Pawnival: Noon-4 p.m., Aug. 18, Paws-Abilities Total Dog Center, 7338 26th St. E., Fife. Activities, games for children and pets; prizes; demonstrations; vendors. Proceeds benefit local animal rescues. Sponsored by Dog Hair Everywhere and Johnson Klehr Pet Services . For more information, visit www.myaarf.org.
Health
Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Aug. 3, Gordon Trucking/Valley Freightliner, 151 Stewart Road SW, Pacific; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Aug. 4, Albertsons, 4010 A St. SE, Auburn; 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Aug. 11-12, Auburn Days, I St. NE and B Street; 10 a.m.-noon, Aug. 15, Parametrix, 1002 15th St. SW, Suite 220, Auburn. For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.
Puget Sound Blood Center drives: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Aug. 2, Boeing, 700 15th St. SW, (bus on south side of 10 Building); 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., Aug. 3, Boeing, 700 15th St. SW, (17-44 cafeteria); 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., Aug. 8, Social Security, 1901 C St. SW, Auburn; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., Aug. 10, Auburn Regional Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 12:30-3:30 p.m., Aug. 16, GISA, 400 15th St. SW; 8:30-11 a.m., Aug. 16, Aero Controls Inc., 1610 20th St. NW; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., Aug. 16, Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St.; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., Aug. 24, Zones, Inc., 1102 15th S. SW, Suite 102. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.org.
First annual Aging Expo, “Aging Successfully in Auburn and Beyond”: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 11, Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. Expo tailored toward baby boomers, older adults, their families and caregivers. Looking for exhibitors that have products or services that benefit these individuals to make the most out of life and look forward to a happy, healthy and financially secure future. To inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact Pegi Moll at the Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce at 253-833-0700 or pegi@auburnareawa.org.
Faith
2nd Annual Each 1 Reach 1 Outreach: 1-6 p.m., Aug. 18, Pacific Park, 600 3rd Ave. SE. Presented by Valiant Living Christian Center. Public invited. Day of ministering to the local community through song, dance and poetry. Entertainment, sack lunches. Monetary or food donations greatly appreciated. Please RSVP with your level of participation or questions to our outreach coordinator, Aileen Miles, at 253-670-2262. For more information, visit www.valiantliving.org.
Clubs
Striped Water Poets: Meet every Tuesday, 7- 9 p.m., at Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. A roundtable critique and welcoming of new poets.
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., July 30. Ages 2 to 6 with adult. Explore early literacy through stories, songs, finger plays and action rhymes.
Scared Silly Storytelling: 2 p.m., July 30, Les Gove Park Multipurpose Building. Ages 3 and older. Presenter: Chris Fascione. Dare to dream big with one of America’s funniest storytellers and his not-so-scary, delightfully silly, nighttime stories that provide just the right amount of shivers and giggles. This unique combination of acting, comedy and storytelling will tickle your goose bumps.
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.
DIY Henna: 2 p.m., July 30. In conjunction with Auburn Parks & Rec Drop-In Program held at Olympic Middle School, 1825 K St. SE. Celebrate summer by decorating yourself and your friends in henna. Learn about the history and tradition of henna while creating and applying your own designs. Supplies provided.
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): Aug. 1-31. 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.
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Algona-Pacific Library, 225 Ellingson Road, Pacific. 253-833-3554. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Toddler Story Times: 10:15 a.m., July 31. Ages 2 to 3 with adult.
Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., July 31. Ages 3 to 5 with adult.
Spanish Story Times: 6:30 p.m., July 31. Stories, rhymes, felt stories and more for the family.
Tales of a Celtic Sky Storytelling and Art: 2 p.m., July 26. Ages 3 and older. In the olden days, the bards were the people who shared stories and songs. Come spin a yarn as we gather around our pretend fire and share tales and songs of the people of Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Children will create a project based on our adventures.
Up In the Sky, Portable Planetarium Show: 10:30 a.m., July 28. Pacific Science Center-Science On Wheels. Ages 4 and older. Enter a nighttime “hilltop” in our planetarium. Inside, explore your way around the giant “connect-the-dot” pictures in the sky.
Star Search, Portable Planetarium Show: 11 a.m., July 28. Pacific Science Center-Science On Wheels. Ages 8 and older. Can you “read” the nighttime sky? Learn how to use a star map and apply your new skills as you hunt for seasonal Greco-Roman constellations across the sky.
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
Ghost Hunters: 7 p.m., July 25. All ages welcome. Learn about ghost hunting techniques and equipment from the Auburn Paranormal Activities Research Team (APART). They will also share stories of paranormal activity they’ve investigated. Spooky.
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.
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.
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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., July 26. Babies will be bouncing to fun rhymes and stories. Short play time follows.
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.
Network
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
Jazz series: 6-9 p.m., Saturdays, Auburn Wine and Caviar Co., 2402 A St. SE. Mark Lewis, a Northwest saxophonist and flute virtuoso joins Auburn Wine and Caviar in presenting a weekly jazz series. Featured guest musicians: • July 28, Overton Barry, piano. For more information,calll 253-887-8530.
Soundbites, Auburn’s newest concert series: Noon-1:30 p.m. every Friday, City Hall Plaza, 25 W. Main St., Auburn. Free to the public. Presented by Auburn Regional Medical Center. Lineup: • July 27 – BB and the Riptides (surf party classics). For more information, call 253-931-3043.
Outdoor Movie Nights: Summer nights, beginning at dusk. Matchett Park, 402 Warde St., Algona. Presented by the City of Algona. Lineup: “Big Miracle”, Aug. 4. Refreshments will be provided by South Valley Police Explorers. Bring chairs and blankets. Call 253-833-2897 for more information.
Kids SummerStage outdoor concert series: Noon, every Wednesday, Les Gove Park, 910 9th St. SE, Auburn. Free. Lineup: • Aug. 1 – singer/songwriter Eric Herman; • Aug. 8 – Caspar Babypants; • Aug. 15 – Brian Vogan and his Good Buddies. In the event of rain, the concert will be moved inside Parks Building at Les Gove Park. For more information, call the Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation at 253-931-3043.
“Oz!”: 7:30 p.m., July 27-28; 2 p.m., July 29, The Little Theatre at Thomas Jefferson High School, S. 288th St., Auburn. Rosebud Children’s Theatre Conservatory presents musical adaptation to the timeless tale of “The Wizard of Oz”. Tickets are $10. For more information, visit www.rosebudctc.org.
“Seussical The Musical”: 7:30 p.m., Aug. 3-4, 10-11; 2 p.m. Aug. 5, 12, The Little Theatre at Thomas Jefferson High School, S. 288th St., Auburn. Rosebud Children’s Theatre Conservatory presentation. Tickets are $10. For more information, visit www.rosebudctc.org.
Summer Sounds & Cinema: 7 p.m., Fridays, various Auburn parks. Free. Lineup: • Aug. 3, Sunset Park, 1306 69th St. SE, concert: No Rules; movie: “Tangled” (PG); • Aug. 10, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE, concert: One Eyed Jack; movie: “Toy Story” (G); • Aug. 17, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth St. SE, concert: Funaddicts; Movie: “Despicable Me” (PG). For more information, call Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation at 253-931-3043.
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
Auburn Community Players’ “Willy Wonka”: 6:30-9:30 p.m., Aug. 7, Children’s Dance Theater, 122 W. Main St., Auburn (entrance in back). Bring a head shot/picture, resume and a prepared musical theater song, two minutes max, no a cappella. Bring sheet music in correct key; accompanist will be provided. For any questions regarding the Auburn Community Players or the Auburn Ave Theater, please contact Jim Kleinbeck at 253-804-5057 or jkleinbeck@auburnwa. Auburn Community Players can be found on Facebook.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.
Auburn High School Class of ‘72: 6-11 p.m., Aug. 18, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Relaxed, casual evening as classmates reconnect with old friends, share laughs and rekindle memories. Cost: $60 per person, For more information, contact Jon Peninger at 253-631-0818 or auburn72@comcast.net, or visit www.auburn72reunion.info.
Museums
White River Valley Museum: Events: Explore the historic world of moving massive materials to market in the new exhibit. Rails to Sails, Tracking the Sound’s Industry Boom from Shore to Ship, on display from April 25-July 29. From the earliest days, the extractive industries of logging, mining and agriculture needed to expand their markets beyond the Puget Sound region to sustain or grow their operations. When railroads became available products could be shipped to one of the deep-water ports on Puget Sound and then sail to markets worldwide. 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: July exhibit: John Woodard’s large scale self-portrait oil paintings are variations of an exploration of self. Gallery is located at 25 W. Main St. Admission is free. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. 253-931-3043 or www.auburnwa.gov.
