Events
Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the Web site: www.auburntourism.com.
The Auburn Senior Activity Center rummage sale: March 25-26, Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE, Auburn. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. There will be a variety of items priced to sell. Seeking donations. Anyone interested in donating items for the sale should bring them to the center, starting on Tuesday, March 22 or call 253-931-3016 for free pick up of items.
Chinook District of Garden Clubs board meeting: 10 a.m,. April 6, Grace Lutheran Church, 22975 – 24th Ave S., Des Moines. The meeting represents South King County’s 13 garden clubs. To learn more about garden clubs in your area, call 206-242-9074.
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
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.
Garden 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.
Benefit
Comedy Night: 7 p.m., March 25, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E. Main St. Featuring stand-up comedian Nancy Parkhurst. Proceeds to benefit Auburn High School’s speech and debate program. Tickets: $5. Children 10 and under are free.
Light My Fire Auction: 7 p.m., March 26, Oddfellas, 102 W. Main St., Auburn. The Professional Union Firefighter benefit for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The event includes entertainment, featuring classic rock band 3rd Degree Burn, drink specials and the chance to meet firefighters featured in the 2011 Burn Foundation Firefighter Calendar, some of whom are volunteering as auctionees. For information, contact event organizer Linda Kent, 253-376-5947. For further details, contact Kris Howard, senior campaign director for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Washington Chapter: 1-888-345-4572 or 206-628-0777.
Concert for Cullen: 7:30 p.m., April 1, Kent First Church of the Nazarene, 903 E. James St., Kent). Breath of Aire, an 80-member coral group, will perform. Proceeds to benefit the family of Cullen Steele, an 11-year-old Kent boy and Auburn student who needs a double lung-heart transplant. The Children’s Organ Transplant Association has raised $50,000, but still needs more donations to reach its goal for the transplant-related expenses for the Steele family. No admission, but generous donations will be accepted. For more information, contact Amy O’Donnell-Riley, community coordinator for COTA, at 253-333-1755 or arjunyer@yahoo.com. For more information or making secure credit-card donations, visit www.COTAforCullenS.com.
Second annual Seahawks 12K Run at The Landing: 7:30-11 a.m., April 10, The Landing, 828 N. 10th Place, Renton. A benefit for the Renton/Skyway Boys & Girls Club. Sign up today to participate in the 5K, 12K or half-mile Kids Run. The 12K route offers a run along the southeast shore of Lake Washington and around the Seahawks training facility, the Virginia Mason Athletic Center. The 5K course is a flat and fast run through the South Lake Washington neighborhood and the Kids Run is within the confines of The Landing. Fees: 12K run: $30 until March 10, $35 until April 7, $45 day of race; 5K run/walk: $25 until March 10, $30 until April 7, $40 day of race; Kids Run: $10 until April. 10. Registration closes April 7. To register, visit www.seahawks12Krun.com.
The Federal Way & Auburn Boys and Girls Club and EX3 Teen Center’s 19th annual Breakfast for Kids fundraiser: 7:30 a.m., April 12, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Seattle Mariners General Manager Jack Zduriencik is the keynote speaker. Proceeds go to student scholarships as well as educational, cultural and sports programs that benefit more than 3,500 deserving youth in South King County. Attendees are asked to make a contribution. While the program seeks major donors to help underwrite the event, the actual per person cost of the event is about $25. To sign up for the breakfast, call 206-954-2926, or e-mail Shelley Puariea at spuariea@positiveplace.org.
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.
“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.
Health
Cascade Regional Blood Center drives: For more information, call 1-877-242-5663 or visit www.crbs.net/home.
Puget Sound Blood Center drives: 10 a.m.-noon, 1-4 p.m., March 26, SuperMall, bus by Burlington Coat Factory, 1101 Supermall Way; 1:15-3:45 p.m., March 28, GSA, in parking lot, by appointment, 400 15th St. SW; noon-2 p.m., 3-5 p.m., March 30, Social Security, mobile in parking lot, 1901 C St. SW; 1-4 p.m., March 31, Propet (employees only), mobile in parking lot, 2415 W. Valley Highway N., Auburn; 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., April 1, Boeing (employees only), mobile in parking lot, 700 15th St. SW; noon-3 p.m., April 8, Zones, Inc., mobile in parking lot, 1102 15th St. SW, Auburn; 4:30-7 p.m., April 8, Auburn Gymnastics, 1601 Boundary Blvd.; 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.
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
Auburn Valley YMCA Teen Spring Break Camp: April 4-8. Each day will have a different theme that will allow youths to see different sites. Fee: Members, $40 each day, $180 for the week; nonmembers, $50 each day, $230 for the week. Register online at auburnvalleyymca.org or at the “Y”, 1620 Perimeter Road SW, Auburn. For more information, call Edward Joseph at 253-833-2770 or email at ejoseph@seattleymca.org
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.
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.
Libraries
Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S., Auburn. 253-931-3018. Library events include:
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Toddler ABC Story Times: 10:15 a.m., March 28, April 11, 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., March 28, April 11, 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., March 29, April 12, 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., March 30, April 13, 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., March 24, 31, April 14, 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 13, 14, 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 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26; 3 p.m., April 13, 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.
Zombie Prom: 6 p.m., April 1. Zombies invade the library! Show up in your best zombie duds, get your make up done by a pro, and enter our zombie fashion show. Food, games, prizes and more. This is an after-hours program at the library. No in and out privileges.
Teen Writers’ Group: 4:30 p.m., April 12. Share your writing, gain ideas and practice your craft.
SMART Teen: 4 p.m., April 13. Ages 13 to 19. Learn relaxation techniques and stress management strategies with Marni from S.M.A.R.T. Teen. Begin your stress-free journey by enrolling in this fun workshop. Teens are welcome to bring a parent or adult with them. Registration required. Beginning March 30, register online or call 253-931-3018.
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 2, 6, 9, 13, 27; 7 p.m., April 11. 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. • Facebook Basics: 10 a.m., March 22.
AARP Free Tax Help: 4 p.m., March 29, April 5, 12. For taxpayers with middle and low income, with special attention to those age 60 and older. Register at the Information Desk or call 253-931-3018.
The New Job Search in the New Economy: 7 p.m., April 7. Jobs in general, as well as the job of looking for work, have changed dramatically over the past decade. In this workshop, you will learn how to shift your approach to match the new environment and smooth your path to finding employment. The workshop covers the key differences in today’s labor market.
Auburn Library Book Discussion Group: 6:30 p.m., April 11. “In The Shadow Of Man” by Jane Goodall. Our friendly group meets the second Monday of each month at Zola’s Cafe, 402 E. Main St., Suite 120. http://blogs.kcls.org/auburn/adults/
Auburn Authors’ Group: 7 p.m., April 12. Join other local writers for critique and support of your writing process.
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. • Email Level 1: 7 p.m., April 4; • Excel Level 1: noon, April 9; • Email Level 2: 7 p.m., April 11; • One-on-One Computer Assistance: 7 p.m., April 13, 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., Apri 30.
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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., March 29. Ages 2 to 3 with adult. Join us for stories, rhymes, music and fun.
Preschool Story Times: 11 a.m., March 29. Ages 3 to 5 with adult. Enjoy stories, activities and music while children develop pre-reading skills.
Baby Story Time: 10:15 a.m., March 30. 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.
TEENS
Game On!: 3-5 p.m., March 30. Teens in middle, junior high and high school. Play Guitar Hero, DDR and your favorite Wii and GameCube games.
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.
STARS Workshop, Dance and Theatre for the Early Years: 11 a.m., March 26. Presented by Karen Harp-Reed, Raggamuffen Enterprises. Learn how to use rhymes, literature, music, The BrainDance and creative movement activities to integrate the arts into your classroom. We will use music, dance and theatre concepts to help you develop lessons to enhance your arts curriculum and your students’ creativity. Provides two credit hours in child growth, development & learning or curriculum development.
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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., March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27. 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. • Internet Level I: noon, April 7. Learn about a browser, type Web addresses, click links and navigate pages and sites. The class prepares students for the Internet Level 2 class.
One-on-One Computer Assistance: 6 p.m., April 7. 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.
Muckleshoot Poetry Café: 6:30 p.m., April 11. Bring your poetry, short stories or song lyrics to share. Food and drinks will be provided.
Plateau Area Creative Writing Group: 10 a.m., March 25, April 29. 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
Tax Workshop: 1-4 p.m., April 6, Washington State Department of Revenue, Seattle office, 2101 4th Ave., Suite 1400. Free workshop for new and small business owners. Participants will learn about Washington excise taxes, reporting classifications, deductions, tax incentives, sales tax collection, and record-keeping requirements. All receive a workbook and helpful reference guide to Department of Revenue rules and regulations. To register, visit www.dor.wa.gov or call 206-727-5300.
Free tax preparation help: 6-9 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Auburn City Hall, 25 W. Main St. on the second floor. Also, Monday and Tuesday mornings at the Auburn Senior Activity Center. If you need help with your taxes, free help is available in Auburn for those making less than $50,000 per year and those over 50 years of age. Help with Spanish and Tagalog speaking clients also is available. No appointment is necessary and agents will be available through April 15. Quality Tax preparation is provided by IRS-certificated, multilingual volunteers. This is a free service for households making less than $50,000; citizenship not necessary and electronic filling will be utilized for faster refunds. Those interested in the tax preparation assistance should bring all applicable tax forms and a bank account number (checking or savings) to have your refund directly deposited into your account. Service is only for basic tax returns only (no business taxes, rental income or sale of property or stock). For more information on the United Way Tax Preparation Program, call 206-349-9337. For those over 50 years of age, AARP-trained tax counselors will be on hand on Monday and Tuesday mornings at the Auburn Senior Activity Center to help complete 2010 income tax forms. Call the Senior Center at 253-931-3016 for an appointment.
Valley Cities’ community awards and auction dinner “Right In Your Own Backyard”: 5:30-9:30 p.m., March 25, Emerald Downs, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. Meet new CEO Kenneth C. Taylor. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 253-939-4055 or visit www.valleycities.org.
12th Annual Greater Auburn Area Career Conference: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., March 29, Grace Community Church, 1320 Auburn Way S. The intent of the conference is to inform area high school students about the variety of careers available to them after they graduate and to give businesses a venue to inform prospective employees on what they need to do to in order to get a job with them. More information: Contact Pegi Moll, 253-833-0700, pegi@auburnareawa.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.
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.
Auditions
“Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs:” 7-9 p.m., March 29, March 30, Performing Arts Building, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Presented by Heavier Than Air Family Theater, Green River Community College’s resident community theater. Informal read-through type auditions will be held for adults, ages 18 and above, on each evening. Auditioners should, but are not required to, bring a picture and lead sheet. Needed are community actors and actresses with strong singing, dancing and acting skills. Rehearsals will be every Tuesday and Thursday, starting April 7 with performances June 17, 18, 14, 25.
Entertainment
“Schoolhouse Rock Live!”: 7:30 p.m., March 24, 25, 26, Theatre at Auburn Mountainview, 28900 124 Ave. SE. A fantastic live version of the songs we all grew up with on TV in the 1970s, and 80s. The play is based on the 1970s Saturday morning cartoons that taught math, grammar and the government by using songs and humor. Tickets are $5 for students, $8 adults.
“The Adventures of Tom Sawyer”: 7 p.m., March 25; 3 p.m., 7 p.m., March 26, Performing Arts Building, Green River Community College, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. Presented by Heavier Than Air Family Theatre. Cost: $10 per person. Ticket information at 253-833-9111, ext. 2400 (during the day); after-hours box office information at 253-833-9111, ext. 4966.
Broadway Showstoppers: 7:30 p.m., March 26, Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E Main St. These notable entertainers have performed everywhere from Carnegie Hall to the White House and have starred in such blockbuster shows as “Les Miserables”, “Wicked”, “Evita” and “Phantom of the Opera”. 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.
“Twice Upon a Time”: 1:30 p.m., March 30; 7 p.m., March 31, Gildo Rey Elementary School gym, 1005 37th St. SE, Auburn. Presented by the Gildo Rey Musical Theatre program under directors Kathy Garrido and MJ McDonald. This fairy tale musical bursts with fun and energy showcasing songs from the 1950s to the ’90s, from Broadway to ABBA. This is the 11th year of Gildo Rey’s after school musical theatre program. Public is welcome.
“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.
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.
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.
Museums
White River Valley Museum: 918 H St. SE, Auburn. Upcoming 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. Exhibit events: 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: March 2-April 5: Ron Schmitt and Ric Hall (pastel) and Eric Montoya (oil), 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.
