Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the Web site: www.auburntourism.com.
Auburn Community Yard Sale: June 3-5, throughout Auburn. (9 a.m.-4 p.m., hours may vary). Single- and multi-family yard sales scheduled throughout the community. For more information, call 253-931-3047 during regular business hours, or visit www.auburnwa.gov/solidwaste for a map, or pick up a flyer at the City of Auburn customer service utility counter..
Mother Earth News Fair: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., June 4; 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., June 5, Puyallup Fairgrounds, 110 9th Ave. SW. Fun-filled, family-oriented sustainable lifestyle events that feature dozens of practical, hands-on demonstrations and workshops from the leading authorities on: renewable energy, small-scale agriculture, gardening, green building, green transportation and natural health. Between sessions, attendees enjoy an array of entertainment options, organic local food and beverages, as well as outdoor gardening and livestock demonstrations. Tickets: $25 pre-order weekend pass $30 at the gate; $15 pre-order one-day pass; $20 at the gate. Information: www.motherearthnews.com/fair/Puyallup.
Auburn International Farmers Market: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Sundays, June 12-Sept. 25, Auburn Sound Transit Plaza, 23 A St. SW. More than 40 vendors offering a variety of fresh locally grown farm-based foods, hand-crafted items, and concession stands that are restaurant-based but feature a home-cooked taste. The market also includes free performances, guest chef demonstrations with farm-fresh ingredients, children’s activities, and classes on health, nutrition, and gardening. Information: 253-266-2726, www.auburnfarmersmarket.org.
Mary Olson Farm grand opening: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., June 18, 28728 Green River Road. For more than 15 years, the White River Valley Museum has been working with the City of Auburn to restore the Farm, the best preserved historic subsistence farm in King County. Auburn Mayor Pete Lewis will join museum and farm director Patricia Cosgrove for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30 a.m. Opening-day visitors will have the option of walking around the farm at their leisure or receiving a tour from a volunteer docent. Summer drop-in hours are available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. during these weekends: June 25-26; July 9-10, 23-24; Aug. 13-14, 27-28; and Sept. 10-11. Admission for the summer drop-in hours is $5 adults, $3 children/seniors and $15 for a household or family. For more information, call 253-288-7433 or visit www.wrvmuseum.org.
KidsDay: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., June 24, Les Gove Park, 910 9th St. SE, Auburn. Live entertainment, inflatable rides, arts & crafts, face painting, over 70 activity and information booths, miniature golf, free bike helmet fittings and bike helmet sales, go-cart rides, pony rides, food concessions. Presented by the Auburn Arts, Park and Recreation Department. Information: 253-931-3043
Bike rodeo: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., June 25, Alpac Elementary School, 310 Milwaukee Blvd. N., Pacific. Free event for families and children, presented by the Pacific Police Department. Bicycle obstacle course, barbecue, helmet fittings assisted by the Valley Regional Fire Authority, bicycle tune-ups assisted by REI. For more information, call 253-939-1130.
Auburn’s ArtRageous Art Festival: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 6, Les Gove Park, 1005 12th St. SE. Featuring artists of all media who be demonstrating, offering hands-on activities for all ages and selling artwork. Free one-day art extravaganza invites you to create and celebrate art in the park. Presented by the City of Auburn and produced by the Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation Department. For information, visit www.auburnwa.gov/arts or call 253-931-3043.
“Hats and Heels, A Shopping Event and Night at the Races”: 5 p.m., Aug. 12, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Shopping begins at 5 p.m., first race at 6. Shop, bet and celebrate fashion at the races. Access to the shopping event is free with gate admission, and ladies are encouraged to dress in their finest, fashionable racing attire. VIP tickets: $30 and must be purchased in advance. A portion of each ticket sale will benefit the Children’s Therapy Center. To purchase tickets, please call 253-288-7704 or order online at www.emeralddownshatsandheels.com/. Tickets also can be purchased in-person at the track.
76th Running of the Longacres Mile: 2 p.m. first post, Aug. 21, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. The $250,000 Grade III Thoroughbred race is considered the industry’s Northwest jewel. Project Mile post is 6 p.m. For more information, call 253-288-7000 or visit www.emeralddowns.com.
Benefits
The Taste of Holy Family: 9-11 a.m., June 4, Holy Family Parish 505 17th St. SE, Auburn. Knights of Columbus Auburn Council 3598 sponsoring the ethnic food and craft fair. Live band, karaoke and games for the kids. Proceeds to support the parish. Craft or food vendors contact gk@KofC3598.org. For more information, go to www.KofC3598.org or call 253 931-8100.
Team Derek: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., June 11-12, 129 K St. SE, Auburn. Yard and bake sale, barbecue to support Derek Miller, who has been diagnosed with lymphoma. Proceeds to benefit the family with medical bills and treatment of their son. Any donation is gladly appreciated. A benevolent fund has been started for Derek by CK Worldwide, his employer and an Auburn business, and at any Columbia Bank in Derek’s name. Contact: Tammy Miller, 253-709-6728 or tammylmiller@comcast.net.
Auburn Garden Club Plant Sale: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., June 12, Peckenpaugh Drug Store parking lot, corner of East Main and M streets, Auburn. Selection of perennials, native plants, ,shrubs, indoor plants, sedums, in addition to a wide selection of books and magazines, garden gadgets. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the club’s community projects. For more information, call Dianne 253-839-6023, Tanya at 206-612-0021 or Barbara at 253-631-7118.
Youth Uniting to Save a Life: 5-9 p.m., June 25, Pacific Ballroom Dance, 1604 15th St. SW, Suite 109, Auburn. Human trafficking awareness and educational resource event. Program will include guest speakers, a film about Shared Hope International, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, food from local restaurants and musical entertainment. Donations will support Shared Hope International, a global organization dedicated to saving victims of human trafficking. Admission: $5 for 18 and under; and $10 for 19 and up.
“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.
Health
Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., June 3, Gordon Trucking/Valley Freightliner, 151 Stewart Road SW, Pacific; 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., June 4, Lakeland Hills Community, 1408 Lake Tapps Parkway E., Auburn; noon-4 p.m., June 13, Muckleshoot Casino, 2402 Auburn Way S., Auburn; 1-4 p.m., June 14, DeVry University, 3600 S. 344th Way, Federal Way; 8-11 a.m., June 14, Weyerhaeuser Technological Center (WTC), 32901 Weyerhaeuser Way S., Federal Way; 8 a.m.-noon, June 16, Weyerhaeuser – Corporate, 33663 Weyerhaeuser Way S., Federal Way; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., June 21, Soundpath Health, 32129 Weyerhaeuser Way S., Suite 201, Federal Way; 11 a.m.-3 p.m., June 21, World Vision HQ, 34834 Weyerhaeuser Way, Federal Way; 1-3 p.m., June 22, St. Francis Hospital, 34515 9th Ave. S, Federal Way; 5-9 p.m., June 24, Relay for Life of Federal Way, 33914 19th Ave SW (Saghalie Park). For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.
Puget Sound Blood Center drives: Noon-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., June 2, Boeing Auburn, 17-44 Cafeteria, 700 15th St. SW (employees only); 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., June 3, Boeing Auburn, bus on south side of the 10 Building, 700 15th St. SW (employees only); 1:15-3:45 p.m., June 13, GSA, 400 15th St. SW, Auburn; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., June 15, Social Security Auburn, 1901 C St. SW; 8-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., June 17, Oh!, 2202 Perimeter Road, No. 101; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., June 24, Auburn Regional Medical Center, Plaza 1, 202 N. Division St.; 9-11:30 a.m., June 29, Aero Controls, Inc., 1610 20th St. NW, Auburn; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., June 30, Auburn City Hall, Council Chamber, 25 W. Main St.; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m., July 11, Auburn LDS, church gym, 625 M. St. NE; 1-3 p.m., 4-7 p.m., July 11, Messiah Lutheran Church, New Gathering Hall, 805 4th St. NE; 9-11 a.m., noon-3 p.m., July 12, Glacier Room, Lindbloom Center, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn; 8-10:30 a.m., July 14, Cardinal Health-Auburn, parking lot, 801 C St. NW; 1:30-4 p.m., July 14, Zones, Inc., 1102 15th St. SW, Auburn; noon-2:30 p.m., 3:30-6 p.m., July 15, Safeway, 101 Auburn Way S., Auburn; 10 a.m.-noon, 1-4 p.m., July 16, SuperMall, 1101 Supermall Way, bus by Burlington Coat Factory, Auburn. For more information, call 253-945-8667 or please visit www.psbc.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
King County’s Noxious Weed Program: 6:30-8:30 p.m., June 7, Kent Regional Library, 212 2nd Avenue N. KC has scheduled a series of workshops devoted to controlling invasive knotweed – a tough invader that wreaks havoc wherever it establishes a beachhead along a stream or river. Details on all the classes are available at www.kingcounty.gov/weeds.
Clubs
Crazy Quilters of Federal Way: A large, South Sound quilt guild founded in 1988 that meets twice monthly – second and fourth Thursdays (except for November and December) – for fun, education, networking and charity projects. 6 p.m. social hour, 7-9 p.m. Emeritus Assisted Living, 31002 14th Ave. S., Federal Way. Guests are welcome to attend free of charge. Membership has annual fee. Contacts: jillzquilts@hotmail.com, 253-833-8302, or quiltersfedway.com.
Libraries
NOTE: The Auburn Library will close for a year-long expansion on Sunday, May 29, at 5 p.m. It will reopen at its temporary location, the former Herr Cabinets building, at 1140 Auburn Way S, on Friday, June 3 at 10 a.m.
For program information, call 253-931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Around the World with Brian Vogan & His Good Buddies: 12:45 p.m., June 24. Held adjacent to the library in Les Gove Park. Ages 2 and older Sing and dance on a fantastical trip with this amazing band. Learn to say “hello” in other languages, discover songs about strange animals while you hop, skip and jump around the world. Come see the Library2Go van.
TEENS
Teen Book Club Reads: 4:30 p.m., June 14. “Thirteenth Child” by Patricia C. Wrede. Held at the Les Gove Multi-Purpose Building in Les Gove Park. The first eight people who sign up to attend will receive a free copy courtesy of the Friends of the Auburn Library.
Teen Writers Group: 4:30 p.m., June 14. Held at the Les Gove Multi-Purpose Building in Les Gove Park. Working on a novel, short story, memoir, poetry or not even sure what you want to write? Join other teens to share your writing, gain ideas and practice your craft.
Read Three, Get One Free Summer Edition & Read•Flip•Win: Read three books, write three thoughtful reviews and get a prize book … free. This summer also will feature a video book review contest, Read•Flip•Win. Ask at the library for details.
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.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): 6 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, June 6, 8, 13; . A formal class to learn English grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills. ESOL classes for the month of June will meet at the Green River Community College Downtown Auburn Center, located at 110 2nd St. SW, Room 145.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Classes Summer quarter registration: 5:30 p.m., June 15. Due to the Auburn Library closure, registration will be at the downtown Auburn Center, located at 110 2nd St. SW, Room 145.
Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 6:30 p.m., June 13. Held at Zola’s Cafe, 402 E. Main St., Suite 120, Auburn. http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/adults/.
Meet the Author: 6:30 p.m., June 13. Held at Zola’s Cafe, 402 E. Main Street, Suite 120. Meet Richard LeMieux, author of “Breakfast at Sally’s.” LeMieux will speak about his book and the life-changing experiences he had as a homeless man living in his minivan.
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., June 28. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Join us for stories, rhymes, music and fun.
Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., June 28. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills.
Baby Story Time: 10:15 a.m., June 8, 15, 29. 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.
Pajama Story Time: 7 p.m., June 27. 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.
Sticks and Stones, Seeds and Bones Concert: 11 a.m., June 21. Presented by Nancy Stewart. Ages 2 and older. From a goat’s toenail to gourds and stones, anything that makes a sound can make a rhythm. See, hear and sing along with unusual rhythm instruments from around the world and take home ideas for making instruments from things in your own world.
Anansai, A Story Drama Workshop: 1 p.m., June 30. Presented by Youth Theatre Northwest. Ages 3 to 5. Explore the African trickster tale, “Anansai”, by jumping inside the book with theater exercises, games and crafts. Please register.
TEENS
Teen Zone!: 3 p.m., June 8, 15, 22, 29. Play Guitar Hero, DDR and your favorite Wii and GameCube games and/or just hang out.
Teen Writers Group: 4:30 p.m., June 14. Working on a novel, short story, memoir, poetry or not even sure what you want to write? Join other teens to share your writing, gain ideas and practice your craft.
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. • One-on-One Assistance: 6:30 p.m., June 15, 29. 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.
Algona-Pacific Page Turners: 7:30 p.m., June 15. “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court” by Mark Twain. 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., June 8, 22, 29. Come for a rockin’ good time of stories, songs and silliness.
Going Global Comedy Show: 11 a.m., June 15. Presented by Alex Zerbe. Ages 3 and older. This high-energy comedy show highlights different cultures and phenomena from around the world. Alex harpoons vegetables launched from a giant slingshot, performs music looping and demonstrates games from the other side of the planet.
TEENS
Read•Flip•Win: Read three books, write three thoughtful reviews and get a prize book … free. The summer also will feature a video book review contest, Read•Flip•Win! Ask at the library for details.
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. • Email Basics: 6 p.m., June 9. Learn about popular email services. Create your own email account, write messages and learn about attachments. • Word Level II: 10 a.m., June 20. Review basic word processing skills such as entering, selecting and deleting text. Learn how to select and format text, set margins, align paragraphs, and use cut and paste. Prerequisite: Microsoft Word Level 1.
Plateau Area Creative Writing Group: 10 a.m., June 24. 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.
Muckleshoot Poetry Café: 6:30 p.m., June 13. Bring your poetry, short stories or song lyrics to share. Food and drinks will be provided.
Network
Coming Together For Kids: 6-9:30 p.m., June 4, Green River Community College, Lindbloom Student Center, 31920 124th Ave. SE, Auburn. Communities in Schools of Auburn’s seventh annual dinner and auction fundraiser. Enjoy a nice dinner, music and the enjoyment of helping to raise money to support Auburn students. Admission: $50 per person. RSVP: Arlene Pierini, 253-288-7659 or cisauburn@comcast.net. For online registration, visit www.auburn.ciswa.org.
Suburban Cities Association Networking Dinner : 5:30 p.m., June 15, Embassy Suites, Tukwila, 15920 W. Valley Highway, Tukwila. Please join your suburban city legislators as they discuss the road to adoption of a biennium budget. What was gained? What was lost? What’s next? Guest speakers include Sens. Rosemary McAulife, Jim Kastama; Reps. Ruth Kagi, Dave Upthegrove, Larry Springer. Early Registration is $45.00 per guest. Registration after June 10 is $50.00 per guest. SCA will bill member cities, non-members are asked to pay in advance. Please RSVP with entrée selection by June 10. Phone 206-433-7168, or email to kristy@suburbancities.org
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.
Reunions
Auburn High School Class of 1971: July 24, Game Farm Park, 3030 R St. SE. Go to auburnhighschoolclassof1971.net to register and get the newest information.
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
Bye Bye Birdie: 7:30 p.m., June 3, 4, 10, 11; 2 p.m., June 5, 11, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Presented by The Auburn Community Players. The popular musical is the story of Conrad Birdie, a rock star who is about to be sent into the Army. As a final farewell to all his young lady fans, Conrad travels out to Sweet Apple, Ohio, to give “One Last Kiss” to a lucky girl. “An English Teacher”, “What Did I Ever See in Him?”, “Put on a Happy Face”, “One Boy”, “A Lot of Livin’ to Do, Kids”, “Rosie” and “Spanish Rose” are musical theater classics. Tickets: $15 regular, $13 students and seniors. Call Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation at 253-931-3043, Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.
Harmony Kings 50th Anniversary Show “Moments to Remember”: 7 p.m., June 11; 2 p.m., June 12, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Harmony Kings and the Barbershop Harmony Society to perform numbers from each decade’s repertoire. Featured guest quartet, nationally ranked SEP, from Colorado also will perform. Tickets: $15. Information: 253-344-1087 or harmonykings.org.
Comedy at the Ave Fathers Day Comedy Spectacular: 7:30 p.m., June 18, Auburn Avenue Theater, 10 Auburn Ave. Two funny dads and award-winning comics, Brad Upton and Kermet Apio, headline the show. 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.
Friday Night Summer Sounds & Cinema Series: Presented by the Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation Department, along with MultiCare. The lineup: (entertainment begins at 7 p.m. with the movies following at dusk.) • Friday, Aug. 5, Sunset Park, 1306 – 69th St. SE, Lakeland Hills. Concert: The classic rock sound of One Eyed Jack. Movie: “How To Train Your Dragon” (PG). • Friday, Aug. 12, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth St. SE. Concert: The talented and widely popular A-Cappella group, The Coats. Movie: “Big” (PG). • Friday, Aug. 19, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth St. SE. Concert: The unique sound of Shyanne. Movie: “Megamind” (PG). Sponsorship packages are still available for this series and other special events. For more information, please contact Kristy Pachciarz, special events coordinator, at 253-931-3052 or kpachciarz@auburnwa.gov. For additional event information, contact the Parks, Arts & Recreation Department at 253-931-3043.
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.
Auditions
Rainier Youth Choirs: Local choir is scheduling auditions now, for singers to join this fall. Rehearsals for singers, fourth grade through college, are held weekly in Covington. Call 253-347-0180 to schedule an audition. For more information, visit www.rainieryouthchoirs.org.
Music
Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra summer music amp: Aug. 8-12, Maple Valley Presbyterian Church, 22659 Sweeny Road SE, Maple Valley. Camp runs 10 a.m.–2 p.m. each day with a 7 p.m. concert on Aug. 12. The camp – themed “The Good, The Band, The Ugly” – will feature movie music of favorite heroes, villains and monsters. Five-day camp fee: $25; optional lunch an additional $5 per day. The camp is open to students with at least one school year of playing experience. There will be a special program for students with less than two years of playing experience running simultaneously during the camp. Students with two years or greater playing experience will play movie music, participate in sectionals and ensembles with professional coaches, and more. Registration now. To sponsor the camp or a camper, please visit MVYSO’s website or contact Elisa Lewis at the number above or by email: elisa@mvyso.org. For more information, call 425-358-1640 or visit www.mvyso.org.
Theater
Heavier Than Air Summer Stock Theatre Camp: June 27-30, culminating in performances July 28-31, Green River Community College Performing Arts Building, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Unique opportunity for children, ages 3-17, to participate in a “hands-on” theater experience through rehearsals and performances. Under the direction of GRCC’s professional children’s theatre staff, students learn about auditioning, vocal projection, movement, improvisation, acting, dancing and singing. Parent information packets will be mailed out prior to camp. For primary, intermediate, teen and music revue camps, a parent meeting will be held 6:30-7:30 p.m. June 22 in the PA building. For creative dramatic and dramatic movement parents, a parent meeting will be held at noon June 30, also in the PA building. Register online: www.heavierthanair.com.
Dance
Children’s Dance Theater: New location at 122 W. Main St. Visit www.auburnchildrensdancetheater.com or call 253-887-8937 for program information.
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: “Yellow Polka Dot Bikinis and Tummy Crunches: A Century of Female Bodies and Swimsuits” – opened 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. • 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: June 1-July 6: Keith Graham (photography) and Joan Schlichting (textiles). 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.
